December Newsletter
Content
December 2013
Blog website address:
Reflections!
www.santaclaraelementarypta.blogspot.com Book Fair
We want to thank all those who shopped at the Book Fair and were patient in the longer lines at Dads & Donuts. The Book Fair takes a lot of man hours and we appreciate the Book Fair Committee for all their work and efforts: Kristina Puriri, Shari Wood, Jaime Christensen, Fergie Johnson, and Meredith Weakley. THANK YOU!
It's that time of year again! Please share your imagination and enter the PTA Reflections contest!
What do you believe in? What are your dreams? Who inspires you?
Choreograph a dance, produce a film, write a poem or story, compose a song, take a picture or create a piece of visual art and tell us your interpretation of the theme:
“Believe, Dream, Inspire.”
You can pick up registration forms at the office OR print forms and review rules for each category at http://www.utahpta.org/rules-entry-forms Note: If you print your own forms, it is fine to leave the bottom (the part asking for all of the specific PTA information) blank. We can fill that in as needed. All entrants will be invited to attend an ice cream party/awards ceremony and have their work featured at the annual Evening of the Arts night at the school.
For those who would like an additional tax deduction before the end of the year, please consider a donation for our Shade Structure Fund. Simply email us at [email protected] and we can arrange to provide a receipt with our tax-ID number and we will designate that money specifically to the shade structure fund.
Tax Deduction
December& January Calendar Items
December NO BOARD MEETING 23rd Winter Holiday Begins January 2nd Back to School Reflections Projects Due 8th
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Legislative Issues
Unfortunately we learned that Education has been moved significantly down the legislative priorities list in the coming 2014 Legislative Session. We encourage parents to stay informed about issues and contact their Representatives. To easily contact them go to this website: www.le.utah.gov/GIS/findDistrict.jsp You’ll enter your address and it will show you your Representatives. If you click on their names you’ll have access to their email and phone numbers. If you have issues you disagree with PTA’s position on, feel free to contact the Utah PTA State Legislative VP Ronda Rose at [email protected]. Be sure to mention you are a PTA member. .
Bond Vote in November
Thank you to the many who allowed us to post yard signs in your yard for the Bond. The District Superintendent specifically wanted to thank PTA for their support—it was a close vote but the Bond did pass. We appreciate the fiscal
responsibility of the District which saves hundreds of thousands of dollars in interest money because they consistently repay these bonds early— freeing up additional funds which do not come from tax payers.
St. George City Wants Your Input on a New Park
December 11th at 5:30‐6:30 in the Entrada Room at the Dixie Center, St. George City is hosting a meeting to get input on an all‐abilities park. This type of park is designed for children with physical limitations. St. George wanted the word spread through PTA groups in the area. Refreshments will be served. For more information contact St. George Leisure Services at [email protected] or 435‐627‐4500.
Protect Our Kids in the Winter Sun
While most of us wouldn’t think twice about packing a sunscreen for our family’s beach holiday, we often forget that UV rays are also prevalent during the winter. In fact, UV rays during the winter may cause more damage than those we encounter on the beach. Our winter holidays often involve snow and you may be surprised to learn that for every 1,000 feet of elevation, UV exposure increases 8 to 10 percent. So if you have an ‘average’ complexion and are skiing or boarding at 11,000 feet above sea level in Colorado at around noon, you’ll burn after just six minutes of unprotected sun exposure. This is compared to burning after 14 minutes in Florida! Snow also reflects nearly 80 percent of the sun’s UV rays, so you’ll be hit by the same rays more than once. Protect your family’s skin during the winter by first practicing winter safe sun strategies: Limit the time you spend in full sunlight, especially between 10 am and 4 pm. Take breaks if you can to rest your skin. Wear long-sleeved shirts and long pants made of dark or brightly colored, tightly woven fabrics; these offer greater protection. Protect eyes and eyelids from UV exposure to decrease the risk of eye disorders. From www.thesuncreenshop.com
Pizza During the Holiday Madness
PTA still has a few pizza cards from Hungry Howies remaining. The cards cost $10 and immediately pay for themselves. It includes 8 coupons including one coupon for a free 2 topping medium pizza (no purchase necessary!) and one coupon for a free order of Howie Bread. These cards do not expire. Also an easy stocking stuffer or gift for a college student! Simply write a check to Santa Clara PTA for $10 and stop by the school office to pick one up.
