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April showers 1 st Grade field trip to the L.E.

Art Show at the Board Office 5:30-7:00 Club Invention Grades 3-5 Club Invention Grades 1 &

location 5pm close Apr 30 May 1 Registration due for the May 8 th Eagles at the Easel.

1 April showers 1 st Grade field trip to the L.E. Phillips Public Library NORTHWOODS EAGLE WIRE Every Child, Every Day Soaring High ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ April 9 April 20, 2018 Northwoods Newsletter MON TUES WED THU FRI SAT/ SUN Apr 23 Apr 24 Apr 25 Apr 26 Apr 27 Apr 28 & 29 Annual District Art Show at the Board Office 5:30-7:00 Club Invention Grades 3-5 Club Invention Grades 1 & 2 Get Smart 3:45-5:00 Grades 1-3 Night Birch St. location 5pm close Apr 30 May 1 Registration due for the May 8 th Eagles at the Easel. May 2 May 3 Safety School Grades 4 & 5 May 4 May 5 & 6 Club Invention Grades 3-5 Get Smart 3:45-5:00 Grades 1-3 Club Invention Grades 1 & 2 bring May flowers! (NOT snowflakes!!) 1

Northwoods Pride of Eagles Here are the latest inductees to the Soaring High club.

Hensley s fourth Grade class has been broadcasting weekly announcements from the library.

Their broadcasts have been posted on the Northwoods website, so take moment to checkout their great

2 Northwoods Pride of Eagles Here are the latest inductees to the Soaring High club. Great job kids, keep up the good work! Broadcasting Live Mrs. Hensley s fourth Grade class has been broadcasting weekly announcements from the library. We may have a few future news anchors on our hands! Their broadcasts have been posted on the Northwoods website, so take moment to checkout their great journalism work! If you bookmark this site, you will have access to the archives and be able to pull up announcements from the current and past days. 2

Partnership Coordinator Corner ~ A Word from Mrs. Wiechert Hello Families, There are numerous sweatshirts, shoes, gloves and hats piling up in the lost and found.

3 Partnership Coordinator Corner ~ A Word from Mrs. Wiechert Hello Families, There are numerous sweatshirts, shoes, gloves and hats piling up in the lost and found. Several pairs of black snow-pants, a few lunch bags and even 2 pairs of glasses. The various articles take up THREE tables out side the library and fill a coat rack in the 1 st & 2 nd grade wing. On the last day of school (Carnival Day) we will be offering whatever is not claimed to whoever wants it on, a first come first serve basis. The leftovers from the free-for-all will be donated to the Community Closet at the Board Office. If you are in the building, please check out the lost and found areas to claim any items your kiddo may have left behind. Or, remind your child to take a look! As the need for layers upon layers of outdoor clothing is hopefully coming to an end this school year, it is finally getting enjoyable outside. Although we know the kids are excited to get more outside time in now that the weather is nicer, we ask that students NOT be on the NW grounds until 8:30. Supervision does not start until that time. If students are walking, biking, scootering, etc. please help them with the right leave time so they can follow this rule. Thank you for helping to keep the students safe! Regarding drop off in a vehicle, please remember the parking lot rules regarding this building. The Visitors Lot is a one-way, clockwise lot. For the safety of the kids & staff keep this in mind when navigating parking, pick-ups, and drop-offs. As this newsletter is being issued, there are less than 2 months on the school calendar! With the close of the school year coming close, there are still many, many things going on at Northwoods. If you want to help make the end of the school year and extravaganza, consider helping with the end of year carnival. I can forward your information to the PTO if you let me know you are interested! Liz Wiechert/Partnership Coordinator ~ ewiechert@ecasd.us or

PTO Points Fair 2018 Up, Up & Away with Science!

The Science Fair featured wonderful projects

Thank you to everyone who attended, assisted

(thank you Mrs. Hensley, Ms. Edmundson, Mrs.

Heinz), sponsors, WQOW News 18, professional

For pictures of the event, please see the

Even ore photos will be on the Facebook page

snow-day, we still have much to do in planning

We have a couple of opportunities for our

4 PTO Points Fair 2018 Up, Up & Away with Science! What a great turnout for the 2018 Science Fair! The Science Fair featured wonderful projects from 84 Northwoods students. Thank you to everyone who attended, assisted their child(ren), Northwoods staff, judges (thank you Mrs. Hensley, Ms. Edmundson, Mrs. Wiechert and Mrs. Heinz), sponsors, WQOW News 18, professional displays from UW-Stout and CVTC, families, students and volunteers. We hope you enjoyed the evening. For pictures of the event, please see the Northwoods Wrap-Up section of the newsletter. Even ore photos will be on the Facebook page soon! -Northwoods PTO Science Fair Committee A thank you to our sponsors: (each logo is a link!) As our April meeting was cancelled due to the snow-day, we still have much to do in planning for next year. We have a couple of opportunities for our Executive Board; Co-President (1) and Co-Secretary (1) are needed next year. Should you have any questions or concerns regarding this and/or would like to talk about the open opportunities more please contact: Donna Ash ( / gigglesmae72@gmail.com) or Tanya Kistner ( /sales@eclawn.com) 4

More PTO Points Classroom Collections - due Thursday, May 17 th Box Tops,

Gift cards will be awarded to the top 3 individuals, and drawings for

Ask your family, friends, neighbors and co-workers to help collect for

Box Tops have brought in over $1,600 this year and Milk Moola caps have

Let s help raise those numbers with this last collection of the 2017-2018

- NW PTO Classroom Collections Committee (Tanya Kistner, Jessica Klesmit

Be sure to drop your flyers off in the Northwoods box for a chance to win

Thank you to all who have been supporting our Dairy Queen Nights!

out shortly. Order forms will be sent home soon.

