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La Liaison
A Publication of the Normandale PTO
November 1, 2013
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Coming Up Next Week
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NOVEMBER
4 Vision Screenings: Grades 1, 3, and 5
5 Hearing Screenings: Grades K, 1, and 2
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Principal's Weekly
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Dear Families,
Important reminders for next week:
- SUNDAY--We "fall back" and gain an hour with the time change
- MONDAY--Vision screenings for grades 1, 3, and 5.
- TUESDAY--Hearing screenings for grades K, 1, and 2.
Our first official "late start" day was a success! Our teachers were given the opportunity to improve differentiated instruction by working in collaborative teams, sharing ideas and learning from their peers. Our students then arrived on time and the day continued as normal. Thank you for helping to make this important day for our teachers a reality.
Switching gears, I'm excited to announce we are going to pilot a student newspaper in our enrichment classes. A student-led school newspaper provides students with an authentic purpose for reading and writing, as well as offering a platform for leadership and creativity. The entire student population will be invited to participate in a contest "concours" to determine the name of the newspaper. Flyers with details will go home with students next week and will be posted on the Normandale website.
The months are flying by and good things are happening here at Normandale every day.
My door is always open,
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Health Screening Volunteers Needed
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The two senses that are vital to our children's school experience are seeing and hearing. Testing these senses is an easy process and the more volunteers we have the smoother the process. Please consider signing up for the annual health screening on Monday and Tuesday, November 4th & 5th.
Three shifts available - take one shift or more!
(Note: at the bottom of the spreadsheet, there are tabs for the various volunteer activities. Click the "Health Screening" tab.)
If you have any questions, please contact the Health Screen Coordinator:
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Special Project Needs Volunteers
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Parents,
The district is requesting parent volunteers for a new math initiative at Normandale. We are looking for one coordinator for Normandale and four parents per grade 1-5. This is a job that can be done at home. Please sign up by November 6th.
Please read the below message from Scott Woelber, K-12 Mathematics Coordinator at Edina Public Schools:
In preparation for the basic facts training day on November 26, Normandale needs to create a box of supplies that each teacher can take back to their classroom to help their students practice basic facts strategies. Doing the marking, sticking, and packing ahead of time will make the training time much more efficient.
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First Grade Art Classes
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 Calling all Fir st Grade Parents,
You have been blessed by a wonderful new opportunity to be in the classrooms with the kids. Mme French-Amara has requested help for her first grade art classes. It is a great way to get to know the kids in the class. Currently, there is room for two parents each week; if Mme French-Amara needs more, she will let us know.
Make sure you look for your teacher's name on the left side and sign up for the correct class. Barring any early release or late start adjustments, your class times are as follows:
Heffelfinger - Tuesday 12:00 - 1:00
Schonecker - Wednesday, 12:00 - 1:00
Coen-Pesch - Thursday 1:45 - 2:45
Norlander - Friday 1:45 - 2:45
Linda Lutgen
Normandale Volunteer Coordinator
2013 - 2014
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Deadline TODAY: French Enrichment Classes
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Don't forget that French Enrichment classes begin next Wednesday, November 6th! If you have not submitted your forms yet, there are still spaces available. Go to the Edina Interns website for more information and a sign up form, and submit it to the Normandale office TODAY, Friday, November 1st.
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Promoting Good Attendance
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Let's Help Our Terrific Interns
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Fun Thanksgiving Tradition
The Interns will be having a traditional Thanksgiving experience this year on Saturday, November 9th. We're looking for people to help teach them how to make some traditional foods. We're also looking for people willing to donate some of the food items. Please sign up to help or donate!
Can I Catch a Ride?
Help! It's getting cold and our interns need assistance getting around town. If you're already a volunteer, great - and thank you for driving our interns! If you aren't, the Neighborhood Network is an automated system that interns use to request rides from volunteer parents. Use this form to sign-up and make their lives easier.
Have a Coat to Spare?
Please also don't forget that our interns need warm clothing for this winter. Our school has a lending network that the interns can make requests for items they'd like to borrow.
