[Edison-PTSA] EDISON PTSA ANNOUNCEMENTS- December 18

EDISON PTSA ANNOUNCEMENTS

 

December 18

 

·         Volunteer Request for the Science Olympiad Regional Competition: The Science Olympiad Regional Competition will be held at Central High School on Saturday, February 27, 2010.  Adult volunteers are needed to run concessions for the event.  Please contact Natasha Harroff, harrofna@champaignschools, if you are able to help out.

 

·         Boys Basketball: Congratulations to Edison’s 7^th and 8^th grade boys basketball teams on their sweep of Mahomet last night. The 7^th grade team won by a score of 39-34 and the 8^th grade won, 45-28. The 8^th grade team also won their game against Chiddix on Wednesday night. Go Comets!

 

·         Free Piano! Edison has a FREE PIANO available to anyone who is interested and can move it.  Pictures can be found on this site: http://chambana.craigslist.org/zip/1479597530.html. Contact Laurie Jacobs, jacobla@champaignschools.org, for information.   

 

·         Winter Break: Students will be dismissed at 2:10 p.m. today. This is the last day of school before Winter Break. School will begin again on Tuesday, January 5, 2010. The PTSA wishes everyone a joyous holiday season. Enjoy your time off! Please also note that the Edison PTSA Announcements will not be sent during break. Announcements will resume on Monday, January 4.

 

Community Activity

·         Champaign Urbana Theatre Company (CUTC) offers classes: CUTC is pleased to resume theater arts classes starting January 2010! We have a lot of new classes to offer for students of all ages, like: Story Time! for preschoolers and early readers, Readers Theatre for elementary school students, and traditional Theatre Arts classes for teenagers and adults. Theatre Arts includes scene work and memorization, breathing and vocalization, movement and blocking, improvisation, and character development. Classes will be divided to accommodate beginner and intermediate levels. Other classes currently in development include: stagecraft, costuming, audition prep, stage combat, theatre history, and much more! Other class suggestions are welcome, and please speak up if you are interested in teaching a class yourself! For more information about class offerings or to register for an upcoming class, please contact Lisa Cerezo at education@cutc.org.

 

·         First Annual Trivia Night: The Central High School Music Boosters’ announce the First Annual Trivia Night to be held on January 30, 2010 at Faith United Methodist Church.  Entry fee is $160 for a team of up to 8 people.  Price includes dinner (6 pm), trivia competition (7 pm), door prizes, snacks, and soda.  Raffles and silent auction will occur throughout the evening. Answers are submitted by your team at your table; you are not required to answer questions individually.  Please visit www.maroons.org/trivia for more information including flier, registration forms, competition rules, etc.

 

December 16

 

·         Extended Learning Opportunities at Edison Middle School! Have your student take advantage of these learning opportunities in the new year. 

·         Computer Lab will be open Monday-Thursday from 3:00-4:00 p.m.  Students can work on assignments in which a computer is needed to complete research, finish typing papers and reports, and use our “Study Island” program to work on Math and Reading Skills.    This lab will be held in Room 144.

·         Math Lab will be open on Thursdays in Room 320 with Mr. Ramirez.  The lab will be open from 2:45-3:45 p.m. Any students who need assistance on math homework or math skills can attend.  Math Lab will only be able to take the first 25 students due to room capacity.

·         “Math Attack” will be held from 2:45-3:45 p.m. on Tuesdays in Room 326 with Mr. DeHart and Thursdays in Room 234 with Ms. Altembaumer.  This extended learning opportunity is designed to help designated students gain a deeper understanding of how to use strategies to increase their Math comprehension.

·          “Read Attack” will be held on Wednesdays from 2:45-3:45 p.m. and is designed to help designated students master the 6^th, 7^th, and 8^th grade reading curriculums.  For 6^th grade students, “Read Attack” will be held in Room 120 with Ms. Kerestes and Ms. Page.  For 7^th grade students “Read Attack” will be held in Room 328 with Ms. Witheft and Ms. Jacob.  For 8^th grade students “Read Attack” will be held in Room 340 with Ms. McSurley and Mr. Howard. 

