Harwood Middle School Update, November 30, 2018
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| Curious about dissecting the EYE of a "vitula eligans" Our 8th grade scientisst had the opportunity to explore the biological world of optics through a hands-on approach. |
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| Making connections between what we see ("Solfege" hand signs) and what we hear/sing. Solfege is a time-honored tradition that dates back to the eleventh century. The theorist and composer Guido of Arezzo introduced a set of syllables corresponding to the pattern of tones and semitones. |
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| A HUMS artist putting the finishing touches on a our TA team Corn Hole Boards.. Competition between our Teacher Advisories coming soon. Perfect game for winter. |
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IMPORTANT BUS NOTICE
There will be changes to Buses 19 and 20 in the afternoon only. The effective date is Monday, 12/3. First Student has moved the River Road and Jones Brook Road drop-offs from Bus 20 to Bus 19.
If you have any questions, please call the Bus Barn at 244-6422.
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HUUSD SCHOOL BOARD UPDATE
Dear members of our six town community,
Below please find the votes and key agenda items from the HUUSD board meeting on November 7.
1. Approved the following items as part of the consent agenda for November 7, 2018: Approve Minutes of 10/24/18, Accept Director of Finance Report, Accept pre-approved Board warrants (1101 for $116,224.61 and 1102 for $$97,536.69 Total = $213,761.30), Approve use of Moretown Maintenance Reserve funds for DDC upgrade of HVAC system at Moretown Elementary School, Confirm 2nd December HUUSD Board Meeting for Dec. 19, 2018
2. After discussion, approved telephone lease.
3. After discussion, approved final HUUSD BOD asset management goal.
4. After discussion, accepted the board leadership report and HUHS principal letter with the caveat that we will have board discussion before any more action is taken.
6. As part of budget work, the BOD reviewed enrollment data and projections for preK - 12 students at all seven HUUSD campuses and expects to review further projection reports at its next meeting on Nov. 28.
Our next HUUSD board meeting is scheduled for 6:00 pm on Wednesday, November 28th at the HUHS library.
On Monday, November 12, the board participated in legal training/Q&A with Attorney Pietro Lynn. On Tuesday November 13, the board hosted a community engagement workshop at HUHS library.
For more information, please visit wwsu.org for board agendas and minutes and to find the link to watch board meetings. The direct link to watch this and past meetings is: https://mrvtv.com/category/
Thank you for your continued support and engagement.
Respectfully,
The HUUSD Board
Christine Sullivan (Waitsfield) *Chair, Caitlin Hollister (Waterbury) *Vice Chair, Alycia Biondo (Warren), Jill Ellis (Fayston), Gabe Gilman (Moretown), Linda Hazard (Moretown), Garett MacCurtain (Duxbury), Maureen McCracken (Waterbury), Theresa Membrino (Fayston), Melissa Phillips (Waterbury), Torrey Smith (Duxbury), Alexandra Thomsen (Waterbury), Rosemarie White (Warren), Rob Williams (Waitsfield)
Below please find the votes and key agenda items from the HUUSD board meeting on November 7.
1. Approved the following items as part of the consent agenda for November 7, 2018: Approve Minutes of 10/24/18, Accept Director of Finance Report, Accept pre-approved Board warrants (1101 for $116,224.61 and 1102 for $$97,536.69 Total = $213,761.30), Approve use of Moretown Maintenance Reserve funds for DDC upgrade of HVAC system at Moretown Elementary School, Confirm 2nd December HUUSD Board Meeting for Dec. 19, 2018
2. After discussion, approved telephone lease.
3. After discussion, approved final HUUSD BOD asset management goal.
4. After discussion, accepted the board leadership report and HUHS principal letter with the caveat that we will have board discussion before any more action is taken.
6. As part of budget work, the BOD reviewed enrollment data and projections for preK - 12 students at all seven HUUSD campuses and expects to review further projection reports at its next meeting on Nov. 28.
Our next HUUSD board meeting is scheduled for 6:00 pm on Wednesday, November 28th at the HUHS library.
On Monday, November 12, the board participated in legal training/Q&A with Attorney Pietro Lynn. On Tuesday November 13, the board hosted a community engagement workshop at HUHS library.
