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Hello Moose Hill Families!
It is hard to believe that our February
Vacation is over. With so many wonderful
events to look back on and so many more
ahead I’m thrilled that all of you are able to
enjoy this with us…in one way or another!
Thanks to all of our Moose Hill Friends for
putting together such wonderful treats, gifts
and special notes for us during Volunteer
Appreciation Week! All the love they threw
our way helped us forget about all the snow
and bone-chilling cold!
None of this would be possible without the
time, support and resources you have all so
graciously given so far…THANK YOU!!!!!!!!
Shawna
Shawna Carroll, MHPTA President
[email protected]
Amee Erdtmann, MHPTA Vice President
[email protected]
Volunteers are still working hard to put
together Spring Fundraisers. Raffle tickets
will be sold for an exciting student Ride
Along in a Londonderry Police Department
Vehicle and our Book Fair will be held midMarch! Come join us for Book Fair Pajama
Night and enjoy Story Time with Mrs.
Breithaupt and her friends from the
Londonderry School District.
Nicole Kline, MHPTA Secretary
[email protected]
Eric Palmer, MHPTA Treasurer
[email protected]
Important Reminders
April 3
rd
- Child Check - NO SCHOOL for LEEP Students
April 28th – May 2nd – NO SCHOOL Spring Break
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Moose Hill School PTA Upcoming Events
Spring Book Fair March 10th – 14th
Pajama Night for AM Students – March 11th
Pajama Night for PM Students – March 12th
March 14th – Moose Hill P/T Conferences
Staff Breakfast and Lunch Provided by PTA
Child Check
– April 3rd NO
SCHOOL for
LEEP
Students
PTA Meetings
Winter Break
Reflections State Exhibit
March 12th, 6PM
Gilbert H. Hood Middle
School, Derry
NO SCHOOL
March 20 , 7PM
April 28th – May 2nd
April 17th, 7PM
Spring Break
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The LEEP Program is off to a great start. We service children both
with and without special needs. There are current openings for
three year old children without special needs for our “inclusion
program”. The sessions available are mornings, from 8:45-11:00.
This is a tuition based program. Children must be three by
September 1, toilet trained, and have age appropriate speech and
language and social skills. The LEEP Inclusion Program application
is online on the Londonderry school district website
(www.londonderry.org/moose/), just click documents.
If interested please complete and return to Moose Hill School,
attention Kathy Kelley.
School cancellations or delayed openings are announced on radio stations WBZ
(TV4 and radio 1030AM), WGIR (610AM and 101.6FM), WZID (95.7FM) WDER
(1320AM) and TV stations LEO 21 (Ch. 21) and WMUR-TV (Ch. 9). The phone
number to call for information regarding school cancellation is 432-6920 EXT 8.
For a full calendar of events, PTA meeting minutes, financials,
fundraising information and more please visit
www.moosehillpta.org
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Londonderry Schools PTA’s/PTO/PTSO Fundraiser
DOCUMENT SHREDDING FUNDRAISER
Safeguard your Personal Information with our cross cutting industrial
sized shredder while helping Londonderry schools raise funds.
It’s simple, bring the box or boxes and we will shred it!
ONLY a $5.00 donation per box or equivalent (Normally $10.00)
All donations to benefit the Londonderry Schools PTA/PTO of your choice
The school with the most funds raised will receive an additional $100.00 from
Business Cents
Date: Saturday April 12th
When: 8am to 3pm
Where: 172 Rockingham Road, Londonderry
Cash Or Check payable to: Business Cents
172 Rockingham Road Londonderry, New Hampshire 03053
Phone 603 537 1112 | Fax 603 537 1113 | businesscents.com
[email protected]
www.facebook.com/BusinessCentsNH
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Congratulations to all of the students at Moose Hill LEEP and Kindergarten who participated in
the NH State Reflections Exhibit. We are happy to announce that three of our students placed
in the State Level of this program. Mason Kline received an Honorable Mention in Visual Arts.
Grace Scanlon received Second Place in Photography, and Samuel Schreiner received an
Honorable Mention in Photography.
Everyone is invited to support our little artists and enjoy some light refreshments at the State
Exhibit being held in Derry.
Please contact Jodie Nease with any questions or concerns ([email protected]).
The Reflections State Exhibit is scheduled for:
Date: Wednesday, March 12th, 2014
Time: 6:00 – 8:00pm
Location: Gilbert H. Hood Middle School
5 Hood Road
Derry, NH 03038
Snow Date: Thursday, March 13th, 6:00 – 8:00pm
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NURSES NOTES, MARCH/APRIL 2014
We have made it through the flu season and the students are
excited about playing on the outside equipment without snow
clothes. Please remember to dress your child for play with
sneakers to prevent falls.
Thank you for your donations to PENNIES FOR PATIENTS.
Many children in need will benefit from your generous
donations.
