Author in Residence


Amy Huntington 
will be at Jericho Elementary School on March 30 and 31!​
She will work with all students on an illustration. 
P.I.E. is funding the mini­ residency! 
If you purchase one of Amy's books you can have your child bring it in for a signature.
For more information on Amy Huntington, visit her website: www.amyhuntington.com

JES Farm to School Update

Latest News from JES Farm to School

We received a delivery of local produce and meat today from Maple Winds, Jericho Settlers' and the VYCC.  The delivery included multi colored carrots, spinach, beets, potatoes, parsnips and beef!

We are preparing for our first dinner before Arts Night 4/12 from 5-6pm. RSVP to Nurse Amy if you would like to attend.

Last week we had a roasted rutabaga taste test. Many were brave enough to try it and many of those loved it!  

Our next cooking show has been filmed and will be released soon! Stay tuned!! 

The cooking cart is getting more use in classrooms

Plans are underway to streamline its use for teachers. Still to come this year- Garden Day and Farm to School Fun Run and 5K!

Math for Breakfast!

Want to understand how your child is learning math?
Want to know how to help your child with math?


Come to Math for Breakfast!*
(Coffee and snacks will be served!)


What: A workshop for parents/guardians


Time: 7:30-8:30 AM


Date: Thursday, March 31: Grades 3-4
    Thursday, April 7: Grades K-2


Before you come:
Click on the link and share the ONE thing you’d like to know before you leave the workshop:

Questions? Email or call Karen Reinhardt, Math Coach


*This workshop will be more specific than the March 22 District Math Night.

Reminder - Early Dismissal on Monday March 21



 !!REMINDER!!

Monday March 21st 
is a half day.

Dismissal time is at 11:30.

Buses will depart at 11:30 and follow their regular routes.

Monday March 21 Early Dismissal


Dismissal time on 
Monday, March 21 is at 11:30am.  


**Menu Change for March 21**
 Due to the half day there will be no hot lunch or option available.  The kitchen will be serving a bag lunch of a whole grain bagel, cream cheese, Cabot cheddar block, goldfish crackers, apple and milk.


Two Hour Delayed Start March 9




The next two hour delayed start of school is 
**Wednesday March 9, 2016**

School will start exactly two hours later than the normal start time.  Morning busses will run exactly two hours later than the normal run time. 
For parents who have signed up for limited childcare at the school during the two hour late start, there is a modified bus schedule that only picks up at central locations.  Please contact the school if you have any questions.

School Closed Today

Jericho Elementary School is closed today, March 2, 2016 due to the weather.  See you all tomorrow for our first day back from vacation.