Newsletter #7 - The Lyme School
Newsletter
Thursday, Friday, November November22, 17,2014 2016
Serving the Lyme Community for over 100 years
Conferences = Communication = Understanding = Progress
Spot
the Lyme
School
This is a very busy week for all of us, parents jumping from Imagination and Knowledge conference to conference, arranging play dates, kids making after school plans and adjusting to a new routine, and teachers gathering information, reviewing work and meeting with one family after the other. As busy as it is, and as much of a disruption to our routines, it is likely one of the most important times of the year. The opportunity to stop and reflect on our students and our children. Conferences provide us the ability to communicate directly with opportunities to ask questions, provide clarification and convey information which could never be encapsulated by a number on a piece of paper. We can share what they are succeeding at and what they struggle with, over all the dimensions of their being — physical, social, emotional, and, yes, intellectual or academic. Through these conversations we can get a better Kindergarten has always sense of what we (home/school) can do to support them in their progress. been the source of It is an important time - even if the conversation is difficult - because it philosophical inspiration, means we are communicating and gaining a better understanding not only this week the K-Kids of the child we are focussed on, but, each other as well. In those rare cases provided us perspective of when there is disagreement, it can still be beneficial, as this would suggest that which is important. that more time is necessary to understand each other, and we have the For Alex, Jay and Mason commitment to make the time, if for no other reason that we share the same it came down to their goal, the well being of your child/our child. school, their family and I would like to thank all of you, parents and teachers for making this people. Perfect. The work from the entire possible, and also to the Converse Free Library and Lyme Congregational Church, classes will be displayed at the Latham House for hosting events in the afternoons for our students and our families, to ease the Tavern (Dowd’s Inn) if you seek clarity in life. I disruption to the after school routines. (Yea, REV. AMY and JUDY!!) It takes a am thankful for kindergarteners. village and we certainly can appreciate that we enjoy just such a community here. I am thankful to be able to work with you all. Thank you Barilla for supporting such a great person in pursuit of her dream!!
Look Who Stopped By
I had planned just to give a shout out to Mikaela Shiffrin, for no other reason than she is the proud owner of a reindeer ( oh, and a world cup win in Finland). Then, much to my surprise, she and her mom, Eileen (a superstar Mom in her own right) popped in to visit after flying back from Helsinki. What a nice surprise! It was great to catch up, and reminisce about things— her old house, the routes they used to run, afternoons in the library and more recently her unabiding love of Barilla Pasta (please note sponsor placement). It was great to hear how much these memories meant to her. I must say that while Mikaela may be best known for her skill as a skier, I think anyone who spends time with her or her brother, Taylor, would remember them from that point on for what poised, humble and kind people they are. And while the world celebrates her for her accomplishments in a ski race, her teachers, classmates and I will remember her for what she contributes to the human race— kindness, humility, intellect, compassion for others, a level of grace and poise that left an indelible impression on those that knew her. It was really great to see Mikaela, not for the obvious reason that she owns a reindeer (how cool is that), but the reminder that she, like many around us, will make the difference in the world by simply being good people. I am thankful to have been given such a clear and tangible example of this fact in such an unexpected way and be reminded that, while some things change, others persist. Kindness, gratitude, and concern for others wins (a reindeer may not be part of this win, but humanity certainly is). Keep it up Mikaela (on the ski slope too)!!
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• Volume:11 • 2016-2017 SCHOOL YEAR
The Plains School 1906 The
Laura Barnes School 1958
Lyme School
Page Two
Newsletter
BeWell .
Enjoy !
Happy Thanksgiving Week of
Menus 11/21 to 11/23 • Week of 11/28 to 12/2 Al a carte Fruit and Milk are available everyday
Have A Heart Fill The Cart November 21st-23rd
Monday
Food collection for the Haven
Option: BYO Salad
Mathaletes Wanted: Enrollment is now open though December 15th for the Kangaroo Math competition hosted at Crossroads Academy on March 16th at 5 pm. Kangaroo Math is an international mathematical competition established in 1991 with over 50 participating countries. There are twelve levels of participation, ranging from grade 1 to grade 12. This is an individual competition and you do not need to be on a school team to participate. For more information, go to mathkangaroo.org I am happy to answer questions for any interested parents. Abby [email protected]
Tuesday
On the common all welcome
(snow is unlikely 😢 ) Contact me at: [email protected] Phone: 795-2125 or just stop by.
