Bobcat Bulletin 10/29/21

 

School News:

“Many of us saw the news coverage that went viral last year about the tradition in Scotland of naming their snowplows. While keeping Vermont’s roads safe for winter travel is serious business, naming the plows sounded like fun,” said Transportation Secretary Joe Flynn. “We hope that Vermonters will support this opportunity for children throughout our state to see the name they created on a snowplow that is maintaining Vermont’s highways.” The Agency received many inquiries from the public last winter about whether it would consider naming its snowplows. The new Name a Plow program offers an opportunity for children to put on their thinking caps and come up with creative names for AOT’s snowplows. The fleet has 250 full-size plows, and the Agency will aim to match every participating school with a truck. “This is a wonderful opportunity for students to work together to name a snowplow that will keep the roads around their school safe,” said Secretary of Education Dan French. “This is a great way for students to learn about the important work that goes into making Vermont a wonderful place to live, work, and play in the winter months. I urge Vermont schools to participate in the Name a Plow program.” Each school may enter one name, and all appropriate names will be accepted. The Agency will assign each name to an orange truck at the Maintenance District garage located closest to the school. District plow drivers will visit each school with the truck that it named. A decal or sign displaying the plow name and the school name will be placed on each named truck. 

Last week the students of Moretown participated in this program and chose the name for their snowplow to be "Snowbuster".  We are all looking forward to our snowplow visiting us in November!

Read the this week's HUUSD bulletin here.

ECO this week

In ECO this week, the Willows created “Human sized Spider Webs”. This took patience, problem solving and teamwork. They also explored and investigated chemical reactions through Art and Science. Children used the Mortar and pestle to crush berries, then added glue as a binding agent. Next, they added various amounts of baking soda to the mixture. Depending on the ratios, they discovered new and different color variations occurred! 

Friends of ECO are looking for donations of gently used snowpants sizes 3T, 4T, and/or 5T.  If you have any that are outgrown and you could pass along, we'd love to have them.  You can drop them off at Moretown School for Mandy or Jenny.

PTO News

Moretown PTO is excited to be able to sponsor Halloween this year Sunday October 31 from 5-7pm......it will look a bit different from previous years & masks are required.  Stop by school and enjoy the blowups and a bag of popcorn before heading to the village to trick or treat.

Thank you to everyone who donated candy for trick-or-treaters in the village!  The 5th/6th graders delivered to bags to neighbors this morning!

Ski program information and registration will go out in the next few weeks, but we wanted to let everyone know ASAP that Pinnacle Sports has again agreed to special seasonal lease deals for the Moretown Elementary FROM THE DATES NOV1 through DEC 1!!!  Pinnacle sports is located at 1652 Mountain Road in Stowe.    pinnacleskisports.com   802 253-7222.

They are offering

Used ski or snowboard set (boots and poles) at $75 for the season

New Ski set for $100 for the season.   (no new snowboard gear available)

Just head on in and let them know you are from Moretown Elementary to get the deal.

Questions about the ski program should be directed to Hannah Flynn at moretownskiprogram@gmail.com

Community News/Opportunities

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.

The Great Pumpkin & Story Walk

Halloween, 1-8pm

At the Rec Fields

The Moretown Library is excited to announce that we will once again host a story & pumpkin walk for Halloween, this year with a little trick or treating at the end of the tale (weather permitting). Come read "A Teeny Tiny Halloween" by Lauren Wohl on our Storywalk that will be up beginning Monday, 10/25. The pumpkins will light up at dusk on Halloween for all to enjoy.

Last year we had over 30 unique Jack O' Lanterns to share, and hope for even more this time around so we are also looking for donations of your carved creations to help create a fantastic display. Donations can be dropped off at the library during the week of 10/25, at the Rec Field pavilion on Saturday 10/30 from 2:30-5, or anytime on Halloween day.

Pumpkin Carving Party

Saturday, 10/30, 2:30-5pm

At the Rec Fields

Stop by the pavilion at the Rec Fields to make a Jack O' Lantern to add to our second annual pumpkin walk on Halloween. We will have a limited supply of pumpkins and decoration supplies to share, please bring your own carving tools. Rain location will be at Town Hall.

MRV Interfaith Council’s Annual Thanksgiving Turkey Project     This project provides a full Thanksgiving meal for families in need.  To donate cash/check please send to MRVIC, PO Box 342, Waitsfield, VT 05673.  Food donations can be dropped off at the Valley Reporter Office.
Any families wishing to receive a Thanksgiving basket from the Turkey Project, please fill out this google form no later than November 5th.     Pick up of meals is Tuesday, November 23rd, 11:00am  - 1:00pm at Waitsfield United Church of Christ across from the Village Grocery.  If you opt for delivery, that will happen on Tuesday, November 23rd.

