The Pulse of the Pride

Lyme School Friends,

We have had a great two weeks and we all have been spoiled with the beautiful weather!

After hosting the NH Primary for the community and parent/guardian information night last week, this week we had our school picture day and middle school hike. Our students continue to be in good spirits and the feeling in the building is that we have had a strong and successful start to the school year! Just this morning, we had our all school meeting with several important student and staff announcements as well as some fun together! These meetings are the highlight of the week for me.

Please don't forget to log-in to ALMA and complete your registration for this year. This is required for all returning families.

As we move to the conclusion of September, we know the weather will start to get cooler. Please remember that students will start to need layers for the morning. Although we are nowhere near ready for snow, a light jacket or sweatshirt will definitely be useful for the coming cooler weather.

The week of September 30th will be an exciting week for our school. We will have our Artist in Residence program happening and more information is below. We will also have our Open House on October 3rd, so you will get to see our student work and see the artist-in-residence at Open House.

Have a fantastic weekend! Thanks for reading!

Regards,

John P. D'Entremont, Principal

Dates:

September 20th - Middle School Activity Night Tonight 7 PM to 8:30 PM

September 30th - October 4th - Artist in Residence Program

October 3rd - Open House & Celebration of Learning

October 14th - No School

October 11th - Blisters for Books

October 18th - Lion's Cup

This serves as notice to families of policy JRA just passed by the School Board. Please notify jdentremont@lymeschool.org in writing by October 4th if you would not like any or particular directory information released disclosed. Otherwise, the school will release information to the PTO in order to print the directory.

In subsequent school years, you will receive notice of this policy at the beginning of the school year.

Our lunch prices are:

Regular Lunch: $4.25

Large/Adult Lunch: $5.25

A La Carte Menu Items: $1.00

Milk $.65

It was nice to connect with the parents who came out to meet Miss Markwood and I at the Parents Night on September 12th. We enjoyed hearing what your kids thought of the new lunch program, and we have had a lot of encouraging feedback so far. If you would like to contact me regarding the school lunch program, please feel free to send me an email at ddindo@lymeschool.org. Everyone has been so welcoming and has made the beginning of our first school year here a great experience!

Friendly reminder to families that would like to apply for free/reduced lunch.

All are encouraged to apply. Applications are due by 10/4/24.

Open House - 10/3/24

Open House is an opportunity to visit the school with your students. Your students will show you their spaces and tour you around the building. You will also get an opportunity to say hello to teachers. We look forward to seeing you there!

We do these events at different time slots because we know that it is hard for families to get to school. It is our hope that families can make at least one by staggering the times a bit.

We do collect photos for our newsletter as well as the yearbook. If you have a photo from a school event such as the first day of school, please feel free to send to aperry@lymeschool.org or jdentremont@lymeschool.org. We have a place to store these electronically for those that work on these important celebrations! Thank You!

Hello Lyme School families,

Four Winds is a Nature education program that provides training and materials to teach five hands-on science lessons to K-4 students at the Lyme School. Volunteers teach lessons in pairs, and the teacher is always in the room to provide support. In the past we have examined skulls, dissected owl pellets, caught frogs in a local pond, and discovered macroinvertebrates in Grant Brook. If any of these activities spark your curiosity and enthusiasm, we would love to have you on board!

As a current and past volunteer, I would be happy to answer any questions you have about the program. Trish Gautreau, 3rd grade teacher, has been involved in the past and is also a good resource. If you are interested in signing up or attending the first session to see what it is all about, please email me at aflower80@gmail.com.

Our first training will be 9-11 on Monday, September 23rd.

Thanks!

Adrienne Flower (mom of 3rd and 6th grade Lyme students)

In JUST TWO WEEKS…. Our Artist will be in RESIDENCE!

