The Science Fair is coming next week, on Thursday, February 2. I hope that all of our families will come out to view the fantastic student projects. It is a wonderful opportunity for students to learn from each other and maybe even be inspired with a project idea for next year's Science Fair. Supported by our Murwood PTA and organized by our Science Specialist, Erin Sicotte, this is a chance to celebrate Murwood's young scientists. The Multi-Purpose Room will be open to view projects from 6:00-8:00 PM.

From the Office

SPIRIT DAY

This Friday, January 27 is our first Student Leadership sponsored spirit day. Everyone is encouraged to come dressed in their pajamas. Please wear shoes with your favorite pajamas.

SOUL SHOPPE PARENT NIGHT

Please mark your calendars for our next Soul Shoppe Parent Night on Tuesday, February 7 from 7:00-8:00 PM.

KINDERGARTEN ORIENTATION

The Walnut CreekSchool District is pleased to offer Kindergarten Orientation for Parents of Preschool Students Entering Kindergarten. Please join us on February 15, at 7pm at the Walnut Creek Intermediate School Library. Please click here for address and agenda information.

NEWS FROM OUR LIBRARIAN

Hi everyone,

I have great news: the library catalog system can now be accessed by the public. This means that students and parents can search the catalog for materials in the comfort of their own home. The site will be evolving as I learn more about it myself but it is available for basic procedures. Let me know if you have any questions. Thanks! The link is: http://destiny.wcsd.k12.ca.us

Stacy Scanlon

Murwood Library Media Specialist

PTA Corner

SPRING 2012 AFTERSCHOOL ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS NOW ENROLLING!

Registration for the Spring After-School Enrichment Programs is now open and ends Wednesday, February 15. Classes begin the week of February 27. There are several classes that fill up quickly, so DON'T WAIT! This ASE session for the school year includes great classes: Chess, Field Games, Computers, Tennis, Yoga/Zumba, Indoor Broom Hockey, Village Music and Mad Science!

The 2012 Spring Afterschool Enrichment Program packet includes class descriptions and registration/waiver forms and can be printed from the Murwood PTA website. You can also pick up a packet in the school office. Please turn completed forms into the school office no later than February 15. Late registrations may be rejected.

Please contact Murwood's After School Enrichment Coordinators with any questions: Kachina Foscalina and Kim Claus at MurwoodASE@gmail.com.

AUCTION NEWS
TICKETS: Help us reach our goal of 200 tickets sold! Get your tickets NOW for the Auction! Don't miss out on the opportunity to support your child's school! Ticket prices are $65/person!

FAMILY DONATIONS: We rely on family donations for our annual auction. If you have a vacation home, time share, season tickets, mileage, etc. that you would like to donate, we could really use it! Not only will it help with our auction but it's a tax deduction. Donation forms are in the office.

RAFFLE! RAFFLE! RAFFLE!: Keep selling those raffle tickets! The raffle drawing is on March 3, during the school auction. If you need more tickets, contact Shelden Hyde at sheldenhyde@astound.net.

HELP SUPPORT OUR SCHOOL: The Murwood PTA is able to provide instructional materials and supplies, technology in the classrooms and library, salaries for science and playground supervisors, support for programs such as MNN, Accelerated Reader and Soul Shoppe, and staff development opportunities largely due to the proceeds of this event. We urge everyone in the Murwood community to attend and support our wonderful school!

DO YOU OWN YOUR OWN BUSINESS?: Advertising spaces are available in this year's auction program at reasonable rates. If you are interested in an ad space, contact Danielle Scheg at 925-518-6899 or schegd@yahoo.com.

AUCTION MEETING

Our next auction meeting is February 1 at 6:30 pm at Aimee Moss's home. Contact Danielle Scheg at schegd@yahoo.com for more information.

THE PTA IS THINKING AHEAD AND NEEDS YOU!

Would you like to be actively involved with how the PTA spends its money and resources?

Would you like to know a lot more about what is going on around the Murwood campus?

