Read by martha.bradford

We are halfway through another busy week!!

It's Cabaret night!!

Join us as we showcase our 5th grade music students tonight, June 7, 2017 at 6:00pm with various vocal and instrumental performances.  They have been working hard and this is their night to shine!!

Refreshments for sale as well as raffle of ukulele, Theater at The Mount tickets, piano tuning, guitar lessons and more

Tickets $5.00 per family.

Please note: preforming students should arrive at the JA Cafeteria between 5:30-5:45. There is no specific dress code for the evening...just have them wear something nice

Caldecott Winning Illustrator Beth Krommes comes to JA on Thursday June 8th.  Don't forget to send in your books to have them signed.

Your children have been working hard towards their Books and Beyond medals and we can't wait to celebrate their accomplishment this Friday June 9th in the gymnasium.  Parents are welcome to attend and we would love to see you.

8:30 = K & 1

9:30 = 2, 3 & D1

10:30 = 4, 5 & D2

Join us Tuesday, June 13th at 6:30 for JA night at the Dirt Dawgs.  

Tickets are only $2.50 for JA families Purchase tickets in advance or at the game. (Make sure to tell them you are from Johnny Appleseed) 

There will be food, games, prizes & JA Spirit Wear!

Bring a Baseball to be Autographed by the Players
Keep up to date with information at our Face book event: JA Dirt Dawgs Night

Field Day 2017 is June 14th and we still need your help.   If you are able to volunteer please email jaschoolpto@gmail.com to sign up.

Barnes and Noble Book Fair

Next Friday, June 16th, there is a JA Barnes and Noble night from 4 pm. to 9 pm. and will benefit the JA library.  There will be many students and staff reading stories and poetry of there own creation. We encourage all of you to come and support your library. All the summer reading selections will be front and center for you to purchase if you'd like. 

Other Important Dates:

Spirit Week - June 19-23

5th Grade BBQ - June 19th

5th Grade Moving on Ceremony - June 22nd

Last day of School - June 23rd

More information to come soon

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The end of the year is coming quick!!  Our last day of School is Friday, June 23rd but there is a lot happening between now and then!!

A few quick reminders:

         

Caldecott Winning Illustrator Beth Krommes comes to JA on Thursday June 8th and we are beyond excited.  If you would like her to sign a book for your child please make sure to send it in that day and it should be well marked with your child's name and homeroom along with any special instructions if the book needs to be autographed for someone other than your child.  Books must be purchased ahead of time and can be found at www.amazon.com or www.barnesandnoble.com.  For more information on Ms. Kromes and her work check out her website http://bethkrommes.com

Our Books and Beyond Metal Ceremony is scheduled for Friday, June 9th.  If your child achieved a level 8 or above in our books and beyond program join us as we celebrate them!!  This ceremony takes place in the gym and kids are divided up by grade.  

Kindergarten & 1st grade - 8:30 am

2nd & 3rd grade - 9:30 am

4th & 5th grade - 10:30 am

Field day is schedule for Wednesday, June 14th.  We are looking for volunteers so if you are available please email jaschoolpto@gmail.com.  More information to come as we get a little closer!

Have you checked out our new online School Store?  - https://johnnya.itemorder.com/

Featuring both youth & adult apparel along with fun items like water bottles, Frisbees & backpacks, we are happy to team up with Leominster business North East Promotion & Apparel to offer you this online service to show your JA Spirit!!