Tuesday, October 17, 2017

Fall Happenings at Onondaga Road


On behalf of our staff and our PTA, we would like to thank all of our volunteers that have made these events possible.   Here’s the fall scoop!

·       October 16-30
School Spirit Wear Sale – Watch for the flyer coming home about the various items available to show your school spirit!  Online ordering makes it easy, and you can pick up your goods when they are delivered to school (date to be determined).

·       October 24, 25, 26
The Scholastic Book Fair will be set up in the library.  Students will have the opportunity to browse or purchase during part of their library time.  Please remember that sales tax is not included in the cost of the items advertised, but tax will be added to the final price.  The Book Fair will also be open for our annual Reading Night!  

·       October 26
Reading Night extravaganza, 6:00-7:30! Mark your calendar…Reading Night starts promptly at 6:00 with a magician in the gym.  Following the magical stories, students are invited to partake in story related crafts in the art room and games in the cafeteria.  Additionally, families are welcome to visit the Scholastic Book Fair in the library.

·       October 31
Our Halloween Parade will be held at 2:00 with classroom parties immediately following.  Be on the lookout for detailed information coming home about Halloween and expectations for adults and children alike.  Let’s keep this kids’ celebration a safe and exciting time for all!

Positively Strong Characters
This week we are highlighting the character strengths of “teamwork and citizenship” through our continued work with the Positivity Project.  We are always amazed when students have those “ah-ha moments” and realize they are contributing to our school community by recognizing their strengths and helping others to celebrate theirs as well!  According to the definition provided by the Positivity Project: 

Teamwork is the ability and willingness to place overall group success as a higher priority than individual achievement. Citizenship is a willingness to work towards the common good as opposed to one’s own self-interest. Those with strengths in teamwork and citizenship often work to help all group members find success…


Have a great week!