CES Weekly Update

Dear CES Community Members,

Now that April is upon us, it's time for us to begin planning our year end events! Things get very busy around here as we approach the end of the year! We work hard to make the end of the year fun, educational, and inspiring for our students and this year will be no exception! More information will follow about various activities, but for now, here is a list of important events for you to add to your calendars. Please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions.

Have a wonderful weekend!

Mary Anderson

BROADWAY SHOWSTOPPERS
Elementary School Dance Performance

Join us for an exciting afternoon of music, movement, and Broadway magic as our students take the stage!

Wednesday, April 8th
Time: 1:20 PM, CES Gym

Dance Performance Schedule

No COL in April

Thursday, April 30th: Whole school "Newsies" Musical Performance 9:00 a.m. Evening performances at 6PM on 4/30 and 5/1.

Friday, May 8 COL Assembly 8:20 a.m.

Friday, May 15th (early release day for students, dismissal at 11:30)

May 18-22: I Love to Read Week

Friday, May 22nd: 6th Grade Step-Up Day at LUMS

Friday, June 5: Last COL 8:20 a.m.

Staff vs. Student Soccer Game 1:00-2:00

Thursday, June 11: Student Variety Show, part 1

Friday, June 12: Student Variety Show, part 2 if needed

Monday, June 15 : Field day

Step up day

Welcome summer BBQ for students, staff, and

families

Sixth grade graduation 6pm

Tuesday, June 16: Last student day (dismissal at 11:30)

No Strings Marionette performance

To Complete the Annual Update Process:

1. Log in to your Infinite Campus Parent Portal Account.
2. In the left menu, select More → Online Registration Update, and click Start next to Annual Update Forms.
3. Be sure to click SUBMIT when finished.

If you don’t yet have a Parent Portal account, email IC-support@lnsd.org for assistance.

🎭 BROADWAY SHOWSTOPPERS 🎶
Elementary School Dance Performance

Join us for an exciting afternoon of music, movement, and Broadway magic as our students take the stage!

📅 Date: April 8th
⏰ Time: 1:20 PM
📍 Location: CES Gymnasium

Our students have been working hard to bring the energy and excitement of musical theater to life through dance. Each grade level will showcase a performance inspired by a classic Broadway hit:

✨ Kindergarten:
“Let’s Go Fly a Kite” from Mary Poppins

✨ 1st Grade:
“Singin’ in the Rain” from Singin’ in the Rain

✨ 2nd Grade:
“It’s a Hard Knock Life” from Annie

✨ 3rd Grade:
“The Greatest Show” from The Greatest Showman

✨ 4th Grade:
“Anything You Can Do, I Can Do Better” from Annie Get Your Gun

✨ 5th Grade:
“Carrying the Banner” from Newsies

✨ 6th Grade:
Our 6th grade students have taken on the role of choreographers creating their own original dances and auditioning for featured spots in the show. All 6th graders will also be performing in the full-school finale!

🌟 Finale Performance (All Students & Staff):
“We Go Together” from Grease

We can’t wait to share this fun and memorable performance with you. Come support our talented students as they shine on stage!

We hope to see you there!

Students in the 5th and 6th grade Tech Ambassador program have been working hard to prepare for the first annual "STEAM Week" which will take place from April 6-10th! The idea behind STEAM education, (which incorporates Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) is to provide a multidisciplinary approach that builds critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration skills around technical subjects.

This group has been preparing a set of special workshops for each grade level. Lessons include programming robots, coding with lego kits, building an electrical circuit in Minecraft, creating art with handmade robots or 3D pens, and composing an original song with looping instruments.

The week will conclude with a visit from ECHO educators, who will be bringing a variety of hands-on science, technology, engineering, and math activities to CES as part of their traveling STEM fair!

Join ReTribe's WIlderness Adventure Day Camps this Summer

Spend the summer exploring our 80 acres of woods on the base of Mount Mansfield. We have 7 weeks of camp for ages 5-12. Activities include sneaking and playing running games, crafting and wood carving, swimming and playing in the pond and river, making fairy houses, battling with foam swords and taking part in a fantasy adventure.

For more info and to register visit our website: https://www.retribe.org/day-camp or email ReTribeTransformation@gmail.com.

Fairfax United Lacrosse is excited to welcome youth from Cambridge to join our growing program! Practices will be held in Fairfax and will focus on building strong foundational lacrosse skills in a fun, supportive environment.

Players will develop essential stick skills, learn the fundamentals of the game, and build teamwork and confidence on the field. Our experienced coaches are dedicated to teaching the game while fostering a positive and encouraging atmosphere for all athletes.

Whether your child is new to lacrosse or looking to strengthen their skills, Fairfax United Lacrosse is a great opportunity to learn, grow, and have fun with the game!

Join us and be part of the team!

https://app.teamlinkt.com/register/find/fairfaxunitedlacrosse

LINK for LAX sign up

Resource: Vermont Family Network – Support for Families

Vermont Family Network offers free information, education, and peer support to families of children and youth with special health, mental health, or educational needs. Their resources help caregivers navigate school systems, access services, and strengthen family voice - with a focus on connection, advocacy, and belonging.
Learn more here

Feeling the Winter Blues? You’re Not Alone.

Winter can feel heavy - shorter days, colder weather, less time outside, and changes in routine can affect mood and energy. It’s normal to notice shifts in how you’re feeling during this time of year.

Some signs to watch for include:

• Feeling more tired than usual
• Losing interest in things you usually enjoy
• Feeling down, irritable, or disconnected
• Sleeping more (or less) than usual
• Wanting to isolate or withdraw from others

If these feelings last more than a couple of weeks, or start to interfere with school, friendships, or daily life, it’s important to reach out. Talking with a trusted adult, school counselor, coach, or friend can make a real difference.

Small things can help too - staying connected, getting outside when possible, keeping a routine, and doing something kind for yourself or someone else. You don’t have to handle it alone.

Sharing Priority

Cambridge Area Rotary – Bike for Friends Program: This collaborative community program connects gently used high-end bicycles with individuals who may not otherwise have access to them.

• Donating a Bike: Those with gently used, high-quality bicycles they no longer need can

contribute to this meaningful community initiative.

• Each BFF recipient will also receive a new bike helmet!

• Individuals or families in need of a bike or bikes are encouraged to reach out to learn about available options and the application process.

• No questions are asked about income levels.

• On behalf of recipients, social service agencies, case managers, youth leaders, educators, and the like are encouraged to make requests too!

• For both bike requests and donations, interested parties should contact: Sam Lotto, swlvt57@gmail.com, Phone/Text: 802-793-5509

• Resources

• United Way Resource Page

• Vermont 211

• Lamoille Area Recovery Network (LeARN) is available to support flood survivors with recovery resources: learn@uwlamoille.org, 802-730-9513

• Flooding Resources: All other resources previously sent can be found here