THE SCHOOL BELL
Williston Schools / September 5, 2018
Welcome Back from Lead Principal Greg Marino
Dear Williston Families, It is my pleasure to welcome you and your students back to another great school year at Allen Brook School and Williston Central School. Congratulations should go out to all faculty, students, and staff for smooth and successful start to a new year. It is such a privilege to be part of a learning community like Williston and to partner with all of you in support of your child's education. I hope you your family are starting to settle in to some positive and healthy school-year routines. Adults and students agree that these first few days can be a bit tough as we try to peel away from our more relaxed summer schedules. I know for sure that in my house there has certainly been an adjustment period. Everywhere I turn, I am inspired by the passion and spirit of all who come to work and learn at our schools. I look forward to using this new platform to share our story with you this year. Enjoy some images from the last few exciting days around our two schools. As always, thank you for your partnership.
Community Input Needed
The deadline to complete the survey is Sept. 13.
Continental Mathematics League 2018-2019
Registration deadline for grades 3-8 is September 21st
(Registration for grade 2 will be announced in October.)
Continental Math Online Registration 2018-2019
Grade 4-8 Meet dates:
November 14, December 19, January 16, February 13 & March 13
Grade 3 Meet dates:
January 16, February 13 & March 13
No School Wednesday, September 19!
WCS 3rd/4th Grade Chorus
When:
Wednesdays after school, 3:00-4:00.
Rehearsals begin on Wednesday, September 26th.
The first two rehearsals are “open.” Students can come to check it out with no obligation.
Starting Wednesday, October 10th, students need to make a final decision to be a chorus member or not. Chorus members must attend all rehearsals. (Absences from school are excused.) Non-members are not permitted to attend rehearsals.
Where:
WCS Chorus room (Mrs. T-H’s and Ms. Kennedy’s music room)
Students should bring a snack to eat between school dismissal and the start of chorus rehearsal. No food is permitted in the rehearsal room. Only water is permitted.
There is a 4:30 activity bus available to take students home. Supervision is provided between 4:00 and 4:30.
Other Information:
The 3rd/4th grade chorus will give performances in early February and in early June.
The chorus sings a variety of music from different time periods, cultures, and styles. The students will be singing in different languages, meters and tonalities. The songs range in level of difficulty.
No audition- just a love for singing!
No cost.
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Danielle Trasciatti-Holmberg (Mrs. T-H) / dtrasciatti@cvsdvt.org
Part time and full time positions available
Please consider joining our amazing Williston team: both part time and full time positions available. Williston Central School is seeking an energetic paraprofessional to join our special education team. We are looking for a skilled, caring individual to provide support for individual and small groups of students in academic areas, personal development/behavior, and social cognition. Candidate will be an advocate of inclusive education, problem-solver and strong collaborator, and a positive team member. Ability to promote child growth and foster independence and a willingness to learn are essential. Contact Sarah Crum at 802-871-6141, scrum@cvsdvt.org for more information.
Please consider joining our amazing Williston team: Williston Central School is seeking to fill a bus aide position for both am and pm. This is a great way to get involved with your school on a schedule that works around other commitments. Please contact Sarah Crum at 802-871-6141, scrum@cvsdvt.org.
Spelling Bee!
Spelling Bee Team ~ Qualifying Tests
5th/6th - Wednesday, September 5th
7th/8th - Friday, September 7th
12:40 in the WCS Enrichment room
Grades 5-8 students interested in trying out for either of the two WCS Spelling Bee Teams should come to the Enrichment room on either Wednesday, September 5th (5th/6th graders) or Friday, September 7th (7th/8th graders). The test for both grades 5-6 and 7-8 will start at 12:40. Students may bring their lunch if need be. Each test consists of 30 words. Twenty-five of the words come from the Vermont Principals’ Association list, and 5 are extra words. The lists are available outside the Enrichment Classroom or online at The Vermont Principals’ Association website under Student Activities, Student Spelling, Study Words (or click here).
