Marcia’s son Cole and his friend Elias- two proud, sweaty finishers of last year’s FunRun. (Picture used with permission of both families) Our Pep Rally kick-off for Fun Run is this Wednesday and our big Fun Run is October 5th. If you have not registered your student, please go to funrun.com and start collecting pledges! …
Reflecting on Reflections: If you have a kid that loves to draw, or dance, or write, or make music, or take pictures, or make films—the Reflections Art Contest may be for them. If you have a child that doesn’t like to do any of that, but every once in a while, goes up in their …
Reflections OVERVIEW: Created over 50 years ago, Reflections is a staple art program sponsored by the National PTA ● Encourages students’ creative expression and helps them find their own voice through art● Focuses on recognition, rather than competition● Open to all students of all ages and abilities● Six different categories: dance choreography, film production, literature, …
In the weeks before my oldest daughter started kinder, a mere 6 years ago, I got a call from my friend who told me that she was considering joining the PTA board and thought I should too. I shall call this friend “Sally,” to protect her innocence. She put me in touch with a lady …
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Introducing our crossing guards for this year. Mr. Clennon Preston and Ms. Rita Culling. These are the first people we see at the school every morning and they are here to keep our children safe. They put their bodies between your child and a moving vehicle that’s in a hurry to get to work. …
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