.

CALENDAR ITEMS:

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 14 NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS

MONDAY, OCTOBER 17 Get Smart with the Language Arts 3:45-5:00

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 18 *Northwoods Chorus meets *PTO meeting 6:30

*Informational meeting for Northwoods parents about the

upcoming ECASD referendum 7:30

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 19 Leaping into language arts forms due

THURSDAY. OCTOBER 20 *LAST Club Invention meets 3:45-5:15

*BOOK FAIR BEGINS

*NHS wrestling clinic forms due

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 21 WKM: Double Load

BOOK FAIR + Boo-rific Halloween party 6:00 PM

QUICK LOOK CALENDAR

WKM= Weekend Kids Meals

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY

OCTOBER 17

Get Smart for

grades 1-2-3.

3:45-5:00

OCTOBER 18

Northwoods Chorus

3:45-4:45 *PTO BUDGET

MEETING

6:30

*INFORMATIONAL

SESSION 7:30 ON

REFERENDUM ECASD

OCTOBER 19

SIGN-UP FINAL FOR

KINDERGARTEN

PROGRAM “Leaping

into Language Arts”

IS DUE

OCTOBER 20

BOOK FAIR

STARTS

LAST CLUB

INVENTION

3:45-5:15

OCTOBER 21

BOOKFAIR +

“BOO-RIFIC”

Halloween

party

DOUBLE LOAD

WKM

OCTOBER 22 OCTOBER

23

OCTOBER 24

Get Smart for

grades 1-2-3.

3:45-5:00

BOOK FAIR

OCTOBER 25

NHS WRESTLING

CLINIC 3:45-4:45

Northwoods Chorus

3:45-4:45

BOOK FAIR

OCTOBER 26

PICTURE RETAKE

DAY

BOOK FAIR

OCTOBER 27

BOOK FAIR

Parent-Teacher

conferences

NO STUDENTS

OCTOBER 28

All schools

closed

NO WKM

NO STUDENTS

OCTOBER 29 OCTOBER

30

OCTOBER 31

Halloween

classroom parties

NO Get smart

with the arts

NOVEMEBER 1

Northwoods Chorus

3:45-4:45

Leaping into Language

Arts starts

DAIRY QUEEN

NIGHT FOR

NORTHWOODS

ON OCTOBER 25

FOR THE WEEK OF OCTOBER 13-- OCTOBER 21,2016

NORTHWOODS NEWS

PICTURE RE-TAKE DAY: OCTOBER 26. If your child needs a re-take, please make sure to

make arrangements to have this done.

QUESTIONS ABOUT HALLOWEEN PARTIES: At this time of the year,

parents start to ask about classroom Halloween parties. The school provides a party on

the evening of Friday, October 21 in conjunction with our BOOKFAIR. This is an all-school

family party. Children may come in costume as well as their parents for a great time of

games and haunted house etc. provided by our PTO. A flyer will be going out next week

about our annual “BOOBOOBOOBOO-RIFIC “PARTY. See more information about Boo-rific

on the following pages.

Classroom parties will be on Monday, October 31. These do not involve costumes. There will be no after-

school programming that night.

NOVEMBER 8- ELECTIONS DAY +

SCHOOL DISTRICT REFERENDUM DAY!

DON’T FORGET TO VOTE

OUR VERY OWN NORTHWOODS COMMUNITY

INFORMATIONAL SESSION:

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 18 7:30 PM in the Library Northwoods Parents are invited to an informal session lasting about 20-30 minutes that will provide

information about the referendum coming up, right after the PTO meeting. Come as you are to ask questions,

get answers and learn the facts about why the ECASD is having a referendum. The outcome of the referendum

will have affects. If you feel you don’t know enough about this referendum coming up, which will affect

Northwoods, please be sure to attend.

CHECK OUT THESE BASIC FACTS:

• Eau Claire is the 8th largest school district in Wisconsin and ranks 272 out of 424 school districts

in spending.

• In 2015-2016 the state average for per pupil spending was $10,312;

• Eau Claire’s spending per pupil was $9,894 for a difference of $418. I.E. our children in Eau Claire

receive $418 less than the state average in other districts.

