SALEM Newsletter the week of May 17th

Here’s what’s happening this week at Salem...

Events at a glance!

*SALEM H.S.A SUPPORTS THE BUDGET, PLEASE SUPPORT OUR KIDS EDUCATION AND
VOTE YES! POLLS ARE OPEN 6:00 AM- 10:00 PM.
1. PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU KNOW WHERE YOU NEED TO GO TO VOTE:
You can find out where to vote by calling 767-5010 or on the Port Washington School District website at http://www.portnet.k12.ny.us. You will vote at either Weber, Sousa, Salem or Daly. It is NOT necessarily where you have voted for general elections.


*Book Fair May 19-May 20th

Come see what Salem is serving up at the Bookfair Diner this spring. All you can Read!
Class visits will take place Wednesday, May 19th and Thursday, May
20th Our family evening event will take place on Thursday May 20th 6-8 pm. Volunteers will
also be here this night to talk about different committees opportunities next year. Come on
down! Volunteers are needed please email Susie Beil-pokey723@optonline.net . Or Rina Morrocu-
Rinamorrocu@yahoo.com.

*VOLUNTEER AND CLASS PACKETS HAVE GONE OUT-

Have you heard the news......studies show that kids whose parents volunteer at school
tend to do better academically than other kids? By volunteering even one hour of your
time you are sending a clear, unspoken message to your kids, their teachers, and the principal
that you want the best education possible for your children.
So why not get involved??
The Salem HSA has many opportunities for all parents to volunteer and get connected to the school. Volunteer Packets
and Class Parent Applications for the 2010/2011 School year have been sent home. Please look through them and contact
any member of the 2010/2011 Executive Board with comments, questions or concerns. Contact information is included in
the packet. If you did not receive a packet, please contact Heidi Jarach (salemhsacopres1@gmail.com) or Gail Seiden (salemcopres2@gmail.com).
We encourage all parents to get involved and get connected...

Volunteer Opportunities-
Get involved....Stay Connected!

*Garden Committee-

Do you have a Green Thumb? Do you like to spend time in the garden? Are you looking for a different way to help out Salem? The Garden committee needs you. We are starting with a new slate and need your input. To our general public,we are hoping you can donate your gently used or new garden tools. Please contact one of us on the Garden Committee to meet you to safely get these items.

Any questions, or if you are interested in helping out, please contact Stephanie Greenberg at greenbet_2000@yahoo.com or Maxine Epstein itsmax63@63Gmail.com.

Details of events coming up

*The Walkers

Dust off your sneakers and come join us every Thursday morning , 9:30 am , at the Cliff Way entrance to school. Come meet some new friends or catch up with old ones while we walk around the neighborhood.

This will be ongoing every Thursday until the end of the school year. Come once, every week or whenever you can make it.

All fitness levels are welcome, as well as strollers.

For any questions please contact Jennifer Breen at jbreeno@verizon.net or 551-8124.

*Math Night-

Join us Wednesday, May 26th-Family Math Night is an opportunity for families to experience the fun of math together. Some exciting activities involve using mirrors to explore symmetry, measuring how tall you are, how far you can throw a cotton ball or how long you can hula hoop. The evening is hosted by Salem teachers who facilitate the many games and activities.

*H.S.A sponsors Arithemetickles will be performing at Salem on: Thurs. May 27th.
Ask your children about the presentation!
The Arithmetickles site is:http://www.arithmetickles.com

Arithmetickles is a one-of-a-kind, interactive, math show school assembly that involves students in the learning process. Many youngsters have difficulty identifying the connection between classroom math and their daily lives. This may cause them to view math as irrelevant, too difficult, or just plain boring. But Arithmetickles school assembly math shows shatter this notion with fun-filled math games that provide examples of how to use textbook math in everyday situations.

Through a skillful blending of audience participation, comedy, mime and theatrical effects, the fast-paced math games and skits in Arithmetickles school assemblies capture the attention of children in grades K-8. Age-appropriate material is set in a “kid-friendly” math show format of games, puzzles, scenarios and storytelling, affording students a chance to explore and resolve math problems creatively. By using elements of highly creative children’s theater and encouraging students to succeed on stage in front of their peers, Arithmetickles also helps increase overall confidence and self-esteem and demonstrates how cool math can be.

