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PCS NEWS 5/16/25

 

 

 

 

Dear PCS Community,

 

Thank you for another wonderful week here at PCS!  It's starting to feel like we are turning the corner towards the end of the year, with many things happening - concerts, celebrations of learning, field trips - it's an exciting time!

 

Here is some information heading into the weekend:

 

Upcoming Dates

Wed. 5/21 - PCS Caregiver Conversations - Screenagers (view the film and discuss with guest panel) 5:00 - 7:00 in the library

Wed. 5/28 - JamFest (Middle School modern bands performance and Next Stage Arts

Thurs. 5/29 - Putney Palooza!  School-wide art show, cookout and 3rd-5th concert (rain date 6/3)

Thurs. 6/5 - Ice Cream Social - Choirs and Band performance (outside, weather permitting)

Friday 6/6 - Middle School Dance, 6:00 - 8:00

Mon. 6/16 - 8th Grade Graduation, 6:00 on the playground side, weather depending

Tues. 6/17 - Field Day

Wed. 6/18 - Last Day for students (11:45 Dismissal)

 

Screenagers

The final installment of our Caregivers Conversations this year is a showing of the film "Screenagers" with a discussion panel following the movie to discuss topics of screens and children.  There is much research towards the value of community-wide discussions around approach to technology usage among kids, and we see this as a really wonderful opportunity for community connection on the topic.  Students are welcome to join and/or childcare will be available.  

 

Putney Palooza

We hope you all can make it to this year's Putney Palooza on Thursday, May 29th!  Again this year we will host a school-wide gallery show where every student will have multiple pieces of visual art work from throughout the year on display. Also, our 3rd-5th grade music classes will perform, along with a few of our middle school bands.  This year, we will also fire up our new event grill, and cook hot dogs and burgers for everyone (no cost for dinner).  Gallery walk is 5:00-6:00, Concert 6:00-7:00 on the playground, and food will be served from the grill starting at 5:30.

 

If you are willing and able to contribute a side salad of any kind (green, pasta, potato, etc.) to share, that would be great.

 

Spirit Store

The PCS Spirit store is open now for just a few days!  Please use this link if you are interested in some PCS gear for you or your kids!

 

https://putneycentral-spring25.itemorder.com/shop/home/

 

Student and Family Climate Survey Data

In an effort to share some pieces of the data that we gather and reflect on as a school community, I am sharing the results of both the Family Climate Survey here. We will gather another round of input from our students this Spring, and I will share those results as well at that time.

 

I hope you all have a wonderful weekend!

Jon  

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Upcoming Activities, Community Events and More!

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Staff Highlight

Emily Corey- MS Science Teacher

I'm from all over the northeast, and consider New England and New York to be home. I was born in Upstate New York, and grew up both there and in southern NH. I received my undergraduate degree from the University of New England in Maine, where I graduated with a Bachelor's in Marine Biology and a minor in Art.  After graduating I joined a research team in the Josephine Bay Paul Center for Comparative Molecular Biology and Evolution at the Marine Biological Laboratory in Woods Hole, MA. Our research used Brachionus manjavacas (a marine zooplankton) to study maternal effects and methods of lifespan extension. During my time there I got to teach volunteers and interns how to run their own experiments in addition to planning and running research for my team. After three years in the lab I decided I wanted to do the teaching part of my job full time, and went off to get my Masters in Teaching at Brown University. I now live back in New Hampshire with my partner Tom, and our lovely tuxedo cat Benny. In my free time I like to explore outside (hiking, swimming, kayaking, biking), draw, play piano, and talk with my friends. I am so happy to be here teaching the subject that I love here at such a great school!

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Notes From Nurse Nicole

Dear PCS families, 

Happy May! I wanted to send a quick reminder about tick safety.  

Here are a few easy things you can do to help protect your child (and yourself!):

  • Dress for the outdoors – Light-colored clothing, long sleeves, and pants tucked into socks make it easier to spot and block ticks.

  • Use bug spray – A repellent with DEET or picaridin can go a long way in keeping ticks away.

  • Do a daily tick check – Look behind ears, around the waist, behind knees, and in hair after kids come in from playing outside.

  • Shower after outdoor time – It helps wash off ticks before they attach.

  • Pop clothes in the dryer – 10 minutes on high heat can kill any ticks that hitched a ride.

If you ever find a tick and aren't sure what to do, feel free to reach out—I’m happy to help. 

Wishing you all a safe and tick free May!

Warmly,
Nurse Nicole

Counselor's Corner

Counselor’s Corner 

April 2025

 

Dear PCS Families & Guardians,

Happy April! Well, we’re in the last stretch of the 2024-2025 school year! I can hardly believe it!!

Kindness Week Was a Success!

We had an amazing time during Kindness Week, and we’re so proud of how our students embraced this special event! It was heartwarming to see so many acts of kindness shared throughout the week – from helping a friend to offering encouraging words to showing appreciation to teachers and staff. Every small act of kindness made a big difference in creating a positive, supportive atmosphere at PCS.

We hope this spirit of kindness continues to inspire our students and our entire school community every day. A big thank you to everyone who participated and made Kindness Week so memorable!

As we wrap up the VT CAP testing season, I want to take a moment to recognize the incredible effort and perseverance our students have shown throughout this challenging process. Tackling these tests is no easy feat, and we know it can present challenges for many. 

How do we De-stress from tests? Self-Care! 

Take time to check in on your brain and body! Whether we need a nap, some exercise, or some fun to relax, self-care is essential to performing our best on tests. Keep a consistent sleep and study schedule, but be sure to take some time to have some fun as well!

We are celebrating the success of our students for working so hard, staying focused, and pushing through every obstacle along the way. To celebrate their efforts, we will be holding a schoolwide celebration next week!! 

The Power of Positive Thinking!

Throughout the upcoming months, our SEL focus will be on positive thinking. Sometimes, our students can get stuck in a cycle of negative thoughts or feelings, and it’s important to help them learn how to shift their mindset to a more positive and uplifting place. Changing how we think takes practice, but with the right tools, it can become easier over time.

Daily positive affirmations for kids can help develop a growth mindset and improve attitudes. Positive thinking can have a great impact on your mental health and well-being. Some studies show we can maintain and increase self-esteem by reciting and internalizing positive affirming thoughts. Children with a positive self-image are more likely to spread kindness to others. Positive affirmations are positive phrases or statements that challenge unhelpful or negative thoughts. Training your brain to think more positively can be very beneficial to promote well-being and increase resilience. Replacing negative thoughts with positive thoughts develops an increase in self-regulation and self-worth. Sharing positive affirmations at the dinner table or practicing reciting them together on the way to school is a great and easy way to implement them into your daily routine.  Click HERE to read the full article. 

Try it at home!

Discuss with your child how they have the power to change their initial negative thoughts to positive thoughts through encouraging words and giving themselves the grace to make mistakes. 

Practice changing negative self-talk statements into positive self-talk thoughts.

 

We hope these resources can be a helpful part of your family's journey toward building a more positive mindset!

All the best,

Counselor Marisa

182 Westminster Road

Putney, VT 05346

Phone: (802) 387-5521

Fax: (802) 387-2776

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