• If we multiply 418 by the 11,300 estimated students enrolled in the ECASD, that would provide an

additional $4,723,400 to the district.

• Please understand that this situation is because Wisconsin does not fund all school districts equally.

• Furthermore, school districts are limited in what they can spend by a REVENUE CAP that was set by the

state based on what districts were spending in 1993.

• Revenue caps were put in place to control increases in property taxes and state aid. So what we are

receiving now is based on 1993.

FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE ECASD REFERENDUM, PLEASE VISIT THE WEBSITE AT:

www.ecasd.us/referndum2106 OR PICK UP INFORMATION IN OUR SCHOOL ENTRY.

OTHER INFORMATION SESSIONS FOR ALL EAU CLAIRE VOTERS ARE BEING HELD AT THESE SCHOOLS.

*Tuesday, October 18, Meadowview Elementary 6:30-7:30 PM

*Thursday, November 3, Locust Lane Elementary Cafeteria 6:30-7:30 PM

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NORTHWOODS SCHOLASTIC

BOOKFAIR October 20-31, 2016 The Book fair is about to start. This is a super fun event is for the entire

school.

We need parent help. A great group of parents manage this Book Fair and are ready to show you the

ropes. On the this page is a convenient sign-up done electronically. You can see who is working and when and

sign up. Contact Book Fair parent Kristin Morosky with questions or for information: 715-514-4184

***We are still looking for some volunteers! Here Is The Link To Sign Up To Help At Our Book

FAIR http://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f084ca8ad29a2fd0-bookfair1

ATTENTION: volunteers get $5 towards a book fair purchase just for volunteering :)

BOOK FAIR FUN—FEATURES THIS YEAR !

There will be a sucker pull tree at the book fair during the

Halloween party. When you donate $1 for All for Books you get to pick a sucker and have a

chance to win small book fair prizes, books and posters. No limit! Pick as many

times as you want with each donation.

We will have raffle baskets again during conferences. With each $1

donation to All for Books you get your name entered to win one of the baskets.

BOOK FAIR HOURS FOR PURCHASING: Oct. 20 - 3:30-4pm

Oct. 21- 8:20-9, 3:30-4, 5:30-8:30 Oct. 24- 8:20-9, 3:30-5:30 Oct. 25- 8:20-9, 3:30-4

Oct. 26- 8:20-9, 3:30-4 Oct. 27- 7:30-8:30 Oct. 31- 8:20-9

FYI “NORTHWOODS APPAREL” ORDERS: The apparel order has been placed. All apparel should be in by the end of the month!

LEAPING INTO LANGUAGE ARTS FOR KINDERGARTEN STARTS

NOVEMBER 1:

Forms for signing up for the KINDERGARTEN PROGRAM “Leaping into Language Arts”“Leaping into Language Arts”“Leaping into Language Arts”“Leaping into Language Arts” are out to our

Kindergarten children. If you cannot find the form, please contact Laurie Erdman, Partnership Coordinator at

715-852-4107. The program begins November 1 and runs each Tuesday through December 13, with the

exception of Thanksgiving break week. Deadline for sign up is October 19! We have room for many

Kindergarteners and it is a highly recommended program by our teachers.

NORTHWOODS STAFF, PARENTS AND STUDENTS ARE INVITED TO

"BOO"BOO"BOO"BOO----RIFIC "RIFIC "RIFIC "RIFIC " OUR ANNUAL OUR ANNUAL OUR ANNUAL OUR ANNUAL NORTHWOOD’SNORTHWOOD’SNORTHWOOD’SNORTHWOOD’S ALL FAMILY HALLOWEEN PARTYALL FAMILY HALLOWEEN PARTYALL FAMILY HALLOWEEN PARTYALL FAMILY HALLOWEEN PARTY

COMBINED WITH OUR COMBINED WITH OUR COMBINED WITH OUR COMBINED WITH OUR

BOOK FAIR + HALLOWEEN

FRIDAY- OCTOBER 21st

6:00 PM—7:30 PM

WHO: CHILDREN COME IN COSTUME:

Please be reminded to come in appropriate costumes for a school: no gore, violent or overly

frightening costumes. No weapons. Parents are welcome to share in the fun and dress up as

well.

