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2017-2018 4TH GRADE CALENDAR

MRS. GEIER & MS. BOCKISCH ROOM PARENTS Mrs. Geier Ms. Bockisch

Samara Grinnan Julie Gibbs (804) 385-4146 (804) 512-6406 [email protected] [email protected]

Welcome! The teachers and I are very excited about the year ahead at St. Michael’s. Thank you in advance for volunteering and helping to make this year successful for our children. If, during the year, you are unable to fulfill a volunteer commitment, please try to find a substitute. If that is not possible, just let us know. Parents, please print and review the below calendar making notes of what volunteer slots are of interest to you. This will help in keeping our calendar meeting as efficient as possible. Please come prepared to sign up for volunteer slots at our upcoming calendar meeting on Tuesday, September 12th at 6:30 p.m. NOTE: Some dates are not on the calendar or are TBD. Additional information will be provided for the following activities as we progress through the school year. 1. Minds in Motion. Minds in Motion replaces the class play. It is a very exciting opportunity for our children to interact with dancers from the Richmond Ballet. A few dates are on the calendar, but we will know more specifics as we move closer to the performance date. There will be carpool opportunities for parents to and from Center Stage during the production week. 2. 4th Grade Parent Meeting with Teachers (February). As we get closer to February the fourth grade teachers will reach out to parents to see if we wish to have a meeting to discuss curriculum for the grade and other grade-wide concerns. It is not intended to be a forum for individual issues unique to your child. However, please know that you are always welcome to reach out to either Mrs. Geier or Ms. Bokisch at any time during the year concerning your child’s well-being, development and education. AUGUST

28th (Monday)

mailto:[email protected]


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● FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL: Noon Dismissal 29th (Tuesday)

● LOWER SCHOOL: FULL DAY ● Blessing of the Backpacks, 8:20 a.m.

SEPTEMBER

4th (Monday)

● LABOR DAY: NO CLASSES

12th (Tuesday) ● MINDS IN MOTION begins during PE. Teachers will be sending home

information.

13th (Wednesday) ● SCHOOL PICTURES FOR LOWER SCHOOL STUDENTS.

All students are photographed, regardless of whether they are purchasing pictures.

27th (Wednesday)

● LOWER SCHOOL Early Dismissal: Noon

28th (Thursday) ● Deadline to submit Birthday Books to Bon Air Library

OCTOBER

Reading Pals Begin: Each 4th grader is paired with a 1st grader to assist with reading. Children work together each week for 30 minutes. Please no gifts for Reading Pals. 2nd (Monday) – 6th (Friday)

● FALL ERBs 5th (Thursday)

● 60TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION - 6:30 pm 9th (Monday)

● COLUMBUS DAY: NO CLASSES

19th (Thursday) ● LOWER SCHOOL Birthday Book Assembly

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27th (Friday) ● QUARTERLY BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION: 9:30-10:15 a.m. Celebration can

include treats, party hats and/or favors plus outdoor recess. This party will cover birthdays occurring in August, September and October. Three parents are requested to bring party supplies and coordinate the event; all parents are welcome. No siblings please.

Volunteer Opportunity Mrs. Geier Ms. Bockisch

Favors: 1.) Laura Fornash 1.) Hilary Dixon

Drinks: 1.) Patsy Buelow 1.) Anya Mills

Treats: 1.) Jen Amos 1.) Jess Buchta

31st (Tuesday)

● HALLOWEEN PARTY: 9:00-9:45 a.m. No costumes. Games will be outside. Game coordinator should have alternative plan in case of rain. Coordinate games with the other class as they play the games together. No siblings please.


Whole-Grade Coordinator: only one needed

1.) Alsion Monroe

Set-Up: 1.) Elizabeth Stevens 1.) Courtney Hampton

Snacks: 1.) Meredith Turner 1.) Lisa Schuster

Drinks: 1.) Laura Fornash 1.) Fran McLeod

Napkins: 1.)Diane Fleming 1.) Natasha Chernault

Photographer: 1.) Kim Phillips 1.) Jen Jung

Games: 1.) Caroline Nowery 1.) Julia Durham

2.) Patsy Buelow 2.) Andrea Zofuto

3.) Ken Renwick 3.) Gina Wojtysiak

NOVEMBER

6th (Monday)

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● CLERICAL DAY: NO CLASSES

6th (Monday) – 10th (Friday) ● LOWER SCHOOL CONFERENCE WEEK

Sign ups for individual conferences will be scheduled using Sign Up Genius. Parents will receive an email from the teacher containing sign-up instructions.

