Greetings Wildcat Families!

This week has been quite an emotional journey! Thank you all for your wonderful outreach and support; you truly are the best! I hope to see more families joining our school board meetings in the future, even if it's just for the first 15-30 minutes. Public comment begins right away, and your voices are powerful. It’s important for the board to hear both the positives and challenges. You can find information about the meetings from the past two weeks here: Meeting Information or here: GISU Meetings (just scroll down to find CIUUSD).

This week, we also kicked off our universal testing. In my morning message to the kids, I encouraged them to put their best foot forward, and they truly delivered! The initial scores are looking fantastic, and I couldn’t be prouder of everyone!

To keep you updated, I’ve refreshed the family calendar with all the important details, including the upcoming 6th-grade visits to schools. You can check it out here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1thvn3h3_niGmQD-SXQLAZrCutSwxW9XK_Bp5e5sv3B4/edit?usp=sharing.

And don’t forget, there’s a spectacular show happening in the sky right now! We have 6 planets aligning, and I’ve included some resources below on how to witness this rare event. Next month, we’ll even have 7 planets in alignment, which is even more special!

As always, feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need assistance. Your support and involvement truly make a positive difference in our school community!

Warm regards,
Mrs. H

Our family calendar has more events than what is listed below. Be sure to click the Link to the Family Calendar.

Jan 20

• No School: MLK Day

Jan 22

• 6th grade visit to South Burlington: Tuttle Middle School (leaving GIS at 8:30 AM- back for lunch)

Jan 29

• Winter Concert *see import information below*

2024-25 Yearbook is available for purchase. Starting at $25.00

LIfetouch - GIS code is 13507325

In addition to the Grand Isle School parking lot, the Grand Isle Clerk's Office is allowing us to use their space for overflow parking. We will be providing a bus shuttle for people parking at the Clerk's Office.

Shuttle Bus Schedule:

5:15 - 5:30 P.M.

5:45 - 6:00 P.M.

6:20 - 6:40 P.M.

5:30 PM: First Act

K-2 Concert

1. Hello Song

2. Hot Chocolate

3. This Little Light of Mine

Transition:

• K-2 students return to their seats.

• Grades 3-4 called to risers by grade.

3-4 Concert

1. Jingle Bell Rock

2. Snowman

15-Minute Intermission (Approx. 5:45-50ish PM)

• K-4 Students: May leave if not staying for the 5/6 performance.

• Setup: Band sets up; 5/6 singers take their places on the risers.

6:00 PM: Second Act

5/6 Band Concert

1. Hot Cross Buns

2. Down by the Station

3. Country Walk

4. Merrily We Roll Along

5/6 Choir Performance

1. Country Roads

2. Don’t Forget Your Old Shipmate

3. Riptide

Support the North Hero PTA by purchasing treats during intermission.

As of right now, it looks like the 100th day of school will be February 4th. We will keep you posted of any activities that are planned for the day.

While I share podcasts from time to time, it's not because I want to push the topics on you. I find myself looking for ideas as a parent and I am sharing what I find with you.

If you’ve lost your cool with your kids and fallen into yelling, threats, timeouts, or other punishments, you’re not alone. This week, Dr. Becky explores the complex topic of punishment in parenting, and addresses the skepticism surrounding the idea of raising well-behaved children without resorting to taking their dessert or ipad away.

A podcast that goes with our January character trait of honesty.

Email: ahanlon@gisu.org
Website: https://www.grandisleschool.org/
Location: 224 U.S. Rte 2, Grand Isle, VT, USA
Phone: 802-372-6913
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/grandisleschool.org

Attendance Form: https://forms.gle/ABSvVURCxvqbMfXw7