Bridport Community Newletter

Happy Sunday!

We had SUCH an amazing week. We capped it off with our move up morning/recess rodeo on Friday. It was so special to have all students (besides our rising kindergarteners) in the building together. So many connections were made, and everyone worked together, kids and adults, to make it fantastic. We all left the morning with a teamwork medal, and according to a future 2nd grader- that should be our theme next year!

As we finish this school year next week, I am so thankful for the partnership of parents and community members. Thank you for all you do, and continue to do for our children.

Theres lots of information in today's newsletter, please reach out with any questions

Best,

Jenny

June 8th- Progress Reports sent home

June 9th- Preschool Celebration - 10AM

June 10th- 5th Grade Promotion- 12:15PM

June 11th- Last Day of School!!

June 13th @ 1PM- Linda Barrett's Retirement Celebration- all are welcome!!

July 6-31st- Summer Camp @ Shoreham School

We had SO much fun on Friday morning with our friends from Shoreham.

We started by having a quick circle, then students go to "move up" with their new teacher in their new classroom. They shared about themselves, and their hopes and dreams for next year. Our fifth graders got to "move down" to Kindergarten and had a blast playing with their favorite kinder activities.

Then, we had recess rodeo! In their next year's class they cycled through six stations including a teacher trivia where if you got the answer correct you could pie Mr B with whipped cream! He was such a good sport, and everyone got to learn about the grownups.

A big hit was tye-dye! Every child and adult got to tye-dye a tshirt with blue and maroon. Blue is the color of Bridport, and Maroon for Shoreham. When we put them together, it made a beautiful purpleish - which I hope is a metaphor for us coming together to make something beautiful next year.

A HUGE thank you to Ms. Amber, Ms. Cunningham, Ms. Abby, Ms. Martha, Mr. B, Mr Hirsch, and Ms Lisa for planning and running the stations for our students. Check out some photos below!

As we work with Betcha and the District Office, it would be helpful to get some feedback from you about your plans and needs for transportation next school year.

If you could please fill out the following survey as soon as you are able that would be great!

Thank you!

Jenny & Lashawn

Survey: https://forms.gle/eijRd6CVZ3yjkMLu8

On Wednesday, our K/1 class made their traditional trip to Middlebury to cap off their year. They spent the whole day seeing how different parts of the community work and how the fire station, post office, grocery store and library are organized. They had a blast! Thank you Ms. Way for organizing such an awesome experience for our kids.

Our Preschoolers went to the Bridport Fire Station this Wednesday! They took turns riding in the firetruck, had a tour, and even got to use the big hose! Thank you to Corey Pratt and the Bridport Fire Department for supporting this fun tradition for our littlest learners.

Do you need child care for your 3-5-year-old? Our new Shoreham preschool has openings for children who will be 3-years-old by September 1, 2026! Our Shoreham preschool program will open in Fall 2026. It runs for 35 weeks per year and is free for all participants. The program has 2 licensed teachers and is open to all children. Read more about our ACSD preschool program here and fill out this form to apply. Share this link with friends and neighbors with young children!

ACSD will again be providing summer meals to students 18 years and younger. Here are the dates, time and location for meal pick up.

Mary Hogan School: June 15th - August 14 Monday through Friday (Weekend Meals will be available for pick up on Fridays). Pick up time is 11:00 - 12:30. Lunch for that day and breakfast for the next will be available.

MUMS: June 15th - August 14 Monday through Friday (Weekend Meals will be available for pick up on Fridays). Pick up time is 11:00 - 12:00. Lunch for that day and breakfast for the next will be available.

Shoreham: July 6th - July 31 Monday through Friday. Pick up time is 11:00 - 12:00. Lunch for that day and breakfast for the next will be available.

Summer reading builds a positive relationship with books. It helps children maintain and strengthen their literacy skills when school is out. Without regular reading practice, many students experience the “summer slide,” losing progress in reading comprehension, vocabulary, and confidence. Consistent access to books and engaging reading activities can make a measurable difference in keeping kids on track.

Reading Is Fundamental (RIF)is an organization that donates thousands of dollars in books for our students to take home free books! They also offer a summer reading challenge! Head to our Summer Reading Camp page to learn about our Summer Reading Challenge and discover easy, fun ways to build reading into each day. Get free virtual storybooks, recommendations, hands-on activities, and fresh inspiration to keep kids excited, motivated, and exploring, while avoiding the dreaded summer slide.

As we prepare for the upcoming summer season, we want to reach out about students and summer camps. The Vermont Department of Health has compiled resources and guidance to help camps prevent and manage common health and safety risks such as vaccine-preventable diseases, norovirus, heat, air quality, rabies, ticks, mosquitoes, and injuries.

Campers have a safe, healthy, and enjoyable experience by following these health guidelines:

• Campers and camp staff who are not up to date with vaccines should be immunized before camp to make sure they are protected against illnesses like chicken pox, whooping cough (pertussis), tetanus, and measles.
• Families should check with their health care provider to determine if campers are up to date.
• Norovirus is a very contagious virus that causes vomiting and diarrhea. It spreads quickly in group settings. To help prevent norovirus, remember to wash hands often with soap and water (hand sanitizer doesn’t work against norovirus!) and to keep children home from day camps for at least 24 hours after symptoms are gone.
• Families should have a communication plan to be ready in case of emergencies.
• Sign up for emergency alerts at VT Alerts.
• Know where to find information about exposure to ticks, mosquitoes, rabies, cyanobacteria, and about hot weather and air quality.