Notes from the Head of School

Happy Friday!

*What a fun Spring Spirit Week! Students and staff had a great time with Disney Day, Sports Team Day, Dress like a Teacher, Anything But a Backpack and Soccer mom vs BBQ Dad. As always, the creativity and spirit was impressive!

*Mr. Consolatti's class experimented with thermal energy this week by using body heat to melt ice.

*On Wednesday, the Hampden County DA's Community Outreach unit spoke to our high school students about the dangers of drug use and abuse. A member of the Addiction Task Force generously shared his experiences with drug abuse that led to devastating effects for himself and his family, but also his road to recovery and how his work helps others. Our students were great participants.

*When we get back from vacation, there is only 1 week left of play rehearsals until the debut of Willy Wonka Jr. on May 1st & 2nd! The cast and crew (along with Mrs. Mercier and Mrs. Williams) are working so hard - do not miss this fabulous performance! Get your tickets by turning in the attached order form or buy them at the door!

*Prom tickets are on sale until May 1st! Open to students in Grades 9-12, it will be a fun evening of dinner, dancing, and a photo booth where students will bring home photo strips of memories! $75 each, cash or checks made payable to White Oak School- see a student council member to purchase!

*The Fishing Club will begin again the week after vacation! See Mr. Gumina for a permission slip.

*I am passing along information about a Family Fishing Festival being held as a memorial for a family member of a former White Oak student. We would love for a group of White Oak community to attend wearing White Oak t-shirts to support this lovely event! See you there!

*We have many great events coming up:

-Willy Wonka Jr. on May 1st & 2nd - get your golden tickets!!

-Prom - May 9th - tickets are on sale now!

-Science Fair - May 15th - see flyer for details - this is always an amazing event!

-Graduation - Monday, June 1st at 1:30PM- formal invites have gone out to families.

Have a wonderful, safe vacation week!

Jody

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