ForWard 11.05.23
Upcoming Events
Tuesday, Nov 7
5th Grade Bake Sale
Friday, Jan 12
Ward Hockey Night
Wednesday, Nov 15
Meet the Author/UOD Family Book Event
See all events on our Calendar
News
From the Co-Presidents
Thank you to Jessica Harkiewicz and David Mahlowitz for graciously hosting third grade families on Saturday evening for the last Parent/Guardian Potluck of the fall. A fabulous time was had by all! These events were tremendously successful and we are grateful to all who opened their homes, made their favorite dishes and participated in the fun!
In this month of Thanksgiving - we are so grateful to be part of such a wonderful community and look forward to sharing our thanks with others. Please also note the Fifth Grade Food Drive details below.
Have a great week,
Rashi & Bryan
Ward PTO Co-Presidents
5th Grade Election Day Bake Sale
5th graders will be selling baked goods inside Ward school (by the gym) on election day, Nov 7, to raise funds for their year-end graduation activities. Be sure to stop by and pick up some yummy treats while supporting your 5th grade graduating class.
Fifth Grade Drive for Newton Food Pantry Until Nov 7th
5th graders are continuing to collect food pantry donations until Nov. 7. The objective of this food drive will be to gather food donations from the community for the Newton Food Pantry. The Pantry will distribute these donations to families experiencing food insecurity. Donations can be dropped off at the donation box located near the front office. The following are most needed Food Items (All donations must be unopened and may not be expired):
Cereal
Shelf Stable milk (including almond and soy)
Hearty soups
Oatmeal
Pasta
Dry beans
Coffee
Tea
Cooking Oil
Spices
Solid White Tuna in Water
Community Notes & Announcements
Understanding Our Differences presents : Meet the Author/UOD Family Book Event
Featuring author Natalie Lloyd and her children’s book Hummingbird
Wednesday November 15 at 7:00 PM - Cabot Elementary School in the Cafeteria
Advance registration required. From the New York Times bestselling author of A Snicker of Magic and six other award-winning children’s books, Hummingbird is a heartfelt story about a girl with her trusty, snazzy wheelchair who refuses to let her brittle bone disease stand in the way of adventure. Hummingbird is A Schneider Family Book Award Honor Book, given to this middle grade novel for excellence in portraying the disability experience.
Author Natalie Lloyd shared, "My disability informs how I move through my daily life and the world, and how I exist in my body. It’s only one part of the big constellation of my life, but it’s still a part. So we do have that Big Thing in common, my heroine and I."
There will be time for Q&A with author Natalie Lloyd.
Children accompanied by an adult, parents/caregivers, librarians, teachers and all who love books and reading are welcome to join us!
Author talk and book reading from 7:00-8:00 pm, followed by book signing. Hummingbird will be available for purchase.
Register in advance here (donation of $10 for adults requested, children and educators free): https://understandingourdifferences.org/hummingbird/ Event details and about the author: https://understandingourdifferences.org/events-hummingbird/ Email with questions or to request accommodations: info@UnderstandingOurDifferences.org
ActiveMinds Tutoring is the pick of the patch!
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Gingerbread House Contest Comes to Newton
Calling all bold, brave, and fearless bakers and makers! Show off your gingerbread house-making skills. Enter Newton's Gingerbread contest to compete for winning honors and share your creation with the community. We encourage bakers/makers of all abilities to join us and we can't wait to see what you can do. Sign up to enter our contest, and show up to view and vote on the entries. See all the details at newtonma.gov/culture or on the attached flyer.
Free Public Speaking & Debate Workshop During Vacation Break!
Sign up for a free Public Speaking and Debate Workshop on December 27, 28, 29 or 30, (Lexington and Newton) hosted by Lumos Debate! Your child will love Lumos's friendly instructors and fun activities as they learn about: Speaking Confidence, Debate Fundamentals and Argumentation and Reasoning!
Lumos December Break Public Speaking Workshop (FREE)
Ages: 8-14 years old
Locations: Newton or Lexington
Dates: Choose from Dec 27, 28, 29 or 30
Registration: lumosdebate.com/workshop
This workshop is free for all students. Please make sure to use code COMMUNITY when you register. Email info@lumosdebate.com or call 781-474-3359 with any questions. Register now at: lumosdebate.com/workshop
Please let us know if you have any questions!
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