Latest Pier School Paper Out!

Check out 16 pages of sheer awesomeness from Pier School students.

The second issue of The Mariners’ Catch, the official paper of the Pier School, is now out! This edition is 16 pages. Topics include a seal watch and walruses, interviews with Ms. Santucci and Ms. Chen, the boys’ basketball team and the always popular Cook’s Corner. The paper is produced by The South County Independent, and overseen by Cheryl Butler. Got questions about the paper or contributing to it? Send an e-mail to Cheryl at cb091987@aol.com. Want to be e-mailed when a new issue is published? Click the "keep me posted!" button below.

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Whiz Kids

Banner Raising for Pier Teams Wednesday

The Pier School will honor its track and cross country teams at halftime of the boys’ basketball game Wednesday.

Release courtesy of the Rinaldis and the Pier School listserv. A banner-raising has been rescheduled for Wednesday, Jan. 23 during halftime of the boys’ basketball game. The game is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. and the banners will be raised at about 4 p.m. We hope to see student athletes, family and friends to recognize the boys’ state championship for track and field and a Southern Division championship for cross country. ***** By the way, that Pier School boys’ basketball team is currently undefeated, with a 15-0 overall record and a 8-0 mark in Southern Division play. They will be hosting Chariho (3-7, 3-7 Southern Division).

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Area Communities Schedule Flu Shot Clinics

HEALTH reports high flu activity in Rhode Island, and the vaccination demand is causing sporadic shortages.

The CDC reports an elevated number of flu cases in the U.S., with the Rhode Island Department of Health reporting widespread flu. HEALTH has listed a number of other public health clinics throughout the state. There is no cost for any vaccination and health insurance is not a requirement at public clinics. Anyone who is insured should bring his or her insurance card. In addition to flu vaccine, pertussis (whooping cough) and pneumonia vaccine will be available at some clinics. Locally, a clinic is being held at the Pier School on Monday – click here for more info. Outside of government clinics, demand for vaccinations is creating sporadic shortages. "Due to high demand caused by the outbreaks of influenza across the country, some of our …

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Flu Clinic Monday in Narragansett

There are no out-of-pocket expenses for a flu clinic Monday at the Pier School in Narragansett.

There will be a community vaccination clinic for flu, pneumonia and DPT from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday, Jan. 21 at the Narragansett Pier School. There is no out-of-pocket expense, and no money will be collected. However, if you have insurance, please bring your insurance card. Vaccinations are recommended for anyone six months old, or older. Release courtesy of Margaret Fair at the Pier School.

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Tuesday’s Sports Schedule and Monday’s Results

There is plenty of good soccer today, so get out on the pitch.

“My parents have been there for me, ever since I was seven.” – David Beckham, husband of Posh Spice. MONDAY’S RESULTS TUESDAY’S SCHEDULE Want to be e-mailed when we have new sports schedules and results posted? Click the “keep me posted!” button below.

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Monday’s Sports Schedule and Weekend Results

Cross-country and girls’ volleyball are on the slate for Monday!

“Volleyball, I could be pretty good. After a few practices I could be that striker, or whatever they call it.” – the always humble Lebron James. WEEKEND RESULTS MONDAY’S GAMES Want to be e-mailed when we have new sports schedules and results posted? Click the “keep me posted!” button below.

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Five Things

Saturday’s Sports Schedule and Friday’s Results

Are you ready for some football?

“Detroit’s so bad this year they might lose their bye week.” – Dennis Miller. FRIDAY’S RESULTS SATURDAY’S GAMES Want to be e-mailed when we have new sports schedules and results posted? Click the “keep me posted!” button below.

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Friday’s Sports Schedule and Thursday’s Results

Take, me, t-t-take me, to some sports today. Don’t be an extraterrestrial.

“Yeah, I regret we weren’t on a higher floor.” – Charles Barkley, on whether he had any regrets about throwing a bar patron through a first-floor window. REMINDER: Because of mosquito-borne diseases, some schools are canceling or postponing games. Make sure to check RIPCOA (middle school) or RIIL (high school) to ensure your game is still going on. THURSDAY’S RESULTS FRIDAY’S GAMES Want to be e-mailed when we have new sports schedules and results posted? Click the “keep me posted!” button below.

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Thursday’s Sports Schedule and Wednesday’s Results

Catch the fever – sports fever. (Don’t bother with romantic comedy Fever Pitch.)

“We lost because we didn’t win.” – Ronaldo. REMINDER: Because of mosquito-borne diseases, some schools are canceling or postponing games. Make sure to check RIPCOA (middle school) or RIIL (high school) to ensure your game is still going on. WEDNESDAY’S RESULTS THURSDAY’S GAMES Want to be e-mailed when we have new sports schedules and results posted? Click the “keep me posted!” button below.

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Wednesday’s Sports Schedule and Tuesday’s Results

Assuming it stops raining before this afternoon, go see some sports!

“Serious sport is war minus the shooting.” – George Orwell. REMINDER: Because of mosquito-borne diseases, some schools are canceling or postponing games. Make sure to check RIPCOA (middle school) or RIIL (high school) to ensure your game is still going on. TUESDAY’S RESULTS WEDNESDAY’S GAMES Want to be e-mailed when we have new sports schedules and results posted? Click the “keep me posted!” button below.

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