Announcements 12-3-12

News from The Voyagers

The Voyagers got a chance to experience the conferences well before the conferences when our older students modeled the conference process for the rest of  the team. It pays to be prepared!!!!

PAG 2013

We need your help!  Any 8th grade parents who would like to be included in the emails about the Parent Advisory Group (PAG), ongoing fundraisers and general information about year end activities please email erica_debellis@hotmail.com or call 524-2975.  Please get involved to help bring a  great year end event to our kids.  We can use all the help we can get.

Drama Club

The first meeting is today (12/3) at from 3:15-5:00pm 

Hot Lunch Entree for Monday December 3rd


Dress Your Own Burger 
Sliced Tomato & Lettuce 
Seasoned Potato Wedges 
Fresh Fruit 
Hood Milk

Announcements 11-29-12

News from The Incredibles

Incredibles Skype With Senator Leahy

On November 28th,  the Incredibles 6th graders skyped with Senator Leahy. They learned information about what he does in Washington and for our state. Some students posed questions to Senator Leahy, and he responded in detail. Some questions involved Senator Leahy’s opinions and others were about his job. Most students described Senator Leahy being kind and cared about our state and our school.

Almost all the questions were  serious, except one. To top it off we asked a fun question, knowing he has been involved with four Batman movies. We posed the question of “Who was your favorite superhero and why?” He responded with a lot of detail and was very kind...Batman was his favorite superhero,  he mentioned about how he used to read about the Batman comics, when he was younger. Everyone loved the skype with Senator Leahy, and appreciated his time.

-Incredibles 6th Graders....

Operation Happiness Food Drive

City School has now collected 22% of our goal of 2012 items.  Keep bringing in those non-perishable food items.  Yesterday Team Triumph brought in over 100 items.  Go Raiders!

Fire Drill

Out first morning fire drill was held Wednesday morning and it was handled flawlessly by staff and students. Thank you!

Band Announcement

Jr. band and beginning band for 5th and 6th are having rehearsals today, and full orchestra is after school today.

Odyssey of the Mind

Meeting tonight in room A3 from 6:00-7:00pm.

Reminder

No school tomorrow(11/30) due to Learning Showcases. Enjoy the long weekend!

PAG 2013 Wreath Pickup

Wreath Pick up will be from 3:00-5:00pm Saturday 12/1 in the Big Gym. 


News from the Health Office

The SACS Health Office has it's own website with immunization and health information. It sac be found on our SACS homepage.  https://sites.google.com/a/fcsuvt.org/nurses-office

News from The Energy Committee

We have done experiments with the laser thermometer and found that the temperature of the inside of the outside wall is 68 degrees, the temperature of the window glass is 57 degrees and the temperature of the blinds when closed is 69 degrees. Having the blinds closed is like having no windows. Please remember to close your blinds every night. Also, don't forget to turn off your power strips.
Please help us conserve energy in our school!


Hot Lunch Entree for Thursday Nov. 29th

Chicken or Cheese Quesadilla 
Brown Rice Pilaf 
Warm Black Beans 
Roasted Zucchini
Autumn Harvest Salad 
Fresh Fruit 
Hood Milk

Announcements 11-28-12

News from Third Grade Math

The 3rd graders visited JC Image and helped print the Raider tee shirts!

The students are using the Raider tee shirt orders during math class.  The challenge is to devise an efficient way to organize all the orders resulting in an accurate count for the printer.  They also need to organize and count the "Raider cash and Raider checks". 

Operation Happiness Food Drive Update

Operation Happiness is off the ground with a great start.  We have collected 208 items, which is 10% of our total! 

Don't forget to bring your items in!  So far the Gates Ice Cream party is going to the Incredibles!

Codesmyths Announcement

"Are you ready?  We're about to start!  The first class of the Codesmyths programming course will be held on Monday, December 3.  All students who are taking the course, please check your email for information on the time and location, and the course expectations.  There's a survey that needs to be submitted before you attend class on Monday.  Looking forward to seeing everyone!"

