I hope you are enjoying your weekend. It certainly is warmer than last weekend. :-)
Here are a few news items for this week:
Dillard Drive Middle School Open House Jan 25 6:30-8:00pm
The rescheduled Open House is now Jan 25 from 6:30-8:00pm. Tours of Dillard are also available on Jan 25 at 10am and Feb 3 at 1:15pm.
Next Box Top Collection is Jan 31
If you have Box Tops or Coke bottle tops, be sure to turn them in to your child's teacher by Jan 31. The Box Top fairy will be making her rounds on that day.
Proctors Needed for ACCESS TestingMrs. Burkhalter needs proctors for ACCESS testing. There is a short training session on Jan 26. However, if you cannot attend, contact her to make other arrangements. A variety of days and times are available, and the time slots are about 1 to 1 and 1/2 hours.
Please sign up today!
http://tinyurl.com/sces-testing
New Item -- Swift Creek Night at Jumpstreet on Feb 23
Similar to our McTeacher's or Chick-Fil-A night, Jumpstreet Trampoline Park will have a Swift Creek night on Feb 23. For each participant between 5-7, Jumpstreet will donate $2 to the school. More details will be sent home soon, but I wanted to give you a heads up.
Thanks for Your Support of the Science Fair
Last week's Science Fair was a big success. We had a record number of participants. The awards ceremony was delightful. It was great to see the kids so excited and proud about their projects. Be sure to see the Jan 24 newsletter for the list of winners.
Magnet Middle School Theme Showcase, Tuesday, Jan 17
Looking into schools for your soon to be middle schooler? On Tuesday, all the magnet middle schools will have an Open House. Check school websites for open house tour times. For more information, see http://www.wcpss.net/Page/113
Magnet Elementary School Theme Showcase, Wednesday Jan 18
Looking into schools for your elementary (or soon to be) child? Check school websites for open house tour times.
Magnet Application Period for Wake County Schools
If you are interested in applying for a magnet school, the application period runs from Jan 12 - 31. For more information, see www.wcpss.net/parents/student-assignment.
I hope you have a great week! As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please let me know. I am happy to help.
Thanks,
Marie Dexter
PTA President