Wrestling

I just heard that the Union 122 wrestling team won today at the county meet.  Several New Sweden Students won trophies.  Congratulations all!

New Sweden School in the News

    Two weeks ago, an AP report from Portland visited to talk with us about nordic skiing in schools.  We got students outside for a photo op and provided the reporter information.  The story went out today and we have seen it in online versions of several national newspapers.  I have seen it in the Seattle Times, LA Times, Boston Globe and the Miami Herald.  Here is a link to the story on NPR:  

     If you haven't seen it, here is a link to the WAGM story last week.  

    

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Exciting activites

We have some great things happening at New Sweden Consolidated School.

All Aroostook Band and Chorus are in Houlton today practicing for a performance.  We have three students who are performing with the band, Courtney, Kylie and Lukas.  We also have Lance, Andrew, Johnna, SaLena, and Kendra performing with the chorus.  Congratulations!


Alex B. will be representing Aroostook County in the Elks Shoot Out in Bangor on Sunday.  Good Luck Alex.

We have our first home basketball game tonight against Woodland.  Good Luck Boys.

Let's all do a snow dance!

     If it is going to be this cold, I would prefer to have the snow to go with it.  It sounds like most of the students agree.  We have had to cancel sledding during recess because there is not enough snow on the hill.   The after school ski program has been suffering from the lack of snow.  Ski team will be beginning soon and our trails need more snow.

  

First Boys Basketball Game Tomorrow

The boys basketball team will travel to Washburn for the first game of the season. 

Dear Parents and Guardians,

December has been a busy month at New Sweden Consolidated School.  We have several events this month and some informational items to share with you.

Outside Recess:  Students have outdoor recess when the weather the temperature including windchill is higher 0º F.  Most students are now coming dressed to be outside and we appreciate your support.  

Community Lunch:  We are having another community lunch on Thursday, December 16.  We are serving a turkey dinner and Mrs. Holmes will have some students sing.  Please let Mrs. Doar know if you plan to attend and check with her about what time your child eats.  

St. Lucia is on Monday, December 13 at 6:30.  

The Band and Chorus Winter Concert is on Wednesday, December 15 at 6:30 in the New Sweden Gym.  

Girls Basketball will play their final home game in the New Sweden Gym on Thursday December 16.  Games start at 3:30.

Boys Basketball will begin practicing this week and the first game is in the beginning of January.

Children’s Stage Adventures:  Thank you for your support for Childrens’ Stage Adventures.  

Christmas Treats and Parties:  As we approach Christmas, we are planning parties and treats for our students.  Please contact your child’s teacher before sending a treat to school.  We appreciate your support.

The New Sweden Recreation sponsored Ski Program will begin next week for our younger students.  Students in Grades K-2 will meet Monday, December 13, after school.  This meeting will take place regardless of the weather.  Students will need to be picked up at 4:00.  The ski program will begin for students in grades 3-8 when we have enough snow.  If you have paid for a ski rental, the skis may be picked up during school hours. Please contact Mrs. Doar if you have any questions.

Thank you to the families that have returned family stockings.  If you have not received one please call the school and let us know. We would like them all returned as soon as possible.  

Community Lunch

We will be having a community lunch on Thursday, November 18.  The menu will include turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, squash, corn, pumpkin cake with cool whip, and milk.  Please call the school (896-5541)  if you plan on attending this lunch.  The cost of the meal is $4.00 for adults.