Drama Announcement

Drama Club begins Monday, December 3 in Room A1. Even if you haven't signed up yet, you may still come to the first meeting. Ms. Jarvis will be out during the day, but will return for this meeting! See you then! 

News from Open Doors

Please be aware that Open Doors is meeting this week. It is only Tutoring that is not meeting.

Also, the Sprouts program on Thursday is continuing. All students that participate in this program received a call home.

Hot Lunch Entree for Wednesday Nov. 28th

Chicken Parmesan Sandwich on Toasted Wheat Roll 

Chopped Green Salad 

Roasted Broccoli 

Fresh Fruit 

Hood Milk

Announcements 11-27-12

.News from the Voyagers

The Voyagers had a 'Fun Friday' before break. Their last activity of the day was the creation of some tasty turkey treats. These homemade turkeys were made with all the fixings and were a vegetarian delight! 

Food Drive

Instead of wasting paper making posters, look for all information about the 2012 Food Drive to be posted in The Daily Announcements.

The first collection will be today (11/27). Team Renaissance students will be coming around to each community to pick up items donated.

Remember - there will be a Gates Fudge Ice-Cream party for the Learning Community who collects the most food items!

Band Announcement

6th grade drums, clarinet, and alto sax and trombone have lessons today, and beginning trombone. Students are reminded that if you forget your instrument, you should be in lessons.


Odyssey of the Mind

The K, 1 and 2 team meets today from 5:30-6:30 in the Library.

Hot Lunch Entree for Tuesday Nov. 27th


Spaghetti w/ Meat or Garden Marinara Sauce 
Chopped Green Salad 
Garlic Bread Stick 
Fresh Fruit 
Hood Milk

Announcements 11-26-12

Welcome Back!

Students do not have school on Friday (11/30) due to Learning Showcases.  

Tutoring & Open Doors

There is no tutoring this week due to Learning Showcases. Open Doors classes are running as usual Monday through Thursday.

News from Athletics

All Raider athletes are required to return their participation forms to their coaches or Mrs.Trainer in order to continuing participating. Please contact Mrs. Trainer if you have any questions at 527-0565 ext 1102.

Concussions in athletics can happen at any time. Parents and athletes should be aware of the signs and facts of head injuries. Please find more information at http://www.cdc.gov/concussion/headsup/youth.html

Band Announcement

Fifth grade beginning band students are reminded that they have their lessons today, and 4th grade string students are after school today starting at 2:30.

Operation Happiness Food Drive

Team Renaissance will be collecting non-perishable food items for Operation Happiness Food Drive (formally known as Cram the Complex).  Communities will be provided with a collection box beginning November 26th until Thursday, December 6th.  Our goal for this year is 2012 food items.  We will collect items from your Learning Communities boxes by noon each day.  There will be a Gates Fudge Ice-Cream party for the Learning Community who collects the most food items.

Suggested Food Items:
Canned Vegetables
Soup
Cereal
Oatmeal
Peanut Butter
Jelly/Jam
Ketchup
Mustard
Mayonnaise
Pasta
Spaghetti Sauces
Tuna Fish
Bottled Gravy
Stuffing Mix
Jello
Puddings

Hot Lunch Entree for Monday November 26th

Fish N Chips 

Fish Sticks 

Roasted  Potato Wedges  

Fresh Broccoli and Carrot Salad 

Zucchini Muffin 

Fresh Fruit 

Hood Milk

Announcements 11-16-12

Happy Thanksgiving

It's a busy day today at SACS. It's the last day before Thanksgiving break and we have many things going on today into the night.

Picture Retake Day

It's picture retake day. Please bring your pictures in to return if you are having them retaken.

K-3 Fun Night Tonight

All students is grades K-3 are invited to attend "Fun Night" hosted by the PAG on Friday Nov. 16th from 3-5pm. It's $2 for admission (permission slips can be found at the front desk if you did not receive one). There will be a variety of carnival games and other activities such as: face painting, arts and crafts, Legos, parachute, relay races, and many other games. There will be free healthy snacks provided. If you have questions, please contact Stacie Rouleau at 527-0565 ext. 3009 and we hope to see you there!

