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Originally delivered on 1/26/2018 8:36 am

SUBJECT: News from the Farm - Jan. 26, 2018


 
 

Sharing our Appreciation

Jan. 22-26 was Virginia School Principals Appreciation Week - and we can't say enough about how much we appreciate ours! The Hospitality Committee delivered flowers to Mrs. Merriam and Mrs. Childress this week to thank them for all they do!

 

Snow Changes Variety Show Date

The dress rehearsal for this year's Variety Show will be held after school on Wednesday, Jan. 31. Rehearsal will end at 3:30 pm. The Variety Show will take place on Tuesday, Feb. 6 at 7 pm. (Students will see a performance during the school day so families of participants can enjoy the evening program.) We can’t wait to see our talented Foxes on stage!




 

Want to Win a Starbucks Gift Card?

Any new individuals who sign up and volunteer in the cafeteria starting in February will be eligible to win a $10 Starbucks gift card. It's a lot of fun helping the students and interacting with them during lunch. Regular monthly volunteers are eligible to win a handmade Fox apron to use in the cafeteria. Sign up through your Membership Toolkit account. Contact Sue Boling with questions.




 

Thanks for Shopping at Kroger!

 Through Kroger Community Rewards, NFE has earned more than $2,000 this school year! Thank you, Fox families! If you're not a member, please sign up for the Community Rewards program (NFE code is 89074) so that your purchases earn money for our school. Participation does not affect gasoline points so sign up today!    

 

Photos Needed for Yearbook

Don't forget to share photos from classroom and school activities including winter enrichment, class performances, Variety Show and field trips for possible inclusion in the yearbook. Sharing is easy on our yearbook company's secure web site (enter 10385 for NFE), or share directly from your phone using the free Herff Jones eShare app. Get more info here.

IMPORTANT DATES

No Upcoming Events

 

 

Student Holiday!

Monday, Jan. 29 is a student holiday. We hope all our Foxes enjoy a day off from school!

 

Wear your PJs

Friday, Feb. 2 is Pajama Day and Food Bank Friday. Wear your pjs all day (no slippers - be sure you have proper footwear for recess and PE), and bring a canned good (no glass jars) for the Food Bank.

 

Science Fair Forms Due Today!

Because of January's many snow days, we've extended the deadline to submit Science Fair participation forms to today, Jan. 26. We hope all of our participating Foxes are busy working on their projects! Watch for project drop-off information in the next newsletter.

Make plans to join us for this fun, family event on Feb. 21 and 22.  Contact Laura Powell or Alison Bernier.

Save the Date!

March 6 is Papa John's pizza delivery night. You won't want to miss this spirit night where dinner is delivered by your favorite NFE faculty and staff! Watch for details about ordering soon!

 

Summer Camp Fair

Looking for summer camp options for your child? Deep Run High School's PTSA is hosting its annual Summer Camp Fair at the high school on Tuesday, Feb. 20 from 5:30-8 pm. Camps from throughout the area will be on hand to share information, answer questions and register your campers. There is no charge to attend the event.

 

Take Note...

Monday, Feb. 19 is now a full day of school for students.

Thursday, March 1 is a half day for students. Dismissal is at 11:05 am.

 

Showcase your Creativity with these Programs

Want to see your artwork on thousands of thank you cards sent to Virginia teachers? The Thank a Teacher campaign is looking for three students artists to have their artwork featured on cards and win cash prizes for themselves and their schools. Get details here. Deadline is Feb. 2.

Is writing more your style? Submit your Citizenship essay (this year's theme is "What Does it Mean to Dream Big") by Feb. 1 for a chance to have your work featured in Virginia PTA publications and win cash prizes. Get details here.

COUNSELOR'S CORNER

We’ve wrapped up our celebration of Kindness Week at school but want to encourage our students to continue to spread kindness wherever they go! We’ve enjoyed our theme from the book "Have You Filled a Bucket Today?" Ask your child how they can “fill a bucket.”

Are you interested in being a Career Day presenter? We’re looking for volunteers to present in ALL grade levels at school (K-2 3/23; 3-5 3/22). Please watch for information to be sent home next week – or contact me if you’re interested.

