Wednesday, June 27, 2012

Safety Note

Please note: SACS is under construction all summer. The front entrance and front parking lot are closed because they are a construction zone. If you need to park at school, please use the parking lot by the pool. Students entering school for the Summer Feeding Program or Summer School must enter through the door by the playground. The door is marked with a sign, and pictured below. 

Students who walking to school are encouraged to walk up Aldis street and cross through the pool parking lot to avoid the construction zone. 

Tuesday, June 26, 2012

Summer at SACS

Even though the school year has ended, there is still so much happening at SACS!


To follow the summer construction, go to:


http://sacsconstruction.blogspot.com/


The SACS band is back from NYC -- check out the trip blog here:


http://gsamsb.blogspot.com/


SACS Teachers aren't just kicking back this summer either, to check out some learning that our teachers are doing you can follow the professional development blog here:


http://sacspd.blogspot.com/


SACS is Open for Breakfast & Lunch


We are open each weekday for breakfast and lunch, free to any SACS student or St. Albans child up to age 18. 


Breakfast is from 8:00am-9:30 and lunch is from 11:15 - 12:45. We not only have meals, we also have educational games and activities as well! 

Monday, June 18, 2012

Announcements 6-19-12

Step Up Day 

K to 1:
8:15-10:15 
Current kindergartners will come in on their regular bus and go directly to the cafeteria. They will sit at their assigned lunch table (the one they sit in for lunch).K teachers will distribute bandanas of various colors (GREEN - IMAGINATION, ORANGE - EXPLORERS, BLUE- INVESTIGATORS, PURPLE- TRAVELERS) to their students according to their new Learning Community. Mrs. Andrews will dismiss students from the cafeteria by Learning Community/Color. (All K-3 staff will be in the cafeteria to help and assist students during this transition.) Children will spend the next two hours getting to know their new teachers and classmates. A snack will be served in the 1st grade classrooms. 
At 10:10 students will be dismissed from their classrooms - chimes will ring. K teachers will be outside at busses to ensure the students go on their regular bus.



3 to 4 and 6 to 7:
7:45-9:45
Students will come in on the bus and go directly to the cafeteria. (Session B students will ride with session A and will arrive at 7:30). Students going into grade 4 will sit in the front half of the cafeteria. Students going into grade 6 will sit in the back half. They will have the option of having breakfast in the cafeteria. Grades 4-8 staff will be in the cafeteria to meet and greet their new students. At 7:45 grade 4 and 7 teachers will arrive promptly to pick up their students in the cafeteria. Mrs. Andrews will dismiss students from the cafeteria by Learning Community. At 9:40 chimes will signal dismissal. 




Bus Schedule for Step Up Day:


Kindergarten


Regular pickup time and buses arrive at school at 8:10am.


Dismissed at 10:10am, leave school at 10:15am on regular K buses.


Grade 3 and 6


Pick up time starts at 7:10 am. Session A and B will be picked up together and arrive at school at 7:30am.


They will be dismissed at 9:40 and leave school at 9:45.


Books for Incoming First Graders


All incoming first graders will receive a book about their new communities on Step Up Day. This book will help them learn about their new teachers and what their days will look like next year. We are asking parents to please read this books with their students over the summer.




Summer Food Service Program for Children



St. Albans City School  is participating in the Summer Food Service Program for Children.  Funded by the United States Department of Agriculture, the program is designed to ensure that children who rely on free or reduced price meals during the school year continue to have adequate nutrition throughout the summer.  Meals will be provided to all children without charge and are the same for all children regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability, and there will be no discrimination in the course of the meal service. Meals are available to all children 18 years of age or younger at the following locations:



Site Name and Address
Dates of Operation

Meal
Meal Service Time

Site Supervisor’s Name

SATEC

June 25-Aug. 16
Breakfast &Lunch
 
8:00-9:30am
11:15-12:45pm
Tammy Deuso
BFA St. Albans
June 25-Aug. 16
Breakfast & Lunch

8:00-9:30am
11:15-12:45pm
Claudette Bostwick
St. Albans City School
June 25- Aug. 16
Breakfast &Lunch

8:00-9:30am
11:15-12:45pm
Desiree Gunter

St. Albans City Pool                                               
June 25 – August 16

Lunch


  
11:00 - 12:45pm
Kelly Viens                       


Please feel free to visit the above locations at any time during the Summer Food Service Program operation.
Adults may eat breakfast for $1.25 and lunch for $3.25.