"Backyard" Movie Night Tonight for Grades 6, 7  8

Tonight is SACS movie night hosted by PAG 2013. It's $3 to get in and there will be snacks and drinks available for purchase. Bring a camp chair if you can! The movie starts at 6:30pm. Parents please remember that pick up is at the front door at 9pm.

If you have any questions about movie night please contact Desiree Gunter at 527-0565 or email at gunterd@fcsuvt.org.

News from Renaissance

 Team Renaissance will be collecting non-perishable food items for Operation Happiness Food Drive (formally known as Cram the Complex).  Communities will be provided with a collection box beginning November 26th until Thursday, December 6th.  Our goal for this year is 2012 food items.  We will collect items from your Learning Communities boxes by noon each day.  There will be a Gates Fudge Ice-Cream party for the Learning Community who collects the most food items.
Suggested Food Items:
Canned Vegetables
Soup
Cereal
Oatmeal
Peanut Butter
Jelly/Jam
Ketchup
Mustard
Mayonnaise
Pasta
Spaghetti Sauces
Tuna Fish
Bottled Gravy
Stuffing Mix
Jello
Puddings

Holiday Luncheon

Families are invited to our annual Holiday Luncheon today. Please join your child at their normal lunch time. Guests may notice some changes in our menu this year because even the holiday lunch must follow the new nutrition standards set by the USDA for school meals. The cost is $3.25 for adults and $1.60 for children. 

Menu:

Oven Roasted Turkey 

Chef’s Mashed Potato w/Gravy 

Steamed Peas 

Chilled Cranberry Sauce

Homemade Dinner Roll 

Festive Dessert 

Hood Milk

Lunch Schedule:

10:45-11:15 - all 7th and 8th grades

11:15-11:45- Investigators and Explorers

11:30-12:00 - Imagination and Travelers

11:45-12:15 - Incredibles and Discovery

12:00-12:30 - Triumph and Voyagers

12:30-1:00 - Kindergarten

Have a safe and happy break! See you on Monday November 26th.

Announcements 11-15-12

News from Art

The 2012 Franklin Central Supervisory Union Student Art Show held it's reception Tuesday night at the St. Albans Armory. There was Pottery, Paintings, Paper Mache, Kites, Weavings, Handmade Books, Butterflies, Perspective Drawings, and a 26'x7' Giant Weaving made by over 700 St. Albans City School students for the Veterans Day Celebration. 

Student art work on display was from St. Albans City School, St. Albans Town Educational Center, Fairfield Center School and BFA. The show is open Nov, 14,15, and 16 from 8:00-5:00 pm.

Band Announcement

The first rehearsal of the beginning band is today at 11:30. This rehearsal will include all of the 5th and 6th grade beginners, which includes the 6th graders who are beginners in the Jr. Band. 

Athletics

7/8 Cheerleading starts today at 3:30 in the Small Gym.
5/6 Boys Basketball with Coach Deslauriers starts 11/15 from 4:30-6
5/6 Boys Basketball with Coach Turner started last night at 7
7/8 Girls Basketball with Coach Phillips starts 11/26 at 6-7:30

All athletes are required to complete and hand in Athletic Participation Forms prior to the start of the season. Please see Mrs. Trainer with any questions or concerns.

Odyssey of the Mind

Meeting tonight at 6:00pm in Mr. Galle's room.

Hot Lunch Entree for Thursday Nov. 15th


Taco Bar w/ The Works 
Seasoned Taco Meat, Shredded Cheese, Lettuce, Salsa & Soft Flour Tortilla 
Rice Pilaf 
Rainbow Slaw 
Fresh Fruit 
Hood Milk

Announcements 11-14-12

Veterans Day - SACS in the News


WCAX.COM Local Vermont News, Weather and Sports- News from Tutoring

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Thank You

We just wanted to thank and acknowledge everyone's participation in
the Veterans Day celebration that was held earlier today. Together, we
did something that those heroic veterans will never forget. Its
amazing what we can accomplish when we gather together for something
bigger than our school. This event truly makes City School and
St.Albans shine.

