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Congratulations to Our 5th-8th Grade Bridge Builders!

FBUD represented well at the VTC bridge building competition! Our top bridge held 275 pounds! We also had bridges that held 268, 155, 243, and 165 lbs.

The students were interviewed by staff from the agency of transportation about their bridge design and where and how they think their bridge will fail.

And a huge congratulations to Ollie and Sylvia for their bridge design, which came in third place, overall, in the middle school division!

Let's Go Ollie!

We are thrilled to Cheer Ollie on from Vermont as he competes in the  USASA National Snowboarding Championships in Copper, Colorado this week!  Please join us in sending Ollie good vibes. Prior to his departure CPS had a clap out for him to pump him up!

First Branch News!

Dear Families,

Many thanks to everyone that attended Spring Conferences. A huge thank you to all our teachers in offering morning, afternoon, evening and conferences. Conferences took place in-person and virtually.

In the weeks ahead, in-district and state assessments will begin. Our internal assessment of Track My Progress will open next week to assess our K-8th Graders in English Language Arts and Mathematics. Following Track My Progress state assessments will begin for students in 3rd-8th grade. Please review our district state assessment letter. A hard copy will also go home with students next week.

In addition, our work with Up For Learning will begin. The purpose of this partnership is to build capacity for more youth voice and leadership with a goal of creating a stronger community and shared identity. Infused with hands-on activities, reflection and joy, UP will support youth and adults to create common language, shared experiences and belief in their individual and collective ability to spark positive change in the world. On April 14th nominated students will work with Up For Learning to begin this incredible work. In addition, the afternoon professional development session will be dedicated to supporting our teachers and faculty in this work. We will be asking rising (2023-2024) 5th-8th students to self-nominate and/or nominate a peer. We will also extend student nomination opportunities to faculty and staff. 

Dates:

April 4th: First Branch Monthly Board Meeting at 6:30 pm at Tunbridge Central School.

April 12th: After School Clubs WRVSU Community Conversations, 5:30-7:00 pm at Tunbridge Central School. Dinner and childcare provided.

On the Horizon:

April 14th: Early Release Day, dismissal at 12pm for Professional Development

REMINDERS:

2022-2023 WRVSU Calendar

2023-2024 WRVSU Calendar

Chelsea Public School Dismissal:

We kindly ask students to move along to post school destinations as soon as possible. We have had some students lingering after school and it’s important for parents to know supervision after school is tied to school events only. 

Chelsea Public School Library:

Despite being down a librarian we have been able to get our check in and check out system up and running thanks to Ms. Tracy and Ms. Wendy. Overdue notices have gone out. We kindly ask for books to be returned for others to read. Please reach out to our main office with any questions. 

Summer One Planet 2023 Info:

Please click on this link for the paperwork.

Winter (Mud) Gear Reminder: Tunbridge and Chelsea

Winter is here! Please remember to send your student with a winter clothing: hat, mittens, snow pants, boots, and shoes for indoor use. This is the time of year we ask for "2 Sets of Shoes" to keep students comfortable and our buildings clean. If your student is in need of an item please let our nurses know. Finally, please label all clothing.

WRV High School Info:

Please see the attached letter for registration for rising 9th graders (8th grade).  

SAVE THE DATE!

FRIDAY, MAY 5TH

Our students will perform the play, A Midsummer Night's Dream at

Northern Stage in White River Junction 

at 6:00 pm

Transportation for students will be provided.

Admission is FREE for all families and community members.

More information about BridgeUP is available here.

(Local Performance for K-8 will be on May 4th)

Photo Captions:

First Grade hard at work during Fundation literacy centers with Ms. Diana, and Bridges Math with Mrs. Connolly