tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31782620123875884822024-02-22T11:08:19.988-05:00Menlo Park Academy ManuscriptNews from Menlo Park Academy, Ohio's only community school for gifted learners.Gretchenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12843719795344732730noreply@blogger.comBlogger175125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3178262012387588482.post-61452998952102212242014-01-13T21:35:00.000-05:002014-01-13T21:35:02.506-05:00Weekly Update - January 3, 2014<div aria-label="Message header" class="y-module message-header " data-action="toggle-msg-header" id="yui_3_7_2_1_1389666295836_5971" role="complementary" style="background-color: whitesmoke; border-bottom-color: rgb(221, 221, 221); border-bottom-style: solid; border-bottom-width: 1px; color: #454545; cursor: pointer; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; overflow: hidden;">
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<strong style="font-size: 12pt;">January </strong></div>
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1/16 - Lower School Winter Festival</div>
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1/20 - MLK Day: No School<br />1/21 - Teacher In-service: No School<br />1/23 - Science Fair </div>
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1/31 - Career Day (school hours)<br />1/31 - Upper School Winter Dance </div>
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2/10/14 - Group Photo Day for Yearbook</div>
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2/21/14 - Invention Convention</div>
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2/22/14 - MPA night @ the Lake Erie Monsters</div>
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3/14/14 - MPA K-4 Math/Pi Night, 6:30 pm </div>
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<b style="font-size: 12pt;">Severe Winter Weather </b></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Winter Weather is here to stay, and there promises to be much more on the way this weekend. </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Important school closings and delays will be communicated through the <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Y_VQ-Pq-ayag7foy7ojkddq1xIqCzUDePkcumsfpqCITOVgYyljzDD0DGZ5p4BFivFj6fesRnCulvYqknKsmhWTVaNspQkfpJ3AN5A3Nz658ZpDjMoEY61lE6wHDwhOjZ33fCQcdGujrmrNfUrngoJYuzm7Hej9JwAfe-GcSQy6FnpUnb_YRm-ajesdNGs1X8_nWXZzFsk8Rs41THXwh0GG1XZaCpnAplDeh_J9mlGxjqbdvBI4D_nh0Y1rBGuwC-R2045DnA6e2bZnPzqKLQXpnWKrnMO9RE3uTq90uvs6cmq1VXp5G_QQZ_RGAmXjHO3lRhH47jaIhEwFGHd1YLw==&c=QWVbY2iF5NAyXLzMLjXufr4eD-I7y75S7yDsIc7MNBvP-E-hy5zKgA==&ch=J7Kg3GwEI0-uxBslLVp19jAI3V3RkpkcjUITRHsqUBg-Q2tTrE3KcQ==" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: blue; outline: 0px;" target="_blank">One Call Now</a> system. If you have not signed-up, please do so immediately. <br /><br />School closings or delays will also be sent to the local news networks by 6:30 a.m., with Fox News 8 reporting first. </span></div>
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<strong>There is always something wonderful around the corner!</strong></div>
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Please join the MPA community on Friday, January 10th, from 2 to 3 p.m. in the cafetorium for the 1st Trimester Awards Assembly. MPA students have a lot to be proud of, and we hope you will consider being a part of recognizing their successes and achievements. <span style="color: blue; font-size: 10pt;"> </span></div>
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<span style="color: #ff6d0b; font-size: 18pt;"><b>Volunteer Central - MPA Needs You!</b></span></div>
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<strong style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Volunteer Training in the New Year<img align="right" border="0" height="72" hspace="5" name="ACCOUNT.IMAGE.121" src="http://ih.constantcontact.com/fs107/1102482426683/img/121.jpg" style="border: 0px;" vspace="5" width="143" /></strong></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">MPA</span><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> requires that all volunteers interested in working directly with or around the students to have completed a 30 minute volunteer training session hosted by the school and have a B.C.I. report on file.</span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">B.C.I. reports can be done at any local BMV for a modest fee, and can be sent directly to Menlo Park Academy.</span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Volunteer Training sessions will be offered several times throughout the semester. </span><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> </span></div>
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<li><em><strong><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Thursday, January 9 at 8:15 a.m. (No sign-up required for this session)</span></strong></em></li>
<li style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Monday, March 10 at 9:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (sign-up will be posted shortly)</span></li>
<li style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Friday, March 14 at 7:30 a.m. (sign-up will be posted shortly)</span></li>
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<strong>Student Council Update </strong></div>
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<b>Lower School Winter Festival</b></div>
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The Student Council sponsored Lower School Winter Festival on Thursday, January 16, from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m., will be here soon! </div>
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The Winter Festival is geared for MPA kindergarten through 4th grade classes, and will feature fun activities, crafts, and games. Parents are welcome to attend but not required.</div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>If you would like for your child to attend the festival, a signed permission slip must be returned to the school by January 13, 2014. </strong></span></div>
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<strong style="font-size: 10pt;">It is vitally important for all car drivers to obey the traffic cones throughout the parking lot.</strong><div>
<span style="font-size: 9pt;">Because we have morning outside time, outdoor recess, and the entire 4th grade located in the modular units, the parking cones and good general parking lot behavior are necessary for the safety of all children. </span></div>
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<br />This is also true for the cones located on the Grapeland side of the parking lot and building. Drivers are absolutely <strong style="font-size: 10pt;">NOT</strong><span style="font-size: 10pt;"> to move the cones for either entrance to or exit from the general parking lot. Please take the extra moment to go around to the entrance on Orchard Street.</span></div>
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We appreciate everyone's partnership in keeping our parking lot safe for the students of Menlo Park Academy.</div>
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Virus season has arrived, and MPA students have had an unfortunate run of strep and stomach bugs.<br />Please remember that if your child has a fever, or if they are sent home from school with one, they must be fever free for a full 24 hours before returning. The particular stomach virus that has been circulating is very quick acting, so please be extra aware of complaints about tummy aches.</div>
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Wishing everyone a healthy winter break!</div>
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It is time to order your 2013-14 MPA Yearbook. Don't miss out on this important keepsake.<br /></div>
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Yearbooks can be ordered online or you can pick-up an order form at the front desk. </div>
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As we pause for a brief moment between one year and the next, we would like to extend our deep appreciation of the tremendous amount of time, effort, and heart you share with<br />Menlo Park Academy.</div>
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As the school continues to grow, the role parents play is as meaningful today as it was on our first. Thank you for your help with the school day, with electives, with events, with hot lunches, with fundraising, with extracurricular activities, with field-trips, with copying, with office work, and all the various and sundry things we ask of you and you provide. </div>
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Never doubt that we value the tireless effort you put forth to help. Have a wonderful and restful holiday season.<span style="font-size: 10pt;"> </span></div>
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<strong>There is always something wonderful around the corner!</strong></div>
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It's <span style="font-size: 10pt;">time to celebrate family and friends, and enjoy some much earned rest!</span></div>
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Let's end the calendar year with a fun day of celebrating together. </div>
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<strong>Lower School</strong><br />Lower school classes are celebrating the winter festivities by having individual classroom parties. Room parents have been coordinating with teachers and other families. If you have any questions about how you can support the fun, please contact the <a href="mailto:roomparents@menloparkacademy.com" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: blue; outline: 0px;" target="_blank" ymailto="mailto:roomparents@menloparkacademy.com">Room Parent</a> committee.<br /></div>
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<strong>Upper School</strong>The girls and boys basketball team are going to square-off against a team of their favorite teachers and administrators for a chance of glory and bragging rights. Parents are welcome to come and cheer on their favorite team. The game will start in the cafetorium at 2 p.m. See you there!</div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">The second trimester Community Service Learning Program advisory classes are looking for parent volunteers to help work under the direction of the teacher and with the students around their chosen community service project. <em>Parent volunteers would need to come in on Thursday mornings from 8:30 to 9:00 a.m., from January 6th through February 27, 2014</em>. </span></div>
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<strong>Annual Fund Appeal</strong></div>
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Keep cutting and sending in your Box Tops! The child who has turned in the most Box T<span style="font-size: 10pt;">o</span><span style="font-size: 10pt;">ps by </span><em style="font-size: 10pt;">January 31st</em><span style="font-size: 10pt;"> will receive 2 free tickets to the MPA Night with the Monsters, and will be </span><span style="font-size: 10pt;">the winner of the Zamboni ride at the game!</span></div>
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<b>Lower School Winter Festival</b></div>
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The Student Council will sponsor a family-friendly festival on Thursday, January 16, 2014 from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. at MPA and in St. Mel's Church hall. </div>
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The Winter Festival is geared for MPA kindergarten through 4th grade classes, and will feature fun activities, crafts, and performers. Family members are encouraged to attend but not required.</div>
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<strong><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">If you would like for your child to attend the festival, a signed permission slip must be returned to the school by January 13, 2014. </span></strong></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">If you would like to serve as a parent volunteer for this event, please contact <a href="mailto:nicole.yousef@menloparkacademy.com" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: blue; outline: 0px;" target="_blank" ymailto="mailto:nicole.yousef@menloparkacademy.com">Ms. Nicole Yousef</a>.</span></div>
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1/20 - MLK Day: No School<br />1/21 - Teacher In-service: No School<br />1/24 - Science Fair<br />1/31 - Upper School Winter Dance </div>
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2/10/14 - Group Photo Day for Yearbook</div>
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2/21/14 - Invention Convention</div>
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2/22/14 - MPA night @ the Lake Erie Monsters</div>
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<b><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">No Board Meeting Tonight, 12/12</span> </b><div style="color: black; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">
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Please remember to double-check your student has everything they need to stay warm during the school day. MPA policy is to have outdoor recess until the temperature falls below 25 degrees, or unless there is freezing participation. Warm coats, hats, scarves, and gloves are all important.</div>
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<span style="font-size: 10pt;">If your family would like to participate in the Hot Lunch options, please fill out the form and return it to school in an envelope marked Hot Lunch by tomorrow, Friday, December 20. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10pt;">Each lunch option is only $13.75 for the remainder of the year! Checks should be made payable to MPA Boosters. If you have questions, please <a href="mailto:pgarner674@gmail.com" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: black; outline: 0px;" target="_blank" ymailto="mailto:pgarner674@gmail.com">contact Boosters<span style="font-size: 10pt;">.</span></a> </span></div>
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<span style="text-decoration: underline;">Order online</span><br />Go to: ybpay.lifetouch.com<br />Enter Yearbook ID: 10096814<br />Follow the simple steps and pay!</div>
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The 3rd Grade Fall Ohio Achievement Assessment results are in the mail. Please be on the look-out for their arrival. </div>
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<span style="font-size: 10pt;">Winter Break and the start of the New Year are almost upon us. <em><strong>To be sure we all leave in a properly festive mood, MPA will be celebrating the holiday season on Friday, December 20</strong></em>.</span></div>
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<strong>Lower School</strong><br />Lower school classes will be celebrating the winter festivities by having individual classroom parties. Room parents have been coordinating with teachers and other families.<br />If you have any questions about how you can support the fun, please contact the <a href="mailto:roomparents@menloparkacademy.com" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: blue; outline: 0px;" target="_blank" ymailto="mailto:roomparents@menloparkacademy.com">Room Parent</a>committee.<br /></div>
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<strong>Upper School</strong>Back by Popular Demand -- The famous (or infamous) Student vs. Staff Basketball game!<br />The girls and boys basketball team will square-off against a team of their favorite teachers and administrators for a chance of glory and bragging rights. Parents are welcome to come and cheer on their favorite team. The game will take place in the cafetorium from 2 to 3 p.m. </div>
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If you have extra time in your schedule, please consider volunteering on Monday and Tuesday, December 16 and 17, to help with MPA Vision and Hearing Screening day.</div>
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The screenings will run all day long, volunteers are needed from 8:45 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. Full day volunteers or those that can volunteer for 2 hour blocks will be much appreciated. </div>
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<strong>Car Line and Indoor Recess</strong><br />With colder weather, indoor recess always benefits from the support of parents. Additionally, the afternoon car line also still needs additional volunteers to assist with the smooth and safe exit of our students. </div>
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To sign-up to volunteer in one of these volunteer opportunities, please contact <a href="mailto:schooldaysupport@menloparkacademy.com" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: black; outline: 0px;" target="_blank" ymailto="mailto:schooldaysupport@menloparkacademy.com">School Day Support</a>.<br /><br /><div style="color: blue;">
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<span style="color: black; font-size: 10pt;">There are 2 openings for spots for the Boy's Varsity (7th-8th grade) Basketball team. The season starts on Jan 11th so interested students need to make a decision to play by December 13th in enough time to order and receive a uniform. </span><span style="color: black; font-size: 10pt;">Interested parents looking for more information may contact </span><a href="mailto:mpahoops@yahoo.com" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: #2862c5; font-size: 10pt; outline: 0px;" target="_blank" ymailto="mailto:mpahoops@yahoo.com">Coach Willie</a><span style="color: black; font-size: 10pt;">.</span></div>
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The Varsity team plays their final Fall League game this Saturday at 3:00 p.m., at the North Royalton YMCA.</div>
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<span style="font-size: 10pt;">Game #2 - </span><span style="font-size: 10pt;">12/14 MPA vs. MPA @ 1:30 at MH Junior High</span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-size: 10pt;">The December 20th deadline for Ski Club sing-up will be here soon! </span><span style="color: black; font-size: 10pt;">For more information, go to </span><a href="" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: black; outline: 0px; text-decoration: underline;">BMBW.com. </a><span style="color: black; font-size: 10pt;">Our user name for the club membership page is Skadiski, and the password is Member. Please <a href="mailto:kbasiewicz@yahoo.com" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: black; outline: 0px;" target="_blank" ymailto="mailto:kbasiewicz@yahoo.com">contact Ms. Basiewicz</a> with any questions.</span></div>
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The Student Council is hard at work planning for serious fun in 2014! </div>
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After a brief postponement, the Upper School dance is going to be held on Friday, January 31. The dance will be from 5 to 8:30 p.m. in the cafetorium. Additional details will be made available soon.</div>
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Young K. was inadvertently overlooked in our updates last week. Congratulations for being the Co-Champion for your grade/division Young! </div>
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The Varsity Boys team played in a "heated" contest in North Royalton last weekend where they hung-on 35-31 to remain undefeated in the YMCA Fall league. Zach P. (10 points, 8 rebounds) and Sam Z. (11 points and 7 rebounds) led a great inside/outside attack. Excellent work team! </div>
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<strong style="font-size: 12pt;">December </strong></div>
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December 23 - January 3: Winter Break</div>
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1/20 - MLK Day: No School<br />1/21 - Teacher In-service: No School </div>
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2/22/14 - MPA night @ the Lake Erie Monsters</div>
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3/14/14 - MPA K-4 Math/Pi Night, 6:30 pm </div>
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12/10 & 12/12 - Taco Plate, Pasta </div>
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<span style="color: blue;"><strong>Winter Concert is Today!</strong></span></div>
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It is finally time for the MPA "Holly Jolly Holiday" winter concert! From learning lines to gathering goodies, the students, teachers, families, and staff have all worked hard to make this year's winter celebration the best one yet!</div>
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<br />The concert will be held again<span style="font-size: 10pt;"> at Magnificat High School. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. for a preview of the raffle baskets, and the concert will begin at 6:30 p.m. All family and friends are welcome.</span></div>
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Band and Theater Students - Please have your student to the Magnificat auditorium by 5:45 p.m. to allow them the opportunity to work through their scenes with technical support on the stage. </div>
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From one of a kind personalized experiences to decadent baskets, the Winter Concert raffle and auction has something to tantalize and tempt everyone! </div>
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Concerts and cookies go hand in hand! With over 500 people expected, cookie donations are still needed. <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001tUJLkVK-s8ib4mObKClXZy9MqmZ742jmvkUIqMPLFdNcwYIdWwcyFmWp0HgfxCBcnxEUGvWRMismUWQYOWbuk2m0DtIchUdsZq0wAtc50S4ILCno7PW8RihAel5GPRgKkjrbhCpG-ZhDf-lWzRIWO6ArWs_gOnfuOio0c2GUCXck5Nz4bR9wJuOpyc7ke5u1vKcTacbIDxNFOcVwvP2NKIIEf9RL78lZkDua461dsWN4JpsLXksOcvftb0rQNxUrIAkpJu85rAL40vC_4nansGJxFI2xEn5rXPxs5VupnhHxVYYUiB6Ui5Txiqq8zxUd3tFFqkVx6QM=&c=GwGdm_RYpVySKBoAnuir8Jz2NlgmgKuw_oKDDBoPizeQC-4M9RJawg==&ch=ha7RiEuMQQsbzure4DsQtuTu2gtMPP4CaanHWtksKJQMXfHjdKEmUg==" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: blue; outline: 0px;" target="_blank">If you able to bring cookies, please sign up here</a>.<br /><br /><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Please be sure to label your tray if you would like it returned. Also, be sure to label any items that have allergy concerns (ie. nuts, coconut etc.).</span><span style="font-size: 10pt;"> </span></div>
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<span style="color: #ff6d0b; font-size: 18pt;"><b>Important Announcements</b></span><br /><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Don't miss out on the latest news from MPA<br /></strong></span><span style="color: blue; font-size: 12pt;"><div>
<strong>Last Call for Hot Lunch Sign-Up</strong></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-size: 10pt;">This is your last chance to sign your child/children up for Hot Lunch program. If your family would like to participate in the Hot Lunch options, please fill out the form and return it to school in an envelope marked Hot Lunch. </span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-size: 10pt;">Each lunch option is only $13.75 for the remainder of the year! Checks should be made payable to MPA Boosters. If you have questions, please <a href="mailto:pgarner674@gmail.com" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: black; outline: 0px;" target="_blank" ymailto="mailto:pgarner674@gmail.com">contact Boosters<span style="font-size: 10pt;">.</span></a> </span></div>
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We need your help for the final Browns home game on 12/15/13! If you are interested in signing up to help staff the MPA concession stand, <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001tUJLkVK-s8ib4mObKClXZy9MqmZ742jmvkUIqMPLFdNcwYIdWwcyFmWp0HgfxCBcxxVUb1r2FuG_EItTnHzYho0RQsIHaBc42TOPVqzdsQ17MZ8ErLgeY0WopbLgZd-8srSBu7VHjy-SC7j4NRh_UTU46QUy-M9VYuli_obuDbUF7sEm4d2_9JApolAqIWARmBhJgNKKEbvpOO53QFGLRTe38KrN87bA1Mam0-QKfQ3fYbPQ5TzpDnOMz_YMmD7mXv_54uI3dtFlWGi6GQPvUspH10iO2n8DoOL6D0fWFWgZ8t6qWrDI0Mf1jr4rAYA8c8Ingc4ukf8=&c=GwGdm_RYpVySKBoAnuir8Jz2NlgmgKuw_oKDDBoPizeQC-4M9RJawg==&ch=ha7RiEuMQQsbzure4DsQtuTu2gtMPP4CaanHWtksKJQMXfHjdKEmUg==" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: black; outline: 0px;" target="_blank">please sign up here</a>. This is a great chance to mingle with other MPA parents, witness the excitement of the game, log some volunteer hours, and secure your child a dress down pass. </div>
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Afternoon carline is consistently short on help on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. We are looking for 1 additional person to help on each of these days. If you have never helped with carline,<br />Mr. Kennedy is happy to train you. </div>
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<span style="color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>It's Wizards Time!</strong></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-size: 10pt;">MPA started its basketball program just two short seasons ago. Now we have two girls teams and two boys teams to cheer on! Both Boys and Girls teams will be playing in the West Suburban Basketball league, playing in various schools across the West Side of Ohio.</span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-size: 10pt;">Make time in your family schedule to come and support our basketball athletes!</span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-size: 10pt;">There are 2 openings for spots for the Boy's Varsity (7th-8th grade) Basketball team. The season starts on Jan 11th so interested students need to make a decision to play by December 13th in enough time to order and receive a uniform.</span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-size: 10pt;">Interested parents looking for more information may contact <a href="mailto:mpahoops@yahoo.com" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: #2862c5; outline: 0px;" target="_blank" ymailto="mailto:mpahoops@yahoo.com">Coach Willie</a>.</span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-size: 10pt;">The Menlo Park Academy Boys JV winter season starts on December 7th. The JV program has grown with players, and we now have two teams -- JV Blue and JV White. <div style="padding: 0px;">
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BLUE TEAM<br />Hunter C., Jacob L., Matt H., Sam P., Miles M., Jacob D., Jack H., Brendan A.</div>
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WHITE TEAM<br />John H., Magnus G., Alex G., Dylan C., Talon B., Ben R., Laith A., Logan C.</div>
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<li>Game #1 - 12/7/13 vs. Strongsville Longhorns @ 2:30 at MH Junior High<br />(formerly Midpark High School in Middleburg Hts)</li>
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<li>Game #1 - 12/7/13 vs. Berea T'wolves @ 12:30 at Berea High School</li>
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<span style="color: black; font-size: 10pt;">The Wizard girls teams are ready to take the court this weekend!<br /></span></div>
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Asia G., Charlotte M., Eliana M., Janna J., Maeve K., Natalie C., Olivia W., Taylor H., </div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">WHITE TEAM<br />Katey F., Katie L., Katie M., Leanne W., Lillie R., Nadia D., Olivia S., Alex T., Julia C.,</span><br /><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Alaina K.</span><span style="color: black; font-size: 10pt;"> </span></div>
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Game #2 - 12/14 vs. WHITE TEAM! @ 1:30 at MH Junior High</div>
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Game #1 - 12/7 vs. Cuyahoga Heights @ 3:30 at MH Junior High</div>
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<span style="color: black; font-size: 10pt;">The deadline for Ski Club is rapidly approaching; you only have until </span><span style="color: black; font-size: 10pt;">Dec. 20th</span><span style="color: black; font-size: 10pt;"> to sign up!<br />For more information, go to </span><a href="" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: black; outline: 0px; text-decoration: underline;">BMBW.com. </a><span style="color: black; font-size: 10pt;">Our user name for the club membership page is Skadiski, and the password is Member. Please <a href="mailto:kbasiewicz@yahoo.com" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: black; outline: 0px;" target="_blank" ymailto="mailto:kbasiewicz@yahoo.com">contact Ms. Basiewicz</a> with any questions.</span></div>
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Young Rembrants is now accepting enrollment for their January classes. <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001tUJLkVK-s8ib4mObKClXZy9MqmZ742jmvkUIqMPLFdNcwYIdWwcyFmWp0HgfxCBc_1ApiI-KizlWo-tgRho5qapUNzoOrM_984GDDeT5YELIZ4Q2_3ukCaOBYz2-DEny6KMG3yY1epP-IVPfWXFvfjo8C5m2Ld8JwcWR9Czl5s77E7y4lMUZWJtc-MfiNrV_z0LeeLimfHHqlKG0mmmTBE1Y_Xn0sUnt8PTVMUBau1obr3Vp_zsxP6ZYiXqXhPBSGfY_KvIdhTs=&c=GwGdm_RYpVySKBoAnuir8Jz2NlgmgKuw_oKDDBoPizeQC-4M9RJawg==&ch=ha7RiEuMQQsbzure4DsQtuTu2gtMPP4CaanHWtksKJQMXfHjdKEmUg==" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: black; outline: 0px;" target="_blank">Learn More.</a></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="color: blue; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Way to Go Tennis Players!</strong></span><br /><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Two Menlo Park Academy Students won FIRST places in their divisions in the Towpath Tennis Center 33rd Annual </span><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Thanksgiving Tennis Tournament.</span></span></div>
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Congratulations to Melissa K., Girls' 12, winner and <span style="font-size: 10pt;">Shaira B., Girls' 10, winner!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 9pt;">Caleb C. earned his Boy Scout Cycling Merit Badge by completing a series of long distance rides, culminating in a 50 mile bike ride on November 3rd! Congratulations on this accomplishment.</span> <span style="font-size: 9pt;"> </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 9pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">The MPA Chess Teams did very well at the Ohio Grade Level Championship Tournament, held on November 23 at KSU. </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">We're running out of space for all the trophies! </span><br /><br /><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; text-decoration: underline;">Here are the highlights:</span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Dae K. won the 6th place trophy for 1st grade.</span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">2nd grade team brought home the 3rd place team trophy. </span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">3rd grade team brought home the 1st place team trophy. </span><br /><br /><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; text-decoration: underline;">Individual trophies were givne to:</span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Vigelis A., Young K., Karthik O., and Dominic M.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Dylan L. did a great job in a very tough competition level.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Great job, MPA!</span></span></div>
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<strong>11/27-29 - Wednesday, Thursday, Friday - Thanksgiving Break!</strong></div>
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12/3 - Tuesday - Picture retakes</div>
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<span style="font-size: 10pt;">12/6 - Friday - Winter Concert - Doors open at 5:30 p.m., Concert at 6:30 p.m.</span></div>
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TBD - Lower School Winter Festival </div>
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3/14/14 - MPA K-4 Math/Pi Night, 6:30 pm </div>
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12/3 & 12/5 - Corn Dogs, Pizza </div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 9pt;">First trimester Report Cards arrived home today with your student. As you sit down to review your learner's progress, please also read the accompanying letter from Mrs. B.W. which addresses the formatting changes you will find reflected in the report cards. </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> </span></div>
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The entertainment event of the season, the "Holly Jolly Holiday" winter concert is almost upon us!<br />The concert will be held on <span style="font-size: 10pt;">December 6th at Magnificat High School! Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. for a preview of the raffle baskets, and the concert will begin at 6:30 p.m. </span></div>
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This year MPA is requesting that students loosely coordinate attire for the Winter Concert. Our goal is have a more unified visual appearance for the evening. </div>
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For the Boys:<br />White shirts and ties. If you do not have a white shirt, a solid color shirt please. Please no jeans.</div>
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For the <span style="font-size: 10pt;">Girls:<br />Please wear solid colored shirts, or solid color dresses. Please no prints.</span></div>
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By popular request, we are providing you with the songs that your students will be performing the evening of the concert. Please feel free to sing loudly and enthusiastically at home together leading up to the big night!</div>
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<span style="font-size: 10pt;">If you would like to donate a specialized item or service to the Winter Concert raffle or silent auction, please contact <a href="mailto:divinaelan@yahoo.com" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: blue; outline: 0px;" target="_blank" ymailto="mailto:divinaelan@yahoo.com">Divina Elan</a>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10pt;">Thank you very much to everyone who has already contributed!</span></div>
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This year students will be seen in a variety of scenes as "living props" for the <em>Holly Jolly Holiday</em>extravaganza! As we ramp out for production, MPA is looking for help in collecting some of the prop materials. We need:</div>
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<li style="color: black; font-size: 10pt;">White gloves (6 pair)</li>
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If you have any of these items, please deliver them to the front office of the school with your name and contact information attached. We will treat all borrowed items with great care and return them in good condition. </div>
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<span style="color: #ff6d0b; font-size: 18pt;"><b>Important Announcements</b></span><br /><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Don't miss out on the latest news from MPA<br /></strong></span><span style="color: blue; font-size: 12pt;"><div>
<strong>School Pictures Retake in December</strong></div>
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<strong><em><span style="color: black; font-size: 10pt;">Don't forget, picture retake day will be </span></em><span style="color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><em>Tuesday, December 3rd</em></span><span style="color: black; font-size: 10pt;">. </span></strong></div>
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You can have them retaken. Just send your envelope of pictures into school with your child on Tuesday, December 3rd along with a note stating what you'd like to be different in the retake.<br /></div>
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<em>Please remember to send your child to school in MPA standard uniform attire. No dress down allowed. <span style="font-size: 10pt;">Pictures will take place first thing in the morning so don't be late!</span></em><span style="color: blue; font-size: 12pt;"><br /><div style="font-size: 10pt;">
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1. Going to: <a href="" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="outline: 0px; text-decoration: underline;">mylifetouch.com</a> </div>
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<strong>The Browns have 2 home games left this season and the MPA team could use more players!</strong><br />Every year, the Browns concession stand raises between $15,000 and $20,000 for MPA. In order to maximize the revenue, the stand works best with at least 16 or more volunteers. It is a fast-paced day with fun folks, earns volunteer hours and a dress down pass, and serves a great cause - your student!!</div>
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If you have one of the next 2 Sundays free, please join us!</div>
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<span style="color: black; font-size: 10pt;">Student Council is proud to announce the new class representatives for 2013-14. Congratulations reps!</span></div>
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Katschke: Rithvik A. Cukrowicz: Lillian R.</div>
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Timko: Shaira B. and Katie M. Thompson: Hannah R.<br /><br /><strong><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Second Grade </span><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Third Grade</span></strong></div>
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Nagy: Miriam S. Busser: Laith W.</div>
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Rokas: Vincent R. Hengst: Hala A.<br /></div>
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Haning: Carson B. Leanne W.</div>
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The Year Book Cover Contest was a wonderful outpouring of creativity across all grades in the Upper and Lower Schools. Mrs. Chernisky received 30 original artwork submissions!<br />Thank you to all our wonderful artists, and congratulations to our winner <em><strong>Melissa K</strong></em>. </div>
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Melissa's design will be featured on the front cover of the 2013-14 MPA Yearbook, and the remaining participants' designs will be shown on the back cover. </div>
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All the yearbook cover entries will be on display at the Winter Concert. Please stop by to see the excellent artistic expressions from our students, and learn how you can order your yearbook online.</div>
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Kristen E. in Mrs. Cukrowicz's first grade class earned her brown belt in Tae Kwon Do on Saturday, November 23. Kristen has been studying Tae Kwon Do for more than 2 years. </div>
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11/26 - Tuesday - "ceREAL" Field Trip to Browns Stadium</div>
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11/27-29 - Wednesday, Thursday, Friday - Thanksgiving Break!</div>
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12/6 - Friday- Winter Concert - Doors open at 5:30pm, Concert at 6:30pm</div>
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12/13 - Upper School "Winter Majesty" Dance</div>
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TBD - Lower School Winter Festival </div>
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<strong>Save the dates....</strong></div>
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2/22/14 - MPA night @ the Lake Erie Monsters</div>
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3/14/2014 - MPA K-4 Math/Pi Night, 6:30 pm </div>
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11/26 - Mac & Cheese<br />12/3 & 12/5 - Corn Dogs, Pizza </div>
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<strong>Preferential enrollment period ends Friday, November 22, 2013</strong></div>
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All families should have received a follow-up email from <a href="mailto:admissions@menloparkacademy.com" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: black; outline: 0px;" target="_blank" ymailto="mailto:admissions@menloparkacademy.com">Missi Valenti in the Admissions Office</a>regarding the details of the re-enrollment process for 2014-15. <strong>Please remember, your re-enrollment is not complete until you have submitted your completed form and deposit. </strong></div>
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Only 3 weeks until the "Holly Jolly Holiday" winter concert on December 6th at Magnificat High School! Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. for a preview of the raffle baskets, and the concert will begin at 6:30 p.m. </div>
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By popular request, we are providing you with the songs that your students will be performing the evening of the concert. Please feel free to sing loudly and enthusiastically at home together leading up to the big night!</div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Don't miss out on the latest news from MPA<br /></strong></span><span id="yui_3_7_2_1_1389666295836_2291" style="color: blue; font-size: 12pt;"><div id="yui_3_7_2_1_1389666295836_2290">
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You can have them retaken. Just send your envelope of pictures into school with your child on Tuesday, December 3rd along with a note stating what you'd like to be different in the retake.<br /></div>
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Please remember to send your child to school in MPA standard uniform attire. No dress down allowed. <span style="font-size: 10pt;">Pictures will take place first thing in the morning so don't be late!</span><span style="color: blue; font-size: 12pt;"><br /><div style="font-size: 10pt;">
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<span id="yui_3_7_2_1_1389666295836_2303" style="color: #333333; font-size: 10pt;">Please be aware that due to a change in banking policy, </span><strong style="color: #333333; font-size: 10pt;"><em>after-school care payments are now required to be written out to Menlo Park Academy</em></strong><span style="color: #333333; font-size: 10pt;">, with Edison club indicated on the memo line. </span></div>
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With increased offerings in high-school courses, and a performance-based acceleration model, the MPA Upper School core schedule is remarkably complex. <span style="font-size: 10pt;">While we valiantly attempted to pair your student with interest-based specials, some pairings were assigned based on student/course availability. As we shared with families earlier this year, we are offering a series of special exposure courses throughout this academic year that will inform our permanent in-depth offerings for next year's specials.</span></div>
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<br />The depth and variety of our exposure specials is geared to introduce our learners to new concepts,<br />enhance existing knowledge, and help your student learn more about their own academic and extracurricular preferences. We hope that you and your student will embrace this exposure year experience. </div>
