Stonehedge Families Carved time out for our First Annual Pumpkinhedge Fall Celebration

Last Friday, Stonehedge families enjoyed a leisurely stroll around the building as the lights of  hundreds of jack-o-lanterns and luminaries lit up the grounds. It was certainly a sight to see! A very big thank you goes out to each of our teachers and their students who designed and carved a pumpkin to represent their classroom. Each child also decorated a white bag with fall themed pictures. We used hundreds of tealights which allowed visitors to see the creative efforts of all involved. Music was playing, children were dancing, laughing and enjoying the opportunity to be a part of our Stonehedge family. We would not have been able to provide such a successful event without the leadership of our PTA as well as the many adults and students who helped with set up and clean up at the end of the night.

SOCKTOBER a Success!
Last week we kicked off our Socktober collection of socks. Stonehedge families showed tremendous generosity and we were able to fill two tall boxes of socks for all age levels. The socks have made their way to the Rescue Mission just in time for the arrival of the colder weather. Thank you to all who not only donated socks but also took the time to talk with children about the importance of helping others.

New Cafeteria Tables
This year we were able to purchase new tables for both cafeterias. The new set-up provides much needed space for students to easily maneuver their way around the cafeteria. The chairs are attached to the tables making it much more time efficient for our custodial staff to set up, tear down and clean the cafeteria. Of course, the tables are sporting the West Genny blue color! Enjoy the pictures of the first students to sit at our new tables!

Second Grade Scientists
Second graders became engineers and designed two different models to stop erosion. Groups chose between using a retaining wall (popsicle sticks), trees (bolt and sponge), grass (toothpicks), and sandbags (cotton balls) to test out how to stop water from moving land! They used teamwork and open mindedness to complete the task.

Important Dates:
Monday, October 29 -  Halloween Carnival, 4:00 - 7:30 p.m., West Genesee High School
Wednesday, October 31 -  Halloween Classroom Parties
Thursday, November 1 - Turkey Trot (informational flyer has been sent home)
Tuesday, November 6 - Half day for students with dismissal at 11:30 a.m.
Friday, November 9 - Veterans Day Celebration
Monday-Tuesday, November 19-20 - Parent/Teacher Conferences - 11:30 a.m dismissal for students

Enjoy this beautiful WINTER like weather!

~Lori