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J. R. Briggs Elementary School Briggs At Large Newsletter The Voice of John R. Briggs Elementary School November 4, 2004 Volume 23, Number 9
Tips from Ms. Davis & Mrs. Pinsoneault… As you know, every Briggs student signs a Computer Acceptable Use Policy at the beginning of each school year. One of the promises that your child makes in signing the policy is to follow copyright law. We believe that the best way for children to learn to “do the right thing” is for school staff and parents to model legal and ethical use. Here are some pointers to help you. q When you purchase a CD, DVD or video for your personal use, you are not allowed to reproduce that material for others, or share it with others for them to reproduce. q Even though your home computer may include a CD burner or DVD burner, it is for burning or making copies of material that you have produced. In other words, it is for backing up files on your computer, or sharing pictures that you have taken. It is not legal to use your burner to make copies of commercially produced materials, except … q You are allowed to make ONE backup copy of a CD, DVD or video you purchased (produced by someone else). That backup copy cannot be loaned to others, or used by you unless the original copy is no longer usable. Thanks for your help in showing our students the right way to use copyrighted material! Tiffany Davis, Computer Teacher & Lynne Pinsoneault, Computer Teacher and Librarian School Safety For safety reasons, the main entrance will be locked at 3:45 p.m. We have a number of after-school activities occurring in our school. For your child’s safety, we are asking ALL after-school visitors to sign-in and enter through the Extended Day Entrance. 3^rd Annual Holiday Poinsettia Sale The Oakmont Booster Club is currently holding its annual poinsettia sale! These are beautiful, florist-quality and locally grown plants in various colors and sizes. Order forms are available and may be turned in at the school office on or before Friday, Nov. 19^th. To order by phone, please call Lorri Wallace, (978)827-1347. Thanks for supporting our athletes! 6 ½ “ pot – Large “most popular” size $15 red or white 8” pot – Double plants – very large $20 -red, white or combo 10” pot Multiplants – huge $27 – red or white Checks payable to: Oakmont Booster Club.*Thank you for your support!!!* 5th Grade Student Council Thanks to the effort of our October student council members and Mrs. Savoie, we have donated $231.75 to the A.L.S. Fund in honor of Curt Schilling. Thank you for participating in our chocolate chip cookie and lemonade sale! Parent Reminder: Clothing! PARENTS—the temperature changes on an hourly basis at this time of year. Please send outer clothing for recesses—marked with names. Thank you. Please remind your child, to check the Lost and Found. These items will be donated to charity by mid-November. *Many, many, many, items are bagged on the stage. Stop by and look for your child’s things.* *Project Connect* The Ashburnham-Westminster Community Partnership has received funding to support a program entitled Project Connect. This project will promote mental health and wellness for young children. Some exciting components of the project will include: Infant/Toddler and Preschool Mother/Child support groups Family activities engaging young children and their families Lectures by well-known specialists in the field of mental health Look for details in future issues or contact the CPC office at 978-874-7312. *Title I Math Tutoring* Title I math tutoring sessions (before and after school) will begin the week of November 15th and run eight full weeks, ending the week of February 14th. Confirmation notices will be sent home this week. If you have any questions, please call the school office. *Chorus Rehearsal Schedule* Monday Nov. 8—1:55-2:40 p.m. DURING SCHOOL Tuesday Nov. 16—3-3:45 p.m. AFTER SCHOOL Monday Nov. 22—1:55- 2:40 p.m. DURING SCHOOL Tuesday Nov. 30—3-3:45 p.m. AFTER SCHOOL *Call for Artisans* Sponsored by W.A.V.E., Inc. Date: Saturday, Nov. 13, 2004, 9 am-3 pm Set-up: Saturday, 7 am – 9 am Place: Westminster Elementary School Fee: $35 for 10’ x 10’ pre-assigned space Contacts: Mary Durkee (978) 827-4522 Dave Metivier (978) 874-2164 Application: must be received ASAP BREAKFAST OUT!! DATE: Sunday Nov. 7, 8-11 a.m. PLACE: Ashburnham Town Hall DONATION: $4 (3 and under FREE) Tickets available at the door or call Gay Houghton at 978-827-1248 Extended Day News November & December calendars have been sent home to all families registered with Ext. Day. If you did not receive yours, please be sure to stop by to pick one up. There are many important dates upcoming in the next few months so it is very important that schedules are filled out and returned to us as soon as possible. Spanish Club! Students in Grades 3 – 5 may still sign up for the after school Spanish Club. It will run for 8 weeks on Tuesday afternoons from 4:10-5:10. Have fun & learn a new language with your friends! Call Dorene at 978-827-1412 Flu Facts: What To Do If You Have the Flu Rest in bed. Drink lots of fluids. Take non-aspirin pain relievers such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen. Children and teens with the flue should never take aspirin as they may develop a rare, but serious disease called Reye Syndrome. Stay at home and avoid public activities until your symptoms are resolved (usually 5-7 days). Talk with your health care provider if you are considering prescription drugs, as they can have serious side effects in some people. For extreme cases, visit your health care provider or emergency department as soon as possible. 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