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<span id="yui_3_7_2_1_1389666295836_2323"><strong>The Browns have 3 home games left this season and the MPA team could use more players!</strong><br />Every year, the Browns concession stand raises between $15,000 and $20,000 for MPA. In order to maximize the revenue, the stand works best with at least 16 or more volunteers. It is a fast-paced day with fun folks, earns volunteer hours and a dress down pass, and serves a great cause - your student!!</span></div>
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All the details, as well as links to sign up for future games can be found on the MPA web site <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001UOi3X8KF3MKVKiRO10AOZ2yiQ4v-CyKuYkyZ8mfMwj0mcl2RcPWYZHKBH7OCNfEmpchqJ3EFAhEk5oKADHNDurpjY-hJK3rTpiR01MBriuhRVIehrrsgfzEN8mH3QEvdxXEEDCavR9c1LKrboLCVuP68LVL_R7nX3F9fp9XfyUUMikUw1MZzyQWC_ZMQxaNSn12S7VyyupKXbb0ACJFxXdz2auO3thHkjUkG7Y4JenPGoA7LHD30GIHENqXzrrx6wz9S5qIohvr_ZmA7HYxBApiF1mw7pMCwu_fNKTYvYKDvclb6x0UUzfWJoXxz2hxx&c=bBKWegwRUTEFFYKH8_VIf9z01urQT3m38F4nFrSQCT55Ipj7sBSeOA==&ch=9w_vM_03i5Ky3H6YYAVLVMYzulUPuxkUNkoPTiqeRNPjx2VcDTnkfg==" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: black; outline: 0px;" target="_blank">here</a> . Just contact our team lead, <a href="mailto:cjharrison68@gmail.com," rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: black; outline: 0px;" target="_blank" ymailto="mailto:cjharrison68@gmail.com,">Chris Harrison</a> if you have any questions. Thank you for your continued support of MPA!</div>
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If you have questions about becoming more actively involved with supporting the Winter Concert and fundraising, please contact <a href="mailto:divinaelan@yahoo.com" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: blue; outline: 0px;" target="_blank" ymailto="mailto:divinaelan@yahoo.com">Divina Elan</a>.</div>
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Mrs. Eby and Mr. Kiddey <strong>need 4 to 6 volunteers</strong> to help students after school on <strong>Tuesdays from 3:15-4:30 to h</strong>elp guide students as they research and write the background report for their Science Fair project. Please email Academic Enrichment Co-Chair <a href="mailto:ecoble@mail.bw.edu" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: black; outline: 0px;" target="_blank" ymailto="mailto:ecoble@mail.bw.edu">Erica Coble</a> to volunteer in this important and supportive role.</div>
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The next round of Volunteer Training meetings will be held tomorrow. </div>
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If you have not previously been able to attend one of these meetings, we hope you will be able to make it to one next week. <strong><em>Please remember that you must attend a Volunteer Training Meeting and have a cleared BCI before you are allowed to volunteer during the school day (car line/lunch/recess/electives/</em></strong><strong><em>etc.) or chaperone a field trip.</em></strong></div>
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<b>Find current information about important MPA fundraisers and other service based project needs.</b></div>
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The basket donation due date has been extended until December 3rd. Black Friday shopping might be a great time to pick up fun items for very reasonable prices! <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001UOi3X8KF3MKVKiRO10AOZ2yiQ4v-CyKuYkyZ8mfMwj0mcl2RcPWYZHKBH7OCNfEm1NKOT9-iT2cNKiZg3kr5ueFmEaX_pvV6r594PaGaSzBfQ6ET6-1KTpfPeEVbp0PN5brSNGFXmEcJ_TF8y2t130iY9eA-GGfofamhe23xJ5gzW1ElYpz3KLQD8_WA7AO05nbMASXuggz-NJyj_RiX12Wsc5vwFIStCU8BG_5vkctApz0ArkdR8r_4SPaL5ogyZHUMTyZY4hLpdFaU1ieAo3-Ax0ADqlFE0SCDgs3wgSBtPvFuAbLzOCpF6Seii_kzfswfM_otcgc=&c=bBKWegwRUTEFFYKH8_VIf9z01urQT3m38F4nFrSQCT55Ipj7sBSeOA==&ch=9w_vM_03i5Ky3H6YYAVLVMYzulUPuxkUNkoPTiqeRNPjx2VcDTnkfg==" id="yui_3_7_2_1_1389666295836_2335" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: blue; outline: 0px;" target="_blank">Please review the basket needs and contribute where you can. </a><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Thank you!</span></div>
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As we move toward the end of Box Top collections, please note that some Box Tops Bonus Certificates expire on December 17th, and some regular Box Tops expire on December 31st. Please double-check your Box Top collections and send them to be counted by December 2nd!<br /></div>
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Please send clipped Box Tops in a Ziploc bag or sealed envelope with your child's name, their teacher's name, and their grade. Your thoughtful participation is greatly appreciated!</div>
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Thank you to all the volunteers and teachers for making Book Fair a great success. It was fun to see the MPA community so excited about reading! </div>
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Congratulations to the following students for winning a book through the book fair raffle:</div>
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Elise K. Audrey D. Ellen M.<br />Emily L. Ethan S. </div>
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<span style="font-size: 10pt;">Mock Trial is underway and meeting after-school every Friday from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. MPA is part of the Ohio Center for Law-Related Education program</span><span style="font-size: 10pt;">, which leads up to competition at the Ohio Supreme Court. </span><span style="font-size: 10pt;">The 2014 Middle School Mock Trial case is <em>Community v. Jaden</em>, based on <em>The Giver</em> by Lois Lowry. MPA 7th and 8th graders will be auditioning for the parts of attorneys and witnesses. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10pt;"><br />Special thanks to our great coaches, Erin Armstrong, Scott Hurley, Amelia Bacic-Tulevski, <div>
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The Student Council will be sponsoring the <strong>Upper School "Winter Majesty" Dance</strong> on Friday, December 13th. <span style="font-size: 10pt;">The Winter dance will cost $2, and students are encouraged to bring </span><span style="font-size: 10pt;">a plate of food or baked goods to share.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10pt;">The Student Council will sponsor a Lower School Winter Festival in January. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10pt;">The elections will be announced tomorrow morning, Friday, November 22nd. We're looking forward to excellent representation.</span></div>
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Way to go MPA! We are the official winners of the Browns "ceREAL" drive with over 220 boxes collected and more than $1,500 donated! Due to everyone's wonderful contributions and support, MPA community members will be able to take a private tour of the Brown's stomping ground, 1st Energy Stadium. <br /><br />While the experience of touring the stadium will be a great reward, the best part of "winning" is that MPA's generosity and community activism will help feed families across the six counties that the Cleveland Food Bank serves.</div>
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Regarding the tour of 1st Energy Stadium, information and permission slips will be sent home TODAY to the families with the qualifying donation amounts. <span style="font-size: 10pt;"><em><strong>Please sign it and return on Friday, November 22 so we have an accurate count of who will or will not be joining the Tuesday trip. </strong></em>If you are sure your <span style="text-decoration: underline;">student will NOT be attending</span>, please email <a href="mailto:boosters@menloparkacademy.com" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: blue; outline: 0px;" target="_blank" ymailto="mailto:boosters@menloparkacademy.com">Boosters</a>, which will allow us to invite others.</span></div>
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We will need 10 parent volunteers to accompany children on this field trip. If you are interested in being a chaperon,<a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001UOi3X8KF3MKVKiRO10AOZ2yiQ4v-CyKuYkyZ8mfMwj0mcl2RcPWYZHKBH7OCNfEmaM9Byb9VxIHcHsvq16nHRjI9dJWWXMOOROpcYfgTUMghPrbNt7L6pBwfu5ktv7twgYao0Ikjdwhh2sxAQ2t5AIu9_6EcWyyBVLnvqhBt9c4mc49Nut3Wp2unvlCA1TI9aCc_oa8uk7MgNWxzzuKak9jbmrIzOWWErxLmRZCCE-tvaJWVbhhv28INFPhFIUbiilnXMvfHRIdGP0uI-PuQZgsQevosgMVcdF5igVonZU6gJLIct7m51oc8z4rc7wGks3ORbhYiuTqQN6xiOzm0vQ==&c=bBKWegwRUTEFFYKH8_VIf9z01urQT3m38F4nFrSQCT55Ipj7sBSeOA==&ch=9w_vM_03i5Ky3H6YYAVLVMYzulUPuxkUNkoPTiqeRNPjx2VcDTnkfg==" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: blue; outline: 0px;" target="_blank"> please visit this link to sign up</a> . <em style="font-size: 10pt;">Please note that you must have a BCI on file and have attended the MPA volunteer training session. </em></div>
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<span id="yui_3_7_2_1_1389666295836_2420">Kalysta C. took first place in her Individual Cheerleading Performance November 10 at the Spirit Extravaganza All-Star Cheerleading Competition in Canton! Cheer-ific job!</span></div>
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-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><b>Upcoming Dates </b><br><br></span><div><div dir="ltr" id="yui_3_7_2_1_1383181255000_6914"><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Tuesday's hot lunch is Taco Plate, Thursday's is Pasta.</span></div><div dir="ltr" id="yui_3_7_2_1_1383181255000_6914"><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span></div><div dir="ltr" id="yui_3_7_2_1_1383181255000_6914"><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><strong style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">November</strong></p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">11/14 - Thursday - MPA parent book club, <a href="x-apple-data-detectors://2" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="2">4:30</a></span></p><p style="margin-top: 0px; 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background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Save the dates....</strong></div><div dir="ltr" id="yui_3_7_2_1_1383181255000_6916"><ul><li><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">MPA night with the Lake Erie Monsters is <a href="x-apple-data-detectors://5" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="5">Saturday, Feb 22nd</a></span></li><li><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">MPA K-4 Math/Pi Night, <a href="x-apple-data-detectors://6" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="6">6:30pm - </a><a href="x-apple-data-detectors://6" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="6">3/14/2014</a><a href="x-apple-data-detectors://6" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="6"> - </a><a href="x-apple-data-detectors://6" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="6">Friday</a> </span></li></ul></div></div></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr><tr><td bgcolor="#FFFFFF" valign="top" width="100%" rowspan="1" colspan="1" style="padding: 0px; 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In an effort to streamline the re-enrolling process this year, families will be able to complete the process online. Please watch for emails from the admissions office in the coming days. <br><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">We look forward to seeing everyone back next academic year (as well as the new faces of any siblings)<span color="#333333" size="2" face="Trebuchet MS, Verdana, Helvetica, sans-serif">!</span></span></div></td></tr></tbody></table><table bgcolor="#000090" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td height="1" rowspan="1" colspan="1"></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><a name="LETTER.BLOCK339"></a></span><table border="0" width="100%" cellpadding="5" cellspacing="0" id="content_LETTER.BLOCK339"><tbody><tr><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" align="left"><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><b>Important Safety and Security Updates </b><br><b>Please Review</b><br><br></span><div><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Menlo Park Academy takes the security of our students and campus very seriously.</span></p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">In an ongoing effort to make sure we are always proactively managing safety and security measures, please review the following:</span></p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><span style="text-decoration: underline; ">Building Security</span><br>Over the summer a MPA installed a new security system in the building. The new system monitors all the doors in the building, and they are alarmed. As such, please do not open doors (other than the main doors) for adults and inadvertently trigger the security measures.</span></p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br><span style="text-decoration: underline; ">Edison Club</span><br>If you are<strong> NOT</strong> the adult picking your child up from after care on given day, please contact Katie Gerba by <a href="x-apple-data-detectors://8" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="8">3 p.m.</a> to inform her of the change, and to provide her with the name of the person picking up in your place. Please remember that in order for your child to be released to an adult other than a parent, that person <strong>must be on the authorized pick up list</strong> you provided MPA.</span></p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Also, after <a href="x-apple-data-detectors://9" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="9">4 p.m.</a> please go to Edison Club door to gain entry into building.</span></p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br><span style="text-decoration: underline; ">Attendance Policies</span><br>If your child is going to very tardy or absent, please call Mrs. Wilson at the main line by <a href="x-apple-data-detectors://10" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="10">8 a.m.</a> </span></p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><span style="text-decoration: underline; ">Leaving with Friends</span><br>If your student is leaving school with another MPA family, <strong>both families</strong> need to have notified the front office by either calling Mrs. Wilson at the main line, or by submitting a pink slip to their students' homeroom/advisory teachers.</span></p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br><span style="text-decoration: underline; ">Bus Riders </span><em>Dismissal Bus Line</em>: If your child is <strong>not</strong> going to be riding the bus home after school on a given day, please notify the office by <a href="x-apple-data-detectors://11" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="11">8 a.m.</a> by calling Mrs. Wilson, or by providing a pink slip your student can give to their homeroom/advisory teacher. This will provide the dismissal bus teacher with an accurate roster of riders.</span></p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><span style="text-decoration: underline; ">Parking Lot Safety</span><br>Please remember to be cautious and follow the safety cones during the very busy pick-up and drop-off times. Also, please do not allow your child to cross the parking lot during dismissal time to re-enter the building to retrieve forgotten items. It's best if they take a few moments at the end of the day and gather everything they need to take home for the evening.</span></p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Thank you for being wonderful partners in safety.</span></p></div></td></tr></tbody></table><table bgcolor="#000090" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td height="1" rowspan="1" colspan="1"></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><a name="LETTER.BLOCK342"></a></span><table border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="5" id="content_LETTER.BLOCK342"><tbody><tr><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" align="left"><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><b>High School Information Night </b><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><strong>It's never too soon or too late to find the right fit!</strong><br><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">MPA is hosting its second annual High School Information Night next week <a href="x-apple-data-detectors://12" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="12">on November 14th, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.</a> in the cafetorium. <br> </span></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">All students from 5th through 8th grades are encouraged to attend the event and get to know some of the outstanding high schools in our area. MPA knows this is a big decision, and we hope to help students and families feel prepared throughout the process.</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Some of the high schools attending are: </span></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">- St. Edward - Magnificat<br>- St. Ignatius - University School<br>- Laurel School - Albert Einstein Academy </span></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Please feel free to invite family members and friends who might also be exploring what high school options exist in the Greater Cleveland area.<br><br>If you have additional questions or thoughts, please contact <a href="mailto:jim.kennedy@menloparkacademy.com" shape="rect" linktype="2" target="_blank">Mr. Kennedy</a>.</span></div></td></tr></tbody></table><table bgcolor="#000090" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td height="1" rowspan="1" colspan="1"></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><a name="LETTER.BLOCK344"></a></span><table class="" border="0" width="100%" cellpadding="5" cellspacing="0" id="content_LETTER.BLOCK344"><tbody><tr><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" align="left"><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><b>Keeping on Top of Academics </b><br><br><strong>School Day Assistance</strong></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Several upper school teachers provide class assistance and review work during recces in the cafetorium. Upper school students who desire to participate need to let advisory teachers know in order to be included in the daily scheduling. </span></div><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></p><div><div><strong style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Gradebook</strong></div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Parents can set important alerts on Gradebook that will enable email notifications about grade ranges and missing assignments. It is quick, easy to select, and can make a big difference. </span></div><table class="imgCaptionTable" width="596" align="right" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px; "><tbody><tr><td class="imgCaptionImg" width="596" rowspan="1" colspan="1"><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><img vspace="0" border="0" name="ACCOUNT.IMAGE.150" hspace="0" width="596" src="http://ih.constantcontact.com/fs107/1102482426683/img/150.png"></span></td></tr><tr><td class="imgCaptionText" rowspan="1" colspan="1"><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">This feature can be accessed through the side bar navigation on Gradebook under Alerts.</span></td></tr></tbody></table><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span></div><div><strong style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">NEW: Upper and Lower School Newsletters</strong></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">To keep you better informed about classroom activities, learning goals, and field trip outings, we have created a newsletter update straight from our teachers. This will be a standing feature in the Thursday newsletter moving forward. Take a look at the amazing educational work happening at MPA!</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span></div><div><a track="on" shape="rect" href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001EXF0beuW_q5dF0nuVKlaZ5GxblwEpxnxAESZtAueaU8BFkRxpxhVOC5z5u6GDeTnhfgfIBe7JlWdxaH8eLxAt2Bhj42qZ8BO2AXMWlSmdHuXh74Rvc4YAwae2EQEfACpo-hTNt2pJSnloYT9xW8Opljn8smQolEmoKJHO7WW-cpq29e8na7uoRq-5T0QU4vANxhc6gBCRF-DdDbDvSQTrn0v65OY4jp8WdWQKR2ra5Mu_24Qz29T5zx3Yg15kNTCC1DdQQ0DClY=&c=oZcNpq_bxhbJwXOEb7QYzD-LMNXG-boiNFiTCDTpdyEW3X6CyGK1lA==&ch=g14HhFRstimufAHnpQMIBWNBlRis599a5RVTpWr9eixkY-ukgosQNw==" linktype="document" ref="ACCOUNT.DOCUMENT.152" target="_blank" style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><font color="#000000">Upper School News</font></a></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span></div><div><a track="on" shape="rect" href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001EXF0beuW_q5dF0nuVKlaZ5GxblwEpxnxAESZtAueaU8BFkRxpxhVOC5z5u6GDeTnP9eCpOFqzby10LC1uNN1Iv797fR34zX-5PAzOx44rm_pBdaCmw3L0Sm0zLLGl-HWiYjKZeQQiPK583BI-FVfsjYycdU_f86KOL-avWHPbyDZesh_lThNZ4cKuOn3iLbTitCgX2gig4ZvuDSYqPSmHdZZpuikcIgDmCBFu3i64Enc_j58DPrFRK1FHEUNtWbJZnlfhWpGd5Y=&c=oZcNpq_bxhbJwXOEb7QYzD-LMNXG-boiNFiTCDTpdyEW3X6CyGK1lA==&ch=g14HhFRstimufAHnpQMIBWNBlRis599a5RVTpWr9eixkY-ukgosQNw==" linktype="document" ref="ACCOUNT.DOCUMENT.153" target="_blank" style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><font color="#000000">Lower School News</font></a></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span></div></td></tr></tbody></table><table bgcolor="#000090" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td height="1" rowspan="1" colspan="1"></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><a name="LETTER.BLOCK292"></a></span><table bgcolor="#ffffff" border="0" width="100%" cellpadding="5" cellspacing="0" id="content_LETTER.BLOCK292"><tbody><tr><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" align="left"><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><b>Cereal Drive for Cleveland Foodbank</b><br></span><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><strong style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Cereal and cash donations accepted <a href="x-apple-data-detectors://13" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="13">November 5-15</a></strong></p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></p><div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">As you are aware, the CEREAL drive has begun! MPA has partnered with the Cleveland Foodbank and the Cleveland Browns to emphasize the most important meal of the day, breakfast! </span></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Students are asked to contribute new, unopened boxes of cereal (or monetary contributions) to MPA <a href="x-apple-data-detectors://14" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="14">until Friday, November 15th.</a> If MPA collects the most cereal & monetary donations, we will win a personalized tour of First Energy Stadium for 100 students <a href="x-apple-data-detectors://15" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="15">on Tuesday, November 26th.</a> </span></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Students may turn in their donations to their homeroom where they will be recorded with the following point values: 1 box of cereal = 1pt, each $1 = 4pts. If MPA wins the competition, the top 100 donors will get to attend the stadium tour! </span></div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span><div><div dir="ltr" id="yui_3_7_2_1_1383181255000_6868"><strong id="yui_3_7_2_1_1383181255000_6867" style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">*Please refrain from trimming the Box Tops from the cereal as we cannot donate packages that have been altered*</strong></div></div></div></td></tr></tbody></table><table bgcolor="#000090" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td height="1" rowspan="1" colspan="1"></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><a name="LETTER.BLOCK341"></a></span><table border="0" width="100%" cellpadding="5" cellspacing="0" id="content_LETTER.BLOCK341"><tbody><tr><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" align="left"><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><b>Yearbook Cover Contest </b><br></span><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><strong>Calling all artistic talent</strong><br><br></span></div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">The 2nd Annual Yearbook Cover Contest will be held on November, 22, 2013. This year in honor of Menlo Park Academy's 5th birthday, the artistic theme of the contest is all things<strong>5</strong>!</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Students wishing to be a part of the judging need to have their submissions turned into Mrs. Chernisky by the end of the school day <a href="x-apple-data-detectors://17" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="17">on November 21st.</a> The artwork cannot be done in pencil, and needs to fit on 8 1/2 by 11 paper. </span></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">The winner will be announced <a href="x-apple-data-detectors://19" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="19">on November 23rd.</a> Good luck artists! </span></div></td></tr></tbody></table><table bgcolor="#000090" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td height="1" rowspan="1" colspan="1"></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><a name="LETTER.BLOCK305"></a></span><table bgcolor="#ffffff" border="0" width="100%" cellpadding="5" cellspacing="0" id="content_LETTER.BLOCK305"><tbody><tr><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" align="left"><img height="68" vspace="5" name="ACCOUNT.IMAGE.116" border="0" hspace="5" width="100" src="http://ih.constantcontact.com/fs107/1102482426683/img/116.jpg" align="right"><div><b style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Scholastic Book Fair - <a href="x-apple-data-detectors://20" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="20">November 18-21</a></b></div><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></p><div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">The MPA Book Fair is coming! </span></div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br>The annual Scholastic Book Fair will take place <a href="x-apple-data-detectors://21" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="21">on Monday, November 18th- Thursday, November 21st</a> in Saint Mel's Hall (located directly next door to MPA)! Each class will have a day to browse the selections and compile a wish list for their parents to review. Students then will have the opportunity to shop for whatever items they decided upon. Teachers will also be compiling a classroom wish list for parent review...a perfect opportunity for you to get your holiday gift shopping done! <br><br><em>The Book Fair will be open <strong>Monday -Thursday from 9:00 AM- 3:00 PM</strong>. Extended hours will be offered <a href="x-apple-data-detectors://23" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="23">on Wednesday, November 20th</a> until <a href="x-apple-data-detectors://24" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="24">6:00 PM</a> with the MPA Boosters hosting a bake sale and selling spirit wear at this time. </em></span></div><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></p><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">If you would like to assist with the Book Fair, please visit the sign up link below. <a track="on" href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001EXF0beuW_q5dF0nuVKlaZ5GxblwEpxnxAESZtAueaU8BFkRxpxhVOC5z5u6GDeTnXot6tPiJBHdlm08-GehU2Apg42vaPjaj4VeBTRBvOJMA6TOlJZTBf3FntO0ruv8Qfyo6vNvizlgkv8JwybLr2r5a0vhsj-1zSaLsompELj1iXWZvW8on9Tb_xCFP-UWK5XZVNwvondaJ2sI54vWjYgzmJhQ5aQ9NB3D3_bbI2HVPE1ffzjHJqdKbgch_Hr2gLGJoL-YzuMGZlc0uW7m_VPsFuu_5BMUBZPtmSioPs2YxrV-55FLb-y7-Ppa5FHUDAb-GtQ7k6HprumbOGVff1rNXB7mhzUB-B6ZhIQ7_XOs=&c=oZcNpq_bxhbJwXOEb7QYzD-LMNXG-boiNFiTCDTpdyEW3X6CyGK1lA==&ch=g14HhFRstimufAHnpQMIBWNBlRis599a5RVTpWr9eixkY-ukgosQNw==" shape="rect" linktype="1" target="_blank">www.SignUpGenius.com/go/4090B44AFA92BA02-scholastic/4693601</a></span></div><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></p><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Additionally, if you would like to donate an item to the Bake Sale <a href="x-apple-data-detectors://26" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="26">on Wednesday, 11/20</a>, please feel free to drop off your donation that morning. Thank you in advance for making sure items are clearly labeled for allergy concerns.</span></div></td></tr></tbody></table><table bgcolor="#000090" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td height="1" rowspan="1" colspan="1"></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><a name="LETTER.BLOCK346"></a></span><table border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="5" id="content_LETTER.BLOCK346"><tbody><tr><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" align="left"><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><b>Winter Concert </b><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><b>Donations and Volunteers Needed </b><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">The Winter Concert is fast approaching, and the MPA community is looking forward to a<em>Holly Jolly Holiday</em>! This year the winter concert will be held <a href="x-apple-data-detectors://27" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="27">on December 6th</a> at Magnificat high school.</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">In keeping with tradition, in addition to the festive performances, the MPA will be hosting a raffle and silent auction as a fundraiser for the school. Each <a track="on" href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001EXF0beuW_q5dF0nuVKlaZ5GxblwEpxnxAESZtAueaU8BFkRxpxhVOOQr-v6-O1FG2q-H25JPlmspe2qtXDLGVUCWCTBaJ5jKrNzQWUTtvAbVvWHUVH4UhjnYmHLaJzLQvAg_m9Y9iJj316o7JZX67v9d2xIlJ51-VWcO9yl6LM9t_w06J5L1c8s2w4Sh7iRAxmvqpQ-3PYzabDb9IeacaF0mfCJM0D6DmsU37K8JcCWARV6gSagqOeuiHogMhQ3og5LSlxylLkk=&c=oZcNpq_bxhbJwXOEb7QYzD-LMNXG-boiNFiTCDTpdyEW3X6CyGK1lA==&ch=g14HhFRstimufAHnpQMIBWNBlRis599a5RVTpWr9eixkY-ukgosQNw==" shape="rect" linktype="document" ref="ACCOUNT.DOCUMENT.151" target="_blank">class throughout the school is now collecting donations</a> to contribute to their themed basket for the raffle portion of the evening. </span></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Parents are encouraged to review the class listings and contribute where they can. All thoughtful contributions will be accepted and appreciated! If you have questions about becoming more actively involved with supporting the concert and fundraising, please contact <a href="mailto:divinaelan@yahoo.com" shape="rect" linktype="2" target="_blank">Divina Elan</a>.</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></div></td></tr></tbody></table><table bgcolor="#000090" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td height="1" rowspan="1" colspan="1"></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><a name="LETTER.BLOCK318"></a></span><table border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="5" id="content_LETTER.BLOCK318"><tbody><tr><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" align="left"><b style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Young Astronauts Day Results </b><div><div class="gmail_default"><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Young Astronauts Day was an out-of-this-world experience - it even included a presentation from an astronaut who orbited the Earth over 600 times! Our teams competed in several events. </span></div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><strong>The commander team won 3rd place in their materials competition. A pilot group won 2nd place for the balloon rocket car competition.</strong> Congratulations to all of our competitors, and thanks again to the STEM volunteers for organizing MPA's participation in this event!</span></div></div></div></td></tr></tbody></table><table bgcolor="#000090" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td height="1" rowspan="1" colspan="1"></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><a name="LETTER.BLOCK289"></a></span><table class="" bgcolor="#ffffff" border="0" width="100%" cellpadding="5" cellspacing="0" id="content_LETTER.BLOCK289"><tbody><tr><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" align="left"><div><strong style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><img height="76" vspace="5" name="ACCOUNT.IMAGE.117" border="0" hspace="5" width="80" src="http://ih.constantcontact.com/fs107/1102482426683/img/117.jpg" align="right"></strong></div><div><strong style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Thank You for Your Clothing Donations</strong></div><div><strong style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><div> </div><div>Mrs. Macey's 5th and 6th grade advisory would like to thank all the students who donated to the clothing drive. The clothing was delivered to the Laura's Home shelter on Thursday morning. They were thrilled to receive such a wonderful bounty! </div></strong></div></td></tr></tbody></table><table bgcolor="#000090" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td height="1" rowspan="1" colspan="1"></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><a name="LETTER.BLOCK288"></a></span><table bgcolor="#ffffff" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="5" id="content_LETTER.BLOCK288"><tbody><tr><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" align="left"><div><b style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Box Tops Battle Rages On!</b></div><img height="60" vspace="5" name="ACCOUNT.IMAGE.133" border="0" hspace="5" width="100" src="http://ih.constantcontact.com/fs107/1102482426683/img/133.jpg" align="right"><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></p><div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><strong>GIRLS - </strong><strong> <div style="display: inline !important; ">4,553</div></strong><strong>BOYS - 3,144</strong></span></div><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></p><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Remember, the student who brings in the most Box Tops between the first day of school and <a href="x-apple-data-detectors://29" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="29">January 10, 2014</a> will win 2 free tickets and 1 Zamboni ride at the Monsters game<a href="x-apple-data-detectors://30" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="30">on </a><a href="x-apple-data-detectors://30" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="30">February 22, 2014</a>! Don't be shy about enlisting the aid of relatives, friends, neighbors and co-workers to clip and save Box Tops for your child. Expired Box Tops do not count towards your child's total. More details will follow from the Boosters about this Monsters game.</span></div></div><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Please send clipped Box Tops in a Ziploc bag or sealed envelope with your child's name, their teacher's name and grade. It would also help if you wrote "Boy" or "Girl" as some children have gender-neutral names. There is a collection bin on each floor at school. Please help us out by trimming the Box Tops as best as you can. Your thoughtful participation is greatly appreciated!</span></p></td></tr></tbody></table><table bgcolor="#000090" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td height="1" rowspan="1" colspan="1"></td></tr></tbody></table><table bgcolor="#000090" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td height="1" rowspan="1" colspan="1"></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><a name="LETTER.BLOCK328"></a></span><table border="0" width="100%" cellpadding="5" cellspacing="0" id="content_LETTER.BLOCK328"><tbody><tr><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" align="left"><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><strong>Volunteer Badges Still M.I.A. </strong><br></span></div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">We are still missing a ton of volunteer badges - you know, the ones we use to help keep the school safe and secure - and we'd really like them back. Actually, we want them back so badly that Mrs. Wilson is now offering a dress-down pass to each student who finds and returns a missing badge! So check those coat pockets and laundry baskets again, folks, and earn some jeans-time for your student! </span></div></td></tr></tbody></table><table bgcolor="#000090" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td height="1" rowspan="1" colspan="1"></td></tr></tbody></table><table bgcolor="#000090" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td height="1" rowspan="1" colspan="1"></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><a name="LETTER.BLOCK336"></a></span><table border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="5" id="content_LETTER.BLOCK336"><tbody><tr><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" align="left"><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><b>Dress Down Fridays! </b><br></span></div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span><div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">The MPA Student Council is back in action and listening to their constituents! After engaging with the student body, the Student Council is pleased to announce they have secured every Friday (beginning tomorrow!) as a S.C. sponsored dress down day.</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">This year the Student Council is led by:</span></div><div><div align="center" style="text-align: center; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Kaela Ryan: <em>President</em><br></span></div><div align="center" style="text-align: center; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Aria Schottelkotte : <em>Vice President</em><br></span></div><div align="center" style="text-align: center; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Asia George-Huff: <em>Treasurer</em><br></span></div><div align="center" style="text-align: center; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Rhiannon Bryk: <em>Secretary</em></span></div></div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br>Coming weeks will highlight the ongoing accomplishments, undertakings, and goals of this outstanding student leadership group. </span></div></td></tr></tbody></table><table bgcolor="#000090" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td height="1" rowspan="1" colspan="1"></td></tr></tbody></table><table bgcolor="#000090" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td height="1" rowspan="1" colspan="1"></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><a name="LETTER.BLOCK36"></a></span><table bgcolor="#004DB4" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="5" id="content_LETTER.BLOCK36"><tbody><tr><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" align="left"><div><div><div><strong style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Have Something for the Newsletter?</strong></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Information can be submitted via email to: <a shape="rect" href="mailto:communications@menloparkacademy.com" linktype="2" target="_blank">communications@menloparkacademy.com</a> for review and inclusion in the weekly update. 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background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><b><font>Are We Moving?</font></b><br>Over the past two years, Menlo Park Academy (MPA) provided periodic updates related to our facilities planning. This past year, planning, and decision making amplified as we prepare to answer the question in simplest terms, <b>where is MPA’s home?</b> In the last Board Beacon newsletter, we announced our school hired a “tenant representative.” Tenant representatives help organizations, like MPA, avoid pitfalls, uncover opportunities, save time and money, and leverage expertise in commercial real estate with an objective of fulfilling MPA’s defined real estate needs. With the accelerated progress since partnering with our tenant representative, there are several updates to share with our community.</font></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Review the updates below. Process this information knowing that (1) we have <i>not</i> ruled out modifications to our current location, and (2) MPA as an Ohio Community School must locate within the city of Cleveland (or other approved district such as Lorain or Akron – see<a href="http://education.ohio.gov/Topics/School-Choice/Community-Schools/Challenged-School-Districts">link for more details</a>).</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><b>Needs Defined</b>. <br>The major considerations for our school are cliché but “location, location, location.” To remain a tuition-free community school, our future is Cleveland. Within Cleveland, as we continue to draw students from 45+ communities, we prioritize interstate accessibility. </span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Specific to a building, MPA worked with our tenant representative to define a “program” outlining the space needed in our ideal scenario. The cumulative space requirements, with future full enrollment at approximately 415 students, is projected at 47,000 square feet (this includes circulation space/hallways). Our current main building is about 26,000 square feet. Some of the details included in the program are:</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 31.5pt; "><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">a. 19 Regular classrooms<br>b. 5 Office spaces<br>c. Cafeteria<br>d. Gymnasium/multi-purpose room<br>e. Science labs<br>f. Technology labs<br>g. Art studio & music room<br>h. Reception area<br>i. Restrooms<br>j. Conference rooms<br>k. Work areas<br></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><b>Current Landlord</b>. <br>Board members met with our current landlord at St. Mel Parish as well as representatives from the Diocese of Cleveland. This fall, St. Mel Parish agreed to potential options to develop and/or add space to their building/our current location. This is being considered along with our other options.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><b>Space Visits</b>. <br>The team visited several potential sites each which met the majority of our program needs. Warehouse spaces (space “shell” to be built out to our specifications), and multiple vacant/available (also requiring significant refurbishment/remodeling) were assessed to date.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><b>Developer Meetings</b>. <br>The team has also met with several potential developers. What is the role of a developer? In simple terms, a developer will be MPA’s partner in creating the necessary spaces to execute our program. An organization like this can also serve as our landlord if the site we select is available for sale. The property could be taken over by the developer, fully renovated to our needs and MPA would lease back the space. </span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">There is a bit of praise to share with our community. MPA is rare in Ohio Community school circles in that our sponsor did not renew MPA to a traditional two or five year charter renewal but a ten year renewal. It is this well-earned promise of longevity by our sponsor that empowers us to be welcomed to the table by developers. It is partnering with a developer to radically transform any potential new location into a true home by August 2014 that makes this process unique to our prior facilities decisions. </span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><b>What’s Next?