THE GIRL SCOUTS ARE OUT AND ABOUT!
The cookie sales are going strong! They actually have the cookies with them so you can indulge immediately. We do love instant gratification!
THE BOYS ARE BACK IN TOWN!!!!
The Boy Scouts have begun meeting again with a new, experienced scout master, Rick Kuenning of Murdock. We are meeting every Tuesday evening, at 7:00, in the American Exchange Bank basement, entrance on the East side. In addition to the meetings we are planning monthly events and outings. Requirements to join: Be a boy who is 11 years old, or one who has completed the fifth grade or earned the Arrow of Light Award and is at least 10 years old, but is not yet 18 years old. Our scoutmaster is Rick Kuenning. 402-525-4108.
New To Town
We have a new family member at our house. Her name is Zoey Belle and she is a 7 month old Great Dane. You may see me out walking her...a lot...boy, does she have a ton of energy! I'm happy to report that the training is going well although we will be seeking professional assistance. While she is big she is not vicious. She loves kids and loves to play. We are teaching her how to play appropriately. She has a great personality and we are very happy with her. Our other dog is not so enthusiastic though. And the cat...not so much.
Elmwood Murdock School Knightly News:
DATES TO REMEMBER:
Feb. 10
– No School - Parent-Teacher Conferences form 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Feb. 22 – No School
PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCE DATE CHANGE
The Parent-Teacher Conferences that were originally scheduled for Thursday, February 9, 2012 have been changed to Friday, February 10, 2012 from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The date has been changed because of scheduling issues with school activities. There now will be school on Thursday, February 9, 2012 and there will not be school on Friday, February 10, 2012.
CALENDAR CHANGE
The Elmwood-Murdock Public Schools will not be in session on Wednesday, February 22, 2012, in order to allow the Elmwood-Murdock Public Schools to host the 2012 ECNC Conference Speech Meet. School will resume at regular start times on Thursday, February 23, 2012. If you have any questions regarding this change in schedule, please contact the District Office at 867-2341.
SEED FUNDRAISER
SOS is participating in a fundraiser developed by Seed Savers Exchange, a major non-profit organization established 35 years ago to save, preserve and collect heirloom seeds for future generations. Students brought home a brochure with six heirloom collections of gardener-pleasing varieties. 40% of each sale will go toward to the school. Seed Savers Exchange, whose mission is to assure garden biodiversity, believes food choices positively affect health, nutrition and sustainability.
For more information, contact Erin Clymer at 402-867-2188 or erin@ballinsurance.biz. You may also fax your order to Erin at 888-900-1167. Deadline is February 15, 2012.
THE 2012 SCIENCE FAIR
The Science Fair is February 28, 2012. For students in 5th grade it is a school requirement for E-M standards testing. For students in K-4 and 6th grades the Science Fair is an optional activity. Students may work as individuals or as groups. If your child would like to participate, please sign the entry form and return it back to the office. A more detailed packet will come home with your child when they sign up. All entry forms are due January 16, 2012.
CUB SCOUT NEWS
There will be a Cub Scout meeting on Monday, January 16 at 6:30 pm at the Elementary School.
SPRING CARNIVAL NEWS
The S.O.S. Spring Carnival is scheduled for Friday, April 13, 2012. This is our major fundraiser for the year. If any parents work or frequent places where donations may be possible, please contact an S.O.S. member. We can either contact the business or provide a letter for the parent to use when asking for a donation.
BIRTH TO FIVE SERVICES
If a parent or a physician has questions or concerns about their child’s development for infants and toddlers to 3 years of age that person should contact the local Early Development Network Referral Agency of the child/family or call: Nebraska Child Find (toll Free) at 1-888-806-6287.
For additional information on Nebraska Child Find for all children, please visit: http://www.childfind.ne.gov.
Once a referral has been made the following will take place:
The referral will be appointed to a Services Coordinator from Education Service Unit #3, who will contact the family within seven days to determine if they are interested in Early Development Network services.
With the family’s permission, the Services Coordinator will arrange for an assessment with the local school district to determine the unique needs of the child and his or her eligibility. The Services Coordinator can link the family with community resources before the assessment if needed.
If the child qualifies, the Services Coordinator will identify others who can participate on a team to help the family develop an Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP), which sets goals for the child and family and identifies activities and services needed to achieve these goals. The IFSP will be completed within 45 days, so the family can access Early Development Network services as quickly as possible
If there are any additional questions or are if you would like to set up an appointment for your child that is three to five years of age to be screened please contact Heidi Zierott at 867-2341 or 994-2125.
