Girls on Track- Heart and Sole 

Registration Open

The Girls on Track program is now called Heart and Sole. We will start our program at BRMS on Tuesday, March 29, 2016 and it will run each Tuesday and Thursday after school until 4PM. The 5K is on June 4, 2016 so our last day will be a celebration on June 7th, 2016.

All 5-6th girls can participate. Please go to: www.girlsontherunvermont.org to sign up or see me if you need a paper application. Some of the girls have taken applications and pamphlets home today. The program cost is $80.00.

Participant Registration for Girls: Once on the Girls on the Run Vermont website, look for the fuchsia bar to the far right titled 'Program Registration'.  When clicked it will bring parents/guardians to the appropriate registration page where they will select the correct link for their region. If you need a partial scholarship, please email me for directions to register. We do have some limited scholarship funding.

There will be a 15 girl limit. Girls will be accepted on a first come, first serve basis until we reach our limit  at which time we will start a waiting list. If you have any questions, please email me at tina.gallagher@cesuvt.org.

The Girls on the Run organization believes that adolescents bring many unique things to the table. We also know that girls at this age often sort through conflicting messages about their worth, their abilities and their value. The new middle school program, Heart & Sole, helps girls develop the skills to tune into their own truths and to unleash their power to live confidently and joyfully.

Heart & Sole creates a positive, structured space for middle school girls to learn about themselves, explore new ideas, cultivate empathy, strengthen connections, and develop life skills that will help them as they move through adolescence and beyond. Physical activity is woven through the program as a learning mechanism and a way for girls to experience goal setting and achievement.

The  Heart & Sole curriculum is rich with themes girls can relate to, addressing the whole girl—body, brain, heart, spirit, and social connection—and building important life skills such as team building, developing a support system, boundary setting, asking for and providing help, and more.   The girls will culminate the season by participating in the 5k event!

Please contact Tina Gallagher at BRMS if you can help on Tuesdays after school at 899-3711 or tina.gallagher@cesuvt.org. We would welcome any parent or a community member who might be interested. The program will occur on Tuesdays and Thursdays after school April 5-June 4. Please let us know if you can help one or both days. We would truly appreciate your help!!

~Tina A. Gallagher RN

School Nurse, Heart and Sole Coach

VERMONT TECH

ROSIE'S GIRLS STEM & TRADES LEADERSHIP RESIDENTIAL CAMP

And follow-on Mentoring Program – for girls entering 9th & 10th grades (fall 2016)

2016 Summer Camp Dates: 

June 20-24 or July 11-15
Randolph Center Campus

http://www.vtc.edu/academics/majors/stem-programming/rosies-girls-stem-leadership-camp  (more information and applications)

Modeled after Rosie’s Girls Day Camps created by Vermont Works for Women in Winooski, Vermont Tech’s Rosie’s Girls camps create positive, safe, supportive, girl-centered environments, with teamwork, healthy body image and tons of fun woven in! A place where girls can enhance their leadership skills as well as get their hands dirty, express themselves creatively, explore what the world has to offer them, what they have to offer the world and take positive risks! 

It’s a great place for girls entering 9th or 10th grades (in the fall 2016) to try something new.  Scholarships available! Program offerings include: Computer Information & Software Technology; Civil/Environmental & Architectural Engineering Technology; Construction Management; Science, Agri-Business, Welding; Fire Science; Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering Technology - plus loads of activities and more!! 

This experience helps emerging young women expand their sense of the range of educational, work and career options available to them and offers a follow-on mentoring program with women in professional STEM & trade fields. A holistic multi-faceted experience to:

• Try out a variety of trades and technical fields
• Increase self-confidence and self-worth and push past preconceived limitations
• Hear from Vermont women working in the STEM and non-traditional fields
• Consider careers in STEM-based, nontraditional fields
• Develop new areas of physical and emotional confidence
• Expand math and science skills through concrete applications
• Develop leadership and teamwork skills
• Have fun; make new friends- and much, much more!

As validation of the effectiveness Vermont Tech’s first Rosie’s Girls camp last summer, 87 percent of participants suggested that the experience made them more likely to pursue a STEM or trade career. “I work hard in math and science but I still have anxiety about my ability to do them. This camp helped me build confidence as well as helped me gain experience using STEM in projects and activities,” noted a camper in her evaluation.

http://www.vtc.edu/academics/majors/stem-programming/rosies-girls-stem-leadership-camp

Richmond Little League & Softball 2016

Who: Kindergarten through 6th grade boys and girls. 7th grade boys are eligible if they will turn 13 after April 30th, 2016. 7th grade girls are eligible if they turn 13 any time in 2016. The Richmond Area Little League includes the towns of Richmond, Huntington, and Bolton. This year, once again, we welcome girls from Jericho and Underhill to join our softball program as well.

How to register: The BEST way to register is online. This saves us a lot of extra work and allows you to pay by credit card. Go to our website: http://richmondarealittleleague.com and click on the “Register Now” button. Alternatively, you can fill out the paper form on the website, and mail it along with a check to: Richmond Area Little League, P.O. Box 19, Richmond, VT 05477.