 

·         Boys Basketball: The Boys Basketball teams are having a nice season. Monday night the 8^th grade team won their game against St. Matthews, 56-28. The 7^th grade team, which has had several wins this season, lost by a score of 29-28. It was a hard fought game. Both teams play Chiddix today at Edison and then on Thursday at Mahomet. Go Comets!

 

 

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[Edison-PTSA] EDISON PTSA ANNOUNCEMENTS- December 16

EDISON PTSA ANNOUNCEMENTS

 

December 16

 

·         Early Out and Winter Break: Students will be dismissed at 2:10 p.m. on Thursday, December 17 and Friday, December 18. Friday is also the last day of school before Winter Break. The PTSA wishes everyone a joyous holiday season. Enjoy your time off! School will begin again on Tuesday, January 5, 2010. Please also note that the Edison PTSA Announcements will not be sent during break. Announcements will resume on Monday, January 4.

 

·         Extended Learning Opportunities at Edison Middle School! Have your student take advantage of these learning opportunities in the new year. 

·         Computer Lab will be open Monday-Thursday from 3:00-4:00 p.m.  Students can work on assignments in which a computer is needed to complete research, finish typing papers and reports, and use our “Study Island” program to work on Math and Reading Skills.    This lab will be held in Room 144.

·         Math Lab will be open on Thursdays in Room 320 with Mr. Ramirez.  The lab will be open from 2:45-3:45 p.m. Any students who need assistance on math homework or math skills can attend.  Math Lab will only be able to take the first 25 students due to room capacity.

·         “Math Attack” will be held from 2:45-3:45 p.m. on Tuesdays in Room 326 with Mr. DeHart and Thursdays in Room 234 with Ms. Altembaumer.  This extended learning opportunity is designed to help designated students gain a deeper understanding of how to use strategies to increase their Math comprehension.

·          “Read Attack” will be held on Wednesdays from 2:45-3:45 p.m. and is designed to help designated students master the 6^th, 7^th, and 8^th grade reading curriculums.  For 6^th grade students, “Read Attack” will be held in Room 120 with Ms. Kerestes and Ms. Page.  For 7^th grade students “Read Attack” will be held in Room 328 with Ms. Witheft and Ms. Jacob.  For 8^th grade students “Read Attack” will be held in Room 340 with Ms. McSurley and Mr. Howard. 

 

·         Boys Basketball: The Boys Basketball teams are having a nice season. Monday night the 8^th grade team won their game against St. Matthews, 56-28. The 7^th grade team, which has had several wins this season, lost by a score of 29-28. It was a hard fought game. Both teams play Chiddix today at Edison and then on Thursday at Mahomet. Go Comets!

 

December 14

 

·         Candy Grams:  Candy grams are a fun way to give some joy this holiday! Students can purchase them for friends, teachers and administrators for 50 cents each during lunch this week. Candy grams are delivered on Friday. It’s a great way to support the Student Council.

 

COMMUNITY ACTIVITY

·         Champaign Urbana Schools Foundation : The Champaign Urbana Schools Foundation (CUSF) was awarded the Outstanding Philanthropic Foundation by the East Central Illinois chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals recently.  Founded twenty-one years ago to support public education in the twin cities, CUSF’s success has exceeded the organization’s original vision and it has become a major influence in the community in securing support for public schools.  CUSF has raised more than $1 million in private support thereby funding over 1,000 projects and scholarships.

 

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[Edison-PTSA] EDISON PTSA ANNOUNCEMENTS- December 14

EDISON PTSA ANNOUNCEMENTS

 

December 14

 

·         6^th, 7th and 8th grade readers: Edison's Book of the Month Club will be having its first meeting tomorrow, December 15th. The first book: Cirque du Freak #1: a Living Nightmare by Darren Shan. This is a non-mushy, not-too-scary, campy vampire book that's a good read for guys or girls. Read the book and come to Mrs. Easton's room (346) for the first meeting.

