Weathersfield Weekly

Our t-shirts are designed and ready to be ordered! I have added the link to our school store at the bottom of this email. This year, they have added a custom line to add to the back of the shirts. With that being said, we ask that any custom names on the back are limited to "Cast", "Crew", or their character's name ("Peter Pan", etc).

Thanks so much for all the ways you support our program!

https://clevercowdesigns.com/weathersfieldelementary/

Weathersfield students had a great assembly on Monday. Chris Poulos, who is a motivational speaker and professional BMX rider, came to Weathersfield to share some important messages. Students heard his positive message and watched all of his amazing tricks. Students enjoyed the assembly and appreciated the positive message.

SATURDAY, MARCH 22nd AT 7:00 P.M. (Snow date will be March 23rd)

The Weathersfield Proctor Library will have their 11th ANNUAL TOWN CHALLENGE. Local organizations are invited to participate, and we certainly hope you’ll join in the fun. The trivia topics will cover Weathersfield History, Geography, Spelling, Current Events/Sports, Literature and Music.

As you know, in addition to this being an exciting event for the whole community, it is a fundraiser for the Weathersfield Proctor Library. We are hopeful the businesses within our community will join in with donations for this much-anticipated event.

Of course, we also encourage each team member to collect additional support (family members, neighbors and/or friends), and there will be a prize for the team that raises the most money. A few years ago, we also offered door prizes (local products) to members of our audience and will again this year. And don’t forget the coveted prize for the team that displays the most TEAM SPIRIT!

We are pleased to announce we will be offering the PAWS STEAM Camp at Weathersfield again this summer! We will offer four weeks of fun and learning…shhh, don’t tell the students! The camp is open to Weathersfield students currently in grades K-7.

The camp will run Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm each day, beginning July 7th and ending on August 1st.

PAWS STEAM Camp will offer a variety of activities such as crafts, hands-on activities, nature exploration, sports, cooperative games, and MORE.

Here are the weekly themes this year:

Week #1 (July 7th - 11th): Harry Potter

Week #2 (July 14th - 18th): Dinosaurs

Week #3 (July 21st - July 25th): Outer Space

Week #4 (July 28th - August 1st): Pokemon

The cost for the camp will be $150 per week, per child.

Space will be limited to #30 students. Sign-ups are offered on a FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE basis. You will be notified via email if there is a spot available for your child in the program.

Please follow the link to sign up for the program.

4th Grade students had the opportunity to create a new invention and then present it to other students and the community. Students had some original ideas that could be the next great invention.

he 802 Smiles program offers dental visits at school. Lisa Watson, Registered Dental Hygienist, is the school hygienist from NorthStar Health's Dental Clinic. She will be at Weathersfield School the week of March 24-28. Dental visits are for students who have no established dental home, and for students who have not had a routine dental cleaning in over a year. Lisa offers dental cleanings, sealants, and fluoride treatments for those who sign up. Please email Grace Knight at grace.knight@wsesu.net to register your child for a dental cleaning. Here is a link with information on 802 Smiles: https://www.healthvermont.gov/wellness/oral-health/vermont-802-smiles-network

The K-5 Passport to Winter Fun Program concludes at the end of this month on March 31st! This is your reminder to cash in incentive prizes earned on days 10, 20 & 30 before the end of the month! Businesses will no longer be accepting Passports after March 31st, so go enjoy the prizes before time runs out! Once your child has completed all 30 days in the Passport, they have officially earned the title of Polar Bear Achiever and qualify for a prize! To receive the prize, please complete the Back Flap and turn it in to the school, mail it to UVTA’s Passport to Winter Fun (P.O. Box 1215, Norwich, VT 05055), or Scan QR code to complete the Back Flap online. If you submit the Back Flap before Friday, April 4th, your kiddo will also be entered into the Grand Prize Raffle and could win an AMAZING prize! Visit uvtrails.org to view complete list of Grand Prizes.

Brownsville Base Camp Summer 2025 Registration opens February 1st. Base Camp Explorers is a day camp located in Brownsville for campers entering Kindergarten-6th grade. New this summer we have a two week Adventurers program geared towards campers entering 6th-9th grades. Check out our website to learn more!

https://www.brownsvillebasecamp.org/

Financial Assistance is available!

