MONDAY MEMO
Eliza, Suzanne, Ethan, Lydia, and Izzy enjoyed their lunch outside together last week, during what may have been our last, really warm day?
Greetings!

Here is this week's Memo. Please note updates to the soccer schedule and details about events in November below, the fall season is moving right along!

Happy Monday!
Nelia
NOTES
SOCCER
This week's schedule:
  • Tuesday at home vs Barnet, 5-6 gr at 3:45, 7-8 gr at 4:45
  • Thursday away at Waterford, 5-6 gr at 3:45, 7-8 gr at 4:45
6th grade will be dismissed at 3:00 on Thursday in order to make it to their game on time. Parents need to carpool students from Riverside to Waterford: Take Red Village Road to Severance Hill Road to Route 2 west, and then turn left at PettyCo Junction onto Route 18. Cross over the interstate and go 4.5 miles to a right turn onto Duck Pond Road to the elementary school.

Note changes in the rest of the calendar:
  • no Monday practice today because there are games on both Tuesday and Thursday
  • Last week's away games at Barnet have been rescheduled for next Monday, October 22 at 3:45 and 4:45
  • the 7-8 game vs Stevens on October 25 has been cancelled, the 5-6 team will still play, at 4:00.
SWIMMING
4-6th graders will be swimming this week, please remember to pick them up at the NVU (LSC) pool at 3:15.
CARDBOARD TUBES
The elementary teachers would appreciate donations of papertowel and toilet paper cardboard tubes for a craft project next week. Please send donations to the 4th grade classroom.
GUS YERKES
Gus came home this weekend and is now able to rest more thoroughly while awaiting further decisions about his treatment. He also got to celebrate his 13th birthday at home on Sunday! Jamie and Polly are grateful for all the good wishes and support from Riverside. They wanted all of you to see what part of Gus's hospital room looked like thanks to the wonderful cards Gus received from friends.
AFTER SCHOOL CLUBS
Karate with Mr G: 5-8th gr on Wednesdays from 3:45-5:00 and K-4th gr on Thursdays from 3:45-4:45. $8/week paid directly to Mr. G; Shotokan style; includes students from other schools. After School fees will apply for students who stay between dismissal and the start of the club. To sign up: email Mr. G

Crazy 8s with Kim Adams: 3-4th gr on Tuesdays October - December from 4:15-5:00. Students will expand their mathematical reasoning skills with engaging activities. After School Fees will apply for students who stay and have snack between dismissal and the start of the club. To sign up: email Kim Adams

Chess with Nathan: K-8th gr on first and third Tuesdays, November 15 - February from 3:45-4:45. All levels are welcome, students should be dedicated to spending the whole hour playing/learning chess. We would welcome the help of a parent volunteer to supervise and play with students. After School Fees will apply for students who stay between dismissal and the start of the club. No need to sign up in advance, please let Nathan know if you can assist.

Destination Imagination with Courtney Daffinrud, Alison Kennedy, and Lilias Ide: 1-5th gr on a mutually convenient schedule to be determined after teams are formed, lasting November - March. We'd like to have another parent volunteer to support Lilias with the second team. Students will be problem solving and collaborating in preparation for a competition on March 23 in Burlington. To sign up: email Courtney and expect a $20 charge on your school store account.

Latin with Nathan: 6-8th gr on Thursdays November - May from 3:45-4:45. Students will be preparing for various weekend competitions. Sign up by contacting Nathan.

Japanese with Sachiko Ebbett: 1-8th graders on Mondays in January and February, from 3:45-4:30. Students will learn some of the language from a native speaker. After School Fees will apply for students who stay between dismissal and the start of the club. No need to sign up in advance.

Mountain Biking with Kingdom Experiences: K-8th grade bike owners and KTA pass holders on Fridays in April and May. There will be fees associated, paid directly to Kingdom Experiences. Students will participate in skill and maintenance clinics as well as riding the trails with experienced guides. Parents will have to transport students from school to Darling Hill. To sign up: look for information the in the Memo in late March.
AUCTION MEETING
It's already time to start organizing for the 2nd parent-led fundraiser of the year! Those who want to help with soliciting donations to our auction (February 2) are invited to a meeting in the library on Monday, October 22 at 8:00 am.
HALLOWEEN FESTIVITIES
Student Council will host our traditional H aunted House on Friday, October 26 beginning at 5:30 pm, with fun and games for the whole school in the barn from 5:30-7:00. Haunted house will escalate in scariness as the evening runs on. A dance for 6-8th graders will ensue from 7:00-9:15. Any parents who would like to volunteer to assist with Halloween games or dance chaperoning should contact Peter.
DIA DE LOS MUERTOS CELEBRATIONS
In Mexican culture, the end of October is a time to celebrate ancestors, loved ones who have passed on and whose memories we strive to keep alive. The team of Riverside Spanish teachers will try to incorporate that tradition into K-8th grade Spanish classes over coming weeks. October 30-November 1 we will create and dispaly an "ofrenda" (offering) in the Solarium. We ask that all students bring in a hard copy of a photo of a deceased family member to share.
HIGH SCHOOL OPEN HOUSES
We recommend that 8th grade families embrace the unique opportunity they have to consider high school choices as a real learning opportunity for students. Analyzing differences with specific priorities, interests, and needs in mind is a life skill. Multiple presentations by admissions teams from area high school are happening in 8th grade advisory sessions on Monday Mornings. Also -
  • St. Johnsbury Academy is holding an Open House on Thursday, November 1, registration at 5:45 (or in advance at this link) and program at 6:30. There will be time to meet with guidance counselors, learn about academics, talk to coaches and club advisors, and enjoy refreshments prepared by culinary students. Call 751-2130 for more information.
  • Lyndon Institute will host their Open House on Wednesday, November 7, with registration beginning at 5:30 (or in advance using this link) and opening remarks at 6:00 pm. Families will learn more about academic and technical education; meet teachers, staff, coaches, and fellow students; experience the fine and performing arts, discover January Term, and learn about some of our newest programs like Project Bike Tech and the Viking Cadets. Call 535-3700 for more information.
PARENT-TEACHER-STUDENT CONFERENCES
On Wednesday, November 7 PreK-8th grade students will be dismissed at 12:30. The After School Program will begin at that time. K-8th grade parents and students are encouraged to attend conferences with teachers together. Please call Krystal to schedule your 20-minute appointment. Preschool will hold it's conferences later in the year.
ICE SKATING
K-8th grade students will go ice skating on Friday November 9, 16, 30, December 7, 14, 21*. We will depart by bus at 1:30 and students should be picked up at the Fenton Chester Arena in Lyndon Center at 3:15 (*pick up at 1:30 on December 21). Release forms will be sent home for parent signatures next week.
COFFEE HOUSE DISCUSSION ABOUT TEACHING KINDNESS
We will host our first Coffee House discussion for Riverside parents on Thursday, November 15th from 5:30 - 7:00 in The Barn. The topic is "Teaching Kindness." This will be about the program at Riverside led by Michelle and Ellen Moore, and will include a discussion about bullying.
CALENDAR
LESSON PLANS
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