It’s great to be back here at East Hill. Five weeks is too long of a time to be away. I love being able to walk around the building again, seeing all of the smiling faces. I honestly think the entire second grade had a growth spurt while I was gone. I hope you were able to enjoy the winter break. It’s the first time my family hasn't gone skiing during the break in a long time but it was still nice spending time with the kids.
We have several important events coming up. First of all, Will Amica, one of our 5th graders, won the NYS Hoop Shoot Semi-Finals in January and will now advance to the NYS Hoop Shoot Finals this Saturday in Seneca Falls. Good Luck Will! The PTA’s Enhanced Enrichment classes start next week. Registration forms are due this Friday, March 1st. All yearbook orders are also due this Friday.It’s not too late to sign up for the 3rd Annual East Hill Science Fair. The deadline to apply has been extended to this Friday, March 1st. Students are encouraged to enter alone, with a family member, or with a friend or two. It’s my favorite event of the year. This year it will be held on Tuesday, March 19th at 6:30 p.m. Students will be able to view the displays during the day. If you are interested in helping out with the Science Fair, please let me know as I could definitely use some help.
Our 5th graders have been participating in the CODE program for several weeks now on Thursday mornings. CODE stands for Community Oriented Drug Education. The mission of the CODE program is a partnership with the community, school district, parents, police, and its children to ensure that each student has the appropriate information and skills necessary to face the challenges and pressures they will encounter in society. Our CODE program is taught by Officer Diane Brand. 5th Grade CODE graduation will take place on Tuesday, March 12th at 6:30.
Enjoy what is left of February. Spring will be here before we know it!
