*New* Change of Dismissal Form

 

RES is implementing a new form for parents to use when their child will be riding home from school on a different bus to improve the safety for all students.  Copies of the form are being sent home with students today AND are available on our blog (see Family Communication page) and the RES website.  Thank you for your cooperation!

From the CESU Bus Garage:

The bus garage has asked that all Chittenden East schools write physical 911 addresses on bus passes to assist bus drivers in knowing where students are going. In order to make this process easier for the office, we are asking that parents use the attached form, which can also be found on the website, or on social media sites, or make sure to include this information on notes sent into school. We appreciate your assistance.

Bus Dismissal Form

Student-Led Conference Feedback

Please help us improve the student-led conference experience in the future with this simple survey. If nothing is displayed below, you may also access the survey here: Conference Feedback

A Flynn Performance: At Nightfall

Today, we had the opportunity to watch Sursaut Dance Company perform their piece, "At Nightfall." The story told throughout the performance is about a man named Auguste who never allows himself to take a break from his job as a shoemaker, making him grumpy and stressed. One day, on his way home from work he accidentally discovers an enchanted water forest populated by wild and fantastical creatures. Their playful whimsy and utter beauty inspire a remarkable transformation, as Auguste learns to appreciate the wonders of the world around him.



Our classes were also lucky enough to participate in a companion workshop offered by the Flynn Theater performing artists. Heather & Stacy came to RES last week and shared with us ways that dancers use their bodies and movement in order to help tell the story. As one student remarked, "the workshop helped me to communicate with the dancers" throughout the performance. Read more about this opportunity on Mrs. Rankin's Enrichment Blog.

Thank you to Mrs. Rankin for arranging both of these wonderful opportunities for us, to the Flynn Theater for coming to RES and helping us to understand the performance on a new level and to all of you, families, for supporting Enrichment opportunities at RES.

This Week's News ~ March 24

This week's news in Third Grade:

3rd grade newsletter Mar. 24

March 17 Newsletter

Check out what's happening this week in 3rd Grade!



3rd grade newsletter Mar. 17

RES Family Science Fair 2014

Congratulations to all the scholars and families at RES for a job well done!  We were impressed by the projects and how engaged the students were in sharing their work.  Those third graders who created an entry have now earned themselves a week off from homework next week!!  Hopefully even more scholars will be inspired to enter next year.

A huge thank you to Mrs. Rankin for sponsoring and setting up this awesome learning opportunity!!

 

A free picture slideshow by Smilebox

Save the Date: Upcoming Events in Third Grade

As springtime approaches, we know that family calendars quickly fill up as well.  Please take note of the following dates as they are all important events for your Third Grader!  More information about each of these events will be posted to the blog and sent home as it approaches.  Permission slips, payment and field trip volunteers will also be coming along shortly!

 



March 6: RES Science Fair

March 21: Half-Day for Students

March 25: Flynn Theater Field Trip ~ At Nightfall (morning)

March 26: RES Family Wellness Night

 

April 10:  Shelburne Farms Field Trip ~ Join the Flock (all day)

April 17: Third Grade Team Play & FOCUS Family Potluck

 

May 14: 3rd & 4th Grade Art Night & Sprint Concert

May 23: 3rd & 4th Grade Track Meet (Rain Date 5/28)

May 29: Field Trip to Rock of Ages, Barre (all day)

 

June 3: Ankerson & 1/2 Darby to Community Sailing Center (morning)

June 4: Ayer & 1/2 Darby to Community Sailing Center (morning)

June 6: Move-Up Day (afternoon)

June 9: RES Field Day (Rain Date 6/10)

June 11: Cedar Knoll Golf Trip

June 17: Last Day of Third Grade