Newsletter - January 31, 2011

Dear Parents and Students:

The February theme is "Free to Love."  "My command is this: Love each other as I have loved you.”  John 15:12

Author Tom Couser will be at St. Paul on February 9 at 7 P.M.  He will be covering various topics that relate to parenting and peer relationships among children.  I am offering extra credit (replace lowest daily grade in algebra and science with 100%) for attendance!  You may read more about him on his blog:  http://www.tomcouser.blogspot.com/

Learning Fair term papers are being composed under the direction of Mr. Pool.  There are numerous deadlines ahead, so please note the important dates.  Excellent topics have been approved and we look forward to seeing these ideas develop.

Winterfest is scheduled for Saturday, February 19, 12:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M.  We are joining seventh grade in the theme basket which is an art basket.  Our game/activity will be creating drink holders with children.  They are clear cylinders in which a paper can be inserted which will serve as decoration.  We can use parent volunteers for the construction of the candles and vases.  Please contact us if you are available.

Please let Mr. Pool know of final decisions on the Washington D.C. trip as soon as possible.  There is an excellent opportunity to earn some funds for the trip by serving a meal at St. Paul before the Ash Wednesday (March 9) Lenten worship service.  Help is needed from 4 - 7 P.M. from students and parents (anyone else you might recruit to help).  We will cook and serve about 150 meals (food will be provided).  Please make a note of this and whether you would be able to volunteer.

Upcoming Events
Mid-Quarter Reports Issued - Wed., 2/2
Soccer Parent Meeting - Thurs., 2/3
Winter Texas Orchestra Concert - Fri., 2/4, 2 P.M.
Soccer Season Begins - Thurs., 2/17

In His Name,

Jesus T. Pena, M.Ed.
Eighth Grade Teacher
8thgrade@stpaulmcallen.org