Even though I stopped by from time to time as everyone was working so hard to set up for Holiday Shops, I was in no way prepared for the Preview Party and this amazing event. It says so much about our School and our parent volunteers that this wonderful tradition has grown and evolved over time – 35 years to be exact. On behalf of the School, I would like to thank everyone who made this fabulous occasion possible. It is truly an amazing community building event as well a great fundraiser. Not only did I get the chance to meet so many extended members of our school family, I also got a head start on a little holiday shopping.
Another amazing Parents’ Association community event is coming up very soon. PA President Karen Huffman tells me there is another treat in store on the morning before Thanksgiving when USM celebrates Grandparents and Special Friends Day. It’s a wonderful opportunity for grandparents, extended family members, and special friends to observe first-hand the outstanding environment and education children receive here. Members of our school community from teachers to parents have shared with me how the children and their visitors treasure this opportunity to enjoy special activities by grade level. (By the way, so that no one feels left out, children who do not have grandparents, godparents, relatives, neighbors, or friends who are part of their local extended family circle have the option to be accompanied by an older child in the school.)
I am very much looking forward to making more USM connections ― hope to see you there.
