Letter from Jerry
Today’s Ice Cream Social has become a welcomed tradition that provides us all with a treat and time to share a few moments together over a delicious warm weather respite. Six of us today, however, took on a far less traditional method to beat back the warm weather with a much more effective and meaningful one: theALS Ice Bucket Challenge.
Having been challenged by Peggy Wilson, Andy Zimmer and I stepped up to support ALS and take the well known dowsing of ice water. Far be it from us to stop the chain there, so Tim Wilson and Bill Schrock were challenged right out there on the playground. Did they accept the challenge?
We all hope to see you at the Back-to-School Picnic tomorrow and our first ESPO/Head of School meeting Wednesday morning. A big thank you to ESPO for hosting the picnic!
Sincerely,
Jerry Loewen
Head of School
All School News
Register for Enrichment Classes and Lessons
Enrichment Class Registration is Now Open
Classes begin Sept. 15 and run for 10 weeks. Classes fill quickly, so you are urged to register as soon as possible. Please email Beth Muszkiewicz to register, or with any questions.
+ Fall classes, times, and more info
Fall Music Lessons
Students can take quality private music lessons right here at Emerson School. We have a variety of experienced music instructors available throughout the week. Please email Rose Hacker to sign your child up, or with any questions.
+ Times, instructor bios, and more info
Alumni Achievement
Samantha Durrant Competes in USA Swimming Championships
ESPO Back-to-School Picnic
Saturday, Sept. 6, 5:00pm – 7:30pm
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Lunches Starting, Order Online
Main Dish Lunch Starts Sept. 8
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Milk Starts Sept. 8
+ Order via RenWeb
ESPO Pizza Lunch Starts Sept. 19
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Lower School News
Instrumental Program Registration Forms Due Tuesday
+ Contact Leslie Capozzoli to learn more
Book Quest for 4th and 5th Grade Starts Soon
This Book Quest round is open to students in grades 4 and 5 only. Book Quest for grades 2-3 will happen in the new year.
+ Contact Linda Laksminarayanan to learn more
Middle School News
Middle School Curriculum Night
Tuesday, Sept. 16 at 7:00pm (please arrive early)
Join us for an opportunity to meet your child’s teachers and learn about the exciting learning happening in middle school. You will visit each of your child’s classes, getting a sense of what it’s like to be a middle schooler, so arrive early (about 6:45) to get their schedule and make it to your first period on time.
+ Questions? Contact Andy Zimmer
Technology News and To-Do’s
Acceptable Use Policy Due ASAP
If you and your child have not already done so, please sign the Acceptable Use Policy and return it to the Middle School office ASAP. Extra copies are available in the office.
Loaner Laptops Available on Monday
Loaner laptops will be available for temporary use beginning Monday, Sept. 8.
Laptop Storage is Now Available
If you or your student prefers that their devices do not come home, students can now securely store their laptops at Emerson School.
+ Please contact Technology Director Roger Spurgeon or Middle School DirectorAndy Zimmer with questions.
Community News & Events
Kerrytown BookFest
Sunday, Sept. 7, 11:00am – 5:00pm
Stop by the Emerson School table at the annual Kerrytown BookFest. We’ll be next to the Nicola’s Books booth joining in all of the book-loving fun. Tell us a one-sentence story to win a prize.
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