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Message from Mrs. Kunze
Thursday's Guest Speaker - Marc Mero
A HUGE THANK YOU to Custom Interiors and Renovations, Inc. - owners Mike Besner and Rick Besner - for paying for motivational speaker, Marc Mero, to visit Swiss Point. The former WWE wrestler discussed many topics relevant to middle school students. We truly appreciate the generosity of the Besner family!
SPMS Girls Basketball
The girls will play Fruit Cove for the district championship this Monday at 6:30pm at Swiss Point. Please show your support! Good Luck girls!!
Report Cards
1st quarter report cards will be issued Thursday, Oct. 31st.
Fall Drama Production
We will have our first drama production of the year, The Crawdaddy Lake Murder Mystery, this week. Performances are Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday at 7pm. There is limited seating, so you will want to arrive early to ensure a seat. Tickets are $5.
Trick or Treat for UNICEF
The Trick or Treat for UNICEF boxes have arrived! Every day, somewhere in the world, UNICEF is saving and improving children's lives. Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF helps provide kids in need with health care, clean water, nutrition, education, emergency relief, and more! Last year our school raised over $800! This year, our goal is $1000!
All homeroom teachers will receive theTrick-or-Treat for UNICEF boxes to be handed out to students on Monday, October 28. To achieve our fundraising goal, fundraising goals will be set for each class. The attachment, What Your Money Can Buy is a great handout that explains how UNICEF helps keep the world's children alive and healthy. For example, a $35 donation can purchase vaccines to protect 50 kids from killer diseases!
The UNICEF boxes (money) will be collected on Monday, November 4th.
Second Harvest Food Drive
The first week in November Student Council will start our annual food drive to support the Second Harvest Food Bank. The grade levels compete for the most food donated by weight and then we compete with the other middle schools for a trophy. Start collecting those heavy items now!
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PTSO Information
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PTSO Meeting!
It was great to see some new faces, but we'd love to meet more of you. Plan on joining us next month for our First Friday PTSO meeting on October 4, 2013 @ 9:15. Location will be listed by the computer when you check in.
Click here to view the PTSO October 4, 2013
Meeting Minutes
Click here to view the PTSO September 6, 2013
Meeting Minutes
Want to Stay in the Know?
Besides the Raider Rap (which you absolutely MUST read!) PTSO has three other ways to keep you informed of upcoming dates and big plans.
*Sign up for the PTSO newsletter
http://facebook.us7.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=366f61a268e3580c9f689c964&id=b373be5c3e
* If you missed our first one, click here to take a peak!
Click here to chek out the PTSO webpage (still under construction) on the school website!
Neon Bash Photo Update:
We had a blast at the Neon Bash & your students loved the Walgreens photo booth. To view the photos, get your one free photo & order any others follow these instructions:
1. Go to
2. Select photo tab at the top
3. Login with the username: spmsptso@hotmail.com
4. Enter password: neonbash13
5. Select Folder: Neon Bash Fall 2013 to view pictures
6. Select which picture or pictures to order (one 4x6 is free) at what size
and go to photo checkout
7. Review order and proceed to checkout
8. Select Pick-up location as 2839 County Rd 210 W, Jacksonville, FL 32259 (do not pre-pay for your pictures or your credit card information will be tied to this account! You must pay in store)
9. On the checkout page, about halfway down you must *EDIT YOUR PHONE NUMBER (this will identify your order for pickup)
10. Select SUBMIT
11. Pick up order at Walgreen's Photo Dept. on CR 210 & enjoy your photos!
Offer expires October 31, 2013.
* PLEASE DO NOT UPLOAD ANY PERSONAL PHOTOS OR MAKE CHANGES TO PHOTO ACCOUNT
Membership
Click here to print the form and send it in to your child's homeroom teacher.
Magazine Sales
Magazine Sales - Thank you for all the students that sold magazines this year. The students who earned the Illusionist Show and Limo Ride had a great time today. The Top Three homeroom teachers received their gift cards and the top three grade levels all had a donut party this morning.
