Lower School Newsletter from Wade Putnal

April 21^st, 2016

Our mission at First Presbyterian Day School is to educate and equip students to change the world for God’s glory.

ELEMENTARY (1^st-5^th grade) FIELD DAY - Friday, May 13^th- 9:15 to 12noon. Half-day early dismissal for 1^st-5^th grades. (3K, Pre-K, K students regular school hours, 8:15-3pm.)

Bracelets for “Haitian Hope” and “Threads of Hope” are on sale now for $2 in the office. Proceeds will benefit these ministries to the poor in Haiti and the Philippines.

CHECK OUT our SUMMER CAMP brochure online! Through FPD’s Center for Discovery, students can explore, play, discover, learn, and create this summer. Classes include sports, crafts, pets, baking, music, Harry Potter - there is something for every student! All are hosted on our campus by caring instructors who teach according to FPD’s Core Values. Bring your friends, neighbors, and cousins! For info and registration, visit: www.fpdmacon.org/summercamps/ or email: elizabeth.leslein@fpdmacon.org

FPD’s uniform consignment sale is May 23^rd – 24^th in the MAC. You may buy and sell new and/or gently-used FPD uniform items, any item purchased in The Viking Store, and other school-related items. For security issues, we ask that items with an FPD logo not be donated locally. Any FPD item can be donated to the school year-round, by dropping off at The Viking Store or school office. Tax donation letters available. Email renita.eversole@fpdmacon.org with questions.

DROP OFF DAYS:                               SALE DAYS:

Mon - Wed, May 16^th-18^th, 8am-6pm            Mon, May 23^rd- Full price – 8am-6pm

Thurs - Friday, May 19^th-20^th, 8am-4pm        Tues, May 24^th- Half price – 8am-6pm

PICKUP: Wed, May 25^th - 8a-noon

SUMMER READING – Every FPD student is encouraged to read LOTS this summer! Please check the website for details regarding your child’s required reading and bookreports to be completed for ALL rising students in 1^st-5^th grade.

(Those entering grades 4-6 are required to read several select books listed here, which will be on sale at our Summer Reading Book Fair in the Media Center soon.)

***Entering 4th grade: Students must choose ONE: Because of Winn Dixie by Kate DiCamillo; Hatchet by Gary Paulsen; The One and Only Ivan by Katherine Applegate; The Magician’s Nephew by C.S. Lewis; OR Lunch Money by Andrew Clements

***Entering 5th grade: Students must read Frindle by Andrew Clements.

***Entering 6th grade: Students must read Wonder by R.J. Palacio.

There will be other required books as well. Check the school website for details.

MOMS: The parenting conference at First Presbyterian Church is Wed., May 11^th, with Ginger Hubbard, author of “Don’t Make Me Count to Three!” on. Register before May 4 via email: msanchez@fpcmacon.org.

CAMP WOODMEN: Children ages 8-15 may enjoy this 5-day, overnight camp June 6-10, at Camp Kaleo in Monroe County, sponsored by Woodmen of the World. Activities include obstacle course, archery, kayaking, games, fishing and swimming. Call 478-719-3958 or email: jrspires@woodmen.org for more info.

The Viking Store News: We’re the perfect place for end-of-year or graduation gifts. We carry red & black nail polish/decals, Pomchie brand hair accessories, washable lanyards, car accessories, FPD Spikes for drinks in the sand, and T-shirts for summer fun. On Sale now: $10 T-shirts, long sleeve T-shirts 20% off; outerwear 20% off. Open school days 7:45a – 3:30p in the MAC lobby.

THANK YOU for donating during our Goodwill Donation contest. FPD Elementary tied for first place and received a generous check! Mrs. Justice’s 3^rd grade class won for highest classroom participation percentage and will receive a pizza and ice cream party!

                   *** COMING UP ***

·         5^th Grade trip to Washington, DC – April 25-29

·         4^th Grade trip to Tybee Island (Burton 4H Center) – April 27-28

·         All library books are due Wednesday, May 4^th.

·      Elementary Field Day (1^st – 5^th grades) – May 13^th – 9:15-noon

·      May 21^st - FPD Graduation at Ingleside Baptist Church, 12:00 noon

·      May 23^rd - Elementary Honors Program, 1:30 pm, Clark Fine Arts auditorium

·      May 24^th – 5^th Grade Graduation, 7 pm, Clark Fine Arts auditorium

·      May 25^th - NO LATE START – LAST DAY OF SCHOOL – Half day/early dismissal at 11:45; Year-end celebration at 10:15 am; no lunch served