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The PTA’s annual reflection competition is ongoing
The PTA is pleased to invite all students to take part in the annual Reflections competition. Providing opportunities for recognition and access to the arts, Reflections helps students explore their own thoughts, feelings and ideas, develop artistic competence, build self-confidence and find a love of learning that will help them in school and become more successful in life.
The Reflections theme for 2021-2022 is “I will change the world by …”
Students submit their finished artwork in any or all of the available art categories, including: dance choreography, film production, literature, musical composition, photography, visual arts.
Our deadline is October 29th, 2021! For more information, see the Garden City PTA Reflections website at www.gardencitypta.org/reflexions or check with your schools.
PTA Fundraiser: The Fall Sportswear Sale Is Here!
Dress your family in maroon and gray and show your Garden City pride! Our autumn sports fundraiser is back with a new online shop. Take a look at the new goods and order today at www.gardencitypta.org/sportswear. The last day for online orders is Saturday October 2nd.
The PTA also invites you to visit us in St. Paul’s on Saturday, September 25, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. to see samples of the goods that can be ordered online, and on Saturday, October 2, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., to buy samples. Limited cash & carry items are available on both days.
Virtual visit and book chat with author Jessica Lahey
The PTA is pleased to welcome Jessica Lahey, educator and New York Times bestselling author of “The Gift of Failure,” via Zoom on Wednesday, October 27th at 7:00 pm.
Ms. Lahey will review her new book “The Addiction Inoculation: Raising Healthy Kids in a Culture of Dependence” and answer parenting questions about the book. Full of personal narratives and rooted in research, The Addiction Inoculation is an indispensable resource that educators and parents of children of all ages can use now to help prevent substance abuse in the future. Ms. Lahey provides evidence-based strategies and practical tools that are age appropriate and actionable, including managing a child’s risk of addiction, interpreting signs of early abuse, and addressing difficult conversations with children.
Further information and registration links will be sent by email at the beginning of October.
Back to school evenings, the whole district continues
The Back to School Night is back for the school year 2021/22! Tag your calendars with the dates below – and then locate the PTA tables for membership and volunteer opportunities. Plus cash and carry sportswear sales!
- Homestead: Monday, September 20 at 6:30 p.m.
- Grasshopper: Wednesday, September 22nd at 6:30 p.m.
- Hemlock: Thursday, September 23 at 6:30 p.m.
- Stratford: Monday, September 27th at 6:30 p.m.
- Stewart: Tuesday, September 28th at 6:30 p.m.
Do you have to say cheese again?
The school photo days are now over, but the make-up appointments continue. High school parents, mark your calendar for Thursday, October 7th, for any necessary re-admissions. The rest of the district will take place on Friday, November 5th.
Do you have a question about the curriculum? Inform the PTA!
The PTA curriculum committee keeps the community updated on various curriculum and classroom topics and works closely with the district administration. It also serves as a channel for the school community to raise class-related concerns. We appreciate your comments! Share your thoughts by visiting www.gardencitypta.org/curriculum and filling out the “Curriculum Inclusion Formâ€.
It’s time to renew your annual PTA membership
The PTA prides itself on supporting all students and creating a connection between home and school. We are happy to offer a high quality program to students and parents throughout the school year. None of our efforts would be possible without your continued support. To renew your annual membership for the 2021-2022 school year, please visit www.gardencitypta.org and click on the “Membership†tab.
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