Reminder from the Office:If you are planning an extended leave of absence with your child/children, please let the office and the Principal know in advance. Extended Absence Pre Approval request forms are available in the office. Please fill one out ahead of time so we know not to call home in search of a student and that we can mark their attendance record accordingly. Thank you!

Library  Happenings  It  has  been  a  short  week  but  a  busy  one.  All  students  have  been  in  for  new  books  to  read  or  renewal  of  a  favorite  they  are  in  the  process  of  reading.  We  have  several  new  magazines  that  just  arrived  on  the  shelf.    Our  continuing  subscription  of  Young  Rider  for  horse  enthusiasts,  Cobblestone,  that  highlights  our  cities  and  historic  subjects  as  well  as  the  always  popular  Sports  Illustrated  for  Kids.      We  have  new  additions  to  our  magazine  rack  his  year.    They  include  Catster  and  Dogster  for  animal  lovers.  Cute  pictures,  health  tips  and  shared  stories  of  pet  owners  Iill  the  pages  of  these  new  magazines.  Our  students  sure  do  love  books  of  many  different  genres.    There  are  many  interesting  conversations  to  be  heard  when  they  share  opinions  and  comments  of  a  book.    As  January  marches  on,  READ  ON!  Mrs.  Wiegleb-­‐  

Friendship Village School 23 School Street P.O. Box 100 Christina Labbe, Principal Friendship, ME 04547 Beth Simmons, Administrative Assistant Phone: 207-832-5057 Fax: 207-832-7389 School office hours are from msad40.org 8:00am to 4:30pm. 1/20/17

Upcoming Events

February 8th-Early Release Day, 1pm Dismissal February 15th-Music Concert, FVS Gym, 1:30 February 20th thru 24th-Winter Break March 8th-Early Release Day, 1:00pm Dismissal March 17th-2nd Trimester Ends April 12th-Early Release Day, 1pm Dismissal April 17th -21st- SpringBreak

Friendship  Ski  Club  

Ski  Club  will  resume  on  Friday  nights  star7ng  January  13th,  at  the  Camden  Snow  Bowl.  This  is  a  more  affordable  way  for  parents  and  children,  ages  7  and  up,  to  learn  to  ski  or  snowboard.  Cost  is  $15  each  for  liE  7ckets,  rentals  and  group  lesson  ($20  for  adults).    This  is  not  school  related,  there  is  no  bus  or  chaperones  and  parents  must  go  with  their  children.  We  MUST  have  at  least  10  people  (students/parents/siblings)  sign  up  to  ski  for  the  group  discount.  Lessons  start  promptly  at  4:30,  please  don’t  be  late.    All  paperwork  and  fees  (checks  payable  to  Camden  Snow  Bowl)  must  be  turned  in  to  Amy  McColleG  {15  Harbor  Rd,  the  2nd  house  past  Wallace’s  Market  on  the  right-­‐  please  don’t  send  the  informaQon  into  the  school}  or  Cecily  Havener  by  the  Wed  before  the  ski  date.  Forms  are  in  the  FVS  foyer.    There  will  be  no  Ski  Club  on  holidays  or  vaca7ons,  please  note.    Please  contact  Amy  (542-­‐4040)  or  Cecily  (441-­‐8133)  with  any  ques7ons.  

January 20, 2017

This has been an interesting week with no school on Monday and two late start days. This winter has certainly been interesting and we seem to get just a little bit. Students were excited to have the snow and sledding was enjoyed during recess again. Just a few days ago we had no snow on the school grounds and it looked more like spring with mud.

Proud of our students who have been doing NWEA testing and have been able to focus even with the change in schedules. We will reschedule any tests that were missed due to late start days next week. Tests for Grade 5 be on Monday, January 23rd and Grade 4 will be on Tuesday, January 24th.

Our school district has recently had discussions about later school start times at the high school, which will affect all the schools in RSU 40. Studies have shown there are several benefits to later start times for teenagers due to changes in their sleep cycles and medical research supports the studies. RSU 40 school board of directors and school representatives from area communities met in December to discuss the possibility of this happening for the 2017-2018 school year. There will be more meetings and discussions that will be coming. Please attend the meetings to share your thoughts, questions or concerns. The RSU 40 board of directors welcome your input. Please check out the website www.startschoollater.net for further information about the research.

This weekend looks like it is going to be nice weather to get out and enjoy. Have a wonderful weekend!

Christina Labbe

Reminder: Boots and snow pants are a must for playing in the snow! Students without boots and snow pants must stay on the hot top.