 

·         Creative Writing Club: Creative Writing Club will meet from 2:45-4:00 p.m. in room 246 on the following Tuesdays: December:  8^th, 15^th; January:  12^th, 19^th, 26^th;  February:  9^th, 16^th, 23^rd 

 

·         Computer Club: There will be no computer club today.

 

·         Candy Grams:  Candy grams are a fun way to give some joy this holiday! Students can purchase them for friends, teachers and administrators for 50 cents each during lunch this week. Candy grams are delivered on Friday. It’s a great way to support the Student Council.

 

·         Edison String Orchestra and Jazz 2/3 Concert: The Edison Middle School String Orchestra and the Jazz 2 and 3 Bands will present a holiday concert tomorrow night at 7 p.m. in the Edison Middle School Auditorium. Come celebrate the holidays and enjoy great music.

 

·         Treats for Teachers: Parents, students and volunteers, please consider showing your appreciation for the work of the Edison teachers and staff by baking cookies or other treats. PTSA needs several people to bring in 4 to 6 dozen treats (cookies, brownies, fudge, etc.) and drop them off at the school the morning of December 16^th.  If you are willing to participate, please email Kristian.sargeant@sjcnc.org.

 

·         Athletic Events

Mon., Dec. 14: Boys basketball vs St. Matt’s at Edison

Wed., Dec. 16:  Boys basketball vs Chiddix at Edison

Thurs., Dec. 18: Boys basketball at Mahomet, 4:30 p.m.

 

COMMUNITY ACTIVITY

·         Champaign Urbana Schools Foundation : The Champaign Urbana Schools Foundation (CUSF) was awarded the Outstanding Philanthropic Foundation by the East Central Illinois chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals recently.  Founded twenty-one years ago to support public education in the twin cities, CUSF’s success has exceeded the organization’s original vision and it has become a major influence in the community in securing support for public schools.  CUSF has raised more than $1 million in private support thereby funding over 1,000 projects and scholarships.

 

The Announcements are managed by the Edison Middle School PTSA. If you would like to submit information, please send your content to announce-request@edison.u4friends.org. The PTSA reserves the right to deny or edit submissions. If you would like to unsubscribe, please send an e-mail to ptsa@edison.u4friends.org and include “Unsubscribe” in the Subject Header or go here: http://edison.u4friends.org/mailman/listinfo/ptsa_edison.u4friends.org. Archives of the announcements can be found at http://edisonptsa.blogspot.com or http://edison.u4friends.org/pipermail/ptsa_edison.u4friends.org/.

 

 

 

[Edison-PTSA] EDISON PTSA ANNOUNCEMENTS- December 11

EDISON PTSA ANNOUNCEMENTS

 

December 11

 

·         Texas Roadhouse Gift Cards: Today is the last day to support the Edison Poms Squad by purchasing Texas Roadhouse gift cards. You can purchase a card from any member of the Poms Squad. If you have any questions, please contact Coach Cannon at cannonpa@champaignschools.org.

 

·         Treats for Teachers: Parents, students and volunteers, please consider showing your appreciation for the work of the Edison teachers and staff by baking cookies or other treats. PTSA needs several people to bring in 4 to 6 dozen treats (cookies, brownies, fudge, etc.) and drop them off at the school the morning of December 16^th.  If you are willing to participate, please email Kristian.sargeant@sjcnc.org.

 

·         Candy Grams: Student Council will be selling Candy Grams next week, Dec 14-17, Mon –Thurs. at lunch.  Students can send them to their friends, teachers, and administrators for only 50 cents each.  Candy Grams will be delivered on Friday, the 18^th.

 

·         Computer Club: There will be no computer club Monday, Dec. 14^th.

 

 

COMMUNITY ACTIVITY

·         Champaign Urbana Schools Foundation : The Champaign Urbana Schools Foundation (CUSF) was awarded the Outstanding Philanthropic Foundation by the East Central Illinois chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals recently.  Founded twenty-one years ago to support public education in the twin cities, CUSF’s success has exceeded the organization’s original vision and it has become a major influence in the community in securing support for public schools.  CUSF has raised more than $1 million in private support thereby funding over 1,000 projects and scholarships.

