PA Family Communication

Mar 9 - Baseball Team Meeting, 5:00pm

Mar 10-12 - VTCAP ELA Testing, 9th Grade

Mar 17-19 - VTCAP Math Testing, 9th Grade

Mar 18 - Softball Team Meeting, 6:00pm

Mar 19-20 - One Acts, P.A.C.S. presents Wild Strawberries

Mar 21 - One Acts Regional Festival, more details to come

Mar 23-25 - VTCAP Science Testing, 11th Grade, Rescheduled

Mar 26 - Noon Dismissal

Mar 27 - No School, Conferences

Apr 1 - Career Exploration Event - P5 & 6 interrupted

Apr 12 - Science Olympiad @ Norwich University

Apr 20-24 - April Break

May 25 - No School, Memorial Day

June 11 - Graduation

As part of our continued commitment to substance use prevention and community care, this year we are taking a new approach to how we engage students in meaningful conversations about substance use and its real-life impact. Instead of bringing in an outside speaker, we are turning to the trusted voices within our own community.

Our upcoming meeting on Friday, March 13th, Stories That Stay With Us, will feature a small number of faculty and staff sharing thoughtful, personal stories about how substance use has affected their lives. These honest, carefully prepared reflections—touching on themes such as loss, choices, consequences, or missed opportunities—are not lectures, but meaningful narratives designed to help students understand why this topic matters now.

Because these adults remain present in our students’ daily lives, their messages of care and awareness extend beyond a single event and reinforce our school’s ongoing culture of support. Faculty and staff will participate within clear guidelines and structure, not as counselors or experts, but as trusted members of our community.

We recognize that this topic can be sensitive and are approaching it with intention and care. Please reach out with any questions. Thank you for your continued partnership in supporting our students’ well-being.

We are excited to offer Family/Teacher Conferences on Thursday, March 26th from 12:30pm to 5:30pm Friday, March 27th from 8:00am to 12:00 pm. Once again we are using the Meet the Teacher program to schedule conferences. If you haven't already, please use this link to schedule your conferences. As a reminder timeslots tend to fill quickly. Contact Michele (michele.walker@lamoillesouth.org or 802-888-4600) for any help needed with conference scheduling.

We look forward to seeing you!

Students present to their peers and teachers in Biology classes.

Our upcoming VTCAP testing has started. Families play an important role in helping students feel confident, calm, and ready to do their best. You can support your student by ensuring they get plenty of rest in the days leading up to the assessment, stay well-hydrated, and eat a healthy meal before testing. On the day of the test, plan to arrive early, maintain a calm and positive attitude, and remind your student that they are well-prepared and capable. These small but meaningful actions can make a significant difference in creating a smooth testing experience.

To better understand the nature and purpose of the assessment, we encourage families to visit cognia.org for additional information.

If your student has not yet reserved a copy, they should do so now by making a down payment or paying in full with Michele in the Main Office. Please note that only the number of yearbooks reserved will be ordered, so it is essential to reserve your copy by April 1st. The total cost of the yearbook is $62.

On March 19 we will be bringing 10th graders to VSAC’s College & Career Pathways event at Saint Michael’s College. Students can collect a permission slip from the guidance office (lunch will be provided).

Students and their parents/guardians are also invited to attend the free event for families on Saturday, March 14. Families can participate in-person at UVM or online over Zoom. Attend live workshops on how to choose, apply to, and pay for education after high school; get test prep tips from a professional tutor; discover free local resources to support your teen’s career search; learn about short-term training opportunities for in-demand jobs; and connect with experts on postsecondary options for students who learn differently. All sessions will also be recorded for future viewing. Find out more and register at vsac.org/ccp.

Click the link below for the guidance department resource page. Inside you will find easy links to information about current courses, student opportunities, and preparing for college. Let us know what you think and if there are other resources we can provide for you!

The season's final free throw in the PA gym.....and it went in!

Congratulations to all the students, families and coaches for your successful winter seasons. We had a lot of fun and out teams provided some great memories and positive energy for the school community. Now, it's on to Spring Sports.

We have our Spring Sports team meetings in the library starting tonight at 5pm for baseball. Then Softball will meet next Wednesday at 6pm, and track is TBD. The spring meeting is abbreviated and focused on individual teams. We look forward to seeing you out there this

If you haven't already, check out the options on gear. Something for the entire family.

Thank you to everyone who mailed in or came out to vote last week. The school Budget passed by a wide margin. We appreciate the support and trust. We will continue to work hard for your children.

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