This week’s issue Monday, April 26, 2010

                                                    Important Upcoming Events

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April at a glance:

Take Advantage Now:

Please remember reenrollment for the 2010-2011 school year has begun.  In the past few weeks we have been touring and/or sending out information to prospective students and have now enrolled some of those students.  We want all current students to be assured a spot for next school year, so be sure to return your enrollment agreements as soon as possible.  If you need any forms please see Nikki Wills or download them from the ASES website.

If you would like to make an annual payment, you can receive a 4% discount if payment is made on or before May 10^th.

Please tell your friends and neighbors about All Saints' Episcopal School. We would love to take them on a tour and tell them about our awesome school!

PARENTS - Don’t miss our “Moving-up” day, May 4^th 8:15am – 9:15am!!  This time will allow the children and parents to visit the class they will attend next year.  The time will be spent showing the children a typical experience for that grade and the teachers will be able to answer any questions parents might have, afterward in a different environment.  We look forward to seeing you there.

**If you are planning to send your child to Summer Camp at ASES, please submit your application ASAP.  Thank you!!  We will start June 1^st and hope to see you there!  If you would like to bring your child, but have not registered, please be aware if you notify Tina Johnson one week in advance, there is a $5.00/ hour drop-in fee.

ARE YOU WONDERING WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH YOUR CHILD OR CHILDREN THIS SUMMER?  LET US HELP!!!  WHY NOT CONSIDER OUR SUMMER PROGRAM HERE.

                        Applications now available on the website under Summer Camp tab on the website at www.allsaintsepiscopalschool.org

A preview of May:

Note: Additions to schedules are in red

Library News

Thank you to those who have sent in their check for $15 to support our Library Birthday Program!  The books have been wonderful additions to our school library and the children have really enjoyed having the book presented in their honor at Chapel.  Remember, all you have to do is write a check for $15 approximately one month before your child’s birthday and Mrs. Spain will purchase a new book that is currently needed in the library in your child’s honor.

Thank you to the PTSO who donated $50 to the Library for new books!  We are happy to have some exciting new titles coming soon!

PTSO:

Calling ALL parents:  Have you looked around at the fun activities hosted by PTSO and thought ,”Wow!, I’d like to be a part of that!” or maybe you have been considering ways to become more involved in the school. PTSO is looking for a few good parents to serve as PTSO board members or Parent Reps for the 2010-2011 school year. If you feel called in this direction, please contact Anne Sheedlo at 587-8643, e-mail: sheeds134@bellsouth. net or Renee Siddiqi at 277-6972, e-mail: reneesiddiqi@gmail.com.

 Send in your box tops by April 29th and help support our Art program. The class with the most box tops in both ELC and the big school will win a pizza party!  The class that turns in the most in both the ELC and the big school will earn a pizza party!

   It is now time to start planning for the summer. We need families to help w/ our school garden. Mrs. Gosnell has a sign – up sheet outside of her classroom for anyone who is willing to help this summer. You can also e-mail her at pgosnell.ases@charter.net.  Volunteers are needed to help w/ tilling, picking and watering. Please see attached sheet for details.

SUMMER SCHEDULE

THE PUMPKIN PATCH AND GARDEN

It is time to think about the planting, cultivating, and harvesting of our garden.  The students will be working hard these next couple of weeks to plant the crops.  Last year’s summer schedule worked well to help us raise $1500.00 and donate a lot of food to the Daily Bread.  We are asking one faculty member and 2 families to volunteer for one week to oversee the garden.  Also we are asking for specific volunteers to help with the tilling of the soil and breaking the beans.  We canned 132 quarts of beans last year.  These are labor intensive tasks.  Our motto is:  Many hands make less work.  We are looking forward to another successful year working together.

If you are interested in having someone clean your house, we have the person for you, call Penny Jackson at 423-307-2656

This year, All Saints’ Episcopal Church is teaming up with Good Shepherd Lutheran Church for VBS.  Good Shepherd is hosting the event this year, “God’s Big Backyard”, from June 7^th – 11^th for 3 year olds through 5^th grade.  They would like to invite anyone who is interested to complete the attached registration form and return it to either one of the churches.  They look forward to seeing you there.

Breaking News:  This years Summer Art Camp at ASES is for grades 1-7

Boys   8:30am – 11:30am

Girls   12:30pm – 3:30pm

The camp will run from June 14-18.  Those interested in attending, please see Mrs. Nosal, in the art room, as space is limited.

Middle School News (6-8)

Student Honor Council officers for the year 2010 - 2011 will be elected on Wednesday, May 12 following chapel.