This program is open to all SACS students regardless of free/reduced lunch status.

For additional information, contact        Desiree Gunter or Wendy Trainer        at        527-0565       .
 


The Greater St. Albans Middle School Band


Practice Wednesday 6/20. The practice is in the library. Please be there at 8:45am. It will end at noon.


News from Team Imagination




Team Imagination's second graders had a publishing celebration!  They all worked hard researching ecosystems and organisms.  Their final product was a hardcover non-fiction book!
Summer Events


Poetry Slam


A Youth Voice Event to raise money for a youth center in St. Albans. June 30th and August 25th. 7:00-10:00pm at The Voltage Clubhouse. 10 Kingman St. St. Albans.


American Red Cross Babysitter's Training


Where: NCSS Family Center in the Mable Conference Room
When: July 13th 2012
Time: 9:00am- 4:00pm


For more information or to register, contact April Wright at 802-393-6564 or april.wright@ncssinc.org.


Have a safe and happy Summer!


Look for periodic announcements and building updates over the summer.


The first day of school is August 29th. 

Friday, June 15, 2012

Announcements 6-18-12

News from  WordMasters


The WordMasters Teams had an Ice Cream Social last Wednesday to celebrate their acheivements. They were treated to a WordMasters movie, starring the third grade team and produced by Mrs. Lang and they shared their favorite words. 


BoxTops For Education




A Huge Thank You to Dynamic Design for leading the school's sustainable fundraising. This year they organized the boxtops drives and the labels for education. The $2400 raised was divided among the 12 learning communities giving each $200.00 towards field trips. The students learned some very important details to be careful about when collecting box tops and labels. They have started on next year's collection, and hope that everyone will continue to collect over the summer.  


News from The Voyagers




One Fish, Two Fish, Three Fish.......BIG FISH!
The Voyagers had a great day at Kamp Kilkare on Wednesday! 
The sun may have not been out but the fish were biting!! 
The students enjoyed fishing, swimming, and the great out doors!

Dynamic Design Creates A Carnival!





Dynamic Design students planned, designed, and executed a carnival on Thursday for the Investigator team.  There were numerous activities for kids to participate in ranging from face painting, sack races, tug-of-war, balloon tosses, and so much more.  Students from the 7/8 community even created a concession stand where the Investigators could trade in their tickets for valuable prizes.  The carnival ended with a huge raffle drawing with lots of cool prizes.  The Investigator team wants to give a huge thank you to the students of Dynamic Design for their hard work.  We had so much fun that we thought we were at a REAL carnival!

News from Team USA


On Thursday, the Team USA 7th Graders organized and hosted a celebration for their 8th grade classmates.  Parts of the day were recorded. 



2012 8th Grade Celebration from Team USA on Vimeo.


Team USA closed the books on another exciting year. The 7th grade students planned 
a day to honor their classmates and friends. The day included team building fun, a ceremony
 honoring the 8th graders and of course a sing along concert.



For Kindergarten Students


There is no school for Kindergartners today (6/18). They will return tomorrow (6/19) for Step Up Day.


Library Countdown


Yay! We're getting there! Check beside the  plastic  baby pool, under the deck, behind the air conditioner - those books are there somewhere! We're down to missing 1,894!
Good Work!



Field Trip


Incredibles & Discovery are going to the City Pool at 12:30pm.


Hot Lunch Entree for Monday June 18th


Oven Baked Chicken Nuggets w/Dipping Sauce
Oven Baked French Fries
Wheat Bread Slice
Fresh Fruit
Farm Fresh Milk





Thursday, June 14, 2012

Announcements 6-15-12

Kindergarten Graduation


Wednesday night was kindergarten graduation. Students sang and danced for their audience. The parking lot and the big gym were packed as families joined for the celebration.


News from The Travelers



The Traveler team planted squash, corn, potatoes and beans with the Farm to School Program.  We will be tending the garden over the summer and next fall.  When we harvest we will have a feast!


News from The Cafe





Even though the school year is winding down, it's still busy in the cafe! Students had a chance to sample some healthy snacks again during lunch on Tuesday -- when they were done eating, they could compost their food waste with the assistance of our helpful and friendly composting volunteers. 


