The Doty Digest
Greetings Doty Families!
Wow, 100 days of school have gone by. This is always a nice opportunity to sit back and reflect upon all the growth the students have made since the beginning of the year. I think that one of the best parts of being an educator is being able to bear witness to young humans growing up and figuring out who they are!
Thank you to all of you who baked for, came to, and organized the pie breakfast! What a delicious and fun event to have every year. Worcester is a very special place indeed. Please join us for some pie in faces at our all school meeting on February 14th at 2PM.
As many of you know from the budget process, both Doty and Rumney have very low projected enrollments for both PreK and kindergarten next year and in order to stay in line with what we know to be best practice and district class size policy, the two programs will be combined for next year. The location for the combined kindergarten has not yet been decided but will be determined before February break.
The decision for the PreK program has been made and that will be housed at Rumney for next year. Rumney has two licensable rooms available so we will be able to jointly offer both morning and afternoon PreK sessions and wrap-around care through Community Connections.
I want to reassure folks that this has been a programmatic decision and we would have moved in this direction even if we weren’t in the midst of a configuration study. I encourage all of you to follow the work of the configuration study by tuning into the expanded finance committee meetings that are dedicated to discussing configuration options.
In closing, thank you for continuing to send your muffins in with a variety of outerwear and extra clothing. Outdoor time in weeks like this past one are often sloppy and goopy!
As always, thank you for sharing your students with us!
Gillian
Healthy Snacks
Happy Weekend to the Doty Families. We have been discussing nutrition in every classroom this past month. Next week, we will be making some nutritious food. I would like to share some ideas for healthy snacks that don’t cost a lot and may be easy for some of the older Doty students to make at home.
Nutritious and delicious snacks are crucial for your children's overall well-being. Opting for wholesome options can contribute to their growth and development. Fresh fruits such as apple slices with peanut butter are not only tasty but also packed with vitamins. Vegetables like baby carrots or cucumber sticks with hummus make for a crunchy and satisfying snack. Whole grain crackers and cheese provide a good balance of carbohydrates and protein. Yogurt with a drizzle of honey and a handful of granola is a tasty and nutrient-rich treat.
For a quick energy boost, try a small handful of mixed nuts and dried fruits for a mix of healthy fats and essential nutrients. Smoothies made with low-fat milk, fresh fruits, and a touch of honey can be both hydrating and enjoyable. Incorporating these nutritious options into your child’s snack routine can promote a lifelong habit of making healthy food choices. Have fun while trying some new foods. -Nurse Lydia
