| Recycling Contest - Started Nov 5th | |
 Article SubheadingWe're collecting more than used ink cartridges and cell phones this year. Please send those items in, as well as, video games/systems, DVD movies, old laptops, digital cameras, GPS systems and iPods. We're collecting it all! Be sure to mark your items with your child's room number. The contest runs November 5th through December 7th. The winning class will receive a $50 check to spend as it chooses. |
| Student Recognition Assemblies | |
 Article SubheadingThe first of our student recognition assemblies will take place this week:
Nov 8th at 1:30pm - K & 1st Grade Nov 8th at 2:30pm - 4-6th Grades Nov 9th at 2:30pm - 2 & 3rd Grades
If your child is being recognized, we hope you can attend. Students take pleasure in sharing this time with their families. Honorees are encouraged to donate a refreshment for the reception that follows the assembly. |
| Veteran's Day - No School on Nov 12th | |
 Article SubheadingReminder that there will no school on Monday, November 12th in observance of Veteran's Day -- a day to honor and thank all military personnel who have served our country. |
| Parent /Teacher Conferences - Nov 13-16 | |
 Article SubheadingParent-Teacher Conferences will be held November 13-16th. Conferences are a dedicated time for you to discuss the academic and social progress of your child with his/her teacher. Information on how to make your conference as effective as possible is posted on the Holmes Web Site.
PLEASE NOTE: there is an early 1:15pm dismissal every day during Conference week. |
| Thanksgiving Holiday - No School Nov 19-23 | |
 Article SubheadingAll San Diego Unified schools and offices will be CLOSED November 19th-23rd for Thanksgiving Break. Schools and SDUSD facilities will reopen on Monday, Nov. 26. Enjoy this time with your family! |
| Free Movie Night - Nov 30th | |
 Article SubheadingBring your blankets, low chairs and friends for a FREE movie night in the Holmes Auditorium on Friday, November 30th. Hot dogs, candy, chips, popcorn and drinks (including Jamba Juice), will be available for purchase.
The movie will be Madagascar 3 and will start at 6:30pm. Be sure to mark your calendars, you don't want to miss the fun!
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| One Day Book Fair - Nov 30th | |
 Article SubheadingCome to Our Buy One, Get One FREE Book Fair on Friday, November 30th. Held in conjunction with Movie Night, this mini Book Fair will take place in Room 19 from 3:00pm - 8:30pm for one day only! |
| PTA Member Perks | |
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If you joined the PTA, thank you! You will be receiving your Membership Card soon. As a Holmes PTA Member, you are also a member of the National and State PTAs and are entitled to special savings and discounts. Be sure to activate your card today to receive special offers from OfficeMax and Hertz.
 Download the attached list of National PTA offers. The California State PTA offers additional PTA member perks.
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| Garden Volunteers Needed | |
 Article SubheadingVolunteers are needed to help with the watering and upkeep of the gardens located in the kindergarten yard and the second grade corridor. Volunteer time could be a one time event or on a regular basis. If interested in helping out, please contact Christine Groves at 619-723-9542 or email christine.groves@holmespta.org. |