<br></b>Next up includes selecting a developer, interviewing potential architecture firms, reviewing potential expansion plans for St. Mel's, further serious exploration of a large former school building on Cleveland’s near-west side, and potential additional site visits.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">The answer to the question “are we moving” is still being explored. Experts, board committee, full Board, and our administrative team continue to move quickly and responsibly forward on this top priority. We will continue to provide updated information on a monthly basis.</span></p>Gretchenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12843719795344732730noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3178262012387588482.post-57072951815256256402013-11-14T15:51:00.001-05:002013-11-14T15:52:16.263-05:00Weekly Update: 10/31/2013<div><br></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><img src="http://r20.rs6.net/on.jsp?ca=cfd9ccc3-70cc-44f3-acb5-36c99569f9e4&a=1102482426683&d=1115417651355&r=3&o=http://ui.constantcontact.com/images/p1x1.gif&c=390f5ad0-1f4c-11e3-b923-d4ae52753a3b&ch=396edff0-1f4c-11e3-b952-d4ae52753a3b" height="1" width="1"></span><div align="center"><table bgcolor="#FFFFFF" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td valign="top" rowspan="1" colspan="1" align="center"><table border="0" width="600" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="1" style="width: 600px; "><tbody><tr><td width="100%" rowspan="1" colspan="1" style="padding: 0px; "><table border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="content_LETTER.BLOCK31"><tbody><tr><td valign="bottom" rowspan="1" colspan="1" align="center"><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><img vspace="5" border="0" name="ACCOUNT.IMAGE.29" hspace="5" width="592" src="http://ih.constantcontact.com/fs083/1102482426683/img/29.jpg"></span></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr><tr><td bgcolor="#CCCCCC" rowspan="1" colspan="1" style="padding: 1px; "><table bgcolor="#FFFFFF" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td width="100%" rowspan="1" colspan="1"></td></tr><tr><td bgcolor="#FFFFFF" rowspan="1" colspan="1"><table border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr valign="top"><td bgcolor="#FF6D0C" width="150" rowspan="1" colspan="1" style="width: 200px; "><table border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="5"><tbody><tr><td width="100%" rowspan="1" colspan="1"><table border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="5"><tbody><tr><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" align="left" style="text-align: left; "><b style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Highlights</b></td></tr><tr><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" align="left" style="text-align: left; "><a shape="rect" href="x-apple-msg-load://C9139DD4-69B3-45CF-AA6D-AA4471A525C1/#LETTER.BLOCK323" style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><font color="#000000">Parent-Teacher Conferences.</font></a></td></tr><tr><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" align="left" style="text-align: left; "><a shape="rect" href="x-apple-msg-load://C9139DD4-69B3-45CF-AA6D-AA4471A525C1/#LETTER.BLOCK317" style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><font color="#000000">Volunteers Needed for Browns Games</font></a></td></tr><tr><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" align="left" style="text-align: left; "><a shape="rect" href="x-apple-msg-load://C9139DD4-69B3-45CF-AA6D-AA4471A525C1/#LETTER.BLOCK289" style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><font color="#000000">Open House</font></a></td></tr><tr><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" align="left" style="text-align: left; "><a shape="rect" href="x-apple-msg-load://C9139DD4-69B3-45CF-AA6D-AA4471A525C1/#LETTER.BLOCK329" style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><font color="#000000">School day Support Volunteer Training</font></a></td></tr><tr><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" align="left" style="text-align: left; "><a shape="rect" href="x-apple-msg-load://C9139DD4-69B3-45CF-AA6D-AA4471A525C1/#LETTER.BLOCK292" style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><font color="#000000">Cereal Drive</font></a></td></tr><tr><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" align="left" style="text-align: left; "><a shape="rect" href="x-apple-msg-load://C9139DD4-69B3-45CF-AA6D-AA4471A525C1/#LETTER.BLOCK306" style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><font color="#000000">Author Mark Newman Speaks at MPA</font></a></td></tr><tr><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" align="left" style="text-align: left; "><a shape="rect" href="x-apple-msg-load://C9139DD4-69B3-45CF-AA6D-AA4471A525C1/#LETTER.BLOCK305" style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><font color="#000000">Scholastic Book Fair</font></a></td></tr><tr><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" align="left" style="text-align: left; "><a shape="rect" href="x-apple-msg-load://C9139DD4-69B3-45CF-AA6D-AA4471A525C1/#LETTER.BLOCK310" style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><font color="#000000">Science Fair & Invention Convention Updates</font></a></td></tr><tr><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" align="left" style="text-align: left; "><a shape="rect" href="x-apple-msg-load://C9139DD4-69B3-45CF-AA6D-AA4471A525C1/#LETTER.BLOCK318" style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><font color="#000000">STEM Volunteers needed</font></a></td></tr><tr><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" align="left" style="text-align: left; "><a shape="rect" href="x-apple-msg-load://C9139DD4-69B3-45CF-AA6D-AA4471A525C1/#LETTER.BLOCK328" style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><font color="#000000">Dress Down Days</font></a></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td><td width="450" rowspan="1" colspan="1" style="width: 400px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><a name="LETTER.BLOCK327"></a></span><table border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="5" id="content_LETTER.BLOCK327"><tbody><tr><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" align="left"><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><b>Upcoming Dates </b><br><br></span><div><div dir="ltr" id="yui_3_7_2_1_1383181255000_6914"><strong style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">11/1 & 11/4 - NO SCHOOL - Parent Teacher Conferences</strong></div><div dir="ltr" id="yui_3_7_2_1_1383181255000_6914"><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span></div><div dir="ltr" id="yui_3_7_2_1_1383181255000_6914"><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Tuesday's hot lunch are Corn Dogs and Thursday's is Pizza.</span></div><div dir="ltr" id="yui_3_7_2_1_1383181255000_6914"><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span></div><div dir="ltr" id="yui_3_7_2_1_1383181255000_6914"><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><strong style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">November</strong></p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">11/2 - Saturday - NASA Young Astronaut Day</span></p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><strong style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">11/3 - BROWNS GAME - Volunteer Today!!</strong></p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">11/7 - Thursday - Open House for prospective families, <a href="x-apple-data-detectors://6" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="6">6-8pm</a></span></p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">11/14 - Thursday - MPA parent book club, <a href="x-apple-data-detectors://8" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="8">4:30</a></span></p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><font color="#000000"><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><a href="x-apple-data-detectors://9" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="9">11/18 - Monday</a> - Scholastic Book Fair begins</span></font></p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></p></div><div dir="ltr" id="yui_3_7_2_1_1383181255000_6916"><strong style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Save the dates....</strong></div><div dir="ltr" id="yui_3_7_2_1_1383181255000_6916"><ul><li><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Next Booster meeting is <a href="x-apple-data-detectors://10" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="10">Wed. Nov 20th</a></span></li><li><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">MPA night with the Lake Erie Monsters is <a href="x-apple-data-detectors://11" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="11">Saturday, Feb 22nd</a></span></li><li><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">MPA K-4 Math/Pi Night, <a href="x-apple-data-detectors://12" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="12">6:30pm - </a><a href="x-apple-data-detectors://12" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="12">3/14/2014</a><a href="x-apple-data-detectors://12" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="12"> - </a><a href="x-apple-data-detectors://12" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="12">Friday</a> </span></li></ul></div></div></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr><tr><td bgcolor="#FFFFFF" valign="top" width="100%" rowspan="1" colspan="1" style="padding: 0px; "><table bgcolor="#000090" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td height="1" rowspan="1" colspan="1"></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><a name="LETTER.BLOCK323"></a></span><table border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="5" id="content_LETTER.BLOCK323"><tbody><tr><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" align="left"><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><b>Parent-Teacher Conferences </b> </span></p><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Don't forget Parent-Teacher Conferences begin on Friday, November 1 and conclude on Monday, November 4, 2013. We are looking forward to spending time with you discussing the heart and soul of MPA-- your student!</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span></div><div><strong style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">After your conferences, please stop by the office to pick up flyers to advertise the open house with your friends and in your community. </strong></div></td></tr></tbody></table><table bgcolor="#000090" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td height="1" rowspan="1" colspan="1"></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><a name="LETTER.BLOCK317"></a></span><table border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="5" id="content_LETTER.BLOCK317"><tbody><tr><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" align="left"><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><b>Volunteers Needed for Browns Games </b><br><br><strong>Calling all Browns Fans!!! We need you to help staff the MPA concession stand this weekend for the Browns vs. Ravens game! </strong></span></p><div><strong style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">SIGN UP HERE TODAY!!! <a track="on" shape="rect" href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001eFwA95qPsOOBedW5yX9q1VSLNDLoPrN_kgfYHZO8tnl4VZ15tOkaknTmGQy-41SLvPt4BzuLu39k4QQJD8cMwqWPSfE7Yxeuz7ZtpH_L6grbA5C_aCmInd3STsGmK32K02LXG0jI80UD3VikngSGULATBI492axxv-vO_uTkdnaIzkiaZkWx3sjI_-nIZ-o1crqPf9Q67N2ZDwAQTp5LrIkizV_i-EWq8z6gP3fH3n-CM0RXVEhZiYKuQ-TmPUbrCghoxA12HyLU6ve3Heul0KsDdRJPPN5zKNZMoDWOh3hmRFPlwmzLNgqjRzz43CRL2LrTKud5vwrpwugW7-O84tWJvi3ns9vw&c=hBQ4xRPmkN_wBa7PYSaYiSe3LCtBSPIkc25IxeaxK579XszP0k4QgA==&ch=SMYJ5rDM_tc4hkMT4cHD5h24vvEuK-qA8qWK7ZUDmHUxPrJv2JtYzA==" linktype="1" target="_blank">visit this link and sign up</a>!</strong></div><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">This is the perfect chance for you to meet and mingle with other MPA parents, catch the excitement of the game, log some volunteer hours, and earn your child a much coveted dress down pass! Please note that this weeks game begins <a href="x-apple-data-detectors://15" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="15">at 4:25 p.m.</a> so volunteers won't need to report to the stand until <a href="x-apple-data-detectors://16" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="16">12:30</a>. </span></p></td></tr></tbody></table><table bgcolor="#000090" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td height="1" rowspan="1" colspan="1"></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><a name="LETTER.BLOCK289"></a></span><table bgcolor="#ffffff" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="5" id="content_LETTER.BLOCK289"><tbody><tr><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" align="left"><div><strong style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><img height="76" vspace="5" border="0" name="ACCOUNT.IMAGE.117" hspace="5" width="80" src="http://ih.constantcontact.com/fs107/1102482426683/img/117.jpg" align="right"></strong></div><div><strong style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Open House for Prospective Families</strong></div><div><strong style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><div><b>Thursday, November 7th, </b><strong> <div style="display: inline !important; "><b>6-8 p.m.</b></div></strong></div><div><strong><div style="display: inline !important; "><b><br></b></div></strong></div></strong></div><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><strong style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Pass the word along to any families you know who might be interested in learning more about the school! Flyers advertising the open house are also available at the MPA office for you to share with your friends and in your community. </strong></p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></p><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Please consider helping that evening as a tour guide! If you are interested in assisting, please email <a href="mailto:boosters@menloparkacademy.com" shape="rect" linktype="2" target="_blank">boosters@menloparkacademy.com</a>. We need 6 more people, so please sign-up and get some of your monthly volunteer hours logged! <br></span></div></td></tr></tbody></table><table bgcolor="#000090" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td height="1" rowspan="1" colspan="1"></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><a name="LETTER.BLOCK329"></a></span><table border="0" width="100%" cellpadding="5" cellspacing="0" id="content_LETTER.BLOCK329"><tbody><tr><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" align="left"><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> <b>SCHOOL DAY SUPPORT </b><br> <span color="#e71d02"><strong>VOLUNTEER TRAINING</strong></span><br><br>Menlo Park Academy thrives because of the excellent support we receive from our parent community. If you are interested in acting as a volunteer for the school year, or as a field trip chaperone, please join us for one of our volunteer training sessions.</span></p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><strong>The next two training days are scheduled for Wednesday, November 7 at 7:45 a.m., and <a href="x-apple-data-detectors://20" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="20">Monday November 18 at 9:00 a.m.</a> and <a href="x-apple-data-detectors://21" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="21">6:00 p.m.</a></strong> These 30 minute training sessions will cover MPA policies and procedures and will qualify you for immediate rotation into the volunteer calendar. </span></p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Register for the training here: <a track="on" href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001eFwA95qPsOOBedW5yX9q1VSLNDLoPrN_kgfYHZO8tnl4VZ15tOkaknTmGQy-41SL1cA1gRKD-PcdgyEpVnymknGgTc8Fpn70WII2Q37cF-vcf07zKzZiztC6v7W6Ka528Q4R6XvaWVCCoDkWkNz_R6SWnRFM8kuDE1juFVo-R3NQuR655j2FZK0OjSz0UH_BwdzBcvTEd3VJ0TRkuAIQ3oIYb98usjhCOPbypKpDQA6wKsB7OJ8-p1Wpo2gAQEtC7Q2eDE08i9raWapk77MDt0ldQeWFD3HGtGR892LQ6Dg0ugmpc3-6p3wiQhXIdthI4q0oIpbS1K3rMRNuA902Ov0-Djjfpysv&c=hBQ4xRPmkN_wBa7PYSaYiSe3LCtBSPIkc25IxeaxK579XszP0k4QgA==&ch=SMYJ5rDM_tc4hkMT4cHD5h24vvEuK-qA8qWK7ZUDmHUxPrJv2JtYzA==" shape="rect" linktype="1" target="_blank">November 7 at 7:45 a.m.</a></span></p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> <a track="on" href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001eFwA95qPsOOBedW5yX9q1VSLNDLoPrN_kgfYHZO8tnl4VZ15tOkaknTmGQy-41SL2s7hjRvbqxVTle2cG4F0XoXAB73DZJ4LGVfG6HYOQyXMugQdz4ArEz9ebM6Z0gO7YiOuj2WQctoKC2uf5kTx8wfMZMjrGbyb7pSQi-mH0_FGnOQZbYxN7LTIx-mEx89h9K1C98tfKVm1Gl2EXIhAk9M1xkqvHfXpJEqdMaVpxKE8sM9BxftGJcaHKaeP6EmSjmCbKPXdnqOBRQtq0UFhfRcwPC5BHLB7YCd1-TVc5-L0FGkk9sQ2yiUM9jXuBvotVSS5nSauIdGNDyUPddL3KKAQAQpGa-Nn&c=hBQ4xRPmkN_wBa7PYSaYiSe3LCtBSPIkc25IxeaxK579XszP0k4QgA==&ch=SMYJ5rDM_tc4hkMT4cHD5h24vvEuK-qA8qWK7ZUDmHUxPrJv2JtYzA==" shape="rect" linktype="1" target="_blank">November 18 at 9:00 a.m. or 6:00 p.m.</a></span></p></td></tr></tbody></table><table bgcolor="#000090" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td height="1" rowspan="1" colspan="1"></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><a name="LETTER.BLOCK292"></a></span><table bgcolor="#ffffff" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="5" id="content_LETTER.BLOCK292"><tbody><tr><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" align="left"><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><b>Cereal Drive for Cleveland Foodbank</b><br></span><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><strong style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Cereal and cash donations accepted <a href="x-apple-data-detectors://25" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="25">November 5-15</a></strong></p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></p><div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Get your CEREAL ready!!!! </span></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">MPA is partnering with the Cleveland Foodbank and the Cleveland Browns to emphasize the most important meal of the day, breakfast! Students are asked to contribute new, unopened boxes of <span style="text-decoration: underline; ">cereal</span> (or monetary contributions) to MPA <span style="text-decoration: underline; "><strong>beginning Tuesday, November 5th</strong></span>. The collection will run <a href="x-apple-data-detectors://27" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="27">until Friday, November 15th.</a> </span></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">If MPA collects the most cereal and monetary donations, we will win a personalized tour of First Energy Stadium for 100 students <a href="x-apple-data-detectors://28" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="28">on Tuesday, November 26th.</a> Students are to turn in their donations to their homeroom where they will be recorded with the following point values: 1 box of cereal = 1pt, each $1 = 4pts. If MPA wins the competition, the top 100 donors will get to attend the stadium tour!<strong> </strong></span></div><div><b style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></b><div dir="ltr" id="yui_3_7_2_1_1383181255000_6868"><strong id="yui_3_7_2_1_1383181255000_6867" style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">*Please refrain from trimming the Box Tops from the cereal as we cannot donate packages that have been altered*</strong></div></div></div></td></tr></tbody></table><table bgcolor="#000090" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td height="1" rowspan="1" colspan="1"></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><a name="LETTER.BLOCK306"></a></span><table bgcolor="#FFFFFF" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="5" id="content_LETTER.BLOCK306"><tbody><tr><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" align="left"><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><b>Author Mark Newman to Speak at MPA </b><br></span><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><strong style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Students to learn about environmental topics on Monday, November 11</strong></p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></p><div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Author Mark Newman will be at MPA on November 11 to speak with students about invasive species and the health of the Great Lakes. His <a track="on" shape="rect" href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001eFwA95qPsOOBedW5yX9q1VSLNDLoPrN_kgfYHZO8tnl4VZ15tOkaknTmGQy-41SLpbkGtDB08n4BO4oVXkxByjDUfeisQgRTwrw_moA0afSYiOgriiH4Dk0AU18afopUCJHSkOV1rP9hj26EOxHhKbrqLI6imO-90zFpB_RdmbuXGSGkGfyB9tPC1YDwbgU-FbCsdsQAjjlArDhlPQHiOy5xznyw5OyeQnvQ-k2furgkft3tCqZZ_qSXohqOvva-8l0Xz1BfNZPm5R_Z9b5Cabg8DEwdD-xnjIGbUYXbkT7_y0j8G8QXGw==&c=hBQ4xRPmkN_wBa7PYSaYiSe3LCtBSPIkc25IxeaxK579XszP0k4QgA==&ch=SMYJ5rDM_tc4hkMT4cHD5h24vvEuK-qA8qWK7ZUDmHUxPrJv2JtYzA==" linktype="1" target="_blank">Sooper Yooper</a> books make this topic fun and understandable for all ages. Take a look at the sample books we have available across from the Main Office to decide if you want to purchase a book.</span></div><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></p><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Parents may order personalized/signed copies of the book for $15.00 (cheaper than list price!) for a student to receive the book when the author is on campus. Orders must be submitted by November 5th by sending the <a track="on" shape="rect" href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001eFwA95qPsOOBedW5yX9q1VSLNDLoPrN_kgfYHZO8tnl4VZ15tOkaknTmGQy-41SLHhZae1pEgsOzjhOQMrmThAqtooVoyNxYPCTeDubB9Bkup0edK_DFwnYvFY8_ZzS4l_e9PpzpQOCvv63XtKBhh0Lv1yljlY-OHf9Rmb2eGwkGhH5sM8ntgpDqgYsGyV5IeoJAv6EdL1ITHdRm_Fh3rFjMPGm_4TT6YoAyvFJKTMHL5-hESrPbwx3lKIjwnjka5kqsb1tCKwKjoWqPlD61prin9TwN_N6ehtEkhS8Rj0Ft5hJ6FR0eCpPPsQEgHi1PEsMAT7hU3A1evnOw5l9hP4mh0onWoHM1s_bYHf1LG7Gz1jR5SbIFVilE4_6Q4zgz&c=hBQ4xRPmkN_wBa7PYSaYiSe3LCtBSPIkc25IxeaxK579XszP0k4QgA==&ch=SMYJ5rDM_tc4hkMT4cHD5h24vvEuK-qA8qWK7ZUDmHUxPrJv2JtYzA==" linktype="1" target="_blank">attached form</a> to school.</span></div></div></td></tr></tbody></table><table bgcolor="#000090" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td height="1" rowspan="1" colspan="1"></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><a name="LETTER.BLOCK305"></a></span><table bgcolor="#ffffff" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="5" id="content_LETTER.BLOCK305"><tbody><tr><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" align="left"><img height="68" vspace="5" border="0" name="ACCOUNT.IMAGE.116" hspace="5" width="100" src="http://ih.constantcontact.com/fs107/1102482426683/img/116.jpg" align="right"><div><b style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Scholastic Book Fair - <a href="x-apple-data-detectors://34" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="34">November 18-21</a></b></div><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></p><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">The MPA Book Fair is coming! <br><br>The annual Scholastic Book Fair will take place <a href="x-apple-data-detectors://35" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="35">on Monday, November 18th- Thursday, November 21st</a> in Saint Mel's Hall (located directly next door to MPA)! Each class will have a day to browse the selections and compile a wish list for their parents to review. Students then will have the opportunity to shop for whatever items they decided upon. Teachers will also be compiling a classroom wish list for parent review...a perfect opportunity for you to get your holiday gift shopping done! <br><br><em>The Book Fair will be open <strong>Monday -Thursday from 9:00 AM- 3:00 PM</strong>. Extended hours will be offered <a href="x-apple-data-detectors://37" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="37">on Wednesday, November 20th</a> until <a href="x-apple-data-detectors://38" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="38">6:00 PM</a> with the MPA Boosters hosting a bake sale and selling spirit wear at this time. </em></span></div><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></p><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">If you would like to assist with the Book Fair, please visit the sign up link below. <a track="on" shape="rect" href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001eFwA95qPsOOBedW5yX9q1VSLNDLoPrN_kgfYHZO8tnl4VZ15tOkaknTmGQy-41SL14tANn91CscyJRTkSmTzuzDdRVQEx_lh-t2ocKUCm1d3wmThfwUbUPNbRjGle_CNgZw4iIwlzJHZkXDUhIsEkfzkma8scI98RsWIzOi8bmH22ONSYTGFBbVtDeuj-mHe8kabrdfMvsZMOZxCME46RBzJ5RPnUZvEuc9YP23grGyjICCmSwhGMH4Dn_QwQCg8K1hFANjQukvBo9R_0_uI5cEVgXcShgUbOpXz8w5md3n4gdQCNxNDBfcIKN5fExwqsbLHazKpmBUF-lKqncC-N1c2s04IxlPqNbvCEs4taOk=&c=hBQ4xRPmkN_wBa7PYSaYiSe3LCtBSPIkc25IxeaxK579XszP0k4QgA==&ch=SMYJ5rDM_tc4hkMT4cHD5h24vvEuK-qA8qWK7ZUDmHUxPrJv2JtYzA==" linktype="1" target="_blank">www.SignUpGenius.com/go/4090B44AFA92BA02-scholastic/4693601</a></span></div><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></p><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Additionally, if you would like to donate an item to the Bake Sale <a href="x-apple-data-detectors://40" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="40">on Wednesday, 11/20</a>, please feel free to drop off your donation that morning. Thank you in advance for making sure items are clearly labeled for allergy concerns.</span></div></td></tr></tbody></table><table bgcolor="#000090" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td height="1" rowspan="1" colspan="1"></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><a name="LETTER.BLOCK310"></a></span><table bgcolor="#ffffff" border="0" width="100%" cellpadding="5" cellspacing="0" id="content_LETTER.BLOCK310"><tbody><tr><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" align="left"><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><b>Science Fair & Invention Convention Updates </b><br></span><div><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></p><div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><strong>SCIENCE FAIR UPDATE!</strong> Science Fair will be held <a href="x-apple-data-detectors://41" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="41">January 24, 2014</a>. All 5th and 6th graders plus all 8th grade Biology students will be participating. Other grades may participate as well depending on teacher choice.</span></div><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></p><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Last week, 5th and 6th graders brought home a packet that spells out in great detail how the project can be accomplished with a minimum of parent supervision and participation. Mrs. Eby will be reviewing proposed projects and will be sending home forms for parents to sign indicating their approval as well.</span></div><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></p><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Eighth grade Biology students have already begun discussing science fair projects in class. They have been given an orange packet that describes the steps to a successful project. It is hoped that many of these students will participate in more than one external science fair. A list of external science fairs will be posted on Mrs. Eby's website in the very near <a href="http://future.ar/" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="link" x-apple-data-detectors-result="42">future.ar</a></span></div><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></p><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><strong>INVENTION CONVENTION UPDATE! </strong> Invention Convention will be held <a href="x-apple-data-detectors://43" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="43">Feb 21, 2014</a>. <br>7th & 8th graders in Mr. Kiddey's science classes will be participating in Invention Convention. More information coming soon.</span></div><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></p><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Kindergarten, First Grade, and Fourth Grade will be participating in Invention Convention; Second and Third grades will be participating in the Science Fair. </span></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></div><div><div><strong style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">PARENT VOLUNTEERS NEEDED</strong></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">In preparation for Science Fair, Mrs. Eby and Mr. Kiddey seek volunteer support to help students after school every <span class="aQJ">Tuesday from 3:15-4:30 p.m.</span> leading up to the Science Fair which will take place <a href="x-apple-data-detectors://45" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="45">on January 23, 2014</a>. During this time you would help to guide students as they research and write the background report for their project. This is a working group for the writing portion of the project, not the experiment itself. Contact Academic Enrichment co-chair Erika Coble at <a href="mailto:ecoble@mail.bw.edu" shape="rect" target="_blank" style="text-decoration: none; ">ecoble@mail.bw.edu</a> for more information or to sign up as a volunteer.<br></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></div></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Please watch upcoming newsletters for continued updates.</span></div></div></div></td></tr></tbody></table><table bgcolor="#000090" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td height="1" rowspan="1" colspan="1"></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><a name="LETTER.BLOCK225"></a></span><table bgcolor="#ffffff" border="0" width="100%" cellpadding="5" cellspacing="0" id="content_LETTER.BLOCK225"><tbody><tr><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" align="left"><div><img height="145" vspace="5" border="0" name="ACCOUNT.IMAGE.98" hspace="5" width="100" src="http://ih.constantcontact.com/fs107/1102482426683/img/98.jpg" align="right"><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><b>One Call Now!</b><br>e</span></div><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><span color="#000000"><strong>Register for the NEW Automated News System</strong></span> </span></p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></p><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Just in time for winter, the On Call Now system will alert MPA families of important breaking news, school cancellations, and special invitations. 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Don't be shy about enlisting the aid of relatives, friends, neighbors and co-workers to clip and save Box Tops for your child. Expired Box Tops do not count towards your child's total. More details will follow from the Boosters about this Monsters game.</span></div></div><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Please send clipped Box Tops in a Ziploc bag or sealed envelope with your child's name, their teacher's name and grade. It would also help if you wrote "Boy" or "Girl" as some children have gender-neutral names. There is a collection bin on each floor at school. Please help us out by trimming the Box Tops as best as you can. 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"><table bgcolor="#FDEB16" border="0" width="100%" cellpadding="5" cellspacing="0" id="content_LETTER.BLOCK15"><tbody><tr><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" align="left"><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">October 24, 2013 Newsletter <br></span></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><a name="LETTER.BLOCK4"></a></span><table bgcolor="#ffffff" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="5" id="content_LETTER.BLOCK4"><tbody><tr><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" align="left"><div><div><strong style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">FYI: Dates to Remember</strong></div><div><div><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><strong style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> <img height="112" vspace="5" name="ACCOUNT.IMAGE.123" border="0" hspace="5" width="120" src="http://ih.constantcontact.com/fs107/1102482426683/img/123.jpg" align="right"></strong></p></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><strong>October</strong> </span></div></div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">10/25 - Friday - Picture Day; Fall Festival for MPA families10/29 - Tuesday - Mac&Cheese hot lunch10/31 - Thursday - Halloween celebrations; Sloppy Joes hot lunch </span><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">November</span></p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">11/1 - Friday - NO SCHOOL - parent/teacher conferences</span></p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">11/2 - Saturday - NASA Young Astronaut Day</span></p><p style="margin-top: 0px; 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-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Students going to a friends home after school should have a note sent into school from both the families. This will help us to ensure student safety at dismissal time. </span></div><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></p></td></tr></tbody></table><table bgcolor="#000090" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td height="1" rowspan="1" colspan="1"></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><a name="LETTER.BLOCK273"></a></span><table bgcolor="#FFFFFF" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="5" id="content_LETTER.BLOCK273"><tbody><tr><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" align="left"><div><b style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Cold Weather Gear Time! Come to school prepared</b></div><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">After months of mild weather, it's finally cold outside and MPA students will have outside recess unless it's actively raining or snowing. Children are <span style="text-decoration: underline; ">not</span> allowed to come inside just because they are cold, so it's important that everyone brings whatever hats, scarves, and mittens they might need to spend half an hour outside. So put away their shorts, pull out the warm pants and tights to wear under skirts - it's time to bundle up for school. </span></p></td></tr></tbody></table><table bgcolor="#000090" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td height="1" rowspan="1" colspan="1"></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><a name="LETTER.BLOCK278"></a></span><table bgcolor="#ffffff" border="0" width="100%" cellpadding="5" cellspacing="0" id="content_LETTER.BLOCK278"><tbody><tr><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" align="left"><div><b style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Reminder - Picture Day is tomorrow!</b></div><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></p><div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><strong>Picture day will be Friday, October 25th</strong><strong>. 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Please send your children to school in their <a track="on" href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001EJBP47gwRnq0LpelB3GcajM-o-RWMQB45NdN8PoAX2hS-I0uto1Dodc3p6TQ9YupeVXfnFgMI_AeEellIWNwGJkShSyOo7Az8iuUsyYUzPhOdCN922lIvK8VQj07IEkFyyneDbIlBinO4s_beOUBdDZWNmN-b4PiAEibC5TI-J7Z9H_FBZYABkGyhjEM6zcQEKImeiIlwMsHSnJ5w61gI37M5h9RUkT33YeNBJCxySVNys7y1fBaz5UDNLA7BCCQh8VlKVHa_LS5xAQXJRBc0-5jHYECrDLGYg_mFbR2Iazlh1LPCSlKdIYinCq_Z6A_QGUnBRUr7WJIGvyuXf6kwDEuo-L_LG8OLrNTDrwq70RnwOPQVocPWtcHXS7ui7QzJvXX6N_d_c8=&c=c5wZ664ren1Ce8shupJ8LD4MLbkLaWgWX9wBLMFFvBjjqWBmhmjzyA==&ch=mn31s02koz_a5tuPvgqOr29mfeqnUt2HTdUMRGV66vG3Lrwd4NgVrw==" shape="rect" linktype="1" target="_blank">uniforms</a> on picture day, Friday October 25th.</strong> Order envelopes came home today (Thursday 10/17) so check those backpacks!</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></div><div><strong style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Please fill out your order envelope and have your child bring it to the photographer on Picture Day. </strong></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br><strong>You can also order directly online by </strong><br>1. going to: <a shape="rect"></a><a href="http://mylifetouch.com/" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="link" x-apple-data-detectors-result="18">mylifetouch.com</a><br>2. You will enter picture day ID: WP903171Y0<br>3. Order and print the receipt to give to the photographer on picture day.</span></div></div></td></tr></tbody></table><table bgcolor="#000090" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td height="1" rowspan="1" colspan="1"></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><a name="LETTER.BLOCK313"></a></span><table bgcolor="#FFFFFF" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="5" id="content_LETTER.BLOCK313"><tbody><tr><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" align="left"><div><b style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Pumpkin Carving Contest!!</b></div><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Bring in your best pumpkin design for a school wide pumpkin carving contest. Pumpkins may be brought in on Wednesday, October 30 or Thursday, October 31. All students and staff will vote on Thursday during our Halloween festivities. Carving themes are: Traditional, Scary, Non-scary, Painted. Fabulous prizes for winners in each theme. </span></p></td></tr></tbody></table><table bgcolor="#000090" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td height="1" rowspan="1" colspan="1"></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><a name="LETTER.BLOCK290"></a></span><table bgcolor="#FFFFFF" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="5" id="content_LETTER.BLOCK290"><tbody><tr><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" align="left"><div align="center" style="text-align: center; "><em><strong style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">FALL FESTIVAL IS TOMORROW!</strong></em></div><div align="center" style="text-align: center; "><div><strong style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Friday, October 25, 2013 5:30 PM - 8:30 pm St. Mel Hall</strong></div><div><div><strong style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">GAMES - PRIZES - DJ - BAKE SALE</strong></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><strong>ADMISSION:</strong> $5.00 -Includes dinner of pizza, popcorn and unlimited drinks ($25.00 max/family)</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Game tickets will be available for sale. <img vspace="5" border="0" name="ACCOUNT.IMAGE.147" hspace="5" width="580" src="http://ih.constantcontact.com/fs107/1102482426683/img/147.jpg"></span></div></div></div><div><span color="#000000" size="3" face="Times" style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></div></td></tr></tbody></table><table bgcolor="#000090" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td height="1" rowspan="1" colspan="1"></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><a name="LETTER.BLOCK302"></a></span><table bgcolor="#FFFFFF" border="0" width="100%" cellpadding="5" cellspacing="0" id="content_LETTER.BLOCK273"><tbody><tr><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" align="left"><div><strong style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Pumpkin Sale to Benefit 8th Grade Field Trip</strong></div><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Menlo Park Academy is selling pumpkins to raise funds for the 8th grade Washington D.C trip. Pumpkins will be sold for $5.00 each. You can order a pumpkin before school, after school, and during lunch and recess. Don't worry, pumpkins will be delivered to the homeroom at the end of the day, or parents can pick them up when the order it, the day you order it. We have over 100 pumpkins to sell. The pumpkins are going fast so put an order in now!</span></p></td></tr></tbody></table><table bgcolor="#000090" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td height="1" rowspan="1" colspan="1"></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><a name="LETTER.BLOCK295"></a></span><table bgcolor="#FFFFFF" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="5" id="content_LETTER.BLOCK295"><tbody><tr><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" align="left"><div><div><div><strong style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">REMINDER - Clothing and Toiletry Drive for Homeless Shelter</strong></div><div><span style="text-decoration: underline; font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">DROP OFF DONATIONS BY THIS MONDAY (10/28)!