I'd like to wish our students, staff and families a safe and enjoyable 2009! We'll be back to school before you know it, so enjoy these last few days off. Be sure to check out Saturday's MiniPage, too. We have had even more of our students getting their poems published. Great job!
I sat down with my kids this morning to watch the Christmas parade from Walt Disney World. To my surprise, I saw a little girl named Taylor from Girard, Ohio taking part. Her wish was to be in the parade with her family. While the announcers didn't say it, her wish came true because of the students of Poland North Elementary School. Now that's Christmas!
Our last day of classes has finally arrived! Today was filled with a lot of excitement. On behalf of Poland North Elementary School's entire staff, I'd like to wish all of our students and families a safe and enjoyable holiday season. Enjoy this very special time of year.
It has been a wonderful day. We were treated to one of the best holiday performances I can recall thanks to PSHS's Seminary Singers. Mrs. Chronister and her students are absolutely amazing. We are already looking forward to their spring visit.
Tonight is the big night for our 1st and 2nd graders! Their performance will begin at 6:00 pm. I know that they are all very excited. Tickets for our holiday plates will be on sale tonight, so bring a few extra dollars. I'd like to thank Dr. Szabo and our teachers for all of their hard work.
Everyone one better buckle up this week. It is going to be extremely busy. Although it may be a bit hectic at times and the hallways may be filled with quite a few sugarplums, it is a very special time of year to be around children.
The holidays are a very busy time of year for us all. I'd like to thank those who ventured out tonight to Barnes & Noble. There was an outstanding turnout for what has become one of our school's most supported traditions. At one point, there were close to seventy children listening to stories.
Our 2nd graders had the chance to put the final touches on their musical numbers today. Dr. Szabo has them sounding great and ready for next week's performance. The 1st graders will have a chance to polish up their act on Thursday.
We're all managing to keep busy during this very special time of year. Our halls are filled with the sounds of our 1st and 2nd graders as they prepare for their upcoming holiday performance. Santa's Workshop wraps up today. I'd like to thank our PTO for another job well done. Thanks to those that were able to make it last night's Holiday Shopping Night, too. Your continued support is appreciated.
Today was the first day of Santa's Workshop. I'd like to thank Mrs. Clemente, Mrs. Morrison and their committee for their hard work. Our students always enjoy shopping during this very special time of year. Tomorrow will be our the Holiday Shopping Night. Please plan on stopping by between the hours of 6:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. Bring a friend or two and help support our local businesses.
It certainly was a busy day in our 1st grades. The students spent the afternoon traveling to different stations set up in their classrooms. Pilgrim and Indian Day has been a tradition here for many years. Mrs. Resch and Mrs. Metzger planned a wonderful afternoon. Thank you to the parents who were able to donate their time to help. Gobble..Gobble. Look for an article in next week's Town Crier.
e classrooms have been hard at work creating Thanksgiving placemats for those less fortunate. The placemats and an assortment of canned goods will be sent to the Rescue Mission . Each 3rd grade student was asked to bring in one canned good by Friday, November 21st. However, Mrs. Baldwin and Mrs. Hay will be happy to accept canned goods from any of our students.
It is hard to believe that Thanksgiving is right around the corner. Please keep in mind that school will be closed on Wednesday, November 26th. Classes will resume Monday, December 1st.
'Tis the season to decorate some plates! For the past several years, our students have used their fingerprints to paint holiday-themed plates. Each class selects their own theme and ends up creating incredible works of art! Once again, I would like to thank Mrs. Phillips, Mrs. Schaefer and Mrs. Thompson for taking the time to assist with this project. Before long, the plates will be displayed in the front showcase. Raffle tickets will be sold during lunch. Winners will be announced on Thursday, December 18th. More information will be heading home soon.
