Friday Notes I November 11, 2022 |
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Jr. Thespian Induction Ceremony |
On Tuesday, November 8th, 2022, our Jr. Thespian officers held the first induction ceremony of the year, led by teacher Scott Robinson.
The Jr. Thespian Troupe is part of the National Thespian Society, an organization that recognizes student achievement in the arts. Students in grades 6 - 8 may earn membership by compiling points for such activities as acting, set design, make-up, lighting and other activities.
This week the following students were inducted into Foothill's chapter:
Ishaana A
Neil Xu
Mia Li
Gryffin M.
Fahreda V.
Violet G.
Avery M.
Miranda L.
Jerry Y.
Iris C.
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Holocaust Survivor Visits Foothill:
8th Grade Students Get a First Hand Account
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We were honored and privileged to hear the emotional, first hand account of World War II from Mrs. Fajgl Fischel Moncznik today.
Mrs. Fischel is 94 years old and she was accompanied by her daughter. Mrs. Fischel grew up in Poland. In 1938, when she was just 10 years old, her family was sent to the Jewish ghetto. When she was 11, she was taken away from her family and sent to the first of 3 Nazi concentration camps. After narrowly escaping the gas chamber, she ended her time at the same camp as Anne and Margot Frank. In total, she spent 5 years in slave labor, only because she was Jewish. She was the age of our students!
A Foothill student asked her what kept her going, and she answered "Hope, belief in God, and that I would someday find my family." At age 16, she was liberated, but found she had only one family member left, as all the rest had perished at the hands of the Nazi regime.
Mother and daughter had strong messages for our students, knowing that the population of Jewish Holocaust survivors is aging -- soon there will be no one to give first-hand accounts of this history.
They asked our children to tell their story becuase they have now heard it directly from a survivor. "Don't forget. It is your responsiblity to use your words to promote peace and love. When you hear people talking negatively about another culture or another religion, stand up...be kind, be nice. Don't forget you have loving parents, and treasure them. When you walk out the door, you don't know if it will be the last time you see them."
What a gift our students have received by meeting this remarkable woman! Thank you to the Geldwert Family for organizing this wonderful opportunity!
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Winter Session: November 28 - February 3
Please Register NOW as classes begin immediately after Thanksgiving Break!
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Feelling like it is an early Black Friday sale? You must have been registering your child for Enrichment this week! Several of our classes were full in the first few minutes! If you haven't done so, please register now. Don't forget: Debate and Math Club students will need to renew their registration even though their programs span the school year.
Class Status (as of this writing):
FULL CLASSES:
MakerSpace Lab
Golf
TechKidz Coding
LEGO Masters
JUST A FEW SPACES LEFT:
Creative Sculpture
Kids Cooking Academy
Robot Workshop
Glee Club
BIG NEWS: ORCHESTRA IS BACK!
We are so excited to reboot our successful orchestra program! Claremont Community School of Music is our treasured partner, and you have the opportunity to join now! No experience required! This program will continue for the remainder of the school year, so please consider the commitment before joining. No students will be added to this class in the spring session.
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8th Grade Eulogy for "Dead" Words |
October ended on a sad note in Ms. Resto's 8th grade English class as the 8th graders said good-bye to their "dead words" such as Very, So, and Like. For the last couple of years in October, 8th graders write a eulogy for their chosen word. As can be seen, some students were quite emotional. We suspect parents won't be sad to see this words exit their vocabulary.
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What Parents Need to Know
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Grandparents and Family Friends Day
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On Friday, November 18, Foothill will be honoring a long-held tradition of inviting grandparents and adult family friends to experience a morning at our school. We can't wait to showcase our amazing students and beautiful campus! Here is what you need to know:
General Overview:
- This event is exclusively for students, their grandparents, or other adult friends of the family. We want this to be a special time of bonding and sharing for students and these treasured adults. Due to space limitations, we cannot accommodate parents at this event. If your parent has a physical disability that requires assistance, please let us know.
- The day includes classroom experiences, photo booth, refreshments, and group activities.
- Students should NOT bring backpacks or lunches on Grandparents and Family Friends Day, as they block the walking areas on campus. All academic materials will be sent home on Thursday that week.
- Hosting a grandparent/friend is optional. Students who are not hosting a grandparent/family friend will attend school as well.
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This is a formal dress day for students!
