Just the Facts
Woodland Star Weekly Update
Saturday, May 30, 2009
Learning to think, to care, to create
UPCOMING SCHOOL EVENTS
Monday-Friday, June 1st-5th, Handwork Show, Main Hall
Thursday, June 11th, Pizza and Tie Dye Day sponsored by 6th Grade (see below for details)
Friday, June 12th, LAST DAY OF SCHOOL! ASSEMBLY and 1:00 DISMISSAL
Friday, June 12th, 8th Grade Graduation, 6 PM, location Sonoma Vets Hall
FROM THE ADMINISTRATOR
As the school year draws to a close we are busy planning for graduation. The 8th grade teacher, parents and students are joined by several other classes in preparing for the big event. All of you are welcome to attend as we celebrate these accomplished and talented students and wish them well in the next phase of their life journey. The venue will be the Sonoma Veterans Hall so as to accommodate a large and enthusiastic crowd! Please join us on Friday, June 12th from 6-8 pm.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Charter Council Seat Open ~ From now until Friday, June 5th we will be accepting Charter Council nominations from anyone interested in serving our school as a board member. If we receive more than one nomination, we will hold an election the week of June 8th. We have one parent-held seat coming open on our primary governing board, the Charter Council. This seat is currently held by Kindgergarten and Third Grade mom, Annie Cassidy. The council meets monthly (typically on the third Wednesday) with occasional second meetings in the spring or on an as-needed basis. This is a two 2-year term that begins July 1. Any parent who has been with the school for one year has the right to run. Candidates may self-nominate or be nominated by others. Please deliver a brief letter of your wish to run to Susan in the main office. Self-nominations are welcomed; if you nominate someone beside yourself, please first confirm their willingness to serve.
Woodland Star Education Foundation News ~ The Ed. Foundation is looking for new board members and is seeking interested applicants. Parents and supporters of Woodland Star may apply for 2-3 year terms. See the flyer attached to the Just the Facts for more information on how to apply and where to send it.
The Ed. Foundation's annual report is now available on the web at: woodlandstarschool.org. Click on the documents tab on the right hand menu, followed by the Woodland Star Education Foundation heading. Hard copies are also available in the front office.
Fourth Annual Woodland Star Student Handwork Show ~ Monday-Friday, June 1-5th in the Main Hall during school hours. The work shown will be an accumulation of projects that the children have completed from Handwork classes, Grades 1-8, during this school year. Woodwork will be on display as well. Please help your child find the completed Handwork that he or she has brought home thus far (this year), and take it to school. Each classroom has a basket where student Handwork is being collected. Thank you!
End-of-the-year Assembly ~ Friday, June 12th, 9:05am in the outdoor quad. Please join us! Children will be dismissed at 1:00.
Please
don't make Aftercare an afterthought ~
In Aftercare, we provide a home, backyard, and neighborhood community away from
home. We provide rest, recreation,
safety and delight for all of your children. In order to continue offering
this very high level of service and standards, we need all of you who have outstanding
balances to take care of your bill as soon as possible. If your past-due
bill is too big to pay off in one check, please speak with Business Manager
Janis Lynne to make alternate arrangements for payment. Janis can be
reached directly at: business@woodlandstarschool.org. Invoices went in the
mail today so be on the lookout for them and please pay promptly. We
appreciate your help and support in this important matter.
HEAD LICE IS SPREADING ACROSS OUR CAMPUS! ~ Please check your children daily for head lice. If you need to stop by the office to see what you are looking for, Susan can show you. Notify the office immediately if you find it, and Susan can direct you to appropriate care measures. Thank you for your diligence with this...we are trying to get it under control and we need everyone's help!
GRATITUDES
Thank you, Mini Golf Tournament planners and workers! We had a blast, and we can't wait until next year's event! Huge thank you to: Gigi & Dushan Medan, Andrea & Steve Bossio, Paul Golubovich, Kyle Merkins, Steve, MacCarthy, Alex Leader for making the beautiful trophies, and Shirryl Bayless for advertising.
FUNDRAISING
Pizza and Tie Dye Day! ~ On Thursday, June 11th, the 6th grade class will sponsor a Pizza and Tie Dye Day! For $5.00 you get a slice of cheese pizza, caesar salad, cookie and drink. Lunch will be provided at 12:20 pm during lunch recess. Then after school between 1:00 - 3:00 pm, the 6th grade parents and students will help Woodland Star students tie dye t-shirts. Cost of the t-shirts are: $10 for youth short sleeved shirt, $12 for a youth camisole, $15 for a women's camisole, and $12 for a men's short sleeved shirt. With Father's Day right around the corner, a tie dye shirt will make a great gift. Why not tie dye a t-shirt for your dad, too! To ensure that we have sufficient quantities of pizza and t-shirts, please pre-order. The order form is attached and additional ones are available in the school office. Thank you for supporting Mr. Stone's 6th grade class!
Our First Annual Mini Golf Tournament brought in $3,336. Cinco de Mayo Sangria Madness party hosted by Mara Lee & Fred Ebert brought in $3,003. The school budget projection was to make $10,000 at each these events.
eScrip Recycling ~ Keep them coming: toner cartridges, cell phones, iPods, laptops. There is a collection bin in the main office near the copy machine. It all adds up to funds for the school. Any questions, contact Monica Conway 707.225.5557 or pmgconway@sbcglobal.net
Seventh Grade Burrito Fundraiser ~ Please fill out your form and include payment ($4) by FRIDAY for yummy, organic burritos on Monday!