I hope you were able to take advantage of the helmet
promotion this year. Remember to always remind your child
about the importance of wearing protective equipment when
riding his/her bike, scooter, skateboard or rollerblades.
As always you can contact me anytime during school hours at
437-5855 ext. 3
Sincerely;
Jean Queenan RN, BS
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Spring Fundraisers
Our Book Fair will be held March
10th – 14th. Check your child’s
backpack for wonderful ways to
help expand your home library,
your child’s classroom library as
well as the Moose Hill School
library!
Volunteers needed! Please email
Jennifer Goodchild @
[email protected]
Our Spring Police Vehicle Ride
Along Fundraiser will be held in
March…
Tickets will be $1 each or 6 for $5
Check your child’s backpack soon
for ticket flyer!
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Got School Spirit?
Buy Moose Hill School Apparel and Accessories!!!
WHILE SUPPLIES LAST (Previous Moose Hill Design)!!!
Youth and Adult Grey Sweatshirts
Long Sleeve and Short Sleeve Youth and Adult T-shirts
(white, pink, navy)
Adult Hats (khaki), Plush Moose Keychains, Water Bottles
For prices and availability, please email Shawna Carroll @
[email protected]
$6 per shirt
Youth Sizes:
XS (2-4)
S (6-8)
M (10-12)
For those wishing to purchase the above t-shirt, please fill out the below, and send
in cash or a check made out to “Moose Hill School PTA” in a sealed envelope
marked PTA Spirit Order.
--------------------------------------------Cut Here------------------------------------------Child’s Name: _____________________________________________ Size: ____
Parent email and/or phone: _____________________________________________
Teacher Name: _______________ AM/PM: _____
Payment Type: Cash/Check #________
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Community Calendar
Have Lots of Kids Stuff, And No Time For a Yard Sale or Looking for Bargain Toys
to Purchase—Bikes, Games, Little Tikes????
The Annual Toy Swap/Sale will be held on Saturday, May 17, 2014 at the Matthew
Thornton School Gym. This is a great opportunity to sell children’s and baby’s items
that are no longer being used, but that are still in good shape. It is a consignment sale
with the price being set by the owner. The owner receives two-thirds of the money for
which the item sells and the Londonderry Women’s Club keeps the remaining one-third.
This year, proceeds will benefit the YMCA OF GREATER LONDONDERRY.
Registration forms with complete instructions can be found at the Leach Library.
Used children’s items in good condition may be sold (infant-16 years old):
Baby equipment (bassinets, strollers, etc.) Sporting goods, Halloween Costumes, Games,
Books and Wooden Puzzles.
Stuffed animals, cribs, car seats and regular clothing cannot be accepted.
Registration is from 7:30 am-9:00 am and the sale is from 9:30 am-12:00 noon on
This is a great place to pick up toys, etc. for your children that are in great shape,
but don’t have a big price tag and benefits a great cause!
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Why Join the PTA
What is PTA? Why join PTA? The number one reason to join the Parent Teacher Association is to benefit your child. In doing
so, you also help your school. But there are many more PTA advantages:
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Get Connected. There’s no better way to know what’s happening in your school.
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Discover Great Resources. The PTA offers a variety of programs designed for parents as well as students.
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Tap into a Network. PTA functions are opportunities to meet other parents and teachers, building rapport and
discussing issues that are on your mind. You an share ideas, concerns, and experiences.
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Watch Yourself Grow. By volunteering with your PTA, you put your skills and hobbies to use for a noble cause—your
child and all children in the community.
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Speak Up. PTA can be a way for you to more effectively suggest change at your child’s school.
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Witness Improvement. By getting involved at your child’s school you’ll be part of the solution, helping make
positive changes. Local PTAs play an important role in fundraising to provide building improvements, curriculum-based
programs, and social events.
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Be a Role Model. By becoming a PTA member, you’ll be demonstrating to your child the importance you place on
education.
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Enjoy Substantial Benefits. Individuals and local units can take advantage of a host of benefits from PTA
membership including discounts and offers from member benefits providers and sponsors, magazine subscriptions,
leadership training, e-newsletters and much more.
For less than 3 cents a day, you can become a PTA member, joining more than 4 million other people who share your interest
in issues affecting children. Everyone—parents, educators, students and other citizens active in their schools and
communities—is invited to join our not-for-profit parent association.
Find a Local PTA
There are over 25,000 PTA units across the country, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Europe, and Puerto Rico. Contact your State PTA
to find a local unit near you. Contact National PTA® at [email protected] or (800) 307- 4PTA, (800) 307-4PTA (4782) for more
information.
The PTA Advantage
The PTA’s nationwide network provides parents with the forum and tools to collectively influence the decisions that affect
children not only at their schools, but also throughout their districts, within their states, and across the nation. This mission is
unique to the PTA.
Benefits of PTA Membership
The incredible values offered to members of PTA from a range of generous providers.
Top Schools Supported by PTAs
The latest U.S. News & World Report ranking of America's best high schools shows that six of the top 10 are PTA schools.