Joys of the Season    The Mad River Valley Interfaith Council will also again provide Joys of The Season coupon booklets which are valued for up to $80/child for designated stores in the area.  These coupons are for families struggling financially. Please let Susan know by 11/5/20  if you'd like to receive the Joys of the Season coupon books. You will only receive the booklets if you let us know that you need them.  As always, your information is kept confidential.

 

FREE HALLOWEEN CONCERT FOR 2-6 YR OLDS AT WATERBURY PUBLIC LIBRARY Come in costume for an interactive Halloween program of songs, stories, puppets, movement, instruments & so much fun!  Geared for 2-6-year-olds and their families (younger & older siblings welcome) 
WHERE: OUTDOORS at the WATERBURY PUBLIC LIBRARY  28 N. Main Street, Waterbury Village, Waterbury, Vt 05676
BRING BLANKET OR CHAIRS
WHEN:  SATURDAY OCT 23RD -10:30,
OUTSIDE or  INDOORS FOR BAD WEATHER
CALL LIBRARY TO REGISTER-802-244-703

                          Announcing FREE Fall Weekly OUTDOOR Programs with the Children’s Room

NATURE EXPLORATIONS  Tuesdays, 10-11:30 am @ various trailheads in the area. Get outside for some fresh air and fun! Every week we go to a different trailhead or natural area to explore and connect with the natural world and with each other. Activities are hands-on and facilitated by an instructor. Ages 0-6 and carriers are helpful for little ones! Email childrensroom@huusd.org to sign up.

MUSIC & MOVEMENT  Wednesdays, 10:30-11:30 @ Rusty Parker Memorial Park in Waterbury.
Ready for some singing, moving & playing? Come join us for Music & Movement! We begin by singing songs and moving together and allow time at the end to play on the swings and slide, as well as time for parents to socialize too! Ages 0-6 and the program is weather dependent. The calendar will be updated the morning of by 8:00 am for weather cancellations.

PLAYGROUND MEET UPS Thursdays @ Brookside Primary School, 4:00-5:30 pm and Sundays @ different playgrounds in Central Vermont, 10:00-11:30 am. We are doing weekly meet ups at playgrounds for  families to spend time together outside and play! Come to the wonderful Brookside Primary School playground on a weekday afternoon and on the weekend, visit a different playground each week. Check the calendar for weekend location announcements every Friday. To-go snacks provided too!

BABY CIRCLE  Thursdays, 1:00-2:00 pm. This informal, drop-in, weekly meet-up group is for pregnant or postpartum parents & caregivers. Join us for connection and theme-based discussions via Zoom. Pre-register with Hillary at Hillary.Montgomery@cvmc.org or 802-371-5961

MORNING STROLLER WALK/RUN Fridays, 9:30 am. Meet up at Rusty Parker Memorial Park in Waterbury Village to do a walk or a short run around town. Strollers or carriers are best for littles! 
Check out our website at childrensroomonline.org, facebook or email childrensroom@huusd.org for more information or to join our mailing list.

GREEN MOUNTAIN PERFORMING ARTS 2021-2022 ENROLLMENT OPEN  Let's Dance! Green Mountain Performing Arts will be offering a wide variety of weekly dance classes and after school activities for ages 5 and up. Dance styles that are offered include: Ballet (Ages 3 and up), Hip Hop (Ages 5 and up) , Modern (Ages 7 and up), Irish (Ages 7 and up), Highland (Ages 9 and up), Tap (Ages 6 and up), Jazz (Ages 5-8)
Registration is now open! Please visit our website to see our full schedule. Want to know more about the dance styles offered? Visit our Programs page here. Contact Us- Email: gmpavt@gmail.com Phone: (802) 244-8600

School Board Updates

This election day (Nov. 2) there is a school-related matter on the ballot.  For more information visit the HUUSD School Board page: https://huusd.org/huusd-board

Bobcat Bulletin 10/22/21

 

This election day (Nov. 2) there is a school-related matter on the ballot. 

(see below for more details)

If you have candy to donate to the village for Halloween festivities, please feel free to drop it to me by Wednesday.