Sincerely,

Madeleine-
member of leadership group,
Team USA

The Full Veterans Day video is posted below



2012 SACS Veterans Day Celebration from Team USA on Vimeo.

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K-3 Fun Night

All students is grades K-3 are invited to attend "Fun Night" hosted by the PAG on Friday Nov. 16th from 3-5pm. It's $2 for admission (permission slips can be found at the front desk if you did not receive one). There will be a variety of carnival games and other activities such as: face painting, arts and crafts, Legos, parachute, relay races, and many other games. There will be free healthy snacks provided. If you have questions, please contact Stacie Rouleau at 527-0565 ext. 3009 and we hope to see you there!


SES Tutoring News

Please go to this link for Updates on After School Tutoring:

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Oqx0TFNsbz6QtRzVuFhfsulZJVU1imskWyeDrtdVSBk/edit

News from Drama Club

Drama Club will be starting for any student in grades 5,6,7 and 8 who are interested in being a part of this years production of "Beauty and the Beast". Our first meeting will be Monday, December 3rd from 3:15-5:00 in room A1. IMPORTANT CHANGE:The schedule has been changed since the first one that was handed out. THERE WILL BE ONLY ONE SATURDAY REHEARSAL. All practices will take place after school. This is going to be a very exciting production. Big plans are underway to make this show the best one ever! We will also need students to be stage hands, so if you are interested in that, come to the first meeting. See you there! 
-Miss Jarvis

Hot Lunch Entree for Wednesday Nov. 14th


Homemade  Cheese or Veggie Pizza  
Chopped Green Salad 
Roasted Broccoli 
Fresh Fruit  
Hood Milk

Announcements 11-13-12

Veterans Day

The Veterans Day celebration that took place in Taylor Park on Monday was a huge success. All of the students and staff from SACS attended, along with students from SATEC and BFA. We had a chance to honor and thank Veterans with songs, speeches and plenty of applause. Thank you to everyone who made this incredible and important day possible. 

"Backyard" Movie Night Friday Night 

We have an exciting Movie Night planned for this Friday. We are watching a movie about a cool, web slinging dude with super strength played by Andrew Garfield and his girlfriend played by Emma Stone. Movie night is on Friday the 16th from 6:30-9:00pm. Please everyone bring your own camp chair if possible. It is for grades 6-8. Admission is $3.00 and snacks and drinks will be available for purchase. All money raised is going toward 8th grade project graduation. Hope to see you there!

Odyssey of The Mind

Division II Team meets every tonight and every Tuesday from 6:00-7:00pm outside of school.

The K-2 team meets in the library tonight (11/13) from 5:30-6:30

Hot Lunch Entree for Tuesday Nov. 13th

Macaroni & Cheese 
Roasted Local 
Zucchini Sticks 
Fresh VT Apple 
Hood Milk

Announcements 11-12-12

Veterans Day Celebration

City School is celebrating Veterans Day with a ceremony on November 12, 2012 in Taylor Park. This letter is to inform and invite you to join your child in honoring our nation's veterans in a brief ceremony.  

We are going to leave the school at 9:15 and walk to the park for the ceremony starting at 10:00.  You are invited to walk with us. We will be back at the school by 11:30 in time for lunch.  If you have any concerns please contact your child’s teacher.

Every student will be bringing home a ribbon. We ask that you support your child in writing the names of veterans close to your family, on the ribbon. Your child will then wear the ribbon to the ceremony to honor the veterans. We would encourage you to access our daily announcements to go over the book about veterans and sing the song “This Land is Your Land”. The song will be sung during the ceremony and we would like all students to feel comfortable singing.      

Thank You,

Veterans Day Committee St. Albans City School.