I want to take a moment to introduce Jay Ryan and his work:

Jay Ryan is a screenprinter and illustrator who lives near Chicago and has been making concert posters and other prints since 1995. He's worked for hundreds of bands and is known for his hand-drawn typography, concerned mammals and gravitationally challenged furniture. Jay makes his own work at his printshop, called The Bird Machine. The best parts of his posters have been collected in three volumes, published by Akashic Books. Jay also paints murals and travels the country to lecture and work with students at universities and high schools. Jay lives in Evanston, Illinois with his wife, childrens' book illustrator Diana Sudyka, and their eighth-grade daughter. They spend a lot of time on bikes and in the woods.

We will kick off Monday morning (9/30) and work throughout the week.

With much appreciation to all who make these opportunities possible,

Ms. G

September 15th-October 15th is Hispanic Heritage Month!

We have been exploring music by Tito Puente, Gloria Estefan, José Feliciano, and more!

Spotify and Apple Music have a lot of great playlists to celebrate the month- happy exploring!

Tomorrow is the 21st of September! If you have time, please enjoy this Earth, Wind, and Fire classic:

September

Overview: Our design lab has been buzzing with creativity as students tackle different bridge-building challenges Using materials like sticks, marshmallows, wooden blocks, and the innovative Da Vinci bridge design, teams have been experimenting with various techniques and structures.

Materials Used:

• Sticks and Marshmallows: These materials have encouraged students to think about tension and compression while allowing for quick prototyping.
• Wooden Blocks: Used for stability, these blocks have helped in creating more solid foundations and have tested the limits of load-bearing capabilities.
• Da Vinci Bridge Design: Inspired by Leonardo da Vinci’s self-supporting bridge, this design has provided a unique approach to structural integrity, with students exploring its effectiveness and adaptability.

Progress Highlights:

1. Creativity in Design: Teams have come up with innovative bridge designs, emphasizing aesthetics and functionality. Some have even incorporated decorative elements!
2. Testing Phase: Students have begun testing their bridges for strength and stability. Preliminary results show that bridges utilizing the Da Vinci design have performed exceptionally well under load.
3. Collaboration: The collaborative environment has fostered teamwork, with students sharing ideas and strategies, learning from both successes and failures.

Conclusion:

The bridge-building challenges have been fun and effective learning experiences to start the school year, highlighting the principles of engineering and teamwork. We’re off to a great start this year in the Design Lab!

Hello K-5 Lyme Families!

Hope you had a fantastic week!

During our scheduled Stanton Time starting the week of October 14 and wrapping up Monday, October 28th, educators from Upper Valley Wise will be working with students K-5 to help develop protective skills, empathy, and safety through research-based and state and nationally-supported health curriculum. I will also be present and join in during these lessons.

Our WISE educators will be meeting with each class twice during this program. We have a wonderful, long-standing relationship with WISE and really enjoy their time with our students!

Please see the attached folder for the program introductory letter and program/lesson outlines that will be discussed with students by our Wise Prevention and Education Team. This also includes student take-home sheets by grade.

We are looking forward once again to collaborating and learning with this fantastic community resource! Please get in touch if you have any questions.

Be well and happy weekend!

Mrs. Stanton

rstanton@lymeschool.org

Please see the following events that are on our calendar. These high school choice events are available for families who would like to learn more about the high school options - please note that some are just for students. I will continue to share these in the newsletter as well as on the Lyme High School Choice Website. Please reach out if you have any questions!

• October 1st - Tuesday - 8:45-10am - Crossroads Academy Secondary School Fair - The fair will give families a chance to explore up to 35 different secondary independent school options! This is a wonderful opportunity for students and families to become better informed about which schools your child might like to apply to in the future. In order for us to plan appropriately, we ask that you RSVP by emailing Suzanne Manory - suzanne.manory@crossroadsacademy.org
  
  