Top Three Homerooms: 1st - Ms. Sweatt
2nd - Ms. Zentz
3rd - Ms. Williams
Top Grade Level: 6th grade - Ms. Sweatt
7th grade - Ms. Piscitello
8th grade - Ms. Lendino
It is not too late to order magazine subscriptions: you can still purchase Magazines and gifts onine at
GASCHOOLSTORE.COM
Online Store ID: 2529543
Any orders placed will benefit SPMS PTSO. Thank you for your support!
Thank you to Mrs. Wood, PTSO President, Mrs. Kunze, Ms. Roberts, Mrs. Casper and Mrs. Canepa for all your support during this fundraiser.
If you have any questions please contact Mary Panariello at mary.panariello@hrblock.com
Box Top, Campbell Soup & Tyson News
It's time again to cut those labels! And don't forget to bring in the ones that you clipped over the summer. Each student who brings in 50 valid labels will receive one Raider Buck. Please be sure to check the expiration dates on each label. Place your labels in a zip lock bag or an envelope with the student's name, grade and homeroom teacher's name listed. Watch the news letter for upcoming contests!
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Volunteer Information
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More Volunteers Needed for Ms. Lime
Ms. Lime is in need of a few volunteers to help with data input. Please see her email above to set up times.
Next Big Event
The next event for several volunteers is preparing and operating the Holiday Store. The Swiss Point Holiday Store is stocked with new and gently used items for students to purchase with Raider Bucks for their parents, siblings, friends, etc. A SignUp Genius will go out sometime in November. Want to donate items? Sure you can. Please send any new or very gently used items to the front office. Thanks in advance for your support!
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Guidance News
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Guidance Counselors
Barbara Seaton-6th grade and 7th graders with last names beginning with A-J.
Tanya Moseley- 7th graders, last name ending in K-Z and the entire 8th grade.
Moseley's Food for Thought
As we conclude Red Ribbon Week I wanted to share some drug prevention information that was given to our students this past week:
* The number one drug abused by teenagers is alcohol.
* Nicotine is the strongest addictive drug in the world - it's more addictive than heroin and cocaine.
* Trying inhalants can kill you the first time - it's called Sudden Sniffing Death.
Seaton's Corner
As middle school parents, you may sometimes wonder, "What is going on with my child?" They can seem happy one day, and then suddenly their whole world seems to be turned upside down. Welcome to the "Tween Years"! They are caught in the middle between being a child and a teenager. What's a parent to do? During these years, it's important that parents show patience and encouragement. They need your help to keep their problems in perspective, and don't forget your sense of humor! These are wonderful years where you'll witness your child going through many changes before the high school years.
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SAC News
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School Advisory Council
Switzerland Point Middle School
Next Meeting: Wednesday, November 20, 2013
Room #725
As always, this is a public meeting and all are welcome to attend.
Click here to view the minutes from the September meeting.
Click here to view the minutes from the October meeting.
Proposed Items for November meetings:
Finalize and vote of Needs Assessment Survey - Parent Survey Questions
Next meeting: November 20, 2013
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From the Nurse
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Licensed Practical Nurse
547-8628
beccarj@stjohns.k12.fl.us
Emergency Cards
Parents I am still missing 16 emergency cards! Please ask your student if their homeroom teacher has told them they are missing one. All students missing an emergency card have been given another one. Please fill it out ASAP and have student return it to their homeroom teacher.
Current 6th grade parents!
It is not too early to start preparing for your child's 7th grade immunization requirement. As soon as they have their 11th birthday they can get their Tdap shot. If you have any questions please don't hesitate to call me. This school year we had 108 students that did not have their Tdap two weeks before school was to start! Please don't wait till the last minute! This shot must be documented on a Florida Certification of Immunization.
Asthma Workshops
There are some upcoming Asthma Workshops that are free to the public. They are offered once a month on a Saturday from 11-1 and on a Wednesday from 6pm to 8pm. They are offered at 3563 Phillips Highway, Building E,suite 502. These classes are sponsored by Wolfson Children's Hospital. Call 202-5132 to register or for more information.