Be a part of the PTA...and better yet, the PTA Board. Come to any or all of the monthly meetings and consider participating on the board. The PTA Board has openings each year and the ones available for the 2012-13 are: Treasurer, Financial Secretary, 1st Vice President, 2nd Vice President (shared position with someone already in place), 4th Vice President (shared position with someone already in place) and Secretary. If you are (or know someone who might be) interested in being a part of the board - or if you would like more information about the responsibilities of these positions - please contact Cortny Christensen at cortny.christensen@oracle.com. All nominations will be presented at the March 20 PTA meeting.

MURWOOD SCIENCE FAIR

We have had an overwhelming response to our Science Fair. Whether your student is participating or not, you want to mark Thursday, February 2 on your calendar and come to the school. Prepare to be amazed and even learn a few things too! Project boards are still available. Please pick yours up in the office.

WCEF

First Friday!! Click here to view the latest exclusive discounts and special offers from local businesses that support our Walnut Creek Schools.

WCEF Seeking Executive Committee for 2012-13 School Year

"It Takes a Village to Raise a Child." -African Proverb

Do you want to?

Impact the academic lives of over 4,700 students.
Add your voice to those concerned about their children's education.
Work with a team of dedicated parents, teachers, administrators and community members united in a common goal - academic success for all our students.

If you answered yes to any of these questions then WCEF may have the opportunity you have been looking for.

WCEF is seeking Executive Committee Members for the 2012-13 school year. Our Executive Committee members work together and provide support in areas that include school site and community relations, special events coordination, fundraising, volunteer recruitment, and marketing communications.

The Nominating Committee is currently accepting nominations. If you are interested in working with WCEF or would like more information, click here for a description of positions and to indicate your area interest, or contact Glynnis Cowdery lifmag@aol.com.

Sports Basement Partnership

We are pleased to announce that Sports Basement is donating $4,066.92 from revenue share from over the past 18 months to WCEF. So next time you shop at Sports Basement, please thank them for their support of our students and our schools. With our new partnership beginning January 2012 when you shop at Sports Basement and mention WCEF (our new code is 0_WCEF) you will receive a 10% discount and WCEF will receive 5% of your purchase.

Thank you for supporting our students through WCEF.

Calendar

		January
27	Fri	Student Leadership Spirit Day - Pajama Day
		February
02	Thu	Science Fair
13-24		Online Auction
15	Wed	Incoming Kindergarten Parent Orientation, 7pm, WCI Library
16	Thu	Staff Development day, No School for Students
17	Fri	Holiday, Lincoln's Birthday observed
20	Mon	Holiday, Washington's Birthday observed
21	Tue	PTA meeting, Library, 7pm
		March
03	Sat	Fiesta para la Escuela at Boundary Oaks

Community News

Please check out the WCSD website to see informational flyers for these events and other happenings.

Saint Mary's College Basketball 2012 Summer Camps

Spring Break Camp and Summer Camps

Contra Costa Children's Chours and Theatre Arts for Kids

Free Placement Auditions

Boys and Girls Ages 6-15

Las Lomas Jr. Knights Basketball Cheer Clinic

Performance at varsity boys game in February

Evening of Education with Dr. Abby Medcalf

The Las Lomas High School PTSA is proud to present an evening of education with Dr. Abby Medcalf. Dr. Medcalf will speak about the importance of raising, teaching, and supporting adolescents and children to have a positive outlook about themselves and life. This presentation will introduce you to the research and science of Positive Psychology and resiliency. Please join us on Tuesday February 7, 2012 at 7pm in the Las Lomas Theater to hear this popular keynote speaker.

Submitted by: Stacey Schweppe Las Lomas PTSA Parent Education Chair

schweppe3@sbcglobal.net or home phone 932-5719.

WCI PTA Seeking Nominations for Board Members

If you have a 5th grader who will attend WCI next year and you would like to become involved with the WCI PTA, please consider a position on the WCI PTA Executive Board. The WCI PTA Nominating Committee is currently seeking volunteers to nominate for several Executive Board positions for the 2012-2013 school year. If you are interested (or know of someone who is) please contact Susan Meyers Zeiger at susanmz@sbcglobal.net.

Quick Links

Murwood School Website Murwood PTA Website

Murwood Keyspot Murwood School Lunch Menu

Walnut Creek School District WCEF - K12

Escrip Walnut Creek Intermediate

Las Lomas High School Las Trampas Creek Council of PTAs

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