Burr and Burton Academy: October 2007

Wednesday, October 31, 2007

LUNCH

FIRST: 11:05

SECOND: 11:55

THIRD: 12:40

CHEESE STEAK SUB $1.75

ZUCCHINI PARMASEAN $1.50

SOUPS: $1.50

CARROT GINGER BISQUE

CHICKEN NOODLE

Daily Announcements

There will be a Halloween dance this Saturday night from 8-11 in the cafeteria. Admission is $5.00. If you arrive in costume, admission is $3.00- Costumes need to be appropriate. There will be no admittance after 9:00pm. All school rules apply!

If you would like to bring a guest from another school, you must seek permission from the Dean’s office prior to the dance-No Exceptions!

· To the Composting Service Learning Group! In addition to meeting every Tuesday mornings, we will also meet every Thursdays at 2:45 outside of the library. In order to complete service learning requirements these meetings are mandatory! Please email or call Mara for details.

Congratulations to Lizzy Farley for winning the Vermont Foreign Language Association’s poster contest. In addition to winning a cash prize, Lizzy’s poster entitled “Language is Power” will be made into gift cards and T-shirts.
Stratton Season pass applications now available in the main office.
Reminder: On November 6^th at 5:30pm in the Hunter Seminar Room there will be a Parent Information Night regarding “BBA Curriculum: Today and Tomorrow.” Discussion will be led by Jen Hyatt, Dean of Studies. Please remember to return your surveys ASAP! Thank you.
Boys open gym schedule, Thursday 11/1 4-6pm.

Anyone interested in going on the Medieval Times trip December 1^st should see Mrs. Freebern ASAP to reserve a space.

ALL STUDENTS ENROLLED IN FIELD STUDY FOR THE SPRING SEMESTER: Field Study Applications are due to Mr. Napolitano by Friday, November 16^th. Application forms are available through Mr. Napolitano or the Guidance Office.

Colleges visiting this week:
Wed, 10/31
7:50 Sacred Heart University
11:00 Champlain College
1:00 Art Institutes (Art Room)
Thurs, 11/1
12:00 University of MA, Amherst
Fri, 11/2
12:00 Springfield College

DEADLINE FOR December 1^st SAT is Tueday, OCTOBER 30, TOMORROW!
DEADLINE FOR December 8^th ACT is Friday, November 2.
Seniors applying to University of Vermont should do so by November 1^st.
New Driver’s Ed Class begins Tuesday November 6 and ends December 20. Tuesday and Thursday evenings 5 to 7 pm. Call Bill or Cindy Herrmann at 375-6863.

Bromley season pass applications are now available in the main office.

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE GIRLS X-COUNTRY TEAM FOR

WINNING THE STATE CHAMPIONSHIP.

This is their second title in two years and the first state championship of the 2007-08 school year.

Congratulations to all of the girls and their coach Dave Curtis!

Tuesday, October 30, 2007

LUNCH

FIRST: 11:05

SECOND: 11:55

THIRD: 12:40

CHICKEN PAELLA $1.75

CORN SOUFFLE $1.50

SOUPS: $1.50

BROCCOLI CHEDDAR

CHICKEN NOODLE

Daily Announcements

There will be a bus leaving from the faculty parking lot at 2:45 to take students down to Applejack for the boys soccer game. This bus is a drop off only. Please make arrangements to be picked up at Applejack after the game.
DANCE TEAM – Important informational meeting for anyone planning to join Dance team this year – Tuesday at 2:45 – in Mrs. Miceli’s room (2^nd floor of the Rowland Center). If you can’t make the meeting, come see Mrs. Miceli some time on Tuesday!

All seniors meet in the cafeteria during advisory on Tuesday for an important class meeting.
Congratulations to Lizzy Farley for winning the Vermont Foreign Language Association’s poster contest. In addition to winning a cash prize, Lizzy’s poster entitled “Language is Power” will be made into gift cards and T-shirts.
Students and Employees join a new club called “Threads.” Threads will be a club to share and/or learn about various fiber arts, any craft that involves thread or yarn, such as knitting, crocheting, needlepoint, cross stitch and sewing among others. It’s an opportunity to work on projects for yourself or for others and make the world a better place, one stitch at a time.