For more information, please visit wwsu.org for board agendas and minutes and to find the link to watch board meetings. The direct link to watch this and past meetings is: https://mrvtv.com/category/
Thank you for your continued support and engagement.
Respectfully,
The HUUSD Board
Christine Sullivan (Waitsfield) *Chair, Caitlin Hollister (Waterbury) *Vice Chair, Alycia Biondo (Warren), Jill Ellis (Fayston), Gabe Gilman (Moretown), Linda Hazard (Moretown), Garett MacCurtain (Duxbury), Maureen McCracken (Waterbury), Theresa Membrino (Fayston), Melissa Phillips (Waterbury), Torrey Smith (Duxbury), Alexandra Thomsen (Waterbury), Rosemarie White (Warren), Rob Williams (Waitsfield)
Community Announcements
Please note that the opportunities/events listed below are not specifically endorsed or screened by school staff. As always, families should use their own standards and review processes to determine appropriate activities.
Vermont National Guard - Phillip Plevel, of the Vermont National Guard will be here during ELO 1 on Friday Dec. 14th. He will be here to answer any questions you may have about what National Guard service entails and how their soldiers take advantage of attending college, trade schools, and certificate programs tuition free while serving their communities and state. Please contact Susan Laskaris in the School Counseling office if you'd like to sign up for ELO 1 on this day. The session will be held in the School Counseling conference room.
The 28th Red Ribbon Ceremony at the Vermont State House Chamber will remember and honor those who have been injured or killed by impaired or distracted drivers. The event will be held on 12/4 at 4:30pm.
Harwood annual Christmas tree and wreath sale is just around the corner! This sale is the major fundraiser for the class of 2021. Please consider purchasing a tree or wreath from the Sophomore class this year. The sale will be held at American Flatbread at Lareau Farm in Waitsfield. Sophomore parents/guardians...you are welcome to join with your student's TA group! All volunteers are welcome! Please contact the TA or Ellen Berrings (eberrings@wwsu.org) with any questions. Parent/guardian volunteers will receive a $5 voucher toward your tree purchase.
Dates and times:
Friday, 11/30; 4:00-7:00 PM
Saturday, 12/1; 10:00 AM-6:00 PM
Sunday, 12/2; 10:00 AM-5:00 PM
Friday, 12/7; 4:00-7:00 PM
Saturday, 12/8; 10:00 AM-6:00 PM
Sunday, 12/9; 10:00 AM-5:00 PM
Gifts of Kindness Harwood Union Rotary Interact club is holding the Gifts of Kindness clothing and toy drive for our 15th year. This drive seeks to collect new and very gently used toys and clothing for families in Washington County experiencing homelessness. We plan to collect items between the dates of November 28th and December 7th. Interact works with the Good Samaritan House, the only homeless shelter in Central Vermont, and CIRCLE in Barre, who provide shelter for families experiencing domestic violence. Our goal is to brighten the holiday season for people in need. There is a box for donations in the school lobby.
“A Christmas Carol”, the new ghostly musical is a great way to kick off the holiday season! Spruce Peak Resort Association and Vermont Youth Theater proudly present the new musical, “A Christmas Carol,” the all-Vermont original, November 30 – December 2, with four performances at Spruce Peak Performing Arts Center, Stowe. Broadway veteran and St. Michael’s Playhouse favorite, Bill Carmichael, gives an unforgettable performance as Ebenezer Scrooge. Peter Boynton, another Broadway veteran, takes a break from his own Waitsfield theater company to appear as a decomposing Jacob Marley.In this Christmas ghost story, Waitsfield’s Dr. Shannon Mitchell plays a corpse robber looking for loot. Reverend Will Vaus of Stowe Community Church sings the role of Fezziwig as he leads the Victorians in a Christmas Dance. Taryn Noelle, Stowe recording artist and educator,plays Tiny Tim’s mother, the heart-rending Emily Cratchit. Stowe children, playing London Urchins living on the street, have their own take on sharing the city with Scrooge. Children from other towns (including our own Warren student, Christopher Cummiskey) play Apprentice Gravediggers and the Cratchit kids. Now in its third year, this is a Vermont holiday tradition for the whole community. Nov. 30, 7:30 pm; Dec. 1, 2:00 pm and 7:30 pm; Dec. 2, 2:00 pm Tickets: $25. Call 802-760-4634 or go to: https://www.
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