The Bobcat Den
May 16, 2025
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Feeling the Love & Soaking Up the Sun!
Feeling the Love & Soaking Up the Sun!
Hello All! The sunny weather this week brought us plenty of time outdoors, and it’s clear that spring is in full swing. We’re excited for all that’s still to come as we head into the final stretch of the school year!
A huge thank you to everyone (especially our amazing PTO) for going above and beyond to make Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week so special! From the steady stream of snacks, to the delicious catered lunch, to the fun and thoughtful drawing giveaways, your generosity did not go unnoticed. You made our entire staff feel appreciated, supported, and celebrated, and we’re so lucky to have such a caring community behind us.
This morning, Mrs. Cowan’s class led our final class-led All-School Morning Meeting of the year! We heard jokes, watched and listened to some poetry, and celebrated another great example of student leadership in action. It’s been a joy watching each class shine in this role throughout the year.
Announcement for the 2025-2026 SY
Our enrollment has increased from our projected numbers. To support this growth, we have hired a full-time 1-2 Multiage Classroom Teacher. Our 2025–2026 classroom alignment will be:
Kindergarten -> 2 classrooms (Ms. Cowan, Ms. Poor)
Grades 1–2 -> 3 classrooms (Ms. Jones, Ms. Ferreira, Ms. LaBrusciano)
Grades 3–4 -> 3 classrooms (Mia, Abby, Kristy)
This change won’t impact the district budget or staffing at UCS as current positions will remain the same next year. Feel free to reach out with any questions!
IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER
May 21st ~ BRMS Music Presentation @ UCS
May 22nd ~ John Alberghini Retirement Celebration (3:30p - CHMS)
May 26th ~ NO SCHOOL - Memorial Day
May 29th ~ 4th Grade Track Meet @ MMU
May 30th ~ 4th Grade Move-Up Day @ BRMS
June 5th ~ Kindergarten Family Welcome Event
June 16th ~ 4th Grade Celebration Day
June 18th ~ Last Student Day of School
UCS HAPPENINGS & INFO
UCS NIGHT at the BALLPARK
UCS NIGHT at the BALLPARK
Come join us at the Lake Monsters game on June 1st for UCS Night! 50% of every ticket sold using the QR code will come back to the school! Please share with families and friends and let's fill the park and show our Bobcat Pride as we cheer on the Lake Monsters!
Underhill Central School Fundraiser.pdf
UCS Bike Trailer Info (for PE)
UCS Bike Trailer Info (for PE)
We are excited to be starting our Bike Unit on May 27th with Bike Smart!
The Bike Smart trailer will be visiting our school from May 27th to June 6th. This program brings around 30- 40 bikes (of all sizes), helmets, and bike skills training materials to our school at no charge. Your child will improve their bike skills through games and on-bike activities designed to help him become a safe and confident bike rider.
A letter was sent home with your child this week. You can find the letter electronically HERE
Parent Information Regarding Student Belonging Survey
All students in grades 3-12 will be provided an online survey in the next two weeks related to their sense of belonging in school. This brief (four question) online survey aims to collect data on student sense of belonging to inform our efforts to better support student well being. If you would like your student to opt out or if you have any questions, please connect with the principal of your child's school.
NEWS FROM THE PTO
Thank you to all who helped celebrate our teachers and staff during last week's Appreciation Week. The outpouring of support and care did not go unnoticed! We appreciate all of your continued help and support throughout the year!
We are also looking for a new PTO board member to serve as secretary and lead communications for next year. We also need a new PTO President-Elect! This person will serve alongside the existing board next year in preparation for the 2026-2027 school year. This is a GREAT role for a kindergarten, first or second grade parent. We need you! Please reach out to us at UCSPTO@mmuusd.org to learn more!
Buying labels for your family's gear? Use our school's name to help support the PTO's fundraising efforts for opportunities such as Math through Art, visiting authors and artists and more. All families need to do is click the link, under support, type in our school (Underhill Central School) in the search bar in the middle of the screen, and start buying!
UCS PTO will receive 20% of each sale.
2025-2026 AFTER-SCHOOL UPDATE
2025-2026 School Year
2025-2026 School Year
After School Programming
After School Programming
After thoughtful consideration and careful attention to the feedback we’ve received from families and caregivers, we are excited to move forward with the PART 2 After-School Program for the 2025–2026 school year. We shared an initial communication last week and will continue to provide updates as we move ahead in the planning process. If you’d like to read the letter we sent out, you can view it HERE.
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Open registration for everyone has begun for next SY! See the Part2 flyer for more information and details! Can also click HERE registration info!
From the District
2025-2026 SY District Calendar
The district has put out the SY calendar for next year over the weekend. There are minimal changes compared to this year’s school calendar. The First Student Day is back on a Wednesday (August 27th).
You can view the full 2025-26 SY Calendar HERE and it was shared in the District Happenings as well!
FROM THE HEALTH OFFICE
Please check your children carefully each day for ticks (How To Do A Tick Check) ... Go to healthvermont.gov/BeTickSmart for facts about tick-borne diseases in Vermont and to see a video to learn how to safely remove a tick.
Health Department offers these tips to Be Tick Smart:
Protect
Ticks live in wooded and brushy areas with high grass and leaf litter. Walk in the center of trails to avoid contact with host-seeking ticks.
Take extra precautions in spring through fall when ticks are most active.
Use an EPA-registered insect repellent on your skin.
Consider treating clothing with permethrin, which kills ticks on contact and gives protection through several washes. Do not use permethrin on skin.
Talk to your veterinarian about tick prevention products for pets.
Wear pants, long sleeves and long socks. Light-colored clothing can help you spot ticks more easily.
Check
Check clothing, gear, and pets before going inside.
