May 25-30, 2015
Harw ood Union Middle/High School
Harwood Weekly Update
Memorial Day: Monday, May 25th
Memorial Day, originally called Decoration Day, is a day
of remembrance for those who have died in service of
the United States of America. In honor of our veterans
and others who served and lost their lives, there will be
no school.
Things to know:
Grades will be available to view at
noon on Friday, May 22
Commencement: June 13
Last Day of School: June 16
Final exam schedule, MS Schedule during exams,
and Senior exam schedule are listed below, starting
on page
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From Harwood Art teacher Krista Connolly:
Hi Everyone!
I just wanted to let everyone know that one of our students, Megan O'Shea, received a
"judges choice" award at the Congressional Art Show in Montpelier earlier this
week. This competition is open to all high schools in the state of Vermont and a
handful get awards (first, second, third, honorable mention, judges choice, and peoples
choice).
Here she is with Peter Welch and her mother.
Fall Sports Registration:
Registration for all Harwood High School and Middle School fall
sports will be open beginning Friday May 29. All signups are
online at FamilyID.com. Sign up info will be in next week’s
newsletter.
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Harwood’s Citizen Scientist
Nancy Spencer
Nancy’s career in teaching began over 35 years ago. She taught health at Mount Abraham
High School for 6 years before being hired at Harwood Union in 1985. Initially she was as
a high school science teacher, and then, in 1987, she became the 7th grade Life Science
teacher; this has been her niche for the last 28 years.
For Nancy, the Life Sciences are a means for humans to interpret the natural world and
understand their sense of place in it. Her passion for the natural world has been
expressed through teaching, and she has dedicated her energy and knowledge to
providing students with experiences that require them to observe, question, and use
empirical evidence. It has been her mission to inspire curiosity in every learner.
Nancy has strong roots in the Valley, and her love of the outdoors and the natural beauty
of this area have significantly influenced her teaching. Not only does she want her
students to know and appreciate their sense of place in the natural world, but to be citizen
scientists; that is to have an understanding of the relationship between humans and the
environment, how they impact each other, and the responsibility citizens have in protecting
and caring for their surroundings.
To this end, Nancy has been involved in many local projects with her students including the
Trout Project, Wildlife Habitat monitoring, and the Mad River Watershed Project. Through
partnerships with the Agency of Natural Resources, Friends of the Mad River, and the
University of Vermont, Nancy has connected her students to real world experiences –
experiences that provide students with knowledge and skills that they will be able to apply
in their local communities for the rest of their lives.
In thinking about her next phase of life, Nancy is excited to study “mindfulness: a
contemplative study in education, do yoga and continue to make those small, everyday
contributions that bring a better quality of life to her and those around her.
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6K to Raise Money for Water.org
Harwood’s Interact Club will be sponsoring the Water.org 6K Trail Run or Walk to raise money
for Water.org. Water.org is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide water and a
toilet for all. Many countries around the world are in need of a clean, safe water
supply. Water.org goes into communities all over the world to help educate people about the
necessity of sanitation, build wells with local community members, and teach the community
how to maintain the wells. Come Join Us...
When: Sunday May 31st 2015 at 10 a.m.- Rain or Shine
Registration opens at 8:30 and closes at 9:45
Where: Harwood Union High School Trails
Cost: $25 per adult, $15 per child (12-8), Free for children under 8 - Group discounts 4+adults every adult runs for $20, 6+adults every adult runs for $15, 3+kids every kid runs for
$10
Please bring cash or local checks to the event; we won’t be able to take credit cards
Any Questions or Concerns feel free to contact: Chloe Emler at: [email protected] and/or
Ellen Berrings at: [email protected]
As many of you know, Harwood alumna Grace Potter started a great music
festival here in VT called Grand Point North.
This year, Seven Days is holding a contest to see which local VT band will
perform at the festival. Our very own Harwood Assembly Band has thrown
their name in the hat and we hope to rack up some votes. Your vote means a
lot! It would be amazing to have our students chosen to represent us (and VT)
at this incredible festival.
How you can help:
Vote for the Harwood Assembly Band (link below)! And spread the word by
sharing the link in an email or on social media.
Here's the link:
http://sevendays.secondstreetapp.com/l/GPN-2015/Ballot
http://sevendays.secondstreetapp.com/l/GPN-2015/?shareId=db2dccb4-88bf-4dcb900a-592542a87eb3
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Are you ready for some football? Harwood has a cooperative
program with U-32, allowing Harwood MS and HS students the
opportunity to play football.
From U-32 Football Coach Brian Divelbliss:
U32 Raider Football Family,
The football season is here. Spring practice will run from June 8th 11th (4:00-6:00pm). Prospective players need to bring workout attire,
cleats and indoor shoes. All players trying out for the football program
are expected to make these practices. Any players participating in
post season play are excused.
