Lilja PTO Newsletter (1/24/22)
Upcoming events
Early Release 2/2
PTO Meeting 2/2
Valentine's Basket Pickup 2/13
Valentine's Day Baskets
If you haven't ordered a Valentine's Day Basket yet, don't forget to do it soon - orders close next Friday, February 4, so click here to order now!
Buy a piece of Lilja spirit wear at the same time and get $5 off with the code VALENTINE at checkout! Red tees are back in stock, and we'll even pack it into the gift basket for you.
If you are ordering more than one basket, put each one through as a separate transaction to ensure you get the correct discount amount.
Orders will be available for local pickup on Sunday Feb 13. Basket pictured is for reference only, contents may vary.
COVID Testing Update
As per Superintendent Nolin's Friday newsletter, DESE will soon be providing at home rapid tests for families who opt in via this form. This will replace the current pool testing program.
Details will be presented by Dr Nolin in tonight's School Committee meeting at 6:30pm:
Watch live on Pegasus Education channel,
Zoom link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/2038566119?pwd=TmtsdXgxenQ0YXRLN1FIcHVpd3hEZz09
Meeting ID: 203 856 6119
Passcode: 987179
Other free tests
You can order free at-home COVID tests directly from the government at covidtests.gov. Private insurance providers will also reimburse you for any tests bought over the counter from Jan 15 onwards, click here for more information.
HUG Program
You may have heard of other Natick schools offering a 'HUG' program to welcome new families to the school. We are hoping to launch this at Lilja, but we need your help! We want to:
Welcome new members to our community in an intentional and deliberate way.
Provide guidance, resources, and support as requested.
Build and strengthen the Lilja community.
If you are interested in finding out more about what's involved, please visit liljapto.org/hug and fill out this form to be a volunteer.
Staff Spotlight: Allison Kuzinevich
What do you do at Lilja?
I am a Kindergarten teacher!
Can you tell us about your family?
My fiance Tom and I are going to be getting married in August! We are every excited! We also have a dog named Quint or "Q" who the class loves hearing about! :)
What do you enjoy doing in your spare time?
Trying out new workout classes, going to the beach, walking my dog, and spending time with family and friends.
Finish this sentence: I can't live without...
My family and dog. Also coffee!
What's a surprising fact about you?
I started to study high school English in college but realized quickly that K was what I wanted to do!
If you weren't at Lilja, what would you be doing?
I think it would be so much fun to write a children's book and travel to share it with students all over!
Ongoing Partner Programs & Fundraisers
Amazon Smile (search for Lilja Elementary PTO to automatically donate)
Minted (use code FUNDRAISELILJA to get a 20% discount and donate)
Talk to us
Whether you're a new or returning family, we would love to hear from you! If you have any questions, ideas or suggestions, relevant news for this newsletter, or want to help us out, please contact us at pto@liljapto.org.
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For the latest Lilja School Newsletter from the Principal, click here.
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