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Greetings!
We hope you enjoyed fun Halloween celebrations in and out of your child's class! With Fall in full swing, we are all grateful to have clean water and power restored, and are starting to notice the darker evenings with the clock falling back an hour. November also brings us an opportunity to engage in civic duty on Election day, honor our Veterans, and slow down and remember the things we are thankful for. November also brings noon release days for report cards and Parent-Teacher conferences. We wish all the best to you and yours as we close out our first trimester of the 2014-15 school year.
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Mark Your Calendars
November 6th - 9:30AM PTA General Membership Meeting
November 8th - IMS PTSA Ski and Sport Swap
November 11th - NO SCHOOL/VETERANS DAY
November 13th - BoxTops Collection Day
November 14th - 9:30AM - 12:00PM PTA Island Books Brunch & Browse
November 14th - NOON DISMISSAL for report card prep
November 15th - MIPA Toy Swap
November 17th - Staff/Teacher Appreciation Lunch
November 20th-26th - NOON DISMISSAL for Parent-Teacher Conferences |
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WEST MERCER ANNOUNCEMENTS
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THANK YOU!
A GIANT Thank You to all MISF Phone-A-Thon Volunteers!
Thank you to all of the parents who volunteered to make your child's class Halloween party a fun event!
A huge THANK YOU to all the parents who helped with Vision and Hearing Screening this year! The power outage only slightly derailed our schedule on Monday thanks to all of those who answered the last minute call to come in on Thursday and finish the job! We appreciate your flexibility and your willingness to help! Thanks also to the teachers for working with us and our crazy schedule on Monday.
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Nancy Burrill, West Mercer's beloved 1st Grade teacher, passed away Sunday October 19th. Our school has lost a wonderful, caring educator, and her vibrant energy and kind heart will be deeply missed in our community. Our thoughts are with Nancy's family and friends in this difficult time.
Nancy expressly requested that no services be held for her, but there is a way for the West Mercer community to honor Nancy's memory. Details about how to contribute are on the West Mercer website.
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Join Us for West Mercer's Brunch & Browse at Island Books on Friday, November 14th in Honor of Nancy Burrill.
Nancy Burrill was a devoted supporter of this annual event and adored books. So, we decided to celebrate her memory with this years' Brunch and Browse fundraiser in her honor.
When you shop ANY TIME on November 14th and mention West Mercer at checkout, Island Books will generously donate 20% of your purchase to the West Mercer PTA. Teacher wish lists will be on hand, should you wish to donate a book directly to your child's classroom library. It's also a great opportunity to pick up holiday gifts, stock up on birthday presents and purchase gift cards for any occasion.
Grab your friends and make it a morning mingle from 9:30 a.m. to Noon. Enjoy beverages and tasty treats while shopping with fellow West Mercer parents. Organizers, Andrea Dickstein, Christina Hendelman & Susan Szafir look forward to seeing you there!
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BoxTops Collection
Wolves please turn in your BoxTops and Labels for Education on Thursday, November 13th.
We'll be collecting them under the covered area during lunch recess - help your school PTA, and receive a prize for every 50 BoxTops/Labels turned in!
Questions - please contact
wmboxtopsandlabels@gmail.com
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After School Art Clubs
on Conference Days
CONFERENCE DAY ART CLUBS
Each November, West Mercer schedules five noon dismissal days to allow for parent/teacher conferences. The West Mercer PTA offers tuition-based after school art classes on these days.
These classes meet immediately after school, at the school, from noon until 5pm and are available to students in kindergarten through fifth grade. You may enroll your child for one day or all five days. More information here. |
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Reflections Art Contest
The Reflections Program is a National and Washington State PTA cultural arts competition, purposed with providing an opportunity for students to use their creative talents to express themselves through their own original works.
Reflections challenges students to create art that supports a specific theme. Themes are selected from thousands of ideas submitted by students to National PTA's Theme Search. The 2014-15 Reflections theme is:
"The world would be a better place if..."
West Mercer Deadline: Monday, Dec 1, 2014 (entry form)
Winners will be honored at the District Award Ceremony on Feb 11. Top winners at the National level receive prizes up to $800.