Sign up in the cafeteria and/or join Merlyn Miller and Cindy Herrmann, Advisors In the Library starting Tuesday October 30, 2007 at 3:30 for an hour each week and work on that special something.

Stratton Season pass applications now available in the main office.
Reminder: On November 6^th at 5:30pm in the Hunter Seminar Room there will be a Parent Information Night regarding “BBA Curriculum: Today and Tomorrow.” Discussion will be led by Jen Hyatt, Dean of Studies. Please remember to return your surveys ASAP! Thank you.
Boys open gym schedule, Tuesday 10/30 4-6pm, and Thursday 11/1 4-6pm.

Anyone interested in going on the Medieval Times trip December 1^st should see Mrs. Freebern ASAP to reserve a space.

ALL STUDENTS ENROLLED IN FIELD STUDY FOR THE SPRING SEMESTER: Field Study Applications are due to Mr. Napolitano by Friday, November 16^th. Application forms are available through Mr. Napolitano or the Guidance Office.

Colleges visiting this week:
Mon, 10/29
9:30 Boston Museum School (Art Room)
10:15 University of Rochester
1:00 Western New England University
Tues, 10/30
11:30 St. Anselm College
1:00 Elmira College
Wed, 10/31
7:50 Sacred Heart University
11:00 Champlain College
1:00 Art Institutes (Art Room)
Thurs, 11/1
12:00 University of MA, Amherst
Fri, 11/2
12:00 Springfield College

DEADLINE FOR December 1^st SAT is Tueday, OCTOBER 30, TOMORROW!
DEADLINE FOR December 8^th ACT is Friday, November 2.
Seniors applying to University of Vermont should do so by November 1^st.
New Driver’s Ed Class begins Tuesday November 6 and ends December 20. Tuesday and Thursday evenings 5 to 7 pm. Call Bill or Cindy Herrmann at 375-6863.

Bromley season pass applications are now available in the main office.

Monday, October 29, 2007

LUNCH

FIRST: 11:05

SECOND: 11:55

THIRD: 12:40

GOULASH $1.75

SOUPS: $1.50

VEGETARIAN VEGGIE

CHICKEN NOODLE

Friday, October 26, 2007

LUNCH

FIRST: 9:50

SECOND: 10:20

THIRD: 10:45

BOSCOS $1.75

BREAKFAST SANDWICH $1.50

SOUPS: $1.50

POTATO LEEK

MINESTRONE W/SAUSAGE & TORTELLINI

CHICKEN NOODLE

Photo Albums on the Web

New photo albums have been posted for the BBA Powderpuff game, Varsity Football vs Poultney and the Field Hockey Quarter-Final.

Thursday, October 25, 2007

LUNCH

FIRST: 11:05

SECOND: 11:55

THIRD: 12:40

TURKEY & MASHED POTATOES $1.75

SOUPS: $1.50

AUTUMN BISQUE

CHICKEN NOODLE

Yearbooks Are On Sale

Yearbook Order Forms:

Undergraduates
Seniors

Order Yearbooks Online.

Here is a sample of the year book page format for ideas on submitting senior quotes and pictures.

Wednesday, October 24, 2007

In The News Updates

Visit the 'In The News' page on the BBA website for updates.

LUNCH

FIRST: 11:05

SECOND: 11:55

THIRD: 12:40

CHICKEN NUGGETS $1.75

PASTRAMI REUBENS $2.25

SOUPS: $1.50

POTATO LEEK

CHICKEN NOODLE

Daily Announcements

· Stratton Season pass applications now available in the main office.

· Reminder: On November 6^th at 5:30pm in the Hunter Seminar Room there will be a Parent Information Night regarding “BBA Curriculum: Today and Tomorrow.” Discussion will be led by Jen Hyatt, Dean of Studies. Please remember to return your surveys ASAP! Thank you.

· All members of the Student Council must attend this Friday’s meeting at 7:15 sharp!

· Boys open gym schedule expanded to Sunday 10/27 6:30-8pm, Tuesday 10/30 4-6pm, and Thursday 11/1 4-6pm.

· Refuse to use-Regular scheduled events: Please try to attend your class event…if you cannot, then please attend one of the other events. Thank you!

