January 22, 2010

Friday Flash

E-Newsletter from Hance Elementary School

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School Closings & Delays

Click here for District Information.

 

Vendor Programs


Campbell's Labels
Place in Soup Can at School
 
Giant Eagle
Click here to register.
 
Target
Click here to register.
 
Box Tops
Clip & Save throughout the year for announced contests.

 

January Lunch Menu Available on PR Website...click here. 

 

Deadlines

2/19
Market Day Orders Due

 

Important Dates

 

February

 

2/5

Fantastic Fun Friday

 

2/5

Popcorn Dayz

 

2/11

PTO Meeting

 

2/12

Valentine Parties

 

2/15

No School

 

2/18

Market Day Pick Up

 

2/19

Jump Rope for Heart

 

2/22

Hance Kindergarten Registration @ District Administrative Offices

 

2/27

Fun Fair

 

 

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School News

 

3rd Grade Study Smarts Program
Last Day to RSVP!  
Click here to RSVP and for all the details regarding this program being held on Wednesday, January 27, from 6-8 p.m. at Eden Hall Upper Elementary School.  Your RSVP is needed to help us plan appropriately for this program. 

 

Monthly Fruit & Veggie Tasting Events
Begins Friday, January 29
On Friday, January 29, we will begin our monthly fruit and veggie tasting events by showcasing citrus fruits.  The children will have a chance to taste fresh-squeezed lemonade and orange and grapefruit juices.  Click here for great information about oranges.

Parent Volunteers:  Two parents will be needed for each event from 10:30-1:10.  Email Jo Anne Lazzaro to volunteer.

 

First Grade:  Sight & High Frequency Words
January's Words

Click here to access the first grade words for January.  Click here to review the message sent previously about these words.  

 

PTO News

 

February PTO Meeting
Special Guest, Assistant Superintendent Dr. David Foley

Mark Your CalendarJoin us on Thursday, February 11, at 7 p.m. in the Hance Library as we host special guest speaker Dr. David Foley, Assistant Superintendent.  We will also continue our discussion about next year's Board, so bring a friend and join us.  New to Hance?  This is a wonderful opportunity to meet other families, get involved, and stay informed.  Click here for the January meeting minutes.  

 

Hance Birthday Board

February Birthdays Due January 29! 

If your child has a February birthday, please send his/her picture along with the required permission slip by January 29 to be included on the birthday board.

 

Fantastic Fun Friday & Popcorn Dayz
February 5
Go RedWear Red Day is being observed at Hance on February 5.  If you earned a Jump Rope for Heart shirt last year, consider wearing it!  Click here to read more about National Wear Red Day.

Popcorn Dayz:  Don't forget 25 cents for popcorn during lunch on February 5.  Remember, popcorn must remain in the cafeteria.  For those with allergies, fruit snacks are also available.

 

 

Jump Rope for Heart
Kick-off Assembly Scheduled for February 4
Jump Rope for HeartOur annual event to support The American Heart Association is just around the corner.  A kick-off assembly will be held on February 4.  Fundraising forms will come home with your child that day.

On February 19, students will participate in the Jump Rope for Heart event. Students should return forms and money on or before that date.  Water Donations:  If you can donate bottles of water, please place your donations in the PTO room.

Volunteers are needed on February 19:  Lunch will be served to the volunteers that day from 12-1:15.  Click here to volunteer for the shift/grade of your preference.  Questions?  Email Monica Slinguff.

 

 

Market Day
Cookie Dough Bonus Days

Nine Delicious Flavors...Homemade Taste Minus the Work!
Market Day LogoThank you for supporting our January sale!  In February, when you purchase Market Day cookie dough, Hance will 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 (use Hance code 6855) by midnight on Friday, February 12.  Pick up is Thursday, February 18, from 4:45-5:45 in the cafeteria.  Questions?  Email Nikki Woodrow or Nancy Buszinski.

 

Fun Fair, February 27, 1-4 p.m. 

Volunteers NeededYour help and donations needed to make this a wonderful afternoon of fun!

Grade-Level Baskets:  Donations are needed to create the grade-level baskets. 
Click here for each grade's theme.  Gift cards and cash will also be accepted.  Donations can be dropped off in the classroom through February 19.    Questions?  Email Michelle Gierl.

Volunteers:  Many people are needed for this event.  To volunteer, click here.  If you have a child that is in grade 6 or up that would like to help with games or face painting, please email Trish Golla.  Questions?  Email Trish Golla.

Cake Walk: 
About 24 more donations needed!  Email Lori Wardoclip (include your name and phone number).

Cookie & Brownie Bake Sale: 
Many more items needed!  To donate cookies or brownies for this sale, email Sabrina George (include your name and phone number).

Guessing Jar:  To donate a guessing jar, email Kathy Bauer
(include your name and phone number).

Wrapped Candy:  Please donate bags of small, individually wrapped candy; mark your donations "Fun Fair" and place in the office.

Thank you for your consideration as we prepare for this kid-favorite event! 

 

Second Box Tops Contest for 2009-2010
Contest Ends February 15
Box TopIt's our second Box Top Contest!  A winning classroom will be announced per grade; each will win an afternoon popcorn party compliments of the PTO.

Send Box Tops to school, and have your child put them into the blue Box Tops box in their classroom.  Contest ends February 15; winners announced February 19. 

Giant Eagle's January Promotion:  Get 70 Bonus Box Tops at check out when you purchase any 10 products with the Box Tops Icon in a single transaction.   
Click here for the Giant Eagle flier.  Questions?  Email Debbie Frey.   

 

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 helping to organize this event, please email EH PTO Co-President Emily WillardClick here for event details.

 

Looking for 2010-2011 PTO Board Members
A Great Way to Get Involved

Volunteer OpportunitiesAre you interested in being on the PTO Board?  We are searching for parents who are interested in the following positions:

  • 2 Co-Presidents
  • 1 Co-Vice President
  • 1 Secretary

If you are interested or would like to nominate someone, please email Kathy Bauer  or Nikki Woodrow.  Voting for the new Board will occur via the Friday Flash and be announced at the March PTO meeting.

 

Campbell's Soup Contest
The Results Are In...

Congratulations to Mrs. Lamagna's first grade class who won the December Campbell's Soup Contest with 405 points.  They will receive "Cameron The Campbell's Soup Cub" and a special treat in January.

Keep collecting labels...another contest will be running in March.  When submitting, please include the student name and classroom teacher's name so the appropriate classroom receives the credit.

 

District & Community News
Stay Informed About Local Events!
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!  Don't miss out!  Look for it in your email today!  Questions?  Email
Jill Gruber.

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