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Nickajack  2013-2014  Beat

This Newletter is jointly sponsored by the PTA and the NES Foundation 

 

Issue: 2014-031                

Jan. 13, 2014 



In This Issue
Tickets on Sale for Casino Night
Campbell Middle School Tour
Griffin Middle School Tour
Kindergarten Open House
Fundraise for Books
Drama Club Registration
Big Thinkers Registration
Food Drive
PTA Pal Spotlight
Georgia Parent Survey
Nickajack Dash
Help NES Win a Playground Makeover!



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Casino Night Tickets  on Sale NOW!
Tickets on sale for February  8th  Event 
Speakeasy Style Casino Night will be the Cats Meow!

   
Sneak in the back door for the 2nd Annual NES Foundation Casino night!  Enjoy delicious food from Sinful Dish, table casino games, raffles and a silent auction.  The top secret location (Monte Carlo's Back Room) will require a password that you will receive when you purchase your tickets. 

 

Ticket prices are reduced from last year to $50/per person for an all-inclusive ticket or $75/per person for the "Ante Up" package (designed for high rollers).  More information ONLINE. 

 

Roaring 20s costumes are optional but semi-formal dress is a must!  Click here to PURCHASE TICKETS

 

If you buy your tickets by end of day TODAY, you will receive an extra raffle ticket!

Campbell Middle School Tour
Tues., Jan. 14th @ 10 am

Learn more about Campbell Middle School which is an International Baccalaureate World School during one of their upcoming tours.  Check in at the school front office.

January 14 @ 10 AM
February 11 @10 AM
March 11 @ 10 AM
May 13 @ 10 AM  
Griffin Middle School Tour
 Tues., Jan. 14th, 10 am
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Looking ahead for middle school options?  Why not check out Griffin Middle School which is just down the street from Nickajack on King Springs Road.  

Take a school tour on Tuesday, Jan. 14th at 10 am.  Meet the PTSA Tour Guide in the school lobby. 

Can't make this?  Don't despair.  School Tours are held the second Tuesday of every month at 10 am.  Or you can call the school at 678-842-6917 or contact our School Tour Guide, Denise Raymond

It is never too early to check out your options and get involved!
Kindergarten Open House, Jan. 16th
Donations and Volunteers Needed Please

Please spread the word to you neighbors and friends!
School House
Nickajack will hold their annual Kindergarten Open House on Thursday, Jan, 16th in the school media center. 

This is a great opportunity for them to check out our fabulous school!

In order for this event to be successful, we are in need of volunteer and donations please.

To  Donate
To Volunteer
 
Nickajack's Media Center Needs Your Help!
Make Your Tax Deductible Donation by Jan. 17th!

So far donors have helped  raise $1,085!  Help us reach our goal of $5,000!

 

 

The media center plays a critical role in increasing literacy among students, assisting teachers with their curriculum, and contributing to your child's lifelong joy of reading. 

 

There simply is not enough money in the budget to fill our library with the books our students and teachers need for reading and research.  A recent collection analysis indicates that 70% of our non-fiction collection is out dated, over 4,000 books!  We need to purchase updated and relevant non-fiction books to support the Common Core curriculum and our student's interest in non-fiction topics.

 

For every $20 donated we will be able to purchase a new book and 100% of your tax deductible donation goes to the Nickajack Media Center!

 

Click to donate: http://www.funds4books.com/fundraiser.aspx?pincode=ece9

 

Donations ($10 minimum) will be accepted until January 17, 2014.

 

With your help, we can purchase the library materials our children need!

 

We greatly appreciate your support!

 

Drama Club Winter Registration
Deadline to Register, Fri. Jan. 17th
 
CALLING ALL ACTORS: Litttle Studio New

Winter Drama Club, "Ocean Adventures!" registration open!

We have an exciting and fun-filled semester ahead developing a character, learning musical numbers, staging and choreography in preparation for our show.

Everyone gets a part!

Ahoy matey! Sail the seas in scenes with pirates, mermaids and sea creatures galore!

