HOMESTEAD SCHOOL NEWS

 HAPPY NOVEMBER HOMESTEAD

I hope everyone is enjoying this beautiful fall season. As Thanksgiving approaches, we are reminded to be thankful for all the dedication and hard work that goes into creating such an amazing school atmosphere at Homestead.

Your teacher looks forward to speaking with you about your child’s school experience at Parent Teacher Conferences (PM on Monday, November 3rd, AM on Tuesday, November 4th, and PM on Thursday, November 6th).

In honor of Veterans Day, don’t forget to wear red, white, and blue on Monday, November 10th. If you have a veteran in the family, we invite them to join us in raising the flag on Monday, November 10th for a Veterans Day honor. 

COMMITTEE UPDATES

Reflections

Reflections is a nationally acclaimed student recognition program to encourage artistic creativity in the classroom and at home. This year’s theme is “I Belong!” and the program is open for submissions until Wednesday, November 5th. Thank you to Homestead’s Reflections Rep, Daniela Saka, for decorating our submission box, which can be found in the main lobby of Homestead. Entries can be submitted online (except Visual Arts) or physically dropped off in our Reflections box. Entry form and submission requirements here - don’t forget your artist statement and remember to sign your form. We can’t wait to see what you submit this year!

Sportswear

Check out Sportswear’s holiday popup shop which is open until Monday, November 10th. If you purchase fall Sportswear, pick up is on Saturday, November 15th @ 9:00AM-11:00AM at the GCMS. 

Photography

Photo Make-Up Day is on Friday, November 14th for any students that were absent or require a retake. Please send in a note if you would like your child to attend. If you have 3 or more children in the district, click here to see how you can receive a discount. Any questions or concerns about proofs or photos, please contact the district Photography Chair, Stephanie Cohen, at photography@gardencitypta.com. 

Service Learning Project

All primary schools will be participating in Scholastic’s 16th Annual Great Bedtime Story Pajama Drive. For every pair of new pajamas donated, Scholastic will match the donation with a brand new book. This collection will last the entire month of November. The donation bin can be found in the lobby at Homestead. The last day to donate is Tuesday, November 25th. First graders will have an assembly to explain how their contribution goes towards helping others. Each class received make your own bookmarks as well, every student will be able to donate a handmade bookmark as well as make one to take home.

PARP (Pick A Reading Partner)

Sign up for PARP’s No School Elementary Movie Day on Wednesday, November 26th @ 10:45AM at the Bellmore Theaters. Keep an eye out for upcoming events like Spotlight on the Library in January, Reading Week in March, GC Pen Pals in April, Scholastic Book Fair in the spring, and Book Ninjas in June. 

Family Fun

The Family Fun Committee, led by Daniela Saka and Nicole Barrese, had a very successful Homestead’s Happy Howl-O-Ween  on Friday, October 31st, even with the weather and adjustments to our stations. Thank you to everyone who donated and volunteered to make this such a memorable experience for our students. K/1 Grade Guessing Game Station Winners

Health and Safety

The Health and Safety Committee, led by Kerry McKeever and Andrea Moy, assisted with the Teal Pumpkin Project display providing information and allergy-friendly Halloween ideas. Thank you to everyone who donated to the Indoor Recess Bins. Everything arrived just in time for those rainy weather days.

Beautification

The Beautification Committee, led by Lindsey Finneran and Lindsay Loos, decorated the school for Fall. Thank you for helping us make Homestead beautiful and festive! Fall Pictures

Arts in Ed

Thank you to our Arts In Ed for the yoga program which was held in the multipurpose room. It was so much fun and enjoyed by our students. 

Thank you to everyone who attended our first Homestead PTA meeting of the year. We had a wonderful turnout and heard important updates from our committee chairs and Dr. V. Our Joint Primary PTA Meeting will be held on Tuesday, December 2nd @ 9:30AM at Homestead.

Thank you for being a part of the Homestead family. Always feel free to contact me if you have any questions or would like to discuss any concerns. Wishing you and your families a wonderful Thanksgiving.

Hana Noble

Garden City PTA 

Homestead Director

homestead@gardencitypta.org

www.gardencitypta.org

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