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Message from the PBC President |
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We're 2 months into the school year, and I think our family has finally hit our stride. Each year for us has been better than the last, and much of that has to do with the amazing community that is Westwood - the teachers, the staff, the students & their families. In these first couple of months, the Parent Booster Club has been privileged to bring the community together through our annual Fall Reception, class and level back to school parties, Girl's Night Out & Java for the Mamas.
Our main event of the year - The Fall Fling - is coming up in just 2 weeks. It promises to be a night packed with entertainment, incredible items up for bid and a great crowd. The auction is the largest fundraiser the PBC hosts, and its success year over year is due to each and every one of our Westwood families. I know many parents are currently involved in preparing, volunteering and soliciting donations. Thank you for your time and efforts!
Continue reading for more information and exciting details. We look forward to sharing November 11th with you!
Amber Bonlie
2011-2012 PBC Officers & Event Chairs:
President - Amber Bonlie (abonlie@sbcglobal.net)
Vice President - Kristie Zenick (zenick@sbcglobal.net)
Secretary - Stacey Wittrup (swittrup@verizon.net)
Treasurers -Kellie Early & Susan Jost (kellieearly@gmail.com; susan_jost@hotmail.com)
Fall Reception - Donna Morgan & Katherine Mohan
Fall Fling Auction - Larry Lourcey & Heather Moulder (larry@lourceyphoto.com; moulderh@gtlaw.com)
Spring Event - Doug Wittrup (doug@westwoodpbc.org)
Sports Program - Mary Anne Lucas (grover711@sbcglobal.net)
Spirit Store - Alex Adiguzel (alex_adiguzel@hotmail.com)
Uniform Resale - Kate Watson & Betsy Brody (katewatson@earthlink.net; betsybrody@sbcglobal.net)
Past President - Jenina Smith |
| Gelato Social at Pacuigo - November 8th |
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Come out to a Gelato Happy Hour at Pacugio Italian Gelato and Cafe from 4 to 8 pm on Tuesday, November 8th. The school will receive 20% of the proceeds. The location is 5915 Forest Lane (Northwest corner of Preston and Forest). We hope to see you there!
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Did you know how easy it is to earn extra money for Westwood?
Westwood participates in Box Tops for Education! Not only can you cut off the Box Tops from General Mills Products, you can earn money for online shopping! There are almost 200 stores to choose from. Follow these simple steps:
- Log into https://recipe.boxtops4education.com/
- Set up your account
- Click on the green "Earn Tab"
- Select "Shop Marketplace"
- Choose your store and you will be redirected to the stores website
- Make your purchases and WW will receive from 1% to 8% of your total purchase
You can also raise money for Westwood every time you shop at Tom Thumb! Through the Tom Thumb Good Neighbor program, you can link your reward card to earn money for Westwood! Our Good Neighbor number is #7329. To link your reward card to Westwood, visit any Tom Thumb Courtesy Booth or Customer Service desk and make sure you have our charity number handy! |
| Fall Fling - Friday, November 11 |
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Join us on Nov. 11th at our annual auction to bid on exciting trips, great restaurant meals and even get a little of your holiday shopping done- then step into the casino for a night of fun!
Stop by the auction table set up in the Proton Campus lobby to RSVP and sign up for BEST PARTIES!
To preview some of the great items that will be available Click here!
This event is shaping up to be the biggest, most exciting auction in Westwood history, so don't miss out. |
This year we have great sports opportunities for WW students. Special thanks to Mary Anne Lucas, our PBC Sports Coordinator, for identifying these activities for our students!
Soccer 3v3 and 4v4 Tournament:
The Quickfoot "Reindeer Games" 3v3 and 4v4 Soccer Tournament will be held this year on Saturday, December 10th at Richland College in Richardson, TX! We will be looking to enter teams of boys, girls or co-ed in all age brackets.
This is a ONE DAY event, and it is a great opportunity for classmates to play together. As always, we will be looking for a parent to volunteer to coach their child's team, if possible. Practices are up to each coach/team. Teams must play up to the age of their oldest player, but the tournament director will try to keep everyone playing in their own age group if at all possible.
Talk with your kids and his/her friends to get a team together (see maximum roster limits below,) and submit teams to Mary Anne Lucas at grover711@me.com NO LATER THAN November 21st. Mary Anne will get forms to teams and coaches before Thanksgiving Break, and forms will be due November 30th. Contact Mary Anne with any questions, as rules and other details are available.
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3v3 - 4- 9 years (Max Roster of 6) |
$165 +fee |
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4v4 - 10-13 years (Max Roster of 8) |
$175+fee |
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6v6-14-17 years (Max Roster of 12) |
$255+fee |
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Flag Football:
Prime Time Athletics, a regional flag football program sponsored by the NFL, will be offering a Winter League that will run from January 14- March 10th, 2012. Registration is now open. Teams can be co-ed, but girls do not have a separate league. We will need parent volunteers to coach their child's team, if possible. Our age divisions include 5-6, 7-8, 9-11 & 12-14. For more information, visit their website at www.ptathleticsdallas.com, or contact Mary Anne Lucas at grover711@me.com.
Bowling: AMF Richardson is offering a coached afterschool league starting January, on Wednesdays at 4:30pm. Cost: $25 registration, $10/week (shoes included). You will also receive 2 free games per week and $1.79 for additional games good for whole family! We will be recruiting bowlers in December or contact Westwood parent, Stephanie Webb, at stephenie.webb@gmail.com today for more information.
Fencing:
The Fencing Institute of Texas (FIT) offers classes for every age from beginners to seasoned competitors. Among the many skills covered, fencers learn how to win and lose graciously, as well as to think strategically. FIT extends a special invitation to all Westwood students to try out fencing during a free introductory class. Classes are every Friday evening at 7pm, for all ages.
For details, email info@fenceintexas.org or go to www.fenceintexas.org. FIT is a non-profit 501(c)(3) premier member club of the United States Fencing Association teaching all three Olympic weapons (foil, epee and sabre).
Swim Team:
The Academy of Texas Aquatic Champions Swim Club, ATAC pronounced "attack" is a USA Age Group Swim Team for all levels of swimmers - from beginner to those who are or want to be Senior National Champions and Olympic Trial qualifiers!
If your child is interested in joining ATAC and have any questions, please contact fellow Westwood parent, Michelle Hrnicek at michellehrnicek@aol.com or 972-523-6232. To schedule a tryout with an ATAC coach, please contact Sherry Gentry at swimteach2@aol.com. |
Save the date! Join us for the next Westwood Girls' Night Out on Wednesday, November 2nd. We'll be going to Kobe Steaks for a fun Japanese Hibachi dinner 6:30pm.
Future GNO's:
February 7 (Tuesday)
May 17 (Thursday)
This is a great way to get to other Westwood moms. Invitations have already been sent out. If you didn't receive yours, contact Kristie Zenick (PBC VP) at zenick@sbcglobal.net. |
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Fall Reception Volunteer Needed |
We are looking for volunteers to chair the 2012 Fall Reception. This is a great way to get to know the parents and staff. Please contact Donna Morgan at Rule62.86@gmail.com or 214-417-5167. Donna will be happy to walk you through the process. |
 Have a Minute?
Then volunteer at Westwood! There are many opportunities, both small and large, to be involved in the Westwood community. Some of these opportunities include writing thank-you notes to donors to the annual auction, working a shift in the Spirit Store, and volunteering at one of our events! Contact Amber Bonlie at abonline@sbcglobal.net for more information.
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November 11 - Auction and Casino Night
Girls Night Out - Wednesday, November 2nd |
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