• October 20th - Sunday - 2pm-3:30pm - Thetford Academy Open House - join us at one of our Admissions Open House events and explore the academic, athletic, arts, and outdoor offerings at Thetford Academy. Hear from TA’s award-winning faculty about our programs and curriculum and learn from current students about the TA community and experience. We can’t wait to meet you! Questions? Contact Enrollment Coordinator, Sayer Wickham sayer.wickham@thet.net
  Register HERE
  
  

• November 7th - Thursday - 5:45pm - St. Johnsbury Academy Open House - Meet our Faculty, Staff, and the Administrative Team -Learn about Academic Programs, talk to coaches and club advisors, and enjoy refreshments made by culinary students. Click HERE to register
  
  

• November 14 - Thursday - Taste of Thetford Academy - TA VISIT DAY - FOR STUDENTS ONLY This is an opportunity for 8th graders to tour the campus and get more information about TA schedule, classes, clubs, sports, and extracurricular activities. Students can order a complimentary lunch from the TA Cafe or bring a lunch from home. Transportation will be provided. Permission Forms will be distributed closer to the date. Here is an electronic version
  
  

• December 4 - Wednesday - Hanover High School Visit Day - FOR STUDENTS ONLY. This is an opportunity for 8th graders to tour the building and get more information about HHS schedule, classes, clubs, sports, and extracurricular activities. A bus will be provided by Lyme School to and from. Students will need to BRING A BAGGED LUNCH for the day. Permission forms will be distributed closer to the date. Here is an electronic version
  Registration LINK through HHS - need to sign up as well.

Riding the Bus

Our priority each day is to transport all bus riders safely to and from school. In order to do this, we need student and caregivers’ cooperation. Your student’s behavior while entering, riding, and leaving the bus contributes in many ways to safe transportation. Such conduct makes it possible for the driver to give full attention to the roadway and other drivers.

Please take a few minutes to review with your child the information below concerning student conduct on the bus. Your student’s cooperation in following all rules is appreciated.

Expectations

1. Obey the bus driver by following directions the first time they are given.

2. Wait in a safe place for the bus.

3. Wait for the driver’s hand signal, then look both ways before crossing the roadway to board the bus. Please remind your student that the red flashing lights cannot stop oncoming vehicles.

4. When boarding the bus, go directly to your seat without disturbing others.

5. Sit and stay in your seat until you reach your destination.

6. Keep hands, feet, and other objects to yourself.

7. Food, drink, and candy (including gum) are not permitted on the bus.

8. Keep all items in your backpack, including electronics and phones.

9. Talking should be quiet and school-appropriate.

10. Respect bus property, including keeping the bus clean.

Please remind your student that riding the bus is a privilege.

Third graders spent their class time working as a group, moving through various fitness activities that were given to them as a list. These activities included running around the baseball field, hanging on the monkey bars, jump roping, bench dips, and abdominal work.

Each group was led by a “ task manager “, something that is introduced in grade three. This person ensures that the group is on task, follows directions, does what is expected, is respectful to their group members, and sets the tone and pace for the group. Task managers rotate and each student is given the opportunity to serve in this role. This is a big responsibility and one that allows students to take a leadership role.

Third grade rocked this and they did an outstanding job, even through the heat!! Nice work, third grade!

A championship has been crowned in the team tournament play elective. After many rounds of play, a series of ties that needed to be broken, and a solid semi final round, a championship game ensured that lasted through regulation play, overtime, and sudden death with, the red team earning a hard fought win in soccer.

This elective brings a competitive element of play, where teams have to work really hard to advance. The entire group of 24 students plays hard and works until the very end. This makes for a series of fantastic games.

Congratulations team red!

Happy Friday!

I hope the school year is off to a great start for everyone!

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us for our first PTO meeting of the school year on September 9th. It was such a joy to reconnect with returning members and to warmly welcome new faces. We’re incredibly excited to begin planning the fun, enriching events and projects we have in store for the year ahead.

If you're curious about what we have planned or want to get involved, feel free to reach out to us at pto@lymeschool.org. We’d love to have you join us at one of our quarterly meetings, scheduled for Mondays at 7:30 PM at the CommunityCare of Lyme Office at the Academy Building or via Google Meet on November 18th, February 10th, and May 12th.