October 25 (11^th and 12^th) Location- Rowland

Alcohol and other drugs – Film and discussion

3:45 – 5:15 11^th grade

5:15 – 6:45 12^th grade- Please note: Seniors must park in the upper parking lot. (We need the parking lot here for 8^th grade parents.)

· Anyone interested in going on the Medieval Times trip December 1^st should see Mrs. Freebern ASAP to reserve a space.

· Looking for Excitement? Challenge? Intrigue? Adventure? Come join the Great Expectations Club for the first meeting Wednesday October 24 from 2:30 to 3:00 in Mrs. Wright’s room. In the meantime, see her if you have any questions. Be prepared for visits from various unexpected guests.

· There will be a prom committee meeting on Wed. Oct. 24^th at 2:35 in Mrs. Bierwirth’s office.

· ALL STUDENTS ENROLLED IN FIELD STUDY FOR THE SPRING SEMESTER: Field Study Applications are due to Mr. Napolitano by Friday, November 16^th. Application forms are available through Mr. Napolitano or the Guidance Office.

· Environmental Leadership meetings Tuesdays 7:20 am. Dale Spring’s Room

· College Visits for the week of 10/22-10/26:

Ø Thurs. 10/25
8:30 Clarkson University

Ø Fri. 10/26
11:55 Bowdoin College

· Seniors applying to University of Vermont should do so by November 1^st.

· New Driver’s Ed Class begins Tuesday November 6 and ends December 20. Tuesday and Thursday evenings 5 to 7 pm. Call Bill or Cindy Herrmann at 375-6863.

· Bromley season pass applications are now available in the main office.

· Our friends at Yoplai^t® are helping with our local fundraising efforts through their Save Lids to Save Live^s^® program. From September 1st through December 31st, Pink Yoplait lids collected in our local community will support our VT/NH Susan G. Komen for the Cure Affiliate, and we’re asking for your help. Here’s how:

1. Start collecting pink lids from Yoplait^® products.

2. Wash them.

3. Return them to the pink and white boxes located in the cafeteria, library, and with Mrs. Towslee in the front office of the Seminary building.

4. We will pick them up and ship them back to Yoplait.

For every lid collected, Yoplait will donate 10¢ to Susan G. Komen for the Cure, up to $1.5 million!

This is a simple way for you to help us in our annual fundraising efforts so we can continue to serve the women in our community. For more information and great lid-collecting ideas, please visit www.yoplait.com.
Thank you for your support! Every lid matters. Start collecting yours today!

Tuesday, October 23, 2007

LUNCH

FIRST: 11:05

SECOND: 11:55

THIRD: 12:40

PORK FRIED RICE $1.75

VEGGIE EGG ROLL $1.00

SOUPS: $1.50

MINESTRONE W/SAUSAGE & TORTELLINI

CHICKEN NOODLE

Daily Announcements

· Stratton Season pass applications now available in the main office.

· All members of the Student Council must attend this Friday’s meeting at 7:15 sharp!

· We will be offering a one-time make up event for students who still want to enroll in Refuse to Use.

Here is what you need to do to enroll in the Refuse to Use program:

Come to Patty Fast’s classroom on Tuesday, October 23^rd from 2:45-3:15 with the 4 items below:

1. Bring a letter of support from your parents. Letters should be 2 paragraphs and can include thoughts about why your parents support you doing this program. The letter might include thoughts about why your parents want you to Refuse to Use, why they support the program, and/or what they hope your family will gain from this experience.

2. Bring all paperwork filled and signed by you and your parents. Pledge and pass forms can be collected from Ms. Thorn in room 04 in Seminary across the hall from Mr. Mackey.

3. Bring a check for 25 dollars made out to the place you will be getting the pass from i.e. The Stratton Mountain Resort.

4. Bring a photo for your pass.

If you do not arrive with the above 4 items we will be unable to help you register for the program.

· Refuse to use-Regular scheduled events: Please try to attend your class event…if you cannot, then please attend one of the other events. Thank you!