7th (Tuesday)

● FIELD TRIP TO SCIENCE MUSEUM OF VIRGINIA Time TBD Children will bring brown bag lunches. First parent to return please stay with children until teachers return. Drivers must have Volunteer Personal Automobile Use Form on file with the office. Please indicate next to your name the number of children your car can seat safely. Children must sit in back seats. See Field Trip policies for further guidelines. Please put a (P) by your name if you are willing to serve as a photographer) One parent for each class will need to leave the Science Museum first and then stay in the classroom with all of the children until the teachers return:

Mrs. Geier # of Riders

Ms. Bockisch # of Riders

1.) Laura Fornash 1.) Lisa Schuster 5



1.) Ann Alverson 4 2.) Anya Mills 5

2.) Mathew Jewett 3 or 6 3.)Fran McLeod 5

3.) Samara Grinnan 5 4.)Aaron/Julie 5

4.) Caroline Nowery 5.)Amy Norman 3

5.) Patsy Buelow 4 6.)Tim/Patty Covington 5

6.) Niki McCabe 3

17th (Wednesday)

● LOWER SCHOOL Early Dismissal: Noon 21st (Tuesday)

● LOWER SCHOOL Thanksgiving Chapel / Harvest Helper

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Kindergarten through 5th grade students are asked to bring in canned goods. Notices precede this event.

● CAINE’S ARCADE: visit cainesarcade.com. Parents may attend. No siblings

please. 22nd (Wednesday)

● THANKSGIVING BREAK: NO CLASSES 27th (Monday)

● CLASSES RESUME DECEMBER

NOTE: St. Michael’s stresses Christmas as a religious holiday. Gift giving among students is discouraged. Collections for Room Parents are not encouraged or expected. Please note solicitation of additional money from students or parents is against school policy. 1st (Friday)

● Placemats for Caritas

6th (Wednesday) ● LOWER SCHOOL Early Dismissal: Noon

8th (Friday)

● READING PALS CELEBRATION: Atrium, 2-2:30 p.m. The fourth graders will write letters to Santa on behalf of their reading pal. Coordinate treats with the other class. Treats are to be strictly nut-free (no homemade treats). Please drop off juice boxes and treats in the SMPA room that morning. No gifts.


Juice Boxes: 50 each 1.) Elizabeth Stevens 1.) Andrea Erda

2.) Hunter Stockton 2.) Amy Norman

Treats: 1.) Mike McCabe 1.) Hilary Dixon

2.)Laura Fornash 2.) Natasha Chernault

Photographer: 1.) Patsy Buelow 1.) Alison Monroe

18th (Monday)

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● CHRISTMAS PAGEANT REHEARSAL: St. Michael’s Church, 8:30 a.m. (Fourth grade attends)

19th (Tuesday)

● CHRISTMAS PAGEANT: St. Michael’s Church, 8:30 a.m. (Fourth grade does NOT attend)

● CHRISTMAS BREAK BEGINS: Noon Dismissal

JANUARY

3rd (Monday)

● CLASSES RESUME 15th (Monday)

● MARTIN LUTHER KING HOLIDAY: NO CLASSES 19th (Friday)

● QUARTERLY BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION: 9:30-10:15 a.m. Celebration can include treats, party hats and/or favors plus outdoor recess. This party will cover birthdays occurring in November, December and January. Three parents are requested to bring party supplies and coordinate the event; all parents are welcome.


Favors: 1.) Jennifer Morgan 1.) Gina Wojtsiak

Drinks: 1.) Mike McCabe 1.) Jen Jung

Treats: 1.) Jerusha Joshua 1.) Tim/Patty Covington

24th (Wednesday) ● LOWER SCHOOL Early Dismissal: Noon

29th (Monday) – 2nd (Friday)

● LOWER SCHOOL CONFERENCE WEEK Sign ups for individual conferences will be scheduled using Sign Up Genius. Parents will receive an email from the room parent containing sign up instructions.

30th (Tuesday) - 2nd (Friday)

● BOOK FAIR: Bon Air Campus, Atrium.

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Volunteers are needed to assist with set up on the 29th, Open House on the 1st and/or clean up on the 2nd. Book Fair Chair, Lauren Golliday will contact you closer to the book fair dates to finalize details.


