W.F. Morrison Newsletter

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Tuesday, January 21, 2014

·         Friday the 24^th is a school day

    The magnetic calendar that was sent home at the beginning of the year is incorrect.  There will be school on Friday, January 24. 

·         After School Program

    Students must sign up to attend the After School Program first thing in the morning.  Please discuss your student’s plans for the day before school. 

·         Ski Trip – Friday Jan. 24

 4^th, 5^th and 6th grade

Permission slips and payment for the Friday January 24^th trip must be turned in to the office by Wednesday, January 22.  Students will leave the school at 1:30 pm and return at approximately 10:00 PM. The next ski trip will be February 7^th and the ASP will be taking 4^th thru 6^th grade on February 21^st. The cost is $23.  $8 for the lift ticket and $15 for rental with the lift ticket. 

·         Awards Assembly

The second quarter awards assembly will be Friday, February 7 at 1:00 PM

·         Word of the Week:  GRATITUDE

A feeling of thankfulness and appreciation.

What are you thankful for?

·         Friday Schedule Change

     Students will be released at 2:00 PM on Fridays for the rest of the school year. 

·         Missoula Children’s Theatre

Auditions for the Missoula Children's Theatre production of The Secret Garden will be held Monday, January 27th at 3:30 pm at the auditorium.  The performances will be Saturday, February 1st.  Audition information is on the back of this newsletter.

·         Pennies for Patients

Our annual collection of change to support the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society will begin Monday, January 27. Boxes will be gathered and counted on February 13. A class party will be awarded to the class that collects the largest donation for this cause. 

·         Basketball

·         5^th and 6^th grade boys and girls basketball with Mr. Hawk and Ms. Coy will starts Monday Jan. 27 and runs through March 1.  Practice time will be 3:45 to 5:00 PM in the Morrison Gym.  A sports physical is required to be able to practice.  Practice and game schedules will be handed out at the first practice.

Four Day Weekend

No school February 14 thru 17. 

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Tuesday, January 07, 2014

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·        Welcome Back!  Hope everyone enjoyed the Winter Break!!

·        Please Note: Parents are welcome to walk students to their classrooms in the morning; 8:05-8:10.  Parents are asked to leave students at the office if they arrive at 8:10 or later, this lessens disruptions as class gets started for the day.  Thanks for your help and consideration with this.

·        4H Meeting:  Thursday, January 9 @ 5:30 pm in the Methodist Church.

·        NO SCHOOL:  Friday, January 17^TH (The January PIR day is incorrect on the magnetic calendar that was sent home at the beginning of the year)

·        Ski Trips:  Ski season is upon us and the annual ski trips have been scheduled.  January 24^th and February 7^th 4-6 grade students will have a chance to go to Schweitzer Mountain.  The ASP will be taking students on February 21^st.  The cost is $23.  $8 for the lift ticket and $15 for rental with the lift ticket.  Please stay tuned for more details….

·        “Own the Night” Ski Vouchers: On sale (for everyone) in the office.  Purchase $8 vouchers for Friday and Saturday night skiing (3-7pm PST) at Schweitzer Mountain; January 3- March 1.  Two Sundays are also available this year; January 19 and February 16.

Morrison Newsletter 12-17-2013

· Junior High and High School Holiday Concert: Thursday, December 19, from 7 pm to 8 pm

· Santa visits the Kindergarten!: Thursday, December 19 @ 1:15 pm

· NO SCHOOL: Holiday Break, December 23 through January 3.  Merry Christmas and Happy 2014!

· Back to School:  Monday, January 6

· 4H Meeting: Thursday, January 9, @ 5:30 pm in the Methodist Church

· Lost & Found:  Please stop by and check the lost & found box in our foyer.  During the Holiday Break we will be emptying it out and donating everything to the Methodist Church.

· Reminder: Send backpacks and warm clothing with your student every day.  Please dress your child warmly with coats, hats, gloves, etc.

· Open Activity Center @ Baptist Church, started Monday, December 2, after school until 6:00 pm, with supervised activities.

· According to Pizza Hut Corporate Policy, we will no longer be able to host Pizza Hut Book-It parties at school.  Students can still earn FREE pizza rewards for reading and redeem the coupons at Pizza Hut restaurants.

