NOVEMBER

• NO EARLY RELEASE DAY IN NOVEMBER
• Wed.-Fri., 11/26 -11/28 ~ Thanksgiving BreaK

• NO EARLY RELEASE DAY IN DECEMBER
• Tues., 12/2 ~ PTO Meeting 7:00 pm
• Thurs., 12/18 ~ grades 5 & 6 Band and Chorus concert
• Mon., 12/22 - 1/2 ~ NO SCHOOL (winter break) - Back to school on 1/5/2026!

As we head into the Thanksgiving break, we want to share how thankful we are for all our students and families. Each day, your enthusiasm, curiosity, and support help make our school a welcoming and joyful place to learn and grow. Thanksgiving is a wonderful opportunity to pause and think about all the things we appreciate, like our school, our community, and the people who make our lives brighter every day.

This season also reminds us to slow down and take care of ourselves. We hope everyone enjoys the time off by resting, relaxing, and spending special moments with loved ones. Whether you’re sharing a meal, creating fun crafts, or simply enjoying quiet time at home, Thanksgiving highlights the importance of kindness, gratitude, and self-care.

We’re excited to share some great news—Neshobe is starting a Unified Sports team!

What is Unified Sports?
Unified Sports, a program of Special Olympics, brings students with and without intellectual disabilities together on the same team. They train, compete, and most importantly, build friendships. More than 60 schools in Vermont already participate, and programs range from elementary through high school.

Key Highlights of Unified Sports:

● Inclusive Teams: Students with intellectual disabilities (“athletes”) and students without disabilities (“partners”) play side-by-side.

● Teamwork & Friendship: The motto says it best—“On the field we’re teammates and off the field we’re friends.”

● School-Based Activities: Schools across Vermont host Unified teams, supported by the Vermont Principals’ Association and Special Olympics Vermont.

● Positive Impact: Unified Sports helps build community, reduce bullying, and promote healthy activity for all students.

What’s Happening at Neshobe?
We plan to begin team-building practices after the holiday break, meeting once a week after school for about an hour to an hour and a half. Once we gauge student interest, we’ll share more details about practices and the program. Our goal is to begin competing in the spring—starting with Unified Bocce!

Interested in joining?
If your student would like to participate as an Athlete or a Partner, please contact:

Sara Gregory, Supervisor of Elementary Student Support Services
📧 sgreagory@rnesu.org
📞 (802) 247-3721 ext. 2054

We can’t wait to get started and build something wonderful together!

Hello Families,

Your child's custom catalog for the Square 1 Art fundraiser should have come home by now. If you place an order between now and December 1st a percentage of the cost will go to the Neshobe PTO. This year orders ship to home for FREE. (*Customer pays a small processing fee at checkout and orders ship to home.)

Use the QR code on the custom catalog or simply search for your child's art using Art Search, and enter state, school name, and your student's name. Your student's art and code will appear, and you may order!

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If you have any questions feel free to email me at jbrodowski@rnesu.org or contact Square 1 Art customer care online .

Order by: 12/1/2025

Upload additional art if you like, using Art Upload!

John Brodowski

Square 1 Art fundraiser coordinator

Neshobe School

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The Rutland Northeast Supervisory Union School Board has approved providing two weeks worth of Meal Kits containing 7 breakfasts and 7 lunches each week for each student over the December break.

This free program is available to all district students (PreK–12), including: Barstow Unified Union School, Lothrop Elementary, Neshobe Elementary, Otter Creek Academy @ Leicester/Sudbury & Whiting and Otter Valley Union Middle/High School.

Pick-Up Locations & Times:

- Lothrop Elementary School: Monday, Dec. 22 & Dec. 29 | 8:00–10:00 AM

- Otter Valley Union Middle/High School: Monday, Dec. 22 & Dec. 29 | 11:00 AM–1:00 PM

Please click on the button below to fill out this very brief survey if you are interested in participating.

No enrollment or sign-up is required to participate. This survey simply helps us plan and prepare enough meal kits. Thank you!

Neshobe School is looking for help taking care of the chickens on the weekends and non-school days. Chicken helpers would make sure the chickens have fresh water, enough food, check that the pen looks okay, and take home any eggs! Bringing treats is optional. If you are interested in signing up, you can view the calendar here. You are not able to sign up directly on the calendar. Email Heather Best, hbest@rnesu.org and she will share the link if you'd like to sign up. Please check with Heather if you have any questions.