The Paw Print

Monday 10/23

Red Ribbon Week: PJ day

2:15 - Cube Club (last session)

Book Fair 2:15-3:15

7:00 - Mandatory Play Parent Meeting

Tuesday 10/24

Red Ribbon Week: Crazy Hair & Socks

9:45 - Running Club @ recess

Book Fair 2:15-3:15

2:25-3:25 - Student Council Meeting

Play rehearsal begin (see below)

Wednesday 10/25

Red Ribbon Week: Superhero

1:15 Dismissal

Book Fair 2:15-3:15

Thursday 10/26

Red Ribbon Week: Wear Halloween Colors

9:45 - Running Club @ recess

LAST DAY of Book Fair

FALL FESTIVAL

Friday 10/27

Red Ribbon Week: Wear Brookhaven Spirit Wear/Red

2:15 - Ice Cream Sales

Coming Up...

10/30 - Chess Masters begins

We are excited to share that we are holding a pumpkin decorating contest this year! Students may decorate a pumpkin at home and then bring it to school on Monday, October 30th at arrival. Please do not bring it earlier than the 30th. Students will take their pumpkin to the MPR at arrival.

• Only one pumpkin entry per student

• Pumpkins must be the size of a basketball or smaller (child needs to be able to carry it)

• 4 Categories: (choose one to enter)

• Funniest

• Scariest

• Most Original

• Most School Spirited

• Pumpkins can be carved or uncarved

• Student’s full name, grade, and category must be clearly labeled on the pumpkin. Use a sharpie, sticker or sign.

**All activities are OPTIONAL

We will be having a Halloween PBIS “Pep Rally” on Tuesday, October 31 at 10:05 on the lower grade playground. Grade levels (primary & upper) will be called up to parade around the court and show off their costumes. We’ll have some fun Halloween music playing. Pumpkin decorating contest winners will be announced.

You may come to school dressed up in your costume!

Please remember the following guidelines:

• Please wear age-appropriate costumes with proper footwear.

• Dress-code rules apply. Please avoid any costumes, parts or accessories that will distract your child or others from learning.

• Students MAY color their hair as long as hair returns to their natural color the following school day.

• The following are NOT ALLOWED: costume masks, face paint, fake blood or gore, weapons, inappropriate logos or sayings.

• Costumes must be age-appropriate, safe and functional.

**All activities are OPTIONAL

Parent Letter (check your email)

Free Reflex Parent Account

Parent Quick Start Guide video

Attendance Line ~ 714-986-7110 and press 3

If students are out ill, please call the office to clear absences.

• 10/26 - Fall Festival from 5:30pm to 7:30pm (ticket order form below)
  

• We have added a grilled cheese meal as an option for $8. If you would like to order this meal, please write it on your order form with the quantity and include it with your payment.

  
  

Mandatory musical parent meeting: Monday, 10/23 at 7pm in MPR

Musical rehearsal #1: (2nd-6th only). Tuesday, 10/24 at 2:15pm. Meet at lunch tables.

WINNERS!

TK-3

1. Mr. Hebert

2. Mrs. Castillo

3. Mrs. Vitelli

4-6

1. Mrs. Pearson

2. Mrs. Ricotta

3. Mr. Nakanishi

We have added a grilled cheese meal as an option for $8. If you would like to order this meal, please write it on your order form with the quantity and include it with your payment.

Are you or someone you know looking to work with children in a family-friendly environment? Are you interested in supporting and mentoring our students after school? If so, the Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District is looking to hire After-School Expanded Learning Staff!

The district is looking for 70 individuals. If you are interested in applying for these positions, please submit an online application along with supporting documents at www.edjoin.org/Home/DistrictJobPosting/1801680. Please note that a teaching credential is not required.

Please call the Human Resources Department at (714) 985-8717 for inquiries about Expanded Learning positions or (714) 985-8410 for general inquiries. Visit www.edjoin.org/pylusd any time to apply for one of the district's many available positions. And please help us spread the word!

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Website

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Good News Report

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Smartphone App

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Questions?

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