Greetings Families!
Happy Spring! (I hope you haven't put the shovels away just yet!)
Although the time change had students feeling a little tired and grumpy, we had a fine week at school, ending with a well-attended conference night! It was great to see those of you who could make it!
For those who could not make it, progress reports should have been in your child's home folder on Friday, if not sooner. As always, reach out to your child’s teacher if you would like additional information.
We have a fairly quiet week ahead, but things are about to get very busy with all the spring events!
Enjoy the final(?) snowstorm of the season this weekend!
In partnership with you,
Mary
Dates and Notices
Friday, March 29th - Early Release Day, Buses at 11:30 AM (No PreK)
April 1st: Bikes for Books kick off (see below)
April 5th: Last day to order a yearbook. To order your keepsake, visit inter-state.com/order and enter the code 83366V
It takes a Village
Special Thanks to
~ Everyone who donated food for our backpack program during the Drive-up Food Drive and to Gary Emmons, Shawn Belanger, and the Metcalf's for the recent donations to our snack pantry.
~ Dick Crosman and American Legion Post 132 for the generous monetary donation to our backpack program.
~ The PTG for the wonderful, nourishing meal on conference night.
Bikes for Books: We are pleased to once again be participating in the Bikes for Books reading challenge. In an effort to inspire both reading and outdoor recreation among children, Masonic Lodge 26 has teamed up with Walmart to offer 2 bikes (a girl's and a boy's) to each grade. Students in grades 1-5 who participate will be entered into a drawing for one of the bikes, to take place in May. Teachers of each grade level will determine the criteria for entering the bike drawing. Kindergarten teachers are planning an age-appropriate reading challenge and celebration as well! We will kick off the reading challenge on April 1st! Be watching for information from your child's teacher.
Welcome Chad Kempton!
Chad Kempton will be joining the Richmond School Department as the next Superintendent starting July 1st, 2024 with a two year contract. Chad comes with 25 years of experience in the education world, most recently serving as the principal of Gardiner High School for the past twenty years. Chad graduated from the University of Maine with a Bachelor's degree in teaching in '93, Masters degree in educational leadership in '03 and a certificate of advanced study in Educational Leadership in '14. Chad is excited to join the Richmond School Department and the community. He looks forward to building relationships with staff, students and families.
Bobcat Sightings
Challenge for second graders: If you were on an island with only a certain set of materials, how would you protect your head from the sun. Some pretty creative solutions!
Students learn about Maine's natural resources from a guest educator in the library.
Why don't you try a Wakame recipe!
The 4th grade is heading west!
In guidance class with Counselor Libby, students learn about choosing what kind of characteristics they want to develop in themselves.
Thanks to the PTG for the delicious and nourishing meal on conference night!
The PTG Super Snack Squad and Nurse Ashley prepare a nutritious snack of cantaloupe melon for our students on Friday morning. So very appreciated!
Thanks to the many parents who were able to come out for conferences!
Designing puppets and puppet shows in art class!
Last month, Analise Smith-Caron was spreading kindness with her Valentine Kindness tear-off compliments. This month, she is working with her teacher to encourage paper recycling at school!
Michael Abell reaches a milestone in reading!
Friday afternoon send off!
Waiting for Auntie with Mrs. Merrill after school!