</span></div><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br>Mrs. Weber's homeroom will be collecting items for the Lakeside Men's Homeless Shelter. Your donations would be greatly appreciated! You don't have to go out to the store and buy the things needed! Just look around your house for extra, <span style="text-decoration: underline; ">unused</span> items. Here are items we are looking for:</span></p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></p><table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="3" align="center" style="margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; width: 590px; border-width: 0px; border-style: none; height: 100px; border-collapse: collapse; "><tbody><tr><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" style="vertical-align: top; width: 81px; height: 26px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Toilet paper</span></td><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" style="vertical-align: top; width: 66px; height: 26px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Can openers</span></td><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" style="vertical-align: top; width: 63px; height: 26px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> Bar soap</span></td><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" style="vertical-align: top; width: 103px; height: 26px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Wash rags</span></td><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" style="vertical-align: top; width: 98px; height: 26px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Laundry Soap</span></td><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" style="vertical-align: top; width: 94px; height: 26px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> Bath Towels</span></td></tr><tr><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" style="vertical-align: top; width: 81px; height: 26px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> Shampoo</span></td><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" style="vertical-align: top; width: 66px; height: 26px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Deodorant</span></td><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" style="vertical-align: top; width: 63px; height: 26px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Toothpaste</span></td><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" style="vertical-align: top; width: 103px; height: 26px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Dish Soap</span></td><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" style="vertical-align: top; width: 98px; height: 26px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> Dish rags/towels</span></td><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" style="vertical-align: top; width: 94px; height: 26px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Paper towels</span></td></tr><tr><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" style="vertical-align: top; width: 81px; height: 26px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> Toothbrushes</span></td><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" style="vertical-align: top; width: 66px; height: 26px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> Combs</span></td><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" style="vertical-align: top; width: 63px; height: 26px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> Q-tips</span></td><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" style="vertical-align: top; width: 103px; height: 26px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Cleaning supplies</span></td><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" style="vertical-align: top; width: 98px; height: 26px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Sock/underwear </span></td><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" style="vertical-align: top; width: 94px; height: 26px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></td></tr></tbody></table><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></p><div><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Drop the donations off in Mrs. Weber's room (203) no later than Monday October 28th! Thank you for helping Mrs. Weber's Advisory Class give back to our community!</span></p></div></div></div></td></tr></tbody></table><table bgcolor="#000090" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td height="1" rowspan="1" colspan="1"></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><a name="LETTER.BLOCK299"></a></span><table bgcolor="#FFFFFF" border="0" width="100%" cellpadding="5" cellspacing="0" id="content_LETTER.BLOCK299"><tbody><tr><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" align="left"><div><div><div><b style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Reminder: Entrepreneurship Classes Sales Drive</b></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Our two Entrepreneurship (ENT) classes are just about to kick off their end of the trimester sales drives! Both classes are learning business basics while competing against each other in the same school market. Net profits will be donated to the organization/fund their class chose.</span></div><div><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></p><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">ENT Classes, Products, & Net Profit Donations:</span></div><ul><li><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">The 5/6 grade ENT class will be selling their MPA logo'ed draw-string sports bags for $10 each. The bags are well made and can be used as a book bag as well a sports bag. These young entrepreneurs will be selling their bags from Tuesday, Oct 22-Friday, Oct 25. All 5/6 ENT class net profits benefit the Wounded Warrior Project (<a shape="rect"></a><a href="http://www.woundedwarriorproject.org/" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="link" x-apple-data-detectors-result="31">http://www.</a><wbr><a href="http://www.woundedwarriorproject.org/" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="link" x-apple-data-detectors-result="31">woundedwarriorproject.org/</a>)</span></li></ul><ul><li><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">The <a href="x-apple-data-detectors://32" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="32">7/8th</a> grade ENT class will be selling their "Water Wizard" water bottles from Monday, Oct 28-Thursday, Oct 31 during lunch time. These MPA logo'ed water bottles are "sleek, but don't leak!" Bottles are $15 each. All "Water Wizard" net profits go toward the 8th grade Washington, D.C. trip.</span></li></ul><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">CASH ONLY. Items will be sold during upper school lunch/recess (4th period). <strong>Due to the nature of the project items will only be sold to upper school students. </strong> If you have any questions please contact Mr. Kiddey at <a shape="rect"></a><a href="mailto:ryan.kiddey@menloparkacademy.com" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="link" x-apple-data-detectors-result="35">ryan.kiddey@menloparkacademy.</a><wbr><a href="mailto:ryan.kiddey@menloparkacademy.com" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="link" x-apple-data-detectors-result="35">com</a>. </span></div></div></div></div></td></tr></tbody></table><table bgcolor="#000090" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td height="1" rowspan="1" colspan="1"></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><a name="LETTER.BLOCK287"></a></span><table bgcolor="#FFFFFF" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="5" id="content_LETTER.BLOCK287"><tbody><tr><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" align="left"><div><div><div><strong style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Halloween 2013 - Schedule of Activities</strong></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Are you ready for a spook-tacular celebration? MPA's Halloween events will be held on Thursday, 10/31/2013. Here's the schedule of everything that's going on that day:</span></div><div><ul><li><font color="#000000"><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><a href="x-apple-data-detectors://37" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="37">8:15-12:05 pm</a> Pumpkin carving contest voting</span></font></li><li><font color="#000000"><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><a href="x-apple-data-detectors://38" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="38">8:30-9:15 am</a> Group and Upper school costumes judged in the gym</span></font></li><li><font color="#000000"><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><a href="x-apple-data-detectors://39" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="39">9:30-10:50 am</a> Scheduled visits to lower school classroom for costume judging</span></font></li><li><font color="#000000"><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><a href="x-apple-data-detectors://40" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="40">10:50-12:30</a> normal lunch periods; special lunch with Mrs. B-W</span></font></li><li><font color="#000000"><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><a href="x-apple-data-detectors://41" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="41">12:30-1pm</a> Upper school room parents setup for party in gym - all things to the edges to accommodate assemblies</span></font></li><li><font color="#000000"><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><a href="x-apple-data-detectors://42" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="42">1-1:25pm</a> K-4 Lower school assembly in the gym, costume contest awards pumpkin carving contest awards. Lower school room parents setup classrooms.</span></font></li><li><font color="#000000"><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><a href="x-apple-data-detectors://43" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="43">1:25-1:30</a> K-4 Lower school exit gym and parade through upper floor ending into their classrooms. Lower school parties start.</span></font></li><li><font color="#000000"><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><a href="x-apple-data-detectors://44" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="44">1:30-2pm</a> 5-8 Upper school assembly in the gym; costume contest awards, pumpkin carving contest awards</span></font></li><li><font color="#000000"><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><a href="x-apple-data-detectors://46" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="46">2-2:45pm</a> Upper school party in the gym. Lower school parties continue in each classroom.</span></font></li><li><font color="#000000"><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><a href="x-apple-data-detectors://47" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="47">2:45-3pm</a> Clean up and get ready for dismissal</span></font></li></ul></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Costume Guidelines:</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Students may wear their costumes to school but please keep in mind that they are required to function in their normal activities (walk up and down stairs safely, sit in their desks, use the bathroom independently).</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><strong>No weapons or anything that could remotely be used as a weapon, no violent or gory costumes, no masks, no lewd or revealing costumes. Keep in mind that we have younger students in the building so no scary costumes please.</strong><br><br><em>Prizes will be awarded in the following categories:</em><br></span><ul><li><em style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Historical figure</em></li><li><em style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Contemporary figure</em></li><li><em style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Literary figure</em></li><li><em style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Invention or technology</em></li><li><em style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Animal (real or legendary)</em></li><li><em style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Group costume (two or more students involved in the same costume idea)</em></li><li><em style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Best artistic merit</em></li></ul><strong style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Remember, our judges will be looking for creativity, interesting use of materials, artistic merit ... And great ideas of course! </strong></div></div></div></td></tr></tbody></table><table bgcolor="#000090" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td height="1" rowspan="1" colspan="1"></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><a name="LETTER.BLOCK289"></a></span><table bgcolor="#FFFFFF" border="0" width="100%" cellpadding="5" cellspacing="0" id="content_LETTER.BLOCK289"><tbody><tr><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" align="left"><div><strong style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><img height="76" vspace="5" border="0" name="ACCOUNT.IMAGE.117" hspace="5" width="80" src="http://ih.constantcontact.com/fs107/1102482426683/img/117.jpg" align="right"></strong></div><div><strong style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Open House for Prospective Families</strong></div><div><strong style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Thursday, November 7th, <strong> <div style="display: inline !important; "><b>6-8pm</b></div></strong></strong></div><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Pass the word along to any families you know who might be interested in learning more about the school!</span></p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></p><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><strong>Also, we are in need of tour guides for the event. </strong>Information will be provided to you, so don't try to tell us you "don't know enough to lead tours!" If you are interested in assisting please email <a shape="rect" href="mailto:boosters@menloparkacademy.com" linktype="2" target="_blank">boosters@menloparkacademy.com</a>.<br></span></div></td></tr></tbody></table><table bgcolor="#000090" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td height="1" rowspan="1" colspan="1"></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><a name="LETTER.BLOCK292"></a></span><table bgcolor="#FFFFFF" border="0" width="100%" cellpadding="5" cellspacing="0" id="content_LETTER.BLOCK292"><tbody><tr><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" align="left"><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><b>Cereal Drive for Cleveland Foodbank</b><br></span><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><strong style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Cereal and cash donations accepted <a href="x-apple-data-detectors://50" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="50">November 5-15</a></strong></p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></p><div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Get your CEREAL ready!!!! MPA is partnering with the Cleveland Foodbank and the Cleveland Browns to emphasize the most important meal of the day, breakfast!<strong>Students are asked to contribute new, unopened boxes of cereal (or monetary contributions) to MPA beginning Tuesday, November 5th. The collection will run<a href="x-apple-data-detectors://52" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="52">until Friday, November 15th.</a> </strong></span></div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><strong>If MPA collects the most cereal & monetary donations, the top 100 donors in the school will win a personalized tour of First Energy Stadium for 100 students <a href="x-apple-data-detectors://53" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="53">on Tuesday, November 26th.</a></strong> Each homeroom will have list of students names to keep a tally of donations, each box/bag of cereal = 1pt, each $1 = 4pts. So dig out the change, throw a few extra boxes of corn flakes in the cart, and help MPA give back to our community!</span></div></div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><strong>Please note that cereal donations must be in the original manufacturer's packaging, and must not have the BoxTops or UPC codes removed. </strong>The food bank won't accept packages that are "damaged," and we want to make sure everything that gets donated is able to be used to help needy families in our area.</span></div></td></tr></tbody></table><table bgcolor="#000090" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td height="1" rowspan="1" colspan="1"></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><a name="LETTER.BLOCK306"></a></span><table bgcolor="#FFFFFF" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="5" id="content_LETTER.BLOCK306"><tbody><tr><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" align="left"><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><b>Author Mark Newman to Speak at MPA </b><br></span><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><strong style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Students to learn about environmental topics on Monday, November 11</strong></p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></p><div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Author Mark Newman will be at MPA on November 11 to speak with students about invasive species and the heath of the Great Lakes. His Sooper Yooper books make this topic fun and understandable for all ages. </span></div><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></p><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Parents may order personalized/signed copies of the book in advance that will be distributed when the author is on campus. They are $15.00 each can be ordered with the <a track="on" shape="rect" href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001EJBP47gwRnq0LpelB3GcajM-o-RWMQB45NdN8PoAX2hS-I0uto1Dodc3p6TQ9Yupi8wEXnsstnXNcyfYN7VdrtwOvHRpomCAMFcso39cbwI26miwtUM9NCHkQ3cH0yGAAYlM-0KqKoAFvWKeIm-OUC2YKCEeZaTlBivT_-Pc1ef7RBCOTJAjrNM0tcQLxuMmTWWTwM6n3DoeVvXhBuoHRV_BZJq78EGVfWniC0ZC5kpm2PssjBVWA-zwDim2oizfLoUScqfrZS9jGjiNdeuJzW1B9cGknaCYJodPSMI_HEFu6RprViCyZj_RHPbSC-Av73XS48iuG1hHzLX5TOIpc7NhfX2YofC60fkVhYe6GLRxbkmAmttt5QJCvI4wgSwxdGM2QvxpuQFeaRmhU3Ka1Q==&c=c5wZ664ren1Ce8shupJ8LD4MLbkLaWgWX9wBLMFFvBjjqWBmhmjzyA==&ch=mn31s02koz_a5tuPvgqOr29mfeqnUt2HTdUMRGV66vG3Lrwd4NgVrw==" linktype="1" target="_blank">attached form</a> and sent into school. Orders must be submitted by November 5.</span></div></div></td></tr></tbody></table><table bgcolor="#000090" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td height="1" rowspan="1" colspan="1"></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><a name="LETTER.BLOCK305"></a></span><table class="" bgcolor="#FFFFFF" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="5" id="content_LETTER.BLOCK292"><tbody><tr><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" align="left"><img height="68" vspace="5" border="0" name="ACCOUNT.IMAGE.116" hspace="5" width="100" src="http://ih.constantcontact.com/fs107/1102482426683/img/116.jpg" align="right"><div><b style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Scholastic Book Fair - <a href="x-apple-data-detectors://59" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="59">November 18-21</a></b></div><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></p><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">The MPA Book Fair is coming! The annual Scholastic Book Fair will take place <a href="x-apple-data-detectors://60" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="60">on Monday, November 18th- Thursday, November 21st</a> in Saint Mel's Hall (located directly next door to MPA)! Each class will have a day to browse the selections and compile a wish list for their parents to review. Students then will have the opportunity to shop for whatever items they decided upon. Teachers will also be compiling a classroom wish list for parent review...a perfect opportunity for you to get your holiday gift shopping done! The Book Fair will be open Monday -Thursday from 9:00 AM- 3:00 PM. Extended hours will be offered <a href="x-apple-data-detectors://62" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="62">on Wednesday, November 20th</a> until<a href="x-apple-data-detectors://63" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="63">6:00 PM</a> with the MPA Boosters hosting a bake sale and selling spirit wear at this time. </span></div><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></p><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">If you would like to assist with the Book Fair, please visit the sign up link below. <a track="on" shape="rect" href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001EJBP47gwRnq0LpelB3GcajM-o-RWMQB45NdN8PoAX2hS-I0uto1Dodc3p6TQ9YupDnoJTJcz2ZUiserE4BRPSY7F3p8X9MAxsUp48yypHVdi6D_ec7dK5ri_tCRwmFSzgCTR96hBtQye1ahMmoR-ZYOaEFibY73_K-aCNHn1sZebGrs_7omdLMlvvPw4jVni9iUvLiF-nUJh3HeTRFuFrDoaDvZPUmfYAmiebAmUsbyQb0Y848-uf0e9Y1wEiwMlUeohgsJ8DhIX3QmyU32myQ_X4GwkLCzvYL5yWGD-WOTwsRkMWaNgUtawzp4PzJUFBin6OYPNMuh_PWVmKWLSuQP-oPCQ2vuHkajP6l2bRw4WAnSzVkgrsD8I3lHZkZZf&c=c5wZ664ren1Ce8shupJ8LD4MLbkLaWgWX9wBLMFFvBjjqWBmhmjzyA==&ch=mn31s02koz_a5tuPvgqOr29mfeqnUt2HTdUMRGV66vG3Lrwd4NgVrw==" linktype="1" target="_blank">www.SignUpGenius.com/go/4090B44AFA92BA02-scholastic/4693601</a></span></div><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></p><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Additionally, if you would like to donate an item to the Bake Sale <a href="x-apple-data-detectors://65" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="65">on Wednesday, 11/20</a>, please feel free to drop off your donation that morning (please make sure items are clearly labeled for allergy concerns).</span></div></td></tr></tbody></table><table bgcolor="#000090" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td height="1" rowspan="1" colspan="1"></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><a name="LETTER.BLOCK310"></a></span><table bgcolor="#FFFFFF" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="5" id="content_LETTER.BLOCK310"><tbody><tr><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" align="left"><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><b>Science Fair & Invention Convention Updates </b><br></span><div><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></p><div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><strong>SCIENCE FAIR UPDATE!</strong> Science Fair will be held <a href="x-apple-data-detectors://66" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="66">January 24th.</a> All 5th and 6th graders plus all 8th grade Biology students will be participating. Other grades may participate as well depending on teacher choice.</span></div><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></p><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">This week, 5th and 6th graders will be bringing home a packet that spells out in great detail how the project can be accomplished with a minimum of parent supervision and participation. The packets will be discussed in great detail in class as well. Students must turn in a project choice to Mrs. Eby by October 30th. When the project has the go-ahead from Mrs. Eby, parents will be asked to sign a form indicating their approval as well.</span></div><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></p><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Eighth grade Biology students have already begun discussing science fair projects in class. They have been given an orange packet that describes the steps to a successful project. It is hoped that many of these students will participate in more than one external science fair. A list of external science fairs will be posted on Mrs. Eby's website in the very near future.<br> </span></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><strong>INVENTION CONVENTION UPDATE! </strong> Invention Convention will be held <a href="x-apple-data-detectors://68" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="68">Feb 21st.</a> 7th & 8th graders in Mr. Kiddey's science classes will be participating in Invention Convention. More information coming soon.</span></div><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></p><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Grades K-4 will be selecting one of these options to participate in. Look in the upcoming newsletter for your child's focus area.</span></div></div></div></td></tr></tbody></table><table bgcolor="#000090" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td height="1" rowspan="1" colspan="1"></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><a name="LETTER.BLOCK225"></a></span><table bgcolor="#FFFFFF" border="0" width="100%" cellpadding="5" cellspacing="0" id="content_LETTER.BLOCK225"><tbody><tr><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" align="left"><div><img height="145" vspace="5" name="ACCOUNT.IMAGE.98" border="0" hspace="5" width="100" src="http://ih.constantcontact.com/fs107/1102482426683/img/98.jpg" align="right"><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><b>One Call Now!</b><br></span></div><strong style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Automated Alert System Comes to MPA</strong><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">One Call Now! Menlo Park is going to utilize One Call Now to alert MPAfamilies of late breaking news, school cancellations, and special invitations. If you would like to update your information, please visit: <a track="on" shape="rect" href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001EJBP47gwRnq0LpelB3GcajM-o-RWMQB45NdN8PoAX2hS-I0uto1Dodc3p6TQ9YupvEkc3Wa5ZI-Ia0vnk3OFpLT1xeQM2jkxnv-ZU38Mxo5_KN8A-ILgCGVA1z8QtnKnoD2olEZH-38DT6vXP3QNWKP5S2tnOshKb1FFDWFjKAT-E2KwXa09spbgoDD9wzqyMocxEYmzT3Lp1zYfP1XgIajAYihQ0brpNUoe_UJ-68CDClrK8h9Q46p6zcR44NHhiVymVOfNnZmztuY2hdfJYCBsndw5R4zwN8aF1Am4UvFqfu1MF2BvynQmQSFFdbZcgTLtjAzGvhZPrlEeywLCCzB15mmB0mr3pA3KofXW_0BQaqbHvf4pLg==&c=c5wZ664ren1Ce8shupJ8LD4MLbkLaWgWX9wBLMFFvBjjqWBmhmjzyA==&ch=mn31s02koz_a5tuPvgqOr29mfeqnUt2HTdUMRGV66vG3Lrwd4NgVrw==" linktype="1" target="_blank">MPA Emergency Alert System</a> You will have the option to opt-in to receive text messages, and also the option to opt-out of all communications, at the end of the message.</span></div><div><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></p><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Please contact Lynn Wilson if you have any questions about the One Call Now emergency alert system. <a href="mailto:lynn.wilson@menloparkacademy.com" shape="rect" linktype="2" target="_blank">lynn.wilson@menloparkacademy.com</a> </span></div></div></td></tr></tbody></table><table bgcolor="#000090" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td height="1" rowspan="1" colspan="1"></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><a name="LETTER.BLOCK288"></a></span><table bgcolor="#FFFFFF" border="0" width="100%" cellpadding="5" cellspacing="0" id="content_LETTER.BLOCK288"><tbody><tr><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" align="left"><div><b style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Girls still ahead by 1,100 in Box Tops Battle</b></div><img height="60" vspace="5" border="0" name="ACCOUNT.IMAGE.133" hspace="5" width="100" src="http://ih.constantcontact.com/fs107/1102482426683/img/133.jpg" align="right"><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></p><div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">GIRLS - 3,152</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">BOYS - 2,007</span></div><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></p><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Remember, the student who brings in the most Box Tops from the first day of school<a href="x-apple-data-detectors://70" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="70">until </a><a href="x-apple-data-detectors://70" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="70">January 10, 2014</a> will win 2 free tickets & 1 Zamboni ride at the Monsters game<a href="x-apple-data-detectors://71" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="71">on </a><a href="x-apple-data-detectors://71" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="71">February 22, 2014</a>. Along with helping your gender rule the school you also have a chance to win this cool prize! More details will follow from the Boosters about this Monsters game. This would be a good time to start calling relatives, friends, neighbors and co-workers asking them to clip and save Box Tops for your child. Expired Box Tops do not count towards your child's total.</span></div></div><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Please send clipped Box Tops in a Ziploc bag or sealed envelope with your child's name, their teacher's name and grade. It would also help if you wrote "Boy" or "Girl" as some children have gender-neutral names. There is a collection bin on each floor at school.Please help us out by trimming the Box Tops as best as you can. The 5 minutes this takes you at home saves the Minions hours of trimming time. </span></p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></p><div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">MPA is also collecting:</span></div><ul><li><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Campbells Labels For Education: We just sent in more than <span style="text-decoration: underline; ">7,600 UPC codes</span> for this program. Combined with the labels we collect throughout the year, this will allow us to purchase items to use for Field Day. Keep clipping those codes!</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Tyson Project A+ Labels, which gives MPA 24 cents per label</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Coke Rewards codes (on bottle tops and inside 12-pack cartons), which we use to purchase recess equipment</span></li></ul></div></td></tr></tbody></table><table bgcolor="#000090" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td height="1" rowspan="1" colspan="1"></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><a name="LETTER.BLOCK36"></a></span><table bgcolor="#004DB4" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="5" id="content_LETTER.BLOCK36"><tbody><tr><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" align="left"><div><div><div><strong style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Have Something for the Newsletter?</strong></div><div><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Information can be submitted via email to: <a shape="rect" href="mailto:communications@menloparkacademy.com" linktype="2" target="_blank">communications@menloparkacademy.com</a>for review and inclusion in the weekly update. 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10/22 - Tuesday - Pizza hot lunch - Young Rembrandts after school program begins</div>
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10/24 - Thursday - Hot Dog lunch</div>
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10/25 - Picture Day; Fall Festival for MPA families</div>
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11/2 - Saturday - NASA Young Astronaut Day</div>
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11/4 - Monday - NO SCHOOL - parent/teacher conferences</div>
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11/14 - Thursday - <span id="yui_3_7_2_1_1382581814706_2413">MPA parent book club, 4:30</span></div>
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<span id="yui_3_7_2_1_1382581814706_2421">11/18 - Monday - Scholastic Book Fair begins</span></div>
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2/22/14 - MPA night with the Lake Erie Monsters</div>
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<strong>Picture day will be Friday, October 25th</strong><strong>. To enhance the continuity of MPA group photos, picture day is a "<a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001yZZbmMMcYDaXBMdzl4VkcVLhVi7fTD7-kxwie7kwQKosGMoKD3n7kEqgEhTMFbUyBxZaezPwlqUumT5MYSIoN_xv0YZ-xc_2mHMrWc92hZXAakyADxTSqJb-40S-k9T40oZWIjSbVYq-PqKcCIevrBjOxoa5tiBkJ2eGlxwnyKzTTHecEaWmXHZNplyqhPrZO3cNF2-uLho4V36_5unUFzXllTrgo_FBbgcEQzLV8rOXPbYPAoPlaR5zunaOPTNXuYkNya1Fp0yP53Od8eLm55ZZLJ99KHSvFPthyZvkmTAiE5suyt9n-LTc36TXH1yxCUiby-24YBYIfD8Y9vxzocayCUaKFxtr8TzPl5Swo9na-_neQPDE0zb5LBctwCdZoRnCwbjxcEM=&c=_jcep6XglYL34QucrYH09hQNtvAs23X8LaR4j8igGXs3PlBxYkIyQg==&ch=l83aD00WH6arWv1tvueju55JXHONtlZz9xXaFcVVQYlsB4_KPzd9Dg==" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: blue; outline: 0px;" target="_blank">uniform</a>" day. Please send your children to school in their <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001yZZbmMMcYDaXBMdzl4VkcVLhVi7fTD7-kxwie7kwQKosGMoKD3n7kEqgEhTMFbUyBxZaezPwlqUumT5MYSIoN_xv0YZ-xc_2mHMrWc92hZXAakyADxTSqJb-40S-k9T40oZWIjSbVYq-PqKcCIevrBjOxoa5tiBkJ2eGlxwnyKzTTHecEaWmXHZNplyqhPrZO3cNF2-uLho4V36_5unUFzXllTrgo_FBbgcEQzLV8rOXPbYPAoPlaR5zunaOPTNXuYkNya1Fp0yP53Od8eLm55ZZLJ99KHSvFPthyZvkmTAiE5suyt9n-LTc36TXH1yxCUiby-24YBYIfD8Y9vxzocayCUaKFxtr8TzPl5Swo9na-_neQPDE0zb5LBctwCdZoRnCwbjxcEM=&c=_jcep6XglYL34QucrYH09hQNtvAs23X8LaR4j8igGXs3PlBxYkIyQg==&ch=l83aD00WH6arWv1tvueju55JXHONtlZz9xXaFcVVQYlsB4_KPzd9Dg==" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: blue; outline: 0px;" target="_blank">uniforms</a> on picture day, Friday October 25th.</strong> Order envelopes came home today (Thursday 10/17) so check those backpacks!</div>
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<span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>4 volunteers needed to assist during Picture Day (8:15am to 11am) Friday October 25th.</strong></span></div>
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<b>Young Rembrandts K-6th After School Program</b></div>
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Popular program returns; session begins Tuesday, October 22nd</div>
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Young Rembrandts teaches drawing with a see-touch-do method that all kids can succeed with, learn from and love! Watch your child reach a brand new level of confidence and potential with this engaging, award-winning program. </div>
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Classes will be held Tuesdays, from 3:20-4:20pm, beginning October 22nd. The session runs for 6 weeks, and costs $57. More information on the program can be found <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001yZZbmMMcYDaXBMdzl4VkcVLhVi7fTD7-kxwie7kwQKosGMoKD3n7kEqgEhTMFbUyfM-k0-imMmoGAb6lWqaNqoE22JF3kdC1ytJI4Xhbya_1MhO6uKv6MjISBx4CBfUBD2fhWAjERLREkjgT1iK2JqrYihU8fN4i1tQ9AreVCRRofq0Ri2-5bgq0yTs4fh9pTOQ8rug38ZvQjtKLbGjPewpNMmPeqygy6ojIE2q4AAyX_G2SdgWxsSuA6OcDWaFZ07F7Oij3BM4Odwg8LOHXBmpIii26t-ad_W6UvDhtaLQ4EXGQPm-SZ93CcvAPIlVsMrWYEdpx8UnE9lmvDsU966RyXzsGKDznYAfNPp2-np3u_Ku1gLYL1YUWpThhTY5hJtvQ3Gjf3J1MLmi6j4cnQA==&c=_jcep6XglYL34QucrYH09hQNtvAs23X8LaR4j8igGXs3PlBxYkIyQg==&ch=l83aD00WH6arWv1tvueju55JXHONtlZz9xXaFcVVQYlsB4_KPzd9Dg==" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: black; outline: 0px;" target="_blank">here</a>.</div>
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Enroll your child at <span style="font-size: 10pt;">www.youngrembrandts.com/neo or </span><span style="font-size: 10pt;">call 440.979.1ART (1278). </span></div>
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The front office began this year with 100 visitor and volunteer badges ... they now have 12. PLEASE CHECK YOUR PURSE, CAR, BRIEFCASE, AND LAUNDRY BASKET for any badges that may have accidentally made a trip home with you! Many thanks for all of your volunteer hours ... and for remembering to drop off your badge on your way out the door!</div>
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<strong>A Big Monkey "Thank You" to Our Fundraisers!</strong></div>
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Thanks to the efforts of our students (with a lot of help from parents, friends, and parents' coworkers!), the 2013 magazine fundraiser brought in more than $4,200 for MPA! </div>
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Our top individual sellers included Mara Jane S., Elliot B., Angelina P., Madeline H., Kendall G., Peyton B., Ava E., Carter E., Aiden E., and Gavin W. They all sold between $200 and $500 of merchandise - way to go!</div>
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Our top-selling classroom was Mr. Thompson's class, which sold more than $1,000 of items. Janna J. was the winner of the $10 Mystery Monkey prize, and Mara Jane S. was lucky enough to win the $50 bill with her cash pick!</div>
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Thank you to all who participated, including those who sold 1 or 2 items. A special drawing will be held for these students for a chance to win a Splat Monkey, Lanyard, or Collectible Monkey Keychain. MPA is proud of our community's ongoing support, and we are humbled by your generosity. We couldn't do what we do without your support and we want you to know how much we truly appreciate each and every one of you. Thank you!</div>
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<strong>Menlo Park Academy Open House </strong></div>
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<strong>Pass the word along to any families you know who might be interested in learning more about the school!</strong></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Also, we are in need of tour guides for the event. Information will be provided to you, so don't try to tell us you "don't know enough to lead tours!" If you are interested in assisting please email </span><a href="" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: black; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; outline: 0px; text-decoration: underline;">boosters@menloparkacademy.com</a><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">.</span></div>
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<br /><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Mrs. Weber's homeroom will be collecting items for the </span><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Lakeside Men's Homeless Shelter. </span><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Your donations would be greatly appreciated! You don't have to go out to the store and buy the things needed! Just look around your house for extra, <span style="text-decoration: underline;">unused</span> items. </span><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Here are items we are looking for:</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10pt;">Drop the donations off in Mrs. Weber's room (203) no later than Monday October 28th! </span><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Thank you for helping </span><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Mrs. Weber's Advisory Class give back to our community!</span></div>
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<strong style="font-size: 12pt;">Friday, October 25, 2013 5:30 PM - 8:30 pm St. Mel Hall</strong></div>
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<b>Entrepreneurship Classes Begin Sales Drive</b></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-size: 10pt;">Our two Entrepreneurship (ENT) classes are just about to kick off their end of the trimester sales drives! Both classes are learning business basics while competing against each other in the same school market. Net profits will be donated to the organization/fund their class chose.</span></div>
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<li>The 5/6 grade ENT class will be selling their MPA logo'ed draw-string sports bags for $10 each. The bags are well made and can be used as a book bag as well a sports bag. These young entrepreneurs will be selling their bags from Tuesday, Oct 22-Friday, Oct 25. All 5/6 ENT class net profits benefit the Wounded Warrior Project (<a href="" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: #2862c5; outline: 0px; text-decoration: underline;">http://www. woundedwarriorproject.org/</a> )</li>
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<li>The 7/8th grade ENT class will be selling their "Water Wizard" water bottles from Monday, Oct 28-Thursday, Oct 31 during lunch time. These MPA logo'ed water bottles are "sleek, but don't leak!" Bottles are $15 each. All "Water Wizard" net profits go toward the 8th grade Washington, D.C. trip.</li>
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<strong>Halloween 2013 - Schedule of Activities</strong></div>
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Are you ready for a spook-tacular celebration? MPA's Halloween events will be held on Thursday, 10/31/2013. Here's the schedule of everything that's going on that day:</div>
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<li>9:30-10:50 am Scheduled visits to lower school classroom for costume judging</li>
<li>10:50-12:30 normal lunch periods; special lunch with Mrs. B-W</li>
<li>12:30-1pm Upper school room parents setup for party in gym - all things to the edges to accommodate assemblies</li>
<li>1-1:25pm K-4 Lower school assembly in the gym, costume contest awards pumpkin carving contest awards. Lower school room parents setup classrooms.</li>
<li>1:25-1:30 K-4 Lower school exit gym and parade through upper floor ending into their classrooms. Lower school parties start.</li>
<li>1:30-2pm 5-8 Upper school assembly in the gym; costume contest awards, pumpkin carving contest awards</li>
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<strong><span style="font-size: 9pt;">No weapons or anything that could remotely be used as a weapon, no violent or gory costumes, no masks, no lewd or revealing costumes. Keep in mind that we have younger students in the building so no scary costumes please.</span></strong><br /><br /><em><span style="font-size: 9pt;">Prizes will be awarded in the following categories:</span></em><br /><ul style="list-style-image: initial; list-style-position: initial; margin: 1em 0px; padding: 0px 0px 0px 40px;">
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<strong>Remember, our judges will be looking for creativity, interesting use of materials, artistic merit ... And great ideas of course! </strong></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10pt;">Menlo Park Academy is selling pumpkins to raise money for the 8th grade Washington D.C trip! Pumpkins will be sold for $5.00 each. Bring your cash or check (made out to Menlo Park Academy) into your homeroom teacher, and you will get a ticket to pick out your pumpkin at the end of the school day. Don't worry, middle school students will be on hand to help load pumpkins into cars and on the bus. The sale starts Thursday, October 10th and lasts until we are out of pumpkins.</span></div>
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<b>Scholastic Book Fair - November 18-21</b></div>
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The MPA Book Fair is coming! The annual Scholastic Book Fair will take place on Monday, November 18th- Thursday, November 21st in Saint Mel's Hall (located directly next door to MPA)! Each class will have a day to browse the selections and compile a wish list for their parents to review. Students then will have the opportunity to shop for whatever items they decided upon. Teachers will also be compiling a classroom wish list for parent review...a perfect opportunity for you to get your holiday gift shopping done! The Book Fair will be open Monday -Thursday from 9:00 AM- 3:00 PM. Extended hours will be offered on Wednesday, November 20th until 6:00 PM with the MPA Boosters hosting a bake sale and selling spirit wear at this time. </div>
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Additionally, if you would like to donate an item to the Bake Sale on Wednesday, 11/20, please feel free to drop off your donation that morning (please make sure items are clearly labeled for allergy concerns).</div>
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<b>Girls Retain the Lead in Box Tops Battle</b></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10pt;">The Minions can hardly contain themselves! It's Box Tops individual contest time.<strong>The child who has brought in the most Box Tops since the first day of school until </strong></span><strong style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">January 10, 2014</span><span style="font-size: 10pt;"> will win 2 free tickets & 1 zamboni ride at the Monsters game on </span><span style="font-size: 10pt;">February 22, 2014</span></strong><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>.</strong> Along with helping your gender "rule the school" you also have a chance to win this cool prize! More details will follow about this Monsters game. This would be a good time to start calling relatives, friends, neighbors and co-workers asking them to clip and save Box Tops for your child. Expired Box Tops do not count towards your child's total.</span><span style="font-size: 10pt;"> </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10pt;">The girls are still ahead of the boys! As of October 10th the girls have sent in 2,610 Box Tops. The boys total is 1,577. The Minions apologize for not updating the 1st floor wall poster last week but they were feeling under the weather. Thanks to all of you who trimmed your Box Tops. It was a tremendous help and gave the Minions extra time to throw a karaoke party. Singing Minions everywhere!</span></div>