Field Trips


The Travelers are going to Mt. Philo State Park at 9:00am.


The Explorers are going to the Burlington Waterfront, Spirit of Ethan Allen and the ECHO Museum at 10:00am.


Eighth Grade Graduation


Tonight (6/15) at 6:00 in the Big Gym. Good Luck Eighth Graders!!


Library Countdown


As of noon on Thursday June 14th - there are still 1,979 books out there!
Please look under the couch cushions, in the tree house, and on top of the refrigerator - you know they must be somewhere!





Hot Lunch Entree for Friday June 15th


End of Year BBQ 


Grilled Hamburgers &; Hot Dogs w/all the Fixings 
Ketchup, Mustard, Relish,  Pickles, Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato & Onions 
Summertime Potato Salad 
Chilled Watermelon 
Patriot Pops 
Farm Fresh Milk



Wednesday, June 13, 2012

Announcements 6-14-12


News from the Bucket Fillers


The City School Bucket Fillers took a field trip to the Holiday House to sing songs and spread the word about being a bucket filler. The residents loved the songs about sunshine! Afterward, they went to the Bay Park for a picnic. The bucket fillers invite you to spread the word and do something to fill someone's bucket today and every day!


News from Athletics


All 5-8 Raider Athletes. Please return all uniforms to Mrs. Trainer ASAP.

 
City School athletes have done an outstanding job this year demonstrating sportsmanship, leadership and athletic development. Our athletic program prides itself on our students and their personal accomplishments. We wish everyone a safe, healthy and active summer. Fall Sign-Ups will begin the first day of school. Please call Mrs.Trainer at 527-0565 ext 1102 with any questions.
 
Bobwhite  Boys Basketball Camp
Grades 4-12 Sign-Ups happening now. Please contact Ken Fairchild at BFA 527-6555.
 
 
Regal Gymnastics/Cheer Camps
Boys and girls in grades 1 - 9.
Sign-ups happening now. Contact Regal Gym 802-655-3300 or www.regalgym.com
 
St. Albans City Recreation Department
The Rec Department offers numerous summer programs and events.including running, sport samplers, and swimming.

Library Countdown

Good work, everyone!  Our beginning count on Wednesday is 2,099 books still out! 


Run for your life


The Brandon Stephenson 4.4 mile memorial Run/
Walk/Bike… just come!




START TIME 9am.8:45 for walkers


Pre registration: Cost $25 includes shirt
Race day Registration $30.


The start and finish for the race will be at the St. Albans City Pool (Aldis St. St. Albans) where Dee has been a constant for over 20 years.


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For more info, directions & to register on line at: www.runforyourlifevt.com
Mail it to address below, or print off and drop off at St. Albans City Pool!


The facility has changing rooms, bathrooms, and lifeguards will be on duty for those who want to cool down after the race in the pool.


Can’t make it, but still would like to donate?


Please mail to Missy Reynolds @ 1568 Lake Road,
Milton, Vermont 05468
Questions? Call 893-4860

Field Trip

Team Imagination is going to The Montshire Museum at 8:15am and will be returning to school at 4:45pm.


School Board Meeting


Tonight (6/14) at 6:00pm in The Library.


Hot Lunch Entree for Thursday June 14th


Nachos Supreme
Seasoned Taco Meat, Nacho Cheese Sauce, Lettuce, &  Corn Tortilla Chips
Brown Rice Pilaf
Black Bean Salsa
Fresh Fruit
Farm Fresh Milk

Tuesday, June 12, 2012

Announcements 6-13-12

News from Discovery & The Incredibles








Last week Discovery and The Incredibles took an all day field trip to The Pump House, The water park at Jay Peak Resort. There were able to be daring and go down water slides or tube around the lazy river. It was a great day full of lots of fun!


News from The Investigators







Box Tops for Education - News from Dynamic Design





Congratulations St. Albans City School!  We have just wrapped up our final collection competition for the year with great success!  We received Box Tops and Labels from the Pre-K class and all the way up through 7th/8th homerooms, with everyone in between!  Well Done, Raiders!

We collected another 1,613 Box Tops in just a few weeks' time, and you know what that translates to: $161.30!  This will begin building toward our 2012-2013 Goal.  This money gets turned around and returned to homerooms for funding, so the more we collect, the more funds to spread around!

