The "Write" Stuff!

Poland North Elementary School has some fantastic poets! In this week's MiniPage, there were four students' poems published. Three of the four were written by our students. Please continue to encourage your children to write poems about upcoming holidays or special events. This is a great way to further develop writing skills. It is a great activity for students of all ages and grade-levels. Simply send the poems to school and have your children place them in the mailbox outside of the school's office.


Thank you,
Mr. Masucci

The Weekend!

Tonight our Poland Bulldogs will tangle with the Steubenville Big Red. The game is going to be incredibly crowded, so I suggest arriving as early as possible. Many of our students will be attending. My advice to them was to stick close to their parents since it will be very easy to get lost in the crowd. Let's hope the Bulldogs come out on top!

All posters for the Juvenile Court Advisory Board's Poster Contest are due on Monday. Please be sure the entry form is attached to the back of the poster. I am looking forward to receiving a lot of entries.

Keep your eye on tomorrow's MiniPage. Over the course of the last 2 weeks, I have sent close to 30 poems in from our school.

Thank you,

Mr. Masucci

Cans for Cash!

We are in our 2nd week of the "Cans for Cash" contest. Please keep those empty aluminum cans heading our way. By Monday, there should be a 7-foot tall steel replica of the Earth in front of our school that will serve as a receptacle.

Our students will then be able to throw cans inside. By doing so, we can save the Earth.....one can at a time! I'll share more details in a few days!

Thank you,

Mr. Masucci

A Rainy Day!

Today's wet weather and cooler temperatures are clear indicators that fall is in full swing. Although I am not a big fan of raking leaves, it is one of my favorite times of year. Keep your eyes on the trees surrounding our school. Within a few weeks, their colors will be amazing!

I reminded 3rd and 4th grade students about Family Technology Night. Invitations will be going home before the end of the week. Please plan on attending. A similar night will take place in February for K-2 students. Our friends at National City Bank will be helping out and taking an active role in both events.

Thank you,

Mr. Masucci

P.S. I have more good news to share.

Relax!

Our 3rd Graders completed the Ohio Achievement Test in Reading today. They all worked very hard and deserve a pat on the back! The results of the tests will arrive at school in mid-November and will be forwarded to parents.

The PVFD visited our school today. 1st and 2nd Graders listened to firefighters and had the chance to check out their firetruck.





Thank you,
Mr. Masucci

Congratulations!

This is a nice way to start the week! The students of Poland North Elementary School will be receiving yet another award. The Association of Fundraising Professionals Mahoning/Shenango Chapter will be honoring our school and students on Tuesday, November 11th at Mr. Anthony’s. Our students will be recognized as this year’s “Outstanding Young Philanthropists” for their generous contributions to our community. Other honorees include: Canfield Rotary, Farmers National Bank and the DeBartolo Family. Sixteen students will be attending the luncheon and will accept the award on behalf of all of our students. I will be sending more information home in the weeks to come. This is an amazing honor and one that will be shared with the individuals, families, businesses and organizations that have always supported our efforts. Congratulations!

Thank you,

Mr. Masucci

Laugh It Up!

Are you ready for this one? Over my 15 years in this building, I can now say this has happened to me twice.

I wore a black sweater vest to school today. As I was cruising the halls this morning, a kindergarten student stopped and made the following comment:

"Mr. Masucci.... I like your sweater. My grandpa has one just like it."

Enjoy the weekend.

Mr. Masucci