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Mercer Island's Dine Local Campaign and West Mercer's Dine Local Day
Dine Local on November 10th-
Help Support Our Local MI Businesses!
In partnership with the City of Mercer Island, West Mercer's PTA is designating Monday, November 10th, as our official "Dine Local" Day. The Dine Local Campaign supports Mercer Island restaurants in their attempt to regain crucial revenue lost as a result of the recent e.Coli related imposed shutdowns and power outages.
Our WM PTA is encouraging our families and community members to patronize local restaurants on November 10th as a sign of our collective support! Let's all make a difference together and keep it local!
More information about the Dine Local Campaign may be found here.
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SCHOOL DISTRICT ANNOUNCEMENTS
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Mercer Island Band Boosters Presents: BAND TOGETHER
A Band Fundraiser for Grades 5 - 12
Saturday, November 22, 2014
6:00 - 10:00 pm
Mercer Island Community Center
Come together. Don't miss this unique evening to support Mercer Island School District band programs. The evening's theme, "Rockin' the Casbah," will feature an eclectic mix of music, wine, beer, hors d'oeuvres and desserts with a Moroccan flair along with one-of-a-kind Live and Silent auction items. Tickets for this adults only event are available in limited quantity for $75 per person.
For tickets, visit www.misbb.org
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SKI AND SPORTS SWAP
Needs Your Help!
IMS PTSA Ski & Sports Swap will be
November 8, from 8am -2pm
VOLUNTEERS STILL NEEDED
This annual tradition is a wonderful opportunity to come out for a few hours and make a huge difference AND be first in line for the sale! |
You may have seen the story, "School district launches online construction update tool". Through these facilities web pages, the district will provide regular updates to the community regarding the three targeted facilities projects to address school overcrowding authorized in the February 2014 special election.
The online construction tool is available here.
Updates will also be posted through the district Facebook and Twitter accounts.
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Boundary Committee Updates
The Superintendent has established a boundary committee, convened during the fall of 2014 and the winter of 2015 to recommend new elementary boundaries, given Elementary #4 will open on the North Mercer campus in the fall of 2016. The process is open to the public, and general input will be solicited in early 2015, followed by a public hearing.
More information is available here. |
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Boys and Girls Club Winter Athletic Programs are Coming
Mercer Island Boys and Girls Club offers a number of active programs for kids throughout the fall and winter, including:
- Basketball
- Parkour
- Wrestling
- Yellow Yoga
- Futsal
- Baseball try-outs
Programs are ongoing. See the flyer,
Also, don't forget: Registration opens for Spring programs Nov. 15 for Little League, Softball, T-Ball, Sluggers, Soccer, Track and Field, and Volleyball.
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Toy Swap is Coming Soon!
November 15 at IMS
Every year, MIPA organizes a giant consignment sale of gently used toys, children's clothes and equipment. Clean out your closets and be a seller, and/or come and pick up great bargains. The proceeds (35% of consignment sales, 100% of donations sales) go toward funding MIPA charities and operations.
When: Saturday, Nov 15th, 9 - 11 am | 12 - 1 pm (Half-price sale)
MIPA members can enter at 8:45 am! Volunteers can shop the pre-sale on Friday night (5-item limit)
Where: Islander Middle School 8225 SE 72nd St., Mercer Island
Upcoming Item Drop-Offs: You can drop off items for the toy swap: Wed, Nov 12 7-9PM, Old Boys & Girls Club (on WMW) Thurs, Nov 13 7-9PM, Old Boys & Girls Club (on WMW) Fri, Nov 14 4:30-7PM Islander Middle School Clothes and shoes will be accepted, but some items may be donated to Youth and Family Services or other children's charities. We are striving for a more manageable inventory of desirable clothes/shoes for the event More information about donating available here. If you have questions or would like to volunteer, please email Toy Swap Co-Chairs Becky McKanna or Christy Shiers.