Set Up: January 29 1.) Caroline Nowery 1.)Hilary Dixon

2.) Ann Alverson 2.)Andrea Erda

Open House: February 1 1.) Leesa Gregory 1.) Courtney Hampton

2.) Ashley Howle 2.) Jess Buchta

Clean Up: February 2 1.) Mike McCabe 1.)Ken Garcia

2.) Jen Amos 2.) Lori Kistner

Room Parents: Please email the names of your volunteers to:

Lauren Golliday([email protected])

FEBRUARY

6th (Tuesday) ● 4TH GRADE PARENTS MEETING WITH TEACHERS: Atrium, 7 p.m. As

indicated above, the teachers will decide if a meeting is necessary as we get closer to February.


Drinks and Napkins: 1.) Elizabeth Stevens 1.)

2.) Leslie Roberts 2.)

Dessert: 1.) Kelsey Salley 1.)

2.) Kim Phillips 2.)

1st (Thursday)

● BOOK FAIR OPEN HOUSE: Following Lower School Dismissal 10th (Saturday)

● AUCTION: The John Marshall Hotel, 6:00 p.m. Details under “Special Projects and Activities” page


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14th (Wednesday) ● 4TH GRADE VALENTINE’S DAY PARTY: 2:00 - 2:45 p.m.

Bring in a decorated cereal box for Valentines. Only parent volunteers attend.


Whole-Grade Coordinator: organizes event; reminds parents of duties; only one needed

1.) Leesa Gregory

Set-Up: 1.) Leslie Roberts 1.) Logan Vetrovec

Snacks: 1.) Laura Fornash 1.) Fran McLeod

Drinks: 1.) Kelsey Salley 1.) Julie Gibbs

Napkins: 1.) Asheley Jewett 1.) Tim/Patty Covington

Games: only 1 or 2 short games needed

1.) Ashley H/ Ann A 1.)Gina W./Andrea Z.

Photographer: 1.) Patsy Buelow 1.) Sandy Brooks

19th (Monday)

● PRESIDENT'S DAY: NO CLASSES 21st (Wednesday)

● LOWER SCHOOL Teacher Treats: Provided by 4th Grade Parents provide treats for the teachers. The food is set up in the LEGO Room. Volunteers to provide snacks/treats for 24 teachers and staff. Finger foods are best. Please remember to bring napkins and/or plates. To let the teachers and faculty know the “treat day” and location, leave a note in advance by the teachers’ mailboxes (Bon Air Campus). Parents provide treats for the teachers. The food is set up in the SMPA ROOM. Volunteers to provide snacks/treats for 24 teachers and staff. Finger foods are best. To let the teachers and faculty know the “treat day” and location, leave a note in advance by the teachers’ mailboxes (Bon Air Campus).


Whole-Grade Coordinator: organizes volunteers and reminds them of duties; creates flyer and places in teacher mailboxes;only one needed

1.) Hilary Dixon

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Treats: 1.) Mike McCabe 1.)Courtney Hampton

2.) Jen Amos 2.)Sandy Brooks

Drinks: 1.) Laura Fornash 1.) Natasha Chernault

2.) Leslie Roberts 2.) Andrea Erda

Plates/Napkins/Utensils 1.) Asheley Jewett 1.) Lisa Schuster

22nd (Thursday)

● Deadline to submit Birthday Books to Bon Air Library MARCH

2nd (Friday)

● SPRING BREAK: Lower School Noon Dismissal. Middle School 11:45 p.m. Dismissal.

12th (Monday)

● CLASSES RESUME

20th (Tuesday) ● MRS. GEIER’S CLASS - 4TH GRADE CHAPEL PRESENTATION: St.

Michael’s Church, 8:30 a.m. As part of their Religion class, the students create their own chapel service. Parents are needed to help with the order of service and arrange costumes. Contact Mr. Hansen to discuss. Parents and siblings are invited to attend.

Volunteer Opportunity Mrs. Geier

Helper: 1.) Mike McCabe

2.) Jen Amos

Photographer: 1.) Asheley Jewett

Small Treat: after chapel, in classroom 1.) Ann Alverson

21st (Wednesday)

● LOWER SCHOOL Early Dismissal: Noon 22nd (Thursday)

● LOWER SCHOOL: Birthday Book Assembly at Bon Air Campus

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27th (Tuesday)

● MS. BOCKISCH’S CLASS - 4TH GRADE CHAPEL PRESENTATION: St. Michael’s Church, 8:30 a.m. As part of their Religion class, the students create their own chapel service. Parents are needed to help with the order of service and arrange costumes. Contact Mr. Hansen to discuss. Parents and siblings are invited to attend.

