Friday Notes
May 6, 2022
Exciting updates to our kitchen and MPR coming this summer!
Thanks to an incredible, anonymous and visionary donor, the hard work of an amazing architectural team, and a dedicated construction management team, our staff and students will enjoy a newly designed space for eating, Mass, PE, and assemblies. Our kitchen team will have the space, storage, and equipment to accommodate the growing number of meals they prepare each day to keep your students growing and active! Take a look at what we have planned!

Countdown to BASH: Sponsor Spotlight!
PLATINUM SPONSOR- Catholic Financial Life - Families have trusted CFL to safeguard their financial security for 153 years. Established by a group of Catholics searching for a way to help and support one another in times of need, they have grown to become the second largest non-profit Catholic financial services organization in the United States.
SILVER SPONSOR - Lawrence Construction- Randy (William, K) is the sole proprietor of Lawrence Construction. With nearly 20 years of carpentry experience, Randy works with homeowners and contractors in the Stowe area on home additions, remodels and repairs.
BJAMS Corn Hole Raffle Tickets
On sale today at pick up and Saturday at BASH. The winner will drawn at the event; attendance is not required in order to win.
1 ticket/$10
3 tickets/$25
We accept cash, check, and PayPal.
* Hand painted by Mrs. O'Neil *

Staffing News - update
Tuition Assistance - Posted
Tuition Assistance Awards have been posted in FACTS. Please check your SPAM folder if you do not see the email from FACTS. It contains directions to log in and "accept" your award in order to complete the process.
Contact Laurie at lmarcoux@bjams.org if you have any questions.
Help secure free school meals with just one call!
Call the Statehouse at (802) 828-2228
1. Ask to leave a message for your Senator and provide his/her name
2. Provide your name and phone number
3. Your message is: Please pass S.100 Universal School Meals Act
Lamoille County Senator: Richard Westman [click here for the full list of Senators]
Event Series Changes - see "Coming Up Next"

ASP Corner
Remember to register for the month of May!
Community News
What is Healthy Lamoille Valley?
Vision: Lamoille Valley is a safe, supportive and healthy community.
Mission: Healthy Lamoille Valley is a coalition of individuals and community organizations working collaboratively to reduce youth substance misuse and encourage youth to make substance free healthy choices.
Service Area: Healthy Lamoille Valley serves the communities of: Belvidere, Cambridge, Craftsbury, Eden, Elmore, Greensboro, Hardwick, Hyde Park, Jeffersonville, Johnson, Morrisville, Stannard, Stowe, Waterville, Wolcott, Woodbury
What is LAYC?
Open to any youth in 6th-12th grade who live in Lamoille County or the Greater Hardwick Area (Hardwick, Craftsbury, Greensboro, Stannard, and Woodbury).
On May 11th, we will be partnering with the Lamoille North Supervisory District on a community event on preventing youth cannabis use. This interactive in-person event will look at where our youth are being exposed to cannabis, alcohol, and other drugs, and how parents and community members can take steps to address and prevent youth use. Middle and high school students are encouraged to attend with their parents or caregivers. We invite all parents and students to participate.
You may be thinking, “I do not have a student in the Lamoille North District, this event isn’t for me.” In fact, this event is open to the entire Lamoille Valley community. Our youth cross town lines for the Tech Center, friendships, sports, services, shopping, and more. While this is a district-level conversation, you probably already interact with Lamoille North students in the community. We invite you to attend! Our youth need you to attend. According to the new data brief from the Vermont Department of Health, “Vermont rates of cannabis use in the past month among people aged 12+ were highest in the country—at nearly twice the national rate.”
Doors open at 6:00 PM for a light dinner. The event is from 6:30-7:30 PM. Please pre-register so we can plan setup and dinner. Registration: https://bit.ly/3OwdgKp
Get Organized for Green Up Day
Participate in this easy survey!
The Upstanders: Discussion
You are invited to a discussion of the documentary The Upstanders, a documentary about resilience and the power of connection to end bullying. Register for the discussion and watch a trailer for the film.
Event: Thursday, May 5th, 2022, 5:00 PM
Morristown's Biggest Tree Contest 2022
What is LHP CC?
Our mission is to help youths become the best versions of themselves by building their communication skills and encouraging them to be compassionate and respectful of others by demonstrating and nurturing a safe space for them to grow.
LHP CC
26 Union St.
Morrisville, VT
* see the documents below for more information: Policies and Promise
Daisy Level - Girl Scouts for Pre-K
Contact Heidi Roberge for more information or to ask questions:
888.474.9686 x 4173
Spring Meet & Greet at Rice
What: Rice Spring Meet & Greet
Where: Rice Memorial High School, 99 Proctor Ave, So. Burlington
When: Thursday, May 12 from 5:30-6:30pm.
Mix and mingle with other incoming students and families and meet faculty and staff at Rice's mini open house. Hear from a current student, parent, and the school principal. Learn more about Rice's outstanding academic programs, athletics, and student life in a no-pressure setting. There will be games and entertainment set up for students too. Parents of rising 8th graders and high schoolers are encouraged to attend.
Please RSVP by 5/9 by contacting Stacy Bessette: bessette@rmhsvt.org or visiting: https://rmhsvt.org/events/spring-meet-greet
Coming Up Next
May 11 - Plant Fundraiser Order Deadline
May 14 - Volunteer Work Day
May 17 - Step Up Day for students
May 31 - Art Show, time TBD
June 3 - PK3 and PK4 Graduation, Last Day for PK3 and PK4, noon dismissal for PK3 and PK4
June 3 - 8th Grade Graduation, 6pm
June 7 - Awards ceremony, times TBD
Event Series:
May 20 - Gr 7/8 Social Club, 6 pm - 8 pm
June 2 - Gr 5/6 Social Club, 6 pm - 8 pm (This date is DIFFERENT than what was previously published.)
June 6 - Gr 5-8 Coffee House, 6 pm - 8 pm (Not just 7/8)
Your window into your student's school life including meal ordering, grades, calendar, and more!
General information; meeting schedule, agendas, and minutes; opportunities to participate here!