DORSET NEWS NETWORK
a publication of The Dorset School
130 School Drive – Dorset, Vermont 05251
telephone: 802-362-2606
www.dorsetschool.org
Principal: Mr. James Merryman
“EDUCATION WITH INTEGRITY” June 6, 2008
From the Principal’s Corner
Education with Integrity – The following will receive an “Education with Integrity” award certificate as well as their choice of a book, poster, puzzle or pen. Keep up the good work!
. Julia Breed – for picking up litter on the school grounds.
. Mrs. Gray’s Fourth Grade Class – for the outstanding job they did on their Norman Rockwell writing presentations.
A Gracious Farewell – I would like to thank the following teachers for their wonderful work and dedication throughout the years: Mrs. Cannon, Mr. Crafts, Mr. Dechame, Mrs. Masterson and Mr. Styles. We will miss them all and wish them well!
Attention All Sixth and Seventh Grade Parents – Today a memo was sent home concerning Spanish for next year. Please fill out the memo and return. Thank you!
8th Grade Graduation – Our 8th grade graduation is scheduled for Thursday, June 12th, at 5:30 p.m.
Last Day of School – The last day of school will be Friday, June 13th. We will have our Annual Picnic, as well as early dismissal on that day. Generally, parents or grandparents attending the picnic are free to take their children home with them. Please tell your child’s teacher before doing so. On Thursday, June 12th, it is also an early dismissal day (12:30 p.m.).
2007-2008 Dorset School Yearbook – A special thanks to Mrs. Levitz, Don Diego, and Mrs. Tate, as well as all the students on the Yearbook Committee, for a great job. The design and the composition of this year’s edition are fantastic. Thank you to all the eighth grade students who helped put the yearbook together. Congratulations for a job well done!
Library – Library books are not permitted to be signed out of school from this point until the new school year. Students will be receiving a list of the books they have due. If you have any outstanding books, please return them. If you cannot find them, please check with Mrs. Tate and pay the lost fee. If at a later time you find the book, you will receive a refund. Anyone who owes books or payments to the Library at the end of the
school year will not receive their report card until the situation is satisfied. I would like to thank everyone ahead of time for your cooperation in this matter!
Summer School – Summer school will run from June 24th through July 31st. Hours will range from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays only. If you are interested in having your child attend, please contact Mrs. Mele.
This will be the last DNN of the 2007-2008 school year. I would like to extend a special thanks to all the parents who have supported us during this school year. I would also like to thank the Board of Education for their continual support throughout all phases of our operations. In addition, I want to express my heartfelt appreciation for the dedication exhibited by all of the employees in the district. Our ongoing success is a strong indicator of the growth we have in our professional learning community. Finally, I am honored to serve as the principal of The Dorset School, and look forward to the upcoming school year. Have a safe and restful summer vacation. See you in the fall!
Joke: Where would you find a prehistoric cow? In a moo-seum!
Joke: What do you call a cow that eats your grass? A lawn-mooer!
Keep smiling!
James Merryman
THANK YOU “FOUR WINDS” VOLUNTEERS!
The fourth grade would like to thank Diane Hollingshead, Erica Johnson, Tracey Little, Alex Sands, Karin Karhu and Stephanie Breed for all of the fabulous science lessons this year. You’re the best!
Mrs. Gray.
Phys. Ed Post
Dear Dorset,
As 38 years of teaching at my beloved Dorset come to a close, I would like to take this opportunity to share part of a quote from Richard Dreyfuss in his movie, "Mr. Holland's Opus".
"Thank you for the honor and privilege in trying to be a “compass” in your child's life". Not only in your son/daughter’s life, but in generations of families over my years at Dorset.
Thank you Dorset, and don't forget to “do something nice for yourself”.
Mr. C.
Hat Day!!
Our Hat Day last Tuesday was quite successful (we raised over $65 for the American Cancer Society), and so we are holding another one – Thursday, June 12th. Donate a dollar, and wear your favorite hat. Students purchase a “sticker” for $1 in order to be able to wear their hat during the day. “Stickers” will be available Tuesday morning at the Nurse’s Office.
OPEN INVITATION TO ALL 5th/6th Grade Girls
and Their Moms
There will be a presentation/discussion with Dr. Natacha Jager, M.D. at MEMS on Tuesday, June 10th, at 7 pm. Dr. Jager will lead a discussion on the many changes that girls can expect to go through during the pre-teen and early teen years. This event is free and open to any 5th/6th grade girls and their moms or adult caregivers who would be interested.
