McKnight News
Week of September 16-20, 2019
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PFA Donation Drive and Membership
Thank you to those who have donated through the PFA donation drive! We are off to a great start but only 42% of the way to our target. Let's end the last week of the donation drive strong and meet our goal!
The McKnight PFA exists to support your students and their school, but we cannot do it without your support. Your monetary contributions directly impacts the school!
Please make your tax-deductible donation by September 20!
You can use the
PFA website or you can send cash or check (payable to McKnight PFA) in a sealed envelope marked Donation Drive and your name to receive a tax receipt. We count on your financial support, McKnight Community! Thank you for making all that the PFA does possible.
Any memberships purchased after September 20 will only have access to the online directory. Please note that the student information provided from the district will be used in the directory unless you register with Membership Toolkit. Registration does not require a membership purchase. The information you provide on your Membership Toolkit Account will be used in the directory.
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Goodbye to Mr. Marsh
While we are sad to say goodbye to Mr. Marsh, we're also excited for him as he looks forward to his next adventure. Please join us as we shower Mr. Marsh with some love. Send in a card, have your child draw a picture, or even send in a gift card if you’re so inclined. We want to fill Mr. Marsh’s mailbox with love, every single day that he is at McKnight.
Cards/notes should be addressed to Mr. Marsh and can be sent in with your kids (the teachers will ensure that everything is sent to the main office).
There’s just one catch, the last day to submit cards/drawings is
September 17. So, get those notes ready and send them in!
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Classroom Party Volunteer Sign-Ups
It's party time! McKnight Elementary has three classroom parties during the year:
Halloween on October 31,
Winter on December 20, and
Valentine’s Day on February 14. Parties take place from 2:30 - 3:15 p.m. and morning kindergarten parties are from 10:45-11:30 a.m.
Sign-ups for ALL parties are being accepted now through
September 27.
Remember, clearances are required and need to be submitted to the district to volunteer at any grade-level party.
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Traveling Art Gallery (TAG) Volunteer Meeting
Traveling Art Gallery (TAG) is an arts enrichment program that brings famous works of art into all NA elementary classrooms through parent presentations. As a TAG volunteer, you’ll present one art print to three different classrooms, including your child’s homeroom, within the same grade level.
There is no experience or art knowledge necessary – the art print and folder, which includes previous presentations and ideas, are provided. Feel free to
email Sue Gaertner, McKnight’s TAG chair, with any questions.
If you’d like additional information, a district-wide TAG volunteer information session will be held on
September 19 at 9:30 a.m. at Marshall Elementary.
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McKnight Maniacs Fall Edition
Mr. Zaspel has two awesome after-school offerings for our students this fall:
- McKnight Maniacs organized games program that combines everything your K through 5th grade kiddos love most about PE! Registration is due by September 17 for 2nd & 3rd grades, and September 24 for K, 1st, 4th, & 5th.
- McKnight Maniacs biking program for our 4th and 5th graders. Registration is due by September 24.
Space for both programs is extremely limited and registrations will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. To register, please print and return the forms with payment.
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Evening Dance Program at McKnight
Are you ready to dance, McKnight? The McKnight Elementary PFA is pleased to offer Thursday evening dance classes open to all students from preschool through 5th grade.
Registration closes on Sunday, September 15. Classes will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis.
Classes run from
September 19 through May. Most classes are only $148 for the entire year and the focus of all classes is having fun in a low-stress dance environment. Payment will be accepted in full or in installments.
Please read the flyer linked below for all the critical details and registration instructions.
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Box Tops for Education
New this year! Box Tops is changing and going digital and it's easier than ever. Just sign up for the free app and scan your receipt.
Please note - as some products still have Box Tops on them, keep clipping and sending them into school! Write your child's name and grade/section on the envelope or baggie and your child will be entered to win a monthly raffle for a $5 gift card, the first prize will be for Bruster's Ice Cream. Every Box Top counts contributing money to our school and we thank you!
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4th and 5th Grade Chorus
At McKnight, all 4th and 5th grade students are given the chance to join Chorus. Mrs. Monahan is the 4th-grade director and Miss Tunney is the 5th-grade director. Chorus enables students to experience singing as a part of a large group, work, and have fun together producing the most pleasant sounds. Chorus rehearsals are scheduled during the regular school day. Please note that students are not pulled out of class to attend Chorus. It is very common for a student to be in band/orchestra and also be a member of the Chorus. Consider joining us this year! Every voice is welcome!
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September 17
– Last day to send goodbye cards to Mr. Marsh
September 20
– Student Directory Order Deadline, Elementary Football Night at Newman Stadium
September 20 – Elementary Football Night at Newman Stadium
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Title I Right to Know Information
McKnight Elementary School receives Federal Title I funds to assist students in meeting state achievement standards. Throughout the school year, we will be providing you with important information about this law and your child’s education. Visit our website to learn about your right to request information about the qualifications of the classroom staff working with your child.
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Elementary Night Football Game
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Superintendent's Coffee
Join North Allegheny Superintendent Dr. Robert Scherrer for the first Superintendent's Coffee event of the 2019-2020 school year! Whether you are a parent/guardian or simply an interested community member, this is a great opportunity to learn more about NASD, provide feedback, and ask questions. The first session will be held at Peebles Elementary on
Monday, September 23 at 9:30 a.m.
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NA Foundation Trick-or-Trot
5K Race and 1-Mile Fun Run
Saturday, October 26, 2019
Marshall School Campus
Join us for a fun morning for the whole family! You can walk, run or stroll! There will be a costume contest for kids under 12, a special spooky appearance by the costumed NA Marching Band, along with prizes and treats! Registration includes a high-performance race shirt and a finishing medal.
Use Code HPE for 10% off your race registration by October 14!
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Missed a Newsletter?
All building newsletters are archived weekly on the North Allegheny website. This designated webpage will be updated with links to the previous week’s newsletters at the beginning of each school week by 11:30 a.m. A link to the archive is accessible on the District’s homepage and on each building’s homepage.
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The North Allegheny School District often receives requests for the distribution of athletics and approved non-profit community organization digital flyers. All requests for community flyers to be included in this newsletter must be submitted via email only at
flyers@northallegheny.org
. Flyers will only be posted and removed from the District website on Friday.
Visit our website for details on how to submit flyers
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Main Office - 412-635-4105
Nurse's Office - 412-635-4105
Counseling Office - 412-635-4105
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