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At the end of October the Minions will have to ship all the Box Tops collected since June in order for MPA to receive a rewards check. Rewards checks are only sent to schools twice a year so it's important to send in as many Box Tops you have saved up at home by October 24th. Please send clipped Box Tops in a Ziploc bag or sealed envelope with your child's name, their teacher's name and grade. It would also help if you wrote "Boy" or "Girl" as some children have gender-neutral names. There is a collection bin on each floor at school. Please help us out by trimming the Box Tops as best as you can. The 5 minutes this takes you at home saves the Minions hours of trimming time.</div>
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10/17 - Thursday - Pasta hot lunch </div>
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10/25 - Picture Day; Fall Festival for MPA families</div>
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11/1 - Friday - NO SCHOOL - parent/teacher conferences</div>
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11/2 - Saturday - NASA Young Astronaut Day</div>
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11/14 - Thursday - MPA parent book club, 4:30</div>
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<b>Browns Visit MPA to Kick Off Food Drive</b></div>
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Students learn about the importance of breakfast, and giving back to the community</div>
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Our thanks go out to the members of the Cleveland Browns organization who took time to visit MPA on Tuesday. If you weren't on hand to see the event, you can see highlights from the event on the Browns' website <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001zPD9td93AbdrVVhsTs1CKHOVtMjHrgY9i8Kapkzn5y6-oz_AVd1uKOEV-MSXFqkGFKi5q06yR6kEHLXvmOZO63-xMzqviO_G8A33AnEKXn2T1m-SWwnjDldqhaIKTeTTvYOo5KfxBioQl4if2qYFbSe-cSZU4rPd91ZrP4hAV9gS5xXizxGOL4eC7A-QmOcscnF-9UsxztfhfryVtienIA9ReLZr6svcp9I-_n6pc0UgxDq6YA3PjJnGT9O7t796XB7QyXT7GfLmiXCm-OxoxVc1AkKmTy7LctpLtK_QUyGfhHcQP18UITfs13PS4ykuVWqeUJyPh5UA2DOS5W-JEY5wyU5OdbbELrMqt-El1dCshPxAtmMNQMnVi2HzEJuusGOFkrOB394_BQzuiIuzjQJbKoRYQwP8VuejHzvI09JwVWNq7zcQNk_4oGNZVrdLBAzYHZ4_sVU=&c=BTVpTpobOVkcZLbVjLs-65PgdAY6ztcNNha56drQ76BIYSnA8ljYVw==&ch=JZV9w81EgJ28SYOrSxmLtqhoFMUvpAbEM_Q9Hx_OLr4GsIAK1Jf2Yw==" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: blue; outline: 0px;" target="_blank">here</a>. </div>
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<span style="font-size: 10pt;">This event was designed to promote the November 3-15 "ceREAL" Food Drive for the Cleveland Foodbank. Schools earn points for all donations: 1 point for each box of cereal donated, and 4 points for each $1 donation.</span></div>
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At the end of the drive, the top point-earning school will select 100 students to go an an exclusive trip to FirstEnergy Stadium, Home of the Cleveland Browns on Tuesday, November 26!<span style="font-size: 10pt;"> </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10pt;">Watch this space in future newsletters to learn more about how you can donate to this worthy cause!</span></div>
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Speaking of the Browns, they have a home game this Sunday, 10/13. The <a href="" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: #2862c5; outline: 0px; text-decoration: underline;">video</a> from Tuesday's ceREAL Browns/FoodBank kickoff is to play on the big screen, so what a great day to be in the MPA stand!</div>
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Thanks to everyone who worked the last game. Our gross sales were over $18k! This is directly related to the fact that we had a fully-staffed stand. </div>
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For this week, we have 12 volunteers signed up so far. We need 4 more to set us up for the best success. Click here to volunteer: <a href="" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: #2862c5; outline: 0px; text-decoration: underline;">https://menloparkacademycleveland.bringit.bz/public/c464a5</a> </div>
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<span style="color: white;"><b>Young Rembrandts K-6th After School Program</b></span></div>
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Popular program returns; session begins Tuesday, October 22nd</div>
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Young Rembrandts teaches drawing with a see-touch-do method that all kids can succeed with, learn from and love! Watch your child reach a brand new level of confidence and potential with this engaging, award-winning program. </div>
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Classes will be held Tuesdays, from 3:20-4:20pm, beginning October 22nd. The session runs for 6 weeks, and costs $57. More information on the program can be found <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001zPD9td93AbdrVVhsTs1CKHOVtMjHrgY9i8Kapkzn5y6-oz_AVd1uKOEV-MSXFqkGFCZp29kzCd7nXH-BqZk12g6TIAsOomHl658TbG5rD1t0oZzKbX8uQ8_k9h-o-qWkrCPUjKUVYPvZYVDOwsysvQdNFz8upFoL7kqZSEGInhqEqB0UUxTnRdgLFaqmOSJOCCyKIX-ArjYfXxoMNxOgShtWC4pTzEPC0rGp5ybCDY-FKpWQC6_PPw28lPl30j_JM-Qp0Tu3OvqjWfUTvKmULH8Hp_FnuBPqzJbwfWlOjFiTnIhC204RseJzZlo6llx1pr__aySGs00__VC1jpgG7g-jeXlSZ_AmcxR-Bd9SWwyVEz9JPV4DybH44NfV1Y-jOFltpTsL8V9sc5Pux5U2CA==&c=BTVpTpobOVkcZLbVjLs-65PgdAY6ztcNNha56drQ76BIYSnA8ljYVw==&ch=JZV9w81EgJ28SYOrSxmLtqhoFMUvpAbEM_Q9Hx_OLr4GsIAK1Jf2Yw==" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: white; outline: 0px;" target="_blank">here</a>.</div>
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Enroll your child at <span style="font-size: 10pt;">www.youngrembrandts.com/neo or </span><span style="font-size: 10pt;">call 440.979.1ART (1278). </span></div>
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<b>Picture Day is Friday, October 25th</b></div>
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Flyers on picture day will be coming home today (Thursday 10/10). Can't wait to order?<br /><br />You can order directly online by<br />1. going to: <a href="" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: #2862c5; outline: 0px; text-decoration: underline;">mylifetouch.com</a><br />2. You will enter picture day ID: WP903171Y0<br />3. Order and print the receipt to give to the photographer on picture day.<br /><br /><div>
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<br />Please remember to send your child to school in MPA standard uniform attire. No dress down allowed on that day!</div>
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<span style="color: white; font-size: 10pt;">The week leading up the to Fall Festival and the week prior to Halloween, 8th graders will be selling pumpkins in school for $5.00 each! Be on the look out for more information. Proceeds will help support the Washington DC field trip. </span></div>
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<strong>Halloween 2013 - Schedule of Activities</strong></div>
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Are you ready for a spook-tacular celebration? MPA's Halloween events will be held on Thursday, 10/31/2013. Here's the schedule of everything that's going on that day:</div>
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<li>8:15-12:05 pm Pumpkin carving contest voting</li>
<li>8:30-9:15 am Group and Upper school costumes judged in the gym</li>
<li>9:30-10:50 am Scheduled visits to lower school classroom for costume judging</li>
<li>10:50-12:30 normal lunch periods; special lunch with Mrs. B-W</li>
<li>12:30-1pm Upper school room parents setup for party in gym - all things to the edges to accommodate assemblies</li>
<li>1-1:25pm K-4 Lower school assembly in the gym, costume contest awards pumpkin carving contest awards. Lower school room parents setup classrooms.</li>
<li>1:25-1:30 K-4 Lower school exit gym and parade through upper floor ending into their classrooms. Lower school parties start.</li>
<li>1:30-2pm 5-8 Upper school assembly in the gym; costume contest awards, pumpkin carving contest awards</li>
<li>2-2:45pm Upper school party in the gym. Lower school parties continue in each classroom.</li>
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<span style="font-size: 9pt;">Students may wear their costumes to school but please keep in mind that they are required to function in their normal activities (walk up and down stairs safely, sit in their desks, use the bathroom independently)</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 9pt;">No weapons or anything that could remotely be used as a weapon, no violent or gory costumes, no masks, no lewd or revealing costumes. Keep in mind that we have younger students in the building so no scary costumes please.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: 9pt;">Prizes will be awarded in the following categories:</span><br /><ul style="list-style-image: initial; list-style-position: initial; margin: 1em 0px; padding: 0px 0px 0px 40px;">
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Remember, our judges will be looking for creativity, interesting use of materials, artistic merit ... And great ideas of course! </div>
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<strong>Saturday, November 2</strong></div>
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NASA Glenn is offering a hands-on science and engineering program from 10:00am to 3:00pm on November 2. Kids will have an opportunity to team with their fellow MPA students to compete in events such as:</div>
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MPA has one team for each division. Twelve children will be allowed to compete in Pilots and Twelve in Commanders. We will accept names until Wednesday, October 16th. On that date, we will draw names to select the groups.</div>
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If your child is eager and available to participate or if you have any questions please contact Bobbi Kibbey: <a href="" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="outline: 0px; text-decoration: underline;">kibbeyb@yahoo.com</a>. Provide your child's name and grade.<span style="font-size: 10pt;"> </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10pt;">The 8th Graders of Menlo Park Academy invite you and your family to a <strong>FALL FESTIVAL Fundraiser</strong>to Help Raise Money for Our Trip to Washington, D.C.</span></div>
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Friday, October 25, 2013 5:30-8:30 pm St. Mel Hall</div>
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<span style="font-size: 10pt;">ADMISSION: $5.00 -Includes dinner of pizza, popcorn and unlimited drinks. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10pt;">$25.00 max/family and </span><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Game tickets will be available for sale at the festival.</span></div>
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<b>Girls Rocket to the Lead in Box Tops Battle</b></div>
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What a week it was for submitting Box Tops for the girls! As of October 4th the girls have sent in 1,909 Box Tops. 1,269 of those Box Tops were sent in last week. Way to rally, gals! The boys' total is 1,226. The Minions are full of excitement wondering what will happen this week. Minion Carl wanted to give an extra "Ba ba ba ba ba Banana" shout out to Amy Z. who submitted 481 Box Tops last week and to Alex L. for having the best trimmed Box Tops a few weeks ago.</div>
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At the end of October the Minions will have to ship all the Box Tops collected since June in order for MPA to receive a rewards check. Rewards checks are only sent to schools twice a year so it's important to send in as many Box Tops you have saved up at home by the end of October. Last Friday the Minions received a large amount of Box Tops from the St. Mel's church collection bin. These Box Tops are still being trimmed and counted but once that is complete we'll let you know how either the Boys or Girls could win this total to add to their tally.</div>
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Please send clipped Box Tops in a Ziploc bag or sealed envelope with your child's name, their teacher's name and grade. It would also help if you wrote "Boy" or "Girl" as some children have gender-neutral names. There is a collection bin on each floor at school. Please help us out by trimming the Box Tops as best as you can. The 5 minutes this takes you at home saves the Minions hours of trimming time.</div>
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<strong>Automated Alert System Comes to MPA</strong><br /><br />One Call Now!<div>
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10/8 - Tuesday - Browns ceREAL Food Drive Kickoff Event; Corn Dog hot lunch</div>
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10/9 - Wednesday - Unity/Anti-bullying day - students should wear orange</div>
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10/10 - Thursday - School Day Volunteer Training at 8:15am; Pizza hot lunch; MPA parent book club at 4:30pm</div>
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10/22 - Tuesday - Young Rembrandts after school program begins</div>
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10/25 - Picture Day; Fall Festival for MPA families</div>
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11/2 - Saturday - NASA Young Astronaut Day</div>
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11/14 - Thursday - MPA parent book club, 4:30</div>
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MPA's Bowl-A-Rama is this Sunday, October 6th from 3-5 pm at Fairview Lanes! Please send in your RSVP form by the end of the school day this Friday! Tickets are only $5 per person and include 2 hours of bowling, shoe rental, snacks and good times! Please contact <a href="" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="outline: 0px; text-decoration: underline;">boosters@menloparkacademy.com</a> with any questions. <span style="font-size: 10pt;">Click <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001afoBZ5rLy_2DPrrlEI92FGyHljDr81QtADYYJ59ZIJOweIUSCnIudv9BAqs5xm6ucxdYELcKolxsb5XJnMgeiJX8QW3JcP3KkFDS3O_roHFu8G0iQbedb9Gjdy-8CdihgUm9X4FiAdmgEarxFsKZwAv0D2ltvnXv6flOlsUBDgHOFRNWzGRyg70zrSNGAL3Mnd6b03hgFN_juNn2gRq5kTquWbFCJ-2WcBQS53K58QX_i3lvheqmYx9hdCaDdmTj0WtqtiQD2S9J9ynqWadRppTeYlZ4BQy1aGfF47NO8NiJjtfCCim2XA5xJYHjeLT659TQCVD_SIjM0Fg8EDV7uvsRzF8WscZtFV2yx6u3_qs9PMdJ3FJd8ONHwC0Gg9aYQXvaw5COPs2vDjtfgsMtjw==&c=eI2u2dEuyksR8jd0ZiLaIlJtS5Lv8vUdS67-FoScjZMVo2bmUcdhbQ==&ch=oZysnfkYIXt-EOWethSbsgfdwxo9tbk5csVNr05Kui3xpLdmwnND9A==" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: white; outline: 0px;" target="_blank">here</a> for the full flyer and reservation form. </span><span style="font-size: 10pt;"> </span></div>
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Reading OAA will be held October 7 and 8 <span style="font-size: 10pt;"> </span><span style="font-size: 10pt;"> </span></div>
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Third grade parents, welcome to the world of mandatory testing! Students in grades K-3 participated in the GRADE reading diagnostic in September. This testing is required by ODE and helps us to determine specific learning needs of MPA students. Your child's scores will be reviewed with you during Parent/Teacher conferences in November.</div>
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<b>Browns to Visit MPA to Kick Off Food Drive</b></div>
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Menlo Park Academy has been selected as the kick off school for the Brown's ceREAL food drive with the Cleveland Foodbank. Browns players as well as the mascot will be on campus for an afternoon assembly. Wear your Browns gear to make the team members feel welcome and celebrate their winning games! </div>
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<span style="font-size: 10pt;">As part of the event at our school, all students and staff need to complete a waiver allowing the Browns to film and use the footage to promote the ceREAL drive. Waivers came home yesterday with students. You may also click <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001afoBZ5rLy_2DPrrlEI92FGyHljDr81QtADYYJ59ZIJOweIUSCnIudv9BAqs5xm6uqHrKSx4ZrBGrHVph7du5dNoOzavb18hZNWWQ51cUg4fiQh2jajx0_K1IeywfCNFpbsB8MMfVya34VJymqKx6yde7zDvTkJtm-d_Wd6G201Fr8n_Iz2lh0yj8NIE2ff5UAehIIKr4-xqQWVHCenCYsZYYhIshA7uZ1g11My_1RL0k-PNeVzBQK2MNoQlgmVCRt8e6ksanWBJHicWYncuIAbdrDCXTFExqzsfScud5dVf5M50Rd7uINjzzQB4m94dvRmmcJ0g3fE4mU0SAJUfmWU-LsMcUqwlP4voc1aLWM9idAGm7O8izwg==&c=eI2u2dEuyksR8jd0ZiLaIlJtS5Lv8vUdS67-FoScjZMVo2bmUcdhbQ==&ch=oZysnfkYIXt-EOWethSbsgfdwxo9tbk5csVNr05Kui3xpLdmwnND9A==" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: blue; outline: 0px;" target="_blank">HERE </a>for another copy. <span style="text-decoration: underline;">Any students without a signed waiver will be unable to attend the assembly. We will have an alternate activity for them.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10pt;">Students in all grades will have a chance to participate in the assembly rather than just observing. Students in grades K-3 will all be placed in a random drawing to participate. Students in grades 5-8 must write a two-paragraph essay about how the student demonstrates exemplary role model behavior (now or for improved performance). Students who complete this essay and have teacher approval/signoff that all the students' assignments are up to date will be entered in the drawing to participate. Students must turn these items in to Mr. Kennedy by Monday, October 7 to have their names added.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10pt;"><br /><span style="font-size: 10pt;">This event kicks off the November 3-15 "ceREAL" Food Drive for the Cleveland Foodbank. Schools earn points for all donations: 1 point for each box of cereal donated, and 4 points for each $1 donation.</span></span></div>
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At the end of the drive, the top point-earning school will select 100 students to go an an exclusive trip to FirstEnergy Stadium, Home of the Cleveland Browns on Tuesday, November 26!<span style="font-size: 10pt;"> </span></div>
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<b>UNITY/Anti-Bullying Day</b></div>
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Wednesday, October 9th - show your support and wear orange!</div>
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As part of our character education program, all MPA students will be celebrating UNITY/Anti-Bullying Day on Wednesday, October 9th. Students and staff are encouraged to wear orange that day to promote school unity. There will also be activities focused on anti-bullying throughout the day. </div>
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Also, that day students in grades 5-8 will participate in an interactive assembly with their advisory teachers with a focus on positive relationship building and standing up for others. </div>
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<b>School Day Support Volunteer Training</b></div>
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Additional session added Thursday, Oct. 10 at 8:15am</div>
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Wanted: help with School Day Support - <span style="font-size: 10pt;">Lunch, Recess, Field Trips, Electives, and much more!</span></div>
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<strong style="color: #e71d02; font-size: 12pt;">Parent Volunteers Needed </strong></div>
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Each MPA Middle School Advisory class has chosen a Community Service Learning Project to work on together. They are learning about their program through class instruction, guest speakers, and field trips. <span style="font-size: 10pt; text-decoration: underline;">To make these projects successful, we need volunteers for the field trips.</span></div>
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To sign up to volunteer for one of the filed trips below (<span style="text-decoration: underline;">You don't have to be a middle school parent to volunteer!!</span>) please contact Jennifer Ingraham <a href="" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: #2862c5; outline: 0px; text-decoration: underline;">330-441-1465. </a><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Help give back to our community!</span></div>
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<strong>Thursday Oct 10th 9am-1:30pm</strong></div>
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Cuyahoga Valley National Park: help clear non-native plants from the park (2 still needed)</div>
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<strong>Wednesday Oct 16th 10am-12:30pm</strong></div>
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Adopt-A-Beach: Edgewater clean up (1 still needed)</div>
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<b>Pizza and Prizes for Grades K-4</b></div>
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A positive behavior support initiative from Mrs. B-W and Mr. Kennedy</div>
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Medallions are back for 2013-2014! Students will receive medallions throughout the day to reinforce positive behaviors (kindness, patience, etc.). These medallions will be collected in tally jars by homeroom teachers. Every other Friday the class with the most medallions will earn a pizza lunch with Mrs. B-W or Mr. Kennedy where they will play bingo for fabulous prizes. Students will then be able to add the medallions earned to their backpack chains.</div>
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<b>Young Rembrandts K-6th After School Program</b></div>
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Popular program returns; session begins Tuesday, October 22nd</div>
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Young Rembrandts teaches drawing with a see-touch-do method that all kids can succeed with, learn from and love! Watch your child reach a brand new level of confidence and potential with this engaging, award-winning program. </div>
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Classes will be held Tuesdays, from 3:20-4:20pm, beginning October 22nd. The session runs for 6 weeks, and costs $57. More information on the program can be found <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001afoBZ5rLy_2DPrrlEI92FGyHljDr81QtADYYJ59ZIJOweIUSCnIudv9BAqs5xm6uE0hxP08p2uJ6nmwvdPwLYY4tL3HSkp5gaigAApwfNsj5Cs-n9eIu0g97ixmE72sxIH__jtmp3hGX1e-T65uSTG0Q9D5g2G4-S7xbwZYM-64yFNS7riABCVnPV7ZGPCHVM0LXGPrKdON6ai1GvC52Po3m7j_GBgA9EhCVG4R4XtK_lSMdVMQFVyDu2aGVtSsLKq202OLCE-s1U17OAMHpImw2Gzb8MOah3Hfwib_hDxhmxIsUUjg5sq8JeNqo3rJPL13sOo57AY2h-vsL1k6pe3Sj47pz2J3CbcpZZI3yqH4IOJ5grqLJ-nBfdmBPzbAcFNSsp2oQsakedFGcyr4EPQ==&c=eI2u2dEuyksR8jd0ZiLaIlJtS5Lv8vUdS67-FoScjZMVo2bmUcdhbQ==&ch=oZysnfkYIXt-EOWethSbsgfdwxo9tbk5csVNr05Kui3xpLdmwnND9A==" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: black; outline: 0px;" target="_blank">here</a>.</div>
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Enroll your child at <span style="font-size: 10pt;">www.youngrembrandts.com/neo or </span><span style="font-size: 10pt;">call 440.979.1ART (1278). </span></div>
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<span style="color: white;"><b>10/25/2013 - Fall Festival - Save the Date!</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: white;"><strong>The 8th grade class will be hosting a Fall Festival on October 25th!</strong></span> <span style="color: white;">A pumpkin carving contest will also be a part of the festivities on October 31. More information coming soon.</span></div>
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<span style="color: white;"><strong>Pumpkins</strong></span></div>
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<span style="color: white;">The week leading up the to Fall Festival and the week prior to Halloween, 8th graders will be selling pumpkins in school for $5.00 each! Be on the look out for more information. Proceeds will help support the Washington DC field trip. </span></div>
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<b>Boys' Basketball Team Rosters Announced</b></div>
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A record 29 kids tried out for the MPA Boys Basketball program in our third season. All of the prospective players showed heart, skills, and determination. Unfortunately, in the world of basketball, not everyone can make the team. So, without further ado, congratulations to the Varsity and Junior Varsity Team members for the 2013-2014 school year:</div>
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<span style="text-decoration: underline;">Varsity Team Members: </span><span style="font-size: 10pt;"> Zack P.(Team Captain), </span><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Marshall M., </span><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Sam Z., </span><span style="font-size: 10pt;">David McD., </span><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Jaylon O., </span><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Charlie C., </span><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Patrick O'M., </span><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Ethan S., </span><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Sam P.</span></div>
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<span style="text-decoration: underline;">Junior Varsity Team Members:</span><span style="font-size: 10pt;"> Hunter C. (Team Co-Captain), </span><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Jacob L. (Team Co-Captain), </span><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Matthew H. (Team Co-Captain), </span><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Miles M., </span><span style="font-size: 10pt;">John H., </span><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Talon B., </span><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Dylan C., </span><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Jacob D., </span><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Logan C., </span><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Jack H., </span><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Alex G., </span><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Ben R.</span></div>
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<span style="text-decoration: underline;">Junior Varsity 4th grade Mentor Team:</span><span style="font-size: 10pt;"> Brendan A., </span><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Laith W., </span><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Magnus G.</span></div>
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<strong>Automated Alert System Comes to MPA</strong><br /><br />One Call Now!<div>
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Menlo Park is going to utilize One Call Now to alert MPA families of late breaking news, school cancellations, and special invitations. If you would like to update your information, please visit: <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001afoBZ5rLy_2DPrrlEI92FGyHljDr81QtADYYJ59ZIJOweIUSCnIudv9BAqs5xm6uUKlA5q07huVKud_cT0mmseoEtoCnIHIvqsy7kvSReJgWWZ1UbzuabUlzr3nzjhlmKJHkCXhzNMPSwdUwf8FUP9LQxoH_fyc-H5qNKUYjaBcXfDYWo645QKQrKFMFgsuZKoNjdzID7k9243ON4VT-3J1y6H1Tfk-JZE1_fujLVWr1gQWyg8ywfrzmhuakwbcuPYztyiIzJTiKR482_3W9_TSb8SopeaFbeKLqthzgL3JGtk1-9GhecH9a4KfreMRHqYZl0C0LR-C_DA4H_aDXyBEcrHZqAaSvsPH2Aminw9gxCSKTovrQ5w==&c=eI2u2dEuyksR8jd0ZiLaIlJtS5Lv8vUdS67-FoScjZMVo2bmUcdhbQ==&ch=oZysnfkYIXt-EOWethSbsgfdwxo9tbk5csVNr05Kui3xpLdmwnND9A==" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: #2862c5; outline: 0px;" target="_blank">MPA Emergency Alert System</a> You will have the option to opt-in to receive text messages, and also the option to opt-out of all communications, at the end of the message.</div>
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Please contact Lynn Wilson if you have any questions about the <span style="font-size: 10pt;">One Call Now emergency alert system.</span></div>
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<a href="mailto:lynn.wilson@menloparkacademy.com" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: #2862c5; outline: 0px;" target="_blank" ymailto="mailto:lynn.wilson@menloparkacademy.com">lynn.wilson@menloparkacademy.com</a> </div>
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<b>21st Annual Young Astronaut Day at NASA Glenn</b></div>
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NASA Glenn is offering a hands-on science and engineering program from 10:00am to 3:00pm on November 2. Kids will have an opportunity to team with their fellow MPA students to compete in events such as:</div>
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Pilots (grades 1 - 6)</div>
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MPA has one team for each division. Twelve children will be allowed to compete in Pilots and Twelve in Commanders. We will accept names until Wednesday, October 16th. On that date, we will draw names to select the groups.</div>
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If your child is eager and available to participate or if you have any questions please contact Bobbi Kibbey: <a href="" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: #2862c5; outline: 0px; text-decoration: underline;">kibbeyb@yahoo.com</a>. Provide your child's name and grade.<span style="font-size: 10pt;"> </span></div>
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Plan Ahead, Skiers and Snowboarders! </div>
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<span style="font-size: 14pt;">Ski Club will be back beginning in January</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10pt;">Skadi Ski Club will be back on the slopes of Boston Mills on Saturdays from 4pm-8pm beginning in January. Club membership includes weekly skiing, five lessons, four extra passes for only $10 each and rentals if you choose. Please visit </span><a href="" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="font-size: 10pt; outline: 0px; text-decoration: underline;">http://www.bmbw.com/club_ program.html</a><span style="font-size: 10pt;"> for more information or contact Kari Basiewicz at </span><a href="" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="font-size: 10pt; outline: 0px; text-decoration: underline;">Kbasiewicz@yahoo.com</a><span style="font-size: 10pt;">. Online registration is now open! Please visit <a href="" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="outline: 0px; text-decoration: underline;">BMBW.com</a> and go to Groups and Clubs on the top then Join a Club on the left side and sign up. See you on the slopes!</span></div>
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As of Sept 26th, the boys have a total of 877 box tops & the girls have a total of 640. Keep those box tops coming in, folks - and please, Please, PLEASE make sure you trim them! The box top sorters and counters are suffering from "scissor burn" from all the trimming they have to do each week!</div>
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10/1 - Tuesday - Mac N Cheese hot lunch</div>
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10/2 - Wednesday - Girls' Basketball program info meeting (6pm)</div>
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10/3 - Thursday - Sloppy Joe hot lunch</div>
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10/6 - Sunday - Boosters' Bowl-A-Rama at Fairview Lanes, 3pm</div>
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10/9 - Unity/Anti-bullying day - students should wear orange</div>
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Each MPA Middle School Advisory class has chosen a Community Service Learning Project to work on together. They are learning about their program through class instruction, guest speakers, and field trips. <span style="font-size: 10pt; text-decoration: underline;">To make these projects successful, we need volunteers for the field trips.</span></div>
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<strong>Thursday Oct 10th 9am-1:30pm</strong></div>
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Cuyahoga Valley National Park: help clear non-native plants from the park (4)</div>
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<strong>Wednesday Oct 16th 10am-12:30pm</strong></div>
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Adopt-A-Beach: Edgewater clean up (4)</div>
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<strong>Thursday Oct 24th 9:30am-1:00pm</strong></div>
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Medwish: sort recovered and recycled medical supplies to be shipped for humanitarian aid in developing countries (1)</div>
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SC4K: Shoes & Clothes 4 Kids unpacking, sorting and packing clothing for distribution at warehouse (1)</div>
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Daytime delivery Lutheran Metro Ministry 2100 Lakeside Men's Shelter: deliver collected items to shelter (1)</div>
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Students in the Archaeology Elective for grades 2/3 are creating a culture and artifacts for a simulated dig. The following items are needed for donation:</div>
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<b>Kindergarten Juice and Jokes with Mrs. BW</b></div>
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Beginning September 30th, Mrs. B-W will be meeting with small groups of Kindergarteners from 8:00-8:30. The Juice & Jokes sessions are an opportunity for students to get to know the director better and promote MPA's Positive Behavior Supports. Kindergarten parents, watch for more information when it's your child's turn to participate.</div>
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After a successful introduction last year, Brag Tags are back! Students in grades K-4 are encouraged to compliment peers on positive interactions and post brag tags on the hallway bulletin boards. Brag tags must be teacher approved before posting. All students receiving brag tags will be recognized on Friday mornings.</div>
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Don't miss your chance to mingle with other MPA families at our upcoming Bowl-A-Rama on Sunday, October 6th at Fairview Lanes from 3-5 pm. Space is limited so make sure to send your forms/payments in ASAP. Cost is $5 per person and includes 2 hours of bowling, shoe rental, snacks and beverages. </div>
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Wednesday, October 9th - show your support and wear orange!</div>
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As part of our character education program, all MPA students will be celebrating UNITY/Anti-Bullying Day on Wednesday, October 9th. Students and staff are encouraged to wear orange that day to promote school unity. There will also be activities focused on anti-bullying throughout the day. </div>
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An update from the Minion Clipping Department </div>
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<span style="font-size: 10pt;">Minions Phil & Carl have been busy counting Box Tops labels. As of Sept 17th it's the BOYS that have taken the lead with a total of 286 Box Tops. The girls have submitted a total of 160. Keep sending in those Box Tops! Next week Minions Jorge & Dave will be tallying Box Tops. Apparently Minion Dave likes to sing "Ba ba ba ba ba Banana" while he counts Box Tops. This should be interesting!</span></div>
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Make sure that the Box Tops you send in are not expired and have been trimmed. Last week the Minions had to toss 52 expired Box Tops. Minion Carl also had his hand cramp up for a few minutes while trimming the labels.</div>
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<span style="font-size: 22pt;"><b>10/25/2013 - Fall Festival - Save the Date!</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>The 8th grade class will be hosting a Fall Festival on October 25th!</strong></span> <span style="font-size: 10pt;">A pumpkin carving contest will also be a part of the festivities on October 31. More information coming soon.</span></div>
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The week leading up the to Fall Festival and the week prior to Halloween, 8th graders will be selling pumpkins in school for $5.00 each! Be on the look out for more information. Proceeds will help support the Washington DC field trip. </div>
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<strong>Automated Alert System Comes to MPA</strong><br /><br />One Call Now!<div>
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Menlo Park is going to utilize One Call Now to alert MPA families of late breaking news, school cancellations, and special invitations. If you would like to update your information, please visit: <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001b2YQMffvLtX6W6jkT4_LZzIv_-gEkOZ9i4my4lz_eK4_sHLDgCQRfCNJayXrNRPSRT8DtSbtiE5aOMFXF6uwufQqnOp79RptlVUY3SqC_npzwC6J630_E50cljMVEofee7N6_fZtJsNd49VY-l61oapVnqq6QbwgLC18u_PWHVzUk-2w2qYq4esivnGapZ-CvGp2jAu33xGfct-3PFwQx5U_cIrYh7cllQHvIkJFV8TJEwt0suqaXgxbsXPw02y0dPoLKsthdwR3mCQijHUq1MoraQGZw-ln_yWZ1dAHBqnRM0gWYRsIw2Pbx4H4HuG2lEfym1FmJwc4zsNcEIcilWR9O1yjNUL4b7ZYdCpHOvyPizPkRjBOQz29m4str84M&c=9YL1VUCSAhPw6niNLYG36m41Be0ZiHQ2HUJ4SmrFAQIh1i8IFu4tbQ==&ch=DPSoEIj8Z0v3Pn8s0mp2rT2-QBT38WTc-b74ay5N2w2eDNpkvjZcAg==" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: #2862c5; outline: 0px;" target="_blank">MPA Emergency Alert System</a> You will have the option to opt-in to receive text messages, and also the option to opt-out of all communications, at the end of the message.</div>
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Please contact Lynn Wilson if you have any questions about the <span style="font-size: 10pt;">One Call Now emergency alert system.</span></div>
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<b>21st Annual Young Astronaut Day at NASA Glenn</b></div>
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NASA Glenn is offering a hands-on science and engineering program from 10:00am to 3:00pm on November 2. Kids will have an opportunity to team with their fellow MPA students to compete in events such as:</div>
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MPA has one team for each division. Twelve children will be allowed to compete in Pilots and Twelve in Commanders. We will accept names until Wednesday, October 16th. On that date, we will draw names to select the groups.</div>
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If your child is eager and available to participate or if you have any questions please contact Bobbi Kibbey: <a href="" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: #2862c5; outline: 0px; text-decoration: underline;">kibbeyb@yahoo.com</a>. Provide your child's name and grade.<span style="font-size: 10pt;"> </span></div>
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7:15-7:45 Curriculum Overview/General Meeting in Cafetorium</div>
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Menlo Park Academy is pleased to offer students in grades K-8 the exciting opportunity to learn and play the game of chess. No previous experience necessary - students start at their own level.</div>
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Instruction provided by Progress with Chess, a local non-profit organization with chess programs over 40 area schools and recreation centers. Sessions will include interactive lessons and structured open play in a supportive environment. Come join the fun! The session begins Friday, September 20, and runs through December 13 (10 weeks). </div>
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Don't miss your chance to mingle with other MPA families at our upcoming Bowl-A-Rama on Sunday, October 6th at Fairview Lanes from 3-5 pm. Space is limited so make sure to send your forms/payments in ASAP. Cost is $5 per person and includes 2 hours of bowling, shoe rental, snacks and beverages. </div>
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Skadi Ski Club will be back on the slopes of Boston Mills on Saturdays from 4pm-8pm beginning in January. Club membership includes weekly skiing, five lessons, four extra passes for only $10 each and rentals if you choose. Please visit <a href="" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: #2862c5; outline: 0px; text-decoration: underline;">http://www.bmbw.com/club_ program.html</a> for more information or contact Kari Basiewicz at <a href="" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: #2862c5; outline: 0px; text-decoration: underline;">Kbasiewicz@yahoo.com</a>. See you on the slopes. </div>
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All labels can be put in the Box Tops for Education collection bins located on both floors at MPA. Please be sure to label your bag with the student name, grade, teacher, and whether they are a boy or girl (in case of gender-neutral names). And don't forget to check the tally board in the school hallway to see whether the boys or girls are ahead this month!</div>
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This week we'd like to recognize the volunteers who have helped get the mobile library cart up and running this year. They include: Amy Hogg, Kelly Payne, Susan Mason, Tricia Barney and Janie Zell. Whether they came in over the summer to cull our library books down to the "best of the best," wheeled the cart from classroom to classroom, or helped students find just the right book, all of these volunteers have helped encourage our young readers. Thank you!</div>
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Interested in meeting some fellow parents of gifted students, and exploring some of the rewards (and pitfalls) to raising a gifted child? Join the parent-led book discussion group, which meets on the second Tuesday of each month.</div>
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Facilitator: Dr. David Silverberg<br />Time: 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM<br />Location: MPA Counseling Office, 2nd Floor<br />Book: A Parent's Guide to Gifted Children, Webb, Gore, Amend, DeVries (2007) </div>
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10/10 Chapter 1. Defining Giftedness<div style="padding: 0px;">
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11/14 Chapter 3. Communication: The Key to Relationships<div style="margin-left: 60px; padding: 0px;">
Chapter 4. Motivation, Enthusiasm, and Underachievement</div>
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12/12 Chapter 5. Establishing Discipline and Teaching Self-Management<div style="margin-left: 60px; padding: 0px;">
Chapter 6. Intensity, Perfectionism, and Stress</div>
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<span style="color: #e71d02;"><strong>Celebrating MPA Students <img align="right" border="0" height="80" hspace="5" name="ACCOUNT.IMAGE.113" src="http://ih.constantcontact.com/fs107/1102482426683/img/113.jpg" style="border: 0px;" vspace="5" width="87" /></strong></span><br /><br />Congratulations to MPA 4th grader Brendan A., who has been accepted into The Singing Angels reserve chorus. Brendan has enjoyed music and piano classes for four years. This is his first year with The Singing Angels. Bravo, Brendan!</div>
