I hope you have been enjoying this winter break with your family and made many memories. 2019 is going to be another amazing year at the Creek!
As I started looking at my to do list today, I realized how much we have going on this month! Wow! It is going to be busy.
Here is a quick update about what you can look forward to in the next couple of weeks.
Have a safe and joyous New Year's.
Marie
School Resumes on Thursday
A quick reminder that there is no school on Jan 2. School resumes on Thursday, Jan 3.
Friday:
School Spirit Day!
Show your school pride by wearing your Swift Creek colors!!! Whose class will have the most spirit for this month?
Girls on the Run Registration Opens at 10:00am
Girls on the Run is a program open to 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade girls at the Creek. The program is after school from Feb 4 to April 22.
For more information about the program, see the flyer or contact Ms. Miller [email protected] if you have questions.
Registration Period for Magnet or Year Round School Opens
The WCPSS registration period for applying to a magnet school opens on Friday, Jan 4. The enrollment period is through Jan 30. For more information, see the Wake County Web site.
Need Help with the Father / Daughter Dance
The Father / Daughter Dance will be Friday, Feb 22. Look for RSVPs in the next Tuesday folder.
Can you help make this night a success? We are looking for volunteers, decorations (if you like to be crafty), and food.
Sign up today at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0F4DA8AF2CA6FE3-father
First Meeting for International Night
Are you interested in planning International Night, which is scheduled for Thursday, March 21.
Our first planning meeting is Friday, Jan 11 at 8:00am in the conference room. If you plan to attend or you cannot attend but still want to help, please RSVP to this email.
Science Fair Registration Forms Are Due Tues, Jan 8
I hope all 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders have been busy working on Science Fair projects! The deadline for registration forms is Tuesday, Jan 8. The actual fair is Thursday, Jan 10.
For the registration form and project ideas, see the PTA website: http://swiftcreekeswcpssnetptahtml.weebly.com/science-fair.html
Advocacy Update: A Showing of Resilience: The Biology of Stress and the Science of Hope, Thursday, Jan 31 6-7pm
As the new documentary Resilience reveals, toxic stress can trigger hormones that wreak havoc on the brains and bodies of children, putting them at greater risk of disease, homelessness, prison time, and early death. While the broader impacts of poverty worsen the risk, all children can be negatively impacted.
Resilience, however, also chronicles the dawn of a movement that is determined to fight back. Trailblazers in pediatrics, education, and social welfare are using cutting edge science and field- tested therapies to protect children from the effects
of toxic stress - and the legacy of a childhood no one would choose .
I have heard from many, many people how powerful this documentary is and that everyone should watch it. We have a rare opportunity to show this at our school. Everyone in our community (not just current Swift Creek families) are welcome to view this film. The film runs for 45 minutes and then there will be a brief discussion led by Public Schools First.
This film is for adult viewing only. Childcare WILL be provided! If you plan to attend, please RSVP to this email and let me know how many children will need care that night.
Mark Your Calendars:
- Monday, Jan 7 -- Kindergarten registration opens for next school year! Tell your neighbors and friends how great the Creek is!
- Tuesday, Jan 8 6:30pm -- PTA meeting in the media center.
- Thursday, Jan 10 -- Science Fair
- Monday, Jan 21 -- No School. Martin Luther King Jr holiday.
- Wednesday, Jan 23 -- Swift Creek Night at City BBQ in Cary. More details to come.
- Thursday, Jan 31 6-7pm: A showing of Resilience: The Biology of Stress and the Science of Hope