*PWEF Hosts Night of Golf (or Mini Golf!) on June 4th
Don’t miss out on a great night of golf to benefit the PWEF (Port Washington Education Foundation). Bring the whole family to Harbor Links on Friday evening, June 4th for a fun time in the great outdoors.Miniature Golf at 6:30pm. Night Golf (9 holes on Executive Course) at 8pm. Kids, moms, dads, grandparents - all golfers of any and all abilities are welcome! Come, support the PWEF and have fun!

The PWEF is an independent, non-profit, community-based organization, founded with the purpose of supporting initiatives that are beyond basic educational needs and to enhance and expand educational opportunities for all students in the Port Washington public school district. The Foundation actively seeks donations, grants and government funds in order to distribute funds to selected programs and resources.

Your support of PWEF benefits all of our children and ultimately, our community. This year, the PWEF received some 50 grant applications representing all 7 Port schools and will benefit all our children, grades K-12, across all courses of study. Grant ideas have included everything from technical equipment to special speakers and programming. Grant awards will be announced in June. Please call event chair, Kay Ullman with any questions or for sponsorship opportunities.....kayullman@optimum.net.

*RELAY FOR LIFE ‘2010: Saturday, June 19, 2010 Port’s 9th Annual “Relay For Life” will be on Saturday, June 19th at SOUSA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (due to the Schreiber High School Track construction).
“Relay For Life” is an overnight community celebration where individuals and teams camp out, picnic, dance and take turns walking or running around the track “relay style” to raise funds for the American Cancer Society to help fight cancer. Port Washington is the Longest Running Relay and in 2008 was named the #1 Relay in Nassau County.

CELEBRATE…Cancer Survivors REMEMBER…Those We Have Lost FIGHT BACK…Against Cancer and HOPE…For Our Future!
If you would like to be a part of Relay or have any questions please contact one of our NEW CHAIRPERSONS: Lee Anne Vetrone-Timothy eventmakr@aol.com 883-4890, Nora Johnson norahjohnson22@gmail.com 917-690-9908, Beth Weisburd weisburd@optonline.net 238-4801 Or Paul Gruol, Director of Special Events for the American Cancer Society Phone: 516-921-6082 ext. 3013 Fax: 516-921-5149 E-mail: paul.gruol@cancer.org 1-800-ACS-2345 or cancer.org

Easy way to raise funds for Salem without emptying your pockets.....

*Clip those Box Tops-
EVERY .10 COUPON GOES TOWARD OUR SCHOOL. JUST 10 COUPONS IS $1.00 AND MAKES A BIG DIFFERENCE TOWARDS OUR STUDENTS EDUCATION! PLEASE KEEP SAVING AND SENDING THEM IN!
We all shop for groceries, sometimes two or three times a week –- or more. Now turn those shopping trip into easy cash for your school, and encourage friends to do the same! Just look for the Box Tops logo on hundreds of products like Cheerios®, Hamburger Helper® and Kleenex®, in almost every aisle of the store. All you need to do is clip and send them with your child and they can drop them in our box in the front of the school. Each one is worth 10¢ for your school. Any questions, please email Deborah Gellis at rdgellis@optonline.net or 883-5155.

*Help vote for Salem! Have you visited Land's End "Way to Grow: Plant a Seed, Make a Difference" initiative?
They're awarding the 15 schools with the most votes up to
$2,500 to support school science and gardening programs. To vote for
your school, find out who is in the lead & get more information,
visit http://landsend.com/thehub...Can only vote once a day, but costs nothing to help Salem!

*Nutrition Tips
submitted by the Nutrition Committee

When it comes to sweets and treats, talk with your kids about appropriate serving size -- ½ cup ice cream or frozen yogurt, 2 cookies, 1 ounce of chocolate. Talk about the difference between real foods and treats and remind them that treats and not meant to fill you up like a meal. Help your children make decisions about how to incorporate treats and sweets into an overall healthful diet.


*Green Tips
submitted by the Green Committee

Spare landfills and save money by refilling bottles with tap water!

*If you are having any trouble reading this email because of the format, or have any contributions, please email Gailbseiden@aol.com or call Gail at 317-6712.

No one is more cherished in this world than someone who lightens the burden of another. Thank you.
~Author Unknown