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School Digger ranked Menlo Park Academy as the <span style="color: white;"><strong>#1 school district</strong></span> in Ohio! Click <strong style="font-size: 10pt;"><a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001ywK0toeTg9dP1tA85PkM60EC_n8Mz2UbZ8pA8hsFAa768WF7TP7hwKkdg41uHWHtb3NamAWhPfgN2QV1DzmDrJKlnF9KnSfWIIBvPxcFiRIa3fq6lsr9lr2ChqkfbbfpEO6BG0RnuTrTcyCxL_gP7TQf4snDu1W3Pg_GigWMY6ApEuDLpgfKEb0Wr5-HoLrXXkmOaB3WoysiAsMEBc9OBg==&c=YINzu2xJuNIC2pQ3kdzchYRjFAcA9MnsJpWMYIsIRcPg2Idn-m5s8A==&ch=o7HgK7Jz59VdG9PuiUJ3lomqOzzEwpM2Mq_c2suBXbfIKEMnVziKQw==" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: white; outline: 0px;" target="_blank">here</a></strong><span style="font-size: 10pt;"> for more details. Go MPA!</span></div>
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Ms. Harrison is one of the school's founders and has served on the Board since the summer of 2008. She is currently the Chair of the Board, and therefore is Chair of the Executive Committee as well as an ex-officio member of all other Board committees. </div>
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Teri has worked with non-profits for over 15 years. Most significantly she served as the General Advisor for her sorority's local collegiate chapter at Baldwin Wallace University for over 10 years. During that time she guided young women through leadership workshops, officer training sessions, and participated in several national training conferences. She currently serves as a national officer for ZTA. She has also served on the planning committee and led the volunteer team for the survivor's program at the Northeast Ohio Race for the Cure. </div>
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<span style="font-size: 10pt;">Teri spent over 10 years managing the messaging environment for a national law firm based in Cleveland, led a team of IT professionals for a large national bank for five years, and now works as a Messaging Design Engineer at Eaton. She holds a BSBA in Marketing and Computer Science from Ohio Northern University.</span></div>
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Teri grew up in Lakewood and Bay Village, Ohio and now resides in Avon with her husband Chris and 2 children - Lexi (8th) and Jackson (5th). The family also has 2 cats and a bunny rabbit. She enjoys watching her children's sporting events, photography, scrapbooking, and jewelry making. </div>
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<strong>Cartoon Character:</strong> Figment</div>
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<strong>Book:</strong> "Born to Rise" by <span style="font-size: 10pt;">Deborah Kenny and "Mind in the Making" by Ellen Galinsky are new favorites.</span></div>
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<strong>Meal:</strong> Salmon with teriyaki sauce or most any Japanese meal.</div>
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<strong>Music:</strong> She likes it all, but Rock & Pop rise to the top. </div>
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<strong>Sports Team:</strong>The <span style="color: #ff6600;"><strong>Cleveland Browns</strong></span><br />
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"My dad used to take us all the time as kids. Fond memories of cardboard on the concrete under our moon boots, plastic bags on our feet before the boots, and icicle eyelashes. Once you've been through that, how could you not love the team?"</div>
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Welcome back to school! We are thrilled to have all the smiling children back in the building, bringing it to life. We have begun year six with 350 students enrolled in grades K-8. </div>
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<span style="font-size: 10pt;">MPA is committed to the concept of continuous improvement. As we forge our way down the path of creating and refining our school's programs, we value the input of our community members. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10pt;">Thank you to those who completed our annual survey. We received a 46% return rate.</span><span style="font-size: 10pt;"> </span><span style="font-size: 10pt;">The results of this survey help form our annual Strategic Plan that drives our short and long-term goals and objectives.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10pt;">The most powerful statement is the number of parents who believe that overall, MPA provides an excellent education for all of its students. <strong>An amazing </strong></span><strong><span style="color: #00b0d4; font-size: 12pt;">94%</span><span style="font-size: 10pt;"> of respondents agreed. </span></strong></div>
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<strong><span style="color: #d83f00;">You can view a full summary of the results by clicking</span> <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001ywK0toeTg9dP1tA85PkM60EC_n8Mz2UbZ8pA8hsFAa768WF7TP7hwKkdg41uHWHtNyk9NvTlUvYHMrWZQ-3K2anxllzSOCrHBBJYv088c-wvElwkj_6azpF-SHKikBU5C_Xapo8UBvkztnBOgjA2o0KDhXj68uASj6-cx_CmbbE89e1_D2jM4wGkNcbamFv_3p3dAmIUK9hbxi0fPxwJ5FGgyJ1ykixuiSBP_IrFhAsO54cKlpJ9XAmeMdQJr_5r&c=YINzu2xJuNIC2pQ3kdzchYRjFAcA9MnsJpWMYIsIRcPg2Idn-m5s8A==&ch=o7HgK7Jz59VdG9PuiUJ3lomqOzzEwpM2Mq_c2suBXbfIKEMnVziKQw==" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: blue; outline: 0px;" target="_blank">here</a>.</strong> Thank you again for the time and energy that you contribute to MPA.</div>
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<span style="font-size: 10pt;">Do you have thoughts on how we can better engage our community? Send them to <a href="mailto:suggestions@menloparkacademy.com" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: blue; outline: 0px;" target="_blank" ymailto="mailto:suggestions@menloparkacademy.com">Suggestions@MenloParkAcademy.com</a>. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', Geneva; font-size: 10pt;">Four years ago when MPA moved to its current location and rented only the top floor, it was difficult to envision that by the 2013-2014 school year the school would be fully utilizing the entire building, have added two modular classrooms, and be considering how to gain even more space. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', Geneva; font-size: 10pt;">In an effort to find the best facility solution in an timely manner MPA has hired CBRE, a commercial real estate agency, to be our "Tenant Representative" in the search for a facility solution. CBRE will research all available options based on MPA's current and projected needs, including the current facility with improvements, and report to the MPA board and administration a recommendation for facilities beginning with the 2014-2015 school year.</span></div>
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On June 30, 2014 Governor Kasich signed the FY14 and FY15 state budgets into law. In the months leading up to the passage of the final bill there was much speculation as to its effects on community </div>
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<strong>The good news is that our funding has not been adversely affected.</strong> </div>
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The new budget replaces the old state foundation payment with the Opportunity Grant. Of note, the new formula includes funds earmarked to help pay for facilities and for early literacy. </div>
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While exact numbers using the Opportunity Grant formula have not been released, simulations created by the Legislative Service Commission show an expected net gain to MPA of $69,119 using June 2012 actual student numbers and funds. Adjusted for our targeted enrollment of 366 students, full day funding for all kindergarten students, and a projected significant increase in economically disadvantaged funds, MPA stands to see an even larger increase. Budgeting for 360 students, we anticipate total state funding of $2,406,543 compared to $1,674,843 in 2012 and $1,991,931 in 2013.<br />
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The federal sequester has had an adverse effect on both Title I and IDEA (Special Education) funding. While Title I funding is a new and minor portion of our funding (approximately $5,000 this year), MPA will see a 41% decrease in IDEA funds this year from $64,948 in 2013 to $38,173 in 2014. MPA remains committed to identifying and servicing the needs of all our students despite this significant drop in federal funding.</div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', Verdana, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Thank you to all of those in our MPA community who took the time to respond to the recent Development Survey. Through this input, the Development and Community Relations Committee (DCRC) has gained insights and preferences on the fundraising activities that occur throughout the school year. Based on this input, the DCRC is currently working to finalize this year's Annual Development Plan. Following are the highlights from the survey:</span></div>
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<li>More than half of the respondents to the Development Survey stated their preference that the number of fundraising events offered each year were three (3) or four (4) and the events that they are most likely to support are: Quiz Night, Online Auctions, 5k Run/Walk, Item Sales and a School Carnival. Currently, the following events are being considered and all need leadership and volunteer committee support: Quiz Night in November, Winter Concert in December, Walk-a-thon in March and possibly a Talent Show in April or May. The Item Sales and Browns Game Day volunteering will also continue.</li>
<li>The request for the demographic focus of events received an even split between family-focused functions where children are included and adult-only evenings; preferred costs were expressed at approximately $40 per person. With this input, both types of events are to be offered, with a commitment to lower ticket prices.</li>
<li>As many comments regarding the fundraising activities at school functions (such as Holiday Concerts) have been received, input on what to include was solicited. As more than<strong>60% of respondents agreed with these revenue enhancements,</strong> the live auction, silent auction and raffles will continue. Based on input learned through comments provided, plans are being discussed to streamline the presentation, including limiting the number of live auction items.</li>
<li>Lastly, the question on a school-wide celebration for the achievement of fundraising goals was posed and the response was positive. Based on this, work to exceed the annual fund goal and celebrate with students, parents and key stakeholders has begun.</li>
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Again, MANY thanks to all survey participants. <strong>Your feedback is helping build a fundraising plan based on consensus. </strong> Continued conversation is planned throughout the year, so your vital input is part of developing this critical philanthropic support for Menlo Park Academy.</div>
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<strong>JOIN US! </strong> Please consider utilizing your volunteer hours on the development team! Your help is needed at the <span style="color: #ff6600;"><strong><a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001ywK0toeTg9dP1tA85PkM60EC_n8Mz2UbZ8pA8hsFAa768WF7TP7hwNrZ21oiz3UfX2PmJ1dtl7vtUDSmnS-Y-br1CgstPVn-ItQA4_RTCfqLlWW-jPHI4K29WezU-QSJfuiVk5o3J1hZcDb2FvXKOfkWcF9X40ty1VUwoFOfbVBR9XRIiryIJra9YonGwBjNot_zGympc7wfUljGwL59edW6H4HbOdaL88iUUCZrleFWRoj66XRawQ==&c=YINzu2xJuNIC2pQ3kdzchYRjFAcA9MnsJpWMYIsIRcPg2Idn-m5s8A==&ch=o7HgK7Jz59VdG9PuiUJ3lomqOzzEwpM2Mq_c2suBXbfIKEMnVziKQw==" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: #ff6600; outline: 0px;" target="_blank">Browns Concession Stand </a></strong></span>and the Annual Fund and Special Event Committees. Email <a href="mailto:fundraiser@menloparkacademy.com" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: blue; outline: 0px;" target="_blank" ymailto="mailto:fundraiser@menloparkacademy.com">fundraiser@menloparkacademy.com</a> to join the Fundraising Team!</span></div>
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<span style="color: #ff6600; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', Geneva;"><b>OAA Results</b></span><span style="color: #214352; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', Geneva; font-size: 10pt;"> - The official results of the Ohio Achievement Assessment have been released. Many of you may have seen the <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001ywK0toeTg9dP1tA85PkM60EC_n8Mz2UbZ8pA8hsFAa768WF7TP7hwMqNj0NktBusU5mU27uaLhhZP-ZgtnJIZxyjCJ-j-bkeojATUf8e2PONBct4o29uuYV_tk6dRneNjMuB2QM8IAyMcmilxw7wxnCaRzcZtmuJBTFbsCX_Y8eq5-AwU5scEqfcpp-6aeE1F6gAKnsiN3oG97A8maZ_XIjHXA1Wyh1N_LdRo0s9Txhbryox_M1SJRSkSfqnqCoBLKwgeGeSZOE7IsiDFzKQiFiASiWmpvPT&c=YINzu2xJuNIC2pQ3kdzchYRjFAcA9MnsJpWMYIsIRcPg2Idn-m5s8A==&ch=o7HgK7Jz59VdG9PuiUJ3lomqOzzEwpM2Mq_c2suBXbfIKEMnVziKQw==" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: #ff6600; outline: 0px;" target="_blank">Plain Dealer article</a> </span><span style="color: #214352; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', Geneva; font-size: 10pt;">highlighting MPA's impressive performance. While we are not a school that "teaches to the test", it is always great to see our students perform well. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #214352; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', Geneva; font-size: 10pt;">The Ohio Department of Education (ODE) has implemented a new grading scale for the reporting, as well as grades for a Value-Add score. The value-added score is not easy to measure in a growing school like ours (measuring different students from year-to-year). It is also especially challenging for gifted students - see <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001ywK0toeTg9dP1tA85PkM60EC_n8Mz2UbZ8pA8hsFAa768WF7TP7hwMqNj0NktBusV1_ZMV4Ecroo9_o1uFnoQ0gPPjSR4cL2zOoQWWCzA8wo6l1OTOB-7W_j5mY5WgfGdy6Qm-4e73Isds-L2mhd4K8Fp0vwaJA1Ji8Ly3GyoiuyCCzuU7dlnxQ-qAETUO6x4Fv-2XcCX1lL_FWQ1OZJwSMoAeIEqxl3&c=YINzu2xJuNIC2pQ3kdzchYRjFAcA9MnsJpWMYIsIRcPg2Idn-m5s8A==&ch=o7HgK7Jz59VdG9PuiUJ3lomqOzzEwpM2Mq_c2suBXbfIKEMnVziKQw==" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: #214352; outline: 0px;" target="_blank">this link</a> for more information. </span><span style="color: #214352; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', Geneva; font-size: 10pt;">You can view our full report card on ODE's web site</span><a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001ywK0toeTg9dP1tA85PkM60EC_n8Mz2UbZ8pA8hsFAa768WF7TP7hwMqNj0NktBusVu4wt3iejcMm6zP42TsBy1z0skIXx3pPEHVeZUG-2DVJMebFd4PNvDKDetNHC3aoSwgSdFShLu5tcLWdqrzDDWJ7PwbCHN656v0c8AsNWfKtDJ0KSq6TuZarxjsuSpzbRwrmGEQLWbdmYhBAqrJrBZb7Bs5jPQjRVpUtaJ2e1Ghjucikj9YBiQ3xbiNESdE6&c=YINzu2xJuNIC2pQ3kdzchYRjFAcA9MnsJpWMYIsIRcPg2Idn-m5s8A==&ch=o7HgK7Jz59VdG9PuiUJ3lomqOzzEwpM2Mq_c2suBXbfIKEMnVziKQw==" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: #ff6600; font-size: 10pt; outline: 0px;" target="_blank">here</a><span style="color: #214352; font-size: 10pt;">. </span></div>
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<span id="yui_3_7_2_1_1379525800822_6764" style="color: black; font-size: 9pt;"><strong style="font-size: 9pt;">9/13</strong><span style="font-size: 9pt;"> - Friday - SDS Volunteer Training (7:30am)</span></span></div>
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<span id="yui_3_7_2_1_1379525800822_6764" style="color: black; font-size: 9pt;"><strong id="yui_3_7_2_1_1379525800822_6759">9/16-9/18</strong> - Camp Fitch</span></div>
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<span id="yui_3_7_2_1_1379525800822_6764" style="color: black; font-size: 9pt;"><strong>9/18</strong> - Wednesday - Boys' Basketball Info Meeting (5:15pm); Boosters meeting (6pm)</span></div>
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<span id="yui_3_7_2_1_1379525800822_6764" style="color: black; font-size: 9pt;">9/19<span id="yui_3_7_2_1_1379525800822_6848"> - Thursday - Curriculum Night; Parent Book Club (5pm)</span> </span></div>
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<span id="yui_3_7_2_1_1379525800822_6764" style="color: black; font-size: 9pt;"><strong>10/6</strong> - Sunday - Boosters' Bowl-A-Rama at Fairview Lanes, 3pm</span></div>
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Menlo Park is going to utilize One Call Now to alert MPA families of late breaking news, school cancellations, and special invitations. If you would like to update your information, please visit: <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001Li5M7CV3L5vh2qGuN1cp09JYICocNCeSrsmEwyIr4V9OQcbHqjtFzCFQ1rhH3aN72ClgKpxSLfz0w3AMscnsHUbiXXDHeYY0rKtTnQulHy3GZHLv-0CJke-4fWfBVyfWRKoubh3ciSg1jRDw1YHVSb1KW77hqqOfJYaHHCtewv_yKBN8NR5gSqnb58j7nER1b18h2y08HcxgPz4_Vl9zriIWDy3YWXaINQbNSsmlN7hJPpM8Ijs4lv_cURqcsfI4bwucG-1n0rNBQBbz9SfDv_mCmGfrLZWziP8Zo7lxTVviBQ06w4LVUTH4gCA94cyTpusKDKkhoXg=" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: blue; outline: 0px;" target="_blank">MPA Emergency Alert System</a> You will have the option to opt-in to receive text messages, and also the option to opt-out of all communications, at the end of the message.</div>
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Please contact Lynn Wilson if you have any questions about the <span style="font-size: 10pt;">One Call Now emergency alert system.</span></div>
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Come meet your child's teachers, find out what's on the curriculum for the year, and meet other parents in your class. Thursday, September 19 is the day - the schedule is below:</div>
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6:30-7:00 Curriculum Overview/General Meeting in Cafetorium</div>
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<span style="color: #e71d02;"><strong>Begin Next Week</strong></span><br />
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This year, MPA is offering elective courses to K-4 students that revolve around a new theme each trimester. This trimester's theme is PERSPECTIVE. Sign up forms should have come home with your child this week but you will find one attached <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001Li5M7CV3L5tbMfxpZXHaSgHzbK59oCi2cwquo1HLBuogen_ajhCkNW8iPydxa3rBPDZ9iozP0QRhMJcvjpawmVUTVBmTf6YmFrwvLw9NGjcKVXZrLOFtZGIgc_xSVAIFrEOwaZHAXwUhEUDum_ZSo9alx6qwqVWJTf66ybOiU2GNai0hnp8ZUMloIHuAT4iB-XNJQzCL72SQU1yY02baow==" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: blue; outline: 0px;" target="_blank">here</a> if it did not. Forms are due Friday September 12, 2013.</div>
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<span style="color: #d83f00; font-size: 11pt;"><strong>Volunteers are needed to assist with running these courses.</strong></span> They are already designed and materials will be provided. Parents may volunteer for one day or the entire trimester. Please contact <a href="mailto:schooldaysupport@menloparkacademy.com" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: #2862c5; outline: 0px;" target="_blank" ymailto="mailto:schooldaysupport@menloparkacademy.com">schooldaysupport@menloparkacademy.com</a>. </div>
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For those parents who are still interested in sharing their passions in the classroom, Menlo Park Academy will be offering a Speakers Bureau for just such opportunities. Look for upcoming information from the academic enrichment team. </div>
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<strong>GRADE Reading Diagnostic Test</strong></div>
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Next week students in grades K-3 will be taking the GRADE reading diagnostic test as part of Ohio's third grade reading guarantee. The results will help teachers identify student strengths and weaknesses. </div>
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<span style="font-size: 10pt;">There's a slight change in the schedule for tryouts, thanks to the gym being resurfaced the week of September 16th. <span style="font-size: 10pt;">Here is the new tryout schedule:</span><span style="font-size: 10pt;"> </span></span><br />
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These tryouts will be for both JV (grades 4-6) and Varsity (grades 6-8). </span><span style="font-size: 10pt;">All tryouts will be held from 3:45 - 5:15pm at the </span><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Westpark YMCA on Lorain Road. Anyone wishing to try-out should attend as many of the tryout sessions as possible. </span><span style="font-size: 10pt;"> </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10pt;">Also, we will have the Boys' Basketball Info meeting on Wed Sept 18th from 5:15-6:00 at MPA. The basketball schedule for the school year will be discussed as well as practice schedules, possible costs, meeting the coach and any other questions about the program. Parents wanting to know more or anything about the Boys program are encouraged to attend.</span></div>
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Menlo Park Academy is pleased to offer students in grades K-8 the exciting opportunity to learn and play the game of chess. No previous experience necessary - students start at their own level.</div>
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Instruction provided by Progress with Chess, a local non-profit organization with chess programs over 40 area schools and recreation centers. Sessions will include interactive lessons and structured open play in a supportive environment. Come join the fun! The session begins Friday, September 20, and runs through December 13 (10 weeks). </div>
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Don't miss the upcoming Bowl-a-Rama at Fairview Lanes on Sunday, October 6th from 3-5pm, sponsored by the MPA Boosters. Cost is $5 per person and includes 2 hours of bowling, shoe rental, snacks, beverages and tons of fun. </div>
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<span style="color: black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">We, the MPA Boosters, are a community building team made up of all who support Menlo Park Academy. We work as one to implement activities that build up the spirit of the MPA community and show appreciation to students, volunteers, parents, faculty, and staff. We urge you to participate in Boosters activities as well as serving on volunteer teams.</span></span></div>
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<span style="text-decoration: underline;">Thanks to all who completed the Volunteer Survey!</span></div>
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Team leads are being identified and they will be contacting you based on your survey preferences over the next few weeks. </div>
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<span style="font-size: 10pt;">We hope you were clipping those Box Tops over summer vacation! The 2013-2014 MPA Box Tops Collection has begun. This years theme is "Who rules the school? Boys vs Girls". The Minions from the movie Despicable Me will be helping us keep track of who sends in more labels. Be sure to check out the Minions poster in the halls to see who is in the lead each month. Please send clipped Box Tops in a Ziploc bag or sealed envelope with your child's name, their teacher's name and grade. It would also help if you wrote "Boy" or "Girl" as some children have gender-neutral names. Make sure that the Box Tops you send in are not expired and have been trimmed.</span></div>
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Congratulations to MPA student Kristen E., who just earned her blue belt in Tae Kwon Do. She has been participating in Tae Kwon Do for two years, attending class two days a week.<br />
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</span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', Verdana, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">Check this space in future newsletters for for grade level classroom updates. Teachers will write a brief newsletter that will be attached here. This will be a great way to keep parents informed about what all of the students are learning, as well as get our students excited about what's in store for them in future years!</span></div>
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<span style="color: #ff6d0b; font-size: 18pt;"><b>Tired of packing lunches yet?</b></span><br /><span style="color: #e71d02; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Hot Lunch Program Sign-Up </strong></span><br /><br /><span style="color: #333333; font-size: 9pt;">The MPA Boosters are expanding hot lunch options for the 2013-2014 school year! Lunches are now available on Tuesdays and Thursdays, with two new food selections available. Remember, all hot lunches need to be reserved and paid for in advance. If you haven't returned your form yet, you can find a copy </span><a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=0015UzbQi4iavy0WW2O4hQeaMK1-ZjHne_2NoK7MkMPaYut71Cne1d5tSp4doHRLEtYcsULxM7ri0tQaC5bgFGh-5h5vJAs9WzvQAwYLWn5uAl_JJS46aIekXWCzDnVn3BkzL7EAfrzn96t8-zt2ilK359DmOjxoENHH4qhsowTdiA4U5WifwKJyYMl2s2hNj6orEJh4NPfMMCYeLVMls7Wtq9G8rwFn8oXUTRpnG4YgELYF64Rh_a20dK-YLGR8CwSItf2pHCfQFV2gMGYGxATgTbCOnPTLX6CjiT0e5ZwcE5aQc2Ir46ThR2njeJN-WDNHRH2P9ACBrwPG-LitGgDnhagHYTzCrA2" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: blue; outline: 0px;" target="_blank">here</a><span style="color: #333333; font-size: 9pt;">. <strong>Forms and payments are due to the school on Friday, September 13.</strong></span><span style="color: #333333; font-size: 10pt;"><strong> </strong></span></div>
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Here's the schedule of when students will be taking lunch and recess this year: </div>
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Lunch is the first 25 minutes of each period.</div>
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Please remember that if you plan to take your student out of the building at lunchtime (either for an appointment or a lunch date), you must sign the child out in the office.</div>
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<span style="color: #e71d02;"><strong>A Discussion Group for Parents </strong></span><strong style="color: #e71d02; font-size: 10pt;">Raising Gifted Children<div style="text-align: center;">
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MPA parent Dr. Dave Silverberg, will be hosting a parent book discussion group this year. Meetings will be on the second Thursday of each month from 5:00-6:00, begining in September. </div>
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BOOK SELECTION:</div>
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<span style="text-decoration: underline;">A Parent's Guide to Gifted Children</span>, Webb, Gore, Amend, DeVries (2007)</div>
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An informational meeting about MPA's <span style="font-size: 11pt;"><strong>Mock Trial Team </strong></span>will be held at the school on Tuesday, September 10, 2013 at 6:30pm. </div>
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Any MPA student in grades 6, 7, or 8 is eligible to try out for the team. The team coaches, attorneys and MPA parents Latha Srinivasan and Erin Armstrong, will be providing interested students and parents with information about the showcase competition, team practices, and a general overview of mock trial. Interested parents are welcome to attend with or without their student. Can't attend the meeting but still want to know more about Mock Trial? Contact Coach <a href="mailto:LMS54321@gmail.com" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: blue; outline: 0px;" target="_blank" ymailto="mailto:LMS54321@gmail.com">Latha Srinivasan</a>.</div>
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<span style="color: #ff6d0b; font-size: 18pt;"><b>Kudos "Korner"</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #e71d02;"><strong>Celebrating MPA Students <img align="right" border="0" height="80" hspace="5" name="ACCOUNT.IMAGE.113" src="http://ih.constantcontact.com/fs107/1102482426683/img/113.jpg" style="border: 0px;" vspace="5" width="87" /></strong></span><br /><br />This week we're celebrating the performance of our <span style="text-decoration: underline;">car line volunteers</span> (and participants!). On Tuesday we had <span style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">103 cars</span> in the afternoon car line, and our volunteers still managed to get all the students safely in their cars by 3:40. Thank you, parents, for your assistance with making this afternoon tradition move smoothly and safely so far this year!</span></div>
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<em>If you have a student who should be recognized in the Kudos "Korner" send your information <a href="mailto:communications@menloparkacademy.com" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: blue; outline: 0px;" target="_blank" ymailto="mailto:communications@menloparkacademy.com">here</a>.</em><span style="font-size: 10pt;"> </span></div>
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<b style="color: #ff6d0b; font-size: 18pt;">MPA Bowling Event</b></div>
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<span style="color: #e71d02; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Get to know the MPA community</strong></span> </div>
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Join us for the <strong>MPA Community Bowl-a-Rama</strong>, sponsored by the MPA Boosters, on Sunday, October 6th from 3-5pm at Fairview Lanes. </div>
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Cost is $5 and includes 2 hours of bowling, shoe rental, snacks and beverages. </div>
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<span style="color: #ff6d0b; font-size: 18pt;"><b>Enrollment Openings at MPA</b></span><br /><span style="color: #e71d02; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Spread the Word</strong></span> </div>
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MPA currently has a few student openings for qualified students in the following grades:</div>
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If you should know of anyone who might be interested in attending Menlo, please have them contact Missi Valenti at <a href="mailto:Admissions@MenloParkAcademy.com" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: blue; outline: 0px;" target="_blank" ymailto="mailto:Admissions@MenloParkAcademy.com">admissions@menloparkacademy.com</a> or call </div>
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<strong id="yui_3_7_2_1_1379525800822_7728">9/9</strong> - Monday - School Day Support Volunteer Training (9am and 6pm), Sylvia Rimm Kindergarten Meeting 6:30</div>
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<strong>9/10</strong> - Tuesday - <span id="yui_3_7_2_1_1379525800822_7741">Mock Trial Meeting (6:30pm), Sylvia Rimm New Family Meeting 6:30</span></div>
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<span id="yui_3_7_2_1_1379525800822_7742"><strong>9/19</strong> - Thursday - Curriculum Night; Parent Book Club (5pm)</span></div>
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<strong>9/13</strong> - Friday - SDS Volunteer Training (7:30am)</div>
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<strong>9/16-9/18</strong> - Camp Fitch</div>
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<strong>9/18</strong> - Wednesday - Boosters meeting (6pm)</div>
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<strong>9/24</strong> - Tuesday - Pizza Day!</div>
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<strong>10/2</strong> - Wednesday - Girls' Basketball program info meeting (6pm)</div>
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<strong>10/6</strong> - Sunday - Boosters' Bowl-A-Rama at Fairview Lanes, 3pm</div>
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<strong>10/25 </strong>- Picture Day</div>
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Menlo Park is going to utilize One Call Now to alert MPA families of late breaking news, school cancellations, and special invitations. We will be testing this system on Friday, September 6th at 12:00 PM. If you would like to update your information, please visit: <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=0015UzbQi4iavzdqcOscyOaoO1FyrchrnPj-3rHTQTmIIslwgxv5sdo_DBBXzmokiooihH0LAqSOYRFC_1B3jO4V_ahTTLQ9Ou4Jfz15SGnrM_IZKof9a1-KstMhbo_-VRd5VhTxRrqIbnsgpH6WvDI_HhW8HXOcntpQOxR4C5f9Mu66rRtVc4HHFwpbsq6X2wKiBjkNh3l1zXWAX9WglYBIZFtE-g1c0Ur6I7qZzNjVYscuOB04TFVqgIJPATqe-LgzTRsU4_ddTt8uw5alOFgaPNE_JdpASJKFaC_u0M0ukQ7oXnEc5khUcLgw76VTKnmaTgh60dqAiY=" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: blue; outline: 0px;" target="_blank">MPA Emergency Alert System</a> You will have the option to opt-in to receive text messages, and also the option to opt-out of all communications, at the end of the message.</div>
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<strong>Each MPA family has committed to 5 hours of MPA volunteerism monthly.</strong> As we improve our volunteering process, the first step is to find out interest and skills of volunteers. <span style="font-size: 10pt;">The <strong>Volunteer Survey</strong> that you received this summer is an important part of that process. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>The Volunteer Survey will be retiring on Sunday, September 8th at midnight.</strong> If your family has not signed up to commit to volunteer at MPA you will be assigned to a volunteer team at that time. </span></div>
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The MPA community is one dedicated to enriching the lives of children. Each family's commitment to five hours of service a month make that an achievable goal. Thank you for your support. </div>
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Now that the Browns season is underway, please consider signing up to help out at the MPA concession stand! You can sign up to volunteer <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=0015UzbQi4iavxipDuYPHchqyt3PoMzFKt1aLNH56IV5lI4FW2hZ-tOe8PoB-HtdTtsifoA3YIqxqpXzwQCL2mq999oHbYZKblnUppxOXmi3TFfO6MbVX-i1tfwaFsl61tgSG4hJEADfbHlMuhjxFld5IjNkioObldkrrpYaASkFCI2G2G8b9GhEbQ2q3mpq2CEeFiKsFBbXvQbzAYMe--VUKwNnA7u4D4l1k4Hy4m0y4oBDzsHX9NnAAggmnkmZF0T8tRmdI6ap8EvsU0E_IieeZTNBb2taZnYusD_QW9ERu3dB-N6oE8JY4BDuIqun_gFVXYRyFbjCHXFU9diadnvCw==" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: blue; outline: 0px;" target="_blank">here</a>. Questions? <span style="font-size: 10pt;">Please contact Chris Harrison, team leader, for more information at 216-375-2117 or</span><a href="" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: #2862c5; font-size: 10pt; outline: 0px; text-decoration: underline;">cjharrison68@gmail.com.</a></div>
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Parent volunteers make all the difference in our day to day operations. Whether you are serving up pizza slices, teaching an elective, chaperoning a field trip, or leading an after-school activity, it's important that you understand school protocols and procedures.<span style="font-size: 10pt;"> </span></div>
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<strong style="font-size: 10pt;">T</strong><strong style="font-size: 10pt;">o make sure we're all on the same page, this year we will hold <span style="color: #fc5351;">MANDATORY</span> parent training sessions for school day support volunteerto help ensure consistent communication and student safety.</strong></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10pt;">Sessions will last approximately 30 minutes and will be held several times at the start of each trimester. The dates and times for these meetings are:</span></div>
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If you are a school day support volunteer, please plan to attend one of these sessions. To sign up click the dates/links above.</div>
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BCI FINGERPRINTING will be available at MPA!</div>
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<a href="" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: #2862c5; outline: 0px; text-decoration: underline;">Monday, September 9 at the evening session</a></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10pt;">If you are interested in getting your BCI check at this time please bring you checkbook <span style="color: #ff6600;">(sorry, no credit cards)</span>. The cost for BCI check is $37.00. Fingerprinting will be done from 5:30-7:00.</span></div>
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<strong style="color: red; font-size: 10pt;">Help MPA Maintain Safety & Security</strong></div>
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<br /><span style="color: #323232;">If you pick your child up at the walker door,</span><strong style="font-size: 10pt;"> <div style="display: inline;">
<span style="color: #323232;">just a few reminders that will help us keep students safe:</span></div>
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1. Please park on the street. Having moving vehicles other than car line in the parking lot creates potential risks.</div>
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2. Dismissal begins at 3:15 from the walker door. Please wait for a staff member to open the door to release students. Students should not be exiting independently. We wish to ensure that the appropriate adult is picking up students at dismissal.</div>
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Your assistance in this process is greatly appreciated!</div>
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<span style="color: #ff6d0b; font-size: 18pt;"><b>Dr. Sylvia Rimm Returns</b></span><br /><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="color: #e71d02;"><strong>Introductory Parent Meetings</strong></span></span><br /><img align="right" border="0" height="125" hspace="5" name="ACCOUNT.IMAGE.122" src="http://ih.constantcontact.com/fs107/1102482426683/img/122.jpg" style="border: 0px;" vspace="5" width="100" /><br />Dr. Sylvia Rimm, Dr. Rakow, and Dr. Brewer will be on the MPA campus again this year to facilitate student group sessions on giftedness. We are excited to be able to offer this service to our families.</div>
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Dr. Rimm will hold two informational parent sessions for families. At these sessions she will discuss the unique nature of gifted students and the parenting challenges. Dr. Rimm speaks nationally on this topic as well as others and has practical advice for parents. New families are highly encouraged to attend. Sorry, no childcare is available.</div>
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<strong>Monday, September 9 @ 6:30 </strong></div>
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<strong>New <span style="text-decoration: underline;">Kindergarten</span> Families </strong> </div>
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<br /><strong>Tuesday, September 10 @ 6:30 </strong></div>
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<strong>New Families and Interested Returning Families </strong> </div>
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<span style="color: #d83f00; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Explanation of Services</strong></span></div>
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Let's kick the new school year off right! <img align="right" border="0" height="89" hspace="5" name="ACCOUNT.IMAGE.111" src="http://ih.constantcontact.com/fs107/1102482426683/img/111.jpg" style="border: 0px;" vspace="5" width="100" /></div>
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Come meet your child's teachers, find out what's on the curriculum for the year, and meet other parents in your class. Thursday, September 19 is the day - the schedule is below:</div>
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6:30-7:00 Curriculum Overview/General Meeting in Cafetorium</div>
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7:00-7:45 Class Visitation</div>
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7:15-7:45 Curriculum Overview/General Meeting in Cafetorium</div>
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7:45-8:45 Class Visitation</div>
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<span style="color: #fc5351;"><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Boys' Basketball</span></strong></span></div>
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Don't forget! Tryouts for the Boys' Basketball teams will begin <span style="font-size: 10pt;">Wednesday, September 11th at the Westpark YMCA on Lorain Road. These tryouts will be for both JV (grades 4-6) and Varsity (grades 6-8), and will be held on the following dates:</span></div>
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All tryouts will be held from 3:45 - 5:15pm. The boys that make the team (s) will be notified by email to the parents and the school on Sept 21st.</div>
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An informational meeting for the MPA Girls' Basketball program will be held at MPA on Wednesday, October 2nd, at 6pm. </div>
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Parents of girls in grades 4-6 who are interested in learning more about the team are encouraged to attend.</div>
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Gretchenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12843719795344732730noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3178262012387588482.post-86732370883847091302013-09-05T09:51:00.003-04:002013-09-05T09:51:20.593-04:00MPA Weekly Update 8/29/2013<br />
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<strong>September 9th at 6:30pm </strong></div>
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There will be a meeting for parents of students who will be attending Camp Fitch on September 9th at 6:30pm (right after the school day support/chaperon training session). If your student is Fitch-bound this year, please plan to attend!</div>
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<span style="color: black; font-size: 18pt;"><b>Book Club </b></span><br /><span style="color: #e71d02;"><strong>A Parent Support Group</strong></span></div>
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MPA parent, Dr. Dan Silverberg, will be hosting a parent book discussion group this year. Meetings will be on the second Thursday of each month from 5:00-6:00, begining in September. </div>
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BOOK SELECTION:</div>
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<span style="text-decoration: underline;">A Parent's Guide to Gifted Children</span>, Webb, Gore, Amend, DeVries (2007)</div>
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Interested parents are encouraged to contact Dr. Silverberg at:</div>
