Lilja PTO Newsletter (10/25/21)
Upcoming events
Morning Mischief 10/31
NPS Space Planning Forum 11/1
Panera Fundraiser 11/2
PTO Meeting 11/17
PTO Meeting
Thanks to those who attended our virtual meeting last week. If you missed, it, the minutes are now available at liljapto.org/meetings
NPS Space Planning Forum
You have probably received a number of emails about the community forum on space planning for Natick Public Schools. This was originally planned for tonight but has now been rescheduled for next Monday, November 1 at 7pm on Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81394916525
The proposed closure of Johnson could have a very large impact on the Lilja community, and the town as a whole, so we strongly urge everyone to find out more about the plans and take part to have your say.
If you are unable to attend the meeting, you can also make a submission in writing to the Natick School Committee at schoolcommittee@natickps.org
For more information about the plans from NPS, please refer to this executive summary or full report.
Morning Mischief THIS SUNDAY!
Less than one week to go until the PTO's first in person, school wide event for the year! If you have already registered, you will receive an email shortly with more information about what to expect. Fingers crossed the weather cooperates!
If you registered as a Trunk or Treat vehicle and didn't already receive an email with more information about this, please email pto@liljapto.org and we will be in touch.
Entry is free but we would appreciate a donation of $5-10 per family to help us cover the costs of putting on the event. If you haven't already, you can donate via Konstella here or on the day.
Panera Fundraiser 11/3
Take the night off and help the PTO by eating at Panera at 9/27 next Wednesday 3 November! Order online or on the app, use code PRFUND at checkout, or show this flyer to your cashier.
Virtual Lost & Found
A virtual lost & found has now been set up on our website here liljapto.org/virtual-lost-found
Photos will be updated whenever possible, but remind your child to check the shelves opposite the cafeteria if they are missing an item, chances are it is there.
Picture Retake Day
If your child missed Picture Day, or you need a new picture taken for some reason, Lifetouch has confirmed that they will be back at Lilja to do retakes on Tuesday 23 November. Please confirm with your child's classroom teacher before this date if your child needs to have their photo taken.
Outdoor Lunch
We have been very lucky with the weather for outdoor lunch up until this week! Unfortunately as the courtyard is not a covered area, outdoor lunch will not be offered on days when it is raining. Rest assured no child will be forced to eat in the rain! Hopefully the weather will clear up to have this option available again soon.
Thanksgiving Drive
Lilja's annual efforts to help families in need through the Natick Service Council will be starting soon! Due to Covid, we will again be running a cash donation drive as opposed to collecting physical items. Last year we raised around $3,000, hopefully we can meet or even beat that this year. More details on how to donate will be available in upcoming newsletters.
Staff Spotlight: Joanna Tsacoyeanes
What do you do at Lilja?
I teach 4th grade!
Can you tell us about your family?
I'm from a long line of teachers! On my mom's side, I'm the 4th generation of elementary teachers!
What do you enjoy doing in your spare time?
Hiking, walking, yoga, reading, traveling
What's a surprising fact about you?
I've performed in the ballet The Nutcracker over 60 times!
Talk to usWhether you're a new or returning family, we would love to hear from you! If you have any questions, ideas or suggestions, or want to help us out, please contact us at pto@liljapto.org. For PTO updates outside of this newsletter, visit our website or find us on Facebook. For the latest Lilja School Newsletter from the Principal, click here. If you have received this email in error, i.e. you no longer have children attending Lilja, please contact us at pto@liljapto.org and we can remove you from the mailing list.