Wishing you all a wonderful weekend ahead!

Cheers,

Fauve Dela Cruz (she, her, hers)

Chair

Lyme School PTO

pto@lymeschool.org

THE LYME SCHOOL PTO MISSION STATEMENT:

To support the school community through engaged involvement and raise funds for programs that enrich the student experience in a way that remains fun and sustainable for all involved

lymeschool.org/page/lyme-school-pto

Lyme School Community,

Welcome returning and new students and families to the 2024-2025 school year. Please

refer to the following information from the Nursing Health Office.

Additional School Nurse information can be found on the Lyme School website under

the Student Support tab.

Staffing:

The Nurse's office is staffed Monday-Friday by a Registered Nurse. Please email

nurse@lymeschool.org and/or call the Main Office 795-2125 if your child is absent from

school due to illness or injury.

Duties include Nursing care, Health Screening, Medication administration, First

Aid, Emergency care, Individualized Health Planning, Health Education, and

collaborative work with families, teachers, special education services, our

guidance counselor and behavioral coach.

Kati Miller RN BSN: Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri

Matthew Greenway RN BSN: Wednesday/as needed coverage

Celeste McCool RN BSN: Wednesday/as needed coverage

Medication Administration:

If your child requires emergency medications (epipen, inhaler, etc.) to be kept securely

in the Nurse's office, please contact nurse@lymeschool.org to set up a time to deliver

the medication along with an updated allergy or asthma action plan from your child's

Healthcare Provider.

Returning students need an updated allergy or asthma action plan at the start of each

school year.

For daily medication administration, please complete and return the forms below with

your child's Healthcare provider.

All medications need to be dropped off before the first day of school.

Authorization for RX Medication Administration

Medication or Procedure Order Form

Student Influenza Vaccine Clinic:

The Flu Clinic for students will be held this year at Lyme School on October 22 2024

during the school day. Registration forms will be provided as we get closer to this date.

COVID-19 Information:

Please review the provided link regarding COVID-19 recommendations from the Center

for Disease Control (CDC) if your child is experiencing respiratory illness symptoms or

has tested positive for COVID-19.

CDC Guidelines

The Lyme School Nurse's office is here to support you and your child and to promote

healthy outcomes for students and staff.

Please contact me with any questions or concerns you or your student may have

regarding the upcoming school year.

We look forward to a new school year and appreciate your cooperation.

Kati Miller RN BSN

Lyme School

As of March, 1 2024 The Center for Disease Control and Prevention updated guidance to provide "practical recommendations and information to help people lower risk from a range of common respiratory illnesses, including COVID-19, flu and RSV."

We follow these guidelines. Please review the following links from the CDC for more information and reach out to me with any questions/concerns.

Thank you for your efforts in keeping our Lyme School students, staff, and families healthy.

Preventing Spread of Respiratory Viruses When You’re Sick

Testing and Respiratory Viruses

Masks and Respiratory Viruses Prevention

If you are having trouble logging into ALMA, please reach out to Amanda Perry.

Please complete the required forms for 2024-2025 in ALMA for all returning students. You will see this on the main page when you log-in to ALMA under your student(s) name.

In ALMA, you will find your child's teacher(s) and schedule, a way to message teachers directly, and paperwork that needs to be completed for this school year.

The Lyme School Apparel Store has a variety of apparel and accessories all customizable with a variety of school logos. The Lyme School PTO earns 12% of all sales. Thank you for supporting our school and go Lions! #LYMESCHOOLROCKS

OUR VALUES

● Fairness ● Acceptance of Others ● Integrity ● Responsibility

● Perseverance ● Individuality ● Compassion ● Courage

John P. D'Entremont, Principal

Elise Foxall, Academic Director

Geoff Tomlinson, Student Services Director