School News:

Have you considered spending more time in the building with us?  We'd love for you to consider being a substitute!  We have a serious sub shortage, and need folks just like you if you are willing and able.  You can sub for whole days, half days, full weeks or even for a couple months.  Want to know more, email me mcouturier@huusd.org or give us a call at 496-3742.  Thanks for considering!

Bonjour

http://frenchwithmadamelindberg.blogspot.com/

I Heart Art

Happy Houses inspired by the pop art of James Rizzi

ECO this week

5th/6th graders hard at work in the forest this week.

PTO News

Moretown Halloween is ON!

Moretown Families you can help support Halloween by.......

1. Donating candy that can be dropped off at MES by October 28th

2.  Donate 1-2 hours of your time on October 31!  We need help setting up the blow ups (4-5pm), handing out popcorn (5-7) and with take down (7-8pm) email moretownpto@gmail.com to sign up. 

Moretown PTO is excited to be able to sponsor Halloween this year Sunday October 31 from 5-7pm......it will look a bit different from previous years & masks are required.  Stop by school and enjoy the blowups and a bag of popcorn before heading to the village to trick or treat.

Community News/Opportunities

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.

The Great Pumpkin & Story Walk

Halloween, 1-8pm

At the Rec Fields

The Moretown Library is excited to announce that we will once again host a story & pumpkin walk for Halloween, this year with a little trick or treating at the end of the tale (weather permitting). Come read "A Teeny Tiny Halloween" by Lauren Wohl on our Storywalk that will be up beginning Monday, 10/25. The pumpkins will light up at dusk on Halloween for all to enjoy.

Last year we had over 30 unique Jack O' Lanterns to share, and hope for even more this time around so we are also looking for donations of your carved creations to help create a fantastic display. Donations can be dropped off at the library during the week of 10/25, at the Rec Field pavilion on Saturday 10/30 from 2:30-5, or anytime on Halloween day.

Pumpkin Carving Party

Saturday, 10/30, 2:30-5pm

At the Rec Fields

Stop by the pavilion at the Rec Fields to make a Jack O' Lantern to add to our second annual pumpkin walk on Halloween. We will have a limited supply of pumpkins and decoration supplies to share, please bring your own carving tools. Rain location will be at Town Hall.

MRV Interfaith Council’s Annual Thanksgiving Turkey Project     This project provides a full Thanksgiving meal for families in need.  To donate cash/check please send to MRVIC, PO Box 342, Waitsfield, VT 05673.  Food donations can be dropped off at the Valley Reporter Office.
Any families wishing to receive a Thanksgiving basket from the Turkey Project, please fill out this google form no later than November 5th.     Pick up of meals is Tuesday, November 23rd, 11:00am  - 1:00pm at Waitsfield United Church of Christ across from the Village Grocery.  If you opt for delivery, that will happen on Tuesday, November 23rd.

Joys of the Season    The Mad River Valley Interfaith Council will also again provide Joys of The Season coupon booklets which are valued for up to $80/child for designated stores in the area.  These coupons are for families struggling financially. Please let Susan know by 11/5/20  if you'd like to receive the Joys of the Season coupon books. You will only receive the booklets if you let us know that you need them.  As always, your information is kept confidential.

 

FREE HALLOWEEN CONCERT FOR 2-6 YR OLDS AT WATERBURY PUBLIC LIBRARY Come in costume for an interactive Halloween program of songs, stories, puppets, movement, instruments & so much fun!  Geared for 2-6-year-olds and their families (younger & older siblings welcome) 
WHERE: OUTDOORS at the WATERBURY PUBLIC LIBRARY  28 N. Main Street, Waterbury Village, Waterbury, Vt 05676
BRING BLANKET OR CHAIRS
WHEN:  SATURDAY OCT 23RD -10:30,
OUTSIDE or  INDOORS FOR BAD WEATHER
CALL LIBRARY TO REGISTER-802-244-703

                          Announcing FREE Fall Weekly OUTDOOR Programs with the Children’s Room

NATURE EXPLORATIONS  Tuesdays, 10-11:30 am @ various trailheads in the area. Get outside for some fresh air and fun! Every week we go to a different trailhead or natural area to explore and connect with the natural world and with each other. Activities are hands-on and facilitated by an instructor. Ages 0-6 and carriers are helpful for little ones! Email childrensroom@huusd.org to sign up.

MUSIC & MOVEMENT  Wednesdays, 10:30-11:30 @ Rusty Parker Memorial Park in Waterbury.
Ready for some singing, moving & playing? Come join us for Music & Movement! We begin by singing songs and moving together and allow time at the end to play on the swings and slide, as well as time for parents to socialize too! Ages 0-6 and the program is weather dependent. The calendar will be updated the morning of by 8:00 am for weather cancellations.

