February 5, 2010

Friday Flash

E-Newsletter from Richland Elementary School

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School Closings & Delays

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RES Deadlines

2/18

Market Day Orders Due

 

Important Dates

 

February

 

2/12

Valentine Parties

 

2/15

No School

 

2/19

Popcorn Friday

 

2/22

Jump Rope for Heart

 

2/24

Kindergarten Registration @ District Administrative Offices

 

2/24

Market Day Pick Up

 

 

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School News

 

No School

 Monday, February 15

 

 

Global Links Pediatric Crutches Needed
Donations Due Today
If you have pediatric crutches that can be donated to Global Links for delivery to the children of Haiti, please drop off your donations at school today.  Please be sure the crutches are taped together with mailing tape.  Questions?  Email Melissa Sullivan

 

Valentine's Parties 
February 12  
http://img.constantcontact.com/ui/stock1/5a1s9i2n.jpgClassroom parties are being held on February 12.  As part of the guidelines, we ask that you not send extra items, snacks, or treat bags for the party.  The designated party planners will be hard at work planning fun activities for the kids. 

The parties will be held from 2-3 p.m., and party planners can arrive at 1:40 to set up.  AM Kindergarten parties will be from 10:30-11:30; party planners may arrive at 10:15 for set up.  If you are a party planner and have questions, please email
Michelle Hall.

 

Nurse Notes

BMI (Body Mass Index) letters were sent home in the January report cards. Please contact the school nurse if you have any questions.   Information about BMI can be found by
clicking here.

Kindergarten physical exams are now due.  If the nurse is missing your child's physical, a letter was sent home.  School physicals will be done in March/April 2010.   Contact the nurse if you are interested in a school physical.

 

Jump Rope for Heart
Monday, February 22
Jump Rope for HeartIn conjunction with the American Heart Association, Richland Elementary is participating in Jump Rope for Heart on Monday, February 22.  
 
Donation forms will be sent home with your child.  All proceeds will benefit the American Heart Association.  A donation is not required for your child to participate in the event.  Please make checks payable to "The American Heart Association" and return the form by Monday, February 22.  
 
Volunteers Needed to Make This Event a Success! 
During gym class, the children will rotate through five fun stations -- all focused on heart-healthy exercises.  We have three sessions; five volunteers needed per session.  
Click here to access the volunteer form.  Questions?  Email Margo Jochims.

 

PTO News

 

PTO Meeting 
Mark Your CalendarMarch 10
Mark your calendar now for our next PTO meeting being held on March 10 at 9:45 a.m.  Click here for the minutes from the January meeting. 

 

After-School Programs
Classes Begin February 24; Registrations Due February 18
Check out these wonderful after-school program opportunities.  Click here for all the details and registration form.  Questions?  Email Lisa DeFoggia

 

Market Day
Orders Due February 18
Market Day LogoFebruary is Cookie Dough Bonus Days with nine delicious flavors.  Homemade taste minus the work!  When you purchase cookie dough, we'll earn extra profit on every box!  You can also start qualifying for the Freequent Buyer® Program to earn a FREE Mite 'N' Mighty Step Stool.  Click here for details and to order online by February 18.  Pick up is February 24, from 4-5:30 in the Richland Elementary cafeteria.  Questions?  Email Susan Martinez.

 

Movie Night!
Friday, February 26

Mark Your CalendarJoin us for great family fun at Movie Night on February 26 at Richland Elementary School.  Doors open at 6:30 and the movie will begin promptly at 7 p.m.  Popcorn and beverages will be provided.  Prior to Movie Night, students will have a chance to vote for the their choice of movie.  The selection will be announced in the Flash.

 

Attention 3rd Grade Parents
Positions Open for Next Year's Eden Hall PTO Board
Being a part of the PTO Board is a great way to get involved at your child's school.  If you're interested in being Co-President or Vice President, email Robin Treece.  For Treasurer or Assistant Treasurer, please email Jodi Mann

 

3rd Grade Parents
Eden Hall Pizza & Bingo

In April, the Eden Hall PTO is hosting a Pizza & Bingo Family Night as part of the transition for your child from his/her elementary school to Eden Hall.  If you would be interested in volunteering for this event, please email EH PTO Co-President
Emily WillardClick here for event details.

 

Win A Party for Your Class!

Labels Contest Ends February 12
Through February 12, send Box Tops, Campbell's,and Tyson labels to your child's classroom.  The winning class will celebrate with a Pizza Party!

Box TopBox Tops:  Giant Eagle is giving 15 bonus Box Tops for every four Box Top products purchased during the month of February.  Also, get 20 bonus Box Tops when you purchase any five participating Kleenex brand products in a single transaction.  Bonus certificates print at the register.
Click here for participating products.

Campbell's:  Campbell's and Pepperidge Farm products are both accepted.  Look for the new logo on their products.  Clip the barcode and logo.  Both new and old logo styles are accepted. 
Click here for participating products. 
New Logo                                          Old Logo
Campbell's Label New                  Campbell's Label Old
 
Tyson: Look in your grocer's freezer section for Tyson Products that display the Project A+ logo. Each label is worth 24¢ for our school!

Tyson Label 

 

Popcorn Friday
February 19!
Popcorn Friday is a fun day where children in grades 1-3 can enjoy a bag of popcorn during lunch.  The PTO provides the popcorn free of charge.  Click here for the ingredient list.

 

Fun Fair News
Auction Winners!
Congratulations to the lucky winners of this year's Fun Fair Chinese Auction.  There were 15 baskets, generously donated by Richland Elementary families, businesses, and organizations.  (Currently, we do not list full names of children in the Flash.  If you have questions about winners, please contact Jocelyn Silvio.)  
 
Let's Play Dolls - Heather B. 
Cars & Trucks - Rebecca C.
Webkinz - Grace D.
Superheroes - Joshua F.
Arts & Crafts - Kayla L.
Let's Play Games - Scott B.
Disney Channel -  Matthew & Lucas C.
Summer Fun - Owen S.
Sports - Brooke S.
DSi - Connor S.
Crafty Mom - Alexa S.
Salon Vivace - Abby S.
$100 Savings Bond - Kyle S.
Scentsy - Cameron H.
$50 Premier Designs Jewelry - Katrina S.
 

 

District & Community News
Spring Sports Registrations, Spring Clinics, and Summer Camps Now Listed!
Don't forget to check out the District & Community Newsletter that you received today in your email along with your Flash.  This Newsletter contains information about District Events and Fundraisers and Community sports leagues, clinics, and much, much more!  Questions?  Email Jill Gruber

This newsletter is provided by the Pine-Richland School District, Richland Elementary, and the PTO to ensure that the families of Richland Elementary are kept informed of school and community events in an efficient and cost-effective manner.   Included in this newsletter are links that are not affiliated with Richland Elementary or the Pine-Richland School District.  If you have input to improve this communication, please click here.  All feedback will be seriously considered for implementation.

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