4.27

 

Hi All, 

I hope that you had a rejuvenating break. This one always seems to come and go SO quickly. I had a good balance of work and family time, a different pace for a week is always a welcome feeling. I'm looking forward to welcoming our kiddos back tomorrow morning. What can you and your students do this week to spread kindness?

 

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News and Announcements 

• At the board meeting before break the board approved the proposal of June 24th being the last day of school. They also agreed to explore more fully the Doty Memorial School being used as a site for Turtle Island Childcare Center. They are currently facing the end of a lease in Montpelier and are in a rush to find a suitable space for their center. 
• Hiring Committee Help: Special Educator 
• I am wondering if a classroom teacher, special educator and possible support staff member would be interested in being on a committee. We are looking to meet ASAP...probably Tuesday. Thanks for considering. 
• Upcoming Dates:
• Break April 21-April 25
• Wunderle's Two Day Residency---May 15/16
• One Man Show---5/16 
• Art/Music Show  5/27   5:45-7:00 
• WCUUSD Band Chorus 5/6 Concert  6/5
• VINS---June 9th 
• Save the Date---Field Day/Picnic 6/13
• Last day of school 6/24 12:30 dismissal 
• Here are some short reads to get you thinking about welcoming kids back and maybe introducing some fun! 
• K-2 Morning Meeting Activity https://www.responsiveclassroom.org/group-activity-idea-lost-tooth-poem/
• K-3 Spelling Stroll https://www.responsiveclassroom.org/energizers-spelling-stroll/
• Energizer https://www.responsiveclassroom.org/keep-your-class-moving/
• Reteaching Routines https://www.responsiveclassroom.org/reteaching-routines/
• Welcome Back Tips https://www.smore.com/blog/welcome-back-spring-break-tips/
• Copier---The copier has been fixed and we found the culprit. The roll had a large scratch on it because a jam had been cleared with something sharp. This was something that has already been replaced this year. Please DO NOT clear a jam with anything other than your hands. If you have a jam please wait for Lori or Doreen if you are not successful. 

What's Happening at Berlin?

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday	Staff Meeting     - Yearbook      - Schedule
Thursday	Coffee and Conversations---Steven in Building 8:00-9:00
Friday	**School Lunch Hero Day** Data Meetings: K, 1, 3

Where is Celia?

Monday	Student Meeting 11:00-12:00 Curriculum Council 4:00-5:30
Tuesday
Wednesday	WCLT Meeting 1:00-2:00
Thursday	Coffee and Conversations  Student Meeting 9:15-10:15
Friday	Lori 8:30  Project Serve 10:00-10:30  Student Meeting 11:30-12:30

 

4.16

 

Hi All, 

I hope that you all had a great weekend. I wanted to thank you all for engaging in the CIP work last Wednesday. Jen Miller-Arsenault said that she really enjoyed being with us and was excited to hear our conversation and her positivity even looking a lofty goals. It was lovely to hear such positive feedback. I figured I would share that with you all. 

Tyler, Ashlyn, MaryBeth and myself just came off a great training with Growth Coaching International. We were joined by many staff and administrators in the district. We are looking forward to implementing the practices that we learned and sharing that learning with you all. 

A huge thank you to Betsy, Jessica and Amber for stepping up in our absence. Also to all of you who stepped in/up/out during the few days we were out. 

News and Announcements: 

• Remember this week is our underground spirit week---let's see how long it takes the kids to figure it out. The schedule will be as follows: 
• Monday --- Wear All Black (Dress like a secret agent day) 
• Tuesday --- Anything but a waterbottle day
• Wednesday --- Comfy/Cozy Day
• Thursday --- Colors of the Rainbow (Wear one color if you can) We'll try to organize ourselves in a rainbow at All School Meeting       
• Friday --- Snazz up your Tie-Dye Fri-Dye! 
• Climate Survey: The board is requesting that we send out another climate survey this year district wide. Please be on the look out for an email tomorrow with the link to the survey. 
• There will also be a student climate survey---stay tuned on grade level. I assume 3-6 but I am waiting for confirmation.  
• Here's some quick reads with some fun tips for the week before a break:
• https://kosmikteaching.com/keep-structure-and-relax-the-week-before-break/
• https://heynatayle.com/classroom-activities-for-the-week-before-spring-break/?srsltid=AfmBOoo-Txya_m9PXDYYlSvbPbV994S_VaGyvn3Rj8_9w7psPBfq5Tu0
• Tyler will be running All School Meeting on Thursday. We will utilize the "Whole School Celebration" Schedule
• Upcoming Dates:
• Break April 21-April 25
• Wunderle's Two Day Residency---May 15/16
• One Man Show---5/16 
• VINS---June 9th 
• Save the Date---Field Day/Picnic 6/13

What's Happening at Berlin?

Monday
Tuesday	**Tax Day**
Wednesday	Staff Meeting--- Schedule Work
Thursday	Whole School Meeting 9:45-10:15
Friday	Data Meetings: 5/6, 4, 2

Where is Celia?

Monday	IIW Work 8:30-10:45 Meeting with Jen M-A 3:00-3:45  Curriculum Council 4:00-5:30
Tuesday	WCLT 8:30-11:30  Student Meeting 11:45  Student Meeting 1:00
Wednesday	WCLT Meeting 1:00-2:00
Thursday	**Celia Out of Building Mediation Meeting 8:00-12:00  District Safety Team Meeting 1:30-3:30
Friday	Student Meeting 12:30

 

April 6

Hi All, 

I hope that this weekend brought you whatever it is that you needed. Lori has graciously set up a mealtrain for our lovely colleague, Kathy Grenier. Please check it out here: https://mealtrain.com/0374m9. I will be out at a Leadership Coaching Training on Thursday/Friday this week. I will be available via phone. Jessica Heinz will be principal on duty. 

Shoutouts

• Doreen, thank you for stepping in to cover last week. 
• Thank you all for your patience as we worked the kinks out with the testing schedule. Hats off to the 3-6 teachers for sticking with it and getting through week 1. 
• Deborah Gregoire thank you for our conversation last week. 
• MaryBeth thanks for the lovely photos for the weekly update 
• Behavior team---you rock! 

News and Announcements

• At staff meeting this week we will focus on the CIP planning for the next school year. 
• I am looking for folks to serve on hiring committee for the Library/Tech opening. Jessie's position is a one year so we have to hold interviews. Please let me know if you are interested. 
• This is a fantastic bank of graphic organizers from Responsive Classroom for student or adult use: https://www.responsiveclassroom.org/printable-resources/.
• This is a fantastic resource for making student groups. 
• VTCAP Schedule I have shared a more detailed schedule with those of you who are proctoring. 

What's Happening at Berlin?

Monday	HJC Meeting---8:15 Whole School Celebration---In Den Groups.  2:45-3:15
Tuesday	"Joy Squad" 8:15
Wednesday	Staff Meeting--- CIP Work
Thursday	BES Art Connection---Crafting for Joy and Understanding 8:15-8:35 in the Art Room
Friday	Data Meetings: K, 1, 3

Where is Celia?

Monday	HJC 8:15  Meeting 12:45
Tuesday	Student Meeting 8:15 Student Meeting 11:30  Steven at BES 1:45-3:45  Parent Meeting 4:00
Wednesday	MAC Meeting 8:15  WCLT Meeting 1:00-2:00
Thursday	**CGI Training at U-32**Celia Out
Friday	**CGI Training at U-32** Celia Out