New Campus Update

The Wellspring Community is very excited about our new campus in North Tunbridge, at the site of the former Anichini building. Plans are underway to convert the building to a school by the middle of the upcoming academic year.

There was a great turn-out for an on-site celebration that occurred on April 10th. Appreciations were given to the Carrying Group in the form of a beautiful plaque by Heidi Chapman and commemorated by the planting of trees. Celebrants enjoyed music by Nancy's Problem and kids explored the land during a rousing games of capture the flag. One student exclaimed, "I'd go to this school for the grounds alone!"

The photos illustrating this post are from the well drilling operation in mid-April. New Campus Coordinator, Jack Rossi reported, "When all was said and done - we had 100 gals/minute!!!"

If you have any photos of the new campus or from events happening there we would love to post them on this blog. Please get in touch with the school to learn where to send them.

West Wind

The WEST WIND June 8,  2010

 

Graduation is on Friday, 6:30 pm at the Chelsea Church. Can you believe it? We are going to miss you, grade 7 and eight!!! Everybody is invited. Reception after the ceremony in the church basement.

 

Field Day Thursday, June 10: Parents welcome to stay and play or watch. Wellspring Grade 1-8 Field Day at the Heath Field. Most games designed for both students and adults, should be a fun time, adults in the past have seemed to have a blast! 11:00 - 12:45 or so, then lunch at the field. *Note: except for the first game, games are not designed for children under 6--if adults bring little ones, please be prepared to have your young ones on the side.

Closing Circle Thursday, June 10, 2:00 pm in the Big House Lawn. Parents are invited to participate in the Closing Circle bringing the school year to an end (Friday is final school day for Grades 4-8)

 

Next Board Meeting Monday, July 6, 6:30 pm, at the Wee Hoose.

 

My master phone list did not turn up. If you have changed your phone number recently or gave me a cell or work number, please give them to me again. Thanks.

 

Last day of school, June 11, will be a half a day, dismissal at 12:30.

 

Chelsea Flea Market July 10! Simplify your home and bring us your treasures!

Antiques, wooden toys & puzzles, sports equipment in good to excellent conditions, winter gear and clothes in good condition, books, anything you think might earn the school some money. Please, please no junk or things you think might end up in the garbage - It takes money away from the school. Thank you, Melisa

 

There are many items still missing from our school costume boxes that were borrowed last spring. We need them returned. Please bring them to Judy or Sally H. as soon as possible. Also, if your child brought costumes home this year, please return them as well. Thank you.

 

Parents – Please check the Lost and Found on the Wee Hoose porch before the end of school. There are lots of clothes we will sell at the Flea Market if you don’t pick them up. The box is overflowing. Big House parents – it’s worth checking too!  Thanks.

 

 

 

 

Community Announcements

 

Wellspring parent Tracy Gillespie is showing her latest block prints at Left Bank Books in downtown Hanover, NH. The images are carved from wood or vinyl blocks, printed with water-based inks and hand colored. The work will be showing there through July 19th so be sure to stop in and see it when you're in town.

 

A potential new family is looking for an affordable place to rent in the area.  Max. rent is $800 to $850 a month.  2 bedrooms is ideal.  Would consider a homesteading/and or caretaking situation as well.

 

Sweet one year old beagle healer mix needs a good home. My niece is too busy to spend time with him. He is small and used to being crated a few hours at a time. He is trained, comes when he is called and is house broken. He is beautiful! He is great with other dogs and kids, has lots of energy and loves to play. If you have any questions or interest please call Bitsy at 802-439-3492.

 

Peter and Linda Blum and their grandson Timmy (14 years) need a place to stay during the week of July 26 while teaching at Vershire camp. 885-3587 or skiingcellist@yahoo.com.

 

I am looking for an opportunity to spend some of my summer helping a family with young children, especially with infant care. Can travel with families working as a mother’s helper or be a helper in your home and also able to have children at my home occasionally. I have experience babysitting up to five children at a time. I baby sit alone and also work as a mother’s helper. I change diapers, prepare meals and do light house work. I love reading stories and being out side with kids. I am graduating from  Wellspring in June.   Contact me at mgrace.postkinney@gmail.com or 763-2212 Please share this information with any friends with infants.    Moriah Post-Kinney

.

Registration forms for the free VERSHARE SUMMER CAMP were put in boxes last week.   Contact Deb if you did not receive a camp packet or if you have any questions.

 

Fiber Fest at Twin Pond Retreat www.twipondretreat.com Brookfield, VT August 7^th & 8th Saturday and Sunday: Natural Dyeing with

Wild and Cultivated Vermont Plants with Kate Smith $65 for both days/$45 for one day (price includes materials) Must pre-register for this workshop - A Dyer’s Plant Walk with Joann Darling

 

Rima Meadow, our eurythmy teacher last fall, is hoping to visit the Chelsea area over July 4^th weekend. She is travelling with a friend and two children and looking for a place for four to stay for five days. She can housesit or rent. Please call Kate at 883-2298.

