Week of May 20th, 2024
May 27th - No School - Memorial Day
May 30th - Grade 4 Concert @ 6:00 pm
May 30th & 31st - Incoming Kindergarten Screening
June 3rd - K & Grade 1 Field Day
June 4th - Grades 2 & 3 Field Day & KL Music Informance @ 11:30 am
June 5th - Grade 4 Field Day
June 6th - KM Music Informance @ 11:30 am & Wizard of Oz Performance @ 6 pm
June 7th - KO Music Informance @ 11:30 am & Wizard of Oz Performance @ 6 pm
June 8th - Wizard of Oz Performance @ 2 pm
June 10th - 4th Grade Breakfast & Moving On Ceremony @ 9:30 am
June 11th - Last Day of School - 4th Grade School-Wide Clap Out & Dismissal at 12:15 pm
Memorial Day Assembly
This morning, we gathered as a school community alongside current service members and veterans from Dunstable and Groton to show our respect for those who died serving our country.
Thank you to Mrs. Codyer for filming this remembrance so we can share it with our parents and families within our communities.
Thank you to Joe Dean for collaborating with us to extend this invitation beyond our school families to the Veterans in town.
A second thank you to Mr. Brandon LaBelle, Father of Otto (KM) & Sawyer (3M) LaBelle (Army) for speaking about the meaning of sacrifice, courage, honor, and love.
Among those in attendance were our parents who have served or are serving in our military. We thank you for your service and for coming today:
Mr. Jeffrey Foley, father of Reilly Foley (KL) - Iraq Veteran - Air Force.
Mr. Christopher Shannon, Father of CJ (3D) & Scarlett (1S) Shannon - Army.
Mr. Jeff Groll and Mrs. Maggie Groll, parents of Deke Groll (KM) - Navy & Air Force Officers.
Mr. Peter Tourigny, father of Reagan (2R) & Royce (1S) Tourigny - Veteran.
Mr. Michael Morgan, father of Greyson (2R) Morgan - Veteran.
Mr. David Kimpton - Air Force Veteran.
And the several other veterans who joined us today.
Ti-GRRR Awards
G ~ We believe that one can develop a GROWTH mindset and learn new things.
R ~ A RESPECTFUL school community member is considerate of others.
R ~ A RESPONSIBLE school community member takes care of themselves, others and their environment.
R ~ A RESILIENT school community member takes on challenges, learns from mistakes and experiences growth through this process.
Tim Vigars (40) has shown Responsibility by listening well and developing strong interpretations of texts during Readers’ Workshop. He has been outstanding at sharing his great ideas with the class and helps his classmates feel comfortable sharing theirs as well!
Liam Tousignant (4O) has shown great Responsibility by listening well and developing strong interpretations of texts during Readers’ Workshop. His ability to understand the text and to make connections within the text is a high skill level! Sharing ideas with the class helps others to develop those skills as well.
Rado Andacic (4F) has shown great Responsibility by listening well and developing strong interpretations of texts during Readers’ Workshop. His ability to understand the text and to make connections within the text is a high skill level! Sharing ideas with the class helps others to develop those skills as well.
Zaineb Al Dorai (4F) demonstrated Responsibility during all of the 4th-grade MCAS tests this year. She showed excellent focus during testing periods. She took her time, used her scrap paper to show her work, and checked off all of her answers.
Mrs. Bushnell’s Class is reconginzing the following students (left to right):
John (JT) Truesdell for being a Ti-GRRR in every core value all year! He is a Respectful student, Responsible for all his things and work, and has shown so much Growth this year!
Mila Vazquez has shown the core values of Swallow Union each and every day this year! Sh shows up ready to work hard, is Respectful and Responsible and a Resilient Ti-GRRR!
Zachary Mahan has made excellent Growth in 2nd grade this year. He has grown so much in the areas of Resilience and has developed great strategies for persevering when things are hard!
Henry Dutton has shown all the Ti-GRRR values we could ask for this year. He has a Respectful way in presenting himself, he is Responsible for all of his work and materials, andis Resilient when things get hard!
Joshua Tessier has shown a great deal of Growth this year in 2nd grade! He is Reslient when things get hard and he perseveres through. Keep up the great work!
