Weybridge Family News

Wednesday, April 3, 1:00 - Early release

Monday, April 8, 1:00 - Early release/Solstice

Tuesday, April 16, 6:00-7:00 - 5th grade Exhibition presentations - all invited

Wednesday, April 17, 6:00-7:00 - 5th grade Exhibition presentations - all invited

Friday, April 19, 1:50 - 4/5 Exhibition gallery walk - all invited

April 22-26 - Spring vacation

Wednesday, May 1, 1:00 - Early release

Friday, May 3, 11:20 - Volunteer Luncheon

ACSD School Board Meetings - 208 Charles Avenue, Middlebury

Monday, April 8, 6:30-8:30

Below you will find the form to complete before Monday morning at 7:30am for ordering breakfast and lunch for your student/s. Click on the button and help your child make their food choices for the week. Thank you

Dear Families,

Sorry for the delay in getting the newsletter to you. Various obstacles popped up at the end of the week.

We had a wonderful visit with the guests from the Republic of Georgia. They had so many questions about our practice and the pre-service training for new teachers. One guest wrote after the visit: “I just have to say, the Weybridge School is a magical place!” I love when visitors pick up on this.

The ephemeral, deep snow offered an excellent medium for building AND various games involving flopping down. There was a quick pivot back to spring, mud and shedding jackets as the snow melted away.

4th/5th graders are continuing their research that they will share later in the month at the Exhibition presentations and gallery walk. (See calendar above.) This week they began interviewing experts in the field they are researching. I had the privilege of sitting in on a few of these and was so impressed with the students’ knowledge and poise. Kat Yepez has done an excellent job in facilitating this complex PYP project. See ACSD Exhibition Brochure here.

Reminder: VTCAP state assessments grades 3-5 - I have posted the schedule below. The tests are not timed and students can work on them over several days, taking breaks as needed. The tests are also computer adaptive, adjusting to the individual student so they are working on tasks that match their mastery level. As students engage with the assessment, we consistently work to create a relaxed environment for them. Please see VTCAP family letter linked here.

Please make every effort to have your child in school for the scheduled assessment times. While they can make up the assessments, it means they are out of synch with their classmates and missing instruction. :

Tuesday-Friday, April 2-5 - 4/5 VTCAP - ELA and Math

• Tuesday, 4/2 - ELA 8:30-9:45

• Wednesday, 4/3 - ELA 8:30-10:00

• Thursday, 4/4 - Math 9:45-10:45 (revised time)

• Friday, 4/5 - Math 9:20-10:30

Tuesday-Friday, April 9-12 - 2/3 VTCAP - ELA and Math

• Tuesday, 4/9 - ELA 8:30-9:45

• Wednesday, 4/10 - ELA 9:15-10:45

• Thursday, 4/11 - Math 9:15-10:15

• Friday, 4/12 - Math 9:15-10:25

Thursday-Friday, April 11-12 - 5th grade VTCAP - Science

• Thursday, 4/11 - Science 12:05-1:20

• Friday, 4/12 - Science 12:05-1:20

Tag Sale - At the recent FOWE meeting there was a discussion as to whether we could pull off the Tag Sale this year. FOWE has sponsored and managed the sale in the past. It is a tremendous amount of work, especially breaking it down and dispersing what is left after the actual sale. In order for FOWE to pull it off without undue stress, they need roughly 10 volunteers. We’re looking at May 18 as a possible date (set up the afternoon of 5/17, sale May 18, breakdown late afternoon of May 18 and day of May 19). If you are interested in helping to make it happen, please email Erin Davis erinjd@gmail.com.

Lunch volunteers - Next week we need coverage for Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday. Please email me cjohnston@acsdvt.org or sign up directly here if you can help with lunch prep and service, 11:00-12:00 between now and the end of the school year. Even one day helps. Thanks.

Enjoy the rest of the weekend.

Best, Christina

Addison Central SD: Bridport, Cornwall, Middlebury, Ripton, Salisbury, Shoreham, Weybridge residents

A preschool interest survey is available here. Families should complete the interest survey before the end of the month to be considered for a preschool opening. The preschool program has classrooms at Mary Hogan and Bridport schools.

Are you a resident of Weybridge? Do you care about protecting and enhancing the natural environment? Do you want to connect with neighbors who feel the same? The Weybridge Conservation Commission (WCC) is seeking new members/volunteers and would love to hear from you. The WCC acts as a voice for conservation in the town of Weybridge, serving the Selectboard and residents on matters relating to land and natural resource conservation, and making recommendations for use of the Town Conservation Fund. The WCC meets once per month at the Town Office or on Zoom.

If you're interested but aren't sure you can commit to joining monthly meetings, the WCC would be happy to help match you with an engagement activity that meets your interests and availability. To learn more, reach out to Alison Nurok at alison.nurok@gmail.com, Gioia Kuss at gioiakk@gmail.com, or Carolyn Weir at carolyn.f.weir@gmail.com.

WHO WE ARE:

The Addison Central Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC) is an organization led by parents (defined broadly) that focuses on improving the education and experiences of students with special needs and disabilities in the Addison Central School District (ACSD). (Learn more at: www.AddisonCentralSEPAC.org)

WHAT WE DO:

• Support families through information, events, and community.

• Collect community input and help district leaders understand the concerns of families and students.

• Collaborate with ACSD to improve district policies and practices.

STAY IN THE KNOW!

Don’t miss out on SEPAC resources and events! Sign up for updates at the link below.