Wildcat Buzz

Wildcat Buzz

November 8, 2024

Top Buzz

1. 11/14 - Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day

2. 11/15 - ABS Picture Retake Day

3. 11/14 - CVU Musical Footloose free for 8th graders (details below)

Mark Your Calendar

Important Upcoming Dates to Note


11/11 - Veterans Day / DAML CLOSED

11/12 - Intergen Book Group

11/14 - Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day

11/15 - ABS Picture Retakes, 10:00 - 11:30am

11/25 - NO SCHOOL / THANKSGIVING BREAK 11/25 - 11/29

12/02 - WELCOME BACK!

12/10 - WCS Chorus Concert

12/11 - WCS Band Concert

12/12 - WFAP Monthly Meeting

Be sure you see all there is to see...

Williston Rec, DAML, Community Events, Buzz at ABS, WCS Wildcat What's Up, Bus Information, WFAP & Four Winds, and more!


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Dorothy Alling Library Closed on Monday, 11/11

The library will be closed in observance of Veterans Day. If this is part of your student's usual after school plan be sure to make other arrangements.

A Message From the Health Office

COLD WEATHER CLOTHING

It’s that time of year already. Time to start making sure your children have cold weather clothing at school.


- Please make sure to send your child to school with a hat, mittens or gloves, gator or scarf - AND it’s not a bad idea to send in an extra pair, if you have them, in a labeled, gallon size zip-lock bag.


- It’s a great idea to include extra socks for when their feet get wet as well.


Please stop at lost and found to claim any clothing that may belong to your student(s). It’s full already!


Thank you in advance from your Health Office Nurses.

Attendance & Schedule Change Notifications

Any time a student is going to be absent, or has a change to their dismissal/end of day plan,

please notify the following depending on your student's school:


ALLEN BROOK SCHOOL

  1. The classroom teacher

  2. Front Office: absfrontoffice@cvsdvt.org or this form

  3. ABS Team Assistant Celeste Plouffe: cplouffe@cvsdvt.org

  4. School Nurse (if due to illness): slove@cvsdvt.org


WILLISTON CENTRAL SCHOOL

  1. The classroom teacher

  2. Front Office: wcsattendance@cvsdvt.org or this form

  3. Your student's Team Assistant(TA)

  4. School Nurse (if due to illness): wcsnurse@cvsdvt.org


Reminder: If there is any change to your student's typical end of day plan, please be sure to contact the school BEFORE 1:00PM (or 12:00 pm on Wednesdays). Changes in your student(s) schedule will not be accepted after this time unless it is an emergency.

Lunch Menu

Special Announcements & Notices

The Buzz at ABS

Picture Retakes @ABS

Picture Retake at ABS on Friday, November 15

from 10:00 - 11:30am


Students MUST return their complete original package to receive a new retake picture package. For students who are taking their first picture, they only need to show up.


Families can contact Beltrami directly regarding all picture related questions.


email: bryan@beltramistudios.com

Phone: (802) 863-6223

IMPORTANT: PARKING LOT SAFETY REMINDER

Please remember students could be entering or exiting vehicles, the parking lot, and/or sidewalks quickly and unexpectedly during arrival and dismissal. Please avoid passing vehicles in the drop off lane, and drive slowly and attentively at all times on school grounds.


Thank you for your patience and heightened awareness as we all work together to keep all students safe.

Logging in to School Programs at Home

Updated instructions for students to log in to school programs from home

ABS Farm Garden

Recipe of the Month: Pumpkin Pudding


Ingredients - Pumpkin puree, low fat evaporated milk, vanilla instant pudding mix, pumpkin pie spice


* If you have any allergy / dietary concerns for the recipe, please contact your classroom teacher.

The WCS Wildcat What's Up

Attention 8th Graders...

CVU High School performing Arts is inviting all 8th graders from the CVU district, plus one guardian each, to attend the final dress rehearsal of


Footloose the Musical

Thursday, November 14th

5:00 - 7:30pm @CVU

Recommended for ages 13+


Show up to CVU, western entrance, between 4:45 - 5pm on 11/14 for general seating to the show!

Event Information

Winds and Brass Night

When?

Wednesday, Nov 13, 2024, 06:30 PM

Where?

Elley-Long Music Center - Saint Michael's College, Ethan Allen Avenue, Colchester, VT, USA

Williston Families as Partners

Four Winds Nature Institute

This Year's Theme: Patterns in Nature

  • All Sorts of Insects (Sept.)

  • Leaves (Oct.)

  • Conifer Clues (Nov.)

  • Snowflakes (Jan.)

  • Track Detectives (Feb.)