  •  Together, shy children develop confidence and energetic kids focus their energy to create wonderful moments on our stage
  • The emphasis is on having fun and encouraging self-expression.

  ***REGISTRATION DEADLINE:  January 17th, Friday***

 

Tuition:         Pay in full: $145     $15 sibling discount available

                       

  *additional discounts available for long-term parent volunteers, email if interested.

 

***NEW on-line registration! www.thelittlestudioatlanta.com 

 

Questions?  Contact Wednesday Lampinen   TheLittleStudio@live.com * 678-656-3637

 

Grades 3-5 Tuesday: 2:30 - 3:30, Jan 21 - Mar.25

Grades K-2 Wednesday: 2:30 - 3:30 (car riders) or 3:34 - 4:45 (ASP Students), Jan. 22 - Mar. 26

 

*Spring Session: April 8-May 13

 

*We have a second session on Wed. for ASP students to allow for lots of individual attention.


Wednesday Lampinen
Director
The Little Studio

678-656-3637

Big Thinkers Registration Open
Online Registration

null Welcome to a new session with Big Thinkers science! We are so excited to provide the opportunity to make science fun for your students and as always help them THINK BIG!  

 The Science Club at NICKAJACK ELEMENTARY is scheduled to be held on MONDAYS and THURSDAYS from 2:30PM-3:30PM for the following dates: Mondays- JAN 27, FEB 3, FEB 10, FEB 24, MAR 3, MAR 10 (Skip Dates: FEB 18). Thursdays- JAN 23, JAN 30, FEB 6, FEB 20, FEB 27, MAR 6 (Skip Dates: FEB 13)

To register please click on the link:
or contact (678) 392-1500 or via email at latrese@big-thinkers.com  or jason@big-thinkers.com.
100 Days of School Food Drive
Now till January 24th (the 100th day of School!)

Save It Forward 

We are partnering with Alive Ministries in the 100 Days of School Campaign to help meet the needs of students & their families right here in Cobb County. Alive Ministries establishes food pantries within local schools to address the need of hunger amongst children living in poverty. We hope that you will join us as we challenge each homeroom to collect 100 cans or boxes of food by the 100th day of school (January 24th). All of the food collected will be donated to the Save It Forward Food Pantries in Cobb County.

 

This campaign will also teach students the importance of helping others and the value of working together. Students will learn that no matter how large or small their contribution is to the campaign, when we work together and each does his/her part, we can make a BIG difference. We want each student to walk away from the campaign feeling like they have made a difference in the life of another child. 

 

We are asking each student to assist his/her homeroom in collecting 100 cans or boxes of food by bringing in non-perishable foods or toiletries from now until the 100th day of school, January 24th.
PTA Pal Spotlight
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Georgia Parent Survey
Please Take a Moment by Friday 1/31

We need your input on the Georgia Department of Education's   survey
 
Survey closes on Jan. 31, 2014.  Results will be used to calculate the School Climate Star Rating. There is no mandatory participate rate for parents, however a greater participation rate will more accurately reflect the school' s actual climate.

Any questions, please contact Beth Smith, School Secretary.


Nickajack Dash
Save the Date: March 1st
 
The Nickajack Dash is coming up on Saturday, March 1 at 9am.  Mark your calendars and come out and support your school. It is fun for the whole family.  After the Dash, check out the Silent Auction and Book Fair. 

Volunteer opportunities coming soon.  Stay tuned to the Beat.
Help NES Win a Playground Makeover
Enter everyday until  March 20, 2014

Enter Daily for Nickajack's Chance to Win $30,000 and a New Playground!

 

To increase our chances of winning this year's Healthy Playground Makeover Sweepstakes, we wanted to remind you to enter every day until March 20, 2014. Be sure to spread the word to everyone!   

 

Anyone can enter to win on behalf of our school!  

 

Two Grand Prize Winners will receive a $30,000 grant and a new playground.

One of the Grand Prize Winners will be chosen from a special drawing for Title I Schools.

Three Second Prize Winners will receive a $5,000 grant.