December 9

 

·         Edison String Orchestra and Jazz 2/3 Concert: The Edison Middle School String Orchestra will present a holiday concert on December 15^th at 7 p.m. in the Edison Middle School Auditorium along with Edison Middle School Jazz Bands 2 and 3.

 

·         Creative Writing Club: Creative Writing Club will meet from 2:45-4:00 p.m. in room 246 on the following Tuesdays: December:  8^th, 15^th; January:  12^th, 19^th, 26^th;  February:  9^th, 16^th, 23^rd 

 

December 7

 

·         6^th, 7th and 8th grade readers: Edison's Book of the Month Club will be having its first meeting on Tuesday, December 15th. The first book: Cirque du Freak #1: a Living Nightmare by Darren Shan. This is a non-mushy, not-too-scary, campy vampire book that's a good read for guys or girls. Read the book and come to Mrs. Easton's room (346) for the first meeting.

 

·         Congratulations! Congratulations to Jesse Guzman, one of Edison's eighth grade Social Studies teachers, who was asked to share his expertise with teachers from multiple districts in this area during a focus workshop on Saturday, December 5, 2009. Jesse presented one of his units dealing with World War Two at this Urbana School District American History Teachers' Collaborative eight hour event at the Hilton Garden Inn Convention Center.

 

·         Elks Free Throw contest: Anyone who is 8 – 13 years old and IS NOT on the 7th or 8^th grade boys basketball team can participate in the Elk’s Free Throw contest. A flier with all the information can be found on the athletic bulletin board outside room 122.

  

·         Baseball: Fliers for winter camps at the U of I for baseball can be found on the athletic bulletin board outside room 122.

 

·         Athletics in 2010 – 2011: It’ll be here before you know it! Athletic Director Jackie Borchardt has provided the dates for baseball, cross country and girls basketball for next school year. Please mark your calendars because paperwork for athletic physicals and insurance will be due prior to the beginning of the season. See dates below. Please make sure your son/daughter have a current physical, completed Champaign Unit 4 form and written proof of insurance ready for next year.  Physicals are good for one year only. Information about summer camps will be provided in the spring. 

o   Cross Country: Anyone interested in cross country must  begin practicing with the team on the first day of practice which will be August 2 then the runners must attend practices until the meets begin.  This also means all paperwork will need to be turned in before August 2.

o   Baseball: Tryouts for baseball can begin August 2.  They do not know the time or location of tryouts at this time, but all paperwork will need to be turned in prior to August 2.

o   Girls Basketball: Tryouts will begin August 30 which means paperwork will need to be turned in prior to August 30.

 

·         Athletic Events

Sat., Dec. 12: Wrestling at Mattoon

Mon., Dec. 14: Boys basketball vs St. Matt’s at Edison

Wed., Dec. 16:  Boys basketball vs Chiddix at Edison

Thurs., Dec. 18: Boys basketball at Mahomet, 4:30 p.m.

 

 

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[Edison-PTSA] PTSA Needs Cookies! More Cookies!!

The PTSA is showing our appreciation for the Edison Teachers and Staff this month with a Cookie Exchange.

 

But we need more cookies!!

 

Bar cookies, fudge, decorated cookies, holiday candies, or even chocolate chip!  If you're too busy, but Grandma loves to bake, we'd take her cookies, too!  Or get the dough already made in the refrigerator section and just pop them in the oven!

 

We need at least another 10 to 15 people to bring at least 4 dozen cookies next Wednesday, December 16.  Drop off details to follow.

 

For more information, or to let us know you can help out, please contact Kristian Sargeant at kristian.sargeant@sjcnc.org.

 

Thank you very much!