CLASSIFIEDS
Housing needed ~ Our incoming 1st Grade teacher, Kathleen Pearl, is relocating to Sonoma and is looking for housing. She is looking for 1 bedroom, within walking distance to school; prefer it to include nature, higher elevation, plenty of storage space, light & airy, privacy. $600-$1000, open to share or occupy an inlaw unit.
*Farm Camp at Summerfield Waldorf School & Farm ~ 1 week sessions June 22-July 31st. Ages 4-5 years & 6-9 years. $225 per week. Animal care, farm work, herb & nature walks, cooking, crafts and more. New this year, Permaculture Camp for 10-12 year olds. July 13-July 24. $275 per week. Check Summer Programs on our website for more information: www.summerfieldwaldorf.org or call (707) 575-7194 x370
Got Gold? Do you have any gold items you no longer use, maybe one earring, a necklace that broke and has not been fixed. We have a gold representative will be purchasing gold pieces from people and paying cash for items. I am coordinating the meeting between you and her as a fundraiser for Woodland Star. She is willing to pay the school a percentage of pieces she collects and we ask that you donate 10% to the school. I have two days set aside to meet with her: Tuesday, May 26, from 11:00 to 3:00 and Monday, June 1, from 11:00 to 3:00. If you are interested in setting up a meeting or want more information, please email Monica Conway, pmgconway@sbcglobal.net or call me 707-225-5557.
A little R&R? Interested in a great offer on vacation possibilities for this year? Starting 4-1 to 12-31 2009 I can make reservations for ANYONE interested in staying at a Fairmont Hotel and Resort for just $50.00 above my employee discounted rate. Check on line at www.fairmont.com and you will find Fairmont Hotels all over the world. Don't let the high prices scare you. Just call Milena Pritel at (707) 953-3865. Let's find a little fun in our lives.
Free! ~ Agfa Arcus 1200 scanner, SCSI drive. Please call Stephanie Steck-Benthin 938-8769.
Great website: www.thepuppenstube.com for beautifully handmade dolls, gnomes and more! The website also features Buntspechte wooden figures from Germany.
Planet Organics Store is open! ~ 19449 Riverside Drive. Woodland Star parents and staff can enjoy $10.00 off their first purchase of $50 or more! Open 7 days a week, 10am - 8pm. planetorganics.com 1-3% of your purchase goes to WSS when you use eScrip.
Escape to Oregon ~ Fly fishing, hiking, sight-seeing...sound good? Offered is a one week rustic camp retreat, suitable for up to 4 people. "Alkali Flat Wild Life Refuge", 50 miles east of Bend, Oregon, approximately 10 hour drive from Sonoma. This is your very own 340 acre camp site, which includes a 12' X 16' cabin with sleeping loft wood stove, and generator; no electricity. All this for only $335! Based on availability, please arrange 30 days in advance. Please call Sue Pitman at 812-3720
For Rent ~ Beautifully maintained 1 br 1 ba second storey house for rent, furnished, no pets, W/D, month-to-month, $1200 negotiable. Lomita Ave. Bill or Doris 996-2755.
Calligraphy Class ~ On Thursdays at 1:10 PM, I would like to offer a Calligraphy Class for 6th-8th graders. Please call Carlos Gonzalez, 694-7500 or abczcarlos@netscape.net.
Afterschool violin, viola and piano lessons offered at WSS ~ For information please call Gail at: 953-4470 or gailclaus@comcast.net
Homework
Clubs ~Attention 6th, 7th & 8th grade parents and students. I am offering various
Homework Clubs for the upper grade students.
We will meet in the Mail Hall or in a classroom at 3:10 PM or 2:10 on
Thursdays. The cost is $10 per student. Please call Carlos Gonzalez,
707-694-7500 or abczcarlos@netscape.net.
Need a House Cleaner? ~ Lily Rossman (4th and 2nd grade parent) is looking for work cleaning houses or offices. She may also be available for childcare or yardwork. Please call 939-8570.
Experienced Babysitter, House-sitter and Pet-sitter ~ Sliding scale and references available upon request. Please contact Marie Hargitt (Miss Marie from aftercare!): 707-338-7571.
Thursday, June 11th
Proceeds to benefit Woodland Star's 6th Grade Class
For $5.00 you get a slice of cheese pizza, caesar salad, cookie and drink. Lunch will be provided at 12:20 pm during lunch recess.
PRE-ORDER YOUR PIZZA LUNCH
Name: ______________________________________________________
Grade: _____________________ Total $ Enclosed: _________________
On Thursday, June 11th between 1:00 - 3:00 pm, the 6th grade will help you tie dye a t-shirt. With Father's Day right around the corner, a tie dye shirt will make a great gift. Why not tie dye a t-shirt for your dad, too!
PRE-ORDER YOUR T-SHIRT
For Kids:
Short Sleeve T-Shirt - $10 S M L XL
Youth/Girl's Cotton Camisole - $12 XS S M L
Women's Cotton Camisole - $15 S M L XL
For Your Dad:
Short Sleeve T-Shirt - $12 S M L XL 2XL 3XL
Name: _____________________________________________________
Grade: ______________________________________________________
Total # T-Shirts Ordered: ___________ Total $ enclosed: ______________
RETURN COMPLETED ORDER FORM & CHECK
TO FRONT OFFICE