 

 

West Wind

 

The WEST WIND June 1,  2010

 

Thanks to all who came to the Tunbridge Memorial Day Parade!!!

We got a wonderful welcome and thank you from Tunbridge townspeople. It is this kind of outreach and exposure that we need and that will help us attract new families.

 

Repledges – we still haven’t heard back from everybody. If you can’t increase your pledge, we still need to know, so that we can complete the process. Thanks. Also, if you can’t increase your financial pledge, can you increase your volunteer time? Alyson is looking for a Holiday Fair Chair and Holiday Fair volunteers.

 

The Strings Concert is this Thursday, June 3 at 6:30 pm.  All string students will be participating.  Please be sure that students practice the music that we are playing.  Also, it is not too late to register for Suzuki Camp from June 22 to 24 at www.nesuzuki.org.  Please speak with Peter Blum if in need of financial assistance for camp.

 

Field Day Thursday, June 10: Parents welcome to stay and play or watch. Wellspring Grade 1-8 Field Day at the Heath Field. Most games designed for both students and adults, should be a fun time, adults in the past have seemed to have a blast! 11:00 - 12:45 or so, then lunch at the field. *Note: except for the first game, games are not designed for children under 6--if adults bring little ones, please be prepared to have your young ones on the side.

Closing Circle Thursday, June 10,2:00 pm in the Big House Lawn. Parents are invited to participate in the Closing Circle bringing the school year to an end (Friday is final school day for Grades 4-8)

 

Next Board Meeting Monday, June 7, 6:30 pm, at the Wee Hoose.

 

Did anyone take my phone list with a big red “Do not remove” from my desk? Please return it. It is the one with all the updates on it. Thanks. Heide

 

Last day of school, June 11, will be a half a day, dismissal at 12:30.

 

Chelsea Flea Market July 10! Simplify your home and bring us your treasures!

Antiques, wooden toys & puzzles, sports equipment in good to excellent conditions, winter gear and clothes in good condition, books, anything you think might earn the school some money. Please, please no junk or things you think might end up in the garbage - It takes money away from the school. Thank you, Melisa

 

Thank you for all your fundraising support to the 7/8^th grade – for hiring them for jobs, buying their after school treats and raffle tickets! They just had a very successful and enjoyable trip to the D.C. area! The quilt drawing will be on June 10^th  at the Closing Circle.

 

Computers wanted for the 8^th grade. They will be refurbished and given to children and others in need. No CRT monitors, please. Contact George Abrams at newbuss@gmail.com or 802-234-6331. Thanks.

 

There are many items still missing from our school costume boxes that were borrowed last spring. We need them returned. Please bring them to Judy or Sally H. as soon as possible. Also, if your child brought costumes home this year, please return them as well. Thank you.

 

Parents – Please check the Lost and Found on the Wee Hoose porch before the end of school. There are lots of clothes we will sell at the Flea Market if you don’t pick them up. The box is overflowing. Big House parents – it’s worth checking too!  Thanks.

 

Fundraising with goats!  Jen Nelson generously offered her full-bred Nigerian dwarf doe for sale as a donation for Wellspring.   Great milker, ready to be bred, lovely black coat, dog tolerant.  She does NOT like large goats and she has horns, but has always been safe to milk and pet.  A companion goat is negotiable.  $100 donation to Wellspring - for one.  Contact Jen at 685-3153.

 

Community Announcements

 

Hair cuts and color by Dawn Crowley out of her home (kid friendly) 685-2027 dawn@mybeach.com

.

Registration forms for the free VERSHARE SUMMER CAMP were put in boxes last week.   Contact Deb if you did not receive a camp packet or if you have any questions.

 

Peter and Linda Blum and their grandson Timmy (14 years) need a place to stay during the week of July 26 while teaching at Vershire camp. 885-3587 or skiingcellist@yahoo.com.

 

I am looking for an opportunity to spend some of my summer helping a family with young children, especially with infant care. Can travel with families working as a mother’s helper or be a helper in your home and also able to have children at my home occasionally. I have experience babysitting up to five children at a time. I baby sit alone and also work as a mother’s helper. I change diapers, prepare meals and do light house work. I love reading stories and being out side with kids. I am graduating from  Wellspring in June.   Contact me at mgrace.postkinney@gmail.com or 763-2212 Please share this information with any friends with infants.    Moriah Post-Kinney

 

 Musical CD's available in store! $5 for a copy of the songs from Midsummer Night's Dream (good sound, though not the kids themselves singing)

 

Fiber Fest at Twin Pond Retreat www.twipondretreat.com Brookfield, VT August 7^th & 8th Saturday and Sunday: Natural Dyeing with

Wild and Cultivated Vermont Plants with Kate Smith $65 for both days/$45 for one day (price includes materials) Must pre-register for this workshop - A Dyer’s Plant Walk with Joann Darling

 

Garage Sale This Saturday, June 5. Rain date, next saturday, June 12. Books, clothes, toys, yoga props for sale. Rt. 110, on the South green Chelsea, VT