Super Bowl!

It's Super Bowl Weekend! It was nice to see so many students wearing black and gold today. There were a lot of other colors, too. It was just a lot harder for me to see them. I shared quite a few interesting facts about the Super Bowl in the gym this morning. Ask your children what they remember.

This month's PTO Meeting will be held on Tuesday, February 8th at 11:00 a.m. in Room 102. The date of the meeting had to be changed due to to upcoming Book Fair. I apologize for any inconvenience, but we can all blame Mother Nature.

Have a wonderful weekend.

Thanks,

Mr. Masucci

Back to School!

Have we been in school 5 days in a row in 2011? It certainly has been a LONG winter. Please continue to encourage your children to read and participate in out "Reach for the Stars" Reading Program. In conjunction with this program, our PTO has rescheduled this month's book fair. A note is heading home today explaining the changes.

Our new character trait for the month is kindness. Ask your children about today's story that described the silverback gorilla. Despite a few growls and a lot of muscle, gorillas are some of the kindest animals on the planet.

Tomorrow is NFL Day! Let's see some black and gold!

Thanks,

Mr. Masucci

Check This Out!

Our students were still buzzing from yesterday's visit from the Pittsburgh Pirates. Each students will bring home an autograph or two and free game ticket today. Click here to watch WKBN's video highlights from yesterday. Keep your eyes on the Pirate link, too. Once it is updated, you'll be able to see pictures and video from the event.

Report cards go home today. Please sign and return them as soon as possible. Enjoy the weekend!

Thanks,

Mr. Masucci

A Special Visit!

Today was an exciting day. Members of the Pittsburgh Pirates stopped by the school as part of the 2011 Pirates Winter Caravan. Pitcher Jeff Karstens and 2nd baseman Neil Walker joined Pitching Coach Ray Searage and Announcer Tim Neverett for an hour long assembly. They were joined by the one and only Pirate Parrot! While here, our guests and several students participated in the Pirates' version of "Minute to Win It". Each contestant received an autographed game jersey. Two other students were given the responsibility of keeping their eyes on the Pirate Pirate. They both received hats and autographed baseballs. Be sure to watch the news tonight. Both WKBN and WFMJ covered the event. In addition, the Pirates will be posting pictures and video within a day or two. Click here to check it out.


Thanks,
Mr. Masucci

Volunteers Needed!

Volunteers are needed to serve on a school-levy committee. Please let me know if you are willing to help. Simply call or write me a note. I will share your name and number with Dr. Zorn who will then turn things over to the committee chair. Thanks in advance.

Raffle tickets continue to be sold for the 27" television set. A winning ticket will be drawn early Friday afternoon. Good luck!

Have a wonderful day.

Thanks,

Mr. Masucci

Brrrrrrr!

It may be cold outside, but we are one day closer to spring! Before we know it, we'll be listening to the sounds of lawnmowers and baseball bats. I don't know about you, but I've had enough winter.

During today's morning announcements in the gym, I started reading a new book. Ask you children what they remember about Freddy. He seems like an interesting kid who really wants to buy something at the mall! See if you can find out what it is.

Have a wonderful day.

Thanks,

Mr. Masucci

A New Week!

Our week has begun with yet another 2 hour delay. Cold just doesn't describe what it felt like this morning. Let's hope the rest of the week doesn't have any delays or cancellations. Today also marks the beginning of the 3rd grading period. I encouraged our students to begin this grading period on the right note. Please continue to check assignments book each night and encourage your children to stay organized. Report cards will be coming home on Friday.

What else shall we discuss? Perhaps I could spend just a few lines of today's blog on the Super Bowl bound Pittsburgh Steelers! Despite my words on Friday, I did not relax in my recliner or even enjoy pizza. I was too excited to sit and far too nervous to eat anything.

Thanks,

Mr. Masucci