October 23 (9^th and 10^th) Location - Rowland

Alcohol and other drugs – Film and discussion

2:45 – 4:15 9^th grade

4:15 – 5:45 10^th grade

October 25 (11^th and 12^th) Location- Rowland

Alcohol and other drugs – Film and discussion

3:45 – 5:15 11^th grade

5:15 – 6:45 12^th grade

· Anyone interested in going on the Medieval Times trip December 1^st should see Mrs. Freebern ASAP to reserve a space.

· There will be a prom committee meeting on Wed. Oct. 24^th at 2:35 in Mrs. Bierwirth’s office.

· Environmental Leadership meetings Tuesdays 7:20 am. Dale Spring’s Room

· College Visits for the week of 10/22-10/26:

Ø Tues, 10/23
     11:00 St. Michael’s College
     11:00 Albertson College of Idaho
     1:00 Johnson & Wales University

Ø Thurs. 10/25
8:30 Clarkson University

Ø Fri. 10/26
11:55 Bowdoin College

· Seniors applying to University of Vermont should do so by November 1^st.

· New Driver’s Ed Class begins Tuesday November 6 and ends December 20. Tuesday and Thursday evenings 5 to 7 pm. Call Bill or Cindy Herrmann at 375-6863.

· Bromley season pass applications are now available in the main office.

1. Start collecting pink lids from Yoplait^® products.

2. Wash them.

3. Return them to the pink and white boxes located in the cafeteria, library, and with Mrs. Towslee in the front office of the Seminary building.

4. We will pick them up and ship them back to Yoplait.

For every lid collected, Yoplait will donate 10¢ to Susan G. Komen for the Cure, up to $1.5 million!

Monday, October 22, 2007

LUNCH

FIRST: 11:05

SECOND: 11:55

THIRD: 12:40

MAC & CHEESE $1.75

SOUPS: $1.50

TURKEY VEG

CHICKEN NOODLE

Daily Announcements

There will be no Dance Team conditioning after school today!
Reminder: On November 6^th at 5:30pm in the Hunter Seminar Room there will be a Parent Information Night regarding “BBA Curriculum: Today and Tomorrow.” Discussion will be led by Jen Hyatt, Dean of Studies. Please remember to return your surveys ASAP! Thank you.
All members of the Student Council must attend this Friday’s meeting at 7:15 sharp!
We will be offering a one-time make up event for students who still want to enroll in Refuse to Use.

Here is what you need to do to enroll in the Refuse to Use program:

Come to Patty Fast’s classroom on Tuesday, October 23^rd from 2:45-3:15 with the 4 items below:

2. Bring all paperwork filled and signed by you and your parents. Pledge and pass forms can be collected from Ms. Thorn in room 04 in Seminary across the hall from Mr. Mackey.

3. Bring a check for 25 dollars made out to the place you will be getting the pass from i.e. The Stratton Mountain Resort.

4. Bring a photo for your pass.

If you do not arrive with the above 4 items we will be unable to help you register for the program.

Refuse to use-Regular scheduled events: Please try to attend your class event…if you cannot, then please attend one of the other events. Thank you!

October 23 (9^th and 10^th) Location - Rowland

Alcohol and other drugs – Film and discussion

2:45 – 4:15 9^th grade

4:15 – 5:45 10^th grade

October 25 (11^th and 12^th) Location- Rowland

Alcohol and other drugs – Film and discussion

3:45 – 5:15 11^th grade

5:15 – 6:45 12^th grade

Anyone interested in going on the Medieval Times trip December 1^st should see Mrs. Freebern ASAP to reserve a space.
Looking for Excitement? Challenge? Intrigue? Adventure? Come join the Great Expectations Club for the first meeting Wednesday October 24 from 2:30 to 3:00 in Mrs. Wright’s room. In the meantime, see her if you have any questions. Be prepared for visits from various unexpected guests.

There will be a prom committee meeting on Wed. Oct. 24^th at 2:35 in Mrs. Bierwirth’s office.
ALL STUDENTS ENROLLED IN FIELD STUDY FOR THE SPRING SEMESTER: Field Study Applications are due to Mr. Napolitano by Friday, November 16^th. Application forms are available through Mr. Napolitano or the Guidance Office.

