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Hello PACT Parents/Guardians, 02/21/2012
“A good teacher is like a candle - it consumes itself to light the way for others. “
Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, translated from Turkish
ANNOUNCEMENTS
WELCOME BACK
The Collector's / Hobby Fair display set up starts at 2:30 pm Thursday, February 23. Your student will need to check in to get their assigned location! The event starts at 3:00 pm and ends at 5:00 pm. See Nedene Spencer (nspencer@natomascharter.org) if you have any questions.
* THE ALL PACT FAMILY PHOTO WILL BE TAKEN IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE COLLECTOR’S/HOBBY FAIR. PLEASE BRING YOUR FAMILY FOR THIS PACT TRADITION.
Need parent hours?
The committee of the February 23 Collector’s / Hobby Fair is looking for adults to help with the setting up and taking down of tables and chairs as well as other assistance needed for this event. Sign up for one or more time slots at the front desk! See Nedene Spencer (nspencer@natomascharter.org) if you have any questions.
The committee of the February 23 Collector’s / Hobby Fair is looking for adults to help with the setting up and taking down of tables and chairs as well as other assistance needed for this event. Sign up for one or more time slots at the front desk! See Nedene Spencer (nspencer@natomascharter.org) if you have any questions.
ATTENTION:
Donations are needed for an 8th grade graduation fund raiser! There will be a table at the Collector's / Hobby Fair dedicated to selling new or gently used donated toys. All proceeds will go towards helping to make our graduating eighth graders event a special one. Please give all donations to the front desk.
TOYS FOR SELL!
There will be a toy table with toys for sale at the Collector's / Hobby Fair on September 23. This table will be solely dedicated to the eighth grade fundraiser. Bring some cash just in case you see that special toy that grabs at your heart and cry’s out to you, "Please take me home."
A Note From the Coordinator
I am pleased to announce that Mr. Broughton, the NCS Student Affairs Director, will be spending some time on our campus on Tuesdays and Thursdays to provide support for families while I am at ILP. He is also trying to get to know PACT in preparation for our WASC accreditation process next year. Please welcome him to PACT when you see him on campus.
6th, 7th, & 8th Grade Parents, Great News...the technology director of NCS has created safe google accounts for your children to use for educational purposes. These emails are secure within the NCS campus and will be given to the students only after they have gone through an orientation and a lesson on digital citizenship to be given in the computer lab by Mrs. Chapman. These accounts will not only allow your students communication within our school but will begin to teach your students how to communicate effectively and properly using email. They will also have access to a web-based presentation program called Slide Rocket, Google Docs, Google Calendars, BrainPop and more through their email account.
Orientations will be given in the computer lab throughout the next few weeks. Please see the signup lists at the front desk. Students will not be given their email account unless they have attended one of the orientations.
Star Academy, Leading Edge, Virtual Learning Academy, and PFAA 2012-2013
Applications for Natomas Charter School's PFAA (Performing and Fine Arts Academy for grades 6 - 12), Star Academy (grades pre-K-2nd), VLA (Virtual Learning Academy for grades 9-12), and LE (Leading Edge for grades 6 - 8) are due February 29. NO EXCEPTIONS. If you are interested in having your 5th - 8th grade student apply for either of these programs, you will need to go to their website (seehttp://www.natomascharter.org//) and download an application (should be some "hard copies" also available in the NCS main campus office). ALL applications and all of the required parts must be turned in to the Natomas Charter School office no later than February 29, 2012 at 4:00 p.m. See their website for more information and contact their office if you have any questions. If you are interested, please let your advisors know as soon as possible so that she can get started on her paper work portion of your student's application.
Introductory Tap Class
Eric Krimetz a former PACT student currently a senior at PFAA is offering an introductory Tap Dance class! It is understood that some of the students could not get into the Tap Class this year, so this would be a great opportunity for your students to learn about the great fun of Tap Dance. Classes will be held Tuesdays at 330-4:15 in the PACT dance room for 6 weeks starting February 21st. Lessons are geared for PACT students from the ages of 8-12. Students can wear their regular shoes to class. If your student already has tap shoes, feel free to bring those. Interested students can sign up and there is limited space so sign up early.
