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A Note from Mr. Wilson, Principal
Dear Arcola Families,
We are in the second month of school and moving full speed ahead! The staff at Arcola Elementary is committed to making the most of these very important elementary years. You are a major contributor to your child’s school success, and we look forward to working together to provide the best for your child.
Our Back-to-School Nights were well attended, and I hope all who participated left with a better understanding of the curriculum and an enthusiasm for all that lies ahead for the students. After briefly attending each session, I was left with a feeling of admiration and gratitude for the wonderful staff we have here at Arcola. Remember that communication is another important component to your child’s success. I encourage you to communicate regularly with your child’s teacher should questions or concerns arise or just to tell her/him what an outstanding job she/he is doing.
The PTA at Arcola is established and moving full speed ahead! I greatly appreciate those parents who have stepped up to chair the committees we needed to get started. Please join me in thanking the following Arcola parents:
Jim Collica- PTA President
Karla Aldebol- PTA Co-Vice President
Walter Jones- PTA Co-Vice President
Erin Collica- PTA Secretary
Stacey Frank- PTA Treasurer
I also would like to acknowledge the many other parents who volunteered to participate behind the scenes of the various committees. This group of dedicated parents is in the process of getting our PTA fully functioning and operational. Please be on the lookout for upcoming meetings about the PTA and how you can get involved.
I really appreciate everyone’s support with getting our Free And Reduced Meal(FARMs) forms turned in; however, we still have a ways to go to ensure that every eligible family is taking advantage of this opportunity. This is a great benefit to the children as well as the school.
We are in the process of getting our After-School clubs started. Please stay tuned for more information about how to register your child.
Parents of students in Montgomery County Public Schools are encouraged to attend open house events in schools on Columbus Day—Monday, October 13, 2008. The staff and I welcome all parents and grandparents to our open house from 9:30 A.M.-11:30 A.M. This will give you a chance to see your child in his/her daily school activities. Parents in the classroom have a great influence on the class environment, but to keep it as normal as possible, I ask that you do not include younger siblings. Please make every effort to drop by!
Based upon feedback I received and in keeping with traditions from our feeder schools, Arcola Elementary does not recognize Halloween. Instead we will have a Fall Festival on Friday, October 31, 2008 that ALL students will feel comfortable participating in. More information about the activities and ways you can help will come under a separate letter from your classroom teacher.
Have a great October!
Sincerely,
Eric Wilson
Principal