 

 

[Edison-PTSA] EDISON PTSA ANNOUNCEMENTS- December 9

EDISON PTSA ANNOUNCEMENTS

 

December 9

 

·         Candy Grams: Student Council will be selling Candy Grams next week, Dec 14-17, Mon –Thurs. at lunch.  Students can send them to their friends, teachers, and administrators for only 50 cents each.  Candy Grams will be delivered on Friday, the 18^th.

 

·         Band Concert Tonight: Edison’s 6^th grade and 7^th/ 8^th grade concert bands will perform tonight beginning at 7 p.m. in the Edison Auditorium. Come out to hear our wonderful musicians!

 

·         Edison String Orchestra and Jazz 2/3 Concert: The Edison Middle School String Orchestra will present a holiday concert on December 15^th at 7 p.m. in the Edison Middle School Auditorium along with Edison Middle School Jazz Bands 2 and 3.

 

·         Correction: The 6^th grade Boys Basketball team plays tonight at 5:30 p.m. against the Illini Swish at Douglas Center.

 

·         Computer Club: There will be no computer club Monday, Dec. 14^th.

 

·         Creative Writing Club: Creative Writing Club will meet from 2:45-4:00 p.m. in room 246 on the following Tuesdays: December:  8^th, 15^th; January:  12^th, 19^th, 26^th;  February:  9^th, 16^th, 23^rd 

 

·         Cookie Exchange: The PTSA is hosting a cookie exchange for teachers.  We are looking for parents who would be willing to bake 4 to 6 dozen cookies (brownies, fudge, or other baked treats are fine too!) and drop them off at the school the morning of December 16^th.  If you are willing to participate or have any questions please email Kristian.sargeant@sjcnc.org.

 

December 7

 

·         6^th, 7th and 8th grade readers: Edison's Book of the Month Club will be having its first meeting on Tuesday, December 15th. The first book: Cirque du Freak #1: a Living Nightmare by Darren Shan. This is a non-mushy, not-too-scary, campy vampire book that's a good read for guys or girls. Read the book and come to Mrs. Easton's room (346) for the first meeting.

 

·         Congratulations! Congratulations to Jesse Guzman, one of Edison's eighth grade Social Studies teachers, who was asked to share his expertise with teachers from multiple districts in this area during a focus workshop on Saturday, December 5, 2009. Jesse presented one of his units dealing with World War Two at this Urbana School District American History Teachers' Collaborative eight hour event at the Hilton Garden Inn Convention Center.

 

·         Elks Free Throw contest: Anyone who is 8 – 13 years old and IS NOT on the 7th or 8^th grade boys basketball team can participate in the Elk’s Free Throw contest. A flier with all the information can be found on the athletic bulletin board outside room 122.

  

·         Baseball: Fliers for winter camps at the U of I for baseball can be found on the athletic bulletin board outside room 122.

 

·         Athletics in 2010 – 2011: It’ll be here before you know it! Athletic Director Jackie Borchardt has provided the dates for baseball, cross country and girls basketball for next school year. Please mark your calendars because paperwork for athletic physicals and insurance will be due prior to the beginning of the season. See dates below. Please make sure your son/daughter have a current physical, completed Champaign Unit 4 form and written proof of insurance ready for next year.  Physicals are good for one year only. Information about summer camps will be provided in the spring. 

o   Cross Country: Anyone interested in cross country must  begin practicing with the team on the first day of practice which will be August 2 then the runners must attend practices until the meets begin.  This also means all paperwork will need to be turned in before August 2.

o   Baseball: Tryouts for baseball can begin August 2.  They do not know the time or location of tryouts at this time, but all paperwork will need to be turned in prior to August 2.

o   Girls Basketball: Tryouts will begin August 30 which means paperwork will need to be turned in prior to August 30.

 

·         Athletic Events

Tues., Dec. 8: Boys basketball at Rantoul, 6 p.m.

Wed., Dec. 9: Boys basketball vs Bloomington at Edison, 4:15 p.m./ 6^th grade Boys basketball vs Illini Swish at Douglas Center, 5:30 p.m.