Put your clothes in the dryer on high heat for 10 minutes.
Perform daily tick checks on yourself, your children, and pets
Shower soon after spending time outdoors
Remove
Use tweezers to grab the tick up close to the skin
Pull the tick straight up, do not twist
Wash hands and bite area with soap and water
Watch
Watch for symptoms of tickborne illness for 30 days after a tick bite.
Symptoms may include fever, chills, rash, headache, joint pain, muscle aches, or fatigue. Not all people with Lyme disease report a rash.
Contact your healthcare provider if you develop any symptoms, and tell them about your recent tick bite, when the bite occurred, and your outdoor activities.
Some tickborne diseases, including Lyme disease and anaplasmosis, can be treated with antibiotics.
Most people who receive a timely diagnosis and begin treatment early in the course of their illness fully recover.
Illness is on the rise across the country. We are seeing it here at school as well. Please review with your child the importance of good hand-washing
How can I prevent the spread of germs?
How can I prevent the spread of germs?
There are many ways you can prevent the spread of germs. The best thing you can do is wash your hands regularly with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Other ways to prevent the spread of germs include:
Using hand sanitizer that contains at least 70% isopropyl alcohol. This works in a pinch if you can’t access soap and water to wash your hands.
Sneezing or coughing into your elbow or covering your nose or mouth with a tissue.
Staying home if you’re sick.
Avoiding people who are sick.
Practicing good food handling when cooking and storing food.
Frequently cleaning and disinfecting surfaces and objects that are touched often.
Source: Cleveland Clinic.orgma
ONLINE SCHOOL STORE
GET YOUR BOBCAT GEAR!!!
GET YOUR BOBCAT GEAR!!!
Welcome to the UCS Bobcats Online Sideline Store, the place to score personalized Bobcat Swag and accessories from all your favorite brands 24/7/365. Get ready for the summer with new styles and brands
**Profits do go back to the UCS** Happy shopping!!!
FREE FAMILY SUPPORT/EDUCATION PROGRAMS
Circle of Parents® SUPPORT GROUPS:
Circle of Parents® SUPPORT GROUPS:
Ongoing Support Groups (can join any time)
❖ Single Mom’s (Thursdays at 5:15pm via zoom)
❖ Children with Special Needs (Tuesdays at 12pm via zoom)
❖ Circle of Fathers (Mondays at 8pm via zoom)
❖ Circle of Parents of Adoptive Parents (1st Wednesday of month at noon via zoom)
❖ Perinatal Circle of Parents St. Johnsbury (1st Wednesday of month at 5pm)
❖ Perinatal Circle of Parents Zoom (2nd Monday of them month 10am via zoom)
Upcoming Nurturing Parents Programs Available:
All programs are offered virtually and FREE!
All programs are 2 hours per week for 14-18 weeks. Want to enroll in any of the programs offered?? Please complete THIS FORM to enroll today!
Nurturing Program® for Families in Substance Use Treatment & Recovery
-> Thursdays at 5:30pm starting April 24th
-> Tuesdays at 10am starting May 6th
-> Tuesdays at 5:30pm starting June 10th
Nurturing Skills™ for Families
-> Thursdays at 1pm starting May 8th
-> Mondays at 6pm starting June 2nd
Free VIRTUAL/Online Parent Education Programs to any parent/caregiver in Vermont who wants support and/or to learn new parenting skills. Do you or someone you know want to learn more about the programs offered?
Visit the website at: www.pcavt.org/family-support-programs
Email at familysupport@pcavt.org
Call 1-800-CHILDREN
COMMUNITY NEWS & EVENTS
The Chittenden East Youth Football Wolverines have opened up registration for the 2025 fall season. Hop online at ceyfa.org to register your kiddos to join their friends on the big field! The Wolverine program runs in the fall, mid-August through October, with a long history of Championship football. Come be a part of a team, build strong relationships, learn life lessons and build memories that will last a lifetime while learning the game of football. Registration is open for all players in grades 1 through 8. 1st through 4th graders play 7v7 flag football and 5th through 8th graders play tackle. For more information please check out our website or email Steve and Eva McLaughlin at ceyfafootball@gmail.com
"Protect Your Head at ALL Times - Ride PHAT Program"
"Protect Your Head at ALL Times - Ride PHAT Program"
Info about this program with UVMMC and an opportunity to purchase your own helmet for ONLY $15.00
Track is Back! The Mt. Mansfield Summer Track Program returns for our 31st year. We are a program open to all athletes from beginners to those looking to specialize in certain events. Athletes will practice and compete based on age groups from 5-6 years old up to the 13-15 age group. It is a great way for younger kids to learn a new sport and helps the middle school athletes prepare for high school. Practices are Monday and Wednesday from 5:30-6:30 at the MMU track. The program starts on Monday, June 23 and wraps up on Wednesday, July 16. We have 2-3 meets with other teams from Chittenden County and there is the option of competing at the Vermont Recreation and Parks state meet at the end of the season. Registration is $40 for the first child in a family, $30 for the second, and $20 for each additional child and includes a team t-shirt. The program is run by Mt. Mansfield Track Coach Bill Eschholz and members of the 2025 MMU Track Team. For additional information or to request a registration form please email Bill Eschholz at MMSTXC@gmail.com.
STAY CONNECTED with WHAT'S HAPPENING @ UCS
We will keep our WEBSITE updated on a regular basis. We also invite you to follow us on our two main social media pages: TWITTER (X) and INSTAGRAM. I also encourage you to reach out to the classroom teachers as they all communicate in a variety of different platforms!
Underhill Central School
Underhill Central School
Email: ucsoffice@mmuusd.org
Location: 6 Irish Settlement Rd, Underhill, VT 05489
Phone: 802.899.4676
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