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La Liaison
A Publication of the Normandale PTO
November 22, 2013
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Coming Up Next Week
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NOVEMBER
22 Gift wrap pick up, Auditorium 2:30- 5:30 PM
25 - 29 Fall Break
25 Conferences
25 Gift wrap pick up, Auditorium 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
DECEMBER
6 Barnes & Noble Bookfair
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Lost and Found Overrunneth
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The Normandale lost and found area is HEAPING with lost items! Make sure you visit during your child's conferences to peek through the jungle. All items will be donated after Thanksgiving break.
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Incoming Kindergarten Sibling Preference for 2014
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For current Normandale families with a child who will be kindergarten age by September 2014, please remember that to receive "sibling preference" for Normandale, you must notify the district office by 4:00 PM on January 13, 2014.
You should have already received your mailing from the district. Instead of an envelope this year, it is a 5-fold cardstock brochure with the "pink" Program Preference Form as one of the panels. There are different options this year for submitting your information.
1) You can tear this "pink" page off and mail it in. You will receive an email confirmation that it has been received.
2) You can drop it off at the Welcome Center on the first floor of the Edina Community Center.
3) You can fill it out online. The web address is listed on the pink page. You will receive a message that your form has been submitted.
Information turned in after the deadline will be numbered in the order received and placed at the end of the waitlist if a lottery is necessary.
If you should have any questions about the process, please contact the Normandale office at 952-848-4100.
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Principal's Weekly
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Dear Families,
One reminder for next week: enjoy the time with your wonderful children!
Thank you so much for your support and commitment to making Normandale a remarkable school. When you're in the building next Monday attending conferences, you're welcome to stop by the office. My door is always open.
With best wishes to you for an enjoyable Thanksgiving break,
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Conferences with Specialists
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Below is a list of our school specialists and the times they are available for conferences. You can drop in during these open office hours or, if you prefer, you can contact the specialist by phone or email to make an appointment.
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Mme Evelyn Emerson
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11/25
12/3, 12/4,12/5 & 12/10
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8am-4pm
4pm-5pm
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M Matt Peterson
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11/25
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12pm-4pm (conference room)
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M John Hannemann
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11/25
12/2
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8am-4pm (ND Media Ctr)
4pm-8pm (ND Media Ctr)
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Mlle Julie Hoecherl
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11/25
12/5
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12:30-4pm (ND Media Ctr)
3:30pm-6:30pm (ND media Ctr)
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Mme French-Amara
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11/25
12/2, 12/3, 12/4 & 12/5
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8am-4pm
4pm-5pm
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Mme Sandi Stein
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11/25
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8am-4pm
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12/2 & 12/3
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4pm-5:30pm
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Mme Chandra Bushard
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11/25
12/2 & 12/5
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8am-5pm
3:30pm-5:30pm
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Mme Pearson
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11/25
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8am-4pm
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12/2 & 12/4
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4pm-6pm
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Innisbrook Order Pick-Up
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The Innisbrook orders have arrived!
You may pick up your order in the Normandale auditorium at the following times:
- Friday 11/22 2:30- 5:30 PM
- Monday 11/25 (Conference Day-no school) 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
If you are unable to pick up your order on these dates, please contact Jennifer Scott to arrange an alternate time.
We could also use some more volunteers on Monday 11/25. Please sign up for a shift.
Thank you for your participation!
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Prepare Your Shopping Lists!
Tackle some of your holiday shopping and support the Normandale Intern Program at this year's Barnes & Noble Book Fair in the Galleria! Join us for this year's event on December 6th any time from 9 AM - 10 PM. The following special activities begin at 6:00 PM:
- Try out new educational games with your kids from 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
- Hear a live reading of "The Polar Express" at 7:00 PM
- Meet some of Normandale's fabulous teacher interns for French story time
Mention our ID at the checkout (#1139581) or pick up a voucher in the store to ensure that a percentage of your Barnes & Noble purchases benefits Normandale. You are also able to print the voucher if needed.
Do some holiday shopping and meet other Normandale families! Purchase books and games to donate to your child's teacher and your school! In addition, your family members may use our ID number when they shop at Barnes & Noble stores across the country or online in order to raise even more money. Grab a snack in the café and remember: most purchases* in the store and café count until the doors are locked.
*exclusions are: gift cards, textbooks, subscriptions, video games, software, and e-books
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This holiday season, we have a special opportunity for kids to raise money for charity while shopping for gifts for their loved ones. The Wohlford's basement will be transformed into a shopping wonderland and stocked with thousands of new, unique items. From candles to candy and trinkets and toys, there will be something for everyone. Adults also may shop for small treasures such as hostess gifts, teacher gifts, and more.
Shopping Hours
Thursday, Dec. 5th from 3 to 7 PM (special adult reception from 7 to 9 PM)
Saturday, Dec. 7th from 9 AM to 2 PM (donuts, coffee and hot cocoa Sat. morning)
Location
Wohlford Residence
4519 Edina Blvd
952-928-0813
All new items are priced at $10 and less. Items were purchased at significant discount (70 to 90% off of retail) and marked up slightly so the saving can be passed onto our shoppers! Come check out the variety of jewelry, picture frames, ornaments, stuffed animals, stocking stuffers, hostess gifts, teacher gifts and more. Profits from the Charity Holiday Boutique will benefit the Edina French Intern program and the Edina Education Fund. Join us, and bring a friend!
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5th Grade Band Concert
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Save the Date!
Attention All 5th grade band parents! The 5th grade Winter Band Concert performances are scheduled for Monday, December 9th at 1:00 PM and 7 PM in the Normandale auditorium. Parents are welcome to attend either performance. See you there!
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Fundraiser A Huge Success!
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PINSTRIPES ADULT FUNDRAISER - WHAT A SUCCESS!
A huge thank you to those who were able to attend the French Connections Adult Fundraiser on Saturday night! Not only did we draw a record crowd, we set a new record in terms of money raised. We could not have done it without the generosity of so many families who help make this event a reality through their donations and sharing of their time and talents. What a great community we belong to!
FEEL INSPIRED TO GET INVOLVED?
We can always use volunteers - no time commitment is too small. Volunteer opportunities range from working the bottle bonanza table for an hour the night of the event to leading the solicitation efforts. Perhaps you are very technologically savvy? Managing the check-out process is perfect for you. Maybe you like to lead a team - chairing the silent auction committee would be a great fit. Any help is appreciated! If you would like to get involved in planning next year's event, please contact Karen Epple.
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Thank You, Volunteers!
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The visio  n and hearing screenings could not have happened without you! Thumbs up, three cheers, and big thanks go out to all the volunteers who helped on these two crucial days and made it such a success.
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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
- Playground Outerwear
- Innisbrook Distribution Volunteers Needed
- Pinstripes Fundraiser Update
- Lost and Found
- Barnes & Noble Bookfair
- Reading Tips
- Holiday Health and Help
- Meet New Staff: Molly Smolinski
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Happening in the Community
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Valley View Middle School 8th-9th grade Thespians present: "The Man Who Came to Dinner" (a screwball comedy)
- DATES: Dec 5, 6, & 7
- TIME: 7:00 pm
- LOCATION: Edina Performing Arts Center, 6754 Valley View Road.
- TICKETS: General admission only, available 1 hour prior to showtime: $6 for students/seniors, $8 for adults (cash or check only)
Capturing the Excitement of Edina Public Schools!
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Editors: Libby Cecchi and Cindy Akyuz |
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