Thurs., Dec. 10: Boys basketball at Unity

Sat., Dec. 12: Wrestling at Mattoon

Mon., Dec. 14: Boys basketball vs St. Matt’s at Edison

Wed., Dec. 16:  Boys basketball vs Chiddix at Edison

Thurs., Dec. 18: Boys basketball at Mahomet, 4:30 p.m.

 

December 4

 

·         Texas Roadhouse Gift Cards: The Edison Poms Squad is running a fundraiser  in collaboration with Texas Roadhouse. You can purchase your Texas Roadhouse Gift Cards from any member of the Poms Squad and they will hand deliver your cards to you. Also, for every $20 gift card you purchase you will receive a $5 off coupon. Gift Card sales will run through Friday, December 11^th and will be distributed the following week. If you have any questions, please contact Coach Cannon at cannonpa@champaignschools.org.

 

 

The Announcements are managed by the Edison Middle School PTSA. If you would like to submit information, please send your content to announce-request@edison.u4friends.org. The PTSA reserves the right to deny or edit submissions. If you would like to unsubscribe, please send an e-mail to ptsa@edison.u4friends.org and include “Unsubscribe” in the Subject Header or go here: http://edison.u4friends.org/mailman/listinfo/ptsa_edison.u4friends.org. Archives of the announcements can be found at http://edisonptsa.blogspot.com or http://edison.u4friends.org/pipermail/ptsa_edison.u4friends.org/.

 

 

 

[Edison-PTSA] EDISON PTSA ANNOUNCEMENTS: Security Procedures for Today

On behalf of Ms. Levy,

 

Dear Edison Parents and Community Members:

 

In an effort to be transparent, we are sharing with you what we are sharing with our staffs regarding security procedures being implemented today in light of the release of the Kiwane Carrington report.

We have received information that the Kiwane Carrington investigation report will be released today.  Campuses should operate as normal; however, if it is determined that there is a need for increased security or additional safety measures, they will be initiated by campus administrators.  

 

I reiterate, we are not mandating a soft lockdown unless it is warranted. It is important that we be proactive in keeping our students safe, responding to their emotional needs. If you have students who need additional counseling support, please contact your campus administrators.  

 

 

Michael D. McFarland Ed. D.

 

[Edison-PTSA] EDISON PTSA ANNOUNCEMENTS- December 7

EDISON PTSA ANNOUNCEMENTS

 

December 7

 

·         Computer Club: Members of the Computer Club will meet today from 2:45-3:30 p.m. for part 2 of Squeak. All Edison students are welcome!

 

·         Volleyball Parents Meeting:  Parents of girls who made the Edison volleyball team should attend a meeting tonight at 5:30 in the school cafeteria. Girls will not have practice.

 

·         Meeting for Parents of Wrestlers: Parents of wrestlers will meet on Tuesday, December 8 at 5:15 p.m. in the cafeteria.

 

·         Band Concert: Edison’s 6^th grade and 7^th/ 8^th grade concert bands will perform on Wednesday, December 9, 2009 beginning at 7 p.m. in the Edison Auditorium. The Jazz 2/3 Concert will be held Tuesday, December 15, 2009. Come out to hear our wonderful musicians!

 

·         Band Fundraiser: Prior to the band concert the Edison Band Patrons are offering a Mexican meal from 5-6:30 p.m. in the Edison school cafeteria. The cost is $5 per person. Money and reservations must be in today. You can complete the attached form and turn it into the band room.

 

·         6^th, 7th and 8th grade readers: Edison's Book of the Month Club will be having its first meeting on Tuesday, December 15th. The first book: Cirque du Freak #1: a Living Nightmare by Darren Shan. This is a non-mushy, not-too-scary, campy vampire book that's a good read for guys or girls. Read the book and come to Mrs. Easton's room (346) for the first meeting.

 

·         Congratulations! Congratulations to Jesse Guzman, one of Edison's eighth grade Social Studies teachers, who was asked to share his expertise with teachers from multiple districts in this area during a focus workshop on Saturday, December 5, 2009. Jesse presented one of his units dealing with World War Two at this Urbana School District American History Teachers' Collaborative eight hour event at the Hilton Garden Inn Convention Center.