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<span style="color: #e71d02;"><strong>Celebrating MPA Students</strong></span><br /><br />This week we're celebrating the performance of MPA as a whole. Check out <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001pnftyn5qwkS54aCFjc8K4kmTlvMi4uXu9yBfbMUvSGnEOYec_AS3c8ZzIVbVPQWUgqK8XL4X96TZ6B_4PTr2R1kT6zmke8AZioE9UraggjyLfOF5fB2iCFhDT2TYFAr0KVP-WlCxLIvzuNbeS6vBbHwHYb-Qrd1xF-oKp99o8IJup0nB4xpWXjamOmKSYHw3j8lpZ8Ac-q5yRGOY05_wcTnj9jgr2Eg6aE8cXzyZqgCAa5VK86641khBeV6qCDbbGL8bh53D0xii2E-Fm3L2LAcdxo_AySxTxVjOCdEClz4beJ1f3-6YVWIV9dVAhqcj35dqDNLKCSpyYunYiQRTueViizSjOLfweU4m8QVD1EI=" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: blue; outline: 0px;" target="_blank">this recent article in the Plain Dealer</a>, which points out that MPA has the second-highest performance index of any charter school in Ohio this year. Great job, students (and teachers, and parents - it takes more than just a kid with a #2 pencil to get great scores like these!). Now, who's up for trying to reach #1 this year?</div>
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<em>If you have a student who should be recognized in the Kudos "Korner" send your information to:</em></div>
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<em>communications@menloparkacademy<br />.com</em> </div>
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<span style="color: #ff6d0b; font-size: 18pt;"><b>Enrollment Openings at MPA</b></span><br /><span style="color: #e71d02; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Spread the Word</strong></span> </div>
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MPA currently has a few student openings for qualified students in the following grades:</div>
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If you should know of anyone who might be interested in attending Menlo, please have them contact Missi Valenti at:</div>
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216-502-4673 </div>
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Wednesday, September 11th at the Westpark YMCA on Lorain Road. These tryouts will be for both JV (grades 4-6) and Varsity (grades 6-8), and will be held on the following dates: </div>
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All tryouts will be held from 3:45 - 5:15pm. The boys that make the team (s) will be notified by email to the parents and the school on Sept 21st.</div>
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The Varsity and JV teams will begin play in the Charter School League on Saturday, October 5th. The season will run through December. The JV boys (and the 5-6 Girls team) will then play in the West Suburban League starting in December and ending in February. Varsity will take off the winter and resume play in late February in the Spring league till April, then playing in the AAU tourneys in May to end the school year.</div>
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An informational meeting for the MPA Girls' Basketball program will be held at MPA on Wednesday, October 2nd, at 6pm. </div>
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Parents of girls in grades 4-6 who are interested in learning more about the team are encouraged to attend.</div>
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<span style="color: #ff6d0b; font-size: 16pt;"><strong>Drop-off/Pick-Up Information</strong></span><br /><span id="yui_3_7_2_1_1378305297404_23065" style="color: #e71d02;"><strong id="yui_3_7_2_1_1378305297404_23064">Welcome Back!</strong></span></div>
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Drop-off: Due to safety of students crossing to the modular units the Grapeland St. entrance to the parking lot will be closed off beginning at 8:35. If you are tardy for school, please enter through the Harvey St. entrance.</div>
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Pick-up: If your child does not come out promptly for carline, please pull forward to the Harvey Rd. exit and we will escort your child to the vehicle. This will keep car line moving efficiently.</div>
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<span style="color: #ff6d0b; font-size: 16pt;"><strong>Kindergarten Staggered Start</strong></span><br /><span style="color: #e71d02;"><strong>Welcome MPA's Newest Students</strong></span> </div>
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In order to make the transition to elementary school an easy one, MPA institutes a varying start schedule for it's kindergarten students. This year the schedule is:</div>
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Thursday, August 29 - Normal Drop Off/10:45 am Pick Up</div>
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Friday, August 30- Normal Drop Off/12:45 pm Pick Up</div>
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Class begins at 8:30, parents are reminded that carline begins at 8:00. You are welcome to bring your child in to school these days, but we remind you that street parking may be your best option.</div>
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MPA is thrilled to have our newest families join our community!</div>
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<span style="color: #ff6d0b; font-size: 18pt;"><b>Thursday Folders Retire</b></span><br /><span style="color: #e71d02; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Forms Go Electronic</strong></span><br /><br />In an effort to streamline communication and volunteer energy, we will be ending the Thursday folders this school year. All necessary forms will be attached to the weekly newsletter. Periodically a school wide document may need to come home in with students. If this occurs, you will receive an email notifying you of this. The weekly newsletter will continue to go out on Thursdays.</div>
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It is extremely important that we have your correct email contact information so that you receive the weekly updates. New emails will be added once you completed the Add/Update Email form found <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001pnftyn5qwkRvbNqkggRIJnbU3DiMjx3tyJzeJ7-IuKZG1e6C4ByANrlp6Eahnj5hDnDSS_CSvsIM5NdP-Zw5g4DidlN2eVo_h0Dq4kEjDpktdq3BT4GaOgLRHgCNF1pYz_UNk7njAx9a6oWR7RvsbLEmwBK0p181kwdoLLtcZL95qSA0cGV1l3dqNmVq2ZvrBBeOjPfmqYSo9fuH021cuAYxkc5_cneIUnS8zpKp5IC4NfgTwaxfooCEW1V0bfKVDyR4OQIvLrH0WG-Y5HqVeYG9_BnDUR_T8n2oEi-axgQ=" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: black; outline: 0px;" target="_blank">here</a>. It can also be access via this link on the <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001pnftyn5qwkQCPRAiWNWLL2HGLC_MdEyG0UVuqGzRTO0J6oarxtGUtscGS1y-Q5lW-OUwiDJOkoJmHb1zd2FDvn2wqR589u5YkPH-Og9N_8qwyw-GiwSMYeR6QVvyGhAEAV6baEDyBN3ZParL5DHTyS6NlGPq5BYCCkQD3tWqyLEJ9uEoEtFfH53UZDC7cJ_9DnnXOAGgMgaJH7njR7yXrBzvEOVeM2vohodkLRDJiW-OVO-mCrI_35wiYCtjUnnm2l3jy5vD5d5i3ZH6VsVsygO8CW6BA7Oym9toknr_ruk=" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: black; outline: 0px;" target="_blank">MPA Parent Resource page on our website.</a> </div>
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<span style="color: #ff6d0b; font-size: 18pt;"><b>Lunch Lady Land</b></span><br /><span style="color: #e71d02; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Hot Lunch Program Sign-Up and Volunteering</strong></span><br /><br />The MPA Boosters are expanding hot lunch options for the 2013-2014 school year! Lunches are now available on Tuesdays and Thursdays, with two new food selections available. Remember, all hot lunches need to be reserved and paid for in advance. If you haven't returned your form yet, you can find a copy <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001pnftyn5qwkTe8J6RgBv3IM64GrOPiiHTsKer49Go3ifDJkc8gx-Rk_6jPIpbMwCnECT-hYqTdp67d4ppPJNVr_1gvwK_Ds4YDlhlRCM78HpY-9ZPEpdDy1yPZUaPedMoARZD9JK2vHsgTvT9RnV4fAEpYTLQTzxjRTgm-CFHHiboSqmfi9Ungzn8QaKNl6twAs7VOt-elDD5SvRm7uOYHFliMc-MCuL5R5psR68SZcHiGoke3Se3bKq5lLAXAY02y5O-2OWoHpkJaC4iHdhYxlHHxz73tvPSu6Q1rNKNFZA_3p6ZFjqsEbu74rRJ3zChLXCkybs-5zU3OuWKgLBAX5IW3yjUh-j46vWsYdd06Ik=" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: blue; outline: 0px;" target="_blank">here</a>. Forms and payments are due to the school on Friday, September 13.</div>
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In order to make this popular program happen, a core group of volunteers is still needed for the Thursday shift. The hours would be 10:30-12:30. </div>
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If you have already expressed interest in assisting with Hot Lunch via the Volunteer Survey, you will be contacted shortly. If you are interested in assisting with Hot Lunch on Thursday and have not yet completed the Volunteer Survey, please do so <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001pnftyn5qwkRshHvJ0yeiXwSKVVzP4KS_4tB_zARDlQGAzBnZ-Qqz1AQdMzU0B6YBTC3ghQFTgEllFqaDFNBAcwjP2dVdgK9NDVMo3kHLqbuMkOGtuhBwOa_6u6egCwbS3pM8JPOtOIsk3vYaRj7xQg_jkHN9WP2qtwjvmDQi1yEfKVlYANp_7eHLHeLvGy-9ZpA_RnXxrnAso3MU5ZPUSpePjApUjs_vx--iO7UfEDbIqpwFEDKaCuaFWLBxiDz7ZGC8q8h2ywXaG0kW3auD-Tj0_CE1PQVxZs7b2plAiZjBJJIhzeG1qw==" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: blue; outline: 0px;" target="_blank">here</a>. <span style="font-size: 10pt;"> </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10pt;">And while we're on the subject of lunches ... MPA is once again offering the chance to pre-order milk for your student(s). Imagine, no more leaky, drippy water bottles! No more cans to recycle! One less thing to worry about every day!</span></div>
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White and Chocolate milk are both available for pre-order, for either the whole year or from now until the winter break. All milk MUST BE PRE-PAID, as volunteers will not be accepting any money in the lunchroom. Forms can be found <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001pnftyn5qwkRTu9Qwdm1SadyDvjKfjI3uSM6nuvGHbhqCWp6gVLtantGWoPWE_PhG2SIL0khKE0wCPJ8PdSyoQpd2Pz8WXvCyi47w809RJDBXyh8uFgGsAB1BRZLdtBPM1B9zwqGnVN7I5caxlTpvGr4aKHkmgpR9K_QQ3h-obodstUH75liq7dIjh6zEoop-8MQwu-8YOPEjCjdHnTaYzfE-S-FL6QriH9viIlDpJ4X-tobIF_BMmqvKFaRnhzaEwRpkPACTHTXpYw_EuEdh8nc2RMvdpDqrT44DiO9m616GRgilyYeYy2xX2uSRhsVITO7iO1Xepvgf8EYJM86XiELVg3HMSeJmYKb5r-vDbFA=" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: blue; outline: 0px;" target="_blank">here</a>, and are due back to school with payment by FRIDAY, AUGUST 30TH.</div>
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The MPA community is one dedicated to enriching the lives of children. Each family's commitment to five hours of service a month make that an achievable goal. As we improve our volunteering process, the first step is to find out interest and skills of volunteers.</div>
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<span style="text-decoration: underline;">The electronic survey that you received this summer is an important part of that process. </span>All family members intending to volunteer this school year at Menlo Park Academy are encouraged to complete the survey. You will then receive a call within the first month of school to discuss opportunities for you at MPA. </div>
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Winter Concert</div>
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If you are interested in filling one of these important roles, please indicate that on the survey and someone will contact you next week. <em><strong>Committee Chairs automatically receive their family's total volunteer hour commitment.</strong></em><span style="font-size: 10pt;"> </span></div>
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Parent volunteers make all the difference in our day to day operations. Here are some of the opportunities this year:</div>
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Thursday Hot Lunch (10:30-1:00) * Lunch/Recess Assistance (10:45-1:00) * Field Trip Chaperones * Mobile Library Assistance (Tuesdays) * Electives Assistance * Tutoring Morning Carline * After School Carline * Speakers' Bureau *School Clubs * Structured Recess Facilitators * Room Parents * and MORE</div>
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When working with students, understanding school protocols and procedures is important. <strong>This year we will hold MANDATORY parent training sessions to help ensure consistent communication and student safety.</strong></div>
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Sessions will last approximately 30 minutes and will be held several times at the start of each trimester. The dates and times for these meetings are:</div>
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<strong>If you are a school day support volunteer, please plan to attend one of these sessions. To sign up click the dates/links above.</strong></div>
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<span style="color: #ff6d0b; font-size: 18pt;"><b>Dr. Sylvia Rimm Returns</b></span><br /><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="color: #e71d02;"><strong>Introductory Parent Meetings</strong></span></span><br /><br />Dr. Sylvia Rimm, Dr. Rakow, and Dr. Brewer will be on the MPA campus again this year to facilitate student group sessions on giftedness. We are excited to be able to offer this service to our families.</div>
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Dr. Rimm will hold two informational parent sessions for families. At these sessions she will discuss the unique nature of gifted students and the parenting challenges. Dr. Rimm speaks nationally on this topic as well as others and has practical advice for parents. New families are highly encouraged to attend. Sorry, no childcare is available.</div>
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Monday, September 9 @ 6:30 </div>
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An informational meeting about MPA's <span style="font-size: 11pt;"><strong>Mock Trial Team </strong></span><br />for interested students in Grades 6, 7, and 8 and their parents will be held at the school on Tuesday, September 10, 2013 at 6:30pm. Last year's inaugural team made MPA proud at the Middle School Mock Trial Showcase Competition in Columbus by earning four individual awards and a team ranking of "Outstanding." </div>
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Any MPA student in grades 6, 7, or 8 is eligible to try out for the team. The team coaches, attorneys and MPA parents Latha Srinivasan and Erin Armstrong, will be providing interested students and parents with information about the showcase competition, team practices, and a general overview of mock trial. Interested parents are welcome to attend with or without their student. Can't attend the meeting but still want to know more about Mock Trial? Contact Coach <a href="mailto:LMS54321@gmail.com" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: blue; outline: 0px;" target="_blank" ymailto="mailto:LMS54321@gmail.com">Latha Srinivasan</a>.</div>
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Gretchenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12843719795344732730noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3178262012387588482.post-31780293137894768262013-09-05T09:50:00.000-04:002013-09-05T09:50:08.330-04:00Pick up and dropoff procedures and map for 2013<div id="yui_3_7_2_1_1378305297404_22270" style="background-color: white; color: #454545; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">
<span id="yui_3_7_2_1_1378305297404_22269" style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;"><b id="yui_3_7_2_1_1378305297404_22268">Walker Picker-Uppers:</b></span></div>
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<span id="yui_3_7_2_1_1378305297404_22282" style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">The safety of all MPA students is paramount. </span></div>
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<span id="yui_3_7_2_1_1378305297404_22286" style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">Please review and follow this <u>Walker Pick-Up Protocol</u> and follow it when picking up your Walker.</span></div>
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<li id="yui_3_7_2_1_1378305297404_22292"><span style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">Walkers (</span><span id="yui_3_7_2_1_1378305297404_22291" style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">students who are not picked up in the car line or dismissed to a bus) </span><span style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">will be dismissed through the second floor door, facing the church (see map) at</span><span style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;"> </span><span class="yiv1255036127" style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">3:15pm</span><span id="yui_3_7_2_1_1378305297404_22297" style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">. </span></li>
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<li id="yui_3_7_2_1_1378305297404_22301"><span id="yui_3_7_2_1_1378305297404_22300" style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">Please be prompt when picking up your Walker. Walkers who are not picked up by </span><span class="yiv1255036127" style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">3:20pm </span><span style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">will be moved to the car line for pick up.</span></li>
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<li id="yui_3_7_2_1_1378305297404_22305"><span id="yui_3_7_2_1_1378305297404_22304" style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">Please park on the side streets (Orchard park or Grapeland) and walk up to the side door using the sidewalk between the school building and the church to pick up your Walker. </span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;"><b>PLEASE DO NOT park in the MPA/St, Mels parking lot</b> as this causes dangerous foot traffic in the parking lot during the car line. </span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">Once you have picked up your Walker, please travel back along the sidewalk toward Triskett Ave. </span></li>
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<li id="yui_3_7_2_1_1378305297404_22315"><span id="yui_3_7_2_1_1378305297404_22314" style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">Using this route, you can get to sidewalks and clearly-marked crosswalks at Orchard Park and Grapeland. </span></li>
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<span id="yui_3_7_2_1_1378305297404_22311" style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">Please follow this plan when picking up your Walker. This will eliminate dangerous foot traffic in the parking lot during the car line.</span></div>
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<strong>August</strong></div>
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8/13-8/16- Boy's BBall Camp</div>
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8/23 - Back to School Picnic, Lakewood Park (5:00-8:00)</div>
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8/26- Class Visitation and Supply Drop Off</div>
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(9:00-11:00 and 4:00-6:00)</div>
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8/26 - Manditory Meeting for Edison Club Enrollees</div>
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(6:15-6:45)</div>
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8/28: FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL, Grades 1-8</div>
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8/29: Kindergarten</div>
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<strong>Attend Only AM</strong></div>
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8/30: Kindergarten</div>
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9/2 - NO SCHOOL - Labor Day</div>
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9/3 - Kindergarten Begins Full Day</div>
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9/3 - Camp Fitch Parent Meeting</div>
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9/9 - SDS Volunteer Training</div>
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9/13 - SDS Volunteer Training</div>
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9/12 - Curriculum Night</div>
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9/16-9/18 - Camp Fitch</div>
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Lakewood Park</div>
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Friday, August 23</div>
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5:00-8:00</div>
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<span style="font-size: 8pt;">volunteers needed for set-up, clean-up, grill, beverages - email:</span></div>
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<a href="mailto:boosters@menloparkacademy.com" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: #2862c5; outline: 0px;" target="_blank" ymailto="mailto:boosters@menloparkacademy.com">boosters@menloparkacademy.com</a></div>
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Volunteers needed for craft table and face painting - email:</div>
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<a href="mailto:paige.bw@menloparkacademy.com" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: #2862c5; outline: 0px;" target="_blank" ymailto="mailto:paige.bw@menloparkacademy.com">paige.bw@menloparkacademy.com</a></div>
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<strong><span style="color: #e71d02;">Celebrating MPA Students</span></strong><br /><br />Congratulations to Marshall Monnette who was recognized this summer by the Northwestern University's Midwest Talent Search. Marshall's high score on the SAT earned him this elite acknowledgement.</div>
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<em>If you have a student who should be recognized in the Kudos "Korner" send your information to:</em></div>
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<em>communications@menloparkacademy<br />.com</em> </div>
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<span style="color: black; font-size: 18pt;"><b>Parent</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-size: 18pt;"><b>Book Club </b></span><br /><span style="color: #e71d02;"><strong>A Parent Support Group</strong></span></div>
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<span style="color: #e71d02;"><strong>Raising Gifted Children</strong></span></div>
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MPA parent, Dr. Dan Silverberg, will be hosting a parent book discussion group this year. Meetings will be on the second Thursday of each month from 5:00-6:00, begining in September. </div>
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BOOK SELECTION:</div>
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<span style="text-decoration: underline;">A Parent's Guide to Gifted Children</span>, Webb, Gore, Amend, DeVries (2007)</div>
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Interested parents are encouraged to contact Dr. Silverberg at:</div>
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The MPA community is one dedicated to enriching the lives of children. Each family's commitment to five hours of service a month make that an achievable goal. As we improve our volunteering process, the first step is to find out interest and skills of volunteers.</div>
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<span style="text-decoration: underline;">You will receive an electronic survey this week</span> to assist us in that endeavor. All family members who intend to volunteer this school year at Menlo Park Academy are encouraged to complete the survey. You will then receive a call whithin the first month of school to discuss opportunities for you at MPA.</div>
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We are also looking for organized and dedicated inidividuals to chair a few of our committees:</div>
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School Day Support</div>
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Academic Enrichment</div>
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Quiz Night</div>
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Winter Concert</div>
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If you are interested in filling one of these important roles, please indicate that on the survey and someone will contact you next week. <em><strong>Committee Chairs automatically receive their families total volunteer hour committment.</strong></em></div>
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<span style="font-size: 9pt;"><span style="color: red; font-size: 10pt;">Learn How Best to Support Students and Keep them Safe</span><br /> </span></div>
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Parent volunteers make all the difference in our day to day opreations. Here are some of the opportunities this year:</div>
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Thursday Hot Lunch (10:30-1:00) * Lunch/Recess Assistance (10:45-1:00) * Field Trip Chaperones * Mobile Library Assistance (Tuesdays) * Electives Assistance * Tutoring Morning Carline * After School Carline * Speakers' Bureau *School Clubs * Structured Recess Facilitators * Room Parents * and MORE</div>
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<strong>MPA realizes that when working with students, understanding school protocols and procedures is important. This year we will hold MANDATORY parent trainings to help ensure consistent communication and student safety. These trainings will last approximately 30 minutes in length and will be held several times at the start of each trimester. The dates and times for these meetings are:</strong></div>
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<strong>If you are a school day support volunteer, please plan to attend one of these sessions. To sign up click the links above.</strong></div>
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Edison Club is for the working families of Menlo Park Academy. The morning club opens at 7:00 a.m. and the afternoon club is open until 6:00 p.m. If you need to utilize Edison Club you must complete a registration form and mail it to the director Katie Gerba at 1116 Richmar Drive, Westlake, 44145 along with the $25 registration fee. Make checks payable to Menlo Park Academy with Edison in the memo.</div>
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The "inconsistent" schedule refers to those families whose job hours may change weekly or monthly. Please do not register for Edison if you think you might need it at some point in the year as a just in case situation. If an emergency arises, just contact Katie Gerba at <a href="mailto:edisonclub@menloparkacademy.com" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: #2862c5; outline: 0px;" target="_blank" ymailto="mailto:edisonclub@menloparkacademy.com">edisonclub@menloparkacademy.com</a> and she can help you out.</div>
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There will be a parent meeting on Monday August 26th at 6:15 p.m. for all registered for Edison Club. Please attend to hear about changes, billing, etc and to sign the necessary paperwork for Edison Club.</div>
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<span style="color: #ff6d0b; font-size: 16pt;"><strong>Kindergarten Staggered Start</strong></span><br /><span style="color: #e71d02;"><strong>Welcome MPA's Newest Students</strong></span><br /> </div>
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In order to make the transition to elementary school an easy one, MPA institutes a varying start schedule for it's kindergarten students. This year the schedule is:</div>
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Wednesday, August 28 - NO Kindergarten</div>
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Thursday, August 29 - Normal Drop Off/11:00 am Pick Up</div>
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Friday, August 30- Normal Dropp Off/12:30 pm Pick Up</div>
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Class begins at 8:30, parents are reminded that carline begins at 8:00. You are welcome to bring your child in to school these days, but we remind you that street parking may be your best option.</div>
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MPA is thrilled to have our newest families join our community!</div>
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<span style="color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Kelsey Busser: 3rd Grade</strong> - Ms. Busser was an MPA teaching assistant last year and completed the long term substitute position in second grade during Ms. Rokas' maternity leave. Her K-3 training, enthusiasm, and organization will be assets to MPA this year.</span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Matthew Cook: Physical Education</strong> - Mr. Cooke joins us from Mosaica schools. He is a an active athlete with coaching experience. In addition, Mr. Cooke is also an award winning barbershop quartet singer.</span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Nicole Reeder: Teaching Assistant</strong> - Ms. Reeder completed her student teaching at MPA last year with Ms. Padrutt. She holds a degree in art education.</span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Amelia Bacic-Tulevski</strong>: Teaching Assistant - Ms. Bacic-Tulevski was a substitute teacher at MPA last year. she has diverse training in psychology, musical performance, communications and law. She brings broad skill set to our school.</span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Molly Cooney: Teaching Assistant</strong> - Ms. Cooney holds a degree in K-3 education and is working on her Master's degree in special education. She is also an active volunteer with children's organizations.</span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Takuyo Sato: Technology Specialist</strong> - Mr. Suto has led technology teams at such places as the Cleveland Clinic and Standard Insurance. His "tech" philosophy is focused on enabling users to uderstand their devices and take control of their usage. </span></div>
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Class lists for grades Kindergarten through 4 will be posted on the Menlo Park Academy Website - Parent's Page on Monday, August 19.</div>
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In order to make this popular program happen, a core group of volunteers is needed for the Thursday shift. The hours would be 10:30-12:30. If you would be interested in helping with hot lunch distribution, please email Jessica Tonsing at:</div>
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8/24 - Back to School Picnic, Lakewood Park (5:00-8:00)</div>
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8/26 - Manditory Meeting for Edison Club Enrollees</div>
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8/28: FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL, Grades 1-8</div>
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8/29: Kindergarten</div>
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8/30: Kindergarten</div>
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9/3 - Camp Fitch Parent Meeting</div>
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9/12 - Curriculum Night</div>
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In an effort to streamline the registration process for our returning students, families have two options (see below). You can find all the necessary forms on the Menlo Park Academy Website:</div>
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<strong>For students who pre-enrolled for the 2013-14 school year, below you will find links to download the materials necessary to complete the enrollment process at Menlo Park Academy (MPA).<div style="font-size: 10pt; padding: 0px;">
This year we are providing two options for submitting your forms.</div>
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Option 1: SUBMIT ELECTRONICALLY. Download the PDF documents complete them, and then email the documents to<a href="" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: #2862c5; outline: 0px; text-decoration: underline;">registration@menloparkacademy.com</a>. Please carefully review all the attached materials and return the appropriate documents in ONE email for each child enrolled.</div>
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The subject of the email should contain "Student last name, Student first name - Grade (grade they will be entering in August)".</div>
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Email must be received by July 24th at Midnight.</div>
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Option 2: SUBMIT IN PERSON. If you prefer to submit your forms in person, you may download, complete, print, and return the appropriate forms to MPA during the following days and times:</div>
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<li>Monday, July 22nd from 9:00am - 3:00pm</li>
<li>Tuesday, July 23rd from 11:30am - 6:30pm</li>
<li>Wednesday, July 24th from 7:00am - 2:30pm</li>
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<strong>Upper School Electives</strong></div>
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Grades 5-8 Register for Your Whole Year Electives</div>
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Deadline August 1</div>
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Students in grades 5-8 will register for the entire year's elective options this summer. These electives will be built into the weekly schedule. All students will take physical education but other courses, such as music, art, and tech options must be selected in this registration process. This will ensure that students are taking courses that they are passionate about.</div>
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<span style="color: #e71d02;"><strong>VOLUNTEER</strong></span><br /><br />Volunteering at the MPA concession stand at Brown's games is a fun way to meet fellow parents, raise funds to support our school, and fulfill the parental volunteer hour requirement! If you are interested in learning more about volunteering at the Browns games this fall, please reach out to Development Coordinator, Melissa Adell (melissa.adell@menloparkacadem<a href="" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: #2862c5; outline: 0px; text-decoration: underline;">y.com</a>).<br /><br /> <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>All Browns volunteers need to receive training</strong></span><strong>.</strong></div>
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Thanks to Coach Willie and Coach Theiss, MPA students will have the opportunity to participate in summer Basketball camps. Girls in grades 4-6 and boys in grades 4-8 are eligible to participate. </div>
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In order to better assist our upper school students in the organizational process this year, we will be implementing a comprehensive binder. All students will be required to carry only the binder and text book for the specific class they will be attending. The binder will contain one 5 subject notebook that students will use for all of their core classes. The binder will also contain loose leaf paper and folders for each class and 2 folders dedicated for homework (outgoing and incoming/completed). It is our hope that by utilizing this binder system, with the assistance of teachers, students will be able to successfully manage their work in a more organized manner.</div>
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<br />*Mead 5 subject notebook $4.99<br />*Oxford 2 pocket folders with prongs .59<br />*5 star 5 subject notebook $5.69</div>
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*Avery 3 ring binder 2inch $3.79 or 3 in 3 ring binder $9.67<br />*Filler paper 175 sheets college ruled .99</div>
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*Grade Level Supply Lists Available on the MPA Webpage/Parent Resources Beginning July 22.*</div>
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<strong>Rachel Haning</strong> - Ms. Haning will be teaching 4th grade Social Studies and Language Arts next year. She comes to us with four years teaching experience and gifted licensure from Kent State.</div>
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<strong>Lindsey Macey</strong> - Ms. Macey plays piano, guitar, ukalalee, clarinet, and has extensive choral experience. Her love of technology is a great compliment to her musical capacity. She comes to us with three years teaching experience. </div>
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Both Ms. Haning and Ms. Macey will be moving to the Cleveland area this summer.</div>
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<strong>Fabulous Changes:</strong></div>
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<strong>Barb Ford</strong> - Ms. Ford will be moving to third grade. She and Ms. Tigue are excited to partner this year. They will definitely be a great team!</div>
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<strong>Anna Brier</strong> - Ms. Brier spent half the year as a teaching assistant at MPA. She will be taking on the 4th grade Mathematics and Science position. She has four years experience with that grade level as well as a love of math & Science. </div>
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Mr. O'Donnell - Mr. O'Donnell will be our full time technology instructor for the coming school year. He will be bringing his passion for computers to our students, both in the technology lab but also in the classrooms as we more actively integrate our ipads and laptops.</div>
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In an effort to maximize student access to books, Menlo will initiate a new library approach for grades K-4. Staff and parent volunteers will work with classroom teachers to bring the library to the classroom in the 2013-2014 school year. Volunteers are needed for this new initiative to coordinate book selections for classes, stock the mobile library, and visit classrooms for read alouds and book sign out. If you are interested, contact Janie Zell at<a href="mailto:zelljanie@gmail.com" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: #2862c5; outline: 0px;" target="_blank" ymailto="mailto:zelljanie@gmail.com">zelljanie@gmail.com</a></div>
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Menlo Park Academy is excited to roll out our new leveled bookroom in the coming school year. This library will house class sets of intructional books for all content areas. Teachers will be able to more easily differentiate and adjust to student learning needs with these resources. All books will be organized by reading level and available for check out. Throughout the year, all language arts instructors will be engaged in staff development around formative assessment of student reading/writing skills and how to address individual needs. Ms. Denise Cukrowicz MPA first grade teacher who has been trained as an instructor in this area will lead this valuable PD.</div>
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In order to make this popular program happen, a core group of volunteers is needed for the Thursday shift. The hours would be 10:30-12:30. If you would be interested in helping with hot lunch distribution, please email Jessica Tonsing at:</div>
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<span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>WVIZ iPad Great Race</strong></span>: Mr. O'Donnell, Mr. Thompson, Mr. Kennedy, Ms. Brier, and Ms. BW participated in a technology adventure/competition sponsored by public television. This professional development opportunity required our two teams to use GPS devices and iPad mini's to solve clues and gather data. We used insights gleaned from the experience to create interactive technology based lessons that were judged by middle school students.</div>
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Not only did our staff learn and bond during this PD event, MPA took both first and second place in the competition, winning an iPad mini.</div>
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<br />We are looking forward to bringing this concept "home" during our staff inservice days in August. MPA teachers will have the opportunity to learn how to use our new iPads through an abbreviated version of the event.</div>
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<br /><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>WVIZ iPad for Education Conference</strong></span>: Ms. Rokas, Ms. Nagy, Ms. Ford, Ms. Kneidle and Ms. BW attended iPad introductory training at WVIZ. We walked away with fabulous strategies and ap suggestions that will help with classroom management as well as student growth.</span></div>
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<span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>National School Counselor Conference</strong></span>: Jim Kennedy attended this event to help us build our Positive Behavior Supports (PBS). He attended sessions on robust advisories, peer mediation, under achievement, and much more.</div>
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<br /><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Institute on Academic Diversity</strong></span>: Ms. Shuder, Ms. Brier, Ms.Ford, Ms. Levien, Ms. Macey, and Ms. BW went to University of Virginia for the Institute on Academic Diversity for a full week of training. This week long session was facilitated by Carol Ann Tomlinson, a leader in the field of education, and focused on differentiation to promote student growth.</span></div>
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<span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Ohio Department of Education Teacher Evaluation System</strong></span>: Mr. Kennedy and Mrs. BW attended ODE training on the new Teacher Evaluation System in Columbus. This information will help us to grow our instructional team to foster student growth. </div>
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During the 2012-2013 school year the Menlo Park Academy instructional staff was hard at work creating the foundations of a robust curriculum. Curriculum maps and scope & sequence were completed to ensure that gaps/overlaps were identified. In 2013-2014 we will be delving deeper to define our courses of study in great detail. </div>
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<br />The MPA Board has approved the following support positions in this valuable work by our talented staff :</div>
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You will be receiving updates on this important work throughout the year. Parent volunteers would be valued in this process. If you have skill set to share, please contact Mrs. BW at:</div>
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<span style="color: #323232; font-size: 10pt;">If you have a child receiving special services there is a great year ahead! Our special education team will all be returning for the 2013-2014 school year to provide the continuity students need. In addition, Ms. Veturini, who worked with us in the past will be on campus 1.5 days to assist Ms. Levien with delivery of services.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 9pt;">5/24 - Friday - Multiples Day; Free Corn Dog Lunch; Power of the Pen Competition</span></div>
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<strong>5/27 - Monday - School Closed for Memorial Day</strong></div>
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5/29 - Wednesday - Assembly for yearbook signing</div>
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5/30 - Thursday - Field Day; <span style="font-size: 9pt;">Kindergarten Promotion</span></div>
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5/31 - Friday - 8th Grade Graduation</div>