HOW: ALL CHILDREN MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT. No drop offs.

TIME: 6:00 TO 7:30 PM

WHAT WILL BE HAPPENING: AT THE HALLOWEEN PARTY – this will be full of fun

Halloween games and crafts for all ages.

♦ “Minute to win it” IN THE CAFETERIA

♦ CRAFTS AND HALLOWEEN GAMES IN THE GYM

♦ THE HAUNTED HOUSE ! (Library)

♦ PLUS OUR FABULOUS BOOK FAIR in the entry way of the school

This party is sponsored by our Northwoods PTO, supported by our parent volunteers and assisted by UWEC

student teachers.

FOR BOYS AND GIRLS IN GRADES 2-5

LIMIT 25 OCTOBER 25 ONLY!

North High School Wrestling Coach, Mike Pernsteiner, will be bringing in his North High

School Wrestlers, to teach A North High Wrestling Clinic FOR Northwoods

kids . This is open to 2nd, 3rd , 4th & 5th grade children.

This one time clinic will be held on Tuesday, October 25 right after

school

Boys and girls are invited to attend!

We are privileged to be able to offer this program to our Northwoods students. It is free to

participating students.

• When: October 25, Tuesday, right after school

• Where: Northwoods gym

• From: 3:45-4:45 P.M.

• How: bring shorts, t-shirts, gym shoes or socks

• What: parental pick up at 4:45. Parents may come to the gym and wait outside in hall for

dismissal

• Who: boys and girls in grades 3 through 5th grade

• Limited to 20 to 25 children

AS ALWAYS: ALL STUDENTS MUST BE RESPECTFUL AND APPROPRIATE BEHAVIOR IS

REQUIRED.

THIS IS A FREE PROGRAM

• Sign up by October 20 !!!! No later

Learn the moves, take down, pin and the skills in a sport that is popular through out

Wisconsin.

NORTH HIGH SCHOOL

THIS FORM WENT OUT THURSDAY, OCT. 13

“SOARING HIGH” CLASS ROOM COMPLIMENTED

FOR OCTOBER 13, 2016

Congratulations to Mrs. Odegaards 5th grade Classroom who received

compliments on their conduct this past week

THE ODYSSEY OF THE MIND DISTRICT PROGRAM FOR KIDS This year the Gifted Education Department will once again provide students the opportunity to participate in

programming to help develop the creative, dramatic, and artistic talents for students in all grade levels within

the Eau Claire Area School District. Students have the option to participate in an after school program called

Odyssey of the Mind.

Odyssey of the Mind is the original creative problem solving program and one of the largest and most

successful worldwide! It was founded 36 years ago and has been active in Wisconsin for over 30 years.

Odyssey of the Mind in the Eau Claire Area School District relies heavily on parent volunteers to provide

coaching for elementary teams. If you are interested in forming and/or coaching a team at your elementary

school, contact me for more information. I can coordinate a parent night to help recruit more coaches and

students for teams.

All teams attend the state competition in Madison on March 18, 2017. Transportation is provided and the

celebration is awesome.

District training for Odyssey of the Mind coaches will be held November 5 from 9 – 11:30 a.m. at Northstar

Middle School.

Contact Pam Cernocky, District Odyssey of the Mind Coordinator, for more information at 715-852-3110.

THE PTO PAGE

OUR NEXT PTO MEETING IS THIS TUESDAY, OCTOBER 18TH

at 6:30-7:30 PM—

IN THE LIBRARY AT NORTHWOODS

AGENDA BELOW

FOLLOWED BY AN INFORMAL AND INFORMATIONAL MEETING

AT 7:30 PM about the up coming referendum on the ECASD—

in the library

JOIN US FOR Northwoods Elementary PTO Night

at the Birch Street Dairy Queen

Tuesday, OCTOBER 25th 5PM – 10PM

Drop off this flyer at the Northwoods Box when you visit Dairy Queen for a chance to WIN!! Thank you for helping support our school!

Name: __________________ Teacher: ____________ Grade: _________ ** PTO will make 10% of all sales. We do have $10 DQ scrip gift cards available.

