MMMUSD CESU Math Night 2016

Spectrum Sleep out

Good Morning,

If you haven't signed up yet, NOW IS THE TIME! If you can't sleep out, please consider donating - here is the link for both;

http://give.spectrumvt.org/site/TR/Events/TeamRaiserWorkshop?team_id=1083&pg=team&fr_id=1040

PLEASE SHARE this email with YOUR PARENTS!! You have done an amazing job and we've currently raised over $2,700.00 for Spectrum Youth and Homelessness!! You have two more days, so try to do your best to get your final donations! Raise over $25 and get a hat! Here's some info. about Thursday that I want to share w/ you;

1) You can set up your tent before /or after school on Thursday in the front parking lot. I recommend doing it in the light. 

2) Be prepared to sleep out (warm socks, long underwear, fleece jackets, gloves/mittens, hat, warm sleeping bag, a sleep mat, tooth brush...)

3) If temperatures get below 32 degrees (give or take), we will have to move inside to the gymnasium to sleep. Current temps look good, although rain in the forecast. 

4) Our program starts at 7:00PM in the cafeteria. Please be here at school and ready! The agenda is below. We will have pizza (provided by our parent group BRAG) around 8ish, but make sure you eat a good, healthy dinner!

Thursday, March 31st

AGENDA

Parent(s)/Guardian(s) & Students can set their tent up

from 3:00 PM-7:00 PM on Thursday, March 31st.

7:00 PM Introduction to Event & Keynote Speaker Mark Redmond (Director of Spectrum)

7:15 PM Presentation by Mr. Martin

8:15 PM ACTIVITY

8:30 PM Pizza & Get Ready for Bed.

9:00 PM In tents, sleep, lights out at 9:30PM.

You will have access to school bathroom throughout the night.

6:45 AM Wake up call (Mr. Martin).

7:15 AM Bagels, OJ / Coffee in BRMS Cafeteria!!

Spring Time at BRMS

Dear Friends and Family,

I've decided to participate in Spectrum's Sleep Out and I hope you'll join me.

 

Why would I want to sleep outside overnight in the cold? Because I want struggling teens and young adults to know that I have their backs. That they can get help when they need it most. That they matter.

I hope you'll join me in making sure youth in Vermont have a place to go when they have nowhere else to turn. And if you can't join my team, I hope you can make a donation on my behalf. 

Thank you so much for all of your support and I look forward to seeing you at the Sleep Out!

Sincerely,

Gregory Martin

5th & 6th School Counselor

* Here's a link to our BRMS Sign Up AND Donation Web Page;

http://give.spectrumvt.org/site/TR/Events/TeamRaiserWorkshop?team_id=1083&pg=team&fr_id=1040

BRMS Book Fair Week at the Phoenix Books!

BRMS Outdoor Club

We will not meet this week, March 24.  The last day for Outdoor Club will be March 31 at Mills Riverside Park.

BRMS Student Sleep Out

Check out these two quick inspiring videos;

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9icfT71Zc8Q&list=PLH8g1FDxL_N1gUdy8x8qR9EkU50FIA3h3&index=8

http://www.spectrumvt.org/events/spectrum-student-sleep-out/

PLEASE GO to the website below TO JOIN US on 3/31 OR DONATE:

http://give.spectrumvt.org/site/TR/Events/TeamRaiserWorkshop?team_id=1083&pg=team&fr_id=1040

IT'S IN THE BAG:  Would you like to extend your Spectrum experience for the homeless?  Are you not able to sleep out, but would still like to help the homeless???

Both Price Chopper and Hannafords in Essex have agreed to provide reusable bags to those families interested in purchasing items of their choosing from the COTS wish list. Just mention you are participating in the COTS donation, IT'S IN THE BAG, for BRMS, and Hannafords or Price Chopper will provide you with a reusable bag in which you can place those donated items. Just send in the bag with your child to either Mr. Martin or Mrs. Stoner. On the night of the sleepout, COTS is visiting those participating to collect all the donations to share with those individuals in need. We will host this wish list on our school's website as well as provide a copy of this wish list at the customer service desk at both stores for contributing families.  

