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La Liaison
A Publication of the Normandale PTO
April 11, 2014
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Principal's Weekly
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Dear Normandale Families,
Spring weather has arrived and blown fresh energy into all of us. It's the season when calendars start bulging with end-of-the-year planning and celebrations. Our world-famous carnival is 3 weeks away and next week our grade 3-5 students begin their MCA testing (schedules below).
Reading MCA: Wednesday, April 16 and Thursday, April 17
Math MCA: Tuesday, April 22 and Wednesday, April 23
Science MCA (5th grade only): Tuesday, April 29 and Wednesday, April 30
The students are well-prepared to put forth their best effort. Thanks for partnering with us by making sure your children arrive at school on time and well rested.
My door is always open,
Gerry Lukaska
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Student Wellness Challenge - Sat Apr 26
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Student Wellness Challenge
What is it?
- This event is designed to help participants learn about the mind-body connection and how they can "Ignite Their Spark."
- It is geared for 5th grade and up but also open to everyone!
- Students can come from 9am-11am or 10am - noon or both sessions.
- This is a free event but please RSVP by registering here.
When is it?
- Saturday, April 26 (9AM - 12noon)
- 9:00-11:00 AM Activities Session I - Gyms and cafeteria
- 10:00-11:00 AM John Ratey, MD - Presents "Exercise and the Brain" - Auditorium
- 10:00 am -12:00 PM Activities Session II - Gyms and cafeteria
Why go?
- Have fun with your friends trying the challenge events.
- Learn how you can change your brain by the minute through what you eat or how you move.
- Try some fun food and learn how to make some great snacks.
- Door prizes and challenge prizes will be given out to those participating.
Who is going to be there?
- Edina Students in grades 5-9
- High school students will be leading the challenge events.
- Personal Trainers, Dieticians, Community Mentors, a former NFL player, and Jonny Reese (Jonny Jumprope)
- Meet Dr. Ratey, Author of the book Spark: A great book about how exercise changes the brain. He will be there to talk about his book.
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Calling all Parents! La Kermesse is calling!
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Calling all Parents! 300+ Volunteers Needed!
La Kermesse 2014 Carnival
Saturday, May 3
4:30 - 7:30 PM
→ Online: Family $35 / Individual $8 / Meal $6 ←
At door: Family $45 / Individual $11 / Meal $7
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South View Middle School presents Beauty and the Beast!
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South View Middle School presents Disney's Beauty and the Beast! Theater lovers of all ages will enjoy this performance of this classic tale of true love prevailing all.
When: April 24-26
Where: South View's Dragseth Auditorium
Time: April 24 at 7PM
April 25 at 7PM
April 26 at 2PM
The general public may purchase tickets in advance online beginning April 12 or one hour before each show (cash or check only at the box office). Reserved seats for all shows: $10/Adult, $6/Student or Senior.
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Edina PCN Presents
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Parents as Sexuality Educators 
Sexuality can be a challenging topic for parents. Kris Shelley, parent educator, will teach us how to effectively navigate this topic. This event is free, and will be held at the Highlands Elementary School gymnasium.
- Learn why parents should be their child's main sexuality educator.
- Discover what information kids need to know at what age.
- Get ideas on ways to answer questions.
- Become a reliable resource for your child.
There will be handouts and suggested book list as well as an opportunity to ask questions.
Kris holds a degree in Psychology, a Masters degree in Family Education, as well as a teaching license for Parent and Family Education. She has been a parent educator with the Edina Family Center for over 15 years.
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Learning & Technology Open House
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You are invited to a Learning & Technology open house at Edina Public Schools. See first-hand how technology helps to unleash students' passion for learning and empowers great teaching. Edina teachers and students will showcase digital age learning from the 2013-2014 school year. Learn how technology is transforming student learning at Edina Public Schools! This event is FREE and open to the public but we would love you to RSVP here.
April 19th
9-11am
Edina Community Center 3rd floor Atrium
5701 Normandale Rd
Edina MN 55424
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Save the Date: Golf & Tennis Classic
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Happening in the Community
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Valley View Spring Musical: Once Upon a Mattress
April 10,11 and 12 at 7:00 pm, with a matinee on April 12 at 1:00 pm.
Edina Performing Arts Center (EPAC)
Tickets: Tickets can be purchased by going to www.seatyourself.biz/valleyview or at the box office, which opens one hour before each show. Tickets also sold at VVMS lobby on Thursday and Friday, April 10 & 11, from 10:15 am to 1:15 pm.
Artwork by students from six Edina elementary schools will be on display:
March 20 - April 13, 2014
Edina Library
5280 Grandview Square, Edina
651-543-6325
Also - check out Edina Public School's Service - Learning website!
Capturing the Excitement of Edina Public Schools!
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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 Weekly Update
- Empty Bowls
- Birth to Grade 5 Study
- Running at Normandale
- Call for Carnival Volunteers
- Save the Date: Golf & Tennis Classic
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Editors: Libby Cecchi and Cindy Akyuz |
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