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La Liaison
A Publication of the Normandale PTO
April 29, 2016
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Mother's Day
5th Grade Band Concert, 6pm
NLT/PTO General Membership Meeting, 7pm
5th Grade Orchestra Concert, 7pm
No School (Memorial Day)
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From the Principal
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Two weeks ago the Normandale community came together to celebrate spring at 'La Kermesse,' or carnival. What a fun event! The highlight for me was receiving a "pie" in the face 20+ times! A big THANK YOU to all the carnival volunteers, especially Chris Deets and Feroza Mehta for coordinating these efforts.
Other fun community building events coming up at Normandale include: - May 12 from 5:00-7:00pm: Incoming Kindergarten Welcome with Normandale's specialist teachers
- May 16 from 6:00- 6:30pm: Grade 5 Band Concert
- May 17 from 7:00- 8:00pm: What to Expect in Middle School with Valley View's counselors and Edina's Technology Director, Steve Buettner. Even if you don't have a middle schooler next year, this is a great opportunity to find out more about technology in Edina and the Extended French program at Valley View.
- May 23 from 7:00- 7:30pm: Grade 5 Orchestra Concert
- June 3: Grade 5 Graduation and All School Field Day
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From the Health Office
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As the weather improves, please remember that students are expected to dress appropriately for the season and wear clothing that will allow them to be outside during recess.
For safety reasons, appropriate footwear is especially important. Open-toed and open-heeled shoes are more likely to cause falls, become lodged in playground equipment, and result in painful foot injuries. Let's keep our students warm and safe this spring!
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Field Day Volunteers Needed
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The annual Jeux d'été (Field Day) is returning to Normandale on Friday, June 3! The day is shaping up to be a lot of fun with field games, carnival games and face painting.
We need volunteers to make this day successful, so please consider signing up to help run the games or to be a classroom escort.
Other useful information:
- Please pack a bag lunch and beverage for each student.
 - Socks and athletic shoes are required.
- Remember the sunscreen!
Each class has been assigned a color to wear at Field Day to make it easier to escort each class:
K = Blue
1 = Black or White
2 = Red
3 = Yellow
4 = Green
Field Day will be held rain or shine from 11:30am - 2:15pm. In case of inclement weather, the games will be held in the gymnasiums.
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From the District
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- Edina Ed Fund seeks new Executive Director (Application deadline April 29)
Help lead the Ed Fund's mission to support students and teachers throughout the school district. Qualifications and skills include five to seven years of fundraising experience (including grant writing, sponsorship solicitations), excellent communications skills, solid understanding of the importance of community in public education setting. Experience with Edina Public Schools is preferred. If this sounds like you, or someone you know, please view the complete job description and application form on the Edina Ed Fund website.
- Edina Education Fund 20th Anniversary Celebration Benefit - WHEN: Sunday, May 1st, 5-8pm
- WHERE: Lou Nanne's Steakhouse, 7652 France Ave S (formerly Macaroni Grill)
- COST: Tickets $75 before April 25; $85 at the door
- To register and purchase tickets go to the Ed Fund website
- For more information call 952-848-4902 or email edfundevents@gmail.com
- Maintaining Students' First Languages
Many parents who speak a native language other than English feel pressure to speak English with their children at home. Parents want their children to be academically successful, and they know that English is the medium of instruction. However, research shows that bilingualism is of great benefit to the brain, and having a strong connection to a home culture and language is important for children's sociological and psychological development. Please encourage parents to use their first languages at home with their children by reading, playing games, singing songs and engaging in cultural activities in their first languages with their children. Children who have strong first language skills develop strong thinking skills and are able to transfer their language and literacy skills to their second language. For more information, see the WIDA Focus Bulletin - The Early Years.
Interested in new events? Have an event to share?
Check out what events are happening in Edina. If you know of a non-profit partner who has an event to share, post it at the Edina Community Bulletin Board.
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Looking for a Service Project?
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Help Normandale 5 th grade Girl Scout Troop with a service project to collect donations for a dog and cat rescue organization, Secondhand Hounds. A bin is located in the Normandale office to drop off donations. 
Requested donation items include:
- Puppy and Kitten Food (preferably canned)
- Paper Towels
- Kennels (Large Size Most Needed)
- Dog and Cat Food (preferably canned)
- Dog Shampoo and Conditioner
- Cat Litter & Litter Boxes
- Disposable Puppy Pads
- Cat Treats
- Belly Bands and/or Diapers
- Tall Kitchen Garbage Bags and Sandwich or Gallon Size Ziploc Bags
- Gentle Leaders and Slip Leads
- Food Bowls
- Clorox Wipes
Please drop off your new or very gently used donations by Thursday, May 5th. Thank you!
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Happening in the Community
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Edina High School Thespians Present...
The Edina High School thespians will be presenting their spring musical, "Freckleface Strawberry," on April 28, 29 & 30 at 7:00pm, at the Edina Performing Arts center. Tickets are available online, with prices of $6 for students/children/seniors and $10 for adults.
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.
- From the Principal
- Carnival Recap
- From the District
- Happening in the Community
- Last Week's News
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La Liaison is published every Friday. Submit articles to LaLiaisonMN@gmail.com by noon Wednesday prior to your desired publication date. Articles pertaining to the following week's issues will take precedence.
Editors: Erica Amevo and Kim Cramer |
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