Newsletter #6
Newsletter
Friday, November 20, 2014
Serving the Lyme Community for over 100 years
Thanksgiving: a time to commit ourselves to being our Best One subject we spend a lot of time talking and thinking about at the Lyme School is our school values: Compassion, Responsibility, Integrity, Acceptance of Others, Fairness, Perseverance, Respect, Courage, and Individuality. Having the opportunities to demonstrate, practice and support one another to live by these values is one of the most important things we do. Thanksgiving is a holiday which we can use to renew our commitment each year to these values. For this reason Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays. Ok, yes, some of that appreciation is directed to the appreciation of turkey and stuffing, however food IS a legitimate thing we can be thankful for (not so much the food coma that follows).
"
So what else are we thankful for…..
the Lyme
School
Compassion Responsibility Integrity Acceptance Fairness Perseverance Respect Courage Individuality
My Mom and Dad because they made me; and our chickens because they are what got us to move to Lyme.
"
Having friends who are there for me when I need them most.
"
- Hazel, Grade 8
- Aiden, Grade 2 My Cat, because she likes to keep me company and is never upset with me.
"
- June, Grade 4
That I have a family who can help me with situations and my brother and sister.
"
- Garett, Grade 6
As for me I am thankful that each day in my work with students I get to be reminded of the potential of human beings to express basic human kindness, compassion and understanding.
Being able to see family members who I don’t get to see as much because they live far away.
My Dad because he is aways there for me and that I have a best friend.
- Kodiak, Grade 6
- Harlee, Grade 8
"
Spot Imagination and Knowledge
"
In recognition of Thanksgiving we asked noted Thanksgiving expert, Tomas Turkey, his thoughts about creativity and imagination. Interview follows:
Newsletter: Mr. Turkey, a lot is said about sticking to tradition - “coloring within the lines” so to speak. What is your thought about imagination and creativity versus following tradition?
"
Mr. Turkey: Imagination is much more exciting from my point of view, we have to shake things up and think outside the box. Take thanksgiving for example, sure you could go with the status quo, but I think nothing says Thanksgiving like TOFU. It is today’s white meat for those that are edgy and hip.
" " " " " "
Newsletter: Hmmm… tofu. Yeah I don’t know… Tofu tastes like… well tofu….
Mr. Turkey: Use your imagination, Man! It can taste like anything you want! Tradition is for chumps… And it has fewer calories…. just saying.
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6
• Volume: 9 • 2014-2015 SCHOOL YEAR
Newsletter: Can it taste like Turkey?
Mr. Turkey: You are hopeless…
Newsletter: Yes …Well…. thanks for your insights Mr. Turkey, enjoy the holiday with your family…
(Awkward silence)
Eat Tofu
The Plains School 1906 The
Laura Barnes School 1958
Lyme School
Page Two
Newsletter Thanksgiving Dinner
Again this year a number of Lyme families will be organizing a potluck Thanksgiving dinner at the Lyme Congregational Church. We invite members of the greater Lyme and Lyme Center community to share fellowship around the Thanksgiving dinner tables at 2pm on Thanksgiving Day, November 27th. All are welcome. If you'd like to join us, please contact Abbe Murphy at 795-2287 by Sunday, November 23rd so that we may know how many to expect. Please let us know if you would like to bring a special dish. Happy Thanksgiving!
"
Lyme Christmas Pageant reminders:
1. Last call for shepherds (grades 6-8) and heralds (usually 2nd, possibly 3rd grade)! Please sign up today!
2. If your child would like to be a Page (generally 3rd 5th graders) or a Cherub (generally 4, 5, and 6 year olds), please sign up by Thanksgiving Day (November 27th).
This Week: Lyme Historians visit the 2nd grade; Girl's on the Run in Concord
Week of
Breakfast is served at 7:45
Al a carte Fruit and Milk are available everyday
"
The Lyme Christmas Pageant, an annual community event since 1948, will be presented at the Lyme Congregational Church on:
Saturday December 13th at 7:30pm and
Sunday December 14th at 4:30pm.
(Open Dress Rehearsal is Friday December 12th at 7pm)
Monday
"
All in the Lyme town and church communities are invited to take part. You don’t need to be a member of one of the Lyme churches (or any church at all) to participate. Rehearsals are held at the Congregational Church. Have A Heart- Fill the Cart" Food Drive to benefit The Haven Food Shelf
November 24th-26th Sponsored by 4th grade
Please Bring Your Non-Perishable Food Items to Donate to the School Lobby.