Any questions, please see Mr. Martin! Thanks for your support!!

Last Chance to Order a Yearbook

Yearbook Order Form

Order your 64-page softbound color yearbook featuring

photo memories of 2015-2016 BRMS school year

The Final Yearbook Sale due before or on April 15

Cost: Now $30.00

Please make checks payable to BRMS and put in a sealed envelope with student’s name, CPR Teacher and yearbook order written on the front. Turn your envelopes in to Mrs. Border in the Guidance Office before or on Friday, April 15.

You will receive a receipt for your order from Mrs. Border within a week.  If you don’t get your receipt, please contact her at diane.border@cesuvt.org to make sure your order has been placed.

Summer Camps

Vermont Youth Dancers is pleased to announce our summer dance camp programs for ages 6 through teens! Our programs bring community members together, and build the joy of dance combined with acting and storytelling, along with building skills in stage presence and choreography for older dancers. Camps are led by VYD Directors, alumni, and senior dancers.

We invite to join us during out 10th Anniversary this year as we celebrate dance in our community!

·         Snow White, June 20 24, at Mount Mansfield Union High School, 9:00 1:00 p.m., ages 8-11

·         Arabian Nights, Aladdins Last Wish, June 27 July 1, at MMU, 9:00 1:00, ages 11+

·         Shoemaker & the Elves, July 5 8, at Underhill ID School, 8:30 12:00, ages 6-9

·         Twelve Dancing Princesses, July 11 15, at Underhill ID School, 9:00 12:00, ages 6-9

·         Movement/Theatre Acting Skills for Dancers, July 5 8, at MMU, 9:00 1:00, Ages 10 + (or instructor approval)

·         Choreography Workshop, July 11 15, at MMU, 9:00 1:00, ages 12+ (or instructor approval)

Please email vermontyouthdancers@gmail.com for information and camp registration.

Report Cards Sent Home on March 18, 2016

The second trimester report cards will be sent home through mail.  Please contact us if you have not received your child's report card by Monday afternoon.

Check out these two quick inspiring videos;

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9icfT71Zc8Q&list=PLH8g1FDxL_N1gUdy8x8qR9EkU50FIA3h3&index=8

http://www.spectrumvt.org/events/spectrum-student-sleep-out/

NOW PLEASE GO to the website below TO JOIN US on 3/31 OR DONATE:

http://give.spectrumvt.org/site/TR/Events/TeamRaiserWorkshop?team_id=1083&pg=team&fr_id=1040

IT'S IN THE BAG:  Would you like to extend your Spectrum experience for the homeless?  Are you not able to sleep out, but would still like to help the homeless???

Both Price Chopper and Hannafords in Essex have agreed to provide reusable bags to those families interested in purchasing items of their choosing from the COTS wish list. Just mention you are participating in the COTS donation, IT'S IN THE BAG, for BRMS, and Hannafords or Price Chopper will provide you with a reusable bag in which you can place those donated items. Just send in the bag with your child to either Mr. Martin or Mrs. Stoner. On the night of the sleepout, COTS is visiting those participating to collect all the donations to share with those individuals in need. We will host this wish list on our school's website as well as provide a copy of this wish list at the customer service desk at both stores for contributing families.  

Any questions, please see Mr. Martin! Thanks for your support!!

BRMS Outdoor Club

We will not meet next week, March 24.  The last day for Outdoor Club will be March 31 at Mills Riverside Park.

Last Chance to Order a Yearbook

Yearbook Order Form

Order your 64-page softbound color yearbook featuring

photo memories of 2015-2016 BRMS school year

The Final Yearbook Sale due before or on April 15

Cost: Now $30.00

Please make checks payable to BRMS and put in a sealed envelope with student’s name, CPR Teacher and yearbook order written on the front. Turn your envelopes in to Mrs. Border in the Guidance Office before or on Friday, April 15.

