News From The Murray Avenue PTA
June
20, 2008
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News From The Murray Avenue PTA |
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Dear Parents and Teachers, This is our final issue of Tiger Talk for 07/08 and we would like to thank you all for your support throughout the year. We are in awe of the vast array of programs and activities created and orchestrated this year by so many talented and committed teachers and volunteers, who work in partnership to benefit our children and enrich their educational experience. You are all inspiring and we thank you for your time and dedication! A very special thank you to our devoted PTA board members who have completed their terms and are moving on: Liza Mason, Jill Simpson, Suzanne Schlegel, Debbie Manetta, Carolynn Dilworth (SEPTA Rep) and George Hebron (Teacher Rep). Many thanks to our supportive school administration, Jennifer Scazafave and Cruz Soler, along with a wonderful staff. Special recognition goes to Deb Garriola and Sue Sparacino in the main office, who help the PTA in so many ways. And, of course, our PTA events could not run without the help of our amazing custodial staff: Tony, Bruno, Mark & Don. We say goodbye to the 5th graders and wish them much success in middle school. We also thank the Murray families who also "graduate" and move on for their contributions over the years -- you will be missed! To the entire Murray Avenue Community, we wish you a summer filled with fun, family and friends! Sincerely, Sue & Kristine |
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| Graduation Thanks: Graduation is right around the corner, but before we go, the 5th grade chairs, Jane Bernstein, Maureen LeBlanc and Tracy Owen, want to thank all of the 5th grade Graduation activities chairs and their volunteers for all of their hard work: Graduation Party: Gail Julie, Ellen Lee and Kathy Rasor; Graduation Ceremony: Debra Schwartz and Becky Robinson; the outstanding program design: Jenny Lee, Mary Rodrigues and Jill Simpson; the great decorations: Maria Csenge, Jenny Lee, Holly Watroba and Christina Battalia; the fabulous 5th grade video: Susie Sigel, Daniel Teboul and Vicki Gold; Graduation reception: Stephanie Basta and Louise Cohen; T-shirt design: Rory Ellis and Bonnie Holiber; and 5th Grade Gift: Merrill Gutstein and Faith Glazier. Thank you to all the parents who have helped make 5th grade a wonderful year for our graduates! And thank you Tracy, Maureen and Jane for all your work as 5th Grade Level Chairs! | |||||
| A special thank you to Sue Bokert for her leadership and hard work over the last two years as PTA co-President! | |||||
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Retirement Party for Mrs. Dietrich and Mrs. Stohrer Parents, students and alums, please join us next Wed, June 25 right after dismissal at 11:30am outside the school's main entrance to wish a fond farewell to Mrs. Dietrich and Mrs. Stohrer. Stop by for a treat and show them how much they've meant to us! |
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| Yearbooks are Coming! 5th graders will receive yearbooks at the Graduation Party. K-4th graders who ordered books will receive them next Tues. A limited number of copies will be available for purchase for $15 next Tues after school and Wed before/after school outside the main entrance. In case of rain, the books will be sold in front of the Library. Thank you to our volunteer photographers and to Bruce Simons, Jenny Lee, and Taylor Lee for their artistic contributions. Co-Chairs Sari Kleinman, Debbie Hilden, Lauren Wertheim and Maureen Zaback did a great job on this meaningful project! | |||||
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It's Time to Submit Outstanding PTA Expenses: To plan for next year, we need all of this year's expenses accounted for. Forms can be found here. Select PTA forms from the left hand menu. They are also available in the Treasurer's mail box in the main office. Any questions? Please contact PTA Treasurer Liza Mason. |
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| Last Chance to Check Lost and Found! On Thursday, June 26, all items remaining in the Lost and Found will be tossed out or donated. | |||||
| "Clean out your Desk" Campaign: Next week, students can donate leftover unused school supplies to the United Community Center of Westchester by placing them in bins provided in the small gym. Please note that this is a voluntary program, and parents must sign and return a permission slip that went home in backpacks in order for their children to participate. | |||||
| A Tip About "Green Power" from the Green Tigers: This summer, most of us will be using more electricity as we cool our homes with air conditioners. Did you know that electricity is one of the biggest producers of carbon? Switching to "green power" is an easy way to reduce a home's carbon footprint. Green power is generated from renewable sources like wind or water. To make the switch, sign up on Con Edison's website. There is no special equipment required. | |||||
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| Tiger Talk is Murray Ave PTA's weekly one-page bulletin and the best way to stay informed. Do you have an item for Tiger Talk? Submit your PTA-related notice, via email by 3 pm on Wed. to tigertalk@mamkschools.org. Questions regarding Tiger Talk, contact editor Ann LoBue at tigertalk@mamkschools.org. For School, District or Community submissions, contact Deborah Garriola, at Garriola@mamkschools.org. |