Welcome back from an outstanding, extended Holiday weekend. Hope you spent lots of time with family and friends. The weather sure cooperated for outdoor activities.
Today, the students were given the "Act of Kindness" of carrying in grocery bags. It was so nice to see that many of the students had already done this and on a regular basis. Encourage your child to help a neighbor or friend with this act also.
Tonight is our 4th Grade Recognition. The event begins at 6:00. Please plan on being here early to have your picture taken. The evening will begin with our 4th graders singing and then receiving awards. After dinner, we will watch a short DVD program of the students. I am looking forward to the special night ahead.

Our 3rd graders had the pleasure of going to Wagon Trails Animal Farm yesterday. The weather was very cooperative and the students really enjoyed themselves. Both Mrs. Wittenauer and Mrs. Hay commented on how well-behaved the kids were as well as the director of Wagon Trails.
The tomato and green pepper plants made their way to your homes today-hopefully safely. I encouraged the students to start a "garden" of their own and take on the responsibility of caring for the plants. Their "garden" can be just these 2 plants re potted in a larger container or adding more plants to make it a more prosperous garden. Good luck with growing. I look forward to hearing about the "vegetables of labor".

The school was treated to an amazing performance by the Seminary Singers. The performers consist of 9th-12th graders at Poland High School. They performed group songs as well as some duets and solos. They are all very talented and North always enjoys their show. It is always nice to see our past students that are a part of Seminary Singers. Yea for the North Alumni!

Today our 4th grade took their annual field trip to the Juvenile Justice Center. Mr. Smith took us on a tour of the center and talked a lot about choices that the students make. He also stressed the importance of listening and respecting parents. It is quite an enlightening day. Thank you for the parents that were able to join us. Please ask your child about their reaction about this field trip.

Our 1st graders were the first class at North to visit the 'OH Wow Science Center' in Youngstown. They were treated to a day of fun, hands-on activities. If your child was fortunate enough to go to the center, please ask them to share their favorite part of the trip!I look forward to hearing about it during morning announcements.
The "Act of Kindness" assignment for this week is to sweep, dust, or do a chore inside the house. I hope there are many hands up on Friday to show they completed this assignment!

It is not too late to join "Team North" for the annual Poland Relay for Life.
We are still accepting families of North students to join our team. There are many ways to participate in this event such as walking, working the tent, or raising funds. The event will take place at PSHS on July 8th and 9th from 6:00p.m.-6:00p.m. If you are interested in joining "Team North", please contact Miss Gura or Mrs. Resch at the school or email teamnorthrelay@yahoo.com.

I just may be getting a 'green thumb'. As I visit the greenhouse, I am amazed at the growth of our vegetable plants. Mr. Sofranec is watering them daily (maybe he is the one with the green thumb!). These tomato and green pepper plants will be making their way to your house next week. Let's hope the sunshine and warmth stays around so the plants can get planted in the ground.
Poland Idol will return this Summer! If your child is interested in entering the Poland Idol for Celebrate Poland, please have them get a registration form in the office. The event will take place on Saturday, June 25 at 10:30 a.m. The details and rules are listed on the registration form.