Lilja PTO Newsletter (11/8/21)
Upcoming events
Veteran's Day NO SCHOOL 11/11
PTO Meeting 11/17
Picture Retake Day 11/23
Scholastic Book Fair 12/1-2
Morning Mischief Photos
Check out our event photo gallery here! Don't forget to upload a pic and be in to win a spirit gear pack! Your photo may also be featured on our website, Facebook page and the yearbook.
If you are having trouble with the Google form submission, you can also email us the photos directly at pto@liljapto.org and we will send you a photo clearance statement to confirm.
School Committee Meeting
Next Monday 11/15, the School Committee will vote on whether to proceed with a phased closure of Johnson Elementary. Under the proposal, at least one Kindergarten class will be added to Lilja from the next school year (SY22-23), with more classes to be added in the coming years. More information is available in this enrollment planning tool by NPS.
You can read the in depth report on Facilities, Space and Capital Planning, or the shorter version of it in the Executive Summary. Related information can be found on the Capital & Space Planning Information Site.
If you have any feedback or concerns regarding this vote, please email the School Committee before the meeting at schoolcommittee@natickps.org.
Spiritwear Now Available!
Unfortunately we were unable to get our spirit wear delivered in time for our Halloween event, but the good news is they are now available for sale on our website, and we are offering free shipping!
Sweatshirts are available in Charcoal, Light Gray and Navy blue, in Youth S, M, L & XL. Tees are available in Blue, Green, Purple and Red in Youth XS, S, M, L & XL.
Get your Lilja gear today:
liljapto.org/lilja-spirit-gear
Natick Service Council Thanksgiving Drive
Don't forget to donate to the Lilja Thanksgiving Drive by this Friday November 12th.
venmo.com/u/Lilja-Thanksgiving-Drive
Holiday Card Partner Programs
If you haven't ordered your holiday cards already, why not do it through one of our Partner Programs and help the PTO at the same time? You can either shop through Shutterfly using this link, or order from Minted.com and enter code FUNDRAISELILJA at checkout.
Scholastic Book Fair Dec 1-2
Stay tuned for more information about our upcoming Scholastic Book Fair!
Lost & Found Reminder
Please remind your child to check the Lost & Found shelves near the cafeteria, or have a look at the virtual Lost & Found. All items not claimed by vacation weeks will be bagged up and put in the white donation bins by the carpark.
NPS Covid-19 vaccine clinics
If you missed out on a spot in this Saturday's Covid vaccine clinic at Kennedy Middle School, NPS's local partner, VCare, led by Natick Resident Vipul Patel, will also hold a free COVID vaccine clinic for kids 5-11 on Sunday November 14, 9-2pm.
Please register using the registration link for the clinic: https://hipaa.jotform.com/VCarePharmacy/NPSVaccineSuperheroes
Staff Spotlight: Jen Violet
What do you do at Lilja?
Math Specialist/Coach. In this position I support teachers and students in the area of mathematics. I hope to create a positive culture around mathematics where students and teachers can feel confident and have fun.
Can you tell us about your family?
I have been married for 17 years and have 2 daughters. Aubrey is 12 and Morgan is 9. I love spending time with my family. We love to go camping in the summer.
What do you enjoy doing in your spare time?
I like to garden (both flowers and vegetables). I like to get outdoors and walk. I enjoy yoga & meditation to relieve stress.
You get one song to listen to for the rest of your life, what is it?
You Can Close Your Eyes- James Taylor
Finish this sentence: I can't live without…
Coffee, unfortunately it is my vice.
What's a surprising fact about you?
I was super shy & introverted as a kid. Now I get up in front of kids and adults to lead workshops and professional development.
If you weren't at Lilja, what would you be doing?
I always thought being a toy designer would be cool. I do LOVE what I do so I would probably design educational toys for math.
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