Here’s What’s Happening for the Week of November 16, 2015

Nov. 20 – Bookfair 8:40am-4:00pm and 5:00-6:30pm
Nov. 20 – Movie Night – Big Hero 6 at 6:30pm in the Cafeteria

LOOKING AHEAD

Nov. 25 – Early Release 11:45am
Nov. 26-27 – No School, Thanksgiving

MP SPIRIT GEAR IS HERE!
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SCHOLASTIC BOOK FAIR
This year’s fall book fair will be a one-day event on Friday, November 20th! The fair, located in the library, will be open during the day from 8:40 AM until 4:00pm, and again in the evening, 5:00 – 6:30pm before PTSA’s Family Movie Night.
Meridian Park’s book fair profits benefit Meridian Park students!

FREE MOVIE NIGHT
The MP PTSA invites you to an evening of fun at MP on Friday, November 20! Visit the Library for the Scholastic Book Fair from 5:00 – 6:30pm. In the cafeteria, at 6:00 pizza will be sold ($2/slice) to raise money for 6th grade camp. We’ll also have freshly popped popcorn for purchase during the movie. Bring blankets, cushions, or other items to make yourself comfortable on the floor as you watch Big Hero 6. Movie starts at 6:30pm and will end at 8:15pm. Adults must be present with their student(s). No drop offs allowed.

SHORELINE COUNCIL PTA FOOD AND GIFT DRIVE
Food & Teen Gift Drive to begin November 30th – December 11th, 2015. The purpose of this drive is to provide quality food & gift support to Shoreline School District families needing assistance this holiday season. We rely on your contributions of non-perishable food items and teen gift cards to make this special event a success! MP’s assigned food item is canned soup/meals. Look for detailed fliers coming home with your student soon!

HELP SUPPORT SHOREWOOD DRAMA DEPARTMENT
Help support Shorewood High School’s Drama Department by stopping by Menchies and purchasing some froyo on Saturday, November 21st from 9-11pm and/or Sunday, November 22 from 5-7pm. 20% of your purchase will be donated to Shorewood’s Drama Department.

FROM THE P.E. DEPARTMENT
Mr. Alford is still looking for a volunteer to help him with a Community Opportunity Board. Help research and post physical activity and recreation options available to our community. Time commitment as little as an hour a week. Contact Matt Alford atmatt.alford

PROUD PRINCIPAL
Thank you to Mrs. Anderson and performers for an amazing Veterans Day Assembly on Tuesday. Thank also to the Peters and Erhart families for our new flag. We appreciate all men and women who have served for our freedom. I hope to see you at our Book Fair and PTA Movie night next week! Mr. T

SAVE THE DATE!
Nov. 30 – Shoreline Council PTA Food Drive Begins
Dec. 1 – PTSA Board of Directors Meeting 7:00-8:30pm in the Library
Dec. 2 – 1-3 Grade Drama Club Performance 7:00pm in the Cafeteria
Dec. 7 – Drama Club Parent Informational Meeting 7-8pm in the Library (NOTE NEW DATE)