For more information, please contact Ellen Goepel at school, 362-2606.
Come cool off with us over at Riley Rink at Hunter Park!
Our Summer Ice Programs start on June 30th and run until August 10th, 2008!
Local, national & international youth & high school hockey camps, youth & adult hockey tournaments, youth beginner hockey & figure skating, adult programs, learn-to-skate, and public skate opportunities!!
Here are the highlights from just a few of our programs:
- Camp Freeze: The Coolest Kid’s Camp in Southern Vermont! Come and join us July 14-18th.
- Dave Fitzgerald’s Riley Rink Hockey Academy: “All the hockey skills you need – right in your own backyard!” Get inspired July 14-18th.
- Sam Johnson’s Lacrosse Camp: Get a jump start on the season! Improve your lacrosse skills and abilities during the one week camp, July 7-11th.
Call for information and registration forms 362-0150!
Thanks from the Lunch Lady!!
Over 16,000 meals served!
Whew! We did it. Yes, We! First and foremost, thank you to all the families and staff who supported the breakfast and lunch program which contributed to another successful year. Thank you to all that made it possible by lending me a helping hand. To name a few: Lucille McNulty for doing a wonderful job serving the students breakfast; Valerie McMorrow for a years worth of hard boiled eggs; Derek Chalmers and Hazel Prouty for assisting me in preparing many meals including our Thanksgiving Feast. Hazel Prouty was also our substitute lunch lady. Thank you to Priscilla Gaiotti, Michelle Greene, and Kay Schlieder for assisting K-5 on the serving line. A commendable job again was done by our front desk person, Mimi Fersen, who kept accurate lunch counts and collections while assisting me to serve lunch on a daily basis. A big thank you to Dick Cepela for his excellent accounting and many other meal tasks behind the scenes and his willingness to assist the lunch program wherever needed.
With Great appreciation and wishing you all a great summer,
Jill Mosby
Fishing Derby
The Manchester Ranger District of the Green Mountain National Forest, in partnership with Trout Unlimited, is hosting its 18th Annual Youth Fishing Derby at Hapgood Pond Campground in Peru on Saturday, June 14, 2008. The derby will be held rain or shine! Registration will begin at 8:30 AM, with fishing from 9:00 to 11:00. The festivities will continue until about noon. Our youth fishing day is held in conjunction with National Fishing Week, and June 14 is Free Fishing Day in Vermont! Area youth, ages 12 and under, accompanied by an adult, are invited to join in the fun. Contests will be held for longest fish and most fish caught by age group. We are hoping to have a raffle gift and a certificate of participation for each angler.
Donations and volunteer help are being provided by many organizations and members of our community. Grab your rod and come to Hapgood Pond to enjoy fishing in your National Forest. Questions may be directed to the Manchester Ranger Station at 362-2307.
DORSET THEATRE FESTIVAL - 2008 AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM
DTF will hold an after school program next week (June 9-14) for students finishing grades 6-10. Featuring theater games, improvisational exercises and scene work, the week will finish with a presentation to friends and family of Saturday, June 14th. Spend the week working with Off-Broadway professionals. The program runs Monday through Friday, 3:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Saturday 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and the fee for the week is $100. Even if your student can only attend one or two days of the program, that’s OK. For questions and to sign up, please call the Dorset Theatre Festival office at 867-2223.
CALENDAR OF UPCOMING EVENTS
Monday, June 9th to
Wednesday, June 11th- 5th Grade to Cape Cod Sea Camp
Thursday, June 12th - HAT DAY to benefit American Cancer Society
12:30 PM Dismissal
8th Grade Graduation at 5:30 PM
Friday, June 13th - LAST DAY OF SCHOOL – 12:30 PM Dismissal
2008-2009 SCHOOL YEAR – IMPORTANT DATES
Wednesday, August 27th - FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL
Monday, September 1st - LABOR DAY – NO SCHOOL
Monday, October 13th - COLUMBUS DAY – NO SCHOOL
Wednesday, November 26th to
Friday, November 28th - THANKSGIVING RECESS – NO SCHOOL
Monday, December 22nd to
Friday, January 2nd - HOLIDAY RECESS – NO SCHOOL
Monday, February 16th to
Friday, February 20th - WINTER RECESS – NO SCHOOL
Monday, April 13th to
Friday, April 17th - SPRING RECESS – NO SCHOOL