May 29, 2012

Dear Parents and Guardians,

     Because this is likely to be our final newsletter of the school year, I really must acknowledge some tremendous support we’ve received from parents. I am thankful to all parents who check their child’s planner at night or otherwise reinforce the message that school is important. I’m grateful for the effort parents make to come to school to meet with teachers, attend special events, or chaperone field trips. 

     One small cluster of parents, those on our P.T.O., organized a series of events that have had a wonderfully positive impact on the Daley School community this year. They have promoted responsible citizenship through Student of the Month awards, and by organizing fifth & sixth grade socials have generated great school spirit among our younger students. Recently, they honored our teachers with a Teacher Appreciation Lunch. These P.T.O. parents have given freely of their time and shown a great deal of effort. Their support helps us to succeed as a community and succeed in providing a more nurturing, spirit-filled environment for all of our children. We are very grateful. 

     Finally, please support us by attending our final family event of the year, the School Fair, on Thursday, 5/31. Student work and productions from grades 5 & 6, as well as music and writing classes, will be featured from 6:30 – 8:00 pm. Beforehand, from 5:30 – 6:30pm, you can come eat at our cookout while being entertained by our school band. It promises to be a lot of fun for the whole family! (See the sign-up notice in this newsletter.)

Sincerely,

Liam Skinner, Principal

BAND Update!

Monday Night Band members will attend the Great East Festival and Six Flags Park field trip on Friday, May 25 from 6:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. The field trip is open to band members who participate in the Monday Night Band Program. The beginner and Intermediate bands will perform band selections for judges who will award the band a platinum, gold, silver, or bronze plaque based on their performance. The adjudication takes place at West Springfield High School, in West Springfield, MA, and after the judging performance, the band will enjoy the afternoon at Six Flags Park.

Mr. Korajczyk
Instrumental Music Specialist and Band Director