Walking with God

As we mentioned in devotions, may you always walk closely in this life with God. Rest in Him and be carried by His strength.

World Renew
The falling snow is a great reminder that Christmas time is just around the corner. We will again be participating as a whole school in the World Renew project. More details and dates will be forthcoming. It may be good to alert parents to the idea that we would appreciate their participation at home by encouraging children to work on chores or special jobs to earn money they can contribute to World Renew. I'll detail this in the South Side News Blog as well.

Our Old Laminator
You can't teach old dogs new tricks and apparently it's tricky to get the old laminator to fire up and do his job. We're keeping that beast around for those 'just in case' moments, as in "just in case you really don't need your lamination to stick" ;)  Seriously, it seems that if you run that guy as hot and slow as possible, it can get the job done. So, in a pinch, think "hot and slow" for that thing....you feel free to make up your own jokes here. It's too easy. I'm backing out!

Poinsettia Forms
Need to go home on Friday with the Friday folders.

Staff Meeting
Thursday the 13th at 11:45. We'll all have 3rd bell and I will alert the yellow vest accordingly. I'm excited to share some fun ideas with you!

SPARK
We're starting to roll. Our "event" date will always aim for the second Wednesday of each month. Wednesday because it's a long day. Second because it might be easier to remember as we organize and plan events. If you need to make exception to your event, please alert Pat, particularly if a bus is involved. Those have already been reserved. I apologize that we had delays getting the wheels up on this program this year. I'll talk through specifics with each of you individually and there will be time at our staff meeting to iron out some wrinkles and answer questions you may have as well.

Swimming Lessons

Please remind your families that swimming lessons will begin on Monday, November 10th. Your bus pick-up and drop-off times are in your mailbox.

Dates for your blog

November 10-21         Swimming lessons

November 27-28         Thanksgiving Vacation

12/20-1/4   Christmas Break

1/5             All classes resume

1/19           No school (MLK/Records day)

2/16           Winter break day