Broadcast 11-09-09

Week of November 9, 2009 a weekly publication for the Williams School community

Dear Williams School Families, It might be hard for some people to believe but it’s true. A few weeks ago, we had our final assembly for the We-Pull walk. There were two students who had raised enough money to qualify for the grand prize, a brand new iPod. As I announced this prize, a hush fell over the MPR. Everyone was pretty much in awe of the fact that someone would get this coveted reward. As I announced the two student’s names, Caylee Hirschfeld and Maria Cetrone, there were barely audible murmurings of, “Wow!” and “Cool!” The third and fifth grader, respectively, happened to be sitting at the front of the assembly. Caylee with her big and Maria was tending to her little. I made a little production of the drawing I was about to do. I placed both of their names in a hat and mixed them up to further the excitement of the moment. As I pulled out the name, I looked at the audience. Everyone was anxiously anticipating the outcome. “Well, it appears Maria Cetrone is this year’s winner!” Everyone cheered and I noticed that Caylee was smiling and clapping. To Caylee’s credit, she was truly happy for Maria. Maria came up and accepted the gift and went back with her little. Since it was the end of the assembly, we all sang our school song, as we have done since the 1930’s and I dismissed everyone to their weekends. I noticed that Maria went over to Caylee and the two of them were talking back and forth. I smiled and got busy doing departure duties in the pickup line. At home later that night, I received an email from Caylee’s dad. “Maria told my daughter that she knew how many houses Caylee went to get enough sales to qualify for the grand prize. “ The email continued, “Maria told Caylee that although she was happy just a few people pledged a lot of money for her fundraising dollars, she didn’t go to any houses to collect pledges. She told Caylee that she was proud of her work and that she thought Caylee should have the iPod because of her hard work.” As I read the email, I got shivers up my spine- the kind that eventually make your hair stand on end. Maria gave Caylee the iPod with a smile and just carried on her way. So in a crowded room, without anyone noticing or really paying attention, in the hustle and bustle of dismissal, Maria gave away her prize because she believed another deserved it more. No shame, no hard feelings, no adult orchestrating the interaction. It was a pure act; one which was absolutely full to the brim with integrity and honor. Maria would probably not like this Broadcast because it brings attention to her. She doesn’t care for that. I apologize up front if I am embarrassing either of these wonderful people. I just thought you all would like to know. Way to go parents. Way to go families. Way to go friends. Way to go teachers. Way to go Caylee. Way to go Maria. Take care,

THIS WEEK Monday, November 9th Girls on the Run 3:05 pm – 4:30pm Tuesday, November 10th Francophile & Hispanic Day PAC Meeting 3:30pm State of the School Dinner 6:00pm Wednesday, November 11th Yoga Pops 3:00pm – 3:55pm MPR (final week) Thursday, November 12th Second Grade Guest Lunch 11:30am Girls on the Run 3:05 pm – 4:30pm Friday, November 13th No School – Parent Conferences as Requested Camp Williams Available Saturday, November 14th Annual FunDance Granby Theatre 6:00pm

PLAN AHEAD Monday, November 16th Girls on the Run 3:05 pm – 4:30pm Tuesday, November 17th Board Meeting 4:00pm Wednesday, November 18th Thursday, November 19th Girls on the Run 3:05 pm – 4:30pm Friday, November 20th K-6 Assembly 2:30pm Chinese Language & Culture Club 3:15pm – 4:15pm Kids Night Out 6:00pm – 10:00pm

COMING EVENTS Monday, November 23rd Girls on the Run 3:05 pm – 4:30pm Piano Theory 3:15pm – 4:00pm MPR Tuesday, November 24th Grandparents Day Celebration 9:30am Christ & St. Lukes Wednesday, November 25th – Friday November 27th No School – Thanksgiving Holiday

Wanted: A home for the Thanksgiving holiday and/or our winter break. The sugar gliders are looking for a home over the holidays, if interested please call Shawn Etter, 6271383 ext 225.