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Mercer Island CrossFit offers programs for kids at the SJCC
Make physical activity fun with CrossFit Kids! Mercer Island CrossFit offers weekly fitness classes for kids ages 5-10 years old. CrossFit Kids focuses on finding fun and active ways to teach kids healthy movements, nutrition, team building, emotion regulation, and social skills. Classes are taught by a Licensed Mental Health Therapist with certifications in NASM-CPT and CF Level 1.
Mercer Island CrossFit is located in the Stroum Jewish Community Center. Classes are Tuesday's & Thursdays at 4pm.
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What is Futsal? It's fast paced, action packed and FUN!
- Taught by IAS Professionals
- Small rosters = more touches
- Small fields/goals and out of bounds lines improve ball control, foot coordination and agility
- NO booting the ball and NO standing around
- Played indoors at the PEAK
- Team jersey supplied
- Friend requests accomodated
Registration for players U6 through U14. Register through the Mercer Island Boys and Girls Club
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Mercer Island FC (MIFC) is proud to announce a NEW program! Fall Technical Director "TD" Friday Academy
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K, 1st & 2nd grade
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IMS Turf
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4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
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3rd & 4th grade
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IMS Turf
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5:00 - 6:00 p.m.
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5th grade and older
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Island Crest Park
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6:15 - 7:15 p.m.
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Learn more here!
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hosted by MI Parks & Recreation and MI Fire
Gather with your family, friends & neighbors for an evening of holiday merriment at the community tree lighting ceremony and caroling at Mercerdale Park. Radio Disney will be at Mercerdale Park with music and activities starting at 5:30pm thanks to sponsorship by Republic Services. Arts & crafts, Santa photos, treats and musical entertainment will follow at the Firehouse. Bring an unwrapped toy for the Toys for Tots drive to help a child in need have a better holiday season.
Age: All Ages
Date: Friday, December 5
Time: 5:30pm - 6:30pm (Radio Disney Activities*)
6:30pm - 7pm (Tree Lighting & Caroling*)
7pm - 8:30pm (Firehouse Munch & Activities**)
Fee: FREE
Location: *Mercerdale Park & **North Fire Station
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Mercer Island Parks and Recreation is offering an opportunity for a Parents Night Out!
Enjoy a night out with your spouse, friends, or just chilling at home without your kids.
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Bellevue Magic Season
Ice Arena
Dates: Nov. 28, 2014 - Jan. 11, 2015
Skate and celebrate at the Magic Season Ice Arena, the region's largest open-air holiday ice skating experience! This beloved Magic Season tradition is the perfect memory-making activity for family and friends. The festive venue offers shelter for all-weather skating, seasonal food and beverage concessions, music from STAR 101.5. This is also an easy fundraising opportunity for our school. Simply tell the attendant at the entrance which school you are from and each student attending will raise $3 for their school's PTA.
Click here for more information.
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Hola, Ni Hao, and Bonjour! Sponge language classes are just getting started for the year at the Mercer Island Elementary schools, and you can still sign up for class! We offer a research-based, exciting and engaging curriculum taught primarily in the target language. Our goal is to help build comprehension and communication skills through active learning -- which means lots of games, stories and songs! It's not too late to join the fun!
Classes for Spanish, French and Mandarin are held before and after school at all three Mercer Island Elementary schools. Busing is available between schools, so your children can learn their favorite language regardless of the school they attend. Visit www.spongeschool.com/sign-up/ and select the big pink "Mercer Island Elementary Registration" button to register. Contact us by email at info@spongeschool.com or call us at 425.274.5188 with any questions.
Register now and secure your spot in class!
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TechSmartKids - After School
Computer Programming Course
TechSmartKids, a leading provider of computer science and physical computing education for elementary and middle school students is offering after school computer programming classes for West Mercer students and the community.
Enrollment
Enroll Online: http://www.TechSmartKids.com
Enroll by phone: 425-786-7824
TechSmartKids Fall 2014 Courses available here.
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The Wolf newsletter will go out on the first and third Thursday of each month. If you have any announcements that you would like to appear in an upcoming newsletter, please send in your submissions by the end of business day on Monday prior to publication. Submissions can be made to: westmercernewsletter@gmail.com.
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