1/30/2026 January 30, 2026 | | |
| | | FEBRUARY - Tues., 2/3 ~ PTO meeting 7:00pm
- Fri. 2/6 ~ Early Release Day, dismissal @ 11:30
- Wed., 2/18 ~ Preschool Open House 6:00-6:45pm
- Mon. 2/23 - Fri., 2/27 ~ NO SCHOOL, February break
- Fri., 2/27 ~ Veggie Van Go @ OV, 10:00-11:00am
| | | Understanding Development: What’s Typical and What Children Often Worry About (PreK–Grade 6) As children grow, their thinking, emotions, and social skills change rapidly. What looks like a “phase” or a new worry is often a normal part of development. Below is a general overview of common developmental traits and typical worries for students from PreK through Grade 6. While every child is unique, these patterns can help families better understand and support their child at each stage.
PreK (Ages 3–4)
Common Developmental Traits Learning to regulate emotions; big feelings are common Strong imagination and pretend play Growing independence, but still very reliant on adults Developing language skills; may struggle to explain feelings clearly
Common Worries Separation from caregivers Loud noises, new environments, or unfamiliar adults Changes in routine
How to Help Maintain predictable routines Offer reassurance and simple explanations Name and normalize emotions (“It’s okay to feel nervous”)
Kindergarten (Age 5)
Common Developmental Traits Increased independence and curiosity Desire to please adults
Learning classroom expectations and social rules Beginning to compare themselves to peers
Common Worries How to Help Praise effort rather than outcomes Reinforce that mistakes are part of learning Encourage problem-solving and asking for help
Grades 1–2 (Ages 6–7)
Common Developmental Traits Growing academic skills and attention span Developing empathy and stronger friendships Increased awareness of fairness Still concrete thinkers
Common Worries How to Help Keep expectations clear and consistent Talk through social challenges Help children label worries and think through solutions
Grades 3–4 (Ages 8–9)
Common Developmental Traits More independent thinking Strong sense of justice and fairness Increased sensitivity to peer opinions Improved ability to reflect on feelings
Common Worries Friend conflicts or social standing Academic pressure and comparisons Being embarrassed or excluded
How to Help Encourage perspective-taking Normalize friendship ups and downs Help children separate effort from self-worth
Grades 5–6 (Ages 10–12)
Common Developmental Traits Greater emotional depth and self-awareness Increased desire for independence Heightened sensitivity to peer relationships Beginning stages of adolescence
Common Worries Peer relationships and social identity Academic expectations and transitions Feeling misunderstood or not fitting in
How to Help Keep communication open and judgment-free Validate feelings while helping problem-solve Encourage healthy coping strategies and trusted adults
A Final Note
Worries and growing pains are a natural part of development. What matters most is that children feel heard, supported, and safe sharing their concerns. At Neshobe School, we work closely with students to support their social-emotional growth alongside their academic learning. If you ever have questions or concerns about your child, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Together, families and school can help children navigate each stage with confidence and care. Sincerely, The Neshobe Admin Team | | |  | | |  | | |  | | | he Kindergartens recently learned about a book called, "We Are Definitely Human" by X. Fang. The book is a Vermont State Red Clover Book Award nominee this year. That means they will also be reading the book with Mrs. Fjeld in the library. The book stars a family of aliens but it is really a book about human kindness. After reading the book the kindergartners used neon oil pastels and black watercolor paint to create their own aliens! | | | | | | 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. | | |  |  | | | In compliance with the Federal Child Nutrition Act Wellness Policy, schools will be working to have healthy classroom celebrations. Celebrations may include holidays, birthdays or any special event involving food. This means that foods provided but not sold to students at school should, at a minimum, comply with Federal Smart Snack Standards. The basic guidelines to meet these standards are that serving portions must:
Have either whole grains as the main ingredient, or be 50% whole grain Have fruit, vegetable, dairy, or protein as the main ingredient Be no more than 200 calories Be low in fat and low in sodium
We have created a USDA Compliant Recipe Guide, including some recipes that meet the standards. It is available on the RNESU website. Please consult this guide when providing foods to be shared in the classroom. |  | | |  | | | |  | | | School Board Seats for March 2026 Elections The following seats are up for election in March 2026.
*At-Large candidates can be from any of the OVUUSD towns: Brandon; Goshen; Leicester; Pittsford Sudbury; and Whiting.
Completed petitions, along with a signed Consent of Candidate Form, are due to your Town Clerk by Monday, January 26, 2026. Petitions for town specific seats require signatures of the lesser of 1% of registered voters or 30 signatures. Petitions for at-large seats require the signature of 60 registered voters.
For additional information about serving on the board, interested parties can review recent board materials available on the OVUU Board and BUU Board pages, attend an upcoming board meeting, or submit questions through Reach Out. | | |  | | | | | | | | | | Neshobe School Publishing |
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