The Intern Committee, IOC
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| Fun and Fundraising |
Let the Fun Begin!
Don't Be The One Left Behind!
As of today, 110 other Normandale and Valley View parents, teachers and interns have registered to attend the annual fundraising party at Pinstripes!
This adults-only fundraiser is one of the highlights of the school year. It is when all the supporters of the french program get together to raise money for our intern program and Have Fun! Bowling, Bocce, Dancing, Great Food and Drinks, Silent Auction and Community Connections - all at Pinstripes on Saturday November 16 at 7:00 pm.
Calling All Beverage Lovers!
We need more bottles to make the Bottle Bonanza a success. The more variety of bottles we collect, the more fun it will be!
Drop off at:
5336 Kellogg Avenue OR 4600 Casco Avenue
Restaurants, Braces, a CHAINSAW!
These are some of the items that will available at the Silent Auction, definitely something for everyone, but we need More! We are collecting gift certificates, theater or sporting event tickets, or any other item you are able to donate for the Silent Auction and Mystery Boxes.
Paddle Tennis Party, Ladies Night Out, Skating Parties...
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New Staff Bio: Kris Hayes
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Bonjour!
My Name is Kris Hayes and I am excited to be the new part-time Media Assistant here at Normandale Elementary School. When I'm not at Normandale you will find me in the South View Media Center where I have worked for eight years. I'm enjoying the opportunity to work with the elementary-age students and am quickly learning which authors and titles are popular with this fun and energetic group!
My husband, Joe, and I have lived and raised our two daughters in Edina for 24 years - actually he has lived here much longer as he graduated from Edina East! I grew up in Cedar Rapids, IA and graduated from Shattuck-St. Mary's and then from Gustavus. Our daughter Kelly graduated last May from the College of St. Benedict and is happily employed as a Youth Minister. Our daughter Lauren is a Global Business and French Major at the College of St. Benedict and is currently studying abroad in Cannes, France this semester. She is reveling in the opportunity to explore the country and language she grew to love while she was a student here at Normandale!
I'm happy to be spending time again in the Normandale hallways. Thanks for the warm welcome!
Kris Hayes
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Last Week's News
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Previously included La Liaison articles are listed below in case you missed them.
- Principal's Update
- Late Start Info
- French Enrichment Classes
- Intern Lending Network
- Message From The Health Office
- Pinstripes Fundraiser
- Innisbrook Fundraiser Summary
- Art Adventure
- Meet New Staff: Salmeye Issoufou
- PTO Dues Reminder
You can always view last week's newsletter on Normandale's PTO website or on the Newsletters page of the Normandale Website.
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Happening in the Community
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THIS WEEKEND: The Legend of Sleepy Hollow
 Thu Oct 31, 7:00 pm - Trick or treat at 6:30 pm! Fri Nov 1, 7:00 pm Sat Nov 2, 10:30 am and 2:30 pm
South View Middle School 4725 South View Lane, Edina
THIS WEEKEND: Edina High School Varsity Band Carnival Concert
"A Concert Just for Kids" 
Saturday, November 2
High School Commons 6 p.m. - Carnival Games
Fick Auditorium 6:30 p.m. - Kid's Concert
Cost: General Admission - $3;
Kids 12 and under - Free
The Edina High School Varsity Band will be hosting its first ever Carnival Concert. The concert is geared towards children 12 years of age and under with carnival games and special guest musicians (elementary music teachers) to play a few pieces with the band. There will even be an instrument petting zoo where the children can touch and see the different instruments that will be used in the concert.
For more information, please contact Band Director Andy Richter at 952-848-3034.
School Board Elections Edina voters will go to the polls on Tuesday, November 5 to elect four school board members. Each of the terms will be for four years: January 1, 2014 through December 31, 2017. More information: www.edinaschools.org/Page/2462 Fiddler On The Roof, presented by the Edina High School Thespians 
November 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16 at 7:00 pm Matinee Performance: Saturday, November 16 at 1:00 p.m. (this performance is General Admission only) Edina Performing Arts Center 6754 Valley View Road, Edina Click Here For: TICKET INFORMATION
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