WE HAD A GREAT DAY!

I'm sure that many of you were nervous about today and how your child would do.  I am happy to report that all did well and the day continued as normal.  Many walked in and were whispering to friends about what they had heard/seen over the weekend, however after a brief statement from me saying that we had to think positively - students continued with their work and put the events, that I'm sure repeat over and over in our minds, behind them.

The following was sent by Monroe's First Selectman, Stephen Vavrek:

The BoE of Newtown and their First Selectman is requesting that any and all volunteer efforts wait until they know what will or will not be brought from the Sandy Hook School....We need to respect their wishes.


If you have any ideas please feel free to send them to me at svavrek@monroect.org. Please do not organize any efforts as again we must abide by the needs and desires of the Residence of Newtown.

PLEASE DO NOT go to the school and ask to help as there is a very well orchestrated professional effort between federal, state and local custodians making true miracles happen..

Donation Areas People across the world are in disbelief after the mass shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown on Friday and many are wondering what they can do to help. The United Way has set up the Sandy Hook School Support Fund.   “United Way extends our most sincere condolences and prayers to all those families affected by the devastating events in Newtown/Sandy Hook, Connecticut. While the eyes of the world may be on Newtown/Sandy Hook, to several staff, volunteers and contributors, Newtown is home. We will stand with the community and everyone affected directly and indirectly by this tragic event as we face the days and weeks ahead,” the United Way of Western Connecticut’s Web site says.   Check donations may be mailed to: Sandy Hook School Support Fund c/o Newtown Savings Bank 39 Main Street, Newtown CT 06470   Donations can now be directly made to the Sandy Hook School Support Fund. Please visit: https://newtown.uwwesternct.org/   Donations to Newtown Youth and Family Services/Caroline's Gift will continue to be accepted, however we are encouraging families/businesses to donate to the United Way site above.   Donations can be sent directly to Newtown Youth and Family Services via Caroline's Gift, 15 Berkshire Road, Sandy Hook CT 06482. The agencies Tax ID number is 06-1082115.   Further of donations of good and services should be made to the CT info line at 211 or 1-800-203-1234, who is coordinating with the American Red Cross.

From the FH PTO

The December PTO meeting will be held Thursday, December 13th at 9:15am. This morning meeting will be held in the staff lounge. The pre-meeting speakers will be Gina Esparo (Sodexho) and a nutritionist. This PTO meeting will end promptly at 11:00, allowing teachers to use the staff lounge for lunch.

Rescheduled November 27 Conferences.....

Conferences originally scheduled for Tuesday, November 27 are now rescheduled for Tuesday, December 4 for the same given times.  Please mark your calendar or let me know of any conflict ASAP.

Thank you!

Important!

A few Turkey Trot reminders: 

Children should wear clothing that will allow them to participate safely in the Turkey Trot.  Sneakers and appropriate outdoor clothing are necessary.  Parents, please park in lined parking spaces only.  If you can’t find a space at Fawn Hollow, then please park in the lot at Chalk Hill.  All volunteers should meet Mr. Troesser in the APR at 9:15.  He will distribute maps and assignments at that time.  All Turkey Trot spectators and “trotters” should assemble on the front lawn at 9:30.  Non-perishable items for the Holiday Food Drive may be placed in the collection boxes near the front entrance.

Premier Portraits will be at Fawn Hollow on Friday, November 30, for picture re-takes.   If your child has already had their picture taken and you would like them taken again, please send the entire portrait package back to school on November 30.

Report cards will be sent home with students on Wednesday, November 21st.  Wednesday is also an early dismissal day for all Monroe Public Schools.  Fawn Hollow students will be dismissed at 1:35.

Just One Thing!

Every year Fawn Hollow School sponsors a Food Drive for the Monroe Food Pantry.  A few years ago, one of my students said that if each student at FH brought in "just one thing" we would have over 500 items for the food pantry!  Amazing, right?  Out of the mouths of babes!!

At this time, the Monroe Food Pantry is in need of:

Cake mix, mayonnaise, solid white tuna, dry soup, canned soup, pickles, olives, pancake mix, peas, corn, sauerkraut, salad dressing, cookies, crackers, snacks, Pasta Roni/Rice a Roni, pasta, laundry detergent, toiletry items, juice, mashed potatoes, stuffing and canned fruit.

Please help those in need by trying to find Just One Thing from home to donate to the food pantry.  Every little bit will help!

Mark Your Calendars!

Changes to the school calendar can be found on the MPS website. November 21st is now a ½ day for students and staff; February 19 and April 1 are full days for students and staff.

Please make note!

Important Dates

• November 6 - No School - Remember to VOTE!
• November 9 - Science Vocabulary Test
• November 12 - No School - Veterans Day
• November 13 - Science Open Ended Test
• November 16 - Annual Turkey Trot @ 9:30am
• November 21-25 - No School - Thanksgiving Recess
• November 27 - Early Dismissal - Evening Conferences
• November 28 - Early Dismissal - Afternoon Conferences
• November 29 - Early Dismissal - Evening Conferences
• December 1 - Annual Holiday Breakfast 2012

FYI - October Scholastic Book Orders have been processed and shipped according to the Scholastic website.  I know that there have been delays in shipping due to Storm Sandy.  As soon as I get the order, students will take their purchases home.  Thanks for understanding!!