We're really looking forward to seeing all of you this coming Saturday. Please spread the word to our newer families, friends and neighbors about the great "Luau" fun that is shared by all at this annual event. The Spring Fair has always been a success and it attracts families from all over the community.  The Spring Fair features arts and crafts activities, rides, custom t-shirts, and great food. The Spring Fair could not be a success without your support, so we cordially invite you join us in making this a great family day!

Also, if you have an hour or two to donate, we're still looking for volunteers, especially for the food tables, face painting and a few other places. Please contact Marilyn Kitzes, Julie Maner, Barbara Noguera, Kristi Teems. 

Thanks!

Don't forget:

• Buy a Kidpass               
• Bake for the Bake Sale
• Donate an hour
• Collect and donate books, CDs and DVDs
• Collect small toys to donate - items to give as prizes
• Bring the family and enjoy the Fair!

Seeking Parents to Help with the "Coin Man" at the Fair  

Bill Mullan has been selling coins at the Lafayette Spring Fair - and donating all his proceeds to the school - for nearly 40 years! He's asking if there are 1 or 2 parents who'd be willing to lend a hand by helping him watch over the stand and making sure that coins don't "wander away" - those shiny coins are very attractive to curious little ones. He (and his 84 year old wife) will be on hand to answer any questions about the coins. If you can help please contact Jenny Murray  and she will put you in touch with Mr. Mullan. Thanks! 

Get your 2012 Luau Spring Fair T-Shirt!

We will be selling the new T-shirts the week prior to the fair!

WHEN: April 30 - May 4

TIME: 3:15 - 3:45 p.m.

WHERE: Flagpole in front on school

Join us to talk about the connections between food and common childhood ailments such as anxiety, recurrent ear infections, stomachaches, picky eating, rashes, ADHD, and more. Our speaker, Kelly Dorfman, is a respected nutritionist who has specialized in the connection between children's health and behavior and the food they eat. Ms. Dorfman has been called a nutrition detective who integrates information from many sources to find practical solutions for even the most complex ailments and symptoms. She is also a popular speaker and workshop leader and author of the book, What's Eating Your Child? The Hidden Connections Between Food and Childhood Ailments, which was published last year.This HSA-sponsored session, which is the last of the school year, will follow the HSA election meeting.    

From the Oasis:  We are halfway through our book discussion on The Childhood Roots of Adult Happiness.  It is absolutely NOT too late for anyone to join in, as the discussions are online and can be found here: https://groups.google.com/forum/?hl=en&fromgroups#!forum/the-oasis-at-lafayette  

We will be looking at Chapters 10-11 this week, which discuss the concepts of Mastery and Recognition.  I like to think of this as a "book distilling" as I am taking out the salient points and posting them online, then anyone who has or hasn't read the book can share their thoughts about what the author says.  However, if you'd like to still buy the book, Child's Play has some in stock and will give you 20% off if you mention it's for Lafayette's discussion group.  Also, anyone who is able is invited to come into the Oasis on Thursdays at 2:30 to be a part of the live discussion.  We still have two meetings left: May 3 and May 10, and would love to see more parents join us!

Deal Parent Education Workshop - How To Help Your Kids Cope With Bullying -  Monday, May 7 at 7 p.m.

Join Children's Chorus of Washington (CCW) 

Auditions for the Children's Chorus of Washington's 2012-13 season are happening now! No preparation or experience needed, just the love of singing! Girls and boys with unchanged voices, ages 9-16 can try out for placement in our Treble, Bel Canto and Concert Choruses. Boys with changed voices can try out for our Young Men's Ensemble. Just call now to schedule an appointment for a simple individual hearing with Artistic Director, Ms. Joan Gregoryk. Tuition scholarships are provided to all students with demonstrated financial needs. Auditions are held by appointment only. They are held on selected dates in May and June at Metropolitan Memorial United Methodist Church in NW Washington, DC. For more information, please visit http://cchorus.homestead.com/.