October 4, 2011
Sixth Week of School

PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE

Greetings St. Francis Families,

We had a great week last week.  This week – can we just get a break with all this rain?! Our poor 5th & 6th graders are at Nature’s Classroom.  Luckily there are plenty of indoor activities for them to do.  Good news is that the weather should be improving through tomorrow through the end of the week.  On Thursday, Father Ray and I will make the trek up to Maine to pay a visit to our water-logged students (and teachers & chaperones).

Speaking of rain, this morning I thought it only made sense to allow parents to drive up and drop-off their children under the canopy at the front door.  In the future, if it is pouring down rain, or whatever else comes from the sky (sleet, hail, snow, fire & brimstone) and you notice the cones are not blocking the driveway, feel free to pull up to the door to drop off.  I don’t intend to stand outside from 7:30 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. every morning we encounter bad weather.  Likewise, if a mistake has been made and the cones are not blocking the drive, but you see children on the playground or it’s apparent the weather is not bad enough to warrant indoor morning recess – please drop your child off at the sidewalk as you normally would.

Today you should receive your child(ren)’s progress report(s). Keep in mind this is a general snapshot as to where your child stands today.  If you have any questions or concerns, please contact your child(ren)’s teacher directly.  

Please consider purchasing a ticket to our Reverse Raffle being held at the end of the month.  Aside from it being a fundraiser for our school, it will also be a great opportunity to enjoy live entertainment, good food and great company.

HAVE A GREAT WEEK!

DATES TO REMEMBER

For a comprehensive list of events, please visit our school event calendar.

• 10/5 – Reverse Raffle Committee meeting – Please join us!
• 10/10 – Columbus Day – NO SCHOOL!
• 10/15 – Mac’s Apples Bake Sale
• 10/28 – REVERSE RAFFLE FUNDRAISER! Reverse Raffle Flyer (0) – Support our school!

NOTES

• Progress reports went home today in the white envelopes.
• Thank you to all who contributed to the Manchester Animal Shelter Drive.  The shelter will be thrilled to receive all that we have collected in honor of St. Francis, our Patron.
• Popcorn sales begin next Tuesday – Students may purchase a bag of popcorn for $.25.  If you volunteered to help with popcorn, please check the white envelope for the volunteer schedule.

WE NEED YOUR HELP!

Our first major fundraiser of the year is fast approaching and we need your help to make it successful.  We are in need of dedicated individuals to form a committee to meet with Nate this week or next at the latest.  Please contact him directly at 603-401-0842 or stano1520@gmail.  If you told him at Parent’s Night that you would be able to help, please contact him immediately.

JOIN US FOR AN ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING ON WEDNESDAY, 10/5 AT 6 P.M.

Additionally, please spread the word! Pass on the flyer to friends and family.  Reverse Raffle Flyer (0) We hope to have a great night of fellowship and entertainment.

HUNGRY?

Fr. Ray found this coupon and wanted to share it with you:

Weathervane Restaurant – One Free Kids Meal with purchase of one adult meal.  Enjoy! Expires 10/13