PLAYGROUND MEET UPS Thursdays @ Brookside Primary School, 4:00-5:30 pm and Sundays @ different playgrounds in Central Vermont, 10:00-11:30 am. We are doing weekly meet ups at playgrounds for  families to spend time together outside and play! Come to the wonderful Brookside Primary School playground on a weekday afternoon and on the weekend, visit a different playground each week. Check the calendar for weekend location announcements every Friday. To-go snacks provided too!

BABY CIRCLE  Thursdays, 1:00-2:00 pm. This informal, drop-in, weekly meet-up group is for pregnant or postpartum parents & caregivers. Join us for connection and theme-based discussions via Zoom. Pre-register with Hillary at Hillary.Montgomery@cvmc.org or 802-371-5961

MORNING STROLLER WALK/RUN Fridays, 9:30 am. Meet up at Rusty Parker Memorial Park in Waterbury Village to do a walk or a short run around town. Strollers or carriers are best for littles! 
Check out our website at childrensroomonline.org, facebook or email childrensroom@huusd.org for more information or to join our mailing list.

GREEN MOUNTAIN PERFORMING ARTS 2021-2022 ENROLLMENT OPEN  Let's Dance! Green Mountain Performing Arts will be offering a wide variety of weekly dance classes and after school activities for ages 5 and up. Dance styles that are offered include:  Ballet (Ages 3 and up), Hip Hop (Ages 5 and up) , Modern (Ages 7 and up),  Irish (Ages 7 and up),  Highland (Ages 9 and up), Tap (Ages 6 and up), Jazz (Ages 5-8)
Registration is now open! Please visit our website to see our full schedule.  Want to know more about the dance styles offered? Visit our Programs page here.    Contact Us-   Email: gmpavt@gmail.com   Phone: (802) 244-8600

School Board Updates

Did you know our district is embarking on a search for our new Superintendent?  Over the next 3 months, our HUUSD board will be working with search firm McPherson & Jacobson to recruit, interview, and select a leader who will assume the role of Superintendent on July 1, 2022. 

 

We need your input!  On Nov 8 and 9, Dr. John Gratto of McPherson & Jacobson will lead stakeholder conversations organized around 4 key questions:

 

1. What makes our community a good place to live?

2. What makes this a good school district - for students and staff?

3. What are the issues that a new superintendent needs to know about as he or she comes into the district?

4. What skills, qualities and characteristics will the new superintendent need to be successful?

 

Please join one of our community stakeholder meetings via Zoom on Monday November 8th (11/8 Zoom link) or Tuesday November 9th (11/9 Zoom Link)  from 7:00-8:30 PM.

There will also be an online survey open from November 1st - 10th where you can answer the 4 questions above.  This will be posted at https://huusd.org/superintendent-search and shared in our community bulletins. 

Dr. Gratto will synthesize findings from the survey and stakeholder meetings with teachers, staff, administrators, high school students & community members  into a report for the Board. The Board will use the input to finalize qualifications for the new superintendent at the 11/17/21 Board meeting.

Please join us to share your thoughts.  We will continue to update the Superintendent Search page throughout this process so all community members can monitor the work to date.

  HUUSD BOND VOTE: VOTE BY NOV. 2

This election day, there is a school-related matter on the ballot.  The School Board is asking voters to approve a bond for $59,545,312. The money would be used to make much-needed repairs and renovations at Harwood and to put a small addition on Crossett Brook Middle School. 

It’s easy to find out more about the project by watching this 10-minute video that offers a good overview of the benefits and the costs:

In a community our size, every vote can make a difference. Early voting has already started in town offices and in-person voting will be available from 7AM to 7PM on November 2. All absentee ballots must be received by 7PM on November 2. 

MES Open House 2021

 

Welcome to the Moretown School Virtual Open House!

Classroom updates will find their way to you via SeeSaw or email, but here are some awesome highlights from the other spots where our students are learning!

Intervention here.

French here

Art here

PE https://youtu.be/LcadU1w7sj4

Wellness here

Library https://youtu.be/25Xj-uixXEE

Have a great night,

Best,

Mandy

Bobcat Bulletin 10/15/2021

 

Another new ECO friend

School News:

Open House is virtual this year and will be coming from teachers via SeeSaw or email.  I will be sending out a separate message with links for specials/arts.  Please take a look with your child(ren). There are so many awesome things going on here at Moretown School!!