5 More PTO Points Classroom Collections - due Thursday, May 17 th Box Tops, Milk Moola, Coca-Cola Give, Loaves 4 Learning and Tyson labels are due Thursday, May 17th. The top classroom in K-2 and 3-5 will win a popsicle party. Gift cards will be awarded to the top 3 individuals, and drawings for other prizes! Ask your family, friends, neighbors and co-workers to help collect for Northwoods. It all adds up. Box Tops have brought in over $1,600 this year and Milk Moola caps have earned over $450. Let s help raise those numbers with this last collection of the school year! Thank you! - NW PTO Classroom Collections Committee (Tanya Kistner, Jessica Klesmit & Jessica Schinke) The next Dairy Queen benefit night is Tuesday, April 24 th 5pm to close. Enjoy a meal, dessert or both and DQ gives back to Northwoods. Be sure to drop your flyers off in the Northwoods box for a chance to win when you visit the DQ! Thank you to all who have been supporting our Dairy Queen Nights! *Scrip orders are due each Friday* Another scrip promotion will be coming out shortly. Order forms will be sent home soon. Looking Ahead: Benefit Nights in May: Culver's - Brackett Ave. Tuesday, May 8 th 4pm-7pm DQ Birch St. Tuesday May 22 nd 5pm-close If you are interested in adopting a staff member for Staff Appreciation Week (May 7 th May 11 th ), and need a new flyer please contact Katie Meerza at kt_rosco@yahoo.com. Please return forms or contact Katie by Friday, April 27 th so she has time to partner families with staff members. Thank-you families, in helping our Northwoods staff feel appreciated for all they do! 5

MAPE Moments A Note from Music On Wednesday April 11 th, the Nest here at Northwoods had an amazing musical treat. We were visited by the Opera on Wheels (OOW) group from the UWEC.

The Northwoods audience enjoyed the show immensely and feedback from the Opera Troupe was that Northwoods students were one of their best audiences so far!

On May 8 th please join us from 6:30 7:30 for another Eagles at the Easel Evening. The theme is flowers, birds and words - but of course you can do whatever you d like!

6 MAPE Moments A Note from Music On Wednesday April 11 th, the Nest here at Northwoods had an amazing musical treat. We were visited by the Opera on Wheels (OOW) group from the UWEC. They performed a miniopera of Hansel & Gretel to the staff and students. The Northwoods audience enjoyed the show immensely and feedback from the Opera Troupe was that Northwoods students were one of their best audiences so far! Pictures of this lively event, are on the Wrap-Up section of the newsletter. For more about the OOW and the UWEC Music/Theater Department, click here, on the UWEC logo >>>> High Five from PhysEd Don t forget about the Eau Claire Area Youth Track Club/Eau Claire Cruisers! Find our page on Facebook: Eau Claire Cruisers Youth Track Club. More information follow this link >> The kick off for this club will be at the Eau Claire Marathon Expo, Saturday, May 5, <<<<<Click this logo for info on the expo. For more information on the Cruisers, you can also contact the club director, Erin Johnson at: Art Posts Save the Date! On May 8 th please join us from 6:30 7:30 for another Eagles at the Easel Evening. The theme is flowers, birds and words - but of course you can do whatever you d like! Examples and supplies will be provided. Registration forms went home, but if you need another, please see the last page of the newsletter. erinjohnson17@hotmail.com The Eagles at the Easel night also falls on our benefit night. Purchases from the drive-thru count towards our PTO benefit. So, if you want to grab Culver s to go, there will be tables set up for you to dine with your family from 5:45-6:20. Just look for the blue covered tables in the gym/lunch room. We only ask that you are finished and cleaned up by 6:20 so our painting fun can start on time. Thank you, NW families! Also in art news Check out the ECASD Annual Art Show! For more information, click on this palate to the link >>> 6

and assist children with safely crossing streets.

If interested, please pick up an application at the Board of Education building at 500 Main Street in Eau Claire

7 What to Do, What to Do For links to the following websites for flyers and calendars, just click the logo: <<Family Resource Center Northwoods Elementary is seeking a permanent crossing guard for the remainder of the school year. This paid position requires an hour of your time in the morning, and an hour in the afternoon to monitor traffic and assist children with safely crossing streets. Training and supplies are provided as well as mileage reimbursement. If interested, please pick up an application at the Board of Education building at 500 Main Street in Eau Claire or call for more information. What to Do, This Summer A repeat from the last newsletter Links to some of the Summer activities: Beaver Creek Reserve: Children s Museum of EC: Chippewa Valley Theater Guild: Chippewa Valley Museum: EC Children s Theater: LE Phillips Library Dabble Box: EC Parks and Rec: The Y: UWEC Summer Institute: 7

Coming Soon Memorial High School's 20th Annual Band Thrift Sale is April 28th! Got stuff? Do your spring cleaning and support a good cause!

com to see what is accepted. Shop the Band Thrift Sale on Saturday, April 28th, from 8am to 1pm at Memorial High School.