Attention 6th Grade Parents
The 6th grade Health Screening will be held on November 14 and November 21. A letter will be coming to you 2 weeks prior with more information.
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Raider Band News
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Our Raider Band program at SPMS is growing so fast!!! We have over 400 students placed in 5 different bands (beginning, Jazz, Concert, Symphonic and Wind). We definitely need your help to make this band program the best ever. So, please support your Raider Band program:
Bozard Oil Change Vouchers for $20 each
SPMS BBA is partnering with Bozard Ford and is offering $20 vouchers for FREE OIL CHANGE, VACUUM & CAR WASH in support of our Band Boosters. This is a great deal!!!! All makes/models are welcome (diesel & European models may cost extra)!!!! Please contact Débora McCarty at rdmccart10@comcast.net if you would like to purchase a voucher and support our Raider Band. Vouchers are good through 12/31/2013.
Click here to view flyer.
SPMS Band Boosters Fundraising
Monday, November 18tth at Firehouse Subs (210 and SR 13)
From 5:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M.
Firehouse will donate 20% of proceeds to our band. Please join us for a fun night with friends at Firehouse Subs on SR 13 and 210. Make sure to bring the attached flyer so you can be counted!! You can just show it on your phone as well!
Click here to view Firehouse Fundraiser Flyer
Raider Band Tumbler for $10 each
Our special Raider Band Tumbler is available to all parents at Swiss Point. A great gift for any occasion! Contact Débora McCarty at rdmccarty10@comcast.net
Click here to view the SPMS Band Tumbler Flyer
Dunkin Donuts Coffee FundraisingOur Raider Band is selling Dunkin Donuts Coffee until October 28th. Please support SPMS band programs and buy this wonderful, tasty coffee from us. You can send the attached form and your payment to Mrs. Zentz anytime before October 28th. Each pound of coffee sells for $9. Stock up and buy from us again in January 2014. See flyer attached. If you have any questions, please contact Débora McCarty at rdmccarty10@comcast.net
Thank you for supporting the SPMS Raider Band program!
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Daily Rotation & Events
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Week of October 28th
Monday, October 28th- Silver Day
Girl's basketball vs Fruit Cove for District Championship - 6:30pm at Swiss Point!
Tuesday, October 29th - Black Day
Road Raiders, 2-3:30pm
Wednesday, October 30th - Silver Day - 1pm dismissal
Drama Performance - 7pm - $5
Thursday, October 31st- Black Day
Report Cards Issued
Drama Performance, 7pm - $5
Friday, November 1st - Silver Day
Saturday, November 2nd
Drama Performance, 7pm - $5
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Policy Reminders
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Access to the building
We have been informed by the district that ALL parents that plan on entering the building during the day before or after school ,even if students are not in the building, need to be cleared. We are asking that EVERY parent or guardian that might be on campus for a conference, IEP meeting, 504 meeting or for anything else, PLEASE click on the link below to register for access.
Click here to go to the School Access Form
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Athletics
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SJMSAA Football & Cheerleading
The SPMS Football team won in an exciting finish! With 2.7 seconds in the game, SPMS scored a touchdown to win 20-15 against Fruit Cove. Next hame is wednsday the 30th at 7 pm. at Plantation Park turf field. They will be playing Fruit Cove again. Go Raiders!
Thu, Aug. 29th - 6pm - Sebastian at Plantation Park - WIN!!
Thu, Sep. 5th - 6pm - Fruit Cove at Plantation Park - Postponed due to lightening
Thu, Sep. 12th - 5pm - Pacetti Bay at PBMS WIN!!! 32-26
Thu, Sep. 19th - 5pm - Gamble Rogers at Gamble Rogers WIN!! 28-8
Thu, Sep. 26th - 5pm - Landrum at Ponte Vedra HS WIN!! 20-16 with excellent sportsmanship
Wed, Oct. 2nd - 5pm - Fruit cove at Bartram Trail HS Loss
Wed, Oct. 9th - 7pm - Murray at Plantation Park WIN!! 38-24
Thurs, Oct. 24th - 6:00- Fruit Cove (continuation game from 9/5/2013) at Plantation Park, WIN!!
