Counselor's Corner

Counselor’s Corner – October

“Decorations and Costumes”
by Susan Causey, Elementary Counselor

         There are some decorations and costumes which fit for only certain times of the year. Yet, the bible tells us of decorations and costumes that are not only appropriate, but essential every day for living the life the Lord desires for us.

         The decorations are the words of the scripture. In Deuteronomy 11 we are instructed to, “Fix these words of mine in your hearts and minds; tie them as symbols on your hands and bind them on your foreheads. Teach them to your children, talking about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up. Write them on the doorframes of your house and on your gates.”

         The costume is the full armor of God found in Ephesians 6. This armor includes the “belt of truth,” “the breastplate of righteousness,” the gospel of peace for the feet, the “helmet of salvation”, and the “sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.” These you need so that you may stand firm when the battles come.

         What I have learned following a tragedy in my family is that God’s word is alive and it comes flooding back to you when you need it the most. It gives you peace, comfort, an eternal perspective, hope, joy, and trust. Be prepared and prepare your children. Make sure they are outfitted and decorated for the inevitable challenges in life.

Polka Dots

Sing and Dance in Your Polka Dot Pants!  This is the title of one of Eric Litwin's books.  He will visit FPD on November 5th, so plan for your child to wear some sort of POLKA DOTS that day! 

Here is the note from Mrs. Putnal...

Students may wear a polka dot shirt, polka dot pants, polka dot skirt

 (the other part should be uniform), polka dot dress, polka dot

hair bow/ties, …

Our goal is for staff and students to have on a “touch” of polka dots when our author visits😊

Principal's Newsletter

Lower School Newsletter from Wade Putnal

October 3, 2019

Our mission at First Presbyterian Day School is to educate and equip students

to change the world for God’s glory.

LIBRARY NEWS:

If you participated in the Birthday Book Club this year, your child should bring home that special book this week along with a “party in a bag” treat.  I hope your family will enjoy the book together and return it in two weeks so we can put it on the shelves for everybody to enjoy.  Thank you so much for participating!

We are so excited about our visiting author next month, Eric Litwin, on Tuesday, November 5^th.  Have you returned your order form and check if you would like to buy any of his 10 books and have them autographed during his visit?  All forms and money are due by Tuesday, Oct. 8, in time for me to pre-order the books. 

Your child’s author visit will be greatly enhanced if he or she frequents the links below on your phone or iPad.  In these links, your child will hear Eric Litwin reading his books, singing the accompanying songs, and even teaching the kids the dance moves that accompany his songs and books.  Please help your child be the star singer and dancer at Mr. Litwin’s presentation!

ERIC LITWIN VIDEO LINKS:

Eric Litwin Pete the Cat I Love My White Shoes   4:24

Eric Litwin and His Four Groovy Buttons   1:16 (Book trailer, not the whole book)

Eric Litwin Rocking in My School Shoes 2   4:45

Eric Litwin Pete the Cat Saves Christmas   1:19 (Book trailer, not the whole book)

Eric Litwin Sing and Dance in Your Polka-Dot Pants   3:50

Eric Litwin Sing and Dance in Your Polka-Dot Pants   1:50 (No reading, just song and dance instructions)

Eric Litwin The Nuts Keep Rolling   0:47 (Book trailer, not the whole book)

Eric Litwin The Nuts Bedtime at the Nut House   3:52

Eric Litwin Groovy Joe Ice Cream and Dinosaurs   5:02

Eric Litwin Learn the Groovy Dance   2:59

Eric Litwin Groovy Joe Dance Party Countdown   3:45

Eric Litwin If You're Groovy and You Know It, Hug a Friend  2:17 (audio only – great sing-a-long while reading the book)

Eric Litwin If You're Groovy and You Know It, Hug a Friend  1:21 (Sing-a-long for 2^nd – 5^th grade/words on screen)

Eric Litwin Sing a Nutty Song  2:42

Groovy Joe Stories-Scholastic

REMINDERS:

Backpack Ministry:  Your donations are such a blessing to the children we serve through the backpack ministry!! Please continue to give food items as you are able! Our FPD students bring weekend food to kids every Friday of the school year!! Your help is invaluable!

BOX TOPS: Please continue to send in BOX TOPS. THANK YOU for the great response we have already had with sending in Box Tops so far this year!

If you do not have an FPD Carpool Card, please email Carrie Rogers to print one for you. Having these cards makes carpool time run faster. Thanks! carrie.rogers@fpdmacon.org

Don’t forget! Our cafeteria serves a delicious BREAKFAST every late start Wednesday morning from 7am to 8:45am in the MAC Lobby. Come taste their fabulous biscuits, scones, muffins, omelets, and much more. Skip the lines at the fast food places – join your student for a hearty breakfast at FPD!

The Viking Store has items for all ages, including our own “Viking Bucks” gift card available in any amount!  We have a great selection of short and long t-shirts, uniform-approved outerwear, caps, Tervis Tumblers, and much more. Visit our page at www.fpdmacon.org/TheVikingStore. Open school days 7:45am to 3:30pm and located in the MAC near the cafeteria. Contact Renita at renita.eversole@fpdmacon.org or call 478-477-6505

MARK YOUR CALENDAR:

October 4^th- FPD Homecoming game 7:30pm

October 8^th & 22^nd- CHAPEL

October 11^th- PINK OUT Dress Down for United in Pink community outreach. $1 donations    and wear pink.

October 14^th & 15^th – Columbus Day & Student Holiday. No Viking Clubhouse/Viking Crew.

   Faculty In-Service on Tuesday.

October 25^th -Ticket Sales for fall festival begin. Available at morning and afternoon carpools and in the Elementary office.

October 29^th -FALL FESTIVAL … 12- 3pm. Early dismissal 3K – 12^th grades@ 11:45. Lunch will be served before dismissal.

October 30^th - NO LATE START…School day begins at 8:15

** Early Dismissal for 3K- 5^th grades @ 11:45. Lunch will be served before dismissal.

~~After School Enrichment Program -Viking Clubhouse and Viking Crew will be available on both of these early dismissal days- Oct. 29^th and 30^th. Please contact Janet Strickland if you plan for your child to attend. janet.strickland@fpdmacon.org  478-477-6505 etx.164