Bag Sale 11:30am to 1pm, $5/bag! Money raised supports the MHS Band Program. For more information, contact Sara Peterson at 715-838-0725 orsarapeterson2002@yahoo.com.

Our group of GOTR have been training hard for the upcoming 5k. Join them at Carson Park in a few weeks. The Northwoods Annual End of School Carnival!

8 Coming Soon Memorial High School's 20th Annual Band Thrift Sale is April 28th! Got stuff? Do your spring cleaning and support a good cause! Drop off donated items (clean and in good condition) on Friday, April 27th, from 3pm to 7pm at Memorial High School's Auxiliary Gym. Visit to see what is accepted. Shop the Band Thrift Sale on Saturday, April 28th, from 8am to 1pm at Memorial High School. Don't miss the HUGE selection of items at LOW prices including clothing, toys, books, housewares, seasonal, home decor, furniture and much more! Bag Sale 11:30am to 1pm, $5/bag! Money raised supports the MHS Band Program. For more information, contact Sara Peterson at orsarapeterson2002@yahoo.com. Girls on the Run 5k Saturday, May 12, 2018 < < To register, please follow the link on the logo to the left. Our group of GOTR have been training hard for the upcoming 5k. Join them at Carson Park in a few weeks. The Northwoods Annual End of School Carnival!! Fun (hopefully in the sun!), on the last day of school the Northwoods School will be transformed into a fabulous fairground! If you would like to help make the magic happen please contact Mrs. Wiechert at ewiechert@ecasd.us or one of the PTO officers: Donna Ash ( / gigglesmae72@gmail.com) or Tanya Kistner ( /sales@eclawn.com) 8

9 The Northwoods Wrap-up Fair 2018 more photos will be on FB, soon. If you have any to add, please to Mrs. Wiechert and we will get them on the page! A few of our guest scientists from <<<TV18 & CVTC>>> Impressive work from our Northwoods Students!! 9

10 More Northwoods Wrap-up A few lucky students had the privledge of piefacing a few unlucky staff members. As a PBIS earned reward for outstanding S.O.A.R. achievment, a special assemblly was held for a Friday the 13 th like no other. Here are few of the antics in action!! 10

11 More Northwoods Wrap-up A few photos from our Opera on Wheels experience. We were truly privledged to be able to watch these talented UWEC students perform! Please ask your student what they can tell you about these memorable characters from Hansel and Gretel. 11

Northwoods Elementary Eagles at the Easel Tuesday, May 8 th $8 per canvas* 6:30-7:30 Please join us in the Northwoods cafeteria for another night of Eagles

A few samples will be provided to inspire you.

office, Attn: Mrs. Schaller. Keep the top portion of this page for your reference. Questions? Contact Mrs. Schaller: 1-715-852-4100 or jschaller@ecasd.

We would love to participate in Northwoods Eagles at the Easel on May 8 th!

12 Northwoods Elementary Eagles at the Easel Tuesday, May 8 th $8 per canvas* 6:30-7:30 Please join us in the Northwoods cafeteria for another night of Eagles at the Easel. The evening will include instruction, and all the supplies you need to create masterpiece around flowers, birds and words. A few samples will be provided to inspire you. Completed forms (bottom portion of this page) and pre-payment (required) can be returned to school in your student s blue folder or turned in at the front office, Attn: Mrs. Schaller. Keep the top portion of this page for your reference. Questions? Contact Mrs. Schaller: or jschaller@ecasd.us *This evening will serve as a fundraiser to purchase extra supplies for the Northwoods Art Room. We would love to participate in Northwoods Eagles at the Easel on May 8 th! Adult Name: Adult signature List student and/or additional artists below: $8 x (number of canvases) Donations to the art room are accepted too: $5 $10 $20 Other Make Checks payable to Northwoods Elementary w/ Art Room in the memo line If you would like to serve as a patron and sponsor a budding artist, or, if your family or student needs sponsorship, please contact Mrs. Schaller: or jschaller@ecasd.us 12

THE EAGLE WIRE. Northwoods Elementary. Winter in the Northwoods Spirit Week. Colored Lights. December 22 nd January 1 st / Classes Resume January 2 nd

THE EAGLE WIRE. Northwoods Elementary. Winter in the Northwoods Spirit Week. Colored Lights. December 22 nd January 1 st / Classes Resume January 2 nd THE EAGLE WIRE Northwoods Elementary Every Child, Every Day Soaring High ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ December 15, 2018 MON TUES WED THU FRI SAT/ SUN Dec 17 Dec 18 Dec 19 Dec 20 Dec 21 Dec