Wed. Oct 30- Playoff Week 1- Plantation Park
Sat, Nov. 9th - Consolation and Championship Games
Sat. Nov 16th- All-Star Game
SPMS Basketball
10/21******************PLAYOFFS***************
Congratulations to the girls and boys as they are the 2013 St. Johns County regular season champions. The regular season is over and the playoffs will begin next week. The girls will play Gamble Rogers Middle School and the boys will play Sebastian Middle School in the 1st round of the playoffs on Monday, October 21. Good luck Raiders in the playoffs.
SJMSAA Boys Soccer
Practices will begin November 4th. ALL players must have a physical exam before the start of the first practice.
SJMSAA Golf
Congratulations to the SPMS Raider Golf Team!
Elliot Beddard
Jackson Crandall
Brandon Good
David Russoman
Brandon Siple
Connor Sulivan
Caleb Sutherland
Joshua Veracruz
Hayden Zitzewitz
Practice will start on Wednesday, October 30 at 3:30 at South Hampton Golf Course.
SJMSAA Golf Tournament
Click here to view fall middle school golf tournament information through the SJMSAA.
Team Tennis Challenges
The USTA is sponsoring a Team Tennis Challenge. Click here to view flyer.
SPMS Road Raiders
Road Raiders will have practice from 2-3:30 pm on Tuesday, October 29th. We will have a race at Fruit Cove on Wednesday, October 30th. All students should be at Fruit Cove middle school (near the track) at 3pm. The race should begin at 3:30pm. Please find a way for your child to make it to the race. If you cannot take your child there, see if there is a friend that could give them a ride. There will be NO practice on Thursday, October 31st. Edmodo will have all information updated. Please email Ms. Piscitello at piscite@stjohns.k12.fl.us if you have any questions or concerns.
SPMS Winterguard
SPMS Winterguard Team would like to wish Good Luck to the 8th grade SPMS Winterguard Girls trying out for the Bartram B Team. We know you will do GREAT!
SPMS Winterguard continues practicing on Wednesday from 1-5:30.
Competition Schedule
Jan 18 - Premier (site stil TBA)
Feb 22 - Lyman HS (longwood FL)
Mar 1 - University HS (Orange City, FL)
Mar 8 - Freedom HS (Orlando, FL)
Mar 15 - Cypress Creek HS (Orlando,FL)
Mar 22 - Fletcher HS (Neptune Beach, FL)
Mar 28/29 - Championships (Daytona bch, FL)
SPMS Winterguard will be selling BOO-Grams from Oct 21-Oct 31. Students can purchase a BOO-Gram during any lunch to send to someone at school for a $1.00. The BOO-Gram will be delivered the next day during homeroom. Don't forget to bring your money and stop by the Winterguard Boo-Gram table at lunch to "Boo" someone special!!!
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Student Corner
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SPMS Dreams Come True Club- Next Meeting Oct 28th
To join the Dreams Come True Edmodo Group, please use the following code: na7u8c Visit often to learn of our club's activities. If you were unable to attend our first meeting, please come to our next meeting on Oct. 7th in Mrs. Bower's room, Portable 1. We look forward to a Great year with a Great group of SPMS students while working to make a dream come true for a child battling a life-threatening illness.
SPMS Winterguard BOO-Grams
SPMS Winterguard will be selling BOO-Grams from Oct 21-Oct 31. Students can purchase a BOO-Gram during any lunch to send to someone at school for a $1.00. The BOO-Gram will be delivered the next day during homeroom. Don't forget to bring your money and stop by the Winterguard Boo-Gram table at lunch to "Boo" someone special!!!
National Junior Honor Society will have applications available in October after the first Quarter grades are given out. Look for more information in upcoming Raider Raps.