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Blog website address:
Reflections!
www.santaclaraelementarypta.blogspot.com Book Fair
We want to thank all those who shopped at the Book Fair and were patient in the longer lines at Dads & Donuts. The Book Fair takes a lot of man hours and we appreciate the Book Fair Committee for all their work and efforts: Kristina Puriri, Shari Wood, Jaime Christensen, Fergie Johnson, and Meredith Weakley. THANK YOU!
It's that time of year again! Please share your imagination and enter the PTA Reflections contest!
What do you believe in? What are your dreams? Who inspires you?
Choreograph a dance, produce a film, write a poem or story, compose a song, take a picture or create a piece of visual art and tell us your interpretation of the theme:
“Believe, Dream, Inspire.”
You can pick up registration forms at the office OR print forms and review rules for each category at http://www.utahpta.org/rules-entry-forms Note: If you print your own forms, it is fine to leave the bottom (the part asking for all of the specific PTA information) blank. We can fill that in as needed. All entrants will be invited to attend an ice cream party/awards ceremony and have their work featured at the annual Evening of the Arts night at the school.
For those who would like an additional tax deduction before the end of the year, please consider a donation for our Shade Structure Fund. Simply email us at [email protected] and we can arrange to provide a receipt with our tax-ID number and we will designate that money specifically to the shade structure fund.
Tax Deduction
December& January Calendar Items
December NO BOARD MEETING 23rd Winter Holiday Begins January 2nd Back to School Reflections Projects Due 8th
1
Legislative Issues
Unfortunately we learned that Education has been moved significantly down the legislative priorities list in the coming 2014 Legislative Session. We encourage parents to stay informed about issues and contact their Representatives. To easily contact them go to this website: www.le.utah.gov/GIS/findDistrict.jsp You’ll enter your address and it will show you your Representatives. If you click on their names you’ll have access to their email and phone numbers. If you have issues you disagree with PTA’s position on, feel free to contact the Utah PTA State Legislative VP Ronda Rose at [email protected]. Be sure to mention you are a PTA member. .
Bond Vote in November
Thank you to the many who allowed us to post yard signs in your yard for the Bond. The District Superintendent specifically wanted to thank PTA for their support—it was a close vote but the Bond did pass. We appreciate the fiscal
responsibility of the District which saves hundreds of thousands of dollars in interest money because they consistently repay these bonds early— freeing up additional funds which do not come from tax payers.
St. George City Wants Your Input on a New Park
December 11th at 5:30‐6:30 in the Entrada Room at the Dixie Center, St. George City is hosting a meeting to get input on an all‐abilities park. This type of park is designed for children with physical limitations. St. George wanted the word spread through PTA groups in the area. Refreshments will be served. For more information contact St. George Leisure Services at [email protected] or 435‐627‐4500.
Protect Our Kids in the Winter Sun
While most of us wouldn’t think twice about packing a sunscreen for our family’s beach holiday, we often forget that UV rays are also prevalent during the winter. In fact, UV rays during the winter may cause more damage than those we encounter on the beach. Our winter holidays often involve snow and you may be surprised to learn that for every 1,000 feet of elevation, UV exposure increases 8 to 10 percent. So if you have an ‘average’ complexion and are skiing or boarding at 11,000 feet above sea level in Colorado at around noon, you’ll burn after just six minutes of unprotected sun exposure. This is compared to burning after 14 minutes in Florida! Snow also reflects nearly 80 percent of the sun’s UV rays, so you’ll be hit by the same rays more than once. Protect your family’s skin during the winter by first practicing winter safe sun strategies: Limit the time you spend in full sunlight, especially between 10 am and 4 pm. Take breaks if you can to rest your skin. Wear long-sleeved shirts and long pants made of dark or brightly colored, tightly woven fabrics; these offer greater protection. Protect eyes and eyelids from UV exposure to decrease the risk of eye disorders. From www.thesuncreenshop.com
Pizza During the Holiday Madness
PTA still has a few pizza cards from Hungry Howies remaining. The cards cost $10 and immediately pay for themselves. It includes 8 coupons including one coupon for a free 2 topping medium pizza (no purchase necessary!) and one coupon for a free order of Howie Bread. These cards do not expire. Also an easy stocking stuffer or gift for a college student! Simply write a check to Santa Clara PTA for $10 and stop by the school office to pick one up.
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