Volunteer Opportunity Ms. Bockisch

Helper: 1.) Natasha Chernault

2.) Fran McLeod

Photographer: 1.) Alison Monroe

Small Treat: after chapel, in classroom 1.) Julia Durham

29th (Thursday)

● QUARTERLY BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION: 9:30-10:15 a.m. Celebration can include treats, party hats and/or favors plus outdoor recess. This party will cover birthdays occurring in February, March and April. At least three parents are requested to bring party supplies and coordinate the event; all parents are welcome.


Favors: 1.) Ken Renwick 1.) Alison Monroe

Drinks: 1.) Hunter Stockton 1.) Amy Norman

Treats: 1.) Diane Flemming 1.) Sandy Brooks

30th (Friday)

● GOOD FRIDAY - No Classes

APRIL

2nd (Monday) ● EASTER MONDAY - No Classes (possible snow make-up day)

4th (Wednesday)

● LOWER SCHOOL Early Dismissal: Noon

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6th (Friday)

● FIELD TRIP TO LEWIS GINTER BOTANICAL GARDENS. Leave school at 9:15 a.m.; Return approximately 1:00 p.m. Children will bring brown bag lunches. First parent to return please stay with children until teachers return. Drivers must have Volunteer Personal Automobile Use Form on file with the office. Please indicate next to your name the number of children your car can seat safely. Children must ride in back seats. See Field Trip policies for further guidelines. Note: Lewis Ginter is allowing three adults per five children into the gardens for free. Additional parents may come, but they must pay. The teachers have requested at least five parents per class.

One parent for each class will need to leave Lewis Ginter first and then stay in the classroom with all of the children until the teachers return:



1.) Libby Gallahan 1.) Logan Vetrovec 5



1.) Jennifer Morgan 4 1.) Gina Wojtysiak 4

2.) Kim Phillips 5 2.) Alison Monroe 4

3.) Kelsey Salley 5 3.)Julia Durham 5

4.) Jerusha Joshua 4.)Courtney 5

alternates: Jess Butcha, Lisa Schuster and Andrea Zofuto

7th (Saturday)

● BON AIR GROUNDS CLEAN UP: Bon Air Campus, 8:00 a.m. 2 volunteers each from each class in grades Kindergarten, 2 and 4 only


Fall Grounds Clean Up Bon Air Campus

1.) Dan Grinnan 1.)Brandon Chernault

2.) Mike McCabe 2.)Angie Rowe

(Room Parents: Please e-mail the names of your Grounds volunteers to: Chris Kardian [email protected])


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9th (Monday) – 13th (Friday)

● CONFERENCE WEEK (Lower & Middle School) Sign ups for individual conferences will be scheduled using Sign Up Genius. Parents will receive an email from the room parent containing sign up instructions.

12th (Thursday)

● Deadline to submit Birthday Books to Bon Air Library 16th (Monday) - 20th (Friday)

● TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK Children are encouraged to make a card or bring in some other homemade token of appreciation during the week. Please do not forget specialty teachers and administration. Teacher Appreciation Week Chair - Angela Sheppard ([email protected])

Each class in each grade is asked to provide 3 volunteers (1 brings drinks/2 bring treats) to supply treats and drinks on their assigned day during Teacher Appreciation Week. More information about this will follow from the Teacher Appreciation Committee in March.

17th (Tuesday) - 4th Grade


Drinks: 1.) Laura Fornash 1.) Jess Butcha

Food: 1.) Leslie Roberts 1.)Julia Durham

2.) Libby Gallahan 2.) Fran McLeod

18th (Wednesday)

● LOWER SCHOOL Early Dismissal: Noon 20th (Friday)

● TEACHER APPRECIATION LUNCHEON The Teacher Appreciation Luncheon is scheduled for April 20th. Please ask a volunteer to stay with your class on the day of the luncheon. Teachers attend the luncheon during their regular lunch period, so confirm that time with the teacher. Please encourage your teacher to enjoy a leisurely lunch, as this is in appreciation of the work they do for all of us.


