Trenton School Newsletter
"Do not go where the path may lead; go instead where there is no path and leave a trail." - Ralph Waldo Emerson
Picture of the Week
Allergy Alerts!
Because of severe food allergies, we ask that people not bring certain foods to these school locations:Finfish (tuna, salmon, haddock, etc.) - SCHOOL WIDETreenuts (cashews, almonds, pecans, walnuts,etc.) & Peanuts - Ok to bring, but not to be shared in ANY LOCATION
Trenton School News
This past week was the first week with our pre-k students. There are 15 students enrolled, and I had several opportunities to see them sing, dance, eat and play together. They even went out into the greenhouse to pick melons which they had for snack. Teachers Kelly Nutter and Pat Russell have set the foundation for a successful program. Their guidance in the first week has made parents feel welcome and excited about their child's first school experience. I am thirleed every time I get to say that the Trenton School is a pre-k - 8 school.
Kindergarten, 1st and 2nd graders went to Ship Harbor in Acadia National Park. Students walked with park rangers through a coastal forest exploring the diverse interactions in this unique environment.
Looking ahead, 6th graders will be at the Schoodic Institute for 3 days with other sixth graders from across the district. This multi-day, residential outdoor Schoodic Education Adventure (SEA) program is led on campus by Acadia National Park educators and district teachers. Students participate in hands-on field experiences along the rugged coast of Maine which offers unparalleled experiences and an exciting way to build science literacy and enthusiasm.
I hope you are having a wonderful holiday weekend! - Mr. Z
Octubre - Check out Ms. Vivian's Spanish bulletin board for the month of October. This years Day of the Dead celebration begins Octubre 31 to Noviembre 2nd.
Parents and Visitors
Please remember to sign in when visiting the school and put on a visitors badge if you are meeting with a teacher. If you are in school to pick-up your child, please wait in the lobby area and allow office staff to call your child down. This minimizes disruptions to the classrooms.
School Nurse Note
It's time to start the process for the Influenza clinic at TES. I'm happy to announce that the Flu-Mist (Intranasal) vaccine is available again this year. According to the CDC the formula is changed every other year and in 2016 the results showed that one of the 3 strains in the Flu-Mist didn't work and so they banned its use in 2017. Apparently this years formula is entirely different and doesn't include the faulty strain. All influenza vaccines in the US contain 3 strains of flu.
In order to make certain there is enough state vaccine to go around I need to know how many of each sort of vaccine we will need. All the paperwork, including the permission forms are on the school's website (Health Info Link). There are 2 forms there, one for each vaccine. If you want your child to get their vaccine at school, Please download, fill out and send in the form of your choice. You can also request a hard copy sent home with your student. Please plan to have these in to me no later than October 19th.
PTC is looking for Volunteers!
Please consider volunteering your time to the PTC. The events hosted by the PTC help fund educational field trips, buy new sports equipment, replace playground equipment and fund special events that are held throughout the school year for the students.
“Nobody can do everything, but everyone can do something.” -author unknown
Trenton PTC is excited to announce that our annual Craft Fair and Chance Raffle will be held on Saturday, November 17, 2018 from 8am-2pm. We are looking for volunteers to help solicit donations from community businesses. If you are available and willing to help, please contact Katherine Dow at the school or by email: katherine.dow@mdirss.org.
Annual Holiday Craft Fair Registration Form - November 17, 2018
Guidance Quote of the Week!
With healthy relationships in place, children are more likely to improve their behavior and are more amenable to learning social skills. Easy to Love, Difficult to Discipline p 38