Local
Early Release at 12:30 ! Baked Naan Pizza Salad Bar Veggie Chips Echo Farm Pudding Sandwich Option: Egg Salad
Thursday
Local
NO SCHOOL
HOT LUNCH: Local Beef Cheese Burgers Tater Tots Broccoli au Gratin Fresh Fruit or Juice Option: BYO Salad
Local
HOT LUNCH: Cheese or Chef ’s Choice Pizza Salad Bar Chocolate Chip Granola 100% Fruit Juice or Fresh Fruit Sandwich Option: Grilled Cheese HOT LUNCH: Grilled Ham & Cheese, WG Bread Tater Tots Sweet Peas SaladBar Fresh Fruit Option: Egg Salad
10 am Thanksgiving day
Kids, Cousins and Parents all play
HOT LUNCH: Local Chicken Fajitas, WG Tortillas Fresh Pico di GalloRed Beans & Rice Fresh Fruit
HOT LUNCH:
Wednesday
HOT LUNCH: Fettuccini Alfredo w/Grilled Local Chicken Garlic Bread Carrots & Parsnips Fresh Fruit
Local Option: BYO Salad
Option: BYO Salad
12:30 Release on Wednesday
LYME Turkey Bowl 2016
HOT LUNCH: Local Beef & Pork Bolognese w/Penne Pasta Grilled Rosemary Focaccia Bread Roasted Root Vegetables Fruit
Friday
NO SCHOOL
HOT LUNCH: Local Beef Sloppy Joes WG Bun Mashed Potatoes Corn Salad Bar Fruit Option: Egg Salad
Local
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.”
Thursday, Friday, November November22, 17,2014 2016
Serving the Lyme Community for over 100 years
Conferences = Communication = Understanding = Progress
Spot
the Lyme
School
This is a very busy week for all of us, parents jumping from Imagination and Knowledge conference to conference, arranging play dates, kids making after school plans and adjusting to a new routine, and teachers gathering information, reviewing work and meeting with one family after the other. As busy as it is, and as much of a disruption to our routines, it is likely one of the most important times of the year. The opportunity to stop and reflect on our students and our children. Conferences provide us the ability to communicate directly with opportunities to ask questions, provide clarification and convey information which could never be encapsulated by a number on a piece of paper. We can share what they are succeeding at and what they struggle with, over all the dimensions of their being — physical, social, emotional, and, yes, intellectual or academic. Through these conversations we can get a better Kindergarten has always sense of what we (home/school) can do to support them in their progress. been the source of It is an important time - even if the conversation is difficult - because it philosophical inspiration, means we are communicating and gaining a better understanding not only this week the K-Kids of the child we are focussed on, but, each other as well. In those rare cases provided us perspective of when there is disagreement, it can still be beneficial, as this would suggest that which is important. that more time is necessary to understand each other, and we have the For Alex, Jay and Mason commitment to make the time, if for no other reason that we share the same it came down to their goal, the well being of your child/our child. school, their family and I would like to thank all of you, parents and teachers for making this people. Perfect. The work from the entire possible, and also to the Converse Free Library and Lyme Congregational Church, classes will be displayed at the Latham House for hosting events in the afternoons for our students and our families, to ease the Tavern (Dowd’s Inn) if you seek clarity in life. I disruption to the after school routines. (Yea, REV. AMY and JUDY!!) It takes a am thankful for kindergarteners. village and we certainly can appreciate that we enjoy just such a community here. I am thankful to be able to work with you all. Thank you Barilla for supporting such a great person in pursuit of her dream!!