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Volunteer to sit with class during luncheon

1.) Kim Phillips 1.) Gina Wojtysiak

VISITS TO MINDS IN MOTION AT CENTER STAGE Half-day commitment. Drivers are needed to transport students to Center Stage and return students to school. Drivers must have Volunteer Personal Automobile Use Form on file with the office. Please indicate next to your name the number of children you can seat safely. Children must ride in back seats. See Field Trip policies for further guidelines. April 20th Drivers:



1.) Elizabeth Stevens 1.) Alison Monroe 4

2.) Ann Alverson 4 2.) Jess Buchta(am)/Gina Wojtysiak (pm)

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3.) Leesa Gregory 5 3.) Courtney Hampton 5

4.) Laura Fornash 4.) Logan Vetrovec (am) only

5.) Kelsey Salley 5 5.) Lisa Schuster 5

MINDS IN MOTION DRESS REHEARSAL AT CENTER STAGE. All day commitment. Drivers are needed to transport students to Center Stage and return students to school. Drivers must have Volunteer Personal Automobile Use Form on file with the office. Please indicate next to your name the number of children you can seat safely. Children must ride in back seats. See Field Trip policies for further guidelines April 26th Drivers:



1.) Leslie Roberts 1.) Jess Buchta (am)/Gina W. (pm)

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2.) Jen Amos 3 2.) Jen Jung 5

3.) Patsy Buelow 4 3.)Julie G(am)/Julia D (pm) 5

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4.) Caroline Nowery 4.)Andrea Erda 4

5.) Ashley Howle 5.) Lisa Schuster if needed

MINDS IN MOTION PERFORMANCE: April 27th Drivers (drop off only)



1.) Mike McCabe 3 1.) Anya Mills 5

2.) Ann Alverson 4 2.) Sandy Brooks 5

3.) Asheley Jewett 3 or 6 3.) Alison Monroe 4

4.) Leesa Gregory 5 4.) Courtney Hampton 5

5.) Leslie Roberts 5.) Fran McLeod 5

MAY

April 30th (Monday) through May 4th (Friday) ● SPIRIT WEEK

Students show their school spirit by dressing according to the theme of the day. Spirit week themes will be announced at a later date and communicated via This Week @ St. Michael’s.

3rd (Thursday)

● LOWER SCHOOL Birthday Book Assembly 4th (Friday)

● MAGIC DRAGON DAY SETUP Set-up for MDD is from 3PM-5PM. One volunteer is needed from each class – 2 per grade. Parents with pick-up trucks/trailers are especially encouraged to volunteer on Friday. Volunteers are also needed for MDD set up on Saturday from 7AM-9AM.


Set Up Friday 3-5 p.m. 1.) Caroline Nowery 1.) Jen J. And Noah

Set Up Saturday 7-9 a.m. 1.) Caroline Nowery 1.) Ken Garcia

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5th (Saturday)

● MAGIC DRAGON DAY – Designated School Day (Bon Air Campus) Kindergarten Maypole Dance: 9:30 a.m.

Field Games will immediately follow the Maypole Dance Food Trucks Open: 10 a.m. Booths Open: 11 a.m. Booths Close: 2:00 p.m.

● Field Games: Each grade needs two Blue and two White team parent volunteer

guides (one from each class) to lead their grade’s team through the Field Day Games and Tug of War.


Blue Team Guides: 1.) Ken Renwick 1.) John Mills

2.) Leesa Gregory 2.) Aaron Gibbs

White Team Guides: 1.) Caroline Nowery 1.) Scott Durham

2.) Meredith Turner 2.) Len Norman

Blue Team Photographer: 1.) Jen Amos 1.) Alison Monroe

White Team Photograher: 1.) Libby Gallahan 1.) Sandy Brooks

● Booths

Each class in a grade is assigned a booth. One parent volunteer from each class serves as the booth coordinator and is responsible for opening and closing the booth and ensuring volunteers report for their shifts. (All games, supplies, and prizes will be provided by the MDD committee.) Parent volunteers sign up to work at the booth, usually in half hour shifts. The booths open at 10 a.m. and closes at 2:00 p.m. Kindergarten: Cake Walk 1st grade - 7th Grades: Carnival Games 8th grade: Concessions Booth Coordinator: Jess Buchta

Shift Volunteers Mrs. Geier Ms. Bockisch

11:00 - 11:30 1.) Elizabeth Stevens 1.) Kurt Schuster

2.) Hunter Stockton 2.) Gina/Anna Wojtysiak

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11:30 - Noon 1.) Laura Fornash 1.)Andrea Zofuto

2.) Libby Gallahan 2.) Natasha Chernault

Noon - 12:30 1.) Asheley Jewett 1.) Amy Norman

2.) Caroline Nowery 2.) Julia Durham

1:00 - 1:30 1.) Laura Fornash 1.) Alison Monroe

2.) Diane Fleming 2.) Lori Kistner

1:30 - 2:00 1.) Ashley Howle 1.) Robert Erda

2.) Kim Phillips 2.) Anya Mills

Clean Up Committee

● Parents with pick-up trucks/trailers are especially encouraged to volunteer. ● At least one volunteer is needed from each class - 2 per grade.


