What did I miss

PTA GENERAL MEETING ~ OCTOBER 10^th, 2011<= /p>

What did I miss? If you were not able to attend Oct. 10th PTA meeting, here is a quick overview:

*Conferences are next week. If you need more time with a teacher, request forms are located on tables in common area.

*Progressive Discipline: Overview of how system works

*Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI): Where did Horizon score on MSP & how do we compare? www.k12.wa.us Choose state report card, Central Valley, Horizon School for details

*School Safety: Details of the programs being addressed by classroom: Harassment & Bullying; Do you monitor your child’s t= exts & Facebook?

*Career Explorations: Specific options for 6^th, 7= ^th, & 8^th

Next Meeting: Feb. 1, 2012

Message from the Board: So far the year is off to a great= start with over 135 PTA members! Yeah! Members are nice … but involved members & volunteer= s are critical to reaching our goals of improved communication, family advocacy, & supporting academics & programs through fundraising. The biggest myth about Middle School is parents are no longer needed or welcome in the school! There are many ways = to be involved with your student – they just differ from Elementary. So take a moment to review the upcoming events & see where you can contribute. We promise to respect your time!=

Halloween Mixer: It’s M= unch & Mingle Time –Friday, Oct. 28^th 2:45-= 4:30 p.m. Students wearing costumes will be eligible for prizes. Pizza, Pop &a= mp; Snacks are provided at a low cost so yes, your student will need to bring about $5. There is background music & games & adult supervision. Parents are invited. We need help with food, prizes & ga= mes. Contact Chair: Nancy Bates if you can help - nancybates88@msn.com

Doest Thou Knowest about the Medieval Feast? <= /span>The focus for 7^th grade students this trimester for social studies= has been Medieval History. The “crowning” activity is a Medieval Feast hosted by PTA. The feast is Friday, Oct. 28^thduring the student’s lunch and class block. The upper gym is transformed to reflect Medieval Times. Students come to school dressed = in a costume for the feudal social class to which they have been assigned by t= heir teacher. Since it’s also spirit day, students can wear their costum= e all day & to the Halloween mixer that afternoon.

Parents are wel= come to attend with students while they eat & participate in activities related to the era. Look for an email next week asking parents to help pr= ovide food such as grapes, cheese, breads, etc. Top needs include extra costumes & decorations. Also would love to have anyone with juggling, magic tricks, or dance instruction talent. Visit the PTA website horizonmspta.com for a list of items still needed to make this event a success.= Contact Chair Alison Sta= m if you can help with items or day of the event: allisonstam@yahoo.com or 496-4353.

Horizon Middle School P.T.A

Harvest w/the Hawks: Join us Nov. 18th from 5:30 – 8:00 p.m. for an Italian dinner with a live & silent auction. We are raising mon= ey for school technology needs. This will be an adult only event. We are seeking donations for auc= tion items & help with organizing this event. Contact Ron= dielle if you can help @ 701-1912

OTH= ER STUFF THAT’S IMPORTANT!

Snack Attack: Very popular with students &= an easy way to be involved! Open Monday – Thursday from 2= :30 – 3:00 We sell snacks: Granola Bars, Pretzels, & Sports dri= nks all for under $1. Volunteers are urgently needed to keep this going! Chair: Wendy twdingus@comcasat.net