Better Late Than Never!

The icy roads led to a 2 hour delay today. Fortunately, the temperatures warmed up enough that all of our students made it to school safe and sound. As the week rolls on, the temperatures are going to drop quite a bit. Please make sure your child is bundled up.

The 3rd and 4th Grade Family Night is still scheduled for tomorrow evening. If you have any questions about it, please let me know.

Thanks,

Mr. Masucci

Long Weekend!

I spent quite a bit of time this morning sharing a story with our students about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. We spoke about how his determination impacted the entire world. I asked them to take a few minutes on Monday and think about Dr. King.

I received many requests for the free YSU Basketball tickets. Those who requested tickets should receive them by Tuesday or Wednesday of next week. Be sure to check those backpacks.

Have a great weekend! Go STEELERS!

Thanks.

Mr. Masucci

Back to School!

The 3rd and 4th grade Family Night has been rescheduled for Wednesday, January 19th. I was thrilled to learn two of the three presenters are still able to make it. The third presenter, Mr. Kent Tekulve, is unable to make the rescheduled date. Mr. Tekulve is the President of the Pittsburgh Pirates Alumni Association and a familiar name to Pirate fans. He was planning on sharing information about his incredible baseball career. However, he was going to spend more time talking to our students about determination and what it takes to succeed in every walk of life. Now 63 years old, Kent donates quite a bit of time to educating children. It would have been nice to have him. He is unable to attend because he will be in Florida participating in the 2011 Pirates Fantasy Baseball Camp. When we spoke yesterday, I suggested holding our event in Florida. While he thought that was a great idea, he did not feel as though the Pirate organization would pick up the tab.

Thanks,

Mr. Masucci

Winter Weather!

I hope this winter weather doesn't dump too much snow on us. I am hopeful tomorrow's Family Night will go on as scheduled. If school is closed, I have no choice but to postpone our evening event. If our schools end up operating under a 2-hour delay, I will plan on hosting the event. Keep your fingers crossed!

Thanks,

Mr. Masucci

The Upcoming Week!

Let's hope the winter storm moving through the southern states stays away from us. I am keeping my fingers crossed that Wednesday's 3rd and 4th Grade Family Night is not affected by snow and/or ice. If the weather remains on our side, everything should go off without a hitch. Those attending should plan on arriving between 5:30 p.m. and 5:45 p.m.

News went home today about a chance to win a new 27" television. Raffle tickets will be sold beginning tomorrow for $1.00 or 6 for $5.00. Good Luck!

Thanks,

Mr. Masucci

The Weekend!

I hope everyone enjoys the weekend. If you are a football fan, enjoy the games. I'll be watching to see who my beloved Pittsburgh Steelers will be playing next weekend.

Beginning Wednesday, January 12th, raffle tickets will be sold for a chance to win a 27" Toshiba television. This brand new television needs a new home. More information will be coming home at the beginning of the week.

Thanks,

Mr. Masucci

Let It Snow!

It looks like the snow is beginning to fall. Please be careful when driving to tonight's PTO Meeting. It will begin at 6:30 p.m. Plans will be shared about February's Book Fair.

I should be receiving our school's free YSU Basketball tickets within a few days. I will be sure to get them passed out to those who placed orders before the January 22nd game at the Beeghly Center. Thanks to YSU for their extreme generosity.

I have been reading a new chapter book in the gym during our morning announcements. Please ask your children what they know about the book's main character. Her name is Ramona and she is quite a leading lady!

Thanks,

Mr. Masucci