Student of ?the month
Congratulations to Jordan-Small Middle School sixth-grader Cameron Landry for being named Student of the Month. Cam was recognized for being someone that never gives up, hard working and always ready to learn new concepts. He rolls up his sleeves even when work is super challenging. When others need help, Cam is there. If a peer needs someone to speak up and do the right thing, it’s Cam’s voice that is heard. Because of these moments, the sixth-grade teaching team is proud of Cam and excited to honor him as student of the month. Congratulations.
Reflections program
The Windham PTA will be sponsoring the Reflections Program for grades K-12 in Regional School Unit 14. The program offers students the opportunity to earn local, state and even national recognition for original artwork they create in response to a specific theme. This year’s theme is “Let your imagination fly!”
There are three categories to choose from: Literacy, visual arts and photography. Students who participate in the Reflections program get an opportunity to explore arts and culture, develop creative thinking and problem-solving skills while recognizing themselves as talented artists.
Families are encouraged to support their children by creating time and space for students to work on their entries as well as providing encouragement and needed materials. The PTA will be offering a literacy workshop on Saturday, Nov. 7, during Family Literacy Fun Day, being held at the Primary School 10 a.m.-1 p.m. There we will provide space for children to get started on an original writing piece to submit in the literacy category. They will also provide some materials. Students and parents are welcome to join. The deadline for entry submissions is Friday, Dec. 18. Students may turn in their entry to their teacher. If any families need a hard copy of the entry form, and/or submission rules, these will be available at the front office of each school. Please email windhammainepta@gmail.com for any questions you may have regarding this program. The PTA hopes this will be a fun opportunity to empower our students who have that artistic talent.
Raymond Village Library news
• LEGO Club
Students, ages 6 and up, are invited to join the monthly LEGO Club, beginning Wednesday, Nov. 4, and continuing the first Wednesday of each month from 3:30-4:30 p.m. The library will supply the space and the Legos. Kids just need to come with their ideas and imaginations.
• Wish list for gift basket fundraiser
Raymond Village Library gift baskets are sought after during the holidays, and your donations of a few items will help make this holiday fundraiser a success.
Suggestions: Clean small to medium-sized baskets; clean basket stuffing/decorative colored straw/shred; cellophane basket bags – medium to large; antique or new – tea cups, coffee mugs and soup mugs; packets of individually packed cookies, chips, popcorn or other snacks; individually wrapped hard candies, candy canes, and chocolates; mini packs of tea, coffee, cider mix, hot chocolate or soup; small holiday wooden, or plastic tree decorations; holiday stems of silk flowers; small gift items or knick-knacks or toys – for men, women or children; small gift books – for men, women or children.
Any of these donated items may be brought to the library until Nov. 12 during regular library hours.
Volunteers will be needed to help put the baskets together on Saturday, Nov. 14, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Please come and donate whatever amount of time you are able. A sign-up sheet will be available at the library. There will be a short “how-to session” given, then the fun begins! Refreshments will be served.
Gift baskets will be going on sale Sunday, Nov. 15, in time for Thanksgiving. Each basket is unique and perfect for holiday gifting, especially when you are looking for a present for a hostess, teacher, or special friend. They will be available at the library during regular library hours through December until they are all gone. Call 655-4283 for more information.
Christmas craft fair
Christ Church Chapel will be hosting the second annual Christmas Craft Fair on Saturday, Nov. 14, from 8 a.m-3 p.m. Christ Church Chapel is located at 37 Northern Pines Road (Route 85)
Winter sports signup night
Signup for the following programs are taking place in the JSMS Cafeteria on Thursday, Nov 12, and Wednesday, Nov. 18, from 6-7:30 p.m.: Raymond Elementary School’s Wednesday Ski/Snowboard Program; JSMS Wednesday Ski/Snowboard Program; Friday Night Ski Program (Windham/Raymond grades 7-12).
Program directors will be available to answer questions. Volunteers/chaperones are welcome (skiers and snowboarders).
Forms available on the town of Raymond’s website on the Raymond Rec Association page.
Unable to attend? Contact one of the following program directors:
• RES Ski program/Friday Ski program: Gail Troiano 749-6308 – kcutie8199@yahoo.com.
• JSMS ski program: Shannon Nassa 650-4526 – snassa76@gmail.com.
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