News from Team Triumph

On election day, Team Triumph held a debate. After learning how our president gets elected, students were unsure if using the electoral college was the best way. A group of sixth graders researched the merits of the electoral college and the merits of using popular vote. After a few days of preparation, they discussed the topic in a formal debate setting. Students had points ranging from benefits for minorities, to faithless electors, to disproportionate advantages for small states. After the debate, the rest of the team voted on which side they found more persuasive. It was close, but in the end, more students were convinced that the electoral college is in fact the best way to elect our president.

Band Announcement

There will be no band lessons today, but Tuesday will be a normal day. There will be beginning violin and cello lessons after school today for 4th grade students.

Holiday Luncheon

Families are invited to our annual Holiday Luncheon on November 16th. Please join your child at their normal lunch time. Guests may notice some changes in our menu this year because even the holiday lunch must follow the new nutrition standards set by the USDA for school meals. The cost is $3.25 for adults and $1.60 for children. 

Menu:

Oven Roasted Turkey 

Chef’s Mashed Potato w/Gravy 

Steamed Peas 

Chilled Cranberry Sauce

Homemade Dinner Roll 

Festive Dessert 

Hood Milk

Lunch Schedule:

10:45-11:15 - all 7th and 8th grades

11:15-11:45- Investigators and Explorers

11:30-12:00 - Imagination and Travelers

11:45-12:15 - Incredibles and Discovery

12:00-12:30 - Triumph and Voyagers

12:30-1:00 - Kindergarten

Raider Report

Raider Report - September to November 2012 from Team USA on Vimeo.

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The first Raider Report of the year has been posted online and submitted to Northwest Access TV.  

To view it online go to https://vimeo.com/53142918 or you can wait to view it on Channel 15 in the coming weeks.

Raider Report is a student created new show. The purpose of the show is to share the many wonderful things happening at St. Albans City School.

The Raider Report crew is comprised of 7th and 8th grade students from Team USA. 

St. Albans Youth Cheer

For any students (girl or boy) in grades K-4. The cost is $110 and that includes a complete uniform. If you already have a uniform the cost is $60. For more information contact Stacie Rouleau 782-1157 and information sheets are available at the front desk. 

Sign ups are Nov. 25 at the Complex at 5 pm. 

Hot Lunch Entree for Monday Nov. 12th

Dress Your Own Hot Dog 
Marinated Tomato Cucumber Salad 
Baked Beans
Fresh Fruit 
Hood Milk

Announcements 11-9-12

News from The Voyagers

The Voyagers decided to demonstrate their skills, and their love of art, by holding a monthly drawing contest! Every month students submit pictures to the team about a posted theme and then the team votes to chose the winners! Take a look at this months winners! Out theme for November is Turkey Time- interpret it how you will! When you pass through our hall take a glance at the student work.

Veterans Day Celebration Note

Remember to wear RED, WHITE and BLUE on Monday to honor the Veterans at our school-wide celebration in Taylor Park.

Dance Tonight (11/9) for Grades 6, 7 and 8

Renaissance is hosting a dance tonight from 7:00-9:00pm. It's $3 to get in or $2 if you bring a canned good to donate.

Arrival and Dismissal from Dances:

Students  enter through the gymnasium doors and sign themselves into the dance.

School Expectations (Safe, Achieving, Caring) remain at all evening events and that includes dances.

At the end of our dances, chaperones and staff will walk students through the building to our front lobby. We will dismiss from there.

Please be prompt for pick up as staff and chaperones need to get home too. If your student does not have a ride home, please don’t send them to our dances unless they have made arrangements before coming to the dance.

WordMasters

The WordMasters Teams are in full swing preparing for their first challenge. You can see them hard at work enriching their vocabulary and deciphering analogies!

News from The Energy Committee

During the energy meeting, all the energy captains decided on two simple tasks to conserve energy. They are shutting your thermal shades at night and turning off power strips. If you could please remember to do this, that would help our energy bills greatly! Thanks, and let's win the Whole School Energy Challenge!

