Volume 25, Issue 4 Thursday, October 22, 2015
Important Dates
November 12, 6:30 PM: PTCA Meeting
November 13, 6 – 8 PM: Science Fair
November 25 – 27: Thanksgiving Recess
NOTES FROM THE PRINCIPAL’S DESK
Greetings,
Thank you to the families, staff, and members of our local Fire and Police Departments who contributed, participated, and volunteered during the PTCA’s Fall Fest last Saturday. It looked like we all enjoyed the old-fashioned country fair, as well as the rock wall and bounce house. The crockpot meals, pizza, baked potatoes, and baked goods were delicious. Thank you to the PTCA for hosting this event.
Thank you to all the parents who have scheduled their child’s Parent-Teacher Conferences (coming up in the next two weeks). I appreciate the commitment you demonstrate by coming into School to learn about your child’s progress. If you haven’t signed up for your child’s conference, please do so as soon as possible.
I’d like to remind families that school starts at 8:18 AM. Any child who arrives after 8:40 AM is tardy. No matter what the situation or time, all students must check in at the Office when arriving late. By doing so, we will be able to record their attendance in the Office, collect any bus notes, and inform the Cafeteria of lunch changes. This will help to clear up any confusion, especially when Nan or Karyn make absence calls. The Office really appreciates your cooperation with this necessary step.
Thank you to Jamie and Ashley Beauchesne, Preschool parents, for their generous donation of mums. They have been a beautiful addition to the planters in front of the School, around the flagpole, and by the Preschool entrance.
Fondly,
Kelley
Science Fair News
Hello SRS parents and students! This year’s Science Fair is approaching quickly! More and more sign-up slips are coming in—please keep them coming! Extra sign-up forms are available in the Office.
Our Science Fair Helpers are at the ready on Monday mornings for help sessions; if your scientists need assistance with choosing topics or putting the finishing touches on projects, please send in a note. Don’t forget: this year’s suggested topic is SOIL. But, if you’d rather, feel free to explore a different topic.
The friendly competition continues and the 6th Graders are in the lead for greatest class participation—keep up the great work! For additional help, please attend a Monday help session or call Karyn at 978-544-8427 or 508-887-3719.
Thank you,
Karyn Briand Science Fair Coordinator
PTCA News
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!
PTCA would like to thank all the wonderful families who helped make Fall Fest a great day. The slightly cooler weather didn't hinder families from making an appearance for our fun-filled day! Thank you to everyone who was able to volunteer for this annual event. Thank you to our sponsors, Dan Morin Painting and Jake Doody Logging. And, thank you to the Mahar Key Club volunteers.
Our PTCA Social Night on Tuesday was a huge success! PTCA members had a great time talking with families. We hoped the attendees learned what PTCA is all about. We can't wait to see you at our next meeting! Thank you to the Deja Brew for allowing the PTCA to host this event.
Dinner Angels will visit our School once again for Parent-Teacher Conferences on Wednesday, October 28, 2015. Flyers went home this week, if you are able to help by supplying a dish, please message us on Facebook or send a note into School.
Our November meeting is Thursday, November 12, 2015. Officer elections will be held; all board positions are open to interested parties for the following positions: President, Vice-President, Secretary and Treasurer. PTCA is always looking for new faces and ideas! We hope to see you there.
Like us on Facebook for more information.
EF News
The Enchanted Forest will be open on the upcoming Parent-Teacher Conference days and we have awesome activities planned! The dates are Wednesdays, October 28 and November 4, and Fridays, October 30 and November 6. Please see the flyer in this week’s Current to sign up.
The scavenger hunt and centerpiece creation activities held last Friday were huge successes! Look for more “Fun Fridays with Mez” coming soon!
Please note that although The Enchanted Forest is part of Swift River School, it is entirely self-sustaining. By paying your EF bill on time, it ensures that we can purchase supplies, pay our wonderful staff members and plan fun activities. Please pay your balance in full by the 15th of the month following your invoice. Thank you for your cooperation.
Come join the fun!
EF Staff
Library Lines
The Book Character Pumpkin Decorating Contest was a huge success, with 16 participants! I'm amazed at the creativity shown, and the judges had a difficult time deciding on the winners. Everyone won a certificate to be used at the Scholastic Book Fair, which will be held in December. Congratulations!!!
Make time to read,
Betsy
Jeanine Fundraiser
Please send any fundraising packets and payments to School on Monday, if you have not yet done so. The orders will be mailed to the company on Tuesday. Thank you!
COMMUNITY BULLETIN BOARD
These announcements and events are not school-sponsored.
New Salem Teen and Tween News
November is going to start out CREEPY at the New Salem Library. Come hear Charlotte Dore’s creepy tales, November 4 at 4 PM.
Want to learn to sew or crochet? Call and make arrangements to join our newly-forming classes!
November is National Novel Writing month. Come work on your novel, get some fun writing prompts, talk to other teen writers and find out how to bust out of writer’s block! Every Wednesday in November, drop-in hours are 1:30 to 5:30 PM.
Call 978-544-6334 to register or sign up.
New Salem Halloween Party
The New Salem Recreational Committee will host a Halloween Party at the New Salem Town Hall on Saturday, October 31 from 6-9 PM. Revelers of all ages are invited. Please join us after “Trunk-or-Treat” on the Common. We will need costume contest judges, decorating help, and donations of healthy snacks and drinks. There will be games, a costume contest for ages 2-6 and 7-12, food, drink, movies, music, and spooky fun. Please call or email Deb Rolski if you can help in any way. Home: 978-544-3327; Cell: 978-413-3563; email: [email protected]
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