- This event falls on the Friday before our Thanksgiving holiday week. It will be a wonderful way to kick off the holiday of gathering with loved ones!
Arrival:
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We encourage you to drop off students and grandparents/family friends together, or have them drive together, if possible. There is limited parking for grandparents/friends in both the Harrison and Towne Avenue parking lots.
- Arrival begins at 7:30a.m. with the event starting at 8:15a.m.
- Grandparents check in at the gym.
Dismissal:
- October 18 will be a early dismissal day for our school. Due to the unique nature of the day, dismissal will happen a little differently.
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Dismissal is at 11:15a.m. for all students who are hosting grandparents/family friends.
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We ask that students who are not hosting a grandparent/family friend be picked up at their normal dismissal location at 11:30a.m. in order to reduce traffic congestion as grandparents exit the parking lots.
- All students should check out that day with their teacher, and then may leave with their Grandparent/Family Friend. If the child has a younger sibling, we ask that grandparents check out with the classroom of the youngest sibling.
- If you are driving to pick up your student and grandparents/family friends, please make sure to announce in Pikmykid.
Tips to pass on to your guests:
- Please wear comfortable shoes! Our campus is large and they you be walking with your student.
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If you need disability assistance, such as a parking space, please contact Colette Sims at [email protected] so that we can accommodate you.
- Please check in at the Howell Webb courtyard, where you will receive a name tag, campus map, and schedules for the day.
- Grandparents/Friends will be gathering together in the gym for coffee, light breakfast and a short presentation at 8:15am while their grandchildren go to their classrooms. You will be reunited with your grandchild at 8:40am and will remain with them for the rest of the day.
- Grandparents accompanying two children will receive both schedules and can join in activities for either child at their leisure.
- We will have many volunteers available to assist and direct you throughout the day.
Questions about the event? Please feel free to reach out to Colette Sims at [email protected].
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What's Mr. Silva Reading to Kindergarten This Week |
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The fall sports season is winding down!
This week's games:
Thursday, 11/17
Volleyball BLUE and Football @ Carden Arbor View
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Kindergarten - 5th Grade Creates Bucket of Blessings
to Benefit Foothill Family Shelter
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The Book Fair is Right When We Return!
November 28 - December 2
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We are so excited! The Betty Webb Library will host the San Marino Toy and Book Fair from Tuesday, November 28 - Friday, December 2 (that's the week we return from Thanksgiving Break). This event is a great way for students to purchase books for the holiday book exchange between students, and it is perfect for parents who need to do a little holiday shopping! The book fair profits will be used to purchase new books for the library and classrooms. |
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Upper School Students Lead Toy Drive |
The Upper School has partnered with Warrior for Children for a “Joy Drive” benefiting local children, ages 0 - 18 years. Bins are now on campus, and ready to fill! 🎁
Warrior for Children is an Upland-based nonprofit supporting children who are navigating trauma, such as those in foster care, adoptive families, drug-exposed children, those in the court system, or children in family-based rehabilitation centers.
Although toys are requested, the overall need is great! Art and school supplies, backpacks, bedding, books and even batteries are among the many other desired items.
**The QR code on the attached flyer will direct you to age-specific wish-lists.**
Any items donated should be NEW and UNWRAPPED.
If you wish to order something online, please have it SHIPPED DIRECTLY TO CAMPUS, so that our Upper School students can organize the donations, and fill the boxes:
Toy Drive c/o
Foothill Country Day School
1035 West Harrison
Claremont, CA 91711
Together, we can make a difference!
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4th Grade Presents "Save Me a Seat" |
On Thursday, our 4th graders presented "Save Me a Seat", based on the book by Sarah Weeks and Gita Varadarajan. The story of two friends from very different cultures touches on celebrating differences while joining together against a common enemy -- the school bully. Bravo, 4th Grade! |
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Early Dismissal After Grandparents and Family Friends Day
Friday, November 18
11:00a.m. -- Seedling Dismissal
11:15a.m. -- Dismissal for all students who are hosting a grandparent/family friend.
11:30a.m. -- Dismissal for all students who are NOT hosting a grandparent/family friend, at their normal dismissal location. Please use PikMyKid to announce your arrival.
*please do not arrive early as it will cause a traffic jam! We want our grandparents to exit campus safely!
NO SCHOOL
Monday, November 21 - Friday, November 25
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