Events for grades 6-9. Friday nights, generally one a month, (December excluded) from 6:30 to 8 pm. Price is $8 for members, $10 for non-members. Full description: http:// www.montshire.org/programs/detail/friday-nights-forteen-tinkerers
"
November 21: Clothing Deconstruct: Find the hidden shapes in items we wear every day. We’ll take clothes apart to see how we can construct new items of clothing. No sewing required!
January 23: Light Painting: We’ll take advantage of the early darkness to paint with light!
February 27: Stop Motion Animation: Use our iPads or bring your own and we’ll make our own unique stop motion films.
March 27: Chemistry of Color: Learn about and experiment with inks, dyes, and unique methods for changing the color of things.
Menus
11/24 to 11/26 • Week of 12/1 to 12/5
Tuesday
Wednesday!
HOT LUNCH: Chicken Fajitas, W/G Tortilla Refried Beans, F/F Sour Cream, Salsa, Mexican Rice Apple Sauce
HOT LUNCH: Penne Pasta with Bolognese Meat Sauce W/G Garlic Roll Peas & Carrots Apple Sauce
Sandwich Option: Veggie Burger
Sandwich Option: Ham & Cheese
"
HOT LUNCH: Lasagna Garlic Bread Garden Salad Green Bean Casserole Plums
HOT LUNCH: Chicken Burger w/ W/G Bun Oven Fries Fresh Cole Slaw Bartlett Pears
Sandwich Option: Italian Grinder
Sandwich Option: Egg Salad Wrap
"
HOT LUNCH: EARLY Grilled Cheese RELEASE Tomato Soup Carrots & Peas 12 noon Crackers Granny Smith Apple
"
Sandwich Option: Ham & Cheese
Thursday
Friday
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HAPPY THANKSGIVING
"
HOT LUNCH: Vegetarian Chili Crackers Fresh Fruit Cocktail
"
Sandwich Option: Chicken Salad HOT LUNCH: Ground Beef Stroganoff with W/W Noodles W/G Dinner Roll Peaches
"
Sandwich Option: Caesar Salad
NO SCHOOL
HOT LUNCH: Cheese or Chef ’s Choice Pizza Potato Salad Red Grapes
"
Sandwich Option: BLT on W/G Bread Hot Lunch Discrimination Statement: This explains what to do if you believe you have been treated unfairly. “In accordance with Federal law and US Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability. To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Ave., SW, Washington, DC 20250-9410 or call (800) 795-3272 or (202) 720-6382 (TTY). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.”
Friday, November 20, 2014
Serving the Lyme Community for over 100 years
Thanksgiving: a time to commit ourselves to being our Best One subject we spend a lot of time talking and thinking about at the Lyme School is our school values: Compassion, Responsibility, Integrity, Acceptance of Others, Fairness, Perseverance, Respect, Courage, and Individuality. Having the opportunities to demonstrate, practice and support one another to live by these values is one of the most important things we do. Thanksgiving is a holiday which we can use to renew our commitment each year to these values. For this reason Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays. Ok, yes, some of that appreciation is directed to the appreciation of turkey and stuffing, however food IS a legitimate thing we can be thankful for (not so much the food coma that follows).
"
So what else are we thankful for…..
the Lyme
School
Compassion Responsibility Integrity Acceptance Fairness Perseverance Respect Courage Individuality
My Mom and Dad because they made me; and our chickens because they are what got us to move to Lyme.
"
Having friends who are there for me when I need them most.
"
- Hazel, Grade 8
- Aiden, Grade 2 My Cat, because she likes to keep me company and is never upset with me.
"
- June, Grade 4
That I have a family who can help me with situations and my brother and sister.
"
- Garett, Grade 6
As for me I am thankful that each day in my work with students I get to be reminded of the potential of human beings to express basic human kindness, compassion and understanding.
Being able to see family members who I don’t get to see as much because they live far away.
My Dad because he is aways there for me and that I have a best friend.
- Kodiak, Grade 6
- Harlee, Grade 8
"
Spot Imagination and Knowledge
"
In recognition of Thanksgiving we asked noted Thanksgiving expert, Tomas Turkey, his thoughts about creativity and imagination. Interview follows:
Newsletter: Mr. Turkey, a lot is said about sticking to tradition - “coloring within the lines” so to speak. What is your thought about imagination and creativity versus following tradition?
"
Mr. Turkey: Imagination is much more exciting from my point of view, we have to shake things up and think outside the box. Take thanksgiving for example, sure you could go with the status quo, but I think nothing says Thanksgiving like TOFU. It is today’s white meat for those that are edgy and hip.
" " " " " "
Newsletter: Hmmm… tofu. Yeah I don’t know… Tofu tastes like… well tofu….
Mr. Turkey: Use your imagination, Man! It can taste like anything you want! Tradition is for chumps… And it has fewer calories…. just saying.
