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| Fifth and sixth graders learn about ecosystems. Our 5th and 6th grade biologist created their own mini ecosystem in a bottle complete with worms, crickets, snails, and a fish. Our student scientist have made observations on how all parts work together to make their systems function. |
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Attention All Girls In Grades 3-6
It’s that time of year again, Girls On The Run!!!
Registration opens Monday February 19th.
The program starts March 19th and will run until May 30th on Mondays and Wednesdays from 2:30 – 4:30, with the 5K run on June 2nd at Essex Fair Grounds and a final celebration on Wednesday June 6th.
You can register at www.GirlsOnTheRunVermont.org
Looking forward to another great year!
If you have any questions please feel free to contact me, Chris Tierson at jtierson@gmavt.net or 802-595-3329.
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CALENDAR UPDATE
March 2018
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Community Announcements
Please note that the opportunities/events listed below are not specifically endorsed or screened by school staff. As always, families should use their own standards and review processes to determine appropriate activities.
Circus Smirkus Volunteers Wanted The Waitsfield Children's Center is thrilled to announce the return of Circus Smirkus to the Valley in July! The Big Top will be pulling into town for 4 shows over July 2-3 at Kenyon's Field and we need your help and the support of this community to make it a success. Volunteers of all ages are welcome to attend an informational meeting on Thursday, February 22 at 6pm at theWaitsfield Children's Center (WCC). WCC is located in Founder's Hall (the brown building behind Our Lady of the Snows church on the left just before Gaylord Farm) on route 100S. The meeting will take place in our beautiful new space on the second floor, so come check it out, enjoy some light refreshments, and hear about how you and your family can become involved. For more information, email erika.smart@gmail.com
Private and Group Swim Lessons at the Bridges Lessons begin the week ofMarch 18th. Please call 583-2922 for more information.
Move it and READ! Thursday, February 22nd, 3pm, at Moretown Memorial Library. An out-of-the-ordinary after school book club with Assistant Librarian Meredith Whitney. Let's face it, we all get a little antsy from time to time. In this book club, we will explore the many ways that reading and movement can help guide us through the ups and downs of life. Our second book will be "It Ain't so Awful, Falafel" by Firoozeh Dumas, which is suggested for grades 5 and up and is on the 2017 Dorothy's List. Please read the book in advance of the program, and contactmoretownlibrary@gmail.com or 496-9728 to register to attend.
Winter Break Fiber Arts Camp for ages 10-12, on 2/26/18, 2/28/18, and 3/2/18, 9am-12pm, SPA(Studio Place Arts) 201 North Main Street, Barre. Registration is free and materials and snacks will be provided. Sign up at info@studioplacearts.com or call 802-479-7069 by 2/16/18.
Annual Fundraising Dance Performance by TRIP Dance Company March 23rd & 24th, Spruce Peak Performing Arts Center, at 7pm. Purchase tickets online:www.sprucepeakarts.org or phone 802-760-4643. Ticket price range is $16-$30. Reserved seating is new this year.
Super Saturday April 14, 2018, Barre Town Middle and Elementary School, at 8:00am. Youth from Washington and Orange counties are invited to participate in an event where youth can exercise their communication, leadership skills, and expertise. Youth pick projects in specific categories such as crafts, stage, sewing, photos, technology, and communications individually or in teams and compete before judges. For more information, contact Allison Smith at Allison.smith.2@uvm.edu or call 802-476-2003. All individuals and groups must be accompanied by an adult the day of the competition. Registration must take place by Friday 3/23/2018.
Girls Night In: for girls in 5th-8th grade to develop self-confidence, positive body image, and to gain tolls to reduce stress
Session 1: March 23, 6-7:30pm, yoga, dance and music
Session 2: April 27, 6-7:30pm, aureveda for kids: yoga and healthy treats
Session 3: May 13, 6-7:30-m, ahstanga, acro-yoga, and upside down
Session 4: June 1, 6-7:30-pm, outdoor yoga, nature mandalas
Email Mindy at mindypistacchio@gmail.com for more information and to register.
Circus Smirkus Volunteers Wanted The Waitsfield Children's Center is thrilled to announce the return of Circus Smirkus to the Valley in July! The Big Top will be pulling into town for 4 shows over July 2-3 at Kenyon's Field and we need your help and the support of this community to make it a success. Volunteers of all ages are welcome to attend an informational meeting on Thursday, February 22 at 6pm at theWaitsfield Children's Center (WCC). WCC is located in Founder's Hall (the brown building behind Our Lady of the Snows church on the left just before Gaylord Farm) on route 100S. The meeting will take place in our beautiful new space on the second floor, so come check it out, enjoy some light refreshments, and hear about how you and your family can become involved. For more information, email erika.smart@gmail.com
Private and Group Swim Lessons at the Bridges Lessons begin the week ofMarch 18th. Please call 583-2922 for more information.
Move it and READ! Thursday, February 22nd, 3pm, at Moretown Memorial Library. An out-of-the-ordinary after school book club with Assistant Librarian Meredith Whitney. Let's face it, we all get a little antsy from time to time. In this book club, we will explore the many ways that reading and movement can help guide us through the ups and downs of life. Our second book will be "It Ain't so Awful, Falafel" by Firoozeh Dumas, which is suggested for grades 5 and up and is on the 2017 Dorothy's List. Please read the book in advance of the program, and contactmoretownlibrary@gmail.com or 496-9728 to register to attend.
Winter Break Fiber Arts Camp for ages 10-12, on 2/26/18, 2/28/18, and 3/2/18, 9am-12pm, SPA(Studio Place Arts) 201 North Main Street, Barre. Registration is free and materials and snacks will be provided. Sign up at info@studioplacearts.com or call 802-479-7069 by 2/16/18.
Annual Fundraising Dance Performance by TRIP Dance Company March 23rd & 24th, Spruce Peak Performing Arts Center, at 7pm. Purchase tickets online:www.sprucepeakarts.org or phone 802-760-4643. Ticket price range is $16-$30. Reserved seating is new this year.
Super Saturday April 14, 2018, Barre Town Middle and Elementary School, at 8:00am. Youth from Washington and Orange counties are invited to participate in an event where youth can exercise their communication, leadership skills, and expertise. Youth pick projects in specific categories such as crafts, stage, sewing, photos, technology, and communications individually or in teams and compete before judges. For more information, contact Allison Smith at Allison.smith.2@uvm.edu or call 802-476-2003. All individuals and groups must be accompanied by an adult the day of the competition. Registration must take place by Friday 3/23/2018.
Girls Night In: for girls in 5th-8th grade to develop self-confidence, positive body image, and to gain tolls to reduce stress
Session 1: March 23, 6-7:30pm, yoga, dance and music
Session 2: April 27, 6-7:30pm, aureveda for kids: yoga and healthy treats
Session 3: May 13, 6-7:30-m, ahstanga, acro-yoga, and upside down
Session 4: June 1, 6-7:30-pm, outdoor yoga, nature mandalas
Email Mindy at mindypistacchio@gmail.com for more information and to register.
Summer Art Camp at Waitsfield School June 25-29, 9am-3pm, $225 includes all materials. Students entering grades 1-7 are invited to join in a week of creative fun! Let your imagination bloom with a wide variety of fine art activities & craft projects. Create works of art to treasure for life, spend time outdoors and make new friends! Activities are tailored to the group’s needs and interests. Contact Nora McDonough for more information and to sign up! 802-793-8881 / Nora@madriver.com
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