We are right around the corner from state testing. I wanted to share the dates of when students will be taking the state test this year. We will start each day testing at 8:15 in the morning and students will test primarily in the morning. Please try to schedule any appointments or other activities around the testing dates, because it is important and easier for the students if they are here. If you have any questions about testing, please feel free to reach out.

VTCAP Testing Dates:

5th and 8th Grade Science

March 18-19

March 20 Make-ups

3rd-8th Grade ELA

March 25-26

March 27 Make-ups

3rd-8th Grade Math

April 1-2

April 3 Make-Up

Make-Up Week

April 7-10

Dear Members of the Windsor Southeast Supervisory Union,

In 2023, we celebrated the passing of the Transgender and Gender Nonconforming Students Policy by our school board. This policy is designed to “protect all students from sex discrimination, including transgender students and students who do not conform to traditional gender stereotypes.”

At its core, this policy reflects our district’s commitment to fostering a learning environment where all students feel safe, valued, and respected—because creating inclusive schools isn’t just about policy compliance; it’s about saving lives. Research shows that affirming transgender and gender-diverse students significantly reduces their risk of depression, anxiety, and suicide. In a time when misinformation about the reality of gender diversity is widespread, it is more important than ever to ensure that every student in our schools is supported and protected.

We invite you to take a brief survey to:

• Gauge understanding and alignment with the policy, including key provisions.

• Gather questions about what the policy means for students and families.

• Hear directly from those impacted by this policy about their experiences and needs.

• Collect suggestions for how we can engage families and the broader community in fostering gender inclusivity.

Who should fill out this survey?

All parents, caregivers, and guardians of students in WSESU, as well as all teachers and staff of the district.

Your input is invaluable in helping us ensure that all students feel safe, respected, and supported in our schools. The survey is anonymous, and your responses will directly inform ongoing efforts to implement this policy effectively.

Click here to take the survey

Please complete the survey by March 14th.

Thank you for your time and engagement in this important conversation.

Parents/Guardians of 8th grade student(s):

Woodstock Union High School new student enrollment for the 2025-26 school year is now open. If families are interested in enrolling their child they can complete the enrollment process and start registering for classes. Families can go to the MVSU website at mtnviews.org to begin the enrollment process.

If you are planning to enroll your child at Hanover High School for the 2025-2026 academic year, please follow these essential steps (if you have not already done so):

1. Enrollment:

   • Complete the Non-Resident Enrollment Form located on the SAU 70 website.
   • Navigate to the website and locate the "2025-26 Non-Resident Enrollment Form."

2. Course Selection:

   • After completing enrollment, please submit the Class of 2029 Course Request Form.

Attention all current 8th graders interested in possibly attending Springfield High School. SHS will work with Weathersfield School in order to schedule a day for interested 8th grade students to visit SHS and shadow a current 9th grade student for an entire school day. This opportunity is meant to give you some experience with SHS is to help you decide where you would like to attend high school! Breakfast and lunch are included in your visit...you are welcome to bring your own lunch, but you should know breakfast and lunch are FREE for all students. You would spend the entire day going to classes, advisory and lunch as well as getting some time in the tech center. Please let your counselor know if you are interested as we will be looking to schedule this visit day after the February break or into the beginning of March. If you have any questions feel free to reach out to Jason Touchette (SHS school counselor) at 802-885-7910 or email him at jtouchette@ssdvt.org.

https://weathersfield-athletics.sportngin.com/register/form/969085079

The April Board Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 6:30 PM in the Music Room.

Monday Breakfast- Cereal Lunch- Crispy Chicken with Cheesy Potatoes

Tuesday Breakfast- Pancakes Lunch- Sloppy Joes With Vegetables

Wednesday Breakfast- Egg Sandwich Lunch- Soup and Sandwich

Thursday Breakfast- French Toast Lunch-Teriyaki Chicken with Asian Noodles

Friday Breakfast- Cinnamon Roll Lunch- Pizza and Salad

March Menu

• March 18th VTCAP Testing starts

• March 21st Early Release Day All Students get out at 12:00 PM

• March 21st 8th Grade Game Night 5-9:00 PM

• March 22nd Town Challenge 7:00 PM

• March 29th PTO Comedy Night

• April 4th and 5th Peter Pan Jr. Play

• April 7th PTO Open House 5:30 PM Come check out our PTO

• April 8th Weathersfield School Board Meeting 6:30 PM

• April 10th Early Release Day Student Led Conferences

• April 11th No School for Students Conferences

• April 14th-18th Spring Break No School