#
6
• Volume: 9 • 2014-2015 SCHOOL YEAR
Newsletter: Can it taste like Turkey?
Mr. Turkey: You are hopeless…
Newsletter: Yes …Well…. thanks for your insights Mr. Turkey, enjoy the holiday with your family…
(Awkward silence)
Eat Tofu
The Plains School 1906 The
Laura Barnes School 1958
Lyme School
Page Two
Newsletter Thanksgiving Dinner
Again this year a number of Lyme families will be organizing a potluck Thanksgiving dinner at the Lyme Congregational Church. We invite members of the greater Lyme and Lyme Center community to share fellowship around the Thanksgiving dinner tables at 2pm on Thanksgiving Day, November 27th. All are welcome. If you'd like to join us, please contact Abbe Murphy at 795-2287 by Sunday, November 23rd so that we may know how many to expect. Please let us know if you would like to bring a special dish. Happy Thanksgiving!
"
Lyme Christmas Pageant reminders:
1. Last call for shepherds (grades 6-8) and heralds (usually 2nd, possibly 3rd grade)! Please sign up today!
2. If your child would like to be a Page (generally 3rd 5th graders) or a Cherub (generally 4, 5, and 6 year olds), please sign up by Thanksgiving Day (November 27th).
This Week: Lyme Historians visit the 2nd grade; Girl's on the Run in Concord
Week of
Breakfast is served at 7:45
Al a carte Fruit and Milk are available everyday
"
The Lyme Christmas Pageant, an annual community event since 1948, will be presented at the Lyme Congregational Church on:
Saturday December 13th at 7:30pm and
Sunday December 14th at 4:30pm.
(Open Dress Rehearsal is Friday December 12th at 7pm)
Monday
"
All in the Lyme town and church communities are invited to take part. You don’t need to be a member of one of the Lyme churches (or any church at all) to participate. Rehearsals are held at the Congregational Church. Have A Heart- Fill the Cart" Food Drive to benefit The Haven Food Shelf
November 24th-26th Sponsored by 4th grade
Please Bring Your Non-Perishable Food Items to Donate to the School Lobby.
Events for grades 6-9. Friday nights, generally one a month, (December excluded) from 6:30 to 8 pm. Price is $8 for members, $10 for non-members. Full description: http:// www.montshire.org/programs/detail/friday-nights-forteen-tinkerers
"
November 21: Clothing Deconstruct: Find the hidden shapes in items we wear every day. We’ll take clothes apart to see how we can construct new items of clothing. No sewing required!
January 23: Light Painting: We’ll take advantage of the early darkness to paint with light!
February 27: Stop Motion Animation: Use our iPads or bring your own and we’ll make our own unique stop motion films.
March 27: Chemistry of Color: Learn about and experiment with inks, dyes, and unique methods for changing the color of things.
Menus
11/24 to 11/26 • Week of 12/1 to 12/5
Tuesday
Wednesday!
HOT LUNCH: Chicken Fajitas, W/G Tortilla Refried Beans, F/F Sour Cream, Salsa, Mexican Rice Apple Sauce
HOT LUNCH: Penne Pasta with Bolognese Meat Sauce W/G Garlic Roll Peas & Carrots Apple Sauce
Sandwich Option: Veggie Burger
Sandwich Option: Ham & Cheese
"
HOT LUNCH: Lasagna Garlic Bread Garden Salad Green Bean Casserole Plums
HOT LUNCH: Chicken Burger w/ W/G Bun Oven Fries Fresh Cole Slaw Bartlett Pears
Sandwich Option: Italian Grinder
Sandwich Option: Egg Salad Wrap
"
HOT LUNCH: EARLY Grilled Cheese RELEASE Tomato Soup Carrots & Peas 12 noon Crackers Granny Smith Apple
"
Sandwich Option: Ham & Cheese
Thursday
Friday
"
"" ""
HAPPY THANKSGIVING
"
HOT LUNCH: Vegetarian Chili Crackers Fresh Fruit Cocktail
"
Sandwich Option: Chicken Salad HOT LUNCH: Ground Beef Stroganoff with W/W Noodles W/G Dinner Roll Peaches
"
Sandwich Option: Caesar Salad
NO SCHOOL
HOT LUNCH: Cheese or Chef ’s Choice Pizza Potato Salad Red Grapes
"
Sandwich Option: BLT on W/G Bread Hot Lunch Discrimination Statement: This explains what to do if you believe you have been treated unfairly. “In accordance with Federal law and US Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability. To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Ave., SW, Washington, DC 20250-9410 or call (800) 795-3272 or (202) 720-6382 (TTY). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.”