Clean up 2:00 - 3:30 p.m.

1.) Leslie Roberts 1.) Brian Hampton

2.) Dan Grinnan 2.) Tim Covington

All Room Parents: Please email ALL MDD volunteers to Jules Kearfott ([email protected]), Kim Croheim

([email protected]) & Ashley Mackey ([email protected])

10th (Thursday) ● LOWER SCHOOL Birthday Book Assembly

18th (Friday)

● EXPLORER’S DAY: Dundas Hatcher, 8:30-10:15 a.m. Each child will choose an explorer, learn about them, and present what they have learned in a live timeline. All parents are welcome. No siblings please.


Whole-Grade Coordinator: organizes and reminds parents of duties; only one needed

1.) Ashley Howle




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Set-Up: 1.) Ann Alverson 1.) Alison Monroe

2.) Jen Amos 2.) Logan Vetrovec

3.) Libby Gallahan 3.) Courtney Hampton

Treats: 1.) N/A 1.) N/A

Drinks & Napkins: 1.) N/A 1.) N/A

Clean-Up: 1.) Leesa Gregory 1.) Julie Gibbs

2.) Ann Alverson 2.) Julia Durham

3.) Kelsey Salley 3.) Emily Garcia

Photographer: 1.) Leesa Gregory 1.) Jen Jung

22nd (Tuesday)

● GARDEN HARVEST PARTY: The children will eat what they have grown in their garden. Only parent volunteers attend.


Whole-Grade Coordinator: organizes and reminds parents of duties; only one needed

2.) Anya Mills

Set-Up/Decor: 1.) Patsy Buelow 1.) Jen Jung

2.) Samara Grinnan 2.) Lisa Schuster

3.) Mike McCabe 3.) Andrea Zofuto

Vegetable Washers/Preparers: begins after morning carpool

1.) Hunter Stockton 1.) Natasha Chernault

2.) Asheley Jewett 2.) Gina Wojtysiak

3.) Kim Phillips 3.) Courtney Hampton

4.) Jen Amos 4.)Fran McLeod

Servers: please arrive by 11:30 a.m.

1.) Ashley Howle 1.) Logan Vetrovec

2.) Leslie Roberts 2.) Natasha Chernault

3.) Laura Fornash 3.) Lisa Schuster

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Clean Up 1.) Ann Alverson 1.) Andrea Zofuto

2.) Samara Grinnan 2.) Jen Jung

3.) Ashley Howle 3.) Courtney Hampton

Photographer: 1.) Kim Phillips 1.) Sandy Brooks

23rd (Wednesday)

● HONORS ASSEMBLY: Bon Air Campus, 8:30 a.m. Families of those students receiving awards will be notified ahead of time. Only families of those receiving awards attend.

25th (Friday)

● READING PALS CELEBRATION, Atrium, 2-2:30 p.m. Coordinated by first grade. No gifts please.

28th (Monday)

● MEMORIAL DAY: NO CLASSES End-of-year Teacher Gift The SMPA, in conjunction with the Activity Fee billed to the St. Michael’s parents, provides the teachers with a $100 gift at the end of the school year. Please note solicitation of additional money from students or parents is against school policy. Collections for Room Parents are not encouraged or expected. The SMPA will provide a check to purchase the end of year teacher gift. Year-end teacher gifts typically are more personal in nature. Volunteer to purchase year-end gift card for the teacher from the class:

Mrs. Geier Ms. Bockisch

1.) Caroline Nowery 2.) Angie Rowe

JUNE

TBD END OF YEAR PARTY/PICNIC COORDINATOR(S) (OPTIONAL): This may be decided closer to the end of the school year.


Coordinator: 1.) Asheley Jewett 1.) Alison Monroe

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4th (Monday)

● EARLY DISMISSAL: Lower School - Noon 5th (Tuesday)

● EARLY DISMISSAL: Lower School - Noon

● QUARTERLY BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION: 9:30-10:15 a.m. Celebration can include treats, party hats and/or favors plus outdoor recess. This party will cover birthdays occurring in May, June and July. At least three parents are requested to bring party supplies and coordinate the event; all parents are welcome. Please indicate your anticipated contribution (e..g, treats, drinks, paper supplies, favors).


