Coming Soon: Global School Play Day #gspd2019

RES Third Graders will be participating in Global School Play Day all day on Wednesday, February 6, 2019.   We'll be spending our entire day engaged in "unstructured" play -- board games, card games, building, making, creating, outdoors...you name it!  We won't be on technology!

Here's a quick TedX video on the decline of play:



So, on February 6th...students may bring (clearly labeled) board games, card games, dolls, blocks, trucks, cars, racetracks, empty boxes for building/creating, puzzles, blankets (for fort building!), et cetera.

We'll spend the day immersed in play...we can't wait!

Tomorrow's Snow Motion Cancelled

Snow Motion Cancelled

Tuesday, January 22, 2019

Due to the forecast for frigid temperatures, Mr. G has cancelled 

Snow Motion for tomorrow.  Students will be at RES for a regular school day.

Cross your fingers for warmer temperatures for next week!

Supplies Needed for Artist-in-Residence

ARTIST IN RESIDENCE: Miriam Block 

 Coming to RES -- March 2019 

We are excited to announce that RES students will be working with Miriam Block, a textile artist and designer, during art classes. They will learn about the way textile designers use texture, color, and pattern to plan and create woven fabrics. This three week residency will be an amazing opportunity for students in pre-k - 4 grades to discover the many ways fabric is used in our lives. During this residency, students will have an opportunity to design and weave a fabric for a specific end use.

 In order to support this residency we are SEEKING A FEW DONATIONS of supplies. If you have any of these supplies, or are willing to collect them over the next few weeks, it would be REALLY appreciated!

1.  Recycled Netted Bags (from Lemons, Limes, Clementines, Potatoes, Oranges) The best bags will have small even openings on the top (see picture top). 
2. Yarn, plastic strips, rope, ribbon 
3. Old tablecloths or bed sheets (we will be cutting into strips) 

 This Artist in Residence was supported by many people, including:

•  Vermont Art Council 
• RES Artist in Residence Selection Group 
• RES Enrichment Program 
• RES Art Program 
• RES PTO 
• RES Circus Night 

THANK YOU! 

Donated items can be dropped off at the RES front office, ATTN: Darcie Rankin. 

If you have questions, please contact Darcie Rankin, Enrichment Teacher at darcie.rankin@cesuvt.org.

Third Grade Ninja Warriors!

Several of our third grade friends were highlighted last week for their participation in the Vermont Ninja Warrior Competition!!  We love seeing and celebrating successes in and out of the classroom. Way to go, friends!


Thank you to WCAX.com for the video and article!

Wecome, Ms. Newman!

Dear Families,

Hi! My name is Mariah Newman and I’ll be student teaching in Mrs. Girouard's classroom from January until April 19th! I’m currently a senior at Saint Michael’s College studying Elementary Education and Sociology. I’m originally from Newburyport, Massachusetts. I run the Best Buddies program at St. Mike’s. I enjoy running, writing, skiing and spending time with friends and family! I also have a King Charles Spaniel named Jenny!

As a student teacher, I’m fortunate to be teaching under the supervision of Mrs. Girouard and Mrs. Brownell and practicing my teaching instruction. I’ll be working with your students in various capacities. I’ll be teaching lessons to your student and eventually teaching two solo weeks, meaning I’ll be full time teaching for two weeks under the supervision and guidance of Mrs. Girouard. I’m excited to continue getting to know your student and extremely grateful for this valuable learning opportunity,

Thank you for sharing your student with me and allowing me to continue growing in my teaching practice, leading up to my teaching licensure in May!  Feel free to reach out with any questions.

Sincerely,

Mariah Newman

Coming Soon: RES Author Visit with John Churchman

Coming Soon: RES Author Visit ~ John Churchman

John Churchman, author of the Sweet Pea & Friends books, will be at Richmond Elementary School on Monday February 4th and Wednesday February 6th. Students will get a chance to meet Mr. Churchman as a grade level AND small group sessions will be happening as well!  You can read more about Mr. Churchman on his website (www.sweetpeafriends.com).  Information about ordering Mr. Churchman's books is coming home with your student soon!

 This activity was funded and planned by the Richmond Parent Teacher Organization (PTO). Thanks to all those who contribute time and talent to this group to ensure great opportunities like this for RES students.

 If you have questions about the visit, please contact Emily Wood (emily.wood@cesuvt.org), RES Teacher Librarian, or Darcie Rankin (darcie.rankin@cesuvt.org), RES Enrichment Teacher.