Hot Lunch Entree for Friday Nov. 9th


Waffle  Sticks w/ Warm Syrup  
Scrambled Eggs 
Sweet and White Home Fries 
Green Pepper Strips  
Happy Birthday 100% Fruit Juice Shape Up 
Fresh Fruit 
Hood Milk

Announcements 11-8-12

Veterans Day 

Dear Families,

City School is celebrating Veterans Day with a ceremony on November 12, 2012 in Taylor Park. This letter is to inform and invite you to join your child in honoring our nation's veterans in a brief ceremony.  

We are going to leave the school at 9:15 and walk to the park for the ceremony starting at 10:00.  You are invited to walk with us. We will be back at the school by 11:30 in time for lunch.  If you have any concerns please contact your child’s teacher by Friday November 9th.

Early in the week each child will be bringing home a ribbon. We ask that you support your child in writing the names of veterans close to your family, on the ribbon. Your child will then wear the ribbon to the ceremony to honor the veterans. We would encourage you to access our daily announcements to go over the book about veterans and sing the song “This Land is Your Land”. The song will be sung during the ceremony and we would like all students to feel comfortable singing.      

Thank You,

Veterans Day Committee St. Albans City School.

Please watch the video below in your classroom.

The Wall from Team USA on Vimeo.
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News from Art

Congratulations to Andrew from Dynamic Design whose poster won the local Lions International Peace Poster contest. 

The District Art Show at the St. Albans Armory will start next week - the Opening Reception will be Tuesday, Nov 13th from 5-7 PM. The show will be open on Weds, Nov 14th through Sunday, November 18th.

News from Team USA

WOW!  Team USA had a extremely productive day today.  We had students working the polls doing a variety of jobs in St. Albans City, Town, and Swanton.  The Raider Report team split up to interview candidates, voters, and officials.  They returned to school to edit their footage into 2 and 5 minute compilations for the Northwest Access TV (http://northwestaccess.tv/) or (http://www.facebook.com/pages/Northwest-Access-TV/152446601473166). They met the 5pm deadline and got  to see their work displayed on election night.  

Another group of students were able to unveil their Northwest Access TV Survey.  Students collected close to 300 completed surveys throughout the day.  They will present the final results to the Northwest Access TV Board at a later date.  

Along with the Northwest Access TV work, we were able to pull together a collection for the Greenwood Cemetery.  Over $400 will be donated to help with the repair of numerous headstones that were vandalized.  Thank you to all community members that donated to this fund.

If that was not enough, we had small groups of students working at the local democratic and republican headquarters making calls to remind people to get out and vote.

    

Back at school students completed some regular school work and we also had our Energy Committee lead a school wide meeting with Seth, our energy guide, in regards tot he Energy Challenge that started earlier in the year.

    

One of the busiest days in Team USA history has come to an end.  Well done, Team USA.  Time to get ready for our Veterans' Day celebration next Monday and then the Annual Senior Citizens Thanksgiving Meal on November 16.  Don't forget to do your homework!

News for 8th Graders and Families

Please pencil in your calendars- Monday January 14, 2013 at 6:30 will be the first get together of the year for 8th graders attending BFA in the fall . Held at BFA.

News from Bright Beginnings

Mrs. Lawyer's Class in costume.

Kindergarten students had some festive fun last week!

No Open Doors Today

This is a reminder that there is no Open Doors today, Thursday, November 8th however, Tutoring is meeting.

Odyssey of the Mind

The team meets tonight at 6:00pm in A3.

School Board

Meeting today at 6:00pm in the SACS Library.

St Albans Skating Association

Sign ups are going on for kids ages 4-9. The cost is $75 and there are free equipment rentals still available. Please visit www.stalbanshockey.com for more info. 

Hot Lunch Entree for Thursday Nov. 8th


Chicken Fajitas 
Chicken, Sautéed Onions and Peppers, Soft Flour Tortilla, Salsa, Cabot Sour Cream  
Rice Pilaf 
Warm Black Beans 
Steamed Corn 
Fresh Fruit 
Hood Milk