Best Buddies will be meeting after school on Monday, November 3rd, in room 307! We'll be playing games and making new friendships! See Mrs. Landon-Bowen in room 410 or Mrs. Lostumbo in the House B office with questions!
Black Student Union BSU is a safe space for black and brown students to fully be themselves and create community. We will meet afterschool on Tuesday November 4th, in room 610, 2:50-3:40.
Chess club starts Monday! We'll meet in room 504 right after school. See Mr. Mazz with any questions. He's the guy that looks like Mr. Garza but is not Mr. Garza.
The next environmental club meeting will be on Wednesday November 5th for rock painting. Sign up with Ms. Zaccaglino in room 513 or by email by Monday November 3rd. A headcount is needed for supplies and rocks. Hope to see you there!
The Introduction to Sign Language Club will have its second meeting next Thursday, November 6th. At our second meeting, we will learn signs for family members as well as signs to introduce yourself and others! Whether you came to the first meeting or this is your first time joining, everyone is welcome! Please sign up outside Miss Liotta's room (206) if you would like to come!
Sewing Club will be meeting next week Wednesday and Thursday after school in room 122. See Mrs. DeTraglia with any questions.
So what is Stoicism?
Stoicism is an ancient philosophy that teaches you to:
Strategies to live this way are discussed at the Stoicism club run by Mr. Mazz. The next meeting is Tuesday November 4 in room 615.
The Enrichment Department is excited to welcome magician, Cris Johnson, on Wednesday, December 10th during 7th period— Day 5A!
Get ready for a fun, interactive science assembly where you’ll explore Cinderella, chemical reactions, and how science can trick your mind!
There will be a follow-up workshop, called “Mind Control: Fact or Fiction,” 8th period for students who sign up.
7th and 8th graders can sign up through the link in your email, and 6th graders can grab a sign-up form from Mrs. Moon in room 501, or Mrs. Yandow in room 213.
Sign-ups forms are due by November 10th and will be on a first come basis so don’t wait! An email confirmation will be sent the following week with participation details.
We look forward to sharing this exciting science experience with you!
Hey 8th graders! Is your signature sort of sloppy or childish? Do you wish you could read and write in cursive? Join the Cursive Handwriting Exploration! Pick up a sign-up sheet from the cafeteria or either Enrichment room or check your email for an electronic form in Parent Square. Forms are due back to room 501 by November 5th. We will then send you a follow-up email with meeting dates. See Mrs. Moon with questions.
6th graders: If you love a modern spin on a classic tale, join the Fractured Fairy Tale Exploration! It’ll be held on even or odd days during your lunch and recess until our Holiday Break. In the Fractured Fairy Tale Exploration, you’ll learn how to twist characters, setting, and point-of-view to change up a classic story. There will even be follow-up field trip to the Strong Museum for a fairy tale workshop! Stop by one of Enrichment rooms or the cafeteria to pick up a sign-up sheet or fill out an electronic form that’s linked to an e-mail in Parent Square. Sign-up forms are due back to room 501 by October 31. You will receive an email next week with your meeting schedule and more details.
6th graders: If you love a modern spin on a classic tale, join the “Fractured Fairy Tale Exploration!” It’ll be held on even or odd days during your lunch and recess until our Holiday Break. In the Fractured Fairy Tale Exploration, you’ll learn how to twist characters, setting, and point-of-view to change up a classic story. There will even be follow-up field trip to the Strong Museum for a fairy tale workshop! Stop by one of Enrichment rooms or the cafeteria to pick up a sign-up sheet or fill out an electronic form that’s linked to an e-mail in ParentSquare. Sign-up forms are due back to room 501 by October 31. You will receive an email next week with your meeting schedule and more details.
Today is the last day of Red Ribbon Week.
Today we focus on fun, on avoiding the “tricks” of drugs, and on looking for the “treat” of healthy choices for ourselves. Life’s puzzle is tricky, but with a drug-free mindset, the pieces fit perfectly. Stay sharp, stay drug-free, and build the life you deserve.
Today is the last day of the puzzle piece hunt. The last 4 pieces of the puzzle will be placed around the building. If you find one, hang on to it and bring it to the main office during your lunch period. You can claim your prize and add your piece complete the large puzzle in the main hallway! By the end of the day, we will hopefully have completed the puzzle!
In honor of Veterans Day, we’re organizing a donation drive to support local veterans. Starting October 27th, please bring any NEW items shown on the posters around the building to Mrs. Baskin in room 204. These items include shampoo, soap, and new clothing.
We’re also asking for you to write a gratitude postcard to thank veterans for their service. Cards are available in each house office and the main office.
All donations and postcards are due by November 7th and will go directly to veterans at the Canandaigua VA Hospital. Let’s come together to give back to those who’ve given so much. Thank you!
Checks for the Washington DC trip fundraiser are due TODAY to Mrs. Baranowski in room 403, Mr. Vaccarella in room 401 or Mrs. Roberts in room 405.