Tutoring Club
Swiss Point MS will be working with The Tutoring Club to offer after school tutoring through The Tutoring Club but at Swiss Point after school two days a week.
Remember of check Edmodo for homework assignments.
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Student's Corner- Just for 8th Graders
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Washington DC Trip
We have filled 3 buses and are so excited!!! If you have paid money and you've had a change in plans and you can NOT go on the DC trip, please make sure you contact Mrs. DiDeo, Nereida.dideo@stjohns.k12.fl.us. We have several students on the "Waiting List" that would like to go. The last day to receive a refund is November 8th. Please remember for everyone going that ALL money is due by November 1st.
Remember to check Edmodo for homework assignments.
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Lunch Menu
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Week of October 28th
Monday - Macaroni & Cheese, BBQ Chicken Max Snax, Steamed Broccoli, Green Beans, Applesauce, Variety of Milk
Tuesday - Mini Corndogs, Mini Cheese Raviolis with Marinara Sauce & WG Garlic Bread stick, Spinach/Romaine Salad Mix with LF Dressing, Corn, Mixed Fruit, Mustard, Ketchup, Variety of Milk
Wednesday - Giorgio Cheese or Pepperoni Pizza, Chicken Fajita Salad & Choice of WG Garlic Bead stick, Baby Carrot & Cucumber Dippers with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Sweet Peas, Fresh Sliced Apples, Variety of Milk
Thursday - Hamburger on a Bun, Homestyle Chicken Sandwich, Potato Wedges, Baked Beans, Peaches, Lettuce, Tomato, Pickle Cup, Ketchup, Mustard, Mayo,Variety of Milk
Friday - Chicken Nuggets & Choice of WG Garlic Bread Stick, Hot Dog on a Bun, Cherry Tomato & Celery Stick Dippers with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Sweet Potato Puffs, Choice of 100% Juice: Apple, Apple Cherry or Fruit Punch, Dipping Sauce, Ketchup, Mustard, Variety of Milk
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From the District
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This new section will contain information coming from the St. Johns County School Board. Visit their website at www.stjohns.k12.fl.us
Superintendent's Weekly Review- 10/22/2013
The Superintendent's Weekly Review for this week is now posted at [ http://blogs.stjohns.k12.fl.us/supt/ ]http://blogs.stjohns.k12.fl.us/supt/. The newsletter can also be found on the home page of the St. Johns County School District website at
http://www.stjohns.k12.fl.us
Teen Defensive Driving
The St. Johns County School District is pleased to announce its partnership with the St. Johns County Tax Collectors Office to offer the Teen Defensive Driving course at all high schools in the district. This 28-hour program focuses on teaching students to be a defensive driver with knowledge of the laws that relate to the operation of a motor vehicle and safe driving procedures. The "behind the wheel" training includes braking, backing, parking and lateral control movements. Once a student can safely control a motor vehicle, 20 additional hours will be spent with other students driving on a variety of roadways, including I-95, with a certified instructor.
The reduced cost of the Teen Defensive Driving Program is $200 with a 10 percent discount for students who acquired their Learner Permit through their high school's course. Scholarships are also available for students who qualify for free or reduced lunch programs.
For schedule information or to register, go to
www.sjctax.us/DriverEducation.aspx or contacdt Ricky McIntryre at rmcintyre@sjctax.us or 904-209-2298
The District May Be Able to Help
Are you living in a shelter, motel, vehicle, or campground; on the street; in abandoned buildings; or living with friends or relatives to to an economic hardship, are you a teenager and living independently or with someone other than a parent or legal guardian; then you may be eligible to receive services provided under the McKinney-Vento Act. Contact your school Computer Operator or your local Homeless Liaison-Mr. Chris Stone @ 547-7589 for more details. You may also visit: http://www.stjohns.k12.fl.us/depts/student/homeless/
Parents as Partners
Click here to view the Parents as Partners, the St. Johns County School District ESE Department Newsletter. It contains detailed information regarding events, contact information and more.