We would like to specially recognize 5 homerooms who each collected over 100 Box Tops:

1st - Mr. Edwards' Class   - 248
2nd - Mrs. Williams' Class - 182
3rd - Mrs. Cox's Class     - 165
4th - Mrs. Morton's Class  - 144
5th - Mrs. Provost's Class - 136
Honorable Mentions to Ms. Halvorsen's Class (96) and Mrs. Walsh's Class (89).
THANK YOU SO MUCH to ALL the homerooms throughout the school who participated! Every 1 makes a difference!

We will continue to collect and accept Box Tops for Education, Labels for Education, and Tyson A+ Project Labels anytime you have them, so please remember to keep clipping (and keep clicking - you can earn online at btfe.com)!  Please don't forget to continue collecting throughout the summer!  Thanks so much for your support!





Field Trips


Team USA is going to Georgia Beach at 8:15am


Voyagers are going to Kill Kare State Park at 9:45am


Kindergarten Graduation


It will take place tonight (6/13) at 6:00pm in the Big Gym


Hot Lunch Entree for Wednesday June 13th


Italian Style Meatball Sub On Wheat Roll
Zesty Lemon Couscous
Fresh Fruit
Farm Fresh Milk

Monday, June 11, 2012

Announcements 6-12-12

News from Team USA


Culminating Event
Team USA held its final culminating event of the year on June 7, 2012.  Team USA would like to thank all the parents, relatives and friends for being a great audience and supporting their son or daughter.  It was encouraging to have a standing room only crowd!  


The Everywhere We Go Awards is a student organized and produced program. Students take time to reflect on their time in Team USA, a learning community at St. Albans City School. Students, organized in small groups, shared speeches, skits, songs, and comments about what we have accomplished. Each group's production was organized into a larger show that took the shape of an awards show in the fashion of a Hollywood award show.

Kindergarten Carnival
Team USA hosted a carnival for Bright Beginnings.  Students enjoyed face painting, tatoos, sack races, parachute games, sponge toss, and various other games.







Field Trips


Kindergarten is going to the Missisiquoi Valley Wildlife Refuge at 9:00am


Discovery & Incredibles are going to Kill Kare State Park at 10:30am


Mongo Concert


The Mongo Concert for Senior Band will be at 1:30 in the Big Gym.




Summer Food Service Program



In accordance with federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating
on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability. To file a complaint of discrimination write USDA, Director,
Office of Civil Rights, Room 326-W, Whitten Building, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20250-9410 or call
(800) 795-3272 or (202) 720-6382 (TTY). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.


Summer Food Service Program for ALL students
ages 3 – 18 years.


Funded by the United States Department of Agriculture in partnership with the St.
Albans City School and the Abbey.
Students may access breakfast and lunch at no charge at the following sites:


Site Name and Address
Dates of Operation

Meal
Meal Service Time

Site Supervisor’s Name

SATEC

June 25-Aug. 16
Breakfast &Lunch
 
8:00-9:30am
11:15-12:45pm
Tammy Deuso
BFA St. Albans
June 25-Aug. 16
Breakfast & Lunch

8:00-9:30am
11:15-12:45pm
Claudette Bostwick
St. Albans City School
June 25- Aug. 16
Breakfast & Lunch

8:00-9:30am
11:15-12:45pm
Desiree Gunter

St. Albans City Pool                                               
June 25 – August 16

Lunch


  
11:00 - 12:45pm
Kelly Viens                       


Please feel free to visit the above locations at any time during the Summer Food Service Program operation.
Adults may eat breakfast for $1.25 and lunch for $3.25.



This program is open to all SACS students.

For additional information, contact        Desiree Gunter or Wendy Trainer        at        527-0565       .
 



The Pool is Open!


This week, the City Pool is open for evening swim every night from 3:00pm-6:00pm. The pool will be open for regular hours starting next Wednesday. 


Library Countdown


Here's Monday's number: 2,235!  Look in your book box, car, under the couch and in the dog house! Thank you!


Hot Lunch Entree for Tuesday June 12th


Wheat Spaghetti  w/ Meat or Garden Marinara Sauce 
Chopped Green Salad w/Herb Dressing 
Wheat Bread Slice 
Fresh Fruit 
Farm Fresh Milk