You will receive a receipt for your order from Mrs. Border within a week.  If you don’t get your receipt, please contact her at diane.border@cesuvt.org to make sure your order has been placed.

BRMS Bookfair

Deborah Rawson Memorial Library News

Local showing of film about prescription drug addiction and recovery: On Monday, March 28 at 6:30 p.m. at The Deborah Rawson Memorial Library there will be a showing of The Hungry Heart -- Bess O'Brien's documentary film about prescription drug addiction and recovery in Vermont. It is seen through the backdrop of Vermont pediatrician, Fred Holmes' dedicated work with a variety of patients struggling with this disease. With unwavering respect, hope and accountability, Dr. Holmes' approach can heal. A short discussion will follow. Please contact Polly Connell at 899-2375 or Mary Hill at (802) 793-8277 with any questions.

Dance Junction Attire Swap

Dance Junction is hosting a dance attire swap on Saturday, April 2nd, 3:00-5:00 at the Jericho Community Center.  Bring gently used dance shoes, leotards, tights, and accessories--sizes toddler through adult.  Bring a friend from the dance community, and let's swap!

Performance by Vermont Youth Dancers 

Vermont Youth Dancers (VYD) will present Arabian Nights…Aladdin’s Last Wish at Mount Mansfield Union High School on Saturday, April 9, 2016 at 7:00 p.m., and on Sunday, April 10, 2016 at 1:30 p.m.  VYD follows Aladdin through the streets of Agrabah, as he hopes for a better life, and also Princess Jasmine, who longs to know what lies beyond the palace walls. Aladdin believes three wishes from the powerful Genie of the Lamp will bring him happiness, but the evil Jafar has other plans. VYD brings this time honored tale to life with exciting music, and a unique balance of electrifying hip-hop, and poignant lyrical choreography. 

VYD is a community dance company of area elementary, middle and high school students. This year’s cast of 45 includes dozens of local talented dancers from Jericho, Colchester, Underhill, Huntington, Hinesburg, Essex, and Fletcher, in an exhilarating large scale production. Tickets are available online for $7 (vyd-aladdin.eventbrite.com).  Any unsold tickets will be available at the door for $8. Call 802-448-0893 for more information.  

Summer Camps

MMU Girls Basketball Camp:  Basketball fundamentals, skill development and competition. All abilities are welcome. Please bring your own lunch and snacks. Space will be limited to the first 40 participants. Camp Director Marty Derda is the MMU Varsity Girls Basketball coach. He has experience at the Professional, College, AAU, and High School levels. Coach Derda was with the Vermont Frost Heaves for 3 years, Wheelock College in Boston and has been coach at MMU for the past 2 years.

• July 18-July 22
• 9AM to 3PM
• $125.00 per person
• Grades 4 through 12
• Make checks payable to MMU Girls Basketball.

At the The Bird's Nest 

Dance Camp:  Come join us for a fantastic summer of dance, movement and fun at The Bird’s Nest Dance Loft in Jericho!  Summer Dance Camp is for children ages 3-7 years. Camps are one week long, Monday-Friday, 9:00-12:00 noon.  Camps are taught by Elise Doner, a certified Vermont instructor.  Tuition is: $115.00.  Please email Elise Doner with any questions and to register for camp:  busyfeet4kids@gmail.com  Please mail completed registration form and tuition to:  Elise Doner, 178A VT Route 15, Jericho, VT 05465.

Doodle Bugs! (ages 3-5 years) July 18-22:  Come along with us, as we dance, sing, and wiggle to our favorite buggy tunes! Fluttering butterflies, dancing doodle bugs—we’ve got it all.  Children will enjoy a 1 hour dance and creative movement class, followed by story time, snack from home, and craft.  An informal Doodle Bug show will be given for families at the end of the week.

