Newsflash, October 29th

Friday Newsflash
October 29, 2010


I. Harvest Parties-
The Children's Hour Academy would like to thank everyone who donated items toward Harvest Parties. We also thank all parents who were able to come and experience the fun with us. We appreciate you working with us to make every party a success.

II. New Family-
We would like to welcome Bijan Daiisadejhi to the Jean Rd. campus. Be sure to say hello and give a warm welcome to his parents Hoss and Natasha. Bijan recently joined Ms. Gina's preschool class.

III. New Teacher-
Jean Road and the rest of the Children's Hour Academy would like to welcome Naghmeh Paurassef to the teaching team. Naghmeh has three years of experience in the early childhood field. Naghmeh will be working part-time and assisting Ms. Gina in the preschool class.

IV. Poinsettia Sale-
It is that time again, time to order your Holiday Poinsettias. This year we will be offering all sizes in red, pink, white, burgundy, and Marble (pink and white petals). If you have ordered Poinsettias in the past you know that they are of the highest quality and are exceptionally beautiful. They are a classy way to decorate your home or office. All of the order forms are attached to this email, and if you are confused about what to order, there will be more information in your mailboxes on Monday. Be sure to turn in your orders no later than November 12th. All checks need to be made payable to The Children's Hour Academy Foundation (CHAF).

V. Auction Meeting-
Are you good at organizing or planning events or fundraisers? Our Children's Hour Academy Foundation Auction is our largest fundraising event of the year. It is not to late to be a part of the Auction Planning Committee. Feel free to attend the next Auction Meeting on November 2nd at 5 pm at the Meridian Campus library.

VI. Scholastic-
Current Scholastic orders are due November 12th. This is a great time to order your Thanksgiving books. Also, now is the time to start thinking about Christmas gifts. Everyone loves a great book!

VII. Upcoming School Closures-
School will be closed next Friday, November 5th and the following Thursday, November 11th. Friday the fifth will be a teacher in-service and on the eleventh we will be holding parent-teacher conferences. Don't forget to sign up on your child's classroom door for a conference time.

VIII. Facebook and CHA Blog
Do you know all of the latest CHA news? Please follow us on facebook at www.facebook.com/thechildrenshouracademy and the CHA Blog at www.chaconnection.blogspot.com

IX. Stone Soup Luncheon
The Stone Soup Luncheon is coming up soon. Be sure to save the date. All family members are invited to eat lunch with us in order to celebrate giving and sharing. Both campuses will be having their Stone Soup Luncheon on Wednesday, November 24th.

X. Menu for Next Week-
Monday 11/1- Chicken nuggets, green beans, pears

Look for your November Menu to be sent to you next week!