Please email Jessica Klesmit, jessica_milas@yahoo.com to order

WALK TO SCHOOL DAY—we seem not to be able to pick the best days weather wise, but we

had a surprisingly great turn out. THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO BRAVED THE WET WEATHER AND HELPED

US WALK AND ENJOY A START TO A NORTHWOODS DAY. UWEC BluGold foot ball players joined us on our

walk and parents, kids and staff had a wonderful time. It is awesome to see our friends again. Many hugs,

and lots of fun.

One little boy who evidently really liked having the football players here exclaimed that this was “the best day

of his life”. We love our school and we love all of those in it, who make it so special. I will share more pictures

next week. Thank you parent, Jessica Klesmit, for the photo below. Staff holds up a banner signed by

Northwoods students expressing their love for the school! Julie Schaller- art teacher was instrumental in

providing this for our kids. We all work together to make it great!

ECASD AND COMMUNITY ECASD AND COMMUNITY ECASD AND COMMUNITY ECASD AND COMMUNITY

INFORMATIONINFORMATIONINFORMATIONINFORMATION

The ECASD has created a space on their website so that you can access all the flyers that are currently out for

this month. Go to the link provided below if you are interested in any of these programs or activities.

Community flyers such as this are no longer going to be sent home in your child’s folders.

***If you do not have computer access and need a flyer, please contact our Partnership Coordinator by calling

715-852-4107 and leave a message about a flyer that you desire. We can make sure you get one.

Currently listed--- to access, click on link below or click on this link:

http://www.ecasd.us/District/About/Community-Events/Community-Announcement-Flyers

HALLIE OPTOMIST CLUB HALLOWEEN PARTY

“WHAT IS THERE TO DO THIS WEEKEND??”—in case you are

searching here are some suggestions for you and your family-- here is a resource that will help you find many,

many fun things to do in our area!!!! I have picked a few to share, BUT there are many more. Go to this link at

Volume One and check out all there is to do this weekend.

https://volumeone.org/events/calendar/2016/10/15

7-11pm Sat. Oct. 15

Ski Sprites Haunted House The Ski Sprites are hosting their annual Haunted House. A scary walk-

thru with interactive haunts, changing scares and a thrill around every corner. Not for the timid!

Ski Sprites Haunted House 415 S. Dewey St., Eau Claire Cost: $10 at the door, save $1 with a donation to Feed My People Food Bank Age: All ages, 12+ recommended

Sat. Oct. 15 Fall Camp Come enjoy the beautiful autumn weather up at Camp Manitou! Visit a pumpkin patch, jump in the leaves, have adventures in the woods, cook over a fire, and play classic camp games. Transportation is provided to (9AM Friday to 4PM Sunday) from the Eau Claire YMCA.

Camp Manitou 27960 137th Street, New Auburn Cost: Y Members $120, Community $160 Age: Grades 2-7

9am-3pm Sat. Oct. 15

Love and Logic Class - Early Childhood Parenting Made Fun

Parents of children age birth to six will learn basic Love and Logic parenting principles and skills such as empathy, responsibility and consequences. Breakfast and lunch will be provided at this free event. Please call to register. Sponsored by ECASD Early Learning Program.

Prairie Ridge Early Learning School 3031 Epiphany Lane, Eau Claire Cost: FREE Age: Preschool Families

9am-6pm Sat. Oct. 15

Tiny Tots Playhouse Grand Reopening Party

Tiny Tots Playhouse is having its Grand Reopening celebration. There will be special events and surprises throughout the day and all sorts of fun and excitement to be had.

Tiny Tots Playhouse 320 S. Wisconsin St., Fall Creek Cost: $4 per child, adults FREE with children's admission Age: All Ages

Happy Fall, happy pumpkins, and have a great end of the week

Laurie Erdman, Partnership CoordinatorLaurie Erdman, Partnership CoordinatorLaurie Erdman, Partnership CoordinatorLaurie Erdman, Partnership Coordinator,

Serving our families, our staff and our children each day.

Northwoods Elementary 715.852.4107

lerdman@ecasd.k12.wi.us