UNION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 1070 HEALD HIGHWAY

UNION, ME 04862

CHRISTINA WOTTON, PRINCIPAL FEBRUARY 28, 2014 MICHELLE BAILEY, LEAD TEACHER

Dates to Remember~~~~~~~~~

Tuesday, March 11thPTC Meeting @ UES 6:00 PM

All parents welcome!~~~~~~~~~

Friday, March 14thNO SCHOOL - Workshop Day

~~~~~~~~~March 24-28

Children’s Stage Adventures~~~~~~~~~

Monday, March 31stTooth Protectors Dental Clinic

Allison Davis, Administrative Assistant

Kindergarten Registration

Any child having their 5th birthday on or before October 15th 2011 is eligible to enter Kindergarten in the fall. Please call Miller School at 832-2103 or stop by the office to register your child.

There is a NEW School Cancellation scroll bar on the district website.

www.msad40.orgThe front door at Miller School will be

locked from 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Please RING THE DOORBELL and we will let you in.

New Story Hour at the Waldoboro Public Library

Join the Monday Book Nook

Mondayʼs at 3:30 p.m.No registration needed

Listen to childrenʼs chapter books (8-12) read aloud.

http://www.msad40.org/schools/union/

Do you have an item you want placed in the newsletter? Please get

any information to Allison in the office by Thursday morning. The

best way to give me information is to e-mail it to me.

My e-mail address is allison_davis@msad40.org

Breakfast Menufor week of 2/24/14

Monday- Apple Jacks, apple juice, graham crackers, white

milk

Tuesday- Assorted cereal, fresh fruit, white milk

Wednesday- Egg & cheese omelet, fresh fruit, white milk

Thursday- Cinnamon rolls, fresh fruit, white milk

Friday- Raisin Bran, banana, white milk

Principal’s Pride

Update:  Kindergarten  1:1  ipad  is  in  full  swing.  This  week  the  kindergarten  students  began  their  9irst  research  paper!  They  had  a  science  lesson  on  animals.  They  then  went  to  an  app  and  made  a  list  of  their  favorite  animals  that  they  will  use.  Such  amazing  learning  is  happening  with  all  the  students  in  kindergarten,  it  is  exciting  to  see!  

Students recognized for positive behaviors!!

Congratulations to the following students for being recognized this week for our targeted positive behavior which is: raises hand to share and keeps comments & questions on topic.

Autumn Perreault, Julia Hynd, Ellora Hunt, Danielle Davis, Dakotah Brackett, Bryce Boody, Braelyn Hood, Jonathon Winchenbach, Po Pfirrmann, Jillian Gamage, Ian Doughty, Zak Winpenny, Alex Ward, Lily McCormick, and Colby Mank.

We did a drawing from those names and the following students will receive special privileges next week:Dakotah Brackett, Braelyn Hood & Zak Winpenny.

Great job!!!!

All students who are recognized have their name put in a drawing. We will draw a winner of a special prize at our Trimester Assembly!

Event: Dr. Seuss's BirthdayLocation: Vose Library, 392 Common Road, Union, MEDate: Saturday, March 1Time: 10amDescription:Celebrate the life and imagination of beloved author Dr. Seuss. Listen to a Seuss story and enjoy cake, punch, coloring sheets, and activities. Wear your striped hat! Fun for kids of all ages!This program is free and open to the public. For more information, call Vose Library at 785-4733.-----------------

Medomak Valley Varsity Softball Coach Richard Vannah will be having Throwing sessions on Thursday Evenings from 6-645 pm at MVHS. (Feb 27, March 6, 13 & 20). The sessions will be for Grades 3-8, for anyone interested in getting out to loosen up for the upcoming season. Pitching sessions will be from 645-730, make sure that you have a catcher. There is no Fee for the sessions just bring a glove and a pair of sneakers. If you have any Questions about the sessions just email Richard @ bop-r@roadrunner.com or call 207-832-5875. Thanks

Throwing Clinic @ MVHSMedomak Valley High School varsity baseball

coach Scott Hastings will be offering a throwing clinic for students in grades 3-8 who

live in RSU #40. The clinic will run from 6:00-7:00 on February 25, March 4, March 11, March 18 and March 25 in the gymnasium of

Medomak Valley High School. Attendees may attend any or all of the clinics and there

is no charge to attend. Attendees will need to have sneakers and a baseball glove. The

clinic will focus on proper throwing mechanics. This is a great opportunity to

begin throwing before the baseball season begins. Though this clinic will focus on

pitching, it will be beneficial to those who play any baseball position. No registration is

required, but anyone with questions about the clinic can email Coach Hastings at

scott_hastings@msad40.org or leave him a message at the high school at 832-5389.