Francophone and Hispanic Day November 10th 2009 nd

The Williams School will celebrate its 2 Annual Francophone and Hispanic Day November 10th with some fun activities in the classroom and delicious cuisine in the cafeteria. You may wish to celebrate the Francophone and Hispanic cultures with your family by doing something special at home. Mouth-watering desserts will be available in the cafeteria November 10th and 11th for .50c or a donation which will help purchase a couple of goats for children in Haiti. Gracias, merci, thank you! Sra. Milliner, Mme Pirnik and Mme Britz

H1N1 VACCINATION COMING TO THE WILLIAMS SCHOOL Please check your child’s backpack for a hard copy of the H1N1 Influenza Vaccination Consent Form. We will be offering the vaccine at our school through the City of Norfolk, Department of Health Vaccination Program. Although we still do not have a set date, we are anticipating they will come soon. With that in mind, we need to let the City Health Department know how many vaccines to bring to our school. Please complete and sign both sides of the consent form and return to school by Monday, November 9th. This is a firm deadline from the Department of Health. In the meantime, please find a Vaccine Information Statement at: www.cdc.gov/vaccines/pubs/vis/default.htm#H1N1 Here is the link for the Parental Consent Form: http://www.vdh.virginia.gov/lhd/portsmouth/H1N1/ Parental-Consent-Form-H1N1.pdf We will notify you when a date is scheduled for the vaccination clinic. Health Policies/Procedures In the event a student leaves school or is absent due to fever, vomiting or a contagious condition, the child may not return to school for a full 24-hour period. A student who misses a day of school is not allowed to participate in any school function on the day they miss.

Help Hampton Roads' children stay warm this winter by donating to WAVY-TV 10's Coats for Kids. The Williams School SCA representatives are asking families to donate gently used coats to help those in need in our area. The SCA will be collecting used coats from November 2nd through December 11th. SCA members will deliver coats to the Albano cleaners where they will be cleaned prior to distribution. Please check your closets to see if you have a coat that you no longer use that you would like to donate. Thank you!

The SCA

Back by Popular Demand…

Camp Williams $40.00 per day* Friday, November 13, 2009 Led By Chris Cooper and Janice Ford 8:30am-5:30pm** No School – Parent Conference Day Make our own Apple Sauce! Jumpin Jelly Beans Jump House, Indoor Inflatable Party Warehouse Wendy’s lunch Leave school at 9:45am and return to school by early afternoon. An afternoon of outdoor and indoor games as well as a movie Please make checks payable to Chris Cooper -*Reservations are required, by calling 627-1383 x241. Minimum 8 students Maximum 20, per day. The minimum of 8 reservations must be received by 10:00 am, Tuesday, 11/10/09. If the minimum enrollment of 8 is not reached by the above deadline, the following sliding scale applies per child if 3- 7 children are enrolled: 3 children $90.00, 4 children - $70.00, 5 children - $58.00, 6 children $50.00, 7 children - $45.00. -All fees are included for any off campus field trips, crafts, lunch, and snack. -By enrolling your child in Camp Williams, you are giving your permission for your child to attend the listed on and off campus activities. -Camp Williams staff may be reached on the Extended Day cell phone, 237-1875 at all times during the day. -If you wish your child to have sun screen or insect repellant, please fill out the Medication Administration Form and send the product and the form in with your child on the day or days of enrollment. Forms are available from the front office, Extended Day or the website.

-Please let us know if you will not be able to drop your child off by departure time, as there is no available care for your child at school. **We will have early drop off at 7:30am for $5.00, extra. Reservations required!

Bonjour! Je m’appelle l’Ourson.

