Boulevard Friday Flyer
February 24, 2017
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Save the Date:
READ-A-THON | Thursday, March 2 - 9
Boulevard Skating Party | Sunday, March 5, 4:15 - 6:15pm

Visit the  Online Calendar  and filter by Boulevard Elementary School for more upcoming events.
From Mr. Robinson

Dear Boulevard Families:

I am thrilled to report that the second annual Around the World – Sharing Our Cultures  event was again a smashing success! Boulevard’s lower level was filled to near  capacity as our community came out to celebrate our rich diversity. It was truly a joy  to be a part of such a special event that promotes the Shaker Experience.

Pulling off a venture of this magnitude takes many people working collaboratively, and I  truly appreciate everyone’s time and dedication to Boulevard. A special thanks to  Courtney Ottrix and Nicol Coxon for the many, many hours dedicated to facilitating this  year’s spectacular event.


Sincerely,
Neal Robinson

Boulevard READ-A-THON -
March 2 - 9 , 2017  

Attn: Boulevard Families

READ-A-THON IS COMING!  

 #BOULEVARDREADS   2017

Who: Boulevard Students will collect sponsors and log reading time

What: First ever Boulevard Read A Thon

When: March 2- March 9 2017

Why: To support literacy, have fun and raise funds for Educational Enrichment activities

Where: At school and at home

Check your students folder for more information. Make sure they join in the fun and have a chance to win some great prizes! 
 

Boulevard Skating Party
March 5, 2017
Don’t forget!  Boulevard Skating Party is Sunday, March 5th from 4:15 – 6:15 at Thornton Park with FREE admission, skate rental and snacks!  Pizza will be available for sale.  Bring the whole family and come support Boulevard!!!  Those wishing to volunteer should contact Sarah Augustine at sarahaugustine@icloud.com or Joanie O’Brien at obrien_joanie@yahoo.com.

Boulevard PTO 2017-2018 Openings
Many leadership positions are still available for the Boulevard PTO for next year.
Please email Traci Carpenter or Erin Zelin if you can help with these very important jobs.

Every job can be co-chaired with friends.
Link to the PTO budget here. 

2017/2018 Boulevard PTO Executive Board

President                                                  Nicol Coxon and Traci Peebles
1st VP                                                        Vacant
VP Educational Enrichment                 Emily Mankowski 
VP Financial Management                    Vacant
VP Communications                               Carrie Shelfer
VP Outreach                                              Beth Gillespie
VP Parent Education and Advocacy     Emily Shrestha 
Treasurer                                                   Aaron Steinmetz
Assistant Treasurer                                 Vacant
Nominating Chair                                    Kim Harris
Secretary                                                    Katy Fuerst


Event Chairs still needed:
Boulevard Times   Lead Chair
Read a Thon
Chess Club Co-Chair
Carnival Manager
Carnival Games

ELL Corner
Our Feature Country: Jamaica

Hello! Jamaica is our spotlight country next week! This country is 600 miles south of Miami, Florida, is an island nation located in the Caribbean (part of Central America) and has a population of 2.7 million. The capital is Kingston. There are 200 species of birds found in Jamaica. People in Jamaica drive on the left side of the road! Reggae music originated in Jamaica, home of well-known musician Bob Marley. The famous track and field Olympian Usain Bolt is from Jamaica. English is the official language, but most people speak Jamaican Patois. Over 1 million tourists visit Jamaica every year, with its gorgeous white beaches, ocean views, lush rainforest, and relaxing music. The currency is the Jamaican dollar.

In case you missed it: if your family has a connection with the spotlighted country, featured here on Friday, please send in (the following Monday) your family’s things such as photos, maps, artifacts, etc. that we can add to our bulletin board display spotlighting the country. All items will be returned to you. Please send them in an envelope attention to Mrs. Lasheen. Be sure to include your name so we know who to return it to!

Each week the Boulevard PTO publishes the Boulevard Friday Flyer highlighting school events for our families. If you have items to contribute to the flyer, please submit to boulevardfridayflyer@yahoo.com by 12 pm on Wednesdays.
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