Charlie Chege (2C) showed Growth during recess by being brave and joining a new group of friends on the playground. He played on new equipment with them and the friends showed him how to use it. #Ti-GRRR Spirit!
Lucas Fields (4J) consistently demonstrates what it means to be a Responsible learner! He often moves to a place in the classroom away from distractions so he can focus on his learning! Way to go!
Ella Narayan (4F) demonstrated Responsibility during all of the 4th-grade MCAS tests this year. She showed excellent focus during testing periods and provided thorough wirk on her scrap paper after each session. She took her time, checked all her answers, and should be super proud!
Kaylee Ferreira (4F) has shown great Responsibility by listening well and developing strong interpretations of texts during Readers’ Workshop. His ability to understand the text and to make connections within the text is a high skill level! Sharing ideas with the class helps others to develop those skills as well.
PTO Updates
PTO Board Elections - Monday, June 3, 8 pm, SU Library. All board positions are one-year terms so each role is up for re-election. We ALWAYS need volunteers and board members, consider helping out next year by completing the interest form by 5/24: 2024-2025 Swallow Union PTO Interest Form - Google Forms
Volunteer Appreciation Day - Sunday, June 2! To our wonderful volunteers, keep an eye out for an invitation to watch a movie in the theatre with your family, on us!
Book Drive - Help us replenish the SU library with books requested by the students! The book drive is open until May 31. Donated books will include a dedication to the family that contributed so your legacy stays at SU. SU Book Drive (signupgenius.com)
PERFORMANCE DATES
June 6th: 7:00 pm
June 7th: 7:00 pm
June 8th: 2:00pm
Grade 4 performs on May 30th at 6 pm at SU.
The Kindergarten "Informances" will take place in the music classroom from 11:30 - 12:00. KL is on June 4th, KM is on June 6th, and KO is on June 7th.
Healthy Bites Newsletter- Tick Safety
Welcome to our latest edition of the Healthy Bites Newsletter! Today we are talking about bites-but not the healthy kind. As spring arrives, so does the increase in outdoor activities for our students. While this is wonderful for many reasons, it does increase the likelihood of encountering ticks. Ticks are tiny creatures that can pose health risks, so it's essential to be informed and take preventative measures. Here are some important tips to ensure the safety of your child and yourself.
1. Know Your Enemy: Understanding Ticks
Ticks are small arachnids that feed on the blood of animals, including humans. They are commonly found in grassy, wooded areas, and even urban parks. Ticks can transmit diseases such as Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, anaplasmosis, babesiosis, and others.
2. Dress Appropriately: Tick-Proof Clothing
Wear long sleeves, long pants, and closed-toe shoes when venturing into wooded or grassy areas. Tucking pant legs into socks or shoes can help prevent ticks from crawling up the legs. Light-colored clothing makes it easier to spot ticks as well.
3. Tick Checks: Routine Inspection
After outdoor activities, thoroughly check your body and your child's body for ticks. Pay close attention to areas such as the scalp, behind the ears, under the arms, around the waist, and behind the knees. Promptly remove any ticks found using fine-tipped tweezers, grasping the tick as close to the skin's surface as possible and pulling upward with steady, even pressure.
4. Tick Repellents: Safeguarding with Sprays
Consider using insect repellents on exposed skin and clothing, but always follow the product instructions carefully, especially regarding application to children.
5. Stay on Trails: Avoid Tick Hotspots
Stay on designated trails and avoid walking through tall grasses or brushy areas where ticks may be abundant. It is important to stay away from leaf litter and wooded areas when possible.
6. Tick-Safe Play: Outdoor Precautions
While enjoying outdoor play, avoid sitting directly on the ground, especially in areas known to be tick habitats. Play in sunny, dry areas away from dense vegetation.
7. Seek Medical Attention: Know the Signs
See a doctor if you are unable to remove the entire tick, if symptoms such as fever, or flu-like symptoms develop, if a rash gets bigger and develops a bull's eye pattern, or if the tick bite looks infected. Early detection and treatment of tick-borne diseases are crucial for successful recovery.
Together, let's ensure a safe and enjoyable outdoor experience for all!
Stay safe and healthy,
Nurse Jen and Nurse Kate
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