What a Day!

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.

Sadecky Puppets put on a great show, too. This year's holiday show kept all of our students attentive. Thank you PTO for providing yet another special day.

Congratulations to our plate winners!

Thank you,

Mr. Masucci

P.S. 1 more day!

Greetings!

Although I love a good snow day, I was happy to have our schools open today. Our 2nd graders were so excited about their field trip. It would have been a shame to have to cancel it. I always manage to get a fresh loaf of bread out of the deal, too.

By 9:00 a.m., the winning tickets will be drawn for our holiday plates. Good luck! Thank you to everyone who purchased a ticket or two or three or four.......

Thanks,

Mr. Masucci

Holiday Program

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.

Requests for free YSU Basketball tickets are due back tomorrow. In addition, I hope you all had the chance to read the information about the Mahoning Valley Phantoms and Poland Hockey Night at the Chevrolet Center. If you have any questions, feel free to give me a call.

Thank you,

Mr. Masucci

Here We Go!

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.

On Friday, three girls from our school were dropped off at my home by their parents and joined my family for dinner. Because they took the time to enter a contest a few months ago, they were entered into a drawing for the dinner. We enjoyed pizza and managed to play a few games. My kids had a blast! Three boys will be joining us tonight!

Thank you,
Mr. Masucci

P.S. Don't forget to send in those gently used backpacks.

The Weekend!

I hope everyone enjoys the weekend. It will go by quickly. Next week is going to be a very busy one. The spotlight will be on our 1st and 2nd graders. Their holiday performance will take place at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. There will be a dress rehearsal Tuesday morning at 10:00 a.m. Those unable to make the evening performance are welcome to attend. On Thursday, we'll be treated to PSHS's Seminary Singers! This extremely talented group of students will be on hand to spread a little holiday cheer. I am always impressed with their talent and enthusiasm. In addition, Sadecky Puppets will arrive Thursday afternoon for their annual holiday show. Thank you PTO for providing our students with this opportunity.

Please send in those gently-used backpacks. I am happy to report that several found their way into the school this morning. This is a great way to help our community. Information about this project was sent home yesterday.

We are still collecting cans. Please continue to save us what you can. Feel free to drop them off anytime you wish.

Thank you,

Mr. Masucci

Thank you!

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.

I also want to thank our devoted PTO and staff members who volunteered their time to gift wrap. While the location of our table was definitely not the greatest, our PTO did walk away with a little over $50.00. However, I know our volunteer's time was worth just as much if not more. Thank you again. In the future, I think we'll stay clear of the gift wrapping.

Before I left, I was informed that our school was quickly approaching $1,600.00 in sales. There were many shoppers from our school still left in the store, so I expect that total to go up. Once the official total is provided, we'll receive 15% of that total plus our school's usual discount for purchasing books for our library and classrooms.

Thanks,

Mr. Masucci

A Busy Day!

Today's PTO meeting went very well. Thank you to all who were able to attend. This is a very busy time of year and I understand how valuable your time is. I am looking forward to tonight's Story Time at Barnes & Noble. I hope to see you there. I won't forget to bring my favorite book!

It was a special day in Miss Speece's class. To celebrate The Polar Express, her students wore their pajamas to school. Sounds like a pretty good idea to me!

Thank you,

Mr. Masucci

P.S. Check out the new dancing elves!