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Miss an issue of The Week Ahead at Caedmon? Each week's content is now archived under the 'Current Families' tab of our website .
The Caedmon School calendar can be found on our website  here . Please consult this calendar for the most up-to-date information, as it will be updated periodically throughout the year. 
The lunch menu for the month of November is posted on our website . View and print daily offerings from Winstead Caterers , including vegetarian options, sandwich & salad bar, fruits, cereals, and more.
Week of November 7th

Tuesday, November 8th 
  • Election Day: Find your polling place
  • Half Day of School for Students: 11:30 a.m. Dismissal for Grades 1-5 | 11:45 a.m. Dismissal for Beginners through Kindergarten
  • Parent Teacher Conferences: 12:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday, November 9th 
  • School Closed for Students - Parent Teacher Conferences: 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 
Thursday, November 10th
  • FACES of Diversity Breakfast Discussion: 8:45 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. | The Caedmon Lobby
Friday, November 11th 
  • Child Chat: Tips on Helping Children with Fears, Stress and Worries: 8:45 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. | The Church Basement of St. Monica's
  • Family Fun Night for Beginners & Early Program: 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. | The Caedmon School Dining Hall

Thanksgiving Food Drive Now Open: Donate to NY Common Pantry
Donation  Box in the Lobby
Caedmon is now collecting food donations for NY Common Pantry through November 15th. If you would like to donate, we have been selected to provide boxed cake mix or frosting, olive oil (plastic container), garlic powder, or poultry seasoning. You may also make a cash donation in lieu of giving food so that the Pantry may purchase full Thanksgiving meals for families in need.  If you have any questions, please contact Cindy Rodriguez . 

FACES of Diversity Breakfast Conversation: Fostering Empathy in Our Children, Part II
Thursday, November 10th | 8:45 a.m. | Caedmon Lobby
Join fellow parents and share your thoughts and feelings on a wide array of issues within the area of diversity. This week's meeting will continue with a discussion on empathy and addressing differences with young children. Please see a NY Times piece entitled,  Only White People, Said the Little Girl to further the conversation.

Child Chat: Tips on Helping Children with Fears, Stress and Worries
Friday, November 11th| 8:45 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.| The Church Basement of St. Monica's
It is common and normal for children go through times when they experience fears, worries or nervous feelings, ranging from fears of monsters under the bed to stress over taking standardized tests. Come join School Psychologist, Dr. Seracini, and other Caedmon parents to get tips on helping children with stress, anxiety, fears and worries when they occur. Coffee will be served.

Free Childcare for Parent Teacher Conferences
November 8th and 9th 
Free childcare is available for parent-teacher conferences on November 8th and 9th. Childcare is for the duration of the conference only. Children must be school-aged to attend. Please RSVP with Andrew Kagan at kagan@caedmonschool.org. 

Save the Date: FACES Speaker Series
Wednesday, November 16th | 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.|The Caedmon School
On Wednesday, November 16th, Caedmon will welcome diversity speaker Dr. Peter Kuriloff from the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Kuriloff's interests include gender dynamics and their impact on opportunities for children, minority retention in elite schools, and the reinvention of schools as more inclusive, open, generous, and effective places for children. 

Winter After School Sneak Peak
The winter after school term is starting on December 5th. To get a sneak peak of our class offerings,  please click here . Full brochures will be mailed home in mid-to-late November, and enrollment via My Backpack will open at that time. 

New Curiosity Classes Added for Current & Prospective Families
We are offering additional Curiosity Classes over the next two months for current families and applicants. Classes are taught by Caedmon teachers and are geared to young children within the community and beyond. Learn more about our offerings and register by clicking here. If you have any questions, please contact   Jennifer  or  Lynn  in Admissions.

Family Fun Night for Beginners and Early Program
Friday, November 11 | 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Beginners and Early Program families are invited to Caedmon's first Family Fun Night on Friday, November 11. The theme of the party is PJs, so be sure to get your child's jammies ready for a night of fun! We will provide pizza and dessert, and the evening will include an arts and crafts project, a PJ parade and dance party, and the screening of a half-hour TV program. Be sure to RSVP in the invitation that was sent out on Thursday, October 27th.

$5 Raffle: Winter Warming Goodie Basket
In preparation for the coming chill, enter to win a basket full of winter treats, valued at $250. Raffle tickets are only $5.00 and will be sold at school during the week of November 7th and 14th. The winning ticket will be announced in the What's Ahead at Caedmon email on Sunday, November 20th.

Middle & Upper Level Ice Skating Night
Thursday, November 17th | 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. | Wollman Rink in Central Park
This event is free for all Third through Fifth grade families, and includes skating, skate rentals, and snacks (pizza, fruit, drink). Parents and siblings must pay cash at the door ($11.25/adults and $4.50 for children. Skate rental is $8.00). RSVP to your class rep by November 10th.