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Dear FSUS Families,
March Madness! Some of you may think of college basketball, but for many of us it means the flurry of school activities before we take our much-deserved Spring Break.
Your FSUS PTSA has several activities and lots of behind-the-scenes planning going on in March.
FCAT Testing takes place on specific dates March 10-19. PTSA volunteers will be distributing snacks to all students taking FCAT tests. Please provide your student with bottled water during his or her testing dates.
PTSA is also hosting a Health & Safety Fair during school hours on the Thursday before Spring Break, March 26. Volunteers are needed that day to help both exhibitors and students navigate the event. Click here to volunteer.
Planning is already underway for the Teacher Staff Appreciation Week, May 4-8. If you have any questions or would like to volunteer your time please contact Susan Brodbeck at 877-4230.
The PTSA Nominating Committee is seeking interested PTSA members for elected office for the 2009-2010 school year. Please contact Heidi Abernethy to learn more.
Finally, we are encouraging our elementary students to read as much as possible for the Principal's Reading Challenge so that Mr. Trafford will transform into Captain Underpants at the May Fun Friday. Seriously, kids, you do not want to let that opportunity pass you by! You will find extra reading logs by clicking here.
Take care and enjoy your Spring Break!
Kasey Chapin
FSUS PTSA President
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March at a Glance
Mar. 10-19 FCAT Testing and Make Up Days
Mar. 18 PTA Rally at the Capitol
11:00 am, Plaza near Dolphin fountain
Mar. 26 Health & Safety Fair
11:00 am - 4:00 pm, Gym
Mar. 27 Elementary Fun Friday
7:50 am, Elementary Courtyard
Mar. 30-April 2 Spring Break
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Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities
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Want to sign up to help out? Click on one of the PTSA sponsored event/projects below:
The Health & Safety Fair will take place on Thursday, March 26th during school hours. If you would like to volunteer to help with this event, click here for more information and to sign up.
Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week will take place the week of May 4th-8th. If you would like to help out and/or have questions, please contact Susan Brodbeck at 877-4230.
Looking for a few good leaders! - Interested in serving on next years board as an elected officer? Want to know more about positions that will be available on next year's PTSA Executive Board? Contact Heidi Abernethy for more information. We need you!
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Spanish Club has begun their weekly dancing class!
Students, faculty, staff, and parents are welcome to visit Seņor Guastella's classroom every Wednesday after school and have fun learning the Merengue and other Latino dances.
So come on by and dance your troubles away!
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FCAT Testing - March 10-19 (includes make up days)
Just a reminder: FCAT Testing is fast approaching. The dates for testing, including make up days, are March 10th - 19th.
Please make sure students are getting plenty of rest each night and that they eat a nutritious breakfast to help them perform their best on the test.
As mentioned earlier in this newsletter, the PTSA will provide snacks for each testing day. Please send your child with a bottle of water each day to accompany the snack.
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Legislative Update - PTA Rally March 18th
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Let your voice be heard!
Florida PTA will hold a rally at the State Capitol on March 18th at 11:00 am to be a united voice for the children in the state of Florida.
If you are interested in attending the rally, please visit the Florida PTA website for details as to where the rally will take place and to learn more about the issues.
You may also contact your state senators and representatives, and express your concerns. Here are the links to the sites:
If you have any questions, please contact Precious Boatright, Legislative Chair for more information.
Precious Boatright
Chair, Legislative
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Health & Safety Update
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Health & Safety Fair - March 26th
The annual PTSA Health and Safety Fair will take place in the gym from 11:00 am-4:00 pm on March 26, 2009, the Thursday before Spring Break.
Teachers are invited to bring their class to the gym during this time. We have invited about 75 local groups to participate this year.
Stay tuned for details. Anyone wishing to volunteer should e-mail Health and Safety Committee Chair Danni Vogt or call him at 877-5641.
Garden Club - resumes mid-March
The PTSA again will be sponsoring a vegetable garden beginning in mid March where elementary school kids can learn to plant and grow their own food. A paperless signup will begin the first week of March so be on the lookout for an email with details about how to register your child for this project via the internet.
Bike Rodeo
The Bike Rodeo was a huge success with about 50 kids enjoying the perfect weather to have fun while learning bike safety. Thanks to Pro Hruda and the other volunteers who made this event a reality.
Danni Vogt
Chair, Healthy & Safety
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Box Tops, Campbells, Tyson A+, Community Coffee and Nestle Pure Water Collection Period #3 Winners
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 Thank you to everyone that turned in Box Tops/Labels. The following students are the winners for the 3rd collection period:
K-2
Nia Holmes/Ms. Howard - 349
Dillan Ly/Ms. James - 275
3-5
Logan Arrington/Ms. Fair - 644
Lexi Fitzpatrick/Ms. Magnuson - 300
6 - 8
Dylan Edwards/ - 6th - 264
David Shirley / 7th - 721
9 - 12
Ethan Shannon/11th - 31
Devin Odom/9th - 129
If you forgot to turn yours in this time, don't worry, we still have one more collection period. The last day to turn in Box Tops/Labels for this school year will be on May 20 (that will be here before we know it).
Remember this is a great way to help your school and teachers. All money received from these programs goes right back to the school, to teachers and students.
Thank you to everyone that participates.
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2008-2009 PTSA Senior Scholarships
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Are you a senior, who is looking for some extra money to use for  college? Every year, the PTSA awards scholarships to soon-to-be graduates. The scholarship amount is $250.00* for each individual scholarship.
If you are interested in learning about the criteria to qualify for each scholarship,a description of each scholarship and the application are available on our website. Please click here for more information.
*See details on website regarding the possibility of receiving a higher amount.
Bonnie Abellera
Chair, Senior Scholarships
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Take Care,
Julie Lengacher
Chair, Technology Committee
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