 

·         Elks Free Throw contest: Anyone who is 8 – 13 years old and IS NOT on the 7th or 8^th grade boys basketball team can participate in the Elk’s Free Throw contest. A flier with all the information can be found on the athletic bulletin board outside room 122.

  

·         Baseball: Fliers for winter camps at the U of I for baseball can be found on the athletic bulletin board outside room 122.

 

·         Athletics in 2010 – 2011: It’ll be here before you know it! Athletic Director Jackie Borchardt has provided the dates for baseball, cross country and girls basketball for next school year. Please mark your calendars because paperwork for athletic physicals and insurance will be due prior to the beginning of the season. See dates below. Please make sure your son/daughter have a current physical, completed Champaign Unit 4 form and written proof of insurance ready for next year.  Physicals are good for one year only. Information about summer camps will be provided in the spring. 

o   Cross Country: Anyone interested in cross country must  begin practicing with the team on the first day of practice which will be August 2 then the runners must attend practices until the meets begin.  This also means all paperwork will need to be turned in before August 2.

o   Baseball: Tryouts for baseball can begin August 2.  They do not know the time or location of tryouts at this time, but all paperwork will need to be turned in prior to August 2.

o   Girls Basketball: Tryouts will begin August 30 which means paperwork will need to be turned in prior to August 30.

 

·         Athletic Events

Tues., Dec. 8: Boys basketball at Rantoul, 6 p.m.

Wed., Dec. 9: Boys basketball vs Bloomington at Edison, 4:15 p.m./ 6^th grade Boys basketball vs Illini Swish at Douglas Center, 7:30 p.m.

Thurs., Dec. 10: Boys basketball at Unity

Sat., Dec. 12: Wrestling at Mattoon

Mon., Dec. 14: Boys basketball vs St. Matt’s at Edison

Wed., Dec. 16:  Boys basketball vs Chiddix at Edison

Thurs., Dec. 18: Boys basketball at Mahomet, 4:30 p.m.

 

December 4

 

·         Texas Roadhouse Gift Cards: The Edison Poms Squad is running a fundraiser  in collaboration with Texas Roadhouse. You can purchase your Texas Roadhouse Gift Cards from any member of the Poms Squad and they will hand deliver your cards to you. Also, for every $20 gift card you purchase you will receive a $5 off coupon. Gift Card sales will run through Friday, December 11^th and will be distributed the following week. If you have any questions, please contact Coach Cannon at cannonpa@champaignschools.org.

 

·         Cookie Exchange: The PTSA is hosting a cookie exchange for teachers.  The idea is that each teacher will leave with a variety of cookies to enjoy.  We are looking for parents who would be willing to bake 4 to 6 dozen cookies (brownies, fudge, or other baked treats are fine too!).  If possible we would like them dropped off at the school the morning of December 16^th.  If possible, I would also like a copy of the recipe ahead of time to have on hand in case a teacher would like a specific recipe.  If you are willing to participate or have any questions please email Kristian.sargeant@sjcnc.org.

 

December 2

 

·         Congratulations to Two Edison Teachers! The PTSA would like to congratulate Mr. Bryan Foli and Mr. Jonathon Ramirez. Both teachers have recently received their National Board Certification. We would like to thank them for their hard work and dedication in helping make Edison a better place to learn!

 

The Announcements are managed by the Edison Middle School PTSA. If you would like to submit information, please send your content to announce-request@edison.u4friends.org. The PTSA reserves the right to deny or edit submissions. If you would like to unsubscribe, please send an e-mail to ptsa@edison.u4friends.org and include “Unsubscribe” in the Subject Header or go here: http://edison.u4friends.org/mailman/listinfo/ptsa_edison.u4friends.org. Archives of the announcements can be found at http://edisonptsa.blogspot.com or http://edison.u4friends.org/pipermail/ptsa_edison.u4friends.org/.