Cost: $50, if you register by April 2, 2016. If you register after that, please add the late fee of $35. (This late fee reflects the actual cost we incur to order a late uniform).

NO REGISTRATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER APRIL 9th! No refunds will be issued after April 15th. Any refunds issued after April 2nd will have uniform fees deducted from them.

Location: Teams play games and practice at Volunteer’s Green and Brown’s Court fields in Richmond. All Softball teams as well as AAA and Majors Baseball teams also play out-of-town games.

Equipment: All players need to bring their own baseball or softball glove. For AAA and Majors baseball and Minors and Majors softball, cleats and baseball/softball pants are highly recommended. Uniform shirts and hats are included in the price of registration. The league provides bats and batting helmets, but recommends players have their own helmets if possible. If you need financial assistance or help finding the right equipment for your child, please contact us.

Team Placement: All girls will play softball, and boys will play tee ball or baseball. Please see the chart on the next page for divisions and practice schedules.

Skills Day/Gear Swap: We are planning a fun skills day for boys and girls on Saturday, March 19th at CHMS. At the same time, we will have a gear swap where players can donate gear they have outgrown and pick up some new gear for the season. Please watch for more information about this!

Post-Season: Girls and Boys ages 9-12 have the opportunity to compete on a Richmond All-Star team in the Vermont District 1 Little League Tournament. Teams are selected based on ability level and performance in regular season games. A commitment is required to participate. Tournament games are generally played between the end of school and mid-July. Coaches will distribute forms to eligible players at the end of May, and teams will be announced at the close of the regular season, in mid-June.

VOLUNTEER!: RALL is run entirely by volunteers and we need your help to have a successful season! Please check off how you’d like to help when you register, and we will contact you with more information.

Questions?: Please contact Wendy Gagliardi, RALL president, wgagliardi@gmavt.net or 434-2143 or Michelle Rosen, Softball Coordinator, mrosen70@hotmail.com or 434-6050

Don’t forget to register by April 2nd to avoid the late fee!

Division Grade Practice/Game Days Season Starts

Minis Softball K, 1, and 2 girls Mon. and Wed. 6:00-7:30 April 25

Minors Softball 2, 3, and 4 girls Tues., Thurs., and Fri. 6:00-7:30 April 12

Majors Softball 5, 6, and 7* girls Tues., Thurs., and Fri. 6:00-8:00, occ. Sat. game April 12

Tee Ball K and 1** boys Tues. or Thurs. 6:15-7:15, and Sat. 9:30-11:00 April 26

Minors AA Baseball 1 and 2 boys Mon. and Wed. 6:00-7:30 April 25

Minors AAA Baseball 3 and 4 boys Tues. and Thurs. 6:00-7:30, and Sat. 11:30-1:30 April 12

Majors Baseball 5, 6, and 7* boys Mon., Wed., and Fri. 6:00-8:00, occ. Sat. game April 11

* 7th grade boys are eligible if they turn 13 after April 30, 2016. 7th grade girls are eligible if they turn 13 any time in 2016. 

** 1st grade boys who are new to little league will play tee ball. 1st grade boys who have played at least one year of tee ball will play Minors AA baseball.

Talent Development Institute 2016

The Talent Development Institute, a program of the Green Mountain Center for Gifted Education, is celebrating its 18th year of programming at Johnson State College. TDI is a summer camp/academic program for advanced and gifted students, from Vermont and beyond, who are entering grades 4-9.  For the first time, the Institute will be held for two weeks: June 19-25 and June 26-July 2 and participants may be involved for one or both weeks. This year's classes, which vary from Wizardry to the Challenge of Space to WTDI Radio to Improvisation and more, engage students and nurture their creativity and their love of learning. The Institute may be experienced as a commuter or as an overnight camper.  The staff is a combination of experienced Vermont educators (some with Master's in educating the gifted), experts in their fields, and Institute alumni.  Campers have a blast learning alongside other smart kids on a small college campus nestled in the beautiful Green Mountains. Returning campers and staff tell us that TDI week is one of the best weeks of their year!

Partial scholarships are available to families who need assistance.  The 2016 TDI Brochure, with more complete information and the complete list of classes, may now be found on our website at www.tdivermont.org. 

February 11, 2016

Dear BRMS Families,

I am writing to let you know that we will have another simulation of a new driveway traffic pattern on the afternoon of February 15th during student pick-up.  We have made a few modifications to the traffic pattern we demonstrated earlier in the year.  We are considering modifications to our driveway in order to make the space safer for students and to make necessary repairs.  Please remember that we are doing this simulation to make sure that we have an acceptable plan before it is finalized.  There will be several staff members helping to direct traffic.

There are some important things for BRMS families to know about this demonstration:

• Buses will drop students off in the same location.
• There will be a separate lane that is only for buses.
• There will be no parking along the driveway.
• All traffic will be driving one way; entering the driveway near the library and exiting near Browns River Middle School.
• BRMS Students Parent Pick Up Students will be dismissed 5 minutes early 2:40
• BRMS students who are picked up on this side of the building by the gym. Refer to map and follow the red line.  Please do not pick up your child in front of the building.
• Once you have picked up your child, you simply follow the loop going one way towards the exit on the Browns River Middle School side of the driveway.
• Please use the parking lot or front field for parking if you need to go into building to pick up your child.