EXCESSIVE ABSENTEEISM
State Law requires school officials to contact the County Attorney once a student misses more than twenty days of school for the year. Parents will be notified once their child is absent five days in a quarter and ten days in a semester, and fifteen days in a year. (See page 16 in the Student-Parent Handbook). Please contact Mr. Friedrich if you have any questions regarding this policy.
S.O.S. Minutes-January 5, 2012
Present (7): Bruce Friedrich, Amy Rikli, Erin Clymer, Katy Drake, Karey Koehn, Susan Marlatt, Theresa Hansen
President Karey Koehn opened the meeting. Minutes were reviewed and approved.
Katy Drake provided the Treasurer’s report. The SOS had the following cash balances as of 01/05/12:
Checking Account = $282.59 / Savings Account= $8,528.53 / Total Funds = $8,811.12
The concessions from December turned out to be an excellent fundraiser. SOS made approximately $500. Thanks to all who were able to help out.
Agenda Items Discussed
Spring Carnival
- Carnival has been scheduled for Friday, April 13, 2012.
Carnival items discussed:
- Erin got some information from Fundways. SOS is looking at possibly getting some different, fun inflatables this year.
- Silent Auction baskets – Susan Marlatt will be coordinating baskets this year. Ideas from last year and new suggestions were provided.
- Art Club will be asked if they can provided face painting during the carnival
- Letter – Teresa gave Karey the disc with the letter and contacts to be used to request donations from area businesses.
- If any parents work or frequent places where donations may be possible, please contact an SOS member. We can either contact them or if the parent is able to do this, a letter can be provided to use when asking for the donation.
Seed Fundraiser
– Packets / information for this will go out with Friday folders January 6th. Deadline to have orders returned will be Wednesday, February 15, 2012. This should allow plenty of time for planting.
Holland Center
– The 4th and 5th grade will be attending a concert at the Holland Center on February 24, 2012. Funds of $252.00 have been requested to pay for children and adult chaperones to attend. This is an event which has been available to these grades and is a fun event for the kids. Erin Clymer made a motion / Katy Drake approved; All approved.
Science Fair
– Mrs. Backemeyer is requesting $200 for ribbons, medals, new poster boards and food for judges for the Science Fair. This will be held Tuesday, February 28, 2012. Susan Marlatt made a motion / Amy Rikli approved; All approved.
- May request additional funds for eligible kids to go to SAC for their science fair. Last year, money was used from science fair concessions and parents paid half for children to attend the SAC science fair. Children who have participated in the SAC science fair in the past have enjoyed it. Money paid included a meal and other activities for kids to do during the science fair.
Parent-Teacher Conferences
– Date has been changed from February 9, 2012 to February 10, 2012 from 8:00am to 4:00 pm. Time change was needed due to timing conflicts with other school activities. The SOS will again be offering Valentino’s whole pizzas and lasagna for sale at P-T Conferences. Melissa Wheeler will be coordinating the orders.
Miscellaneous
- none discussed
Next Meeting
—The next meeting was set for Tuesday, February 7that 7:00 p.m. in the elementary school cafeteria.
We encourage all parents to attend and to SUPPORT OUR STUDENTS!
Respectfully submitted,
Theresa Hansen
LITTLE CHEER CAMP
Registration Closes Tuesday for Little Cheer Camp: The Elmwood-Murdock Spirit Squad will be conducting our winter Little Cheer Camp the week of January 22 with performance at the basketball games on the 27th. Our theme "Let's be Really Sweet!" will be a lot of fun for all involved. Please turn in your forms to the office no later than Tuesday morning, January 17th. After that date, we cannot order t-shirts for the performance. The school office has additional forms if needed.? If you have questions, please contact Lori Spohr at 402-610-1366.
NOROVIRUS
CDC has released confirmation of Norovirus in our area. Symptoms of infection include diarrhea, vomiting,
headache, muscle aches, and general fatigue. Symptoms usually last 1-2 days. Anyone with these symptoms
should not be handling food for the family. Please be sure that if these symptoms arise to keep hydrated with
water or Gatorade to prevent dehydration. There is no vaccine or treatment for this virus.
Good hand washing practices and use of alcohol based hand sanitizer is the best protection.
Areas exposed to vomit or diarrhea should be disinfected immediately and laundry that is soiled should be
washed separately. If symptoms do not go away, you should contact your physician.
Thank You-
Renee Wynegar, RN BSN
School Nurse
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