Favors: 1.)Asheley Jewett 1.) Lisa Schuster

Drinks: 1.)Ann Alverson 1.) Julie Gibbs

Treats: 1.)Ann Alverson 1.) Angie Rowe

6th (Wednesday)

● CLOSING CEREMONIES: St. Michael’s Church, Parents and siblings invited. Please dress your child in Sunday clothes.

● 3rd, 4th and 5th GRADES: 10:30 a.m.

CONTINUE BELOW FOR ADDITIONAL VOLUNTEER NEEDS. THANK YOU.

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ADDITIONAL VOLUNTEER NEEDS SPECIAL PROJECTS AND ACTIVITIES

*SIGN UPS FOR PARENT READERS IN K-5 SHOULD BE CREATED IN SIGN-UP GENIUS DRAGON BED Clear bed in September and lay down black plastic to prepare for rock project.

Mrs. Geier Ms. Bockisch

1.) Ken Renwick 1.) Alison Monroe

2.) Leslie Roberts 2.) Gina Wojtysiak

3.) Mike McCabe 3.) Natasha Chernault

YEARBOOK Editor: Sandy Brooks ([email protected]) Please share your photographs during the year! Photos may be uploaded to the yearbook website: www.hjeshare.com. Enter school code 3042755 and follow the instructions. Photos may also be placed on a CD and turned in to either school office. Please mark the CD with “yearbook” and note the grade, the name and date of the event, and your name. Blank CDs are available in the SMPA room at the Lower School.


Class Yearbook Editor: 1.) Elizabeth Stevens 1.)Sandy Brooks

Class editors assist the Yearbook Chairs with the following:

● Taking (or obtaining) class photos and uploading them to the yearbook library ● Preparing photo layout on class pages ● Making sure sure every child in the grade is represented on the pages; ● Proofreading class pages

PARENT SOCIALS It’s fun for parents to get together outside of school and away from the children, be it for coffee, or out to dinner. It’s tradition to have a class cocktail party in the Fall, and other casual socials through the year. Socials are optional.

Month Mrs. Geier Ms. Bockisch


http://www.hjeshare.com/

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October 1.) Meredith Turner 1.)

2.) Jen Amos 2.)

January 1.) 1.) Amy/Len Norman

2.) 2.)

February 1.) Kelsey Salley 1.)

2.) Dianne Flemming 2.)

March 1.) 1.)

2.) 2.)

April

1.) Leesa Gregory 1.)

2.) Laura Fornash 2.)

ANNUAL AUCTION is jointly hosted by the SMPA and the Development Office. The Auction is February 10, 2018, at The John Marshall Hotel. Projects may be submitted per grade level or by individual classes. Each grade is encouraged to submit either one grade level project or two class projects. Each class receives $100 reimbursement for materials, or $150 for a grade level project. Please refrain from creating projects using students “faces” unless otherwise approved. Contact Class Projects’ Chair, Calais Fitzmaurice Benson) [email protected], to receive project approval, to provide project descriptions or with any questions. (Room Parents: Please email Calais your class project coordinator’s name) Auction: February 10, 2018 Solicitations end/items due: October 31 Class projects/ideas submitted: October 31 Class projects final descriptions: January 17 Class projects delivered: February 10, The John Marshall Use the corresponding chart below to indicate if the project is for the entire grade or the individual classes (if the project is for the class, then each class will need to have a coordinator and volunteers). Individual Class Projects:

Auction Class Project Mrs. Geier Ms. Bockisch


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Coordinator: 1.) Meredith Turner 2.) Gina Wojtysiak

Helpers: 1.) 1.) Courtney Hampton

2.) 2.) Mrs. Bockisch

3.) 3.) Julia Durham

4.) 4.) Lisa Schuster

OR Grade Level Project:

Coordinator: 1.)

Helpers: 1.)

2.)

3.)

4.)

