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| Calendar Of Upcoming Events |
| May 23 PTA Meeting (7:00 pm in Auditorium) May 29 Memorial Day (School's Closed) Jun 7 Blood Drive (10:00 am - 2:00 pm in Auditorium) Jun 14 Flag Day Jun 16 Last Day of School (Report Cards go home) Jun 18 Father's Day Jun 20 1st Day of Summer |
| Monthly Highlights |
| School Carnival Success Newsome Park held a successful School carnival, Saturday May 20th. Activities included Face Painting, Cake Walks and Games operated by teachers and PTA members. The auditorium was transformed into the ultimate air circus, complete with Obstacle and Air Jam Basketball Courses. Those who wanted to see a Fire Truck up close were given the opportunity by the Newport News Fire Department. What would a carnival be without food: Cotton Candy, Pizza, Snowcones, Soft Drinks and Chips allowed those attending plenty of substance to partake in a full day of fun. Thanks to all of you who came. And for those who did not, we'll see you next year. Red Cross Blood Drive Mrs Vreeland's kindergarten class will be sponsoring a blood drive to be held Wednesday, June 7th in the School Auditorium from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Representatives from the Peninsula Red Cross will be on hand to coordinate our efforts. Flyers to be sent home by students will include an area by which you may enter your name and the time that you would like to schedule for donating blood. Please return the completed flyer to the school AS SOON AS POSSIBLE!!! Give the gift of life; Donate blood! |
| Presidential Message |
| I would like to thank everyone for a wonderful year. As this being my first full year as President, I did not know what to expect. The beginning of the year started out a little rough getting settled in. Thanks to the PTA Officers, Volunteers, School Staff, and parents who helped me along the way, the tasks and duties that were performed were not as intimidating as the months passed. In an effort to plant the seeds for next year, I request that everyone attend the PTA meeting on May 23, 2000 at 7:00 pm. This meeting will vital for the establishment of PTA board member positions for next year. Have a wonderful summer!! Meg Sharp PTA President |
| PTA Insights |
| Oops, Were Late!! Due to unforeseen situations, we were unable to maintain the updating and delivery of our monthly newsletter. We apologize for the inconvenient and plan improvements for next year that will allow us prompt and consistent production of the PTA News. Virginia PTA/PTSA Highlights: Plan Ahead for Bad Weather There is no way to prevent natural disasters. Some result from rapidly changing weather conditions, such as floods, hurricanes, tornadoes and thunderstorms. Some are the result of earth movement, such as an earthquake. The following steps help prepare for a natural disaster. 1. Know which weather related disasters might occur in your area, such as flooding. 2. Install smoke and carbon monoxide detectors in your home. 3. Hold a meeting to make a family emergency plan. Walk around the house and make sure every family member knows where water, electrical, and gas cut-off valves are. 4. For insurance purpose make a list of clothing and valuables. Place the list, including photographs or a videotape of items in a bank safety deposit box. 5. Designate a meeting place outside the home for your family in case you get separated during an emergency. 6. Post emergency phone numbers, know where storm centers will be located and have an out-of-state person to serve as your 'family contact'. After a disaster it is often easier to call long-distance than in the local area. 7. Have an EMERGENCY SUPPLY KIT containing: Flashlight with extra batteries Non-electric can opener Battery operated radio or TV First-aid kit Drinking water Non-perishable food Extra prescription medicine Extra warm clothing Blankets Tool Kit Web Sites to Check Out Here are a few web sites listed in the Virginia PTA/PTSA, May/Jun 2000 Bulletin, that may provide interest to those who like to surf the net: Mysteries of Deep Space www.pbs.org/deepspace Internet Space Station Ispec.scibernet.com/station/main.html Sign Language Dictionary dww.deafworldweb.org/sl/index.html Book Hive www.bookhive.org US National Parks www.nps.gov Public Broadcasting System www.pbs.org American Zoo and Aquarium www.aza.org |
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