Our school will be participating in "National Mix It Up at Lunch Day". This will mark the third year we have celebrated this special event. Mix It Up at Lunch gives students a chance to sit with children they normally do not spend time with in an attempt to get to know each other better. It is a day that promotes the importance of making new friends and appreciating the differences in others.Colored wrist bands will be given to all students tomorrow and will help them find their way to their special seats. Conversation starters will be provided. Mrs. Dalesandro coordinates this activity and always does an outstanding job. The students of Poland North Elementary School are fortunate to have her here! Thank you Mrs. Dalesandro.
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This afternoon the students of Poland North Elementary School were honored as this year's Outstanding Young Philanthropists by the Association of Fundraising Professionals. Sixteen of our students were able to attend a luncheon with family members at Mr. Anthony's. Representing our staff were Mrs. Resch and Mrs. Wittenauer. Our students were introduced by WKBN's Rich Morgan and did an amazing job accepting the award on behalf of all our students. Each one had the opportunity to speak and ended up stealing the show! Pictured with the group is Poland Board of Education President Mrs. Elinor Zedaker.
I would like to thank all of the students and parents who made it to Family Technology Night! It seemed as though everyone had a good time. I want to thank National City Bank, Turning Technologies and Chick-fil-A for their parts in tonight's event. Great job!
Over 25 students participated in last night's "virtual assignment". Students were asked to write a paragraph explaining what they would do if elected President of the United States. Those who participated will receive a coupon for a free Papa John's pizza.
It's Election Day! Our students were excited about today's election. Mrs. Saculla's classroom was Poland North Elementary School's Voting Headquarters. Many of our students were able to use Room 105's "homemade" voting booth to cast their votes for the next President of the United States. Look for some pictures to be posted soon.
onse cards indicating they will donate. Please consider giving blood. Each student who has a potential donor sign up will be entered in a drawing to receive a free ticket to see LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers take on the Toronto Raptors on December 9th. Five students will be selected and will be recognized before the game. They'll even have the opportunity to take shots on the Cav's main court!
Halloween is always an exciting day for our students. I'd like to thank all of our PTO volunteers for helping out in the classrooms today. The weather has cooperated and should make for a very enjoyable evening.
Our BoxTops contest is going exceptionally well. Thank you for taking the time cut those little rectangles out. If you need more sheets to glue them on, please let your child's teacher know. We'll be sure to get them to you. To date, our PTO has earned over $440.00! The contest will run for a few more weeks, so keep them coming. Click here to see a list of all participating products. The homeroom which collects the most will earn a pizza party. For now, Miss Shurilla's class is in the lead. However, Mrs. Baldwin's 3rd graders are hot on their heels.
Can you imagine how colorful our school is going to be in the spring? Thanks to American Beauty Landscaping's Roger Meyers and our friends from Home Depot our students planted close to 400 iris, tulip and hyacinth bulbs. As usual, the Home Depot's Chris Martin was kind enough to make sure we had everything we needed. The day began with Mr. Meyers speaking to all of our students and staff and teaching them quite a bit about bulbs. His background as a teacher led him to bring in a few visual aids, too. Afterwards, each classroom went to work! Bulbs were planted in the courtyard and around the school's sign. Our students can now take a sense of ownership in the way the school will look in the spring.
We'll be working outside tomorrow. Consequently, there will be a "slight" chance that Poland North Elementary School's master gardeners will get a bit dirty. It may not be the best day to wear new outfits!
Take a look at the video link at www.vindy.com. Just click on Poland North Elementary. On Wednesday, footage was taken of Mrs. Saculla's class actually making their music video. The video will be completed next week and entered in a contest.
Students in Mrs. Saculla's class have successfully recorded their own version of High School Musical's "The Start of Something New". Their updated version will be used in their very own music video. The video is part of a nation-wide contest. Much more information will be heading home in the next few days. There will be a great story in Sunday's Vindicator, too!
The end of the week has arrived! It is hard to believe that October is half way over. Be sure to check out the school's calendar to learn about some of the exciting events coming up. First up will be the visit from Home Depot representatives and American Beauty Landscaping's Roger Meyers.
