Just in case a family forgets to pre-order, we will have a few extra meals prepared. Please know that families may participate in the meals program of any of their local schools, no questions asked, if traveling to BJAMS is not feasible. Please contact your local district, as their pick-up schedule may differ from ours.

* This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Please email Mrs. Morrison or Mrs. Wilson with the details so those in need can be included in this outreach program.

The directive for a school-wide dismissal was determined by the Vermont Department of Health, the Agency of Education, and the Diocese of Burlington, and as of today, remains in effect through April 15th.

BJAMS has rolled out its plans for distance learning for students in grades K-8. We expect there may be some glitches and hiccups, and we'll work through them together as they arise.

We shared a step-by-step guide for parents on how to access online learning through Google Classroom (via email and hard copy), and we began working with students at that time as well. The large bins set up by teachers out front have already been utilized, and they remain in place for as long as is necessary for the exchange of classwork during this dismissal period.

The official start date for distance learning was yesterday, March 19. Going forward, all daily assignments will be posted by 8:00 AM each day. Please email your child's teachers with questions, and be on the lookout for details and updates from them as well.

Please note: teachers will be recording grades; distance learning is not optional.

This is a first for everyone (parents, students, and teachers), but we're confident if we stay focused, yet flexible, and communicate effectively, then we will all be successful in our distance learning!

The school office will be open for essential staff only Monday - Thursday from 9:00-1:00. Please email Mrs. Wilson and/or Mrs. Morrison if you need to retrieve something from the school.

Financial Aid Applications DUE TODAY!

Be sure all supporting documents are uploaded with your application. You will need either your 2018 or 2019 1040 Federal tax return and your 2019 W-2's.

Follow this link to the BJAMS FACTS sign in page. Once you login, click on the FACTS Grant & Aid "start application" button. Only completed and verified applications will be considered for tuition assistance. Keep in mind FACTS takes approximately 2 weeks to process applications.

Many of the precautions that help prevent other respiratory diseases, also help keep an illness like COVID-19 from spreading:

• Frequent hand washing with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with 60% or higher alcohol content.

• Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.

• Avoid close contact with people who are sick - the VT Dept. of Health recommends maintaining a distance of 6 feet from sick individuals.

• Stay home (and keep your children home) when sick.

• Cover your cough or sneeze with your sleeve or a tissue and dispose of it in the trash.

• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.

The most up-to-date info on COVID-19, please visit the Vermont Department of Health website.

Please email Mrs. Curran if you wish to order a yearbook, and please mail your check to the school. We are unable to accept cash or checks delivered in-person.

Stay tuned.