· "Own the Night" Ski Vouchers for sale in the office.  Purchase $8 vouchers for Friday and Saturday night skiing (3-7 pm PST) at Schweitzer Mountain starting December 26—31 and January 3—March 1.  Two Sundays are also available this year: January 19 and February 16.  A great stocking stuffer idea!

· Our interventionist, Ms. Jennifer Higgins, has set up a mentoring program between high school and elementary students. Next, she will broaden this program to involve mentors from the community. As part of our fledgling character education program, several community members were involved in reading to students during Anti-Bullying Week. Community members will continue to be invited to read to students as we implement our character education program. During the month of December, we are targeting the character trait: Kindness. Ms. Higgins has also been working with students and families needing assistance in improving attendance.

WF Morrison News, 12.9.13

· “A Hollywood Christmas” Winter Concert in the Activity Center, is tomorrow night—Tuesday, December 10 @ 6:00 pm.  Your child is welcome to dress like a Hollywood movie star since our students are in the spotlight at the concert.  Students must be there by 5:50 pm.  We are collecting canned food donations during the concert.

· Reminder: Send backpacks and warm clothing with your student every day.  Extremely cold temperatures are predicted this week, please dress your child warmly with coats, hats, gloves, etc.

· Open Activity Center @ Baptist Church, started Monday, December 2, after school until 6:00 pm, with supervised activities.

· According to Pizza Hut Corporate Policy, we will no longer be able to host Pizza Hut Book-It parties at school.  Students can still earn FREE pizza rewards for reading and redeem the coupons at Pizza Hut restaurants.

· NO SCHOOL:  Friday, December 13

· "Own the Night" Ski Vouchers for sale in the office.  Purchase $8 vouchers for Friday and Saturday night skiing (3-7 pm PST) at Schweitzer Mountain starting December 26—31 and January 3—March 1.  Two Sundays are also available this year: January 19 and February 16.  A great stocking stuffer idea!

· Our interventionist, Ms. Jennifer Higgins, has set up a mentoring program between high school and elementary students. Next, she will broaden this program to involve mentors from the community. As part of our fledgling character education program, several community members were involved in reading to students during Anti-Bullying Week. Community members will continue to be invited to read to students as we implement our character education program. During the month of December, we are targeting the character trait: integrity. Ms. Higgins has also been working with students and families needing assistance in improving attendance.

W F Morrison News, 12.2.13

· Reminder: Send backpacks and warm clothing with your student every day.  Extremely cold temperatures are predicted this week, please dress your child warmly with coats, hats, gloves, etc.

· Trojan Lanes Youth Bowling Leagues Begin Today, Come Join the Fun! Call Bobbie or Brady at 295-5024 for more info.

· Open Activity Center @ Baptist Church, starting Monday, December 2, after school until 6:00 pm

· After School Program Activity Schedule: (please see the back of this newsletter)

· Pizza Hut Book-It Forms are due this week, turn them in so your student can have pizza next week!

· 4H Meeting: Thursday, December 5, @ 5:30 pm, Methodist Church

· Going to the Sun Voices Concert Assembly: Friday, December 6, @ 1:15 pm

· 4H Christmas Craft Bazaar: Saturday, December 7 @ Morrison Elementary

· “A Hollywood Christmas” Winter Concert in the Activity Center, Tuesday, December 10 @ 6:00 pm.  Your child is welcome to dress like a Hollywood movie star since our students are in the spotlight at the concert.  Students must be there by 5:50 pm.  We are collecting canned food donations during the concert.

· NO SCHOOL:  Friday, December 13

· "Own the Night" Ski Vouchers for sale in the office.  Purchase $8 vouchers for Friday and Saturday night skiing (3-7 pm PST) at Schweitzer Mountain starting December 26—31 and January 3—March 1.  Two Sundays are also available this year: January 19 and February 16.  A great stocking stuffer idea!

· We are using our brand new Automated Dialer to remind you of upcoming events and notify you of any emergencies.  If you see a call from the school on your voice mail or caller ID, please check your messages, as the Automated Dialer will leave one for you.

· Kootenai Kiwanis KOATS-4-KIDS, Asa Wood School, Mon/Wed/Fri from 1 to 4 pm, contact Pam @ 334 1156 or Kate @ 293-5363

· Helping Hands Christmas Program:  For families in need of assistance with Christmas gifts for their children, contact Fran Stanton @ 295-4542, please call between 10:00 am & 8:00 pm.