Dear Parents, 

Welcome to the June edition of the Bassett Blast for incoming kindergarten families! 

My name is Jenn Richards and I will be the Bassett PTA President for the 2018-19 school year.  I am the mom of two girls, an incoming 2nd grader and 5th grader, and have been at Bassett for five years. 

Articles in this Blast include:
  • Summer Reading and Math Programs
  • School Supply Kit Sale (order by June 15)
  • Kindergarten Summer Playgroups (August)
  • Tips about the Bassett Blast
Please reach out if you have any questions over the summer!  I look forward to meeting you soon!

Sincerely, 

Jenn Richards
jenn.richards79@gmail.com
 
SUMMER READING AND MATH PROGRAMS
 
Summer is here and we hope you will encourage your child to go WILD for Bassett's Summer Reading and Math programs! Go on a rainforest adventure by tracking your progress each week.

Here are the forms:
If you have questions, please contact Marie Robbins at  marierobbins@me.com  or Jennifer Orley at  jenniferlkeefer@gmail.com .
 
SCHOOL SUPPLY KIT SALE
Order by June 15

Bassett's school supply kit sale for 2018-19 runs through  Friday, June 15. 
 
We are partnering with Cleveland-based company,  1st Day School Supplies for our sale. Ordering is convenient, easy, and hassle-free. You can get the exact supplies needed for the school year without the hassle and aggravation of running around. 

Ordering Information
  • If you would like to purchase a kit, place your order online here. 
  • The deadline to order is Friday, June 15. 
  • Kits will be available for pickup on Tuesday, August 14, 7:30-10:00 am in the Bassett music room. 


The school supply kit sale is coordinated by Bassett PTA. If you have questions or concerns, please contact Liz Pirnat at  liz@pirnat.com  or  216-374-8945.


School Supply List
If you are not planning to purchase a kit, the Bassett School Supply List for 2018-19 is here.
 
SUMMER PLAYGROUPS 
Bassett Playground

During August, there will be playgroups at the Bassett Elementary School playground especially for 2018-19 Bassett kindergartners. These playgroups are a great opportunity for kids and parents to get acquainted!

Wednesday, August 1:
 6:00-7:00 pm
Monday, August 6: 6:00-7:00 pm
Saturday, August 11: 9:00-10:00 am
Monday, August 13: 6:00-7:00 pm
Saturday, August 18: 9:00-10:00 am

The flyer is here . 
 
ABOUT THE BASSETT BLAST

The Bassett Blast communicates announcements from Bassett Elementary School and PTA.  The Blast is coordinated by the Bassett PTA communications team, in collaboration with the Bassett principal, secretary, and staff. The Blast is sent every Sunday during the school year and periodically during the summer.

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