Cougar Chronicle
September 25, 2026
Our students are working hard and will be earning a well-deserved PBIS celebration in a few weeks! To help make this event extra special, we’re looking for a few simple craft items.
If you have any empty toilet paper rolls or paper towel rolls lying around, we would love to take them off your hands! Feel free to send them in with your child anytime over the next few weeks.
Thank you so much for your support!
New Name, Same Idea: Introducing SEL Classes!
You might hear your child saying that they have SEL Classes starting this week: our traditional “Guidance” classes are transitioning to SEL (Social Emotional Learning)
lessons.
While we remain just as dedicated as ever, this update better reflects the proactive, practical skills our students build in class every week. Think of SEL as a gym class for the brain and heart, a dedicated time to practice essential life tools alongside academic learning.
Why the name change?
Proactive Skill-Building: While "guidance" often implies reacting to a problem, SEL actively teaches every student key skills like managing big emotions, showing empathy, setting goals, and resolving conflicts peacefully.
A Modern, Research-Backed Approach: Educational research shows that when children understand their emotions and know how to build healthy relationships, they feel safer and perform better in all academic areas.
The Same Caring Support: Don't worry, our counselor is still here for one-on-one check-ins, small support groups, and quiet moments when a student needs extra care.
I am excited to help our young learners grow into resilient, empathetic, and confident individuals both inside and outside the classroom!
- Ms. Jasmine
Time: 2:00 - 5:00pm
Location: East Montpelier Rec fields
Support the talented and entrepreneurial students from around our district who will be selling their creations at the market.
