Construction Update
Next school year Greenwood will have a new gym and four new classrooms. We anticipate breaking ground later in November. The additional space is part of a "right-sizing" process designed to help elementary buildings realize optimal capacity levels for current enrollment projections. You may have noticed that some preliminary construction work has already begun. The playground on the east side of our school (adjacent to 101) is being relocated to make room for the new addition. We anticipate the playground "re-opening" for student access in the next week. I wanted to assure parents and staff that the bricks that were engraved and donated to help fund the original playground are being relocated along with the playground. They will remain an important part of the "Greenwood story" and students will continue to share many smiles on the equipment that was purchased as a result of the amazing generosity and work of our school community.
This is Carnival Country!
After months of planning and lots of eager anticipation....the carnival is here! YES!!!!! Please join us tomorrow (Friday) from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. for an evening of fun. There are some AMAZING gift baskets assembled for the silent auction and the Time and Talent (TNT) auction is sure to be a hit! The current "buzz" that I'm hearing is all about the "Adopt-a-Stuffed-Animal" game and great food and friends everyone will be connecting with. I want to thank everyone for their tremendous support and generosity. The carnival represents the true power of the word TEAMWORK and what we can do together to live out the PTA motto; making more happen for kids!
I'll see you at the carnival!
Mr. Brad Gustafson
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Partners in Art Meeting is Tonight
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A reminder there will be an informational meeting at 6:30 p.m., TONIGHT, for Partners in Art (PIA). The meeting will take place in the media center. Activities for each PIA lesson will be discussed and volunteers will be able to sign up for lessons. Teachers that still need volunteers are: Lund, Barnes and Demerchant. For more information, click HERE or contact Michelle Cherne at mmcherne@gmail.com.
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The Carnival is Tomorrow Night!
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Join the fun at Greenwood's Carnival tomorrow night from 5:30-8:30 pm! For a detailed Carnival Guide click HERE and for a Carnival Map, click HERE. Some of the exciting Carnival highlights are listed below...
JUNK FOOD
We are still in need of donations to make one of the most popular games a success! We will accept sweet and salty snacks and two-liter bottles of pop at the Greenwood office through Friday, October 26.
NEW ROOMS
"Buy-a-Book" Room - for only one ticket, kids can get a book. Come early as limited quantities are available. We also will have a Henna Tattoo artist - available until 7 PM.
SILENT AUCTION
We have many great items to bid on: autographed sports items, Gopher Hockey and Basketball tickets, a Stages Theatre Family four-pack of tickets and hotel packages! Be sure to check out classroom theme baskets and Time-N-Talent items too!
VOLUNTEERS
We are still in need of Greenwood adult volunteers to make this a successful event. Click www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4FA4A82C7-carnival to sign up.
SENSORY OR MEDICAL NEEDS FAMILIES
If your child would benefit from early admission to the carnival, please contact Kristy Maas at 763-745-5507 or kristy.maas@wayzata.k12.mn.us.
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Picture Retakes are October 30
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Lifetouch will be at Greenwood on Tuesday, October 30, for picture retakes. If your child would like to have their picture retaken, they should bring their proofs (a new form is not needed). If your child missed picture day, please have them pick up a form in the office.
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Health rescreening will take place on Friday, November 2. Students that failed their first hearing and/or vision tests will be rescreened. If your child failed their vision test because they were not wearing their glasses, please make sure they wear them on November 2. Questions can be directed to Mary Stoehr-Nessen at mary.stoehr-nessen@wayzata.k12.mn.us or 763-745-5515.
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Innisbrook Delivery Volunteers Needed
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Volunteers are still needed to help on Innisbrook delivery day Monday, November 5. Available shifts are 2:30-4:00, 4:00-6:00 and 6:00-8:00 p.m., with the greatest need during the first shift. Volunteers will help organize and distribute orders to families via our convenient drive-up service. To volunteer, please contact Heather Felt at hjfelt@comcast.net or Greta Homme at gahomme@gmail.com.
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PTA-Sponsored Staff Lunches
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Do you like to cook or bake? Three times each year the PTA provides lunch for the Greenwood staff to show our appreciation. Our growing school now has more than 100 employees! More volunteers are needed to provide lunch for the staff. If you are willing to drop off a dish for one or more of the luncheons, please contact Chris Buelow at chrissybuelow@gmail.com. The first staff lunch is Tuesday, November 27.
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The Wayzata Youth Wrestling 2012-2013 season is underway! Registration and the first practice will be held at 5:45, November 13, in the high school wrestling room. Pre-registration is available at www.wyw12.com. Participation is open to all students in grades K-8. Our primary goal is to teach the fundamentals of wrestling in a way that makes it fun! Wrestlers will have the opportunity to learn the rules, scoring and basic moves to be successful in the sport. Benefits of the program include: improved coordination skills, endurance, balance, flexibility and strength. There are numerous competitions where coaching will be provided and participation is optional. For additional information, contact us at info@wayzatawrestling.com, call 612-718-3007, or visit wayzatawrestling.com.
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What's New in Community Education
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To browse for classes or to register visit: www.ceregistration.wayzata.k12.mn.us.
Destination Imagination registration deadline extended to November 2! Visit www.wayzatadi.org for more information.
Young Scientist Roundtable - November 13 at CMS 7:00 pm - From Crayons to Lipitor: The Art of Molecular Construction. Learn more at www.wayzata.k12.mn.us/ysr.
Extreme Legos - Wheels and Axels - Investigate scientific principles as you build the fastest race car!
Make and Take Your Cake - Learn the art of cake decorating from a professional cake decorator.
Grandmasters of Chess - A second fall session is now available, register today!
Project Runway - Learn to use a sewing machine and sew your own clothing.
Holiday Cookies Bake 'n Take: Child-Adult Class - Work together in a small group to make and take home six or more dozen holiday goodies!
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Lunch Menu
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To view October's lunch menu, click HERE.
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Events
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Tonight - PIA Meeting
October 26 - Carnival
October 30 - Picture Retakes
November 2 - Health Rescreening
November 5 -Innisbrook Delivery Day
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