Butterfly Ballerinas (ages 5-7 years) July 25-29:  Come soar with us this summer, as we explore the basic elements of ballet, jazz, hip-hop, and creative movement. Children will help create their own butterfly ballet, combining storytelling and dance.  Children will enjoy a 1 hour dance class, followed by story time, snack from home, and craft.  An informal showcase of what we have been learning will be given for the families at the end of the week.

Vermont Climbing and Adventure School for Kids:  

Campers will rock climb, hike, kayak, and orienteer. Led by two educators, with years of experience working holistically with children. American Mountain Guide Association SPI certified. Equipment is provided. Fully Insured. Louise Limoge, MEd, WFR certified and Regina Limoge, WFA certified. 

Check out our website: vermontclimbingandadventure.com.

•  Date: July 11-15, 2016
• Time: 9AM to 4PM
• Ages: 9 - 13
• Cost:  $365 (This includes 5 full days and one overnight)
• Location: Jericho, VT 

Contact: Call 802-598-7832 or email, VCASclimb@gmail.com

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

Music Camp: Looking for a Music Camp to continue playing music with others this summer?  Want to continue learning and improving on your instrument?  Want to play jazz, compose, perform, do arts and crafts, etc...? The VYOA Music Day Camp (http://www.vyo.org/special-programs/music-day-camp/) is the perfect place to do this!  Join many BRMS students who attend annually . You need only one year playing experience to attend. Ms. Frank is a staff member who is joined by professionals and music educators from throughout Vermont. She has worked at the camp for 20+ years so email her for details (berta.frank@cesuvt.org) or contact the VYOA directly.

2016 DATES: June 20-25, Elley Long Music Center. Hurry to catch the March 21st early bird discount!

Vermont Jazz Camp: Check out the Vermont Jazz Camp for those of you who would like to GROOVE (musically speaking) this summer!  Its a great place to learn to improvise, have fun and play Jazz Music! The staff is a collection of some of the finest jazz musicians in the state/east coast. You need at least one year of playing experience to attend!

2016 DATES: July 11-15, Elley Long Music Center

From the BRMS Guidance Center

Check out the link below to read about 49 phrases to calm an anxious child:

http://blogs.psychcentral.com/stress-better/2016/03/49-phrases-to-calm-an-anxious-child/

Performance by Vermont Youth Dancers 

Vermont Youth Dancers (VYD) will present Arabian Nights…Aladdin’s Last Wish at Mount Mansfield Union High School on Saturday, April 9, 2016 at 7:00 p.m., and on Sunday, April 10, 2016 at 1:30 p.m.  VYD follows Aladdin through the streets of Agrabah, as he hopes for a better life, and also Princess Jasmine, who longs to know what lies beyond the palace walls. Aladdin believes three wishes from the powerful Genie of the Lamp will bring him happiness, but the evil Jafar has other plans. VYD brings this time honored tale to life with exciting music, and a unique balance of electrifying hip-hop, and poignant lyrical choreography. 

VYD is a community dance company of area elementary, middle and high school students. This year’s cast of 45 includes dozens of local talented dancers from Jericho, Colchester, Underhill, Huntington, Hinesburg, Essex, and Fletcher, in an exhilarating large scale production. Tickets are available online for $7 (vyd-aladdin.eventbrite.com).  Any unsold tickets will be available at the door for $8. Call 802-448-0893 for more information.  

Summer Camps

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

Music Camp: Looking for a Music Camp to continue playing music with others this summer?  Want to continue learning and improving on your instrument?  Want to play jazz, compose, perform, do arts and crafts, etc...? The VYOA Music Day Camp (http://www.vyo.org/special-programs/music-day-camp/) is the perfect place to do this!  Join many BRMS students who attend annually . You need only one year playing experience to attend. Ms. Frank is a staff member who is joined by professionals and music educators from throughout Vermont. She has worked at the camp for 20+ years so email her for details (berta.frank@cesuvt.org) or contact the VYOA directly.