Room Parents: Please email Calais Fitzmaurice Benson ([email protected])

with your auction project coordinator(s) name

MONTHLY TEACHER/ADMIN TREATS – Parents provide treats for the teachers and administration at the Bon Air and Singleton Campuses. At the Bon Air Campus, food is set up in the LEGO Room. At the Singleton Campus, food is set up in the teachers’ lounge. Please ask your volunteers to prepare for 24 teachers and staff at Bon Air and 15 at Singleton. Finger foods are best. Please remember to bring napkins and/or plates. To let the teachers and faculty know the “treat day” and location, leave a note in advance by the teachers’ mailboxes (Bon Air Campus) or the teachers’ lounge (Singleton Campus). Assign two parents from each class (4 per grade) to provide treats. Please note: There are no teacher treats provided in September, April, or May. Monthly teacher treat responsibilities are as follows: Bon Air Campus Singleton Campus October – Kindergarten October - Sixth Grade November – First Grade November - Seventh Grade December – Second Grade December - Eighth Grade January – Third Grade January - Sixth Grade February – Fourth Grade February - Seventh Grade March – Fifth Grade March - Eighth Grade


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Special Library Information

VOLUNTEER REQUEST AT BON AIR CAMPUS: Please consider assisting Mrs. Wise in the library with the following volunteer needs:


Shelve Books: Mondays: 1:00-3:00 p.m. Wednesdays: 8:15-9:30 a.m. Thursdays: 8:15-9:30 a.m. If possible, volunteers are asked to come twice a month.

1.) Jen Amos 1.) Hilary Dixon

Process Books: covering & labeling books Mondays: 1:00-3:00 p.m.; twice/month

1.) Libby Gallahan 1.)

Birthday Book Volunteer: enter information into Excel spreadsheet; detail oriented; as needed

1.) Samara Grinnan 1.) Natasha Chernault

BIRTHDAY BOOK ASSEMBLIES at the BON AIR CAMPUS – The presentation of Birthday Books to the Lower School library is a special tradition at St. Michael’s. Each year students who wish to participate choose a favorite book from a selection of new books set aside in the library, from their favorite bookstore, or by special order through the librarian. A bookplate in the front of each Birthday Book contains the name and birthday of the child presenting this book to the library collection. Books may also be given in honor or memory of someone. Hardbound books are preferred. A special assembly honoring Birthday Book donations will be held at the Bon Air Campus on the following dates:

● Thursday, October 19, 2017 (Please submit book(s) by September 28) ● Thursday, March 22, 2018 (Please submit book(s) by February 22) ● Thursday, May 3, 2018 (Please submit books by April 12)

The program takes place in Dundas-Hatcher Hall at the start of the school day. All are welcome to attend. For more information, please contact Carol Wise, Bon Air Campus librarian, at [email protected]


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School-Wide Information and Policies

The purpose of these guidelines and policies is to foster a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for St. Michael’s students to learn and grow. Alcohol: Alcoholic beverages are not served at school events where students are present. Christmas Gifts: St. Michael’s stresses Christmas as a religious holiday. The School discourages gift giving at school among students outside of specific programs (e.g., chapel pals). If Christmas gifts are given, please consider homemade items such as baked goods, cards, small mementos, etc. Children and parents are not expected to give teacher gifts. Contributions to Class Activities: Party treats, special goodies, etc. are handled equally between the two classes of the same grade. Make volunteers aware of the volunteers for the other class so efforts are coordinated. The costs of the parties, play costumes, etc. are volunteer expenses. By equally assigning activities in your class, expenses are shared evenly. It is the parents’ choice as to how much they choose to spend. Parents should not solicit additional funds from parents or students without approval from Mary King Coleman. Eighth grade graduation expenses should be kept to a minimum and cannot be billed or paid through the school’s business office. (See “Fundraising and Solicitation” below.) Dress Code: Please refer to the School Directory for information on the dress code. Note that for field trips and other St. Michael’s activities, specific attire on occasion may be required (e.g., blazer/tie/dress shirt, skirts/dresses, etc.). Email: Use of individual and group email addresses – including “reply all” emails – is restricted to communications about St. Michael’s activities. Fundraising and Solicitation: Each year St. Michael’s receives a broad base of support from parents, alumni, past parents, grandparents and friends for the Annual Fund and capital campaign initiatives. Like most independent schools, tuition alone does not cover the total costs involved with educating our students. Philanthropic gifts provide the additional resources needed to meet ongoing expenses. Parent participation is a strong indicator of overall support for the School and is often a crucial factor in securing funding from foundations. All fundraising and community service projects either by parents, students or teachers, must have prior approval by the Development Office. Solicitation of money or items from students or parents without prior approval of the Development Office is against school policy, regardless of the purpose of the solicitation. Personal Parties: Please encourage your child to be thoughtful and sensitive, and as inclusive as possible in social activities. With that in mind, invitations to personal parties are not to be distributed at school unless the entire class is invited. Additionally, students attending school events or activities immediately preceding or following school events as “couples” can make such events socially challenging.

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