Tiger Tales 1/18/26

Posted Date: 01/18/26 (01:00 PM)

January 18, 2025

Ice Cream Social Celebration

Our Tigers really scooped up success this week! By earning 175 Mega-Paws schoolwide, students unlocked a well-deserved Ice Cream Social celebration—and it was sweet in every sense of the word. From smiles to sprinkles, this was a true reminder that when we work together and live our ROAR values, great things happen.

A special cherry-on-top shoutout goes to Mrs. McKenny, who along with an incredible team of volunteers, made the event absolutely magical. Thanks to their time, creativity, and generous hearts, everything ran smoothly and was served up with extra joy and yes… plenty of sprinkles!

Way to go, Tigers!

Tiger Spotlight

This week’s spotlight shines on two incredible members of our Tiger Team.

This week we’re shining the spotlight on Jessica Harris, special education teacher

This week we’re shining the spotlight on Miss Jess, who you might know as one of our special educators but did you know...

Her go-to comfort food is pasta
The first concert she ever attended? Van Halen
When she's not teaching, you might find her laughing with friends
Her favorite place in Vermont (or beyond): in her kitchen with all her kids
One more fun fact: She is the youngest and has 4 older brothers!

We're excited for the positive energy and care she brings to her classroom everyday!

This week we’re celebrating Jess Koss, 1st grade teacher

This week we’re shining the spotlight on Mrs. Koss who you might know as one of our first grade teachers but did you know…

If she could only eat one food forever: Tacos
The first concert she ever attended: Christina Aguilera
When she's not teaching, you probably cooking & entertaining
Her favorite place in Vermont (or beyond): The Northeast Kingdom
And a fun fact about her? She loves fishing and boating

We’re lucky to have her supporting our Tigers with this essential role!

ROAR Reminder

As we head into MLK Jr. Day, our ROAR Reminder highlights how small actions can make a big difference. Dr. King believed in using our words and actions to build a better world, and our students practice this daily—by helping younger students, using respectful words, and making choices that strengthen our school community.

That’s ROAR in action!

Tigertastic Tips

With Monday off for MLK Jr. Day, consider turning the long weekend into a Family Kindness Moment. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. believed that everyone can serve—and even small acts can make a big difference.

Try one (or more!) together:

Write a thank-you note to a teacher, bus driver, or special helper
Help a neighbor shovel, carry groceries, or tidy up
Donate gently used books or toys
Invite your child to notice and name one kind act they see each day

These simple moments help children see that kindness isn’t just something we talk about, it’s something we do. Small actions, big impact…that’s the Tiger way

Mark Your Calendars

1/19 No School: MLK Jr Day