In This Issue
- Trivia Night: May 12
- Jump-a-Thon: May 23
- Faculty Appreciation Lunch: Volunteers Needed
- Sign Up for Summer Camp at Mark Day
- Upcoming Events
- May 4: South Africa 2018 Info Meeting
- May 10: 5th Grade 1:1 Laptop Program Preview Evening
- May 17: Spring Concert
- May 19: Spring Dance (6-8)
- Reading Corner
- Final Bizjack Reading Project Due This Week
- Rockstar Readers
- On the Same Page
- Just Imagine Club: Thriller
- Athletics
- May 6-7: Track & Field
- School Track Records
Heads Blog
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May SEL Theme
Gratefulness / Gratitute
Announcements
Trivia Night
On May 12, from 6:30-8:30pm, 6th, 7th, and 8th graders, their parents, and high school-age alumni are welcome to come to Trivia Night, a fundraiser for the eSibonisweni Primary Orphan Project (ePOP), which provides school uniforms, blankets, food, and household supplies for around 50 learners. Pizza and dessert will be provided. There is not cost to attend this event, and donations are welcome.
Jump-a-Thon
For our 10th consecutive year through a voluntary Jump-a-Thon on May 23, we hope to alleviate the cost of food that the Mark Day School community provides for the AIDS orphans at our partner school, eSibonisweni in South Africa. The Jump-a-Thon makes a big difference annually for the AIDS orphans. The event will occur only during PE time and will not change the structure of the students' day. It will work in a similar fashion to any event for which people collect sponsors. In this instance, students will collect a pledge that is given per jump or it can be one amount donated for their efforts. Students will be able to collect pledges for each jump completed during the Jump-a-Thon and will turn their pledge sheets into Mrs. Sigler. At the end of each student's PE class, Mrs. Sigler or Mr. Orwig will record their jump. For more information, email Leslie Sigler (lsigler@markdayschool.org).
Faculty Appreciation Lunch - Volunteers Needed
On May 31, we are honoring our fabulous faculty and administration with the lovely tradition of the Appreciation Lunch. It is a special day where parents provide food, beverages, and coverage for the teachers so they can enjoy a delicious and relaxed lunch. There are plenty of ways to help—bring food or beverages, help with set up and clean up, supervise children of all ages during lunch and/or the playground. Please click here to sign up to help. If you have any questions, please contact Houda Silcock. Thank you in advance for your help and contribution!
Do You Have Plans for Summer?
Sign up for Summer Camp at Mark Day School! Students K-8 can tinker, create, write, and play. Check out the courses and register today.
Upcoming Events
May 4
Informational Meeting: South Africa 2018
6:00pm (Music Room)
Come to the After School Club at 6:00pm to learn more about next summer's delegation trip to visit our partners in South Africa (July 21-August 3, 2018). The delegation will visit Johannesburg, spend time at Kliptown Youth Program (KYP), fly to Durban, and drive up through the iSimangiliso Wetlands (hippos, crocs, and wildlife) to eSibonisweni, where we will spend a few days.
May 10
5th Grade 1:1 Laptop Program Preview Evening
6:30-7:30pm (Music Room)
Hear a summary of the purpose and logistics regarding the 1:1 laptop program that begins in the fall of 6th grade and continues through 8th grade.
May 17
Spring Concert
7:00pm (Gym)
Performances by the Mark Day School Choir, Band, String Ensemble, Rock Band, Octaves, Drum Ensemble, Guitar class and our new Jazz Band! Free admission, all ages and grades are welcome. The concert will last approximately one hour.
Reading Corner
Final Bizjack Reading Project Due This Week & Pop-Up Gallery on Friday!
The third and final Bizjack Reading Program deadline is this week, May 1-5; all are invited to the Library Annex on Friday, May 5 for the last Bizjack Pop-Up Gallery of the year to see all of the amazing projects from our 3rd-8th grade readers. Students who have submitted all three projects this year will be honored at our Mark Day School Reads Assembly on Friday, June 9.
Rockstar Readers
Counting by 7s by Holly Goldberg Sloan is our May Rockstar Readers selection. Fourth and 5th graders can stop by the Library Annex to borrow a copy, and bring their lunch to join in our discussion on Friday, May 12. This is our final book discussion and penultimate meeting of the school year!
On the Same Page
Our 6th and 7th grade student/parent book club is reading The Truth About Twinkie Pie by Kat Yeh. Friends, family, mysteries, and food come together in this unforgettable story. Pick up a copy from the Library Annex and join us for dinner and discussion at 6:00pm on Monday, May 15.
Athletics
Come cheer us on!
May 6-7: Track & Field Rebel Invitational (San Pablo, CC College)
The Upper School Track Meet is coming up on May 19th. Check out the school's track records here.
Just Imagine Club
Science Fiction Theater (1955) "A Visit from Dr. Pliny" starring Edmund Gwenn and William Schallert. An overly friendly scientist wants to gift a university with a very special machine. Who is she, and where did he come from?
Just Imagine Club takes place on Fridays in the Gym during lunch period (12:30-1:10). Kids bring their lunch, drop in and watch a movie. This year, we're celebrating classic science fiction, fantasy, and horror television.
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