Any player who is not able to make a practice needs to notify me,
Coach Divelbliss, either in person, by phone 229-0321x3035, or
email [email protected] .
Sincerely,
Brian Divelbliss
U32, Head Football Coach
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available the week of May 4. Transportation will be provided
by coach buses making it necessary to have the final
number of participants attending no later than Friday, May
22. This year's event will begin at HUHS at 7:15pm on
Saturday, June 13, for bag checks and boarding; continue to
Twin City Lanes for bowling, arcade, two-story laser tag, and
munchies; travel to Burlington to board the Spirit of Ethan
Allen for a 1:30am - 3:30am cruise with music and ice cream
sundae bar; and ending with drop-offs at the Waterbury
Train Station (4:45am) and HUHS (5:00am). All contracts
must be signed by the student and a parent/guardian even if
the student is 18 years of age or older. Students MAY NOT
drive themselves to and from the event, but can carpool with
another parent or guardian. Please direct any questions to
Nancy Myrto at 882-1100.
HARWOOD WEEKLY UPDATE MAY 25-JUNE 6, 2015
Monday 25
Tuesday 26
Wednesday 27
Thursday 28
Friday 29
Saturday 30
Memorial Day No Classes
Boys Golf at Sectionals
(Orleans) Depart at 6:30
Boys Varsity/JV Lacrosse @
Milton 4:00/5:30 Bus at 2:00
MS Track @ U-32 3:30
Bus at 2:00
JV Baseball @ Lyndon
4:30 Bus at 2:00
Softball @ Fairfax 4:30 Bus
at 2:10
Girls Varsity and JV
Lacrosse @ Lamoille
4:30/5:45 Bus at 2:30
JV Baseball @ U-32 4:30
Bus at 3:00
Possible Girls Tennis
Playoffs
Boys Varsity/JV Lacrosse
Home Lamoille 4:00/5:30
HS Track Home 3:30
JV Baseball Home
Randolph 4:30
Varsity/JV Girls Lacrosse
Home Stowe 4:30/5:45
HS Track at Essex (NE
Qualifier) 9:00 Bus at 7:30
Varsity Baseball/Softball
Home Lyndon 4:30
Girls Varsity/JV Lacrosse
Home Lamoille 4:30/5:45
Varsity Baseball/Softball
Home U-32 4:30
Varsity Baseball/Softball
@ Thetford DH 11:00/1:00
Bus at 8:00
Possible Girls Tennis
Playoffs
Possible Girls Tennis
Playoffs
Possible Girls Tennis
Playoffs
JV Baseball @ Lamoille
11:00 Bus at 9:00
Possible Girls Tennis
Playoffs
Boys Varsity/JV Lacrosse
@ Rice 11:00/12:30 Bus at
9:00
Monday 1
Uniformed Service
Celebration 6:00 HU
Auditorium
MS Spring Concert 7:00
HU Auditorium
Tuesday 2
Wednesday 3
Thursday 4
Girls Golf State Meet
(Okemo) Depart 6:30
Holden Culinary Class
to NECI/VT Food
Bank Bus at 8:00
Boys Golf State Meet
Killington Depart
6:30
Holden Bake Shop to
NECI/Red Hen
Bakery Bus at 9:00
Blood Drive 10:003:30 HU MS Gym
Friday 5
Saturday 6- SAT
Test Date
Step Up Day
State Track and Field
@ U-32 Bus at 8:00
Possible Baseball
Playdown
Possible Baseball
Playdown
Possible Baseball
Quarterfinal
Possible Baseball
Quarterfinal
Possible Boys
Lacrosse Playdown
Possible Boys Lacrosse
Playdown
Possible Boys Lacrosse
Quarterfinal
Possible Boys
Lacrosse Quarterfinal
Possible Girls Lacrosse
Quarterfinal
Possible Girls
Lacrosse Quarterfinal
HS Final Concert #1
7:00 HU Auditorium
2015 FINAL EXAM SCHEDULE
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June 11-16
THURSDAY-JUNE 11th is a FULL DAY OF SCHOOL
FRIDAY, MONDAY and TUESDAY: 2 exams/day –dismissal at 12:30 for all students
EXAM SCHEDULE is in reverse order –BLOCK 7- BLOCK 1
THURSDAY: JUNE 11th Schedule
EXAM Block 7 - 8:15 -10:15
10:30 - 2:47
6 -34 minute classes
30 - minute lunches
4 minutes passing
Exam –Block 7
8:15 -10:15
Exam –Block 7
8:15 -10:15
Block 1 Class
10:30 – 11:04
Block 1 Class
10:30 – 11:04
Lunch 1
11:08 – 11:38
Block 2 Class
11:08 – 11:42
Block 2 Class
11:42 – 12:16
Lunch 2
11:46 – 12:16