FIELD STUDY STUDENTS (A,B and C BLOCK) : Journals are due on Monday, October 22nd
FIELD STUDY STUDENTS (D and E BLOCK): Letters to the Editor are due on Monday, October 22^nd

Environmental Leadership meetings Tuesdays 7:20 am. Dale Spring’s Room
College Visits for the week of 10/22-10/26:

Ø Mon, 10/22
     10:30 Green Mountain College
     11:30 Southern New Hampshire University
     1:30 University of Vermont

Ø Tues, 10/23
     11:00 St. Michael’s College
     11:00 Albertson College of Idaho
     1:00 Johnson & Wales University

Ø Thurs. 10/25
8:30 Clarkson University

Ø Fri. 10/26
11:55 Bowdoin College

Seniors applying to University of Vermont should do so by November 1^st.
New Driver’s Ed Class begins Tuesday November 6 and ends December 20. Tuesday and Thursday evenings 5 to 7 pm. Call Bill or Cindy Herrmann at 375-6863.

Bromley season pass applications are now available in the main office.
Our friends at Yoplai^t® are helping with our local fundraising efforts through their Save Lids to Save Live^s^® program. From September 1st through December 31st, Pink Yoplait lids collected in our local community will support our VT/NH Susan G. Komen for the Cure Affiliate, and we’re asking for your help. Here’s how:

1. Start collecting pink lids from Yoplait^® products.

2. Wash them.

3. Return them to the pink and white boxes located in the cafeteria, library, and with Mrs. Towslee in the front office of the Seminary building.

4. We will pick them up and ship them back to Yoplait.

For every lid collected, Yoplait will donate 10¢ to Susan G. Komen for the Cure, up to $1.5 million!

The Bart Center at Bromley Mountain will be hosting the annual Sled Hockey game between the United Spinal Associations New York Rangers and the Vermont Sled Cats. It will feature two local athletes: Eric Rose and Betsy Hurley. Game time is set for 6:00 on October 20 at Riley Rink. Sled hockey is a way for those who are physically impaired to play hockey by using a piece of sit down equipment.

This fund raiser is in support of the Bart Center: an adaptive sports organization based at Bromley Mountain, providing sporting opportunities for those with special needs and their families. It is a non-profit organization that independently raises all the money needed to fund their annual budget.

Reserve your tickets for either the game or the reception by calling the Riley Rink at 802-362-0150 or the Bart Center at 802-824-5522. Tickets for the game and the Reception are $15.00 per person. Come out and support a worthy cause.

Friday, October 19, 2007

Mon.

JV football vs. Otter Valley Home 4:00

Play Off Game Varsity Boys Soccer #1 seed vs. Randolph #16 Home 3:00 at Applejack

Tues.

Play Off Game Varsity Girls Soccer # 5 seed vs. Randolph #12 Seed Home 3:00 at Applejack

Fri.

Varsity Football Home vs. Mill River 7:00

Sat.

X-Country State Meet at Thetford

Daily Announcements

Anjali Farms service learning is cancelled today due to the weather forecast.
The KickAIDS event scheduled for tonight at Applejack Field is postponed due to the weather forecast. It will now take place on Saturday (October 20^th)@ 5:00pm. Don’t worry if your team is incomplete due to the date change. We will adjust teams and team members as necessary beginning at 4:30 at the registration table. Come out and support this event!
Reminder: On November 6^th at 5:30pm in the Hunter Seminar Room there will be a Parent Information Night regarding “BBA Curriculum: Today and Tomorrow.” Discussion will be led by Jen Hyatt, Dean of Studies. Please remember to return your surveys ASAP! Thank you.
All members of the Student Council must attend this Friday’s meeting at 7:15 sharp!
We will be offering a one-time make up event for students who still want to enroll in Refuse to Use.

Here is what you need to do to enroll in the Refuse to Use program:

Come to Patty Fast’s classroom on Tuesday, October 23^rd from 2:45-3:15 with the 4 items below:

2. Bring all paperwork filled and signed by you and your parents. Pledge and pass forms can be collected from Ms. Thorn in room 04 in Seminary across the hall from Mr. Mackey.

3. Bring a check for 25 dollars made out to the place you will be getting the pass from i.e. The Stratton Mountain Resort.

4. Bring a photo for your pass.

If you do not arrive with the above 4 items we will be unable to help you register for the program.