Lunch and Breakfast Menu January 23rd to January 27th

Alternative Meal-Ham and Cheese Sandwich

Monday Breakfast-Muffin, Apple

Lunch-Chicken Noodle Soup, Grilled Cheese, Cooked Carrots,

Warm Cinnamon Apple Slices

Tuesday Breakfast-Cereal, Mixed Fruit

Lunch-Cheese Pizza, Broccoli, Dip, Fruit

Wednesday Breakfast-Breakfast Burrito, Juice

Lunch-Hot Dog, Roll, Baked Beans, Fruit

Thursday Breakfast-Cereal, Apple

Lunch-Spaghetti, Beef Sauce, Green Beans, Peaches

Friday Breakfast-Granola Bar, Mixed Fruit

Lunch-Warm Chicken and Cheese Wrap, Sweet Corn, Fruit

MENU SUBJECT TO CHANGE

Breakfast $1.25, Hot Lunch $2.50 Milk .50, Water .50, Juice .30

RSU 40 School Health Services

“Sugar-Out Day” is

February 10, 2017

Dear  Parents,  

  February   is   “  National   Children’s  Dental  Health  Month,”   and  RSU  40  is  acknowledging  February  10,  2017  as  “Sugar-­‐Out  Day”.  

  Your  child’s  school  lunch  program  will  not  be  serving  sugary  foods  on  “Sugar-­‐Out  Day”.    We  are  asking  you  to  help  by  being  sure  your   child   brings   a   non-­‐sugary   snack   and/or   lunch   to   school   on  “Sugar-­‐Out   Day”.    Why   not   join   your   child   in   observing   “Sugar-­‐Out  Day”  by  giving  up  sugary  foods  too?  

  Dental   disease   is   a   costly   health   problem   in   Maine.     Tooth  decay  is  preventable.    One  step  in  breaking  the  chain  of  decay  is  to  cut  down   on   the   amount   of   sugary   foods   and   drinks   your   family  consumes.    Sugar  mixes  with  the  germs  in  your  mouth  to  form  an  acid.    The  acid  eats  away  your  teeth.  If  “acid-­‐attacks”  happen  too  often,  the  teeth  are  weakened  and  cavities  start.  

  There  are  many  foods  we  eat  daily  that  have  “hidden”  sugars.    These  sugars  include  honey,  molasses,  corn  syrup,  dextrose,  fructose,  and  sucrose.    It  may  be  hard  to  change  your  eating  habits  by  choosing  foods  and  drinks  without  sugar;  however,  you  can  read  food  labels  and  replace   sweet,   sticky,   starchy   snacks   such   as   candy,   raisins,   potato  chips   and   soda  with   fresh   and   canned   fruits   (without   heavy,   sugary  syrup),   vegetables,   popcorn,   cheese   and   yogurt.     Most   children   like  these   foods   and   they  make   great   low   sugar   snacks   to   take   to   school  too!  

  Thank  you  for  your  help  and  support  for  a  brighter,  healthier  smile  for  life!!  

Sincerely,  

RSU  40  School  Health  Services  

Community  Calendar  Annual  Photo  Contest  

It  is  that  7me  of  year!  The  perfect  7me  for  FVS  children  and  adults  to  find  your  favorite  photo  for  the  annual  Friendship  Community  Calendar  Photo  Contest.  The  photo  should  be  a  4x6  horizontal  picture  from  somewhere  in  Friendship.  It  may  contain  animals  but  if  people  are  included  they  must  be  distant.  Please  include  your  name  and  phone  number,  either  on  the  back  of  your  photo  or  on  a  piece  of  paper  with  your  photo.  Parent  name  required  with  child  entries.  Entries  accepted  at  Friendship  Village  School  unQl  Friday  January  27th.  Ques7ons?  Call  or  text  Wanda  Benner,  542-­‐3822.  Have  Fun  and  Thank  You!

A.C.E. February Vacation Camp2/21-2/24Located @ Warren Community School$120.00 includes 2 field tripsDrop in care welcomeCall Stacey Fowler @ 273-3890

Medomak Pee-Wee Wrestling begins Monday, January 23 at Medomak Middle School. The program is open to RSU 40 boys and girls grades Pre-K thru 4. Participants will meet Mondays and Thursday 4:30-5:30. There is a $10 participation fee, with checks made payable to Medomak Valley All-Sports Boosters. FMI Contact Jed Harris at 542-4451 or Billy Bramhall at 542-4731.