This Week @ Fouse (12/7-12/13)

12/7 (Mon)...... E Day
12/8 (Tues)...... F Day
12/9 (Wed)...... A Day
12/10 (Thurs).... B Day
12/11 (Fri)......... C Day
 
Attention 5th Grade Parents (and anyone else who wants to help!)
Our 5th graders work very hard each day to earn "Buckeye Points" through things like good behavior, turning in homework, and outstanding citizenship. Students who earn 90% of the possible Buckeye Points each semester are rewarded with a "Buckeye Bash", a celebration of their achievement.  This is a highly effective program, and is very meaningful for our 5th graders.
 
The 2nd quarter Buckeye Bash is a trip to Star Lanes (bowling).  The cost is about $20/child - a total of $2800 for the entire 5th grade.  It is very important that we collect the funds required to allow our students to successfully attain the reward they are working so hard for.  
 
We are asking that all 5th grade parents who are able contribute to the Buckeye Bash.  Minimum suggested donation is $20.  However, larger donations are accepted since we know there will be many students whose families cannot afford the cost.  We want to reward all students for their hard work!
 
To make a personal donation, follow the steps below.  In addition to personal donations, we are also appreciative for any businesses who want to sponsor this activity.  Anyone who wishes to make a donation via cash or check may send the money to school by Friday.  Checks can be made out to the Fouse PTO.
 
To make an online donation:

• Go to http://www.westervilleeducationfoundation.com/p/29/gap-initiative-home-page
• Click on “Fund A Project” (left side)
• Type in “Fouse Elementary” under Project Proposals
• Choose one of the two proposals.  Once both proposals are fully funded we will be able to make the reservation at Star Lanes.

 
Thank you for helping our 5th graders reach this goal!
 
 
Mitten Tree and Food Drive through December 18
Fouse students are encouraged to bring new gloves and scarves, as well as non-perishable food items, to school for the Mitten Tree.  All items will be donated to Westerville Caring and Sharing, a program that supports our neighbors throughout the year.
 
 
Winter Class Parties, December 18
All Winter Class Parties will be held at 2:30 on December 18.  Please contact your room parent if you are interested in providing an item for the party, or if you would like to volunteer.
 
 
Teacher of the Month Program
In partnership with ThisWeek Community News, and through the support of Education First Credit Union, the WEF is pleased to provide community members with an opportunity to recognize outstanding Westerville City School District teachers through its new Teacher of the Month program.
 
Teachers chosen to receive this honor will be featured in a full-page advertisement in the ThisWeek Westerville News & Public Opinion. Following a thorough and thoughtful review of nominees, three recipients -- one from the elementary, middle and high school levels -- will be selected each month.
 
Nominations may be submitted through the WEF website at www.westervilleeducationfoundation.com.
 
 
Ways to Support the Fouse PTO… Without Spending Extra!
These great programs allow you to support the Fouse PTO while shopping for everyday items…

• Giant Eagle Apples for Students:  This program is a great way for our school to earn educational rewards such as computers, software, video equipment, gym and playground gear, and more.  Register your Giant Eagle Card and start earning rewards.
• Kroger Community Rewards:  Help Support Fouse PTO..... Just by Shopping at Kroger!  It's easy when you enroll in Kroger Community Rewards®! To get started, sign up with your Kroger Plus Card , and select Fouse Elementary PTO (#80874). Once you're enrolled, you'll earn cash rewards for Fouse PTO every time you shop and use your Kroger Plus Card! 
• AmazonSmile: AmazonSmile is a simple and automatic way for you to support the Fouse PTO every time you shop, at no cost to you. When you shop at smile.amazon.com, you’ll find the exact same low prices, vast selection and convenient shopping experience as Amazon.com, with the added bonus that Amazon will donate 0.5% of the purchase price on eligible items to the Fouse PTO. You can even use your Prime membership at the same time.
• Box Tops: Collecting box tops from participating vendors is a simple way to raise money for Fouse. Twice per year, we have contests at the school to collect box tops.  The first contest will be in the fall.  The second contest will be in the winter.  The winning class receives a special treat at lunch for bringing in the most box tops.

For more details, go to http://fousepto.weebly.com/fundraising.html 
 
 
Other important Dates
December 18… Winter Classroom Parties, 2:30
December 21-January 5… NO SCHOOL (Winter Break)
 
2015-16 Westerville Schools Calendar:  http://www.wcsoh.org/content_page.aspx?cid=474
 
Fouse Elementary PTO
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