Look Who Stopped By
I had planned just to give a shout out to Mikaela Shiffrin, for no other reason than she is the proud owner of a reindeer ( oh, and a world cup win in Finland). Then, much to my surprise, she and her mom, Eileen (a superstar Mom in her own right) popped in to visit after flying back from Helsinki. What a nice surprise! It was great to catch up, and reminisce about things— her old house, the routes they used to run, afternoons in the library and more recently her unabiding love of Barilla Pasta (please note sponsor placement). It was great to hear how much these memories meant to her. I must say that while Mikaela may be best known for her skill as a skier, I think anyone who spends time with her or her brother, Taylor, would remember them from that point on for what poised, humble and kind people they are. And while the world celebrates her for her accomplishments in a ski race, her teachers, classmates and I will remember her for what she contributes to the human race— kindness, humility, intellect, compassion for others, a level of grace and poise that left an indelible impression on those that knew her. It was really great to see Mikaela, not for the obvious reason that she owns a reindeer (how cool is that), but the reminder that she, like many around us, will make the difference in the world by simply being good people. I am thankful to have been given such a clear and tangible example of this fact in such an unexpected way and be reminded that, while some things change, others persist. Kindness, gratitude, and concern for others wins (a reindeer may not be part of this win, but humanity certainly is). Keep it up Mikaela (on the ski slope too)!!
#
7
• Volume:11 • 2016-2017 SCHOOL YEAR
The Plains School 1906 The
Laura Barnes School 1958
Lyme School
Page Two
Newsletter
BeWell .
Enjoy !
Happy Thanksgiving Week of
Menus 11/21 to 11/23 • Week of 11/28 to 12/2 Al a carte Fruit and Milk are available everyday
Have A Heart Fill The Cart November 21st-23rd
Monday
Food collection for the Haven
Option: BYO Salad
Mathaletes Wanted: Enrollment is now open though December 15th for the Kangaroo Math competition hosted at Crossroads Academy on March 16th at 5 pm. Kangaroo Math is an international mathematical competition established in 1991 with over 50 participating countries. There are twelve levels of participation, ranging from grade 1 to grade 12. This is an individual competition and you do not need to be on a school team to participate. For more information, go to mathkangaroo.org I am happy to answer questions for any interested parents. Abby [email protected]
Tuesday
On the common all welcome
(snow is unlikely 😢 ) Contact me at: [email protected] Phone: 795-2125 or just stop by.
Local
Early Release at 12:30 ! Baked Naan Pizza Salad Bar Veggie Chips Echo Farm Pudding Sandwich Option: Egg Salad
Thursday
Local
NO SCHOOL
HOT LUNCH: Local Beef Cheese Burgers Tater Tots Broccoli au Gratin Fresh Fruit or Juice Option: BYO Salad
Local
HOT LUNCH: Cheese or Chef ’s Choice Pizza Salad Bar Chocolate Chip Granola 100% Fruit Juice or Fresh Fruit Sandwich Option: Grilled Cheese HOT LUNCH: Grilled Ham & Cheese, WG Bread Tater Tots Sweet Peas SaladBar Fresh Fruit Option: Egg Salad
10 am Thanksgiving day
Kids, Cousins and Parents all play
HOT LUNCH: Local Chicken Fajitas, WG Tortillas Fresh Pico di GalloRed Beans & Rice Fresh Fruit
HOT LUNCH:
Wednesday
HOT LUNCH: Fettuccini Alfredo w/Grilled Local Chicken Garlic Bread Carrots & Parsnips Fresh Fruit
Local Option: BYO Salad
Option: BYO Salad
12:30 Release on Wednesday
LYME Turkey Bowl 2016
HOT LUNCH: Local Beef & Pork Bolognese w/Penne Pasta Grilled Rosemary Focaccia Bread Roasted Root Vegetables Fruit
Friday
NO SCHOOL
HOT LUNCH: Local Beef Sloppy Joes WG Bun Mashed Potatoes Corn Salad Bar Fruit Option: Egg Salad
Local
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.”
