Before we head out...

Hello Parents,

It's time for Easter break, and for me, a time of reflection over the holiday. Many people have asked, "Why do Christians celebrate Easter?" Well, on Easter Sunday, Christians celebrate the resurrection of the Lord, Jesus Christ. We believe that Jesus came back to life (was raised from the dead) three days after his death on the cross. As part of the Easter season, the death of Jesus Christ by crucifixion is commemorated on Good Friday. Through his death, burial, and resurrection, Jesus paid the penalty for sin, thus purchasing eternal life in Christ Jesus, for all who believe ih him. As we part for our four- day break, let's reflect on what this holiday actually means: remembering the sacrifice that was made for us. I hope you all enjoy your time together!

Before we head off, let's go over a few items on our agendas:

**NO SCHOOL on MONDAY, APRIL 9.

**Next Thursday, April 12, we have a writer's night for Make-A-Wish!

**Next Friday, April 13, our highly-anticipated Spring Sprint and Grandparents Day is just around the corner! Please be sure to let your grandparents know about this exciting, special day! Our students will be participating in a special assembly at 8:30 a.m. to honor their grandparents. Mark this date on your calendars, Friday, April 13.

**Mark your calendars for Field Day on April 20!!

Parents, THANK YOU SO MUCH for helping with our service project for Make-A-Wish. I am so proud of all the participation and money donated for this cause. Our total came to $1,491!! We are making a difference in the life of a family; thank you! *We did have 90% participation this week, which means there will be a week of jeans and T-shirts days to be announced soon! Be sure to check out the "Work/Friends" tab this week for pictures of our dress- up day!

**Don't forget to complete your re-enrollment ONLINE through Parents Web by April 15. 

Requesting a Classroom Teacher - Please Read Carefully

We will be using a NEW process this year for requesting a specific teacher for the next school year. We will be accepting teacher requests during a two-week period, April 16-27. I will try to honor as many requests as possible, but I cannot guarantee that all requests will be granted. Remember that classroom assignments are made based on a variety of important factors, such as overall numbers, gender, class mix, and teacher recommendations. In order for your request to be considered, you need to re-enroll by the April 15 deadline. No request will be accepted after April 27. We love and appreciate all of our families, and I will do my best to honor your requests as much as possible. 

**Email or written requests will be accepted-thank you! 

Last week’s “Dinner Discussion” winners:

What is your favorite spring sport?

#1 Answer: Baseball