UES KINDERGARTEN SCREENING & REGISTRATION Any parent who has a child who will be 5 on or before October 15, 2014 is requested to contact the school to sign up for Kindergarten Screening and Registration which will take place on May 2nd. Please call the office @

785-4330 to register your child. We are starting to set up appointment times so call as soon as you can.

Thank you and we look forward to hearing from you!!

Event: St. Patrick's Day DinnerLocation: Union Masonic Lodge, 149 Sennebec Road, Union, MEDate: Sunday, March 16Time: 1-4pmDescription:Union’s Vose Library offers a traditional “Be In The Green” St. Patrick ’s Day dinner on Sunday March 16 from 1:00 to 4:00 pm, with tickets priced at $10.00 each.  The event will be held at the Union Masonic Lodge, 149 Sennebec Road, and proceeds will benefit Vose Library.  The menu will feature a traditional St. Patrick’s Day dinner with corned beef, cabbage, potatoes, soda bread, and home-made desserts. There will be live music with an Irish theme.  Tickets can be purchased in advance at Vose Library, or at the Masonic Lodge door on March 16.Library patrons and supporters are invited to help Union’s community library to “Be In The Green” by attending the St. Patrick’s Day dinner.For more information, call Vose Library at 784-4733.

CONNECTIONSPresents

Moms  ‘n  Sons,  March  6,  13,  and  20,  2014Last  program  of  Spring  2014

 The  CONNECTIONS  program  invites  BOYS  in  Knox  County  and  Lincolnville  in  grades  3,  4,  and  5  and  their  moms,  step-­‐moms,  aunts,  grandmothers,  or  other  significant  women  in  their  lives  to  aEend  three  sessions  for  FOOD,  FACTS  and  FUN.

Loca<on:  Penobscot  Bay  “Y”,  116  Union  St.,  RockportThursdays,  March  6,  13,  20,  2014

6  to  8pm  

The  focus  of  the  program  is  to  have  FUN  and  provide  informaMon  about  issues  such  as  not  using  tobacco  or  other  substances,  anM-­‐bullying,  increased  physical  acMvity,  promote  good  nutriMon,  and  bonding  between  parent  and  child.  Each  evening  starts  with  a  “GeRng  to  Know  You”  acMvity,  followed  by  a  light  healthy  meal  and  a  short  discussion  on  making  healthy  choices.  The  remainder  of  the  evening  is  spent  playing  games  and  acMviMes  that  everyone  can  parMcipate  in  equally.  The  series  is  FREE,  but  you  must  register  to  parMcipate.  Enrollment  is  limited,  so  sign  up  today!To  make  the  group  dynamics  work  best,  par7cipants  are  encouraged  to  commit  to  a8end  all  three  sessions.

 To  register,  contact  Nancy  Laite  at  236-­‐6313,  ext.2  or  nllaite2@myfairpoint.net  Funding  for  the  program  is  in  collaboraMon  with  the  Pen  Bay  “Y”,  The  FIRST  Bank,  The  Rockland  Kiwanis,  Camden  West  Bay  Rotary,  1st  Congrega<onal  Church,  Camden  Lions  Club,  Stepping  With  the  Stones  and  Tug  and  Georgia  Kellough.

 

Health Office NewsletterFebruary 28th, 2014

Winter Storms and Power Outages

Winter storms pose a particular hazard in Maine, or anywhere in the north, because they may be accompanied by, or followed by, extreme cold. And if we get a lot of snow, you may not be able to get to the store for a day or two. Couple that with a power outage, and many Maine people will be challenged to stay well fed and warm. Remember the ice storm in 1998!

Here are some tips to help get you through safely.

• Listen to weather reports. Take storm warnings seriously.• Make sure you have extra batteries for your radio and flashlights.• Make sure you have food and water on hand, as well as any medicines you or your family may need. Check to see if you

have fuel for the camp stove and/or propane for the grill. DO NOT USE THESE INDOORS.• If you have a wood stove, or other source of heat that doesn’t require electricity, make sure you have plenty of wood,

propane, kerosene, etc. USE THESE ALTERNATIVE HEAT SOURCES SAFELY.• Haul some extra blankets and/or sleeping bags out of the closet. Make sure you didn’t leave them at camp last summer!• If you have a generator, check it out and make sure you have fuel. DO NOT USE A GENERATOR IN AN ATTACHED

GARAGE OR CELLAR, EVER!• Check the batteries in your smoke detectors. Power outage situations pose special risks of fire.• Stay warm! Hypothermia can sneak up on you. The elderly may be particularly susceptible to this. If you have an elderly

neighbor, friend or relative, make sure they’re ok.