2016 DATES: June 20-25 

Elley Long Music Center 

Hurry to catch the March 21st early bird discount!

Vermont Jazz Camp: Check out the Vermont Jazz Camp for those of you who would like to GROOVE (musically speaking) this summer!  Its a great place to learn to improvise, have fun and play Jazz Music! The staff is a collection of some of the finest jazz musicians in the state/east coast. You need at least one year of playing experience to attend!

2016 DATES: July 11-15 

Elley Long Music Center

CESU #12/MMMUSD  

2016-17 School Calendar

After surveying the community and faculty staff, and taking into consideration all of the feedback, the Chittenden East and Mt. Mansfield Modified School District approved the 2016-17 school calendar. The board considered a number of topics including timing and lengths of holiday vacations, teacher professional development and how to have the calendar best meet the needs of the community and follow the Vermont School Quality Standards.  We would like to thank all the parents, faculty and staff who provided feedback concerning our calendar. The survey information concerning the Wednesday late start professional development days showed that we can improve in our communication, but the majority of folks are in support of the Wednesday delayed starts.

Please follow this link for the calendar:

Math Night at BRMS

Do you ever think...... “Hmm, why does my child’s math look different than when I learned math?”

All parents of children grades K-8 please join us for our first annual district

Math Night

Tuesday March 22

Browns River Middle School

6 - 7:30 pm

Come discover some of the research on how children learn and how this translates into the teaching in our classrooms!  We will provide examples,  number talks, play math games, and show parents some of the fun exciting work we can do with children to strengthen their understanding of numeracy.

Sponsored by MMUSD’s professional development & instructional leadership team

Girls on the Run/Heart and Sole Registration

We still have a few slots open for Girls on Track/Heart and Sole program this year. It is the Girls on The Run program for middle school girls (5-6th). If you are interested please see the previous blog for all of the details for this program or contact me at tina.gallagher@cesuvt.org. I can give you the details.

Registration ends on March 14, 2016 so please hurry. We have some limited scholarship money available as well. Thanks.

~Tina Gallagher

Last Chance to Order a Yearbook

Yearbook Order Form

Order your 64-page softbound color yearbook featuring

photo memories of 2015-2016 BRMS school year

The Final Yearbook Sale due before or on April 15

Cost: Now $30.00

Please make checks payable to BRMS and put in a sealed envelope with student’s name, CPR Teacher and yearbook order written on the front. Turn your envelopes in to Mrs. Border in the Guidance Office before or on Friday, April 15.

You will receive a receipt for your order from Mrs. Border within a week.  If you don’t get your receipt, please contact her at diane.border@cesuvt.org to make sure your order has been placed.

BRMS Bookfair

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, March 14th, 5:00 – 6:00 PM

This will be a monthly group. Future dates and times will be determined by the group.

* There will be childcare available for those participating in the group.

Where: Browns River Middle School, Guidance Classroom, 20 River 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.

Little League 2016 Registration

Play Ball! For boys and girls ages 4-12. Register in person on March 15, 6-8PM at Jericho Elementary School or on March 16, 6-8PM at Browns River Middle School. Register online now through March 19 @ http://www.BrownsRiverLittleLeague.com For more information: http://www.facebook.com/BrownsRiverLL

Summer Camps

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 19th annual ALL NET Basketball camp, run by Mt. Mansfield Union High School’s Boys Varsity Coach Jeff Davis and Rice High School’s Boys Varsity Coach Paul Pecor will be held at Mt. Mansfield Union High School from June 20-June 24. The morning session, from 9am-12pm is for players entering grades 3-6, and the afternoon session from 1-4pm for grades 7-9. For more information, or to register, please go to: www.allnetbasketballcamp.com  We also run sessions at Rice High School. More information about those camps are also on the website.