  • Feathering the Nest (March)

  • Ferns and Fiddleheads (April)

  • Frogs and Toads (May)

Nature's News

Insects Nature News (Sept.)
Leaves Nature News(Oct.)
Conifers Cones Nature News (Nov.)

Contact Four Winds

If you have any questions or would like to volunteer please contact: wsdfourwinds@cvsdvt.org.


Volunteer Information Link

Transportation - Food Service - Safety Team

CVSD: School Board - DEI - Superintendent

CVSD School Board

CVSD Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Superintendent & District Updates

Community Connections

Hello from the Dorothy Alling Memorial Library Youth Department! Find out more about programs at http://www.damlvt.org or by calling 878-4918.


*YOUTH PROGRAMMING*


Children in 5th grade and up may use the library unattended, while those in grade 4 or under must be supervised by a person over 16 years of age. For information on the Unattended Children Policy, see above or visit www.damlvt.org. Parents and guardians are encouraged to stop by or call 878-4918 to chat with a youth librarian about expectations and the library's after-school experience.


Please note the Library will be closed on Monday, November 11, in observance of Veterans Day.


French Storytime
Saturday, November 9, 10:15-10:45 a.m. Drop in for stories read aloud by a native French speaker!


Storytime
Tuesdays, 10:30-11 a.m. Join Bella for stories, songs, and rhymes. Geared toward preschoolers, but all ages are welcome.


After School Movie
Wednesday, November 13, 2-3:45 p.m. PG. Imagine if you could see all the imaginary friends out there!


Preschool Music & Preschool Playtime
Thursdays, 10:30-11 a.m. Sing and dance with Linda Bassick! Followed by preschool playtime from 11-11:30 a.m. On the Town Green when weather permits.


LEGO Time
Thursday, November 14, 3-4 p.m. Build something exciting with the Library’s LEGO collection!


Teens D&D
Friday, November 15, 4:30-6 p.m. Ages 12+. Please contact the library to be added to a wait list; campaigns are currently full!


Parenting Book Club
Saturday, November 16, 10:30-11:30 a.m. With hectic family schedules, it can be hard to commit to reading an entire book before a discussion. This Book Club invites you to read part (or all) of the book before joining the monthly discussions. Check out a copy of Simplicity Parenting by Kim John Payne, M. Ed. and drop in for the last book discussion on this title. This book is available in print or as an eBook and eAudiobook through the Library. There are also related podcasts online! (A new parenting book will be chosen to resume the Parenting Book Club in January.)


Reading Adventure
Saturday, November 16, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Suggested ages 6+. While parents and guardians meet for the Parenting Book Club, children can join the Youth Services Librarian in the Youth Room for a reading adventure! Each month, we will explore a different country with read alouds to learn about different cultures, myths, stories, etc. from around the world. This program is open to all families, not just those who are taking part in the Parenting Book Club! For the month of November we will explore some Native American tribes.

The Parenting Book Club and Reading Adventures are made possible by the Winnie Belle Learned Fund Grant.

Basketball Early-Bird Discount Deadline- This Sunday, November 10 is the deadline to register and pay for 3rd-8th basketball and save! You must use the online payment option or drop a check off in the drop box behind the Town Hall Building- 7900 Williston Rd, this Sunday to receive the discount. Separate boys’ and girls’ leagues are offered if numbers allow. Leagues provide the opportunity for youngsters to play and improve their skills. Teams meet twice a week with a weekday practice and a Saturday game. Parent volunteers are needed to coach. Sign up to coach when registering your child. https://willistonvt.myrec.com/info/activities/program_details.aspx?ProgramID=30239

RecKids Basketball- Ages 5-6- Coed. This is a parent/child program designed to teach the fundamentals of the game. Each week youngsters will be introduced to a new skill and fun activities that will enhance their learning. This program meets on Saturdays in January and February. Instructors: Rec. Staff. https://willistonvt.myrec.com/info/activities/program_details.aspx?ProgramID=29932

1st-2nd Basketball- If numbers allow, separate boys’ and girls’ programs are offered. The program provides the opportunity for youngsters to learn the game, improve their skills, and enjoy playing. The program meets on Saturdays in January and February. The hour session will consist of a practice and scrimmage. Parent volunteers are needed to coach. Sign up to coach when registering your child. https://willistonvt.myrec.com/info/activities/program_details.aspx?ProgramID=30201


Ninja Kids Intro- Age 4-8 & 7-11. The play-based curriculum increases strength and self-confidence while moving meditation helps children manage their emotions and develop the connection between mental and physical well-being. Instructor: ONTA Studio Staff.