Please contact Julie Rogers ~ WSD Enrichment Teacher, jrogers@cvsdvt.org if you need more information.
Annual title 1 Parent Meeting Sept. 20
from 5:30-6:30, in the ABS Library. Parents will be notified by phone and/or letter if
they will be participating this year. The Learning Expo K-2 will follow this meeting.
Inquiries contact Nancy Rondeau, 871-6285.
Curriculum Nights/Learning Expos
Thurs. Sept. 13 / Grade 3/4 Curriculum Night & Learning Expo / 6:00 pm / WCS
Thurs. Sept. 20 / ABS Title 1 Mtg./ 5:30 pm / ABS
Thurs. Sept. 20 / ABS Curriculum Night & Learning Expo / 6:00 pm / ABS
Thurs. Oct. 4 / Upper House Curriculum & Learning Expo / 6:30 pm / WCS
SEEKING PARTICIPANTS for Inter-Gen - A Monthly Inter-generational Book Group!
Families as Partners (FAP) teams up with the Dorothy Alling Memorial Library to sponsor a fun inter-generational book group that brings together WCS middle school students, seniors from our community and parent volunteers. Each book group will read and discuss 5 books over the course of the school year. Meetings take place during school hours.
The program will kick-off in October with a “Get Acquainted” luncheon. The book groups will then meet during school hours once a month to discuss books in a relaxed and fun setting. 7th & 8th graders will meet from 11:35am-12:15pm. 5th & 6th graders meet from 12:30pm-1:10pm
If your 5-8th grade child are interested in being considered for this program, please register by Friday, September 21st. We are also seeking parent volunteers! Use this online link to register your child or to sign up as a volunteer.
If you have any questions, please contact Karen Olson (karen@willistonruns.org) or your child's Language Arts teacher.
Mobile App
Download the WSD App and get notifications for groups, sports teams, 3-4 Chorus, etc. to keep informed.
Open App, tap on the 3 horizontal bars in the top right and select Notifications. Tap on the group boxes for those you want.
Families as Partners
Tuesday Early Dismissal
Dismissal at ABS is 1:35 pm.
Dismissal at WCS is 1:55 pm.
The Tuesday schedule for morning Preschool is 8:00 to 10:15 am. Afternoon preschool is 11:15 am to 1:30 pm.
Four Winds Nature News
School Lunch Menus
Monthly Fitness Fun
More Links, More information
- WSD Mobile App Flyer
- Williston Facebook Page
- CVSD Facebook Page
- Did you know CVSD has a blog? http://cvsdstory.blogspot.com
- CVSD Handbook
Upcoming Events
Tues. Sept. 11 / FAP Ice Cream Social / 6-7 pm / ABS Courtyard
Thurs. Sept. 13 / FAP Meeting / 8:15 - 10 am /
Thurs. Sept. 13 / Grade 3/4 Curriculum Night & Learning Expo / 6:00 pm / WCS
Mon. Sept. 17 / WCS Picture Day
Tues. Sept. 18 / ABS Picture Day
Wed. Sept. 19 / NO SCHOOL
Thurs. Sept. 20 / ABS Title 1 Mtg./ 5:30 pm / ABS
Thurs. Sept. 20 / ABS Curriculum Night & Learning Expo / 6:00 pm / ABS
Thurs. Oct. 4 / Upper House Curriculum &Learning Expo / 6:30 pm / WCS
Upcoming Events on the School Web CalendarDAML Programs
Click here for the Bell listing of DAML events scheduled for children.
Recreation & Parks Offerings
Community Events
Williston Schools
Email: cpavlik@cvsdvt.org
Website: https://www.cvsdvt.org
Location: 195 Central School Drive, Williston
Phone: (802) 878-2762
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Williston-School-District-1483758238612170/timeline/
Twitter: @wsdvt