I Heart Art

Notes from the Health Office 

1. Please call the nurse if your child has an injury or other condition that requires a change in or adaptation of activity, including if they need to use an assistive device such as a brace or crutches. We need to make sure that all appropriate staff are informed of any changes that need to be made to keep the child safe and help them heal (such as changes to PE or recess activities). 

2. If your child needs medication in school, please bring it to school yourself - do not send it in with the child unless you have discussed this in advance with the school nurse or principal. The nurse needs to verify the medication, dose, and amount submitted and there is paperwork that needs to be completed by parents for all medications that need to be given or applied in school. We are happy to do a hand off during the morning drop off. Mandy will be out there!

FYI:  On Friday 10/15/21, we learned about a person in our learning community with Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) at Moretown Elementary School affecting 3rd/4th grade classrooms. 

Additionally, Bus 10 AM route (elementary only) and 10 PM route (elementary only) are impacted.

Read the full letter.

ECO this week

Kindergarten had an Apple-licious ECO this week:

We collected apples for squirrels and raced to collect them during a game of squirrels and foxes. 

Grounding ourselves to the earth

Our engineers problem solved how to move apples without touching them with their hands

An apple hammock

design and test phase

success!!

PTO News

PTO will be hosting a Halloween pit-stop outside of Moretown School on Sunday October 31 from 5:00-7:00.  🎃 Also we will be collecting candy donations to be distributed to the village neighbors to pass out to our trick-or-treaters. Please drop candy with Mandy in the morning :)

Community News/Opportunities

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.

Free Thanksgiving Meal Flyer

Looking for kids’ clothing, shoes/boots, winter gear, strollers, baby gear, maternity clothing, toys or books?

Come shop and support The Children’s Room in our annual Tag Sale fundraiser! 

WHEN to SHOP:
Friday October 15th, 3:00 - 6:00 pm
Saturday October 16th, 8:00 am - 1:00 pm

WHERE to SHOP:
Wesley United Methodist Church, 56 South Main in Waterbury. Shoppers must wear a mask and the number of people in the building may be staggered.

Contact childrensroom@huusd.org with any questions.

The Children's Room Tag Sale Flyer

School Board Updates

Here's a link to the bond video. 

Bobcat Bulletin 10/7/21

A new ECO friend!

School News:

We had another great week this week!

Remember we have no school on Friday 10/8/21 for teacher inservice and no school on 10/11/21 to celebrate Indigenous People's Day. Enjoy the beautiful long weekend.

Musical Notes

5th/6th graders checking out Mr.Hill's stand-up bass

Bonjour

Check out Madame's new blog!  It is beautiful!

http://frenchwithmadamelindberg.blogspot.com/

I Heart Art

3rd/4th graders worked with metal this week working on design, texture, balance and color:

ECO this week

1st/2nd graders made natural art inspired by Andy Goldsworthy

PTO News

The next PTO meeting will be on Tuesday October 12 at 6:00 at the Moretown School.

Community News/Opportunities

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.

Activities Offered through Moretown Library:

Town Hall Community Conversation

In person: Sunday, October 17th, 4-5:30pm

Virtual: Thursday, October 21st, 7-8pm

Take this opportunity to give input on the work of the Town Hall Committee, and ways we can revitalize this historic building into an inclusive community space. Login info for our virtual session can be found on our calendar of events on the library's website.

The Great Pumpkin Walk

Halloween, 1pm-8pm

The library is excited to once again invite all goblins, ghosts and other characters of the night to a special Story and Pumpkin walk happening at the Rec Fields. Read the story and view your neighbors' carved creation anytime from 1pm until 8pm, with the Jack O'Lanterns lighting up when trick or treating begins in the Village. We would also love to display any of your pumpkin creations, more details on how to donate coming soon.

October 13, 2021, 6:30-7:45  

Your Child’s Development in the Early Years – Milestones and More!

Do you wonder how your child is doing developmentally? Curious about how to support your child’s development? We’ll look at some common milestones and resources for tracking development. Participants can share how they support their child’s development across domains.

 

Register now! Email Dori Oatley at dorio@fcwcvt.org to receive more information and the Zoom link to attend!

Hello friends -

We hope all is well with everyone.

We are reaching out to let you know that we have scheduled another one of our Outdoor Portrait Day events on Saturday 10/16 in E. Warren, VT, as well as one in Montpelier on Sunday 10/17…and we’d love to see you there! Please follow the links below to sign-up and for more info. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or ideas to share. We are also available for more customized photo sessions at your home, on our property and outdoor studio in Moretown, or just about anywhere you have in mind. 