MOST OF ALL! THINK SAFETY!

• Watch out for the candles.• Don’t overtax yourself shoveling snow.• Don’t be too quick to use the chain saw on that tree that’s down in the yard. Make sure you use the proper safety

equipment and procedures, or get someone in who is trained in using a chain saw.

Adapted from the www.maine.gov “Maine Prepares” website

RSU  40/MSAD  40  Adult  Education  Classes  Starting  Soon!  Sign  up  and  pay  online  at  www.msad40.maineadulted.org  or  call  at  832-­5205.

 American  Red  Cross  Classes  held  at  MVHSPricing:   If   taking   one  Red  Cross  class,   the  cost   is  $54/$59   non-­resident;   if   taking   two   classes,   the   cost   is   $64/$69   non-­resident;  the  cost  for  taking  all  three  classes  is  $74/$79  non-­resident.Adult  CPR/AED          Learn  the  signs  of  breathing,  choking  and  cardiac  emergencies  and  how  to  care  for  them.  A  two-­‐year  certi9ication  is  awarded  upon  successful  completion  of  this  training.    Class  meets  Tuesday,  3/4  from  6  -­‐  9  pm.Pediatric  (Child/Infant)  CPR/AED      Recognize  the  signals   of  a  cardiac   emergency  in  an  infant  or   child  (birth  to  age  12).  A  two-­‐year  certi9ication  is  awarded  upon  successful  completion  of  this  training.    Class  meets  Tuesday,  3/11  &  3/18  from  6  -­‐  8  pm.First  Aid      Learn  to   identify   the  signs  of   common  sudden  illnesses  and  health  emergencies  and  how  to   care  for  them  effectively.    Class  meets  Tuesday,  3/25  &  4/1  from  6  –  8  pm.

Beginning  Woodworking  with  Nicholas  BuckFor  those  new  to  woodworking  and  power  tools,  this   class  offers  guided  introduction  from  a  professional  woodworker  with  an  emphasis  on  safety.    Materials  fee  is  based  on  the  project  &  type  of  wood  chosen.    NEW  START  DATE:  Begins  Tuesday,  3/4  from  6  –  8  pm  for  6  weeks.    Fee:  $59/$64  non-­‐resident.    MVHS,  Room  36.

Chair  Caning  with  Bernard  ZikeRepair   that  chair  with  guidance  from  a  pro!    Class  will  cover   seat  weaving  featuring  caning  (natural  rush),  splint   seat,  shaker  tape,  porch  rockers   and  wicker  repairs.    Materials   fee  payable   to  the  instructor  is   based  on  your  project  need.    Begins  Wednesday,  3/5  from  6:30  –  8:30  pm  for  5  weeks.    Fee:  $49/$54  non-­‐resident.  MVHS,  Room  36.

Pottery  –Creating  with  Bridgette  KinneyCreate  your  own  pots  on  the  wheel  or  by  hand  building  under  the  supervision  of  an  experienced  potter.    A  materials  fee  of  $20  for  clay  is  payable  to  the  instructor  at  the  class.    NEW  START  DATE:  Begins  Wednesday,  3/5  from  6  –  8  pm  for  5  weeks.    Fee:  $44/$49  non-­‐resident.    MVHS  Clay  Studio.

Carving  the  Basswood  Scoop  with  Mike  McCuneCarve  a  basic  3x2x7”  (approx.  ¾  cup)  basswood  scoop  with  either  a  plain  handle  OR  with  a  dragonhead  or  a  teal-­‐duck  head  handle.    Some  tools  are  available  –  call  the  adult  ed.  of9ice  for  more  info.    All  ability  levels  welcome.    Materials  fee  of  $10  or  $15  is  payable  to   the  instructor  based  on  your  project.    Begins  Thursday,  3/6  from  6  –  8-­‐pm  for  5  weeks.    Fee:  $49/$54  non-­‐resident.    MVHS,  Room  36.

Intro  to  Microsoft  Word  with  Teresa  JohnsonLearn  the  basics  of   the  most  powerful  word  processing  program  available  today  –  Microsoft  Word!      Discover  how  to  add,  move  through  and  edit  text,  margins  and  tab  settings  and  then  save,  retrieve  and  copy  your  new  documents!    Two  separate  sessions:    Thursday,  3/7  &  3/13  from  4  -­‐6  pm  OR  from  6  -­‐8  pm.    Fee:  $29/$34  non-­‐resident.    MVHS,  Room  27.

