Information on School Lunch Program

I got this information and thought I would put it out there in case any kof you would like to listen to the webinar and find out more...

Hi everyone - As I have been out and about, I am hearing a lot of
concern about changes in the school lunch program.  There is
information right now on our website
https://www.utahpta.org/announcement/healthier-school-meals-webinar
about a webinar on November 14th that will discuss the changes.  It
will be be facilitated by the State Office of Education, the
University of Utah, Utah Department of Health and Action for Healthy
Kids.  Space is limited and you need to sign up in advance.  Please
spread the word.

Thanks!

--
Linda Hansen
Regions Vice President
Utah PTA

Fall Break

Fall Break is here! Can you believe it?!? There will be no school October, 11-15! Have a fun Fall Break! We'll see you on Tuesday, October 16th! 

Crazy Hair Day

It's Crazy Hair Day tomorrow! Remember to wear your craziest hair and to say NO to Drugs and Bullying!

No Bullying Poster Contest

Don't forget to color your No Bullying Poster that came home in your Monday folder! Turn it in by October 8th and we will be picking a winner! If you need another copy, I will be posting one soon! Be creative and use your best artistry!

Say No to Bullying!

Unfortunately, bullying is a major problem in many schools and communities. Bullying prevention skills can protect kids from most bullying, increase their confidence, and help them to develop positive peer relationships. Here are some practices you can work on with the young people in your life now.

http://www.kidpower.org/library/article/prevent-bullying/?gclid=CN2a-5_I77ICFQjZQgodV2wAXw

Here's some more great information on preventing bullying.

http://www.stompoutbullying.org/

It is so important for students to know that they can't bully others. Sometimes, kids don't even realize that what they are doing is bullying. Please take the opportunity, this week especially, to talk to your children and make sure they know about bullying.

Drug free facts

There are many facts on drug use. The main fact students need to remember is to Just Say No! If you would like more information on drugs, signs of drug use, ways to talk to your child, and more, here are some links you can check out!  

http://drugfacts4youngpeople.com/

http://kidshealth.org/kid/grow/drugs_alcohol/know_drugs.html

http://www.dare.com/home/default.asp

http://drugfactsweek.drugabuse.gov/iqchallenge.php

Please take the opportunity, especially this week, to sit down and talk with your student about drug use and their health. Please remind them to...

One School, One Goal... Bully and Drug Free!

Red Ribbon Week is October 8-10 at Manila Elementary, and we are adding in a new goal to go along with our Drug Free Week... Bully Free! Please take the opportunity this week to talk with your children and let them know that it is not okay to do drugs, and it is not okay to bully anyone. I will be posting ideas through the week, so check back often.

This week at Manila, we will be having different themed days.

Monday- Mustangs have School Spirit and don't do drugs and don't bully!  (Wear school colors and your Manila Spirit wear!)

Tuesday- Be a Team Player and don't do drugs or bully! (Wear your favorite sports jersey or outfit. No hats!)

Wednesday- Drugs and Bullying are HAIRY... just say no! (Crazy hair day!)

You just might see some of the PTA wandering around the school on these days looking for kids who are participating! And you never know... we might have something special for you!