Thursday Folder

3/21/13

From the Desk of Mr. G

Thank You!

I attended the PTA meeting Tuesday evening and was again reminded of the amazing support and inspiring talents of our school community. The time and work our parents, volunteers, PTA chairpersons, and staff dedicate to make a difference for kids is unparalleled. I also was reminded of an easy way for parents to contribute to our school and hope you'll check it out...

Target "Take Charge of Education"

Target donates 1% of REDcard purchases to Greenwood if families designate our school! (Approximately 150 REDcard holders have already designated Greenwood as their school.)

If you have a REDcard, simply go to Target.com and follow the links below:

*the REDcard

*card benefits

*Take Charge of Education (our school ID# is 65708)

Applying for a credit card in store takes ID and a few minutes. Applying for the debit card just takes a blank check along with ID and a few minutes; personal information will not be shared. Thanks for your consideration and support!

MCA Testing Dates

Greenwood's 3rd through 5th grade students will take the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment (MCA) test following Spring Break this year. Reading tests will be on April 16 and 17. Math tests will be taken online beginning with 3rd grade the week of April 22, followed by 4th and 5th grade the week of April 29. For 5th grade only, the Science test will be held on May 14 and 15. The attached testing schedule is subject to change, but the state has firm "testing windows" that our school and district must adhere to.

We appreciate everything you do to support student learning. Please remember that good attendance, punctuality, a balanced diet and adequate sleep are important all school year; and remain important as 3rd through 5th grade students put forth their best efforts on the state reading and math assessments.

Kind regards,

Mr. Brad Gustafson, Principal

Third grade musical tomorrow

Greenwood's 3rd grade students will present their Spring musical tomorrow, March 22, 2013, titled "Ancient Civilization Music." There will be two performances: 9 am for staff and students and 1:15 pm for parents. The musical will be held in the gym and will last approximately 45 minutes. Parents are asked to sign-in at the greeters desk.

Discount on PE equipment

Students who want to purchase "cool" equipment, used in Ms Hurwitz's current juggling, balancing and spinning PE unit, can take advantage of a 5 percent discount at Air Traffic (Ridgedale location only). To receive the discount, you must mention Mary Hurwitz.

Volleyball class starts April 16

"Serve" up some fun starting April 16 by joining other 4th and 5th grade students in an afterschool Volleyball class with Miss Hurwitz. To register, visit www.ceregistration.wayzata.k12.mn.us.

Save the date ...

Mark your calendars! Saturday, May 18th is Greenwood's Twins Event. Reserved tickets are available for the 6:10 p.m. game against the Boston Red Socks. Families can sit with all of their Greenwood friends in the Homerun Porch View section for only $19 a ticket. Tickets will go quickly so order right away! Click here for details and to print an order form. Forms and payment are due to Greenwood's office by April 19.

Grizz sets new goal

Greenwood has done an AWESOME job to get Grizz to the top of the mountain. The goal of 5,000 Box Tops was reached easily! Have you noticed the bulletin board this week? The MOUNTAIN GOT BIGGER and GRIZZ WANTS TO CLIMB EVEN HIGHER! His new goal is to collect 10,000 Box Tops!! Help Grizz continue his journey up the mountain. Ask your friends, neighbors and relatives to cut out and save their Box Tops for you. Students will be entered in a random drawing for prizes each time they turn in a completed collection sheet.

Worth Repeating

Yearbook orders due April 5

Greenwood's 2012-2013 yearbook can be ordered online through April 5 at https://ybpay.lifetouch.com/. You will need to enter Greenwood's school code 2180813. Click here for more information.

Read-a-thon pledges

Last call for Read-a-thon Pledges. Please turn them into classroom teachers or the office. Checks can be made out to Greenwood PTA. Click here to print a tax receipt. If you have any questions please contact Ann Ciardelli at annciardelli@gmail.com.