• Friday 3/21: NO SCHOOL, parent teacher conferences

• Friday 3/28: Blue & Gold BPS Spirit Day!

• 4/21 - 4/25: Spring Break (no school)

Measles is a highly contagious respiratory virus that can be dangerous, especially for babies and young children. Measles is almost entirely preventable with vaccines. Two doses of MMR vaccine are about 97% effective at preventing measles; one dose is about 93% effective. There are currently two measles outbreaks in the United States. Measles is also common in some countries, so make sure you’re protected against measles, especially before traveling. If you are unsure about your child’s vaccination status, you can contact your primary care provider or your school nurse.

You can read more facts about measles here.

Please note that the opportunities/events listed below are not specifically endorsed or screened by school staff. As always, families should use their own standards and review processes to determine appropriate activities.

Workshop Description

Supporting Kids in Getting (And staying!) Organized, Thinking Ahead, and Problem Solving

on Thursday, March 27 at the Harwood UnionMiddle/High School Library 7 - 8

As parents, one of the most valuable skills we can teach our children is how to stay organized, think ahead, and solve problems independently. In this workshop, you'll learn practical strategies to help your kids keep track of their belongings, plan for the future, and approach challenges with confidence

Bio

Danielle graduated with her Masters in Speech-Language Pathology (M.S., CCC-SLP) in 2011 and has worked in a variety of settings over the last 13 years. Her current work is focused on teaching adults how to understand and prioritize the development of self-regulation as parents and/or professionals. She completed the VT- LEND fellowship in 2016. She is the owner/operator of Piece of Mind Therapy and Consulting, LLC and provides social communication consultation/evaluation services across the state of Vermont. She also co-owns VT AAC, LLC and with her colleague provides Augmentative and Alternative Communication Evaluations and Consultations for students with complex communication needs and professional development in the areas of AAC and Play/Literacy for school teams across the state.

Danielle also is the host of Coaching Youth For Life podcast and provides professional development offerings for school districts across the state of Vermont. She enjoys sharing her self-published book Max Learns to Pause with parents and professionals.

Join the Waterbury Planning Commission for a planWTB community workshop to share your ideas on the opportunities and challenges of living, working, and learning in Waterbury.

• Thurs, March 20 | 6-8PM | Virtual (Online) Meeting
• Sat, March 29 | 1-3PM | Brookside Primary School
• Wed, April 2 | 6-8PM | Grange Hall Cultural Center

What is planWTB?

planWTB is a community planning process designed to help Waterbury residents and stakeholders shape the future they want for the community.

Throughout 2025, the Waterbury Planning Commission will host a series of activities and events designed to gather broad public input about Waterbury, build a vision for our future, facilitate conversations and critical choices, and lead to a new community-driven Town Plan.

The Waterbury Town Plan serves as the framework for the future of Waterbury, especially with regard to the decisions that will guide growth and investments, as well as ensures the Town has a seat at the table during state regulatory proceedings.

Learn more about the process and timeline to update the Town Plan, opportunities to get involved, and more: https://sites.google.com/vnrc.org/planwtb/home

Registration is preferred but not required: https://sites.google.com/vnrc.org/planwtb/vision-plan/community-visioning-sessions?authuser=0

Questions? Contact: nleitner@waterburyvt.com

Maple Celebration at Inklings Children's Books

It's that time of year! Come and celebrate all things Maple at Inklings Children's Books. Starting at 10:30am with a reading of "What the Maple Tree Gives", followed by maple themed crafts, Inklings will honor one of Vermont's sweetest treats.

Children will have the chance to make samara (maple seed) dragonflies, decorate wooden maple leaves, and learn about the sugaring process!

FREE and Open to All

UVM String Quartet Visits Inklings Chidren's Books

Inklings is proud to host the UVM String Quartet on Saturday, April 5th at 10am!

Join us for a celebration of the power of music; beginning with a reading of PLAYING AT THE BORDER, followed by a performance from the UVM String Quartet!

FREE and Open to All

Spring is almost here and we are gearing up for a great baseball and softball season! All remaining Clyde Whittemore Little League registrations will close on April 1st so get your registrations in soon at www.clydewhittemorelittleleague.com! Space is still available in the following programs (registration is closed for any programs not listed):

T-ball (ages 4-5)

Farm League Baseball (ages 6-8)

Coach Pitch Softball (ages 6-8, girls only)

Minor League Baseball (ages 8-10)

Major League Baseball (ages 10-12)

Scholarships are available for those with financial need to ensure all kids are able to play regardless of ability to pay.

Please reach out to CWLL at cwllinfo@gmail.com with any questions or concerns regarding any of the programs listed.

• Friday 3/28: Blue & Gold BPS Spirit Day!

• 4/21 - 4/25: Spring Break (no school)

Website: https://bps.huusd.org/

Instagram: BrooksidePrimarySchool

Facebook: HUUSD

Phone: 802-244-7195

Location: 47 Stowe Street, Waterbury, VT