Hello JFK Families!
Hawk-a-thon is coming soon! We are really excited to make this a school wide event and our teachers are actively planning activities that our students will engage in throughout the day. This was a great event last year and we are looking forward to another fun filled day of learning and activities that connect in some way to our hawk mascot. Thank you to the PTO for all their hard work, support, and effort to help plan and organize the day!
Have a great weekend!
Mr. Brennan
Picture Day - Picture day is scheduled for Tuesday, October 18th. This year we will be working with Robert Taylor Photography. Please read through the following information below. Individual as well as class pictures will be taken on this day.
Attached is the pricing information and instructions. The school prepay link is open until October 25th. If there are siblings in the same school, then you may enter the next child's name after placing the first child's package in the cart.
Also note, Robert Taylor offers the 3rd child free package for the same school. You may prepay the first and second child's orders in the school's prepay. Email the studio at roberttaylorphotostudio@gmail.com with the 3rd child's name, school and what package was ordered for the other siblings. This is a special only available thru the end of the prepay period and at the same school.
Here is the link but it is also listed on the pricing form above.
https://www.theimageconnection.com/Preorder/StudioStart?studioID=01600
Community Connection Center - Great News! You can now click here for our new mobile friendly Community Connection Center's Newsletter! There are still spots open for our Raising Readers Parent Book Club & the Circle of Security Parenting Class. Sign up & complete our survey! Each week information about Milford's providers & their programs are listed . You will also find family friendly activities & places to visit. And don't forget that the CCC website is also updated with links to community resources. Have a Great weekend!
Fall Conferences: We are pleased to announce our Fall 2022 Elementary Conference Schedule:
Wednesday, October 19th 1:45-3:45 p.m.
Thursday, October 20th 5:30-8:00 p.m.
Friday, October 21st 1:45-3:45 p.m.
*Please note that we will have a modified early dismissal time on the conference days to accommodate the conference schedule. Therefore, students will be dismissed on October 19th, 20th, and October 21st at 1:15pm.
Parents/guardians will once again have the opportunity to select a conference time through My Conference Time. All conferences will be in person unless a parent/guardian requests a Google Meet link directly from the teacher. Fall conference sign up information will be live on our school website from Friday, October 7th, at 9:00 a.m. through Monday, October 17th, at 12:00 p.m. If you prefer a virtual session, please contact the teacher to request a Google Meet link to conduct your conference virtually after you have confirmed your conference time through My Conference Time Online Scheduler. We are looking forward to meeting with you to discuss your child’s learning!
Quick tip: Look for emails from “noreply@myconferencetime.com” when searching email for conference confirmation communication.
Specialist Spotlight - Art
Art has been amazing so far at JFK this year! PreK-5 students began the year learning how to draw self-portraits, exploring different watercolor techniques, and adding features that make each student who they are.
As fall rolls in, all grades are going to be creating their own fall inspired pieces. Kindergarten students will soon be working on skills such as cutting, gluing, and painting to create their own apple baskets. Grade 1 is learning about symmetry, monarch butterflies, and how to use oil pastels while making their symmetrical butterflies. Grade 2 is also learning about symmetry and composition to create a sunflower field. Grade 3 is taking a look at Vincent Van Gogh’s sunflowers, learning about composition and creating their very own still life! Grade 4 will be analyzing the work of Japanese artist Yayio Kusama to create pumpkins. Grade 5 will be working on one point perspective to create autumnal scenes.
This last month has been wonderful creating with everyone! I am so excited to see what is in store for us as the year progresses! If you want to reach out, feel free to email me at kbenedetti@milforded.org
Kayla Benedetti
Important Dates:
October 5 - No School - Yom Kippur
Friday, October. 14 - Hawk-a-Thon!
Tuesday, October 18 - School Pictures
October 19 - 21 - Parent Conferences/Scholastic Book Fair
Friday, October 21 - Trunk or Treat
Some pictures from the week at JFK
Hawk-a-Thon is Going Strong!
Hawk-a-thon is in full swing! The easiest way to get involved is to sign-up for your child’s fundraising page HERE. Then just send the link to your family and friends! Remember, anyone who raises ANY amount qualifies for raffle prizes and helps the PTO support our JFK community throughout the year.
Hawk-a-Thon is off to a great start! Right now 1st and 3rd grade are battling it out for FREE McDonald’s ice cream.
If you haven’t signed-up for your child’s fundraising page yet, it’s not too late. Just go HERE and get started. A huge thank you, also, to those who are still sending in personal checks and donations. Just make sure everything is in an envelope with “Hawk-a-thon” written on it. Every dollar counts and means we can do more fun activities for our kids throughout the year.
Hawk-a-thon is a single day of JFK spirited fun where kids raise money to support the PTO and win super cool prizes. This year it’s on Friday, Oct. 14th, and if you raise ANY amount, you can win prizes! Check out our PRIZE flyer for more info
Our prize list is growing all the time, but it’s never too late to donate! If you are a local business that wants to support JFK, let us know at ptojfk@gmail.com.
There’s Still Time to Join the PTO!
The start of a new year means it’s time to renew your PTO membership! If you’ve never been a member, joining is a great way to support the programs, events and resources we provide our JFK community all year long. Click here for the PTO Family Membership form, or here for the PTO Staff Membership form.
Two Hour Power Hour Challenge!
There are absolutely NO volunteer requirements for joining the PTO! However, if you join and volunteer for 2 hours at some point during the year, you’ll be entered into a drawing for a super fun family adventure limo ride with free ice cream!
Lyman Pies & Cookies are Back!
Our popular pie and cookie dough sale starts on Monday - keep an eye out for an email next week. All pies and cookie dough will be delivered frozen the week before Thanksgiving. That makes it even easier to take a break from baking and support JFK PTO at the same time - it's a WIN! WIN!
Attention 5th Grade Families!
Help us make our kids final year at JFK the best it can be! Complete the 5th grade family form to stay up-to-date on events, planning and volunteer opportunities for your 5th grader.
After school theater with Pantochino Productions
Our next rehearsal for grades 3-5 only will take place Monday, 10/3 3:45-5PM. Don't forget your scripts and a quick snack!