
THE NEWSLETTER
Early Edition - November 20, 2024
MESSAGE FROM THE CCS ADMINISTRATION
Dear CCS Caregivers and the Charlotte Community,
In a proactive move to keep you all informed, we are sending this week’s newsletter a little early. There are a few reminders
Have your child(ren) check Lost and Found in the next two days.
JumpRope reports will be sent home on Friday to students in grades 5-8.
When we return from our Thanksgiving week off, the weather will be colder. Please remember to send all students into school with layers of warm gear and appropriate footwear. Students will be going out every day for recess.
Gratitude can be directed at people, events, circumstances, or intangible things like good health or personal growth. It involves recognizing and acknowledging the goodness around us. Gratitude is both a state of mind and a trait.
We want to wish all of you a peaceful, safe and joy-filled week off. Hopefully we can all return rested and recharged. There is so much to be thankful for in our community- the children we serve, the educators who share their passions and all of those people who keep the school running.
Thank you.
The CCS Administration
IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER
Friday, November 22nd - LOST AND FOUND WILL BE DONATED - SEE PICTURES BELOW
Monday, November 25th through Friday, November 29th - NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break
Wednesday, December 4th - Early Release
Saturday, December 7th - PTO Holiday Market, MPR & Gym, 10:00 - 2:00
Wednesday, December 11th - Early Release
Wednesday, December 11th - Winter Concert, MPR, 6:30pm - see below for details
Wednesday, December 18th - Early Release
Monday, December 23rd through January 1st - NO SCHOOL - Early Winter Break
MUSIC NEWS
The CCS Music Department will present a winter concert on Wednesday, Dec 11, 2024 at 6:30 pm in the MPR. This concert will feature the 5 - 8 concert bands, the jazz band and the chorus.
Students should arrive at 6:10 pm and meet in the band room. Concert Attire - Dressy casual. No blue jeans, tee shirts or hoodies please. This performance is free and open to the public. We hope to see you there!
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR NORTHERN VERMONT LEGO ROBOTICS COMPETITION
On December 14, Shelburne Community School will be hosting the First Lego (Robotics) League Northern Vermont Qualifier. All of CVSD’s K-8 schools have teams and many will be participating. So will teams from across Northern VT.
To operate the event, we are seeking 40+ volunteers including judges, resetters, scorekeepers and more. Not all roles require a technical background. If you are interested in volunteering please complete the initial sign-up form here FIRST.
After completing the initial form, please register for specific roles HERE.
The second form is a little more complex and requires multiple steps. Please contact Sarah Samuelson, volunteer coordinator, with any questions or concerns. Thanks for considering volunteering!
COMMUNITY HEALTH NEEDS ASSESSMENT
The University of Vermont Medical Center is currently conducting its annual Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) of Chittenden and Grand Isle counties. Results will be used to better understand and respond to the top community health needs in these counties. Those who live in these Chittenden or Grand Isle counties and are 16 years of age or older are encouraged to complete this survey, which takes less than 10 minutes.
LOST AND FOUND
Our CCS Lost and Found is brimming with items looking for their owners. The below photos were taken today, and if you recognize anything please stop by or direct your child(ren) to collect their lost items next week. All remaining items will be donated at the end of the day on Friday, November 22nd (before the Thanksgiving Break).
THE CCS PTO IS EXCITED TO SHARE DETAILS OF THE 2024 HOLIDAY MARKET
Calling all student artisans & crafters! The CCS Holiday Market is looking for talented student artisans with a craft they would like to feature. We have a limited amount of complimentary student spots available, first come first serve. Please register via the link with the description of craft for PTO Board approval.
The Charlotte Central School (CCS) Holiday Market is on Saturday, December 7 from 10am-2pm. Our vendor application can be found here: https://forms.gle/f3fggnsLdkUAZZvj8
We will have two gyms filled with exhibitors, a children's DIY craft area, bake sale as well as several on site food options. All exhibitor registration fees from the holiday market will go directly to the CCS PTO to support a variety of student enrichment programs, including but not limited to STEM, theater, athletics, as well as our community Angel Fund. Your support is greatly appreciated!
BOLTON VALLEY SKI & RIDE PROGRAM
- 2025 Dates: 2/12, 3/5, 3/12, 3/19, 3/26 make up date.
- Register at Charlotterec.com
- For grades K-8th
- Volunteers needed to chaperone!
- Equipment and monetary donations welcome
- Scholarships available, please reach out to recreation@townofcharlotte.com
- Participants can get equipment 1 of 3 ways: from CCS stash (Free); Full season from BV ($89); or for program dates only from BV ($80).
- When registering, please add all items to your cart that apply to your participant.
For questions or more information, please contact:
Zac Farnham-Haskell
Recreation Director
Town of Charlotte
(802) 989-2929
CVSD SPECIAL EDUCATION PARENT ADVISORY COUNCIL (SEPAC)
Last spring, the CVSD Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC) was formally launched. CVSD’s SEPAC is currently made up of a dedicated group of parents and administrators and is open to all. Please see the mission statement below, which explains the purpose of this parent-led group. For more information or to join, please contact Erin Bingham at bingham.erin@gmail.com
CVSD SEPAC Mission
The mission of the Champlain Valley Union School District Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC) is to facilitate authentic and effective communication, understanding, and mutual respect that is meaningfully inclusive of all students, caregivers, educators, administrators, school board members, and the community at large to guide the school district in providing access to and delivery of high-quality equitable services and instruction for students who qualify for additional support.
We welcome your feedback at any time. Please select your topic below and send your thoughts our way. If you don't see your topic listed, choose "General Questions." All feedback will be routed to the appropriate district team members, who will follow up with you within 3 business days. CVSD is committed to connecting with students, families, staff, and community members to provide exceptional and equitable experiences.
HOUSEHOLD INFORMATION FORM FOR FREE AND REDUCED MEALS
Even though free and reduced meal applications are no longer required for free meals, the Vermont Agency of Education asks that all families complete the Household Information Form. Thank you.
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Jen Roth, Lead Principal
Tim O'Leary, Assistant Principal
Beth Slater, Director of Special Services
The Newsletter is published every Friday, when school is in session. It is delivered to our families via email, posted on our website, and on Front Porch Forum. A hard copy is available by contacting the school.