THE VIKING
Hinesburg Community School - May 10, 2024
SAVE THE DATE
Wednesday, May 15: Early Dismissal (1:45-1:50)
Wednesday, May 22: Early Dismissal (1:45-1:50)
Monday, May 27: Memorial Day Holiday - NO SCHOOL
Wednesday, May 29: Early Dismissal (1:45-1:50)
Saturday, June 1: CVSD Youth Pride Ralley (10:00 - 1:00) CVU
Wednesday, June 5: Early Dismissal (1:45-1:50)
Thursday, June 6: 8th Grade Challenge Expo (3:00 - 4:30)
Wednesday, June 12: Early Dismissal (1:45-1:50)
Thursday, June 13: Half Day for Students (Dismissals from 11:30 - 11:35)
Thursday, June 13: 8th Grade Graduation (3:00 - 4:00)
Thursday, June 13: 7/8 Grade Graduation Dance (7:00 - 9:00, HCS Gym)
Friday, June 14: Move Up Day For Grades 1 - 7
Friday, June 14: Last Student Day (Dismissals from 11:30 - 11:35) K-7
THANK YOU TO PiE FOR THE DELICIOUS STAFF APPRECIATION BREAKFAST!
PLEASE JOIN US FOR THE 8th GRADE CHALLENGE EXPO!
MAPPING THE CONTINENTS AND LEARNING ABOUT DIFFERENT CULTURES IN 1ST GRADE
Students in first grade are finishing a mapping unit about the continents. Today Ainaka Luna, district DEI coach, came to visit the first grade classrooms. She is originally from Colombia and arrived wearing traditional clothing. She shared a bit about the history, culture, and music of Colombia.
π· WOULD YOU LIKE TO HELP WITH THE HCS COURTYARD GARDEN? πΈ
The courtyard gardens at HCS are undergoing a revival! We have secured both grant funding and donations to make this possible - but we canβt make this happen without volunteers. The goal is to create a garden space that is more self-sustaining and longer lasting than the previous design, which benefited the school for many years. This project is being undertaken in collaboration with teachers, administrators, and students and will create a space for all classrooms to learn about nature, the many uses of plants, and growing food.
Some guidelines:
Please sign up with your name and email - I will email you with more details prior to your volunteer date and let you know what supplies (if any) to bring with you (save your cardboard boxes - we will need the cardboard to line the bottoms of the beds)
Tasks are subject to change based on number of helpers on previous tasks and rate of progress
Meet in the HCS courtyard on your sign up date
Kids are welcome to come help too!
Please direct any questions to kol9@cornell.edu or call/text Kathryn at 802-922-4984
1st GRADE ENGINEERS TEST THE STRENGTH OF THE BRIDGE THEY DESIGNED
BUILDING STRONG FUTURES - GRADE 1
HAWAIIAN BEACH PARTY
4th GRADERS CODE THEIR ROBOTS ACROSS THE US
GRADE 3 STUDENTS ENJOYED LEARNING ABOUT MEDIA LITERACY AND COPYRIGHT LAWS
4th GRADE STUDENTS CODE THE DASH ROBOT ON AN ITINERARY ACROSS THE UNITED STATES
β MATH BUDDIES β
VERMONT LAKE MONSTERS!
Celebrate summer with BASEBALL & CHAMP! Join up with family, friends and neighbors at Centennial Field cheering on the Vermont Lake Monsters on Saturday, JUNE 8th, 2024 with proceeds from ticket sales supporting PiE (PARTNERSHIP IN EDUCATION ) at Hinesburg Community School. Tickets to game can purchased by using HCS QR code or link below. Tickets can also be purchased by calling 802-655-4200 ext 103 and say βHINESBURGβ.
Come celebrate summer with baseball, friends and of course CHAMP! Hope to see you there!
Westfield Starfires vs Lake Monsters
Gates open at 5:00
First pitch 6:05
Come hear HCS BAND play National Anthem pre-game & see the post game FIREWORKS!
MORE FAMILIES NOW ELIGIBLE FOR CHILD CARE FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
Did you know The State of Vermont helps cover child care costs. Starting on April 7, more families will qualify for tuition assistance based on family size and income. For example, a family of four making $124,800 a year can get help paying for our program. You can find out more about eligibility requirements online. To apply, contact your local Community Child Care Support Agency.
WOULD YOU LIKE TO HOST A FOREIGN EXCHANGE STUDENT?
Hey, friends and neighbors! Are you ready for an adventure?
EF High School Exchange Year is seeking awesome families like yours to host foreign exchange students for the upcoming school year. We need your help to make it happen! Please help spread the word about this amazing opportunity!
By hosting a student from a different country, you'll get to experience all the excitement and fun of learning about a new culture, while also showing off your hometown to an eager visitor. Plus, you'll be creating a bond that lasts a lifetime and making memories that you'll never forget!
Hosting an exchange student is a truly unique and thrilling experience that will broaden your horizons and give you a fresh perspective on the world. And who knows? You might even discover a new favorite food or hobby!
I am committed to finding a home for Lilly from Sweden because I think she will fit well in Vermont. The following excerpt is part of the reason why!
"I find such joy in seeing new surroundings, learning about foreign cultures and meeting new people. Nature have always enticed me too, I have grown up in a family where we value the environment alot and its where I've spent most of my time growing up. My mom works with forestry and we have always lived outside town near nature. I appreciate nature a whole lot and I enjoy activities like hiking and walking."
So what are you waiting for? If you're ready to open your home and heart to an amazing international student, reach out to me for more information on how to apply. You don't need to have high school aged kids. Several of my most successful student/family matches were with Carol Richman after she retired from HCS. It's never too late or too early to host. It's a matter of finding the right student to fit your family. Let's make this school year one to remember!
Jan Bedard 802-338-2492 gbedard920@gmail.com
About Us
Suzan Locke, HCS Co-Principal, Grades K-4
482-6299, slocke@cvsdvt.org
Tim Trevithick, HCS Co-Principal, Grades 5-8
482-6298, ttrevithick@cvsdvt.org
Alicia Kurth, HCS Special Education Administrator
482-6285, akurth@cvsdvt.org
Email: hcsinformation@cvsdvt.org
Website: https://www.cvsdvt.org/hinesburg
Location: Hinesburg Community School, 10888, Route 116, Hinesburg, Vermont, USA
Phone: 802-482-2106
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Hinesburg-Community-School-125786304154731/
The Viking Newsletter is published weekly, when school is in session. It is available on our web site and is also delivered via email. If needed, a hard copy can be provided for your child to bring home. The Viking includes upcoming events, after school opportunities, notes of interest for parents and the community and updates from our school administration.