Elyse Crockett, School Counselor


Attention Fifth Grade Parents

Conferences with fifth grade teachers are Monday, Jan. 29. You will discuss recommendations for your child’s middle school classes. Don’t forget that Henrico Schools use the PowerSchool Parent Portal for students and their parents or guardians to make course selections for the fall of 2018. Families of rising sixth grade students will review teachers’ core course recommendations and make course selections using the portal’s “Class Registration” icon. Families can select both core and elective courses. 

If you don't already have a PowerSchool Parent Portal account, you will need to create one in order to access course requests for the 2018-19 school year. Find directions for creating a Parent Portal account here. Course selections through the portal will be completed during the Jan. 30 – Feb. 9 window.

You can review the county’s planning guide for more information. Be sure to sign up for a conference with your child's teacher to discuss course selections.

FIFTH GRADE NEWS FLASH

 

Parents of 5th graders, we're looking for one baby photo of your graduating Fox to include in the yearbook. Photos should be submitted electronically by Friday, Feb. 2. To submit, select one photo, go to hjeshare.com, enter code 10385 for NFE, and follow directions from there. Contact Cathy Nerheim with questions.


 

Mark your calendars for the Fifth Grade Luau - Friday, June 8 from 6-8 pm in the Gayton Baptist Church Gymnasium.

Questions? Contact Missy Thornton or Jen Ryther. Watch for more details this spring.


Mark Your Calendar: Middle School Orientation Programs

Parent-teacher conferences to review middle school course selections are Monday, Jan. 29. Sign up through your Membership Toolkit account, or contact your child's teacher.

Short Pump Middle School - Aug. 23, 8 am-1 pm: Rising sixth grade orientation for students (parent component 12-1 pm)

Pocahontas Middle School - Late Aug. 2018: Hawk Hill Camp

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

 

Have You Returned Your Form?

NFE's PTA Nominating Committee is developing a slate of officers and committee chairs for the 2018-19 school year. Be sure to return the interest form that was sent home recently, or contact a member of the Nominating Committee for more info. Members are Christin Carson, Kristy Elliott, Suzanne Heller, Vanessa Lande and Michelle Lipawsky.

 

Volunteer in 2018! Cafeteria, Library & Recycling Need You!

February is coming! We have lots of volunteer needs to fit every interest and schedule. Have you signed up to volunteer in the cafeteria, library or with the recycling club? Sign up for one shift or make a regular commitment today!

For a complete list of volunteer opportunities on the Farm, be sure to check out the Volunteer Handbook, or contact Becca Kutz.

SUPPORT THE FARM EVERY TIME YOU SHOP OR EAT!

 

Keep Clipping those Box Tops!

Thanks to your clipping, we've earned over $800 so far this school year! Watch for February collection sheets to come home soon. Don't forget to check the graph on the back to see how your class measures up!

Order a Pizza for the Big Game!

Need an easy meal idea for Superbowl Sunday? Order online from J. Rocco’s Pizza (select Nuckols Farm in the fundraising tab) or Papa John’s (use code NFES), and we all win! Both options benefit NFE and are valid all year!

 

Visit Kroger's Community Rewards web site to register your Kroger Plus card, and select NFE (code is 89074) as your Community Rewards Organization. If you registered last year, you don't need to re-register. You won't lose gas points if you register so sign up today!

 

Remember to use smile.amazon.com for all your Amazon purchases this year. Just choose Nuckols Farm Elementary PTA as your charity, and we'll earn money for your purchases!

SCHOOL NEWS

 

Congrats to these Fox Free Throw Winners

Congratulations to this year's NFE Elks Free Throw Contest winners - Aiden C. (8-9 year division), Emily P. (8-9 year division), Tyler V. (10-11 year division) and Ava B. (10-11 year division). Aiden also placed second in the county competition on Jan. 14. Way to go!

 



Nuckols Farm Elementary PTA
12351 Graham Meadows Dr
Richmond, VA 23233

nuckolsfarmpta@gmail.com