Age 4-8- https://willistonvt.myrec.com/info/activities/program_details.aspx?ProgramID=30097

Age 7-11- https://willistonvt.myrec.com/info/activities/program_details.aspx?ProgramID=30206

Ninja Teens Intro- Age 9-15. The play-based curriculum increases strength and self-confidence while moving meditation helps children manage their emotions and develop the connection between mental and physical well-being. Instructor: ONTA Studio Staff

https://willistonvt.myrec.com/info/activities/program_details.aspx?ProgramID=30098

Dangerous Girls- Age 14+. A practical self-defense class designed for teens and young women, with a combination of kickboxing and grappling. It’s fun, it’s social, and before you know if you’ll be able to kick butt. Instructor: ONTA Studio Staff. https://willistonvt.myrec.com/info/activities/program_details.aspx?ProgramID=30092


Learn to Ski/Ride- Registration is Open for the Learn to Ski/Ride Program. Register before the Early Bird Discount date to save- December 15. https://willistonvt.myrec.com/info/activities/program_details.aspx?ProgramID=30204

Fitting Nights are here! There will be two nights offered in December. You must register for a time a time slot. Register one adult and bring all your children to the time slot. Payment needs to be made that night for the loan- $30 per child, checks or cash. To register go to the Ski/Ride program page and look for “Click to Register for a Fitting Night” under the Equipment Loan description.


Stacking Rings Workshop- Age 14+. This popular 2-hour workshop from Vermont Jewelry School guides you through the creation of rings each of silver, brass, and copper. An engaging class for teens, adults, and families! Participants solder, size, and individualize their trio of rings before proudly wearing them home. Instructor: Silvio Mazzarese. https://willistonvt.myrec.com/info/activities/program_details.aspx?ProgramID=30346


Holiday Decorating Contest- Coming Soon! The Community Holiday Decorating Contest. Show your holiday spirit and join this friendly competition while infusing some cheer around the community! Whether you do it to win a fun prize, for the bragging rights, or you just enjoy sharing your festive decorations, we want YOUR household to participate! To register your home or business click on the link. It’s Free! https://willistonvt.myrec.com/info/activities/program_details.aspx?ProgramID=30200

Communication at Williston Schools

Communication with parents and caregivers is a key component in maintaining family engagement and support. Currently, every teacher/team and school communicates regularly in some way to families. Emails, blogs, newsletters, websites, and Facebook are a few of these methods. If you reach out to a person who works in the district, you can expect a response to your communication within two (2) school days (keeping in mind that weekends and the days school is not in session are not included). In the event that a response will take more time, district employees may acknowledge receipt of your email, call, or otherwise contact you with information about when they will be able to provide resolution to your request. Please remember that if you have a concern, please go to the person most directly involved first. You are also encouraged to use the CVSD Connect With Us page.

One-Click Information

Williston Schools Online Calendar
visit the Williston Schools website calendar
Newsletter Archives
FInd previous newletter issues for the current school year
Jobs at CVSD
Current jobs available in our district

Allen Brook School

Start Time @ 7:50am;

Dismissal for PreK & K at 2:25pm - grades 1 & 2 @2:30pm

Wednesday Early Dismissal @ 1:25 & 1:30

Williston Central School

Start Time @8:00am;

Dismissal grades 3 & 4 @2:35pm - grades 5-8 @2:45pm

Wednesday Early Dismissal @ 1:35 & 1:45

Resources for Families

  • First Call - 488-7777: phone support, crisis intervention, assessment and referrals
  • In Crisis: 1-800-SUICIDE (1-800-784-2433) (National Hopeline Network: USA)
  • National Suicide Prevention Life line- 1-800-273-TALK (8255), call or chat online
  • Crisis Text Line - text HOME to 741741 (24 hours a day, seven days a week)
  • Outright Vermont - support for LGBTQ+ community
  • UVM Breathe In Breath Out - How to deal with stress due to COVID-19
  • Vermont 211 -Vermont database of resources and services
  • Vermont Support Line (833) 888-2557) - peer support warmline open 24/7 - 365 for call or text
  • Teen Crisis Text Line - Crisis Text Line provides free emotional support and information to teens in any type of crisis, including feeling suicidal. You can text with a trained specialist 24 hours a day. Text “HOME” to 741741.
  • Society for the Prevention of Teen Suicide - Website where you can find information to help yourself or a friend who may be having thoughts of suicide.
  • Trevor Lifeline - 1-866- 488-7386 - provides suicide prevention and crisis intervention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning (LGBTQ) young people. It offers free, 24/7, confidential counseling. TrevorText—text START to 678-678; TrevorChat—instant messaging at TheTrevorProject.org/help. It also runs TrevorSpace, an affirming social networking site for LGBTQ youth at TrevorSpace.
Williston Schools
Allen Brook School and Williston Central School