Edison Middle School PTSA Announcements
306 West Green Street
Champaign, IL 61820-5099
Phone: (217) 351-3771 Fax: (217) 355-2564
November 8
- Edison PTSA Facebook Page: Edison PTSA now has a facebook page. The link to the page is http://www.facebook.com/edisonptsa?sk=wall . Send a friend request to the page if you want to receive updates, news, pics, and info about Edison Middle School.
- Edison Choir: Choir this week on Wednesday, November 9th - right after school from 2:45-4:00 in Ms. Tock's room, 110. Anyone is welcome!
- PTSA Meeting: The next PTSA meeting is Tuesday, Nov. 8th at 7pm in the Edison Library. Informal gathering time is 6:45pm and all are welcome to attend.
- Applefest for the Staff: The PTSA is organizing Applefest for the Edison staff on Thursday, November 10th. We're looking for donations of all things apple: apple cider, apple doughnuts, sliced apples and caramel dip, apple-cinnamon tea…etc. The goodies will be set out in the teachers' lounge for the staff to enjoy throughout the day. Please e-mail Lynnette Dodds at lynnette24@sbcglobal.net if you have something you'd like to donate.
November 7
- Thanksgiving Family Feast and Movie Night! Edison students and families are invited to attend a dinner and a movie at Edison. Friday November 18th from 6-8pm. Dinner will be at 6pm. Movie will begin in the auditorium at 7:15pm. RSVP by November 4th. (Donations are accepted but not required). Attached is the RSVP (Spanish form provided too). We want everyone to participate in this fun night of food and a movie. Students must be accompanied by an adult.
November 4
- Important Letter: Attached is an important letter from Interim Superintendent Robert Malito and School Board President Sue Grey. (Spanish version attached too)
- NSBE Jr: N.S.B.E. Jr. is an after school club that is sponsored by the National Society of Black Engineers. Although they have been meeting on Wednesdays, they have decided to meet instead on Thursdays after school starting November 10. For more information, please see the NSBE Jr. attachment. Permission slips may be turned in to Mrs. Mastny or Mr. Freeman at Edison.
November 2
- Future Freshmen Night: Attached is a flyer for 8th grade students/families inviting them to attend Future Freshman Night on January 11th. Event is held at Centennial High School in Aldridge Auditorium from 7-8:30 pm
- Reflections Deadline Extended: National PTA Reflections Program: NEW DEADLINE IS NOVEMBER 15th. The Reflections program encourages students to explore their artistic talents inspired by a specific theme. This years Reflections theme is "Diversity Means." Visit the following web-site for entry forms and participation rules. http://www.ptareflections.org/cs/about_reflections All entries must be completed by 3:30pm, November 15th. If you have any questions, please contact Karen Easton at <eastonka@champaignschools.org>
- Volleyball and Wrestling Info
Anyone interested in trying out for wrestling or volleyball must have the required paperwork turned in to Ms. Borchardt by Thurs., Nov. 10. The required paperwork includes:
1. Current physical
2. Completed Champaign Unit 4 form
3. Copy of insurance card/medical card
Please see Ms. Borchardt (room 122) if you are not sure if you have the required paperwork turned in.
Wrestling and volleyball tryouts will begin on Monday, Nov. 28
6th grade girls can try out for the 7th grade IESA volleyball team. Coach Taylor can keep 0, 1, 2,3, 4 or 5 of the sixth graders who tryout.
Wrestling includes 6th, 7th and 8th graders from Edison, Jefferson and Franklin.
- Edison Spirit Wear If you missed your chance to order Edison Spirit wear at registration, the final order for the school year will be taken from now until Nov 18th, order form is attached. These are the red tees and hoodies and gray sweats. Simply submit your order form along with payment in an envelope marked "spirit wear" to the office. The apparel will be ready early in December and will be distributed to your student, so be sure to indicate student name and grade level. If you have any questions, contact Jo Lynne Clauson at joclauson@comcast.net
- PE Clothing: Parents you can still order PE clothes for your student. Attached is the order form. Submit your order form along with payment in an envelope marked PE Clothes to the office.
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