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MacBeth at Bartram Trail High School
The drama students at BTHS would like to invite you to their fall performance of MacBeth.
Thursday, Oct. 31st & Friday, Nov. 2nd at 7pm
Saturday, Nov. 3rd at 2pm
Tickets are $10
There will be a costume contest with a prize to be given at the end of Thursday night's show (Halloween). Join us for a small gathering after the show for a toast and treats!
KidzArt Presents: Friday Night Teen Art Workshops!
Join us for our new TeenzArt workshops at River of Life United Methodist Church 2600 Race Track Road! Our art enriched "workouts" are packed full of challenging design projects and fun surprises intended to motivate students at this age level, and to push their creative potential to the max! Painting, drawing, printmaking, collage, and more! Workshops are from 6:30-8:00pm and are $20-$22 depending on the project scheduled. View our schedule online and view samples of our planned projects! First class is Friday, September 20th. Register for classes online at /www.simpson.kidzart.com or call (904) 287-8603
San Juan Del Rio Fall Festival
Click here to view flyer for the San Juan Del Rio 7th Annual Fall Festival located on 1718-State Road #13 St Johns, Fl 32259 3 miles south of Race Track Road. The festival is on November 1, 2, and 3 2013. There are rides, games, silent auction, Cafe San Juan, book nook, food/refreshments,
reverse draw dinner Saturday night, bingo, all ages talent show contest, free entertainment all 3 days, homemade
soup contest and our Giant Raffle with $7,000 in Cash Prizes.
For additional information contact Sal Santapola at saldesanta@gmail.com or287-3382. Visit the website atwww.sjdrparish.org/faal festival/ff.htm
HEAL and JCP Cares unite with a Fall Celebration
HEAL (Healing Every Autistic Life) and JCP Cares will be hosting a Fall Celebration on Sunday, October 27 from 1-3 at Plantation Park in Julington Creek Plantation. Click here to view flyer. For the kids, there will be a bounce house, pumpkin painting, games (such as boo bowling, a skeleton bone hunt, bean bag toss and more), a storytime blanket and a Lego corner. There will be information about resources available for Mom and Dad. (Bottled water will be available but no food or candy will be served at this event so you might want to bring your own snacks.) A big thank you to Publix for donating the pumpkins and bottled water.We are also looking for students who want to volunteer to help out with this event. It would be a great opportunity for those needing service hours. Chili's Fundraiser Chili's at Bartram Crossing on Old St. Augustine Road is hosting a fundraiser for us on Tues. Oct. 8 from 11am-11pm. If you take in our coupon they will donate 10% of your check to us. We will be giving these funds to HEAL. So please put it on your calendar now!! Please let your family, friends and neighbors know as well. Click here to print coupon. Contact Linda Gomolka for any questions or information at lgomolka@jcpcares.org or 327-6144
"18th Annual Ancient City Kid Day"
EPIC Behavioral Healthcare
1400 Old Dixie Highway
St. Augustine, FL 32084
(904) 829-2273
Contact: Teresa Andrews
St. Augustine, FL - Attention Parents! Looking for something fun to do with your kids that doesn't cost a lot of money? Then the 18th Annual Ancient City Kids Day is for you! Ancient City Kids Day will be held on Saturday, October 26, 2013 from 11am-3pm at Francis Field on Castillo Drive. This event, coordinated by local agencies, is a day of fun-filled activities for children and families. The event is free for the public, and will include over 40 youth service agencies offering carnival style games and activities, arts and crafts, contests for the kids and free entertainment all day plus Smokey the Bear. No child will leave empty-handed as t-shirts, prizes or goodies are given out all day. Educational information on resources in our community is available for parents. The only cost to the public will be for food or drinks. Ancient City Kids Day has grown to be one of St. Augustine's biggest youth activities, and is a popular event for the whole family. Last year's event brought approximately 3,000 people out for the fun. For more information, please feel free to contact EPIC Behavioral Healthcare at 829-2273.
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