We’d also greatly appreciate your help in spreading the word. (Feel free to share our facebook event links below).

Thanks so much,

Brian and Emily

COMMUNITY OUTDOOR PORTRAIT DAYS - FALL 2021

by Ember Photography

MAD RIVER VALLEY / WARREN, VT

Saturday, October 16, 2021@ Rootswork Community Garden at East Warren Community Market 

https://www.facebook.com/events/1056478688444124/

MONTPELIER, VT

Sunday October 17, 2021 @ North Branch Nature Center - Montpelier, VT

https://www.facebook.com/events/402926991235450

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Contact: Brian Mohr and Emily Johnson / EmberPhoto

info@emberphoto.com

text/cell 802-989-0570

Brian Mohr & Emily Johnson
Ember Photography

a: 514 Howes Rd. ~ 

Moretown, VT 05660

w: www.EmberPhoto.com 

e: info@emberphoto.com

text/cell: 

802-989-0570

The Waitsfield Children's Center (WCC) is proud to announce that Mountainfilm on Tour is returning to the Valley! This event brings a selection of culturally rich, adventure-packed and incredibly inspiring documentary films curated from the Mountainfilm festival held every Memorial Day weekend in Telluride, Colorado. The tour will visit Waitsfield at the Big Picture Theater & Cafe for one COVID-friendly drive-in showing on Saturday, October 16th with films that explore the themes connected to Mountainfilm's mission: using the power of film, art and ideas to inspire audiences to create a better world.

Tickets are sold by the car for this drive-in event and are on sales now at www.waitsfieldchildrenscenter.org. Don't wait! This event sells out every year.

Parking is general admission and begins at 5PM. The show kicks off at 7 pm.

Come early to enjoy the party. Food and drink will be available from Big Picture Cafe

Announcing FREE Fall Weekly OUTDOOR Programs with the Children’s Room!

NATURE EXPLORATIONS: Tuesdays, 10-11:30 am @ various trailheads in the area. Get outside for some fresh air and fun! Every week we go to a different trailhead or natural area to explore and connect with the natural world and with each other. Activities are hands-on and facilitated by an instructor. Ages 0-6 and carriers are helpful for little ones! Email childrensroom@huusd.org to sign up.

MUSIC & MOVEMENT: Wednesdays, 10:30-11:30 @ Rusty Parker Memorial Park in Waterbury. Ready for some singing, moving & playing? Come join us for Music & Movement! We begin by singing songs and moving together and allow time at the end to play on the swings and slide, as well as time for parents to socialize too! Ages 0-6 and the program is weather dependent. The calendar will be updated the morning of by 8:00 am for weather cancellations.

PLAYGROUND MEET UPS: Thursdays @ Brookside Primary School, 4:00-5:30 pm and Sundays @ different playgrounds in Central Vermont, 10:00-11:30 am. We are doing weekly meet ups at playgrounds for  families to spend time together outside and play! Come to the wonderful Brookside Primary School playground on a weekday afternoon and on the weekend, visit a different playground each week. Check the calendar for weekend location announcements every Friday. To-go snacks provided too!

BABY CIRCLE: Thursdays, 1:00-2:00 pm. This informal, drop-in, weekly meet-up group is for pregnant or postpartum parents & caregivers. Join us for connection and theme-based discussions via Zoom. Pre-register with Hillary at Hillary.Montgomery@cvmc.org or 802-371-5961

MORNING STROLLER WALK/RUN: Fridays, 9:30 am. Meet up at Rusty Parker Memorial Park in Waterbury Village to do a walk or a short run around town. Strollers or carriers are best for littles! 

Check out our website at childrensroomonline.org, facebook or email childrensroom@huusd.org for more information or to join our mailing list.

What and where is the Children’s Room? 

The Children's Room is a free playspace for children ages 0-6, parents, grandparents and caretakers in Brookside Primary School in Waterbury. Our space is not yet open due to covid concerns, but we are very hopeful that we will be able to go in at some point this school year.  In the meantime, we are doing outdoor playgroups! The Children’s Room supports families with young children by providing a space to build an informal network of peers, access local resources, and the ability to visit a free, fun and safe place to socialize! Children, parents, grandparents and caregivers come to "the room" to play, meet people, share stories, familiarize themselves with a school setting, better understand childhood development, and get to know the Central Vermont community!

Musical Munchkins with Miss Andrea: Pumpkins, Pirates and Dinosaurs; Click here to find out more

School Board Updates