Attention!!! The Yearbook Staff needs your HELP!!!
If you have any photos from any current year field trips please submit them to Mrs. Chapman by Thursday, February 16th.
Thank you,
Yearbook Staff
Bake Sale Volunteers Needed
Listed below are things needed for the upcoming Bake Sale. If there is anyone interested in helping spearhead next year’s Bake Sale please contact Nancy Jones at najonez@yahoo.com along with helping alongside her this year. The bake sale will be held at PACT in the Grand Hall on April 30th.
- Need volunteers (sign up for one-hour segments)
- Baked goods (15 items = 1 parent hour)
- Cash Donations
Westminster Woods - Sign up now!
Dates: March 20-23
Cost: $275 per student (includes lodging, meals, environmental education program, Team-building activities, & challenge course). At this time there are no openings for additional chaperones.
Now is the time to sign up if you haven't already done so, as it is time to plan for cabin assignments, teaching groups, chaperone duties, and much more. Please see Dani if you would like to have your student experience this unforgettable opportunity. There will be one more opportunity to raise funds through the See's Candies Valentine's Day fundraiser, now until Feb. 3. At this time there is a fee of $100 down payment when you sign up. Visit www.westminsterwoods.org to see what this place has to offer. There is also more information posted under "Field Trips" on this website.
See Dani for fundraiser information and to sign up. Call 419-3788x103 for more information.
ZUMBA® Fitness Fundraiser….SIGN UP NOW AT THE FRONT DESK!!!!!!
Join ZUMBA® Instructors Alexandra, Marcela, & Ernest in the fitness party that will help you burn calories while you dance to Latin and other international rhythms!
NO DANCE EXPERIENCE NECESSARY! BRING FAMILY AND FRIENDS!
Men and Women are welcome!
100% of Funds collected will help the drama class purchase a stage and raise money for future productions!
When: Saturday, March 3rd
Where: P.A.C.T. 1 & 2
Time: 1st session: 9:00 to 10:00 am
2nd session: 10:15 to 11:15 am
Donation: $5/Adult1 (18 & up) $1/Teen2 (13-17)
Children ages 12 and under FREE
Free Financial Workshops on Campus January and February 2012
Identity Theft and Social Networking - Don't Be a Victim
Tuesday, February 28, 2012, 6:30 pm**, NCS Multipurpose
**please note time change
According to the Federal Bureau of Investigation, identity theft is the fastest-growing white collar crime in America. Recent statistics show one in seven Americans were victims in 2009. With these crimes on the rise, it's important to take steps to protect your identity. Come and learn ways to prevent this crime from happening to you.
Library News:
Reminder: Read to Succeed Logs are due Tuesday, February 21st.
Library Read Aloud: Parents or students- please sign up at the front desk to participate in the Library Read Aloud. The sign-up sheet it as at the front desk to sign up. The Read Aloud is scheduled every Thursday at 2:00. If you would like to participate in a Read Aloud, but are not able to come in at the time, speak with Brittany at the front desk about coordinating a time that is convenient for you. This has been a fun way for our students to enjoy literature. Come join in the fun to encourage our students to have a love for reading!
UPCOMING EVENTS
Parent Seminar
When: Wed, February 22, 12:00pm – 1:30pm
Description: The Four Deadly Errors of Writing
Collector Hobby Fair
When: Thu, February 23, 3pm – 5pm
Where: PACT
ALL School Picture
When: Thu, February 23, 5:00pm – 5:30pm
PARENT HOUR OPPORTUNITIES
If you are in need of parent hours, these are some jobs that the front office continuously needs help with. Please sign your name under the job you are willing to volunteer for. Please include the day and time of the week. Thank you! Click to open: Library/ Office Parent Hour Sign-up Sheet
v Collector/Hobby Fair Volunteer’s
v Library Help needed (shelving books, making copies, etc.)
(Items needed/wish list)
v Clothes Pins
v Large Paper Cutter
v Carbon Paper
v Scotch Brand – Banner & Sign Paper (37.5 square feet) 1 roll/white
v Lysol Wipes
v Binder Clips (small, medium, large)
v Electric Pencil Sharpeners
v Electric Hole Punch
Please feel free to contact us for any questions or concerns.
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