Block 3 Class
12:20 – 12:54
Block 3 Class
12:20 – 12:54
Block 4 Class
12:58 – 1:32
Block 4 Class
12:58 – 1:32
Block 5 Class
1:36 – 2:10
Block 5 Class
1:36 – 2:10
Block 6 Class
2:14 – 2:47
Block 6 Class
2:14 – 2:47
MS Schedule for Thursday – June 11
th
th
th
7 Grade Team
8 Grade Team
Block 7 Class
8:05 - 8:39
Block 7 Class
8:05 – 8:39
Core
8:43 -12:25
Core
8:43 -12:25
Lunch
12:25 – 12:58
Lunch
12:25 -12:58
Core
12:58 – 1:32
Core
12:58 – 1:32
Block 5 Class
1:36 – 2:10
Block 5 Class
1:36 – 2:10
Block 6 Class
2:14 – 2:47
Block 6 Class
2:14 – 2:47
HS EXAM SCHEDULE
FRIDAY 6/12
All students Grades 9 -12
MONDAY 6/15
TUESDAY 6/16
Students Grades 9-11
Students Grades 9-11
Block 6 Class
Block 4 Class
Block 2 Class
8:15 -10:15
8:15 -10:15
Block 3 Class
Block 1 Class
10:30 -12:30
10:30 -12:30
8:15 -10:15
Block 5 Class
10:30 -12:30
MS SCHEDULE DURING EXAMS –FRIDAY –JUNE 12
th
th
7 grade Team
8 grade team
Block 6 Class
8:05 - 8:50
Core
8:05 - 8:50
Core
8:50 -11:10
Core
8:50 -11:10
Block 5 Class
11:15 -12:00
Block 5 Class
11:15 -12:00
Lunch
12:00 -12:30
Lunch
12:00 -12:30
Dismissal
12:35
Dismissal
12:35
MS SCHEDULE DURING EXAMS –MONDAY –JUNE 15
th
th
7 grade Team
8 grade team
Core
8:00 -12:00
Core
8:00 -12:00
Lunch
12:00 -12:30
Lunch
12:00 -12:30
Dismissal
12:35
Dismissal
12:35
MS SCHEDULE DURING EXAMS – TUESDAY –JUNE 16
th
th
7 grade Team
8 grade team
Core
8:00 – 9:30
Core
8:00 – 9:30
MS Awards Assembly
9:30 -12:00
MS Awards Assembly
9:30 -12:00
Lunch
12:00 -12:30
Lunch
12:00 -12:30
Dismissal
12:35
Dismissal
12:35
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2015 Final Exam Schedule for Classes with only Seniors
At the teacher’s discretion –Seniors with a B average or better do not need to take a final exam.
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
June 8
June 9
June 10
June 11
June 12
Block 2 Exam
Block 7 Exam
During Block 2
class time -83
minutes
8:15 -10:15
Block 4 Exam
during Block 4 class
time - 83 minutes
BLOCK 1 exam is
10:30 -12:30
FOLLOW A
THURSDAY
SCHEDULE
Block 3 exam
during block 3 class
REGULAR
MONDAY
SCHEDULE
Regular Exam Day
Block 5 exam
during block 5 class
Block 6 Exam
8:15 – 10:15
Seniors then have
lunch 12:45 -1:30
Seniors attend
Regular class
Blocks 1 and 7 as
scheduled
Attend remaining
classes Blocks 5 and
6
Schedule make-up
exams for seniors
10:30 -12:30
Seniors attend 6
block class
Seniors graduation
marching practice
at 1:00 p.m.
1. Exams will be given during the scheduled block of time as identified above.
2. Seniors are to attend all classes through the end of the day on Thursday. If the exam has been given, then
teachers should think about some type of celebratory activity for that time.
3. Seniors must come to school on Friday for Block 6 exam or make up exams if they have any to complete.
4. GRADUATION MARCHING PRACTICE -1:00 p.m. on Friday for all seniors
Exam Schedule for Courses With Both Seniors and Underclassmen
Seniors will report to MS multi purpose room during the regular schedule class time to take the exams as identified
above or the teacher can make an alternative plan for senior exams.
1. If you need an exam proctored, teachers will need to provide exams to Wendy in advance with a list of
names that will be taking the exam.
2. Teachers will need to give names and exams to Wendy for any senior needing to make-up or finish an exam
on Friday, June 12.
3. Seniors are to attend all classes through the end of the day on Thursday.
4. Seniors must come to school on Friday for their Block 6 exam or to take a make –up an exam.
5. GRADUATION MARCHING PRACTICE - 1:00 p.m. on Friday for all seniors.