Exercise  Ball  Class  with  Stacy  NashJoin  Personal  Trainer  Stacy  Nash  for  this  full  body  workout!    The  class  is  core-­‐strength  based  –  you  will  learn  to  9ind,  use  and  improve  upon  your  own  core  strength.    All  ability  levels  are  welcome!    Bring  to  class  an  exercise  ball  (55-­‐65  cm),  3  or  5  pound  hand  weights  and  water.  NEW  START  DATE:  Begins  Monday,  3/10  from  5  –  6  pm  for  6  weeks.    Fee:  $54/$59  non-­‐resident.    Medomak  Middle  School  Music  Room.

Moroccan  Cooking  at  the  Badger  Café  with  Chef  Michael  GreerThis   class  will  teach  a  basic  Moroccan  meal  of  roasted  pepper  and  tomato  salad  a  meatball  tagine  (stew)  over  cilantro  lemon  cous  cous.    Come  hungry!    A  materials  fee  of  $15  is  payable  to  the  chef.    Class  meets  Monday,  3/10  from  6  -­‐8  pm.    Fee:  $19/$24  non-­‐resident.    Class  is  held  at  the  Badger  Café,  Union  Common.

Prepare  for  the  new  High  School  Equivalency  Test  (HiSET)  in  2014!    Start   the  process   of   earning   a  high  school  equivalency   diploma  in  2014!  Maine  and  many   other  states  have   switched  from   the  GED  tests  to   the  HiSet   (High  School  Equivalency  Test)  Exams.    High  school  equivalency  diploma  preparation  classes  meet  every  Wednesday  at  MVHS  from  6  –  8  pm  (with  the  exception  of  school  vacation  weeks  and  when  school  is  canceled  due   to  inclement  weather).    This  program   is   FREE  of  charge  for  Maine  residents.     If  you   have  already  begun  taking  the  OfQicial  GED  Tests,  there  is  a  grace  period  of  one  year  (2014)  to  keep  your  GED  scores  and  Qinish  testing  with  the  HiSET  Exams!!!    Call  832-­5205  for  more  info  today!

Medomak Middle School Drama Troupe proudly presents:The Velveteen RabbitDirector: Nancy DurginTech /Set Director: Libbie WinslowStudent Choreographer: Ella GrantCostumes: Linda Grant

MARCH 13,14, &15, 2014@ MVHS Ronald Dolloff Auditorium: 7:00PM  2:30 matinee Saturday 15th /tickets $5.00@ door.Saturday Dinner Theater Option: 8th Grade Fundraising dinner at MMS. $8.00 for a combo ticket gets you dinner and the show. You may either attend the 2:30 matinee then have dinner, or have dinner then attend the 7:00 performance .

Book, lyrics, &music by BARNES BOFFEE & PAUL PILCHER/ additional music by BOB LOVEbased on the book by MARGERY WILLIAMSPermission granted by The Dramatic Publishing Co.;311 Washington St; Woodstock, IL 60098

We are pleased to announce that Children’s Stage Adventures will be conducting a theatre residency at Union Elementary School the week of March 24-28! They will be producing a musical play The Emperor’s New Clothes. This residency is funded this year by the Parent Teacher Committee here at UES. Parents and family members can help defray costs for by sponsoring an ad in the playbill. You will find the sponsor letter on the back of this page. The letter explains how to sponsor the program with an ad or donation. More information about auditions and permission slips will be in next week’s newsletter. We are very excited to be able to have Children’s Stage Adventures here again this year at UES!!

UNION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PARENT-TEACHER GROUP

1070 Heald Highway Union, ME 04862

207-785-4330 Fax: 207-785-4844

March 1, 2014 Dear Sir or Madam: Childrenʼs Stage Adventures, a weeklong theater experience for the children of Union Elementary School, which will be held the week of March 24-28, will be fully funded by the Parent-Teacher Committee this year. At the end of the week, on March 28th at 7:00 p.m., a theatrical performance of The Emperorʼs New Clothes will be held on the Union Elementary School stage. Therefore, we are offering community businesses and individuals the opportunity to sponsor this program and others and, in return, are pleased to offer space on the playbill for your name, business card or half- or full-page advertisement. The sponsor structure will be as follows: _____ List my name as a sponsor! I am enclosing $5.00, and wish my name to appear as _______________________________________________________. _____ Place my Business Card (approx. 2 1/2” x 4”) on the business pages. I am enclosing the business card that I wish to be copied and $10.00. _____ Place my half-page ad (approx. 5” x 4”) in the business pages of the playbill. I am enclosing a mock-up of the ad that I wish to be copied and $20.00. _____ Place my full-page ad (approx. 5” x 8”) in the business pages of the playbill. I am enclosing a mock-up of the ad that I wish to be copied and $40.00. Please check the appropriate box and return donation (checks payable to Union Elementary School) and ad materials to UES by March 19, 2014. Thank you for your support, The Union Elementary School Parent-Teacher Committee !!