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Dear Parents and Caregivers,

I'm reaching out to let you know about the Vermont Comprehensive Assessment (VTCAP) happening this spring. This is the third year of the statewide VTCAP assessment, and it will be conducted similar to llast 

year. VTCAP is required by the State of Vermont Agency of Education (VT AOE). 

Students will be assessed in the following subject areas: 

• English Language Arts (Grades 3-9)

• Mathematics (Grades 3-9)

• Science (Grades 5, 8, & 11)

Why Assessments Are Important

The Vermont Comprehensive Assessment Program (VTCAP) is important for several reasons:

• It provides valuable information about student learning. VTCAP results can help teachers, parents, and administrators identify areas where students need additional support. This information can be used to develop targeted interventions and improve instruction.

• It helps ensure that all students are making progress. VTCAP results are used to monitor student growth over time. This information can be used to identify students who are falling behind and need additional support.

• It provides accountability for schools and districts. VTCAP results are used to hold schools and districts accountable for student learning. Vermont schools need to achieve 95% participation rate statewide to determine the allocation of federal funds. The Vermont Agency of Education does not offer an option for families to opt out of this assessment.

• It helps to improve teaching and learning. VTCAP results can be used to identify areas where instruction can be improved. 

The schedule will be as follows:

Science testing for 5th and 8th grade students will take place during regularly scheduled science classes.

If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me. Thank you for your support.

Kevin

SAVE THE DATE:

5/6 Spring Party!

The 5/6 Party is Friday, April 18th from 3:00 - 4:15pm.

What is the 5/6 Party?  An after-school event for 5th & 6th grade students. 

There will be music, games and prizes in the cafeteria.  The gym will be open, and if the weather’s nice, we’ll open the doors for outdoor space too!  

How do 5/6 students sign up? All it takes is $5.00 per student and this permission slip. Families needing financial support may contact kevin.hamilton@mmuusd.org.

What else do I need to know? We need volunteers! 

Sign up HERE to provide a snack, help set up, run a game, etc.    

Track & Field sign ups are hanging up outside the gym. Track & Field is open to 5th-8th graders. The season is scheduled to start the week after April break. All are welcome! The sign up deadline is April 11. 

Here is the link to online forms to ensure your child is eligible for season, complete the online paperwork on Rank One- https://sites.google.com/mmuusd.org/brmsathletics/home

More information will be sent out soon. 

Email Matt Lennon with any questions- matthew.lennon@mmuusd.org

BRMS Ultimate Frisbee Club

April 7th to June

Tuesdays and Thursdays 2:45 to 3:25

We will start in the gym. After we get outside we will run practice until 4. 

No equipment required! 

Open to all BRMS students

contact: phil.ortego@mmuusd.org with questions. 

Mount Mansfield Youth Lacrosse - Registration Open

Mount Mansfield Boys Youth Lacrosse (3-8th grade) 2025 Spring Season and Tiny Sticks (All Genders, K-2) registrations are open.

Limited spots are available for 3-8th grade players, so if your child would like to play, please sign up ASAP. No experience necessary at any level. All are welcome.

To register and get more information on the program(s) go to the link below (apologies but you may need to copy and paste link into your browser): https://docs.google.com/document/d/1g6Ag6sM5m-uPjMVI96glCtr8ioIk2pojK4L753m1nBY/edit?usp=sharing

VTeen Science Pathways Cafés, April 12 & May 10

Join us for monthly hands-on science workshops by UVM faculty, graduate students and other STEM professionals. These are excellent opportunities to learn about a breadth of careers and current research in a variety of STEM fields. Workshops are for teens age 13+. Cafés take place on UVM campus on Saturdays from 5:00-7:00 pm and pizza and soft drinks provided. Upcoming topics include: 

March 22 Medical Laboratory Science

April 12 Brain Parasites, Behavior, and Public Health

May 10 Stop the Bleed: Emergency Medicine

Please register for these free events here: https://go.uvm.edu/afe. Space is limited for some cafés. You will receive an email before the event with campus location, parking and other information (please provide your email address). To request disability-related accommodation, please contact Margaret at mcoan@uvm.edu, or (802) 656-7634, 3 weeks prior to the session you want to attend so that we may assist you.

Hold the Dates: 

STEM Showcase on March 29

AgroTek Conference on June 28

Natural Resources Management Academy on July 11-13