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The WordMasters Challenge is a national competition for students that encourages growth in vocabulary and verbal reasoning. Each year, nearly 250,000 students from some of the best public and private schools throughout the United States participate in the WordMasters Challenge. The contest addresses higher-level word comprehension and verbal reasoning by challenging students to complete analogies based on relationships among words.</div>
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Excellence in the competition requires both a mastery of the meanings of the vocabulary words and thoughtful reasoning about the relationships between these words and more familiar language used in the competition's analogies.</div>
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This week MPA held our third round challenge meet for the Grade 5 Blue Division Wordmasters Challenge. Two MPA students received a perfect score!</div>
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<strong>Aria S. for their terrific work!</strong></div>
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Elizabeth C. took first place in her piano recital on Friday, May 17. She received 100% on her performance piece, "Ice Skating", and won a trophy. She has been playing for a year and a half. Congratulations, Elizabeth!</div>
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2013-2014 Paperwork Due in July</div>
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New and returning MPA students for next year will need to submit registration information for the 2013-2014 school year. The forms will be available online beginning approximately July 1st. An email notifying families of the forms availability will be sent out. Completed paperwork will be accepted at school on the following days:</div>
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Monday 7/22 - 9am-3pm</div>
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Tuesday 7/23 - 11:30am - 6:30pm</div>
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Wednesday 7/24 - 7am - 2:30pm</div>
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Please remember that all families - new and returning - must bring all completed forms, plus the materials fee, plus proof of residency dated in July 2013 (utility bill, mortgage or rent paperwork). We will not be able to accept incomplete paperwork. Please contact Mrs. Colby at MPA if you have any questions about what will be required. </div>
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Thanks for your assistance with this, and we look forward to seeing you in July!</div>
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The First Annual MPA Extravaganza was a huge success despite the weather! Thank you to all the parents & staff who jumped in to help us relocate to the indoors after a deceptively sunny late afternoon. </div>
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The student performances and art work were certainly the highlight of the evening. We have such a talented group of young people gracing the halls of Menlo Park Academy.</div>
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A huge thanks to Mellissa Adell, development coordinator, for all of her hard work and attention to detail in putting together a new event. </div>
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<strong>Embrace the Earth Extravaganza</strong></div>
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An amazing level of creativity was demonstrated in our first cake decorating contest. There were 25 fabulous cakes submitted which made voting a real challenge. Thank you to everyone who participated and a big congratulations to the winners:</div>
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First Place: Sophia Ross - Round Earth Cake with Heart on Top</div>
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Second Place: The VanGlahn Family - Compost Cake</div>
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Third Place: Mrs. B-W and daughters - Embrace Middle Earth Cake (Hobbit House)</div>
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Tuesday: Reward for Fabulous Fire Drill Behavior</div>
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Friday: Last Day Celebration (8th graders are asked to dress up NOT down for graduation activities)</div>
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Final grades will not be complete but MPA will be holding an abreviated version of our recognition assembly this Wednesday. Students who have participated in clubs/sports will be acknowledged. There will be time for students to sign yearbooks at the end of the assmbly.</div>
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Don't forget to check LOST and FOUND when you are in the building. All items left after June 1 will be donated to charity.</div>
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<span style="font-size: 10pt;">On Wednesday, May 29th there will be an all school assembly where students will have time to sign yearbooks. PLEASE mark this date on your calendar and remind your child to <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>bring his/her yearbook to school that day!</strong></span></span></div>
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Didn't pre-order a yearbook? We have 14 extra books to be sold on a first come, first serve basis. The price is $15.00 a book, and checks can be made out to Menlo Park Academy. Have your child bring payment to the main office to purchase a yearbook.</div>
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<span style="color: #e71d02; font-size: 14pt;"><strong>Kindergarten Promotion celebration, 5/30</strong></span><br /><span style="font-size: 10pt;">We are in need of volunteers who do not have a child in Kindergarten to help with set-up for Kindergarten Promotion on Thursday May 30th at 5pm. If you are able to help, please email Angie at </span><a href="" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: #2862c5; font-size: 10pt; outline: 0px; text-decoration: underline;">aplanisek@gmail.com. Thanks!</a></div>
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<span style="color: #e71d02; font-size: 19px;"><b>If you're handy with a video camera and editing software, we could use your help!</b></span><br /><span style="color: #333333; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', Verdana, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> MPA would like to include some brief video clips on our website. If you're handy with a video camera and editing software, we'd love to have your help producing them. Please contact Karen Peacock at <a href="mailto:karen@creativetechpartners.com" rel="nofollow" style="color: #2862c5; outline: 0px;" target="_blank" ymailto="mailto:karen@creativetechpartners.com">karen@creativetechpartners.com</a> if you can help out with this!</span></div>
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Field Day is coming Friday, May 30th and we DESPERATELY need you!</div>
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This year's event will be held at the YMCA. Rain or shine the fun will occur! Come make memories with your child.</div>
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Team t-shirts for Field Day should be delivered to students at school on the 29th. On May 30th - Field Day - students should wear their team shirt and weather-appropriate clothing and sneakers. Also, don't feel left out if you forgot to pre-order a shirt for yourself. We will have extra t shirts for sale at MPA on Field Day. The cost will be $5.00 for Youth-Adult XL, and $7.50 for extended sizes. Checks should be made out to Menlo Park Academy.</div>
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<span style="color: #e71d02; font-size: 19px;">Help us meet our goal of 100% family participation in this important fundraiser</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10pt;">The 2012-13 school year is coming to an end, but it's not too late to make a tax exempt </span><a href="" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: #2862c5; font-size: 10pt; outline: 0px; text-decoration: underline;">contribution</a><span style="font-size: 10pt;"> to the Annual Family and Friends Appeal. We would like to remind you, as a supporter of MPA that your contributions matter and play a significant role in helping us to provide challenging, rewarding educational experiences to all of our gifted learners: more than 335 students from over 40 school districts spread across 6 counties in Northeast Ohio - learning and growing together at MPA. </span></div>
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Please demonstrate your commitment to Menlo Park Academy by making a gift in support of the AFFA. </div>
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<a href="" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: #2862c5; outline: 0px; text-decoration: underline;">Don't miss the opportunity to give a tax-deductible donation right now</a>, or send a check to:<br />Menlo Park Academy </div>
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ATTN: Annual Fund<br />14440 Triskett Road<br />Cleveland, Ohio 4411</div>
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<span style="color: #e71d02;"><b>Sunday, June 2nd at 5pm</b></span><br /><span style="color: #333333; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', Verdana, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">The MPA afternoon with the Lake Erie Crushers is quickly approaching on June 2nd @ 5:05pm! <strong>Due to overwhelming demand, the deadline for the MPA afternoon with the Crushers has been extended!</strong> If you are interested in purchasing tickets, you now have until Friday, May 24th. This is a great way to celebrate the end of the school year! MPA students will be singing the National Anthem on the field and a lucky winner will be throwing out the 1st pitch! Please send in orders with checks made payable to MPA Boosters. <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=0017yUH5L_LRjuLEOeNcYB2AtZe73F4U4cA75GSblhtAe_xPbErywsmCbDnVORGK9Yi0AcpdXJJyNxJfmQmuuu0tY-5IxNs0ZxF76z00aNmvzMe1fQ1HbzVWoS1RvXSp3AikYsDXCENbT2gDdL05LUqCueyHKFzJl-pKwdnMMcGqvW7P3TpFiinO60GpRs_fa7mIL1vezc7rA8=" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: blue; outline: 0px;" target="_blank">Here's the flyer with all the details</a>!</span></div>
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Tuesday, June 4th at MPA</div>
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Want to take advantage of one last chance to volunteer this school year? Come by the school on Tuesday, June 4th, to help our teachers and staff get the classrooms ready for the summer. </div>
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Contact Mrs. B-W if you are availble for this much needed assistance. Even an hour of your time will help our teaching staff efficiently close out the year. Thanks!</div>
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Girl Scout Troop 70029 is now taking registrations for 2013-14 school year. <span style="font-size: 10pt;">Early Registration Deadline is June 9, 2013. We would WELCOME 5th Grade Juniors </span><span style="font-size: 10pt;">and 6th Grade Cadettes. If you have another age level of interest we can provide </span><span style="font-size: 10pt;">you contact information.If you cannot register now we will register again in the Fall. </span><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Thank you and Happy Summer!!!</span><div id="yui_3_7_2_1_1378305297404_19133">
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5/21 - Tuesday - Fashion Disaster Day</div>
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5/22-24 - Book Swap at school</div>
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5/22 - Wednesday - Retro Day/Favorite Animal</div>
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5/23 - Thursday - Famous Person Day; Extravaganza, 4-7pm</div>
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5/24 - Friday - Multiples Day; Free Corn Dog Lunch; Power of the Pen Competition</div>
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<strong>5/27 - Monday - School Closed for Memorial Day</strong></div>
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5/30 - Thursday - Field Day; <span style="font-size: 9pt;">Kindergarten Promotion</span></div>
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5/31 - Friday - 8th Grade Graduation</div>
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Congratulations to the MPA Boosters officers! At last Wednesday's meeting, officers for the 2013/2014 school year were chosen: Jessica Tonsing (President), Janie Zell (Vice-President), Pam Elliott (Secretary) and Willie Littlejohn (Treasurer).</div>
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Thanks for your willingness to serve, folks, and we look forward to seeing what fun and enriching activities you come up with for next year!</div>
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Kenny M, a 7th grader, attended Ohio Music Education Association's Solo and Ensemble competition on April 20th, at Aurora High School. He received a "1-Superior" rating for his alto saxophone solo, Sonatina-Divertimento #2 by W.A. Mozart. Congratulations, Kenny - can we convince you to perform an encore for us at the Extravaganza next week?</div>
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Kenny M, a 7th grader, attended Ohio Music Education Association's Solo and Ensemble competition on April 20th, at Aurora High School. He received a "1-Superior" rating for his alto saxophone solo, Sonatina-Divertimento #2 by W.A. Mozart. Congratulations, Kenny - can we convince you to perform an encore for us at the Extravaganza next week?</div>
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Some of Cleveland's finest musicians, including Menlo Park Academy's own Marysa Tigue, will play a tribute to The Rolling Stones on Cleveland's Fox 8 Morning Show on Wednesday, May 22. Fox 8 in the Morning airs at 6:30am to 9:00am, weekdays. After Fox 8 in the Morning, the band, "Jim Tigue and Friends" will headline at Night Town in Cleveland Heights to play two sets of all Rolling Stones music. The show will benefit Roots of American music-- raising funds to help inner city students achieve academic goals using traditional American music such as blues, country, bluegrass, folk, jazz and gospel. If you're interested in learning more about her upcoming concert or where to purchase tickets, please <a href="mailto:marysa.tigue@menloparkacademy.com" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: #333333; outline: 0px;" target="_blank" ymailto="mailto:marysa.tigue@menloparkacademy.com">contact Mrs. Tigue directly</a>.</div>
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Last week we celebrated teacher & staff appreciation week. During that time the MPA staff was presented with such affection and recognition that our cup really did run over! The generosity that all of you brought to the occasion was overwhelming. I know I speak for all the staff when I extend a hearfelt THANK YOU for everything.</div>
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Guest Readers: Lower school teachers made special visits this week to read to the studens they will be receiving next year. This fun, reading focused time gave students an opportunity to meet their new teachers.</div>
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Dr. John Becker. Dr. Becker has authored numerous books both non-fiction as well as fiction. Our students grades k-5 will participate in assemblies the day of his visit. He will also enlighten our 2nd graders to the mysteries of big cats and assist our 5th grade writers in a focused writer workshop.</div>
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There will be a student/author luncheon held as well, allowing budding authors to ask more focused questions. Interested students submitted questions for the author to classroom teachers. Those names were then randomly drawn by grade level to participate in the event.</div>
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You can learn more about Dr. Becker's work here:</div>
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Students may purchase books and have them signed by the author during this day long event. If you are interested in this opportunity, please send a check written to Dr. John Becker in a sealed envelope with your child on Thursday. Cost of his books are as follows:</div>
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Student Writing: The Embrace the World Extravaganza on May 23rd will showcase student writing done over the past weeks. There will be a display table for finished Young Author pieces for families to read. This will be a great chance for everyone to see how accomplished our Young Authors are!</div>
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<strong>Embrace the Earth Extravaganza</strong></div>
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<span style="text-decoration: underline;">What</span>: Make a Cake and Decorate It with the Extravaganza Theme "Embrace the Earth"</div>
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<span style="text-decoration: underline;">When</span>: Thursday, May 23</div>
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Bring Your Cake To School in the Morning -</div>
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Students, Staff, and Parents Will Vote for the Most Creative Cake</div>
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<span style="text-decoration: underline;">Why</span>: WIN * WIN * WIN</div>
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1st Place - Fabulous Trophy and $20.00 in Movie Tickets</div>
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2nd Place - $10.00 in Movie Tickets</div>
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3rd Place - 5 Dress Down Passes (good for this year or next)</div>
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All cakes will be used in the cake walk game that evening at the extravaganza. Students will have the opportunity to win their favorite cake!</div>
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CULTURES - ENVIRONMENTAL - WORLD FLAGS - ANIMALS - FLOWERS - TECHNOLOGY - EXTREME WEATHER - HISTORICAL EVENTS -</div>
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Get those wacky outfits ready - Spirit Week is coming! Here are the dress-up themes for each day; students who wish to participate can skip the usual dress code clothes as long as their outfit is "in theme" for the day!</div>
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Monday: Hawaiian Day</div>
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Thursday: Famous Person Day</div>
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Friday: Multiples Day</div>
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We can't wait to see the creative clothes our students dream up for these days!</div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-size: 10pt;">Spring is in the air, and preparations for the first-annual MPA "Embrace the World" Extravaganza are well under way. This event will feature games, a student art show, crafts, tasty treats, music and fun for the whole family! </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 18pt;"><span style="color: #333333; font-size: 10pt;">The Boosters will be having a bake sale at the upcoming World Extravaganza event on May 23rd (4-7pm). If you are interested in donating baked goods for this event, please email </span><a href="" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: #333333; font-size: 10pt; outline: 0px; text-decoration: underline;">boosters@menloparkacademy.com</a> </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 14pt;">Seeking volunteers for Thursday, May 23 from 2-8 pm at MPA.</span><span style="color: #333333; font-size: 10pt;"> </span></div>
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We are seeking student musicians to perform at various locations throughout the Embrace the World Extravaganza. Students can sign up to perform at:</div>
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<span style="color: #ff6d0b;"><strong>EDISON CLUB</strong></span></div>
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<br />Edison club will be in operation during the "Embrace the Earth Extravaganza". Please note that students will NOT be able to attend the extravaganza without parents. We hope that you will be able to attend with your child, but if not, MPA wants to ensure that students have the consistency of their after care program. You may pick your child up in the computer lab on May 23.</div>
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The "Embrace the Earth Extravaganza" will begin at 4:00 on Thursday, May 23. Since much of the parking lot will be needed for activities and games there will be an adjusted carline procedure. A map and directions for that pick up will be sent seperately next week. </div>
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Thanks to our intrepid volunteers, the 2012-2013 MPA yearbooks will arrive next week! Yearbooks will be given directly to the students who pre-ordered them. Students will be asked to sign that they have received a yearbook. </div>
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On Wednesday, May 29th there will be an all school assembly where students will have time to sign yearbooks. PLEASE mark this date on your calendar and remind your child to bring his/her yearbook to school that day!</div>
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Didn't pre-order a yearbook? We have 14 extra books to be sold on a first come, first serve basis. The price is $15.00 a book, and checks can be made out to Menlo Park Academy. Have your child bring payment to the main office to purchase a yearbook.</div>
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<span style="color: #ff6d0b; font-size: 20pt;"><strong>MPA Book Exchange Next Week</strong></span></div>
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<span style="color: #e71d02; font-size: 19px;"><b>Bring in your old books exchange them for others!</b></span><br /><span style="color: #333333; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', Verdana, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10pt;">Not sure what to read next? Dive into your summer reading by trading in your well-read books for some "new" ones! </span><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Y</span><span style="font-size: 10pt;">our used books will be collected Monday 5/20-Tuesday 5/21. Boxes will be located outside the gym doors. Then Wednesday 5/22-Friday 5/24 students who brought in books will be able to select the same number of books to bring home with them.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #ff6d0b; font-size: 18pt;"><strong>Free Corn Dog Lunch from the Boosters!</strong></span><br /><span style="color: #e71d02; font-size: 14pt;"><strong>Friday, May 24th </strong></span> </div>
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To acknowledge all of the students who have voiced their desire for Corn Dogs at lunch, the MPA Boosters will offer a FREE CORN DOG lunch on Friday, May 24th. Please fill out and return <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001o6GvotV4zxiPoZM62HsRGvYIoZGNm0NSM7tX3zKHHUFNoKm4xahTGTMLGnFxOvEan47ZD1y30sRuNEjG94bMf3Wz91vk76p98Yt6LOmcwDWVXBDybPF3xerbySjQhRgjAS9PhKmTKIe0KpbXFRXfZxLbW1fWTTUQ_0P5FAB8l5UwNfolhtRBXwEt6vGtHS-fmetpYnWHGx8=" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: blue; outline: 0px;" target="_blank">the attached flyer </a>with the name of your child/children who would like to participate! Lunch will consist of a Corn Dog, Applesauce, Animal Crackers and a 100% juice box. Please note, <strong>you MUST return the flyer with your child/children's names by Monday, 5/20 to ensure your child can participate</strong>.</div>
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Field Day is coming Friday, May 30th and we still need volunteers!<a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001o6GvotV4zxg41tTcI8xnGtGuYwCGoOM1aUPAK0bi-YEUQzwCK2Io67dF3P9H7n6FSrYqsaZeynkpCLU4OJjRipbyEEL2pQXTew8Wzbph_Zyql8yHIS7F0g4EkvOyYls1W93J-B06fFpZ-uOdquVrA6tClmyBCxyAgUoLPQJR6_nmUeTFVQK4MQ5sACV-KxVbtr5poi2Zehg=" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: #333333; outline: 0px;" target="_blank">Please see the attached flyer and send into school if you are interested in volunteering</a>. If you have any questions, please email Tina Garlauskas, <a href="" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: #2862c5; outline: 0px; text-decoration: underline;">garlauskas@ymail.com. </a>This is a great way to fulfill numerous volunteer hours and have fun doing it. </div>
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Team t-shirts for Field Day should be delivered to students at school on the 29th. On May 30th - Field Day - students should wear their team shirt and weather-appropriate clothing and sneakers. Also, don't feel left out if you forgot to pre-order a shirt for yourself. We will have extra t shirts for sale at MPA on Field Day. The cost will be $5.00 for Youth-Adult XL, and $7.50 for extended sizes. Checks should be made out to Menlo Park Academy.</div>
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<span style="font-size: 10pt;">MPA would like to use YOUR photos from Lego Olympiad, Invention Convention, and CONSEF. If you've got any great pictures, send them to <a href="" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: #2862c5; outline: 0px; text-decoration: underline;">Karen@creativetechpartners.com. Thanks!</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10pt;">Menlo Park has been partnering with the YMCA to provide Physical Education opportunities for your children. Together we are reworking the course offerings to better meet student needs. Please take a few minutes to complete </span><a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001o6GvotV4zxgivkBlrIFnMOXJ5_jSGm-lGOQGt1JRMI52Be_K78_RVuMpd4FPBzPoQj7MQOgeExmQ0iPVbs4MdhAP32rsmFiyXshOaoLCC5fxFmDBeoaD20ZPJfTmyNQjQrPe4lz2yAWCPMYAIn3zsotXJnyJBqGwfmMPV233XFBSYhtj2hEboHBgOChDT4yTI2Zaj5-mAmMGDfFilWi2SQ==" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: #333333; outline: 0px;" target="_blank">this brief survey</a>.</div>
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<span style="font-size: 10pt;">The 2012-13 school year is coming to an end, but it's not too late to make a tax exempt </span><a href="" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: #2862c5; font-size: 10pt; outline: 0px; text-decoration: underline;">contribution</a><span style="font-size: 10pt;"> to the Annual Family and Friends Appeal. We would like to remind you, as a supporter of MPA that your contributions matter and play a significant role in helping us to provide challenging, rewarding educational experiences to all of our gifted learners: more than 335 students from over 40 school districts spread across 6 counties in Northeast Ohio - learning and growing together at MPA. </span></div>
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ATTN: Annual Fund<br />14440 Triskett Road<br />Cleveland, Ohio 4411</div>
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<span style="color: #e71d02;"><b>Sunday, June 2nd at 5pm</b></span><br /><span style="color: #333333; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', Verdana, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">The MPA afternoon with the Lake Erie Crushers is quickly approaching on June 2nd @ 5:05pm! <strong>Due to overwhelming demand, the deadline for the MPA afternoon with the Crushers has been extended!</strong> If you are interested in purchasing tickets, you now have until Friday, May 24th. This is a great way to celebrate the end of the school year! MPA students will be singing the National Anthem on the field and a lucky winner will be throwing out the 1st pitch! Please send in orders with checks made payable to MPA Boosters. <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001o6GvotV4zxh6_4XrqF7npxiC2ykQmOysGfMr11drKnN4TWpMgs3QdwuHODfWxCPK-2_sVxsl7TO0U88_XkorNzNlKpDU1aTQ-nMuy94BeYAnAzGUZaqgLwtzjTh1QiF11htj_i9YS9ObtOmMOH5kYiZSzuAq-K-MAXrSrAkPmX3tXmcdHTsrS4Ao9KCoOGyXUdve4KYgqEs=" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: blue; outline: 0px;" target="_blank">Here's the flyer with all the details</a>!</span></div>
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Girl Scout Troop 70029 is now taking registrations for 2013-14 school year. <span style="font-size: 10pt;">Early Registration Deadline is June 9, 2013. We would WELCOME 5th Grade Juniors </span><span style="font-size: 10pt;">and 6th Grade Cadettes. If you have another age level of interest we can provide </span><span style="font-size: 10pt;">you contact information.If you cannot register now we will register again in the Fall. </span><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Thank you and Happy Summer!!!</span><div>
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5/3 - Friday - Middle School Dance</div>
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5/6-5/10 - 6th Mohican Trip</div>
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<strong>5/10 - Friday - Inservice Day, no school for students</strong></div>
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5/11 - Saturday - Invention Convention Regional Competition</div>
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5/13-5/17 - Young Author's Week</div>
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5/18- Saturday - Soapbox Derby</div>
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5/23 - Thursday - Extravaganza, 4-7pm</div>
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5/24 - Friday - Power of the Pen Competition</div>
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<strong>5/27 - Monday - School Closed for Memorial Day</strong></div>
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5/30 - Thursday - Field Day; <span style="font-size: 9pt;">Kindergarten Promotion</span></div>
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5/31 - Friday - 8th Grade Graduation</div>
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<span style="font-size: 9pt;">6/2 - Sunday - MPA night at the Crushers baseball game</span></div>
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<span style="color: #e71d02; font-size: 14pt;">7:00-8:30 (5-8 Grade)</span><br /><br />The last middle school dance of the year will be held on Friday, May 3. The students decided on a Hawaiian theme with casual clothing.<br />
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Our fabulous end of year field day is coming up. This is a great way to fulfill numerous volunteer hours and have fun doing it. Please complete the attached volunteer form and send it to school with your child.</div>
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<span style="color: #e71d02;"><b>To be held Wednesday, May 8th at 6pm</b></span><br /><span style="color: #333333; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', Verdana, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Remember, the final Boosters meeting will take place on Wednesday, May 8th @ 6pm. Officers will be elected at this meeting. If you are interested in either the President, Vice President, Secretary or Treasurer position, please submit your name for consideration to </span><a href="" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: #333333; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', Verdana, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">boosters@menloparkacademy.com</a></div>
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<span style="color: #e71d02;"><b>Sunday, June 2nd at 5pm</b></span><br /><span style="color: #333333; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', Verdana, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">The MPA afternoon with the Lake Erie Crushers is quickly approaching on June 2nd @ 5:05pm! Don't miss your chance to purchase tickets to celebrate the close of the 2012/2013 school year. Tickets are $9 each and can be ordered using <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001LpWnRgc2imJ4rP3mfi7Pg_E6qrSfv-yfdyDrv_rv2ZmbAqH0PMyBHWCeYteRc7qRNbUE_33-RnT7m7XXfYSK6xcNqlS3_qKn4KHdiwhfZ2xPUxpQ6YK1IOidTHpll1njlBaMewwrkjtaDWCo_r2guqrlsFaymuZnjenZQ3frckoTTOImREBzPLuj6d1MCIvVv_K2T1_WVoc=" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: #333333;" target="_blank">this flyer</a>. All ticket orders are due by Monday, May 6th, in order to be guaranteed seats in the MPA section.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #e71d02; font-size: 19px;">Keep on clipping - they really add up!</span></div>
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THANK YOU to all of the parents who have sent in Campbell's Labels, Coke bottle tops and ink cartridges!!! Because of you we were able to purchase a TON of field day, recess and gym supplies as well as many necessities for the teachers lounge!<br />
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The Box Tops competition has come to a close. Congratulations goes out to both Mrs. Curkowicz & Mrs. Nagy's classrooms! Mrs. Curkowicz's class sent in a total of 2066 Box Tops and Mrs. Nagy's class was close behind with 2034! Since these classes were so close, both will receive a popcorn party as a reward! Although the year is coming to a close, please continue to send in your Box Tops, we can use them for next year! </div>
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Recognition Corner</div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-size: 10pt;">Congratulations to sixth grader Olivia M., who won the Scholastic /Scopes "Sit-In" Essay contest. </span></div>
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Also, Teresa S. (7th), Emily C. (7th) and Marika O. (8th) will be representing MPA at the state Power of the Pen Writing Tournament in Wooster, Ohio on May 24. Best of luck, ladies!</div>
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Embrace the World Extravaganza</div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-size: 10pt;">Spring is in the air, and preparations for the first-annual MPA "Embrace the World" Extravaganza are well under way. This event will feature games, a student art show, crafts, tasty treats, music and fun for the whole family! It's a way for our students to have fun while we honor the volunteers who have made this such a great year. </span><span style="color: #333333; font-size: 10pt;">All families that have logged their volunteer hours online this year will be sent game and food tickets that can be used at the Extravaganza. </span><span style="color: #333333; font-size: 10pt;">We will also have some special recognition for volunteers throughout the evening. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 18pt;"><span style="color: #333333; font-size: 10pt;">The Boosters will be having a bake sale at the upcoming World Extravaganza event on May 23rd (4-7pm). If you are interested in donating baked goods for this event, please email </span><a href="" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: #333333; font-size: 10pt;">boosters@menloparkacademy.com</a> </span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-size: 10pt;">Thank you to everyone that has brought in contributions for classroom/advisory baskets! The deadline has been extended, since the baskets will be used at the Embrace the World Extravaganza. The new deadline is May 15, and students that contribute to their classroom's basket may dress down on that day. For specific details on your student(s)'s classroom basket theme, please </span><a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001LpWnRgc2imKI9-8uhqbm0qzTj5RWfHTtX1Ol19H_Se4cUmnpTAgwcAEogQjD3gryryQd8ke7IJaIviVMSh7XKgf4ZVYXEY-p6phScFFty7iwgOICDeSm35BUzR1iouLQ6hxjihCjGVAoSy4dp0gevEKclRozxiFg7SAmJmln1iFsBbu5whIOWrbaJPc5tCGqit4QOrRnyFo=" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="color: blue; font-size: 10pt;" target="_blank">*click here*</a><span style="color: #333333; font-size: 10pt;"> </span></div>
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Please let <a href="" rel="nofollow" shape="rect">Melissa Adell</a>, Development Coordinator, know if you have any carnival games or crafts that can be used as booths for our carnival. Items that we are seeking to borrow include:<br />
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<li style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Karaoke CDs</span></li>
<li style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Stamps shaped like kisses</span></li>
<li style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Large Plastic container (ex: bulk pretzel container)</span></li>
<li style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Snow cone machine</span></li>
<li style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Cotton Candy Machine</span></li>
<li style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Ring toss set</span></li>
<li style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Spin-a-wheel (like Wheel of Fortune)</span></li>
<li style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Magnetic or Velcro dart set</span></li>
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If you have any of these materials that you would like to lend or donate, please reach out to Melissa Adell (<a href="" rel="nofollow" shape="rect">melissa.adell@menloparkacademy.com</a>; <a href="" rel="nofollow">(216) 539-0422</a>)<br />
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Please reach out to Melissa Adell if you have any questions or ideas to make this event a success- <a href="" rel="nofollow" shape="rect">melissa.adell@menloparkacademy.com</a>; <a href="" rel="nofollow" shape="rect">(216) 539-0422</a>)</div>
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<span style="color: #e71d02; font-size: 14pt;">Seeking volunteers for Thursday, May 23 from 2-8 pm at MPA.</span><br />
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We are seeking student musicians to perform at various locations throughout the Embrace the World Extravaganza. Students can sign up to perform at:<br />
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<span style="color: #e71d02; font-size: 14pt;"><strong>Your Feedback Needed</strong></span><br /></div>
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Menlo Park has been parntering with the YMCA to provide Physical Education opportunities for your children. Together we are reworking the course offerings to better meet student needs. Please take a few minutes to complete this brief survey.</div>
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Last Saturday, the JV boys lost 19-13 to the Sonics in Lakewood. The team finished their Spring Season with a 6-2 record, good for a 2nd place finish and the boys will receive runner-up trophies. Congratulations on a successful season, guys!</div>
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The Varsity boys rebounded from 2 tough Saturday losses to win 2 exciting games on Sunday in the 2013 Midwest Spring Slam basketball tourney. In Game #1 on Sunday, the boys trailed 20-15 late in the second half, but used a 7-0 run to close out the game and win 22-20 over Geauga. The parents and family of the players jumped for joy as the buzzer sounded, but we quickly had a second game at the Rocky River Rec Center just 2 hours later. In Game #2, the Wizards jumped out to a 9 point lead in the first half, let the lead drop down to 2 early in the second half, but the defense stood strong and they beat Ridgewood 40-33. The win placed the boys in the Top 5 of the tourney standings, will receive medals for their accomplishment and will be remembered as the first MPA Basketball team to medal in an AAU tourney (which is a tough accomplishment for any team). Congrats Varsity Wizards on a huge effort!!!!</div>
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Congratulations to our 2013 LEGO OLYMPIAD WINNERS:</div>
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<span style="color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><br /><span style="color: #333333; font-size: 10pt;">OPEN PRE K - 1 Third Place: Faith A., Ssaanvi S., Robin K., Josie M.</span><br /><br /><span style="color: #333333; font-size: 10pt;">OPEN 2ND GRADE Second Place: Jake P., Aidan S., Will G., Lilian V., Ananya M.</span><br /><br /><span style="color: #333333; font-size: 10pt;">OPEN 2ND GRADE Third Place: Eitan E., Antonio R., Brenna L., Lewis F.</span><br /><br /><span style="color: #333333; font-size: 10pt;">OPEN 3RD GRADE First Place: Mary M., Alexander S., Alyssa T., Ian M., Connor K.</span><br /><br /><span style="color: #333333; font-size: 10pt;">OPEN 4TH GRADE First Place: Rahul S., Krish S., Suneal S., Andrew K</span><br /><br /><span style="color: #333333; font-size: 10pt;">OPEN 5TH GRADE Third Place: Dylan C., Miles M., Talon B.</span><br /><br /><span style="color: #333333; font-size: 10pt;">THEME GRADE 5 First Place: Sam P., Liya E., Joey C., Chloe V., Hazen D.</span><br /><br /><span style="color: #333333; font-size: 10pt;">PEOPLE'S CHOICE : Rahul S., Krish S., Suneal S., Andrew K </span></span></div>
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Thanks again to all the volunteers who helped the teams train, acted as chaperons, and cheered our builders on at the event! </div>
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If you borrowed Legos from the school to participate in this event, please make sure that you return them! We're still missing a few tubs of bricks ...</div>
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<span style="color: #e71d02;"><strong>Your Insight Matters</strong></span><br /></div>
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It has been a year of growth for Menlo Park. We have come a long way but have much left to do. Your insights on what has been successful and what should be a focus in 2013-2014 is incredibly valuable! Please take a few minutes to complete the parent survey posted online at the American Educational Consultants website. The survey will be available for completion begining Thursday, April 18 and will remain open until Friday, May 3. You may access it at:<br />
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<span style="color: #e71d02; font-size: 19px;">Help us meet our goal of 100% family participation in this important fundraiser</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10pt;">The 2012-13 school year is coming to an end, but it's not too late to make a tax exempt</span><a href="" rel="nofollow" shape="rect" style="font-size: 10pt;">contribution</a><span style="font-size: 10pt;"> to the Annual Family and Friends Appeal. We would like to remind you, as a supporter of MPA that your contributions matter and play a significant role in helping us to provide challenging, rewarding educational experiences to all of our gifted learners: more than 335 students from over 40 school districts spread across 6 counties in Northeast Ohio - learning and growing together at MPA. </span><br />
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Please demonstrate your commitment to Menlo Park Academy by making a gift in support of the AFFA.<br />
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<a href="" rel="nofollow" shape="rect">Don't miss the opportunity to give a tax-deductible donation right now</a>, or send a check to:<br />Menlo Park Academy <br />
ATTN: Annual Fund<br />14440 Triskett Road<br />Cleveland, Ohio 4411</div>
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