February 7, 2025
Happy Friday, Moretown Families! It’s certainly been an
eventful week here at MES. We were so happy to get back to Sugarbush on Tuesday to ski in excellent snow and weather conditions.
This week is National School Counselor Week and we'd like to give a special shout out to MES School Counselor Jason Stevenson. Mr. Steve works 
hard with kids to develop skills to handle life's curveballs both in small groups and in wellness classes. Mr. Steve is an active member of our school community in many ways by serving as a co-leader for the Lego Robotics Club, a member of the Moretown Advisory Team, a member of the district-wide SEL task force and so much more. Beyond what he contributes to students and our school as a whole, Mr. Steve is exceptional at putting smiles on faces and listening when it matters most. Thanks for all you do, Mr. Steve!
Next week is Random Acts of Kindness Week. RAK
attempts to inspire people in schools, workplaces, and communities to come together and make kindness the norm through simple, meaningful actions. Random Acts of Kindness Week and Day serve as powerful reminders that kindness is not just an action but a way of life.
Thanks to Nancy Willard we will be hosting local author, 
Dan Abdo on Wednesday, Feb. 12. Dan is the author of the graphic novels, The Barb Series. He will read his favorite picture book with all the students during our all-school meeting on Wednesday morning and then he will be meeting with the 3/4 and 5/6 classes to discuss the process of creating a graphic novel. Students are welcome to bring a copy of his books for him to sign and we are working on getting some for purchase that day. Many thanks to the Moretown PTO for sponsoring Dan's trip to Moretown.
A huge thank you to all of you for your understanding
and flexibility on Wednesday when the school lost water pressure and we needed to dismiss students early. We know this was a hardship for so many of you. Good news is that the problem was discovered, and we have water pressure back. We are continue to be under a boil water order until testing is completed.
Wishing you each a lovely Vermont winter weekend! We look forward to welcoming our students back on Monday.
Ms. Kate
This week in Art with Ms. Heather
PreK - Ice Painting
K - Nature Names Large scale collaboration with Kindergarten class and ECO.
½ - Clay Animals in a habitat (real or imaginary)
¾ - Half and Half Portrait drawings 
PTO Update
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The Harwood District Band Festival concert will take place on 2/19/25 (snow date 2/20/25) at 7pm at Harwood. This concert will include performances by the combined elementary ( Valley and CBMS ) bands , combined junior high, and senior high bands. The elementary group will only include 6th grade/ 2nd year players. The dress rehearsal will happen on 2/19/25 in the morning (snow date 2/20/25) at Harwood. Students should plan to arrive at HUHS by 6:30-6:45 and report to the music department. We anticipate that the concert will run about an hour. Preferred dress for the concert is black/dark bottoms and a white/light shirt or top, or all black, but please do not feel pressure to purchase special clothing for this event. Nice attire is also fine.
Waterbury Recreation Summer Camp
Registration opens to Waterbury residents on February 4th and non-residentss on February 6th for this summer camp opportunity. Visit https://waterburyvt.myrec.com/info/default.aspx for more details.
Neck of the Woods
NOW is offering summer programming again this summer and will take place here at Moretown Elementary School. While registration is not open yet, check out their website for dates and other information. https://www.neckofthewoodsvt.org/summer-camps
2025 Harwood Summer Basketball Camps
It's hard to believe that we are already planning for summer! The registration for the 2025 Harwood Summer Baksetball Camps is open. This summer camp is open to players in 2nd grade through 9th grade. See the following for more information and to sign up:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DpCYjhWNG5NdTvHzaQtT3ASmuTKnY6UcNpUfIuHXspE/edit?tab=t.0
Friends of the Moretown Library Chili Cook-Off!
The Friends of the Moretown Library invite you to the third annual Friends of the Moretown Library Chili Cook-Off! It's a fun (and tasty!) community event, and all the proceeds benefit the Friends of the Library. With your ticket, not only are you supporting the Library but you also get to sample each featured chili. It's a lot of chili, so bring your appetites! Sides, desserts, and beverages sold separately.
It's an event that is sure to warm up a February evening. Tickets are $10 each.
Details: Saturday, Feb. 15, 2025, 4:00-6:00 pm
Location: The historic Moretown Town Hall & Library
Tickets: https://bit.ly/2025ChiliTickets
Vacation and summer camps at Camp Meade
Stark Mountain Foundation StorySki
2025 Girls On The Run Team is looking for coaches!!
Make a positive impact and empower young Vermont girls by volunteering as a Girls on the Run coach at Moretown Elementary this spring! With caring coaches who mentor and motivate, all girls can reach new heights. This season's curriculum inspires all participants to say “I can!” to every obstacle that comes their way. Team members build confidence to overcome difficult situations, inspire others to keep going when it’s hard, and embrace their confidence to make a difference in their community.
Not a runner? Haven’t coached before? No problem! Girls on the Run VT (GOTRVT) provides training, easy to follow lesson plans, supplies and support for a transformational season. Our season begins the week of March 17th, and ends with a celebratory 5K on Saturday May 31st. Our team will meet twice weekly for 90 minute sessions to connect, move, learn and have FUN!
Visit gotrvt.org/coach to learn more or sign up to volunteer. Questions? Contact Christine Tierson at [email protected] or 802-595-3329 or go directly to GOTRVT at [email protected] or 802-871-5664.
Mad River Path Camps
The Mad River Path Association is a local Vermont nonprofit aiming to increase access to the outdoors for all. We have several weeks of adventurous fun lined up this summer for kids and teens aged 9-15. Programs run for 5 or 6 days, with both day programs and overnight options. You can view the individual camp programs on our website as well as detailed information about our leadership, philosophy, and past camper experience.
We believe greatly in financial accessibility, and there are sliding scale and scholarship options so that no one is left out for lack of funds.
Mad River Path Summer Programs Website
Mad River Valley Little League
Register Today!
https://leagues.bluesombrero.com/Default.aspx?tabid=1932792
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Thomas Jacobs
Hello neighbors!
We have arranged for a Toddler/Pre-K Gym Time (ages 2-4) starting on 1/10 every other Friday from Jan-March from 5 pm-6:30 pm at the Moretown Elementary School. It'll be a chance for our little ones to run around and play during the cold winter months. The plan is to have mostly free time with the occasional organized game.
The dates will be 1/10, 1/24, 2/7, 2/21, 3/7, and 3/21.
Please follow the signs and enter through the Owl Door. All you will have to do is sign a quick waiver and you'll be good to go. Please reach out with any questions.
Hope to see you there!
Thomas
February Art Camps
Community Health Opportunities
