St. John's Parish Day School Newsletter for October 26, 2017
REMINDER Half Day on Wed, Nov 1 REMINDER
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For each grade level and age group at St. John's, there are certain milestones, special projects, and trips to experience. One of those special projects is a building lesson in check writing and money management, which Mrs. Bates describes as one of her favorites for third grade. Mr. Moller, a bank manager from Columbia Bank, came in to talk to the class. Students learned all of the different parts of a check, as well as how to balance a ledger. Later this month, each student will earn a "salary" and "bonuses" for work well done, and will pay for fines. They will then use their earnings to buy supplies to start a business, building on all layers of economics. The practice of instructing cursive handwriting at St. John's helps the students learn to properly sign their checks. At the end of Mr. Moller's talk, he gave a real checkbook to each student, and pencil case. Thanks to Mr. Moller for coming to check in with us!
Pizza With Pops

A special thank you to all our "dads" who came to Pizza With Pops last week. Dressed in ties, suits, jackets, and khakis, our dads ran carefree around on the playground, tossed around the old pig skin, ate pizza, and chatted merrily at lunch with their children. Pizza With Pops is one of many family themed traditions at St. John's that we hope to continue. 
Events
Friday, October 27th

W ear ORANGE this Friday and show your support! All students who wear an orange top may wear khaki or P.E. bottoms.

The third, fourth, and fifth grade classes are sponsoring a Title 1 school in Houston that was greatly impacted by Hurricane Harvey. There are several ways for everyone to get involved. Make sure to add your spare change to the Texas Boots in the lobby, and donate your gently used polos, khakis, sweatshirts, jackets, and shoes. Let’s make change happen for the McNamara School devastated by Hurricane Harvey.
Saturday, October 28th

Please join us Saturday, October 28th in spreading new mulch on our school playgrounds The class with the highest participation will win a cider and doughnuts party! Come as a family, all ages can help! Bring buckets, rakes, and shovels 
Sunday, October 29th

Mistletoe Village is the perfect way to start your holiday shopping by supporting local small businesses offering a large variety of items including clothing, art, jewelry, women's accessories, home decor, children's items, specialty foods, beauty items, and much more. Admission is free and food will be available for purchase.
Monday & Tuesday, October 30th & 31st

Please remember there will be NO AFTER CARE on Tuesday.

When selecting a Halloween costume, please avoid costumes that are scary and gory. If your child will be wearing a mask, make sure there is no obstruction of vision. No weapons of any kind are allowed. Please make sure your child wears safe and sensible shoes. Families are welcome to join us for our Halloween parades!
Spirit Day
Wednesday, November 1st

Please remember, there will be a Noon Dismissal on Spirit Day.

Celebrate Spirit Day by wearing BROWN .
Student Council Elections
Tuesday, November 7th

The student council is composed of  two  classroom representatives from the 2nd grade, and  three  representatives from each of the 3rd, 4th, and 5th grades. Once the student council is elected, Lower School speeches and the school-wide elections for officer positions (from within the student council) will be held on Tuesday, November 7th. Posters for this election will go up on Thursday, November 2nd.
Wednesday, November 8th

Did you know that the Parents' Association hosts a Dine-out several times a year at local restaurants? Well, we do! November jump starts this fun and easy way to volunteer with the PA and spend time with family and friends. We will be heading to Eggspectation on 11/8. Please bring the flyer below to dinner.  

October 30

Triadelphia Lake View Farm (Fours' field trip)

November 1


November 3

Rose Hill Manor (1st grade field trip)

November 3


November 3



November 9

Parents' Assoc. Social at The Cellar in Ellicott City

November 10

November 20-21

Thanks to
Jen Hilger

Thanks to
The Fortune Family

Thanks to
St. John's Vestry

Thanks to
The Morton Family
Special Offer for St. John's Families
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