L’Anniversaire de l’Ourson Teddy’s Birthday Madame Kelly, a friend and neighbor of the Williams School, has invited the 2nd graders to her Fairfax home to celebrate Teddy’s 10th birthday, Friday, November 20th, 10:35 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Teddy named l’Ourson is the French class’ mascot born in the French Alps. On that day students are encouraged to wear red, white, and blue clothes and bring a favorite small to medium size teddy. This happy event will include French songs, games, and refreshments. Bon Anniversaire l’Ourson! Mrs. Needham and Madame Britz

Grassfield Theatre presents: Troubled in Mind State of the School Rescheduled for Tuesday, November 10th 6:00 p.m. Please join us for the rescheduled State of the School Dinner, Tuesday, November 10th at 6:00 p.m. in the MPR. Enjoy dinner as we hear from our Headmaster about the successes of the past year and the vision for the future. Seating is limited, so be sure to make your reservations soon. Even if you responded for the original date, please RSVP again, as we want to ensure that your space is reserved. The reservation form can be found at www.thewilliamsschool.org under the "What's New" section - State of the School RSVP. Childcare for all Williams School enrolled students will be provided at no cost with advance reservation.

Andrew Stuart, a Williams School Graduate (class of 2007); will be performing in the Grassfield High School production of Troubled in Mind. Performances will be held in the Grassfield High School Auditorium 2007 Grizzly Trail, Chesapeake, November 12th – 14th 7:30pm. All tickets $5.00.

AND.....

Annual FunDance November 14, 2009 Granby Theater

How about joining your friends for a little “Breakfast Club”...well, DINNER, actually...on Granby Street prior to the Annual FunDance? In celebration of our 80s Dance Party theme, Baxter’s and Guadalajara restaurants will be offering an $8 prix fixe meal to TWS party goers before we “get the party goin’” on Saturday, November 14. Starting @ 5pm, you and your friends can enjoy a delicious meal at these fun Granby Street restaurants. Then boogie over to the Granby Theater where you can enjoy some after dinner drinks...sorry, no “16 Candles” will be on these desserts!

BUELLER? BUELLER? If you have “All the Right Moves” then you should come “Stand by Me” next Saturday, November 14 at the rockin’ 80s Dance Party/TWS Annual FunDance! There will be no “Risky Business” at the Granby Theater this night, but we do expect many of you will look “Pretty in Pink” when you arrive when the doors open at 6pm. Don’t be one of “The Outsiders.” We are “Desperately Seeking…RSVPs.” Please RSVP today at www.thewilliamsschool.org so we know that you are coming!!! Your ticket to entry: you can make your TWS Annual Fund payment OR pledge online or at the door. (Non-TWS guests can make a donation at the door.)

LASTLY..... Previously, only available on cassette tape, you can hear the bodacious sounds of PROMETHEAN, The Band appearing for one extraordinarily special reunion concert at the TWS Annual FunDance. In what will surely be remembered as the best rock band since Spinal Tap, don’t miss your favorite band members/TWS dads: Zoel Lynch on vocals and guitar (Joel English); Skip Castro on bass guitar (Jim Cahoon); Zoot Schredwell on lead guitar (Skip Locke); Niko von Banghammer on drums (Nick Shawyer); and, Serapis Saint-Germain on keyboards (adopted TWS dad, Ron Jacobson). Opening song at 7pm...don’t be late! And, for a small donation....you, too, can sing with the band!

POINSETTIA SALE

Sponsored by the 7th Grade Class Triple C Camp Fundraiser

**Florist Quality plants in 6 ½ inch pots with 5 – 9 blooms per pot Poinsettia Colors

Number

Wrapper

Red

______ @ $8.00/plant

Green _____

Gold_____

White

______ @ $8.00/plant

Green _____

Gold_____

Pink

______ @ $8.00/plant

Green _____

Gold _____

Total Poinsettias

______ @ $8.00/plant = $_______.___

Please make checks payable to The Williams School and return this form to Mr. Etter. For you convenience you may order online www.thewilliamsschool.org Orders must be placed by Friday, December 4th. Plants will be delivered on Thursday, December 10th. Name:

____________________________

Telephone:

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Student’s Name: ____________________________ Grade: ______ The 7th Grade Class thanks you for your support!