Parent Newsletter
October 25, 2018
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From the Desk of Dr. G
Booktalk DJs
If you've had a chance to walk the hallways in our school recently, chances are good that you may have seen students displaying the books they're reading outside their classrooms. That's because we're creating a culture of literacy where talking about the books we love is as natural as telling a friend about a good movie you've recently seen. Another way we're celebrating reading is through our new Booktalk DJ podcast series. Check out the inaugural episode.
Veteran's Day
Our annual Veteran's Program will be on Wednesday, November 7. The assembly will begin at 9:00 a.m. Our PTA will be serving coffee to Veterans and their families starting at 8:30 a.m. If you or a family member are a Veteran or currently serving in the military please join us so we can express our respect and appreciation in person.
Student Art Exhibit
Be sure to check out the framed art in our entryway the next time you visit school. This month we're featuring the work of Zaira, a 4th grade artist from Mr. McAuliff's class, who creates anime by applying that style to recognizable characters. Zaira's exhibit includes several drawings from her sketchbook, an artist's statement, and some full color prints. Thanks to the Greenwood Art Department for shining the light on student creativity and special thanks to Mrs. Joselyn for curating this impressive collection for us to enjoy!
Treats for Troops
Our 5th grade Kids In Community Kare & Service (KICKS) crew is leading a school-wide service project to support our troops. Check out their short podcast to see how you can help.
Thanks for your support,
Brad Gustafson, Principal
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Did You Know?
Treats for Troops
The 5th grade KICKS team will collect candy for Treats for Troops before school on November 1-2 and November 5 in the front hallway. Please have your student(s) bring any donations in a bag. The candy will be weighed, packaged and shipped to our troops around the world.
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Attendance
If your child is going to be absent or tardy, please call the Greenwood Health/Attendance Office before 8:00 a.m. at 763-745-5515. If we do not hear from you, the absence will be unexcused.
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Reminders
Students not at school on picture day or that wish to retake their picture can do so on Tuesday, October 30. To have a picture retaken, students and staff are asked to return their original package to the photographer. This helps ensure that the correct package is printed for retakes. Picture packets are coming home this week. Please check your child's backpack.
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Students are invited to participate in Greenwood's Cardboard Challenge on Saturday, November 3 from 9:00-11:00 a.m. Contestants will design and build an arcade or carnival-type game from cardboard, recycled materials, and their imaginations. Students should complete the registration form and return it to the office by November 1. Contact Erin Bloom at Erin.Bloom@wayzataschools.org with questions.
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Students can win a pack of bingo cards for Turkey Bingo on November 16. Place 25 clipped Box Tops for Education labels in a baggie with your child's name and teacher. Drop your baggie(s) in the rolling file in the school entry. One winner will be chosen each week through October 26.
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Former Greenwood students May and Neev Zeroni are offering free tutoring to kindergarten through 5th grade students. May and Neev are initiating this youth project to give back to the community. Tutoring will be held Sundays from 1:00-2:00 p.m. at the Plymouth Library. This program is organized and led by volunteers and is not a Wayzata Public Schools activity.
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PTA News
Square 1 Art
The PTA is partnering with Square 1 Art to celebrate our student's artistic accomplishments and enrich the art experience at Greenwood and Wayzata's new elementary school to open next fall. In November, your child will bring home a catalog featuring their artwork. You will be able to purchase gifts or order items from the catalog as keepsakes. All students will receive a sheet of stickers imprinted with their artwork for free. Watch for more details about the campaign and order deadlines.
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Parenting Workshop
Join Cathy Thomas, school social worker, to learn and practice skills for helping children manage emotions on Monday, October 29 at 6:30 p.m. in the media center. This interactive presentation uses hands-on strategies to help children identify and cope with feelings like anxiety, depression and anger. All parents and guardians are welcome. Come at 6:15 p.m. for a PTA meeting recap.
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Spirit Wear
The PTA is offering a second run of apparel on its online store through November 18. Items will be shipped directly to you.
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Join the PTA
There's no better way to get to know Greenwood and the events and initiatives that make our school special than to volunteer with the PTA. Contact Natalie Simons at Natalie.Simons02@gmail.com to see where you can plug in.
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Volunteer Needs
Turkey Bingo
Join us for Turkey Bingo on Friday, November 16 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. in the gym. There will be cash prizes and raffles between games. Snacks will be available for a nominal fee. Bingo cards will be sold the night of the event in packs of ten for $5.00 and raffle tickets for $1.00 each or $3.00 for five. Volunteers are needed for this event.
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Yearbook
Volunteers are needed for the yearbook. Total time commitment will be about 5 hours from now through March 15. Volunteers will take approximately 30 pictures at lunch, parties and on the playground. Photos can even be taken with your phone. If interested, please email Kari at KPendergast@mchsi.com. Please indicate which classroom you'd like to volunteer for. An informational meeting will be coming up soon.
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The District Legislative Action Committee (LAC) met October 10 with Jim Westrum, Wayzata Public Schools Executive Director of Business and Finance, as the guest speaker. All candidates for Minnesota House of Representatives seats in districts serving Wayzata Public Schools were invited. Mr. Westrum gave a brief overview of past accomplishments of LAC advocacy, an overview of public education finance in Minnesota and an update on the current financial position of Wayzata Public Schools. This year’s Legislative Platform is scheduled to be finalized at the November LAC meeting and approved at the December 10 School Board meeting. This Platform will guide LAC advocacy at the State Capitol during the 2019 Legislative Session which begins January 8.
If you have any questions or would like further information, please contact Ann Ciardelli, Katie Bender or Carrie Lewis, Greenwood’s LAC representatives or visit the District Committees webpage.
Wayzata High School Theatre presents The Secret Garden at Wayzata High School in Auditorium 1
Performances Friday, November 9, 7:00 p.m.; Saturday, November 10, 1:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.; Thursday, November 15, 7:00 p.m.; Friday, November 16, 7:00 p.m.; Saturday November 17, 1:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
Tickets can be purchased in advance at whstheatre.com.
Adult $15.00, Senior $12.00, Student/Staff $10.00
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Check out our addition of Discover Racquetball with Life Time! Find more information here. Grades 3-12, beginners welcome! Register today!
Register now for our after school WISHES classes at Greenwood!
Grandmasters of Chess with Igor Rybakov - next sessions starts Nov 29
STEM Sampler starts Nov 28
Destination Imagination registration is open until Nov 7! Visit our website for more information.
Upcoming Events:
Oct 29 - Young Scientist Roundtable: Space Foods of Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow
Nov 1 - Parenting with Vision: Stress and Anxiety - The Mind-Body Connection
Both events are free with no registration required.
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