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Principal's Newsletter -- All Together Now

Many Riverdale students study the performing arts, both in and outside of school; we will celebrate and encourage those artistic endeavors on November 5th at the inaugural District Variety Show, "All Together Now." Students in grades K-12 are invited to audition and perform on our grade school stage. The audition swill be held on Thursday, October 20th from 3:45-6:00. Questions can be referred to this email address: rdalevarietyshow@gmail.com

I want to thank the entire parent community for partnering with us for such a productive two days of conferences. We couldn't help but notice how many varietals of the cold are out there right now. We will speak with the kids at school next week about the importance of hand-washing, but if you could address it at home as well we will all be able to keep distance from the sniffles. Too, our PTC provided amazing meals to keep the teachers going these past two days -- thank you very much!

Finally, I'd like to encourage participation in the week's Superintendent's State of the District Briefing, scheduled for 7:00 on Wednesday evening. Dr. MacNamara began (or reinvigorated) this tradition last year and it is an important part of our community engagement process.

Principal's Newsletter 10/2/11

The Brand New* (Again) Fall Carnival was a hoot. Such a wonderful community event, and impeccably planned, as always. I got a bit wet, but the dunk tank crew was kind and blessed me with warm water. Once again, props to our fabulous PTC who, last week, brought us anti-bullying crusader and author Trudy Ludwig.

This Wednesday is Walk/Bike/Bus to School Day. I'd like to encourage everybody to participate as they are able. On Wednesday morning we will tabulate which grade level had the most participants and that class will receive a (TBD) age-appropriate activity-based reward.

Don't forget that Friday is a half day for students.

Likewise, Teen Read Week is approaching, and the West Linn library is rolling out some incredibly talented authors on Friday evening. Check it out.

Friday, October 7, 6:30 p.m.
Rain Boots Required YA Author Tour

In celebration of Teen Read Week, the library is hosting a panel of 5 (yes, 5!) authors of books for middle- and high-schoolers. After their presentations there will be a Q & A session, a book giveaway and signing. Books will be available for sale.

Stacey Wallace Benefiel--YA voice/ believable dialogue
Angela Carlie--the importance of place
Lisa Nowak--life experience as research
Rebecca Knight--writing flawed fantasy characters
Laura Elliot--TBA

Parental sign-in / sign-out required

Principal's Newsletter 10/2/11

The Brand New* (Again) Fall Carnival was a hoot. Such a wonderful community event, and impeccably planned, as always.

I got a bit wet, but the dunk tank crew was kind and blessed me with warm water.

Once again, props to our fabulous PTC who, last week, brought us anti-bullying crusader and author Trudy Ludwig.

This Wednesday is Walk/Bike/Bus to School Day. I'd like to encourage everybody to participate as they are able. On Wednesday morning we will tabulate which grade level had the most participants and that class will receive a (TBD) age-appropriate activity-based reward.

Likewise, Teen Read Week is approaching, and the West Linn library is rolling out some incredibly talented authors on Friday evening. Check it out.

Friday, October 7, 6:30 p.m.
Rain Boots Required YA Author Tour

In celebration of Teen Read Week, the library is hosting a panel of 5 (yes, 5!) authors of books for middle- and high-schoolers. After their presentations there will be a Q & A session, a book giveaway and signing. Books will be available for sale.

Stacey Wallace Benefiel--YA voice/ believable dialogue
Angela Carlie--the importance of place
Lisa Nowak--life experience as research
Rebecca Knight--writing flawed fantasy characters
Laura Elliot--TBA

Parental sign-in / sign-out required