Weybridge Family News

Pizza and play nights - 5:00-6:00 - Informal grade level gatherings for parents and children, a time to eat, chat and play together.

• Wednesday, 8/20 - K/1

• Thursday, 8/21 - 2/3

• Monday, 8/25 - 4/5

Tuesday, August 26, 1:30-3:30 - Students and families are invited to drop by to check out their classrooms and say “hello”.

Wednesday, August 27, 7:45 - First day of school! FOWE will provide coffee and treats for families in the library at drop off time. This has traditionally been a lovely time to welcome new families and catch up with others

Thursday, September 18, 6:00pm - Welcome back potluck hosted by FOWE. All are welcome.

Back to school nights, Thursdays, 5:30-6:30

• 9/25 - K/1 Back to school/curriculum night

• 10/1 - 2/3 Back to school/curriculum night

• 10/9 - 4/5 Back to school/curriculum night

ACSD Board dates - MUHS - 73 Charles Avenue, Middlebury

Monday, August 11, 6:30-8:30

Monday, August 25, 6:30-8:30

Thank you to James Landenberger and Michael Newkirk for their design and hard work on this beautiful structure.

Dear Families,

Always as August rolls around, the rituals of getting ready for school begin in earnest. Teachers are circling back to their room, I’m in the midst of the annual administrative retreat, and pre-week officially starts for all ACSD staff and teachers, August 20.

New staff this year: Another big change in staffing this year is that Samantha Farrell-Schmitt is moving into a math specialist position at Bridport! They are so lucky to have her AND we will miss her so. She has been such an important part of the school these past two years. Thankfully, Rachel Chapman is stepping into Samantha’s role and has begun training with her this week. Rachel’s position is full time and she will be serving as health designee as well. We are also welcoming Elana Sadlon as a paraprofessional who is taking on a role similar to that of Shannon’s, including that of back-up health designee. Kathleen Marinelli will be the nutrition specialist. She is coming to us from Salisbury, bringing great experience and energy to the position.

Meals and bus information: I will be sending out a second newsletter the week before school starts which will include meal ordering and service information (we’re changing our processes), links to the bus routes and pickup routines. Once again this year all school meals served to youth (up to age 18) will be FREE.

Reminder - All students (K-5) need the following:

• Sneakers - especially for P.E Tuesdays and Fridays to insure safe movement

• A complete change of clothes (yes, for all grades!) including socks and underwear (to be kept in their backpack) - various spills and muddy play are part of school life

• Rain boots, rain pants and rain jackets

• Snow boots, snow pants, winter coat, hat, mittens or gloves

We do have extra clothes on hand, but it is often much more comfortable for students to have their own gear/clothing and changing takes much less time.

Please email me cjohnston@acsdvt.org or call if you have any questions (802-545-3301),

Enjoy the rest of the summer! Christina

Join Weybridge friends on the school playground--

Thursdays from 6-8 pm all summer long!

Click here if you’d like to sign up to bring the popsicles.

(And, yes, Weybridge graduates and alumni are still invited-- you’re never too old for a popsicle!)

Now that the temperatures are rising, I want to send some care reminders out for families to keep in mind.

Sunscreen

• Apply sunscreen at least 15 minutes before sun exposure

• Choose sunscreen that is at least 30 SPF

• Broad spectrum sunscreen protects against UVA and UVB radiation

• Reapply every 2 hours or per the bottle instructions

• For younger students, adults should assist with application

Bug Spray

• Use the appropriate and recommended amount per spray bottle

• Adults at home or school should apply bug spray - students can not spray themselves

• If using sunscreen, let sunscreen dry for 20 minutes before applying bug spray

• Bug sprays should contain no more than 30% DEET when used on children

Ticks

• Recommended to do daily tick checks done at home

• Avoid brush, tall grass and leaves

• Wear tall socks and pants for when in tick habitats

• Spray bug spray with Deet on the legs

• If you find a tick on a student, an adult should remove it with teasers right way

General Reminders

• Stay Hydrated

• Wear hats to protect from the sun

Stay healthy and have fun with the outdoors while taking care of ourselves!

If you have any questions please reach out!

Best,

Dani Girard, MSN RN

ACSD School Nurse

dgirard@acsdvt.org

When: June 17th through August 15th

Pick up at:

• Mary Hogan School Front Entrance 11:00 – 12:30
• Middlebury Union Middle School 11:00 – 12:00
• Shoreham Elementary Front Entrance 11:00 – 12:00 - meals available July 7 through August 1

All sites are grab-and-go with lunch for the day and breakfast for the next day. Menus are available at each site or on the ACSD Website.

***New this Summer: Weekend Meals***

Weekend meals will be available every Friday at Mary Hogan and MUMS

Join us for a Summer Food Service Kick Off Barbecue

When: June 20th 11:00 – 12:30
Where: Mary Hogan School
All kids eat for free and Adults only $5.00

Substitute teachers are crucial for our students, staff, staff, and schools! We are increasing our daily substitute teaching rate to $160/day for unlicensed subs and $200/day for licensed subs. This change begins on Wednesday, March 5, 2025 when students return from winter break. This flat rate replaces our sliding rate of pay for subs depending on the number of days worked.

To apply, you can email your interest to HR@acsdvt.org with "Substitute Position" in the subject line. You can also visit this listing on school spring.

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