WEDNESDAY NOTICE
September 16, 2015
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GREETINGS FROM THE HEAD OF SCHOOL
Today marked our first Buddy Activity, when students met to hang their wish strips on the lilacs at the school's entrance and then shared lunch with their buddies. This program is one example of our integrated social curriculum, which helps to forge strong cross grade connections among all of our students. I hope you'll take a moment to read the students' wish strips at drop off or pickup and get a sense of the sincere dreams they have for the world ahead.
Tomorrow I hope many of you will be able to attend our first Head of School Coffee in the Library at 8:30am. These open meetings are an opportunity to get an update on school activities and initiatives and ask questions. All are welcome.
There are countless opportunities for parent volunteering at TGS, and everyone's efforts are appreciated. Thanks to all of you who have filled out the volunteer survey that is available through the link on our parents page. This survey is a living link, and we are encouraging people to fill it out so that we can best match interests and skills with our many volunteering opportunities. We have had a number of people already express interest in helping with our costume loft. Before we make decisions about how the loft will be staffed and managed this year, we want to be sure that we hear from everyone interested in this critical role. Please send me an email if you would like to be involved.
Our driveway can be challenging to navigate at drop off and pickup time, and I want to reiterate how important it is to follow the posted speed limits at TGS and to back into your space. Thank you for being vigilant and for keeping the safety of our students in mind.
I hope to see you all at the Potluck on Friday!
Dan
ALL SCHOOL POTLUCK - 5:30PM FRIDAY
Everyone is invited to the All School Potluck on Friday, September 18 at 5:30pm in the auditorium. Please bring an appetizer, salad, or main dish to share for the meal. TGS will provide the dessert and freshly ground local coffee. Dinner will be followed by a slideshow of the beginning of school, a welcome from Dan, and an update on the Medieval Faire. Families will spend time with students and teachers in the children's classrooms and return to the auditorium for dessert. Please contact Tammy if you have questions.
AFTER SCHOOL SPORTSAfter school soccer and running practices are underway! Games and meets (subject to change!) are listed on the calendar on the sports page.
Please email Mary if you have questions, and to sign up for after school sports. There is a $45 fee per student, which covers all fall sports.
PUPPET SHOW FOR K-6TH GRADE
Grades K-6 will ride the bus to see the puppet show El Patico Feo (The Ugly Duckling) at Latchis Theater on Thursday, Sept. 17. This show is presented by Sandglass Theater's 9th International Puppets in the Green Mountains Festival. We are delighted to support this art performance. For more family shows and information about the festival see puppetsinthegreenmountains.com.
COFFEE WITH DAN IN THE LIBRARY
The first Coffee with Dan will be tomorrow, September 17 in the Library at 8:30am.MEDIEVAL FAIRE INFORMATIONAL MEETINGS
Thursday, 9/17 at 2:30pm
Monday, 9/21 at 8:30am
Are you new to the Faire or just want an update on what is happening so far? Join us for one of these meetings in the Library where Faire organizers will be on hand to answer any questions you may have and to hear your feedback! Volunteer signups will begin at the All School Potluck and continue until Faire day. If you are unable to attend either of these gatherings, and have questions/comments, please contact Jennifer Jacobs, Melanie Kent, or Jen Robb at any time.
SOURCE TO SEA CLEAN UP SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 FROM 9AM-12PM
To show our appreciation for our rivers, and in support of this year's Global Education Theme of water, TGS is sponsoring a river cleanup team for the Connecticut River Watershed Council's annual Source to Sea cleanup. The "TGS River Stewards" will join with the Southeastern Vermont Watershed Alliance to clean up swimming holes and river banks along the West River. Those interested in being part of a floating cleanup crew can join us in canoes and kayaks to clean up the Retreat Meadows and a portion of the Connecticut River from the confluence with the West to the Hinsdale marina (just below the Whetstone Station).
For more details about Source to Sea cleanup project visit the website. Meet at the Dummerston covered bridge on Route 30 at 9am on Saturday, 9/26. If you want to join the floating cleanup crew, or if you have any other questions about this clean-up project, please email Jennifer Jacobs.
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SEPTEMBER
17 Coffee with Dan
8:30am in the Library
17 Puppet Show K-6
18 Secondary School visit day
18 All School Potluck 5:30pm
30 Fill the Bus
30 Putney Mountain Hike
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COMMUNITY NEWS
TECHNICOOL INTERNET SAFETY PRESENTATION
Daniel Ozimek of Prevent Child Abuse Vermont will be at Putney Central School on Thursday, Oct 1 presenting "Technicool." This is an internet safety program to promote safe use of the internet and social media. The PTO will be sponsoring this evening session of Technicool for parents and interested community members. Daniel's presentation will primarily focus on what parents can do to teach and promote safe use of the internet and social media.
The PTO will provide a light dinner at 5:30pm with the approximately one hour presentation beginning at 6pm. Free childcare will be provided through the PTO. We are requesting a RSVP by Sept 21 so the PTO can plan for food and childcare needs. You may call the main office to RSVP at 387-5521. Feel free to leave a message. Please contact Arlene Scott RN at 387-5521 x4 with any questions or concerns.
Thank you,
Arlene Scott RN, School Nurse APARTMENT FOR RENT3-4 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, kitchen, laundry, internet, nice yard space, stream, barn...less than half a mile from TGS on Tavern Hill Road. Available early October. Great for a family! $1200/mo., includes utilities. Email aliciabdana@gmail.com
HORSEBACK RIDING LESSONS
Katherine Wagenbach (TGS parent) is offering horseback riding lessons to children and adults interested in learning how to ride this fall. She is certified by CHA and local to the Putney area. Contact her at: katherinewagenbach@gmail.com or 802-380-3234 for more information.
YOGA CLASSES FOR KIDS AT PUTNEY MOVES
Putney Moves, a yoga and wellness center located in Putney Village (right across from the General Store), offers group classes, kids classes, private sessions, workshops, yoga therapy, and massage therapy.
Yoga of Girls (ages 9-11)
Mondays, 3:30-5:00pm
Free Class on 9/14
6-Week Session Begins 9/21
This 6-week series is for girls who wish to explore how yoga can help with the development of confidence and courage.
During this series the students will move their bodies through yoga postures, attune to their feelings through mindful awareness, and reflect on their thoughts through a variety of formats including yoga, meditation, art, writing, and discussion.
Yoga for Kids (boys and girls ages 7-11)
Wednesdays, 3:30-4:45pm
Free Class on 9/16
6-Week Session Begins 9/23
Benefit Concert and Silent Auction for Windham Child Care Association
Friday, October 9 at the Hooker-Dunham Theater in Brattleboro - Mark your calendars for an evening of fantastic jazz, fine appetizers, and a Silent Auction featuring work by area artists and promotions by a host of local businesses! Limited seating -- only 100 tickets will be sold. Get yours now ($25) from Ken Brautigam or the WCCA website. Click here for more information.
YOUNG WRITERS AND ANIMALS
When: September 26, 2015 9am - 12pm
Where: Marlboro, VT (directions will be furnished upon registration)
Investment $25
This workshop is for young girls with a talent for writing & love for animals.
For more details and to register please go to ...
NEWS ITEMS
Please send your Community News items to Mary by Tuesday morning to be included in the Wednesday Notice. If you have news you would like to share with The Grammar School community, please contact Mary.
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