Thank you to all the parents who attended the Parent Orientation last evening. It was so nice to see the gym filled with parents. It is so important to have communication between school and home.
During lunch this week, PTO will be selling tickets for the raffle baskets. There are 2 portable DVD movie baskets, gift certificates, and a Poland themed basket just to name a few. These baskets will be at our tailgate on Friday, where the winners will be announced.

Tonight is Parent Orientation at 6:00pm. This evening is for parents only to meet their child's teacher. The teachers will discuss classroom routines, rules, and other important information. This is a great way to begin the communication between home and school. Our PTO will also be here to continue their Membership drive and begin their basket raffle. I know evening schedules are packed tight, but I would love to see you tonight!

Chick-fil-a sponsors a Core Essentials program to teach character traits. Each month, a different trait will be discussed. For the month of September, the trait is knowledge. During morning announcements, we discussed the meaning of knowledge and that there is no age limit for gaining more of it. Tomorrow the students will be sharing something new that they learned. This can be a new way to tie shoes or throw a ball. Knowledge is a powerful tool!
The students will be bringing home PTO fundraiser packets. Our PTO provides many events and programs through their fundraising efforts. Please take some time to look through the items and if you are able, please support the fundraiser. Please have all your order forms turned in by September 26th.

The first week of school is almost to an end and it has been such a smooth start. The students have adjusted to their daily routines and rules. We enjoy the morning announcements together along with a story before the students go to their homerooms. Please ask your children about the lessons they have learned from the stories. Please remember to complete and return all important papers that came home this week. Have a great weekend. Let's hope the rain holds off if you plan on cheering on the Bulldogs tonight!

Thank you to all who attended our PTO meeting this morning. It was nice to see some new faces along with the familiar ones. Our next meeting will be in the evening for those of you not able to attend during school hours.
Mrs. DeLisio, our playground monitor, complimented the students on their good behavior. She has seen students getting along, sharing, and including others in play. I am so proud of everyone! Please remember to send a jacket as the weather changes.

Tomorrow is our 1st PTO Meeting of the 2011/2012 school year. It begins at 9:30 and will be held in the Art Room. I know everyone is easing into the school routine this week, but I would like to invite all to attend the meeting. The PTO will be discussing and finalizing plans for the Tailgate and Kindergarten Tea. The budget will be presented for approval and vote. Our PTO plays a vital role in our school. Their dedication to the students and staff is incredible. Please stop by the meeting, we would love to have your input.

Welcome back! It was great to see all the smiling faces this morning. They were still smiling as they were leaving, so that was a good sign. I know that the backpacks were full of important papers today. Please complete and return them as soon as possible. Also, make sure your child hands any notes from home to their teachers in the morning. This will help with any dismissal changes that may arise with your schedule.
Thank you for being patient as the busses returned your children safely home. The first week they may run a little slower than usual. Thanks for being so understanding. Enjoy your evening!