Friday, December 14, 2018
Dear Families,
Last night was our annual winter performance. As always, we had a fantastic turn out to support our community. The students did an amazing job singing and showcasing all the hard work that goes into making the performance a success. A huge thank you to Sara Poland, our music teacher. Sara chooses all the songs, teaches them to the students, creates movement to go with the songs, and makes sure that the event goes off without a hitch. A huge thank you also to Barb Crandall, our art teacher. Barb works with students to create the banners and art work that compliment the program. This annual performance is always such a special event, and a great way for our community to come together during these cold winter months.
This year was our first year offering nursery care for children under 5 during the performance. Elizabeth PArris, one of our school nurses, worked with our PTO and WMHS students to create this opportunity. The nursery had 25 children in it, which allowed their families to focus on the performance. A huge thank you to all involved who made this happen.
On December 20th, Old Spokes Home will be giving free bikes to students 3-8 years old. There is a registration paper attached to this letter. You can fill out the paper and send it back to school, call Old Spokes, or go online and register. Students that are registered will go to the Sustainability Academy on December 20th at 5:30pm and will get a free bike! When you fill out the paperwork, it asks if your student qualifies for free or reduced lunch. All students at JFK qualify for free lunch. If your student gets a bike, and needs a helmet please let our guidance counselors know; Grace Holcomb for Kindergarten – 2nd grade, and Sarah Murphy for 3rd – 5th grade.
Next week is a full week of school, with Wednesday being an early release. The Vermont Foodbank will be at school on Friday the 21st.
Have a great weekend!
Sara Raabe
JFK Principal
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Upcoming Important Dates:
Wednesday, December 19th: Early Dismissal at 12:15 with activities
Monday, December 24th – Wednesday, January 2nd: No School
Thursday, January 3rd: Students return to school
Wednesday, January 9th: Early Dismissal at 12:15 with activities
Monday, January 21st: No School
