McKnight News
Week of February 24-28, 2020
Dr. Seuss Dress-Up Days

“Why fit in when you were born to stand out?” ― Dr. Seuss
 
STAND OUT and celebrate Dr. Seuss Day by dressing up in wonderfully wacky ways all week! We are celebrating Dr. Seuss Day on Monday, March 2. Look forward to a visit from the Cat in the Hat and Thing 1 and Thing 2 during lunches, and in the kindergarten classrooms.
Dr. Seuss Day Reading Bingo Activity

Keep your family reading this winter and be eligible to win some cool prizes by participating in Reading Bingo.

All forms will be due February 28. All students who complete a row of reading activities and return a signed form to their homeroom teacher will be included in the READ-O raffle. This raffle will take place on March 2 during the Dr. Seuss Birthday Celebration at McKnight! Only one entry per student, please. 
Family Bingo Night has been Rescheduled for Friday, March 6

Bingo Night has been rescheduled for Friday, March 6! 
If you ordered pizza for Bingo night previously and cannot make it to the rescheduled event, please contact Elizabeth Yurkovich for a refund. If you ordered pizza and plan on attending the rescheduled event, your pizza will be waiting for you as planned! 

Were you sad that you could not make Bingo night but can now because of the reschedule?? Do you want a pizza to round out the evening? Click the button below!

Bingo cards will be sold at 10 for $5.00 at the door. A new card is needed for each game and there will be approximately 12 games played, each with multiple winners. Please be sure to bring markers or stampers to mark your cards. As always, we will have “Celebrity Callers” featuring McKnight Staff and a 50/50 Raffle.
Education Partnership

We will be selling umbrella cutouts from February 19 -28 to benefit the Education Partnership. During morning arrival, students can purchase an umbrella for $1.00 on which their name will be placed and then hung on the lobby windows.

The next Dress-Up Day to benefit the Education Partnership will be Friday, March 20. For a $1 donation, you can wear your pajamas!
Science Night Presenters and Volunteers Needed

The McKnight PFA's Annual Science Night is coming up on Friday, April 3 from 6-8 p.m. The purpose of McKnight Science Night is to get our elementary students interested in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) by exposing them to different areas of study in the world around them. If you would like to volunteer for this event, please sign up through the PFA website or reach out to Alison Stevens.

If you or someone you know might be interested in hosting a table with STEM-related, hands-on activities, please fill out this Google Form or contact Alison Stevens directly.
McKnight PFA Candy Sale

The McKnight PFA is once again holding a candy sale. Order forms and money are due Friday, February 28. (Checks made payable to the McKnight PFA) Please return both copies of the master order form and money. Keep the color brochure for your use in the distribution of your orders.  

Online ordering is available but is intended for out of town customers. Orders placed online will ship directly to the customer, which significantly reduces the percentage of the sale the PFA receives. Our online order code is 10-1013.

Pick up is Wednesday, April 1 in the cafeteria from 3:30 -5:30 p.m.
If you are unable to pick up your order on April 1, please contact Elizabeth Yurkovich in advance or 412-369-7484 to make other arrangements. 
2019-20 Yearbook Sales Available for Purchase

Only one month to order! Orders are due by March 20. Limited quantities after that date may be available but not guaranteed. 

Give a shout-out to a student or a staff member! It’s a great way to make them feel special! Shout-outs are $5 for up to 100 characters, and will be placed in the 'shout-outs' section of the yearbook. By purchasing a shout-out, you help provide a free yearbook for students who are not able to afford one*. 
 
*The yearbook sale is not a fundraiser. We keep prices to a minimum just to cover the cost. We want to make this keepsake affordable for everyone. If you experience a financial hardship and are unable to cover the cost of a yearbook, please contact the school counselors. We would love for every student to have a copy! 
Last Call for After-School Basketball Registration
Register by February 24

McKnight’s beloved After School Basketball Program is now accepting registrations for their 2020 session, but your registration window ends Monday, February 24!

Classes begin Wednesday, February 26, for our youngest players, so it is time to finalize those rosters. As a reminder, students in grades K through 5 are welcome to participate, with different grade levels participating on different days. The attached flyers contain all of the specific details for each grade level, as well as registration forms and waivers. This program is a highlight of each McKnight year for our kiddos. They have so much fun, while also developing some excellent basketball skills. Don’t miss it!
After-School Basketball Date Change for 4th-5th Grades

Basketball registration forms originally went home listing April 3 as the final day for 4th & 5th grade. The correct final date is MONDAY, April 6. No class will be held on April 3. The revised date is reflected in the registration forms linked in the blurb above. Thank you!
2020-21 Volunteers

As the PFA is starting to plan next year's events and activities, we need your help! If you're interested in volunteering throughout the year, check out the PFA website for descriptions and opportunities.

Everything from organizing an event like Basket Night or Holiday Shop to a school day activity like Picture Day or a Book Fair, volunteers are needed to make it happen. Sign up today! 
PFA February Meeting Minutes

Attached you will find the minutes from our PFA February meeting. Please note that our next meeting is on Wednesday, March 4 at 6:30 p.m.
Time to Jump for the Hills

While McKnight usually “Hops for Leukemia”, this year all 7 of North Allegheny Elementary Schools are joining together and “Jumping for the Hills” to support a wonderful local cause: North Hills Community Outreach (NHCO). NHCO works every day to support low-income individuals and families in the North Hills of Pittsburgh by providing over 20 free services to help our neighbors in need. We can’t wait to see what our combined fundraising efforts can accomplish for a local organization that does so much for our community. Won’t you please join us?

  • Students have been learning about NHCO in their PE classes. A letter and donation form came home last week. 
  • On Monday, March 2, all students will be “Jumping for the Hills” during their Integrated Arts period. Make sure they wear comfortable clothes and shoes that will let them jump, dance, limbo, and hula hoop for an excellent cause. 
  • Donations may be returned via check or cash or they may be made online here. Please feel free to share that link with everyone you know who may be interested in helping. Don’t forget out of town family and friends. Remind anyone donating online to specify “McKnight Elementary” and to include your student’s name. While the greatest prize is knowing that we worked together in support of such a great cause, there are many actual prizes up for grabs, too. We want students to get credit for their hard work.
  • Our due date for donations is no later than Thursday, March 27. Thank you for your support of this excellent cause! 
Counselor's Corner
Important Dates
February 24 - Education Partnership umbrella cut-outs continue all week for $1
February 28 - Candy order forms due
District Updates
Jump for the Hills

North Allegheny’s Elementary Schools are teaming up to Jump for the Hills! The annual jump rope fundraiser will allow students to learn about the needs in their community while raising funds for a local non-profit. For additional information, click the buttons below to view the letter and flyer.
A Taste of North Allegheny

Join us for a night of small bites, drinks, and fun as we support the excellent work of North Allegheny teachers and students! If you would like more information on contributing raffle baskets or becoming a vendor please email Abigayle Tobia, Executive Director.
Resources
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.
Community Flyers
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 .
Building Contacts
Main Office - 412-635-4105
Nurse's Office - 412-635-4105
Counseling Office - 412-635-4105