The LAST Weekly Notes


The sun is setting on 2018-19
The final leg of my journey home from school each night provides the above reward. The vista requires a slight, but worthy detour. I'll take every glimpse of these glorious mountains and vibrant trees that I get. It has a calming effect on me, while reminding of the beautiful and special place where we live and work.

As our year winds down (or is it winding up?) I am always reminded of how special you all are, too. Come mid-may,  you, like the mountains, explode with energy and color. Neither you nor the trees have a choice. It comes with the territory. But, you both celebrate and accept the inevitable burst of energy and lightning fast growth that comes with Spring. For the mountains, it's the start of a long season of growth, for us it's the end of another fruitful year. Thanks again for your hard work, dedication and care for your craft and students. You are amazing. But, the sun ain't set yet, so hang in there as we wind our way through our final classes, exhibitions of learning, Last Chapel, Graduation and planning for next year. 
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Calendar
   
AP English enjoying a rare break. 

   5/28-29 - Final Independent Studies presentations 8-2pm (Aud)
   5/31 - FINAL TA - until last day of school 6/12 after exams
   6/10 - FINAL Best Practice 
      - 3:30 at Black Diamond BBQ
   6/11-12 - Final Exhibition of Learning Week
   6/13 - Last Chapel and Graduation!!!
   6/14 - Complete Grades - They are Due this day
   6/17 - In-Service at PA - Grade verification, plus....
   6/18 - In -Service at PA - Looking forward....
   6/19-21 - Curriculum Camp at SHS
   6/.....beyond - 2 camp days to plan on your own with a team
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This week's link

Putting Down Your Phone May Help You Live Longer - Might we want to reconsider use of devices during the school day?

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TuesdayOn your Own -  - Flex sign up

Friday:  FINAL normal TA  - Flex sign UP

Last time to Meet with TA will be at the end of Exhibition of Learning week, Wednesday, June 12 11:10-11:35...ideas and script coming to a mailbox near you soon.  
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2019-20 NHS


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Culture Corner

We are all very sad to see Rebecca leave. Thank you for your super hard work and dedication to making PA's culture safe and respectful. Your contributions go far and wide and you will be missed. We wish you all the best in your next phase of motherhood and hope you return to visit. 

Related, I'm pleased to announce that Dan Gilbert will join us next year as the new PA Culture Coordinator. Many of you know him from his work with us via LCMH. He has worked there for the past 14 years and will bring a wealth of skill and knowledge to the position. You might spot him this summer as he helps lead the summer LCMH programming that happens here at PA. 
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Go check it - all done!!

Building/Safety Reminders

Please remember to alert the office if you are bringing your classes outside. It is important to complete a field trip form if you are walking to town. If you do head into town, please check to make sure all students have permission (Michele can easily tell you). When taking students outside please set clear boundaries and expectations, and avoid sending students outside unaccompanied. Please do not prop any doors open. Thanks and enjoy the Spring - it goes quickly. 
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Schoolwide Happenings 
Seniors across all sports celebrated their careers last week - playoffs start this week. 

AP English enjoying a rare break. 

The last in a long line of SBAC and other tests.

Celebrations: 


No Boundaries
Congrats to David Gabaree who was recently named the Vermont Drama Council President and to the PA Stage Company who will host the STATE 1 ACT Festival (with Hazen Union HS) next year at NVU. Good luck to all! And, Congrats on finishing the year with another awesome show. 


Way to go Jonah! His artwork (on right) won Honorable Mention in the national 2019 Insights Art Contest. He is invited to attend the awards banquet in Louisville, Kentucky next fall, where he will receive his award. 


As seen in last week's News and Citizen

Happy Birthday: Nancy Buonanno (5/30); Averill McDowell (6/6)





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