Hark! The Herald
Friday, February 1st, 2019
Important Dates and Reminders
Monday 2/4/19: Winter Sports
Tuesday 2/5/19: Last basketball game of the season at Winston Prouty
Monday 2/11/19: Winter Sports (last day for the season)
Thursday 2/14/19: Snack Bar and Dress Down Day to benefit the 11th and 12th grades
Sat/Sun 2/16 and 2/17- Student Collections at St Michael Parish (grades 9 and 10)
Monday 2/18 through 2/22/19 : No School- Winter Break!
** Please send your child in with an extra pair of socks or a change of pants if they tend to get wet during recess. We have had lots of the younger children coming down to the office looking for dry clothing recently... the good news is that our children are outside daily, playing hard, and enjoying these snowy days!**
GIRLS ON THE RUN REGISTRATION OPENS FEBRUARY 4TH!
Did you know: GOTR has Junior Coaching opportunities so if you are in 7th thru 12th grade and would like to get involved, please let us know!
Girls on the Run 2019 season starts the week of March 4th and registration opens on Monday February 4th! The program will be held on Mondays and Fridays from 3:15 until 4:30.
The program is designed to inspire girls to recognize their inner strength and celebrate what makes them one of a kind! Over the course of the 10 week program, coaches will guide the girls through a curricula of dynamic discussions, activities and running games aimed at developing confidence and promoting an appreciation of health and fitness. The program culminates with a celebratory 5K event in May. You can register online at the following link: https://www.gotrvt.org/Register-Now
- We are still seeking coaches to help with the program. We understand that committing to both days each week may be difficult – so even if you can join us a few times throughout the season that would be a great help!
- Any girl in grades 7-12 are also invited to join us as a Junior Coach!
If interested please contact Tammy Richards at tamikoch1@yahoo.com. We need your help to make this program a success!
We Joyfully Welcome Colin Francis Abbondanzio to the SMS Family!
Our new music teacher, Breton Abbondanzio, and his sweet family just welcomed their third son this past week. Everyone is doing great and Mr. A is very happy to share photos and an update with us all:
Mark your calendars.... GO SAINTS!
Last Game of the Season
Please come out and show your support. We have had a great season!
Tuesday 2/5/19- Game starts at 3:30pm against Compass School @ Winston Prouty
209 Austine Drive Brattleboro, VT
A private banquet will be held afterwards for the players and their families in Rand Hall.
Booster seats for your child on Mondays for Winter Sports.
Dear Parents:
We need to remind everyone to please make sure to drop off a booster seat for your child on Mondays for Winter Sports.
As a school, we must ensure
1) the safety of your children and 2) compliance with Vermont State Law. Where all Winter Sports activities are located in VT, we are compelled to follow VT law. Current Vermont Law states:
Child Car Seat Laws
All kids who weigh over 20 lbs and are 1 through 7 years old must ride in either a child safety seat or a booster seat.
Kids between 8 to 15 years old must ride in a child passenger restraint system, or use a seat belt.
**If your child does not normally use a booster seat in your own vehicle, but they fall within the 1-7 age range, we would ask that you make arrangements for the next few weeks to borrow from someone. If that cannot happen, please come speak with someone in the front office.
**If you simply forgot, please please come up with a way to remind yourself before driving away. Set an alarm or use a post it note on your child’s backpack etc.
Thank you so much for your understanding and cooperation.
2 Full Scholarships Available for Our Current Junior Class
If you know anyone that would like to finish their Junior year here at SMS and reenroll to graduate in the spring of 2020, please share this amazing opportunity.
Friend? Family member? Neighbor or coworker? Someone in your church or on a sports team?
Consider who you know and encourage them to call the office for an interview and shadow day.
A request for Art Supplies from Mrs. Pickering
LOTS OF CAPS:
Soda bottle caps, Snapple caps, medicine bottle caps etc any size, any color (actually looking for variety!), as long as they are round. Would you please set aside your caps and send them in each week until we tell you otherwise.
Thanks to everyone who has already sent in caps. It's going to be a fascinating project... Stay Tuned!
Breakfast Lunch and AMP Menus
Breakfast is $2.25 and Lunch is $3.50
Check out all of these delicious breakfast options for month of February!
If you would like your child to have breakfast, please make sure they order it the day beforehand.
After School Meal Program
This is a free meal program, sponsored by the state, and available to all students who stay after school for any reason.
Community Events
NEW: MATH TUTORING CENTER
MATH TUTORING
Brattleboro Math Center, 139 Main St. Brattleboro
Math tutoring for elementary and middle school
Multi-sensory approach to understanding the math
Call Marissa at (510) 919-0843
½ off first session for Saint Michael students
PIANO AND ORGAN LESSONS NOW AVAILABLE
Hi! I'm Breton Abbondanzio, the new Music teacher at St. Michael School and Music director for the parish. I'm pleased to offer private lessons in piano and organ to interested families. I teach all ages and levels, and some of my students have won prizes in the ATAM Music Competition in Newton, MA. Lessons are a half hour in duration and my fee is reasonable and competitive.
Please give me a call at (413) 824-9881 or email me at babbondanzio@gmail.com.
I look forward to teaching your child!
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Email: lindsayoneil@smsvt.info
Website: www.saintmichaelschoolvt.org
Location: 48 Walnut Street, Brattleboro, VT, USA
Phone: 802-254-6320
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