ENGLEWOOD  SCHOOL

NEWSLETTER

April 2, 2008   Day 6  

          

Reminder to Parents and Students:  There is no supervision in the building before 8:25 a.m., therefore we ask that you do not drop off students until 8:25 a.m.  If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Mr. Reardon.  

Grade 5 Café:   A sincere thank you to all parents and other volunteers who contributed items to the Grade 5 Café, which was held on Wednesday, March l2.  Between donation son the day of the café and a bake sale the following day, students were able to raise over $50 to help out the Charlottetown Food Bank. 

On Monday, March 31, Mike MacDonald, Manager of the Charlottetown Food Bank visited the class to accept a cheque and to speak to the group about the Food Bank’s role in the community. 

PEI Health Sector Council: Englewood Home & School is hosting a presentation by the PEI Health Sector Council on Thursday, April 3rd at 7 p.m. at Englewood.  This presentation is meant to expose high school students, parents and teachers to the multitude of health care career opportunities for future high school graduates.  It will also help with the selection of courses through high school and post secondary education to achieve a chosen goal.  This presentation will also be of interest to parents and teacher of grade 9 students, as they assist their child/student choose grade 10 courses if they may have an interest in the health care field. 
 
 Band News: 

Band Practices: There will be a practice for all students in grades six to nine band tomorrow (Thursday) morning at 7:45.  All students are asked to attend and be early instead of late.

Newsletter:  A newsletter titled "Atlantic Band Festival" was given to students today.  This letter contains very important information for both parents and students...be sure to ask your child for this newsletter.

Variety Concert on the llth:  The scheduled variety concert for the 11th has been cancelled.  There was a band parent meeting last night and it was decided that, after looking at our finances, we will be able to "survive" without the monies raised by the concert on the llth.

THERE ARE FUND-RAISING TICKETS IN CIRCULATION...THE DRAW IS SCHEDULED FOR THE 11TH AND WAS TO HAPPEN AT THE CONCERT... WE ARE STILL PLANNING THE DRAW FOR THE 11TH AND IT WILL TAKE PLACE HERE AT THE SCHOOL.  IF ANY GRADE FOUR TO NINE PARENTS/STUDENTS DID NOT RECEIVE ANY TICKETS TO SELL AND YOU THINK YOU MAY BE ABLE TO "GET RID OF SOME"...CONTACT THE SCHOOL AND WE WILL SEND SOME HOME.  WE ARE ASKING THAT THE TICKETS AND MONEY BE RETURNED TO THE SCHOOL BY WEDNESDAY, APRIL 9th ... THANK YOU, IN ADVANCE FOR YOUR ANTICIPATED SUPPORT. 

Silent Auction:  We will be having a Silent Auction during our Spring Concert here at the school.  All parents from grades four to nine are asked to secure items for the Silent Auction. 

Gerry Rutten:  As a result of Mrs. Vokey’s medical absence we have called upon the expertise of a fantastic local resource who has been a member of Englewood School in the past.  Mr. Rutten is an accomplished musician and teacher who has accepted our pleas and will be working with our students for, at least, the next two weeks and maybe more depending on Mrs. Vokey’s recovery. 

The Canadian Red Cross Babysitting Course: We have ten students registered for the Canadian Red Cross Babysitting Course.  It will be held here at Englewood on Wednesday, April 23rd and 30th from 2:45-6:30.  The cost is $25 and must be paid to the office by Monday, April 21st.  Cheques to be made out to Atlantic Fitness East.  Anyone who has not registered but would still like to attend, can call the office before Friday. 

Thank you: A thank you to Sandpiper Studios for a successful year with school photos.  A rebate was issued to the school as well as a donation of 2 photo packages. 
 

COMMUNITY NEWS 

Toonie Sale: Children’s Pre-snuggled, name brand clothing for only $2 each!  From infant sizes up to big kids size l2.  Date:  Saturday, April l9

Time: ll:00 - 4:00

Place: West Royalty Community Center

Enjoy a day of GREAT bargains while treating yourself to yummy treats at our "Lemon AID for Hope" stand!  Kids can enjoy face painting, coloring, a movie and a play area while you ship!  Proceeds from this sale will go to the Liuzhou Orphanage in Guangxi, China.  Sponsored by Snugglebugs.   

South Shore Minor Hockey (Crapaud Association) will be holding their annual meeting on Tuesday, May 6th, 7:30 p.m. in the Community Room at the Actiplex.  The agenda will include such items as changes to our Constitution and registration rate changes for 2008/2009.  We encourage all parents to attend this meeting as it will affect everyone and we need your input.  Mark this important date on your calender. 

Eliot River Ramblers Soccer Registration will  be held on the following dates at the Ferry Rd. Center, Cornwall.   

U4 & U6 will be the only coed divisions this year.

The family rate for three or more is $275 plus $25 for each playing U12 - U14 - U16 - U18

All registrations after April 14 are considered late and will be done at the Town of Cornwall Office.  They will be subject to a $20 late fee and dependent upon space availability in each age group.  THe club also needs volunteers in the following areas:  President, Rep Team Coordinator, Fundraising, U8 girls coordinator, U8 boys coordinator, Executive members, Seagull tournament Committee, coaches, etc.   www.ramblerssoccer.com 

Central Queens Clippers Soccer Club will be holding soccer registration for the 2008 season on the following dates:

Wednesday, April 2nd at Ecole St-Sugustin, North Rustico from 7 to 9 p.m.

Saturday, April 5th at Hunter River Lions Club from l0 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Wednesday, April l6th at Central Queens Elementary (gym doors) from 6 to 8 p.m.

Patricia Dykerman, President

Central Queens Clippers Soccer Club