I am including a map of this driveway plan below.  I have marked the route for BRMS families in RED.  Please let me know if you have any questions about this demonstration.

Thank you,

Kevin Hamilton, Principal

7th/8th Grade BRMS Dance

The next 7th/8th grade dance of the school year is happening this Friday, February 12.  The starting time is 7:00 p.m. and ending time is 9:00 p.m.  Super Sounds will be providing the music and admission is $5.00. The dances are lots of fun and are well chaperoned.  Please be sure to pick up your child at 9:00 p.m. Our staff will not leave any child unattended at the end of the evening.

Guidelines for our dances:

·         All BRMS school rules are in effect at the school dances.

·         Students are to remain in the designated area from the time of arrival until the end of the dance.  Students must have written permission from a parent to leave the dance before 9:00PM. 

·         Only students currently enrolled in the 7th or 8th grade at BRMS may attend our school dances.

·         The dances will take place in the BRMS Dining Room.

·         No students will be admitted after 8:00 p.m. unless accompanied by an adult.

·         Dance styles deemed unacceptable by chaperons for reasons of safety will not be permitted.

Order Your Yearbook

Order Form due Friday, February 19.

MMU Course Selection Sheets Due

8th Graders--Don't forget to turn these in to Ms. Wisniowski by Friday, February 12.

Order Your Yearbook

Order Form due Friday, February 19.

Summer Camp Registration

MMU Youth Football Camp: This is a non-contact camp open to boys and girls grades 2-8. MMU Youth Football Camp offers players the chance to become familiar with football and start working on football fundamentals, while emphasizing player safety. For five evenings, youth players have the opportunity to work with local experienced high school players and coaches to learn more about the game of football. The camp take place at Mount Mansfield Union High School.

MMU Youth Football Camp will be held on July 18-22, from 5:30-8:00PM. The daily schedule may change depending on the number of players in the camp, age of the campers, and the availability of special guests and motivational speakers.

The cost of camp is only $75.00 for the week. The fee also includes a camp t-shirt. If two people from the same family are attending the camp, the cost is $110.00. The cost for three from the same family is $165.00 Needs based scholarships are available; inquire with Coach Richards. To register contact: Marty Richards at 999-1384 OR email cougarfootball@cesuvt.org

The Nurturing Parenting Program® Is Starting This February in South Burlington!

The Nurturing Parenting Program is an educational program that involves the whole family. 

• Improve communication with your children
• Develop empathy
• Practice self care
• Empower your family

PROGRAM IS FREE!

5:30-7:30PM in South Burlington

Childcare and a light dinner are also included!

For more information and/or to Register call: 498-0607 or 1-800-CHILDREN (244-5373)

or e-mail Heather Niquette at Hniquette@pcavt.org

School Choice

Beginning in the fall of 2016, all residents of Bolton, Jericho, Richmond and Underhill may exercise elementary and middle school choice for their children applicable to any of the schools in the Mt. Mansfield Modified Union School District. Please find more information and links to the School choice

• application
• bussing options
• frequently asked questions
• guidelines
• policy
• timeline

Hard copies of these forms are also available at your school. Please contact Kevin Hamilton if you have any questions about this information.

Kinship Care & Adoptive Parent Support Group 

Are you an adoptive parent or family member other than a biological parent who is the primary caretaker of a CESU student?

If so, you are not alone!

Who: Adoptive parents, grandparents, and caregivers other than biological parents who are the primary caretaker of a CESU student

What: An opportunity to share resources, information, and support with other families who may have similar experiences and challenges

When:  Monday, February 8, 8:00–9:00AM

This will be a monthly group. Future dates will be determined by the group and updated flyers will be distributed.

Where: Mount Mansfield Union High School, Room 309, 211 Browns Trace Rd., Jericho

Participation in this group is free and we encourage you to spread the word and invite others to this group who may wish to participate.

It is helpful to RSVP so that we can set up to accommodate the group size. To RSVP or you have questions about the group, you can contact Ellen Arrowsmith, School Social Worker, at 802-338-1676 or ellen.arrowsmith@cesuvt.org

7th & 8th Grade Dance

The next 7th/8th grade dance of the school year is happening Friday, February 12.  The starting time is 7:00 p.m. and ending time is 9:00 p.m.  Super Sounds will be providing the music and admission is $5.00. The dances are lots of fun and are well chaperoned.  Please be sure to pick up your child at 9:00 p.m. Our staff will not leave any child unattended at the end of the evening.

Guidelines for our dances:

·         All BRMS school rules are in effect at the school dances.

·         Students are to remain in the designated area from the time of arrival until the end of the dance.  Students must have written permission from a parent to leave the dance before 9:00PM. 

·         Only students currently enrolled in the 7th or 8th grade at BRMS may attend our school dances.

·         The dances will take place in the BRMS Dining Room.

·         No students will be admitted after 8:00 p.m. unless accompanied by an adult.

·         Dance styles deemed unacceptable by chaperons for reasons of safety will not be permitted.