Refuse to use-Regular scheduled events: Please try to attend your class event…if you cannot, then please attend one of the other events. Thank you!

October 23 (9^th and 10^th) Location - Rowland

Alcohol and other drugs – Film and discussion

2:45 – 4:15 9^th grade

4:15 – 5:45 10^th grade

October 25 (11^th and 12^th) Location- Rowland

Alcohol and other drugs – Film and discussion

3:45 – 5:15 11^th grade

5:15 – 6:45 12^th grade

Anyone interested in going on the Medieval Times trip December 1^st should see Mrs. Freebern ASAP to reserve a space.
Looking for Excitement? Challenge? Intrigue? Adventure? Come join the Great Expectations Club for the first meeting Wednesday October 24 from 2:30 to 3:00 in Mrs. Wright’s room. In the meantime, see her if you have any questions. Be prepared for visits from various unexpected guests.

There will be a prom committee meeting on Wed. Oct. 24^th at 2:35 in Mrs. Bierwirth’s office.
The Digital Entertainment Club (DEC) will NOT meet this Thursday due to the early release.
there is a wounded warriors service learning meeting on thursday at 715 am in the english office
Attention all Hockey Players. A mandatory meeting is schedule for anyone interested in playing on Burr and Burtons Boys Hockey team this winter. The puck will drop in Mr. Herrington’s room (Room 33 – Seminary Bldg) this Friday, Oct. 19^th at 7:20a.m.

All members of the Student Council will meet again on Friday at 7:15 in the morning-- come prepared with a speech to run for president, vice president, treasurer or secretary of the student council!
ALL FIELD STUDY STUDENTS: Mandatory meeting with Mr. Napolitano this Friday October 19th. Report to the Moritz Lab the block that you have Field Study.
FIELD STUDY STUDENTS (A,B and C BLOCK) : Journals are due on Monday, October 22nd
FIELD STUDY STUDENTS (D and E BLOCK): Letters to the Editor are due on Monday, October 22^nd
Tickets are still available for the Cultural Arts Club trip to Albany to see “Arsenic and Old lace” on Oct.19. See Mrs. Polis in Art room.

Environmental Leadership meetings Tuesdays 7:20 am. Dale Spring’s Room
College Visits for the week of 10/22-10/26:

Ø Mon, 10/22
     10:30 Green Mountain College
     11:30 Southern New Hampshire University
     1:30 University of Vermont

Ø Tues, 10/23
     11:00 St. Michael’s College
     11:00 Albertson College of Idaho
     1:00 Johnson & Wales University

Ø Thurs. 10/25
8:30 Clarkson University

Ø Fri. 10/26
11:55 Bowdoin College

Seniors applying to University of Vermont should do so by November 1^st.
New Driver’s Ed Class begins Tuesday November 6 and ends December 20. Tuesday and Thursday evenings 5 to 7 pm. Call Bill or Cindy Herrmann at 375-6863.

Bromley season pass applications are now available in the main office. Pick one up before October 10^th to save money.
Our friends at Yoplait^® are helping with our local fundraising efforts through their Save Lids to Save Lives^® program. From September 1st through December 31st, Pink Yoplait lids collected in our local community will support our VT/NH Susan G. Komen for the Cure Affiliate, and we’re asking for your help. Here’s how:

1. Start collecting pink lids from Yoplait^® products.

2. Wash them.

3. Return them to the pink and white boxes located in the cafeteria, library, and with Mrs. Towslee in the front office of the Seminary building.

4. We will pick them up and ship them back to Yoplait.

For every lid collected, Yoplait will donate 10¢ to Susan G. Komen for the Cure, up to $1.5 million!

The Bart Center at Bromley Mountain will be hosting the annual Sled Hockey game between the United Spinal Associations New York Rangers and the Vermont Sled Cats. It will feature two local athletes: Eric Rose and Betsy Hurley. Game time is set for 6:00 on October 20 at Riley Rink. Sled hockey is a way for those who are physically impaired to play hockey by using a piece of sit down equipment.

LUNCH

FIRST: 9:50

SECOND: 10:20

THIRD: 10:45

NEW LOWER PRICES ON MANY ITEMS!!!

BOSCOS &nb