Visits www.pta.org for more information on how you can save $$$
with various discounts at National Retailers!
AARP, Hertz, Sharp, Staples, eTrak, iFocus and more!!!
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Moose Hill School PTA
2013-2014 School Year
Parent/Guardian Name(s)
_________________________________________________________
Email
__________________________________________________________
Phone
__________________________________________________________
Student(s)
__________________________________________________________
Teacher(s)
______________________________________ AM /PM ___________
Volunteer Opportunities
Throughout the school year, Moose Hill PTA has many opportunities for parents and caregivers to
volunteer to help make events a success. There are several events that require a few hours of volunteer
time each month. There are also many events that require just an afternoon or even an hour of
volunteer time at the school or at home, including baking goods, volunteering at our fall fundraiser, etc.
Please see the back of this form for a complete list of volunteer opportunities. *You do not need to be a
member of the PTA to volunteer for an activity or event.
_____ Yes, please include me in volunteer opportunities at Moose Hill School.
_____ No, I am not able to volunteer at Moose Hill School.
Special area of interest: __________________________________________________________
Please circle best time for you:
Fall (Sept – Nov)
Winter (Dec – Feb)
Spring (Mar – June)
Please see next page for specific volunteer opportunities. Thank you!
PTA Membership
Moose Hill School PTA would like to welcome you to LEEP and Kindergarten. We hope you take this
opportunity to become a member of our PTA. We provide many programs and fundraising for Moose
Hill School. Fundraising enables the teachers and staff to purchase additional equipment and supplies,
provides enrichment activities and entertainment for students, as well as sponsoring guest speakers at
meetings. We look forward to seeing you at our monthly meeting, every third Thursday of the month,
or volunteering for one (or more…!) of our events. Thank you for your support!
_____ Yes, I would like to join as a member! Please make check payable to Moose Hill School PTA.
_____ Individual $10.00
_____ Family (2) $15.00
_____ Moose Hill Staff $10.00
_____ Sorry, I am not able to join at this time
Email Communication
In our continued effort to maintain communication and reduce waste, the Moose Hill PTA would like to
email pertinent information regarding PTA related events and volunteer opportunities. We will also send
our monthly school newsletter with activity updates, nurse’s note and highlights of current events.
_____ Yes, I would like the Moose Hill PTA send notices via email.
_____ No, I do not want to receive email notifications.
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Volunteer Opportunities
Below is a list of volunteer opportunities available through the Moose Hill School PTA
Please check areas in which you are interested
Conference Lunches (Fall/Spring)
_____ Book Fair (Spring)
_____ Box Tops
_____ Bulletin Board
_____ Campbell Soup Labels
_____ Carnival Kindergarten (June)
_____ Carnival LEEP (May)
_____ Dental Screenings (Spring)
_____ Fall Fundraiser (Fall)
_____ Picture Day (Fall / Spring)
_____ Reflections
_____ Scarecrow at Mack’s Apples (Fall)
_____ School Spirit
_____ Teacher Appreciation Week (Spring)
_____ Videographer
_____ Volunteer Coordinator
_____ Work from home
_____ Baking
_____ Paper goods / supplies (as needed)
Other _____________________________
_____ Parent/Teacher
_____ Holiday Basket Raffle (Fall)
_____ Web Page
As the events approach, the chairperson for each event will contact you.
We love our volunteers but, unfortunately, for safety reasons we cannot have children accompany you
while you volunteer at Moose Hill during the school day. Thank you in advance for all your help!
For Office use:
P Type _____
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Over 2,500 participating products to help your school
From soup, cereal and snacks to dairy products, beverages and food storage – your kitchen’s probably full of eligible
Labels for Education® items. Get clipping and start earning free stuff for your school!
Visit www.labelsforeducation.com for a list of participating items as well as fun ways to earn for your school!
Our goal this year is to collect $1,500 worth of Box Tops for
Moose Hill School!
With leftover Box Tops from last year and those collected
during September and October we are more than 1/3 of the
way there! Happy Clipping!!!
All about Box Tops
Box Tops for Education® is one of the nation’s largest school fundraising loyalty programs
and has been helping schools succeed since 1996. With over 240 participating products, it’s an
easy way for schools to earn cash for the things they need.
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Over 90,000 K-8 schools participate nationwide
Each Box Tops coupon is worth 10¢ and they add up fast!
Schools can use their Box Tops cash to buy whatever they need most, from books to
field trips to playgrounds.
So far, America’s schools have earned over $525 million from Box Tops…and
counting.*
Visit www.btfe.com to find out for ways to earn $ for Moose Hill and other fun activities!
The Tyson Project A+ program is one of the simplest
ways to support your school. Just clip and collect Tyson
Project A+ labels from Tyson packages. Every label is
worth $.24 for Moose Hill School. Visit
www.tyson.com/projectaplus for details.
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