DORSET NEWS NETWORK
a publication of The Dorset School
130 School Drive – Dorset, Vermont 05251
Telephone: 802-362-2606
www.dorsetschool.org
Principal: Mr. James Merryman
“WORKING TODAY FOR TOMORROW” June 2, 2010
From the Principal’s Corner
Working Today for Tomorrow Awards – The following will receive a “Working Today for Tomorrow” award certificate as well as their choice of a book, poster or puzzle. Keep up the good work!
. Simeon Iglinski and Bjorn Boutin – for posing as the Ram mascot in eighth grade pictures.
. Scott McGowan – for helping his classmates learn a new program in Computer class.
. Colby Leary and Owen King – for helping other students in their Third Grade classroom.
. Kendra Beavin – for always being willing to help her peers in the classroom.
Eighth Grade Graduation – Eighth grade graduation is set for Tuesday, June 8th, at 5:30 p.m.
Smokey House – 7S is currently participating in their study at Smokey House. Their presentation will take place the afternoon of Friday, June 4th.
Last Day of School – The last day of school will be Thursday, June 10th. As always, we will hold our “end of the year” picnic (hotdogs and hamburgers). It will be an early dismissal day at 12:30 p.m.
Summer School – Summer school letters are presently being sent home. If you believe your child would benefit by attending summer school, please get in touch with me.
Library – Library books are not permitted to be signed out of school from this point until the new school. Students will be receiving a list of the books they have due. If you have any outstanding books, please return them. If you cannot find them, please check with Mrs. Tate and pay the lost fee. If at a later time you find the book, you will receive a refund. Anyone who owes books or payments to the Library at the end of the school year will not receive their report
card until the situation is settled. I would like to thank everyone ahead of time for your cooperation in this matter!
Arriving on Time – At present, tardy arrivals seem to be increasing. Please make every effort to arrive at school before 8:10 a.m. In this manner, you will insure a timely arrival. Thank you for your cooperation in this area. I greatly appreciate it!
Emergency Closings – Closings will be announced on the major television stations. The AlertNow system will automatically give you a call as well. You can also call the school if there is a question about school being open. The answering machine will announce the closing if it is in effect.
First Day of 2010-2011 School Year – The first day of school will be Wednesday, August 25th. Calendars will be sent home with report cards on the last day of school.
Joke – What made the pianist so great? He always used his key players!
Joke – What pet makes the loudest noise? A trumpet!
Keep smiling!
James Merryman
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Annual Fishing Derby
The Manchester Ranger District of the Green Mountain National Forest, in partnership with Trout Unlimited, is hosting its 20th Annual Youth Fishing Derby at Hapgood Pond Campground in Peru on Saturday, June 12, 2010. The derby will be held rain or shine! Registration will begin at 8:30 AM, with fishing from 9:00 to 11:00. The festivities will continue until about noon. Our youth fishing day is held in conjunction with National Fishing Week, and June 12 is Free Fishing Day in Vermont!
Area youth, ages 12 and under, accompanied by an adult, are invited to join in the fun. Contests will be held for longest fish and most fish caught by age group. We are hoping to have a raffle gift and a certificate of participation for each angler.
Donations and volunteer help are being provided by many organizations and members of our community. Grab your rod and come to Hapgood Pond to enjoy fishing on your National Forest. Questions may be directed to the Manchester Ranger Station at 362-2307.
Any questions, call Bob Bayer of the Forest Service at 362-2307 ext. 218
The Dorset Exchange (owned by Stephanie Breed and Diane Hollingshead) has opened a DPV account at their wonderful Dorset consignment shop. When you are dropping off items for re-sale, please consider earmarking a part or all of your consignments for the support of DPV programs. Thanks!
SPRING CONCERT DETAILS
Dear Dorset School Parents and Students,
Our first Virtual Spring Concert is online and can be viewed at:
http://sites.google.com/site/2010springconcert/
For those who requested a DVD of the concert, it will be a few weeks until I
have them all reproduced. Thank you. Enjoy!
Kenny Cifone
Summer Camp Offerings:
Burr and Burton Summer 2010 Camps
From field hockey to photoshop, ceramics to softball, tennis to techsploration, dance to lacrosse… The Burr and Burton Summer Camps have it all !! For information and to register today, check out our website at www.bbacamps.ticketjunior.com.
Camp Fun in the Sun
WHO: kids entering kindergarten to 3rd grade
WHAT: summer camp with a variety of activities!
WHEN: July 20-24, 2010
9 am to 4 pm (hours can be flexible)
WHERE: 1474 Route 7A, East Dorset
COST: $160
Just a few activities we’ll be doing: playing games outside, tie-dyeing clothes, having mock Olympics, going for a nature walk, arts and crafts, and much more! Snacks will be provided, but lunch will need to be brought.
To sign up or for more information, contact:
Jessica Antonez (802-362-2508, debantonez@comcast.net)
Samantha Labate (802-824-4112, mjlabate@comcast.net)
PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS for all ages and abilities will once again be offered this summer at the Lawrence School for Young Children in East Dorset. The scheduling of each one-on-one lesson is extremely flexible to fit your needs. The fee is $25/lesson; Michaela Lewis will once again be the instructor. Please call Cathy Lawrence at 362-1992 for more information.
Save the Date
The 2010-2011 Refuse to Use Kick Off is scheduled for Sunday, September 19, 2010 from 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m., in the gymnasium at Manchester Elementary/Middle School. This is a required event for students wishing to participate in Refuse to Use. Students must attend with a parent/guardian or caring adult. For information on the Refuse to Use Program go to www.thecollaborative.us.
CALENDAR OF UPCOMING EVENTS
Monday, May 24th to
Friday, June 4th - 7S – Field Program at Smokey House Center
Wednesday, June 2nd to
Friday, June 4th - 8th Grade Class Trip to Boston
Friday, June 4th - FIELD DAY (Grades K-3) – RAIN OR SHINE
Monday, June 7th - FIELD DAY (Grades 4-7)
Tuesday, June 8th - 8th Grade Graduation – 5:30 PM
Wednesday, June 9th - RAIN DATE: FIELD DAY (Grades 4-7)
Thursday, June 10th - LAST DAY OF SCHOOL
Dismissal at 12:30 PM