Brrrrrrr!......Part 2

I thought it was cold yesterday. I went to let our dog out this morning and she looked at me as if she wanted to say, "No thanks!" Please stay warm and bundled up. The good news is the temperatures are supposed to climb over the next few days. March is only 19 days way. Think Spring.

All of our students had the chance to do a little shopping at our annual Book Fair. I'd like to thank our PTO for organizing this year's event. You are appreciated.

Tomorrow will be an exciting day. Although Valentine's Day isn't until Monday, we'll be celebrating it tomorrow afternoon. Thanks to our PTO, students will be able to make their own ice cream sundaes, too.

Thanks,

Mr. Masucci

Brrrrrrr!

Some of our students didn't want to get off of their warm buses this morning. The temperature will drop even lower today and tomorrow. Because the extreme cold, the Poland Schools will operate under a 2 hour delay tomorrow, February 10th.

Today's Book Fair got off to a great start. I'd like to thank Melinda Miller for her enthusiasm and time. In addition, Liz Klase and her committee were nice enough to brave the cold temperatures to make sure our students had help shopping for books. As always, their time and smiling faces were appreciated. 3rd and 4th graders will shop tomorrow.

Our 3rd and 4th graders enjoyed their field trip to the Covelli Center. I'm sure the Mahoning Valley Phantoms put on a great show.

Thanks,

Mr. Masucci

Thank You PTO!

Today's PTO Meeting went very well. In addition to our regular business, I was given the opportunity to thank our past and current members for their support over the past nine years. I am extremely fortunate to have worked alongside Poland North Elementary School's PTA/PTO. Thank you to all who have given so much to the students of this building. We've had a great run!

Thanks,

Mr. Masucci

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