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Weekly Bulletin – November 8, 2024
PDF Printable Version – November 8, 2024
PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE
Focus on Bravery and our Veterans
Dear Families,
This week, as our school community prepares to observe Veterans Day, we focused on the character strength of Bravery. Bravery means you act with mental, moral, or physical strength, even when you know things are difficult or scary.
Bravery refers to voluntary (not coerced) action in the face of a dangerous circumstance. This strength involves judgment; the brave person must have an understanding of the risks and consequences involved in acting. According to Socrates and Plato, forethought separates acts of valor from acts of rashness. This means that bravery isn’t simply fearlessness but instead the overcoming of fear.
Overcoming fears is critically important in individual development, as it allows the person to do more and become more. A person can be brave every single day. For example, some people with social anxiety are brave just by leaving their houses and talking with people. On a physical level, bravery allows us to overcome fears, such as swimming or playing a sport. And, on a moral level, doing what we know to be right, despite the risks, gives us the sense that we are acting on behalf of a larger purpose.
To practice and encourage the character strength of bravery at home, please highlight everyday examples of bravery throughout society.
Thank you for your support!
Let’s Start Our Second Quarter Off Strong!
The first quarter has finished up, with report cards being mailed home at the end of next week. To ensure the second quarter starts off on a positive note, please stay in communication with your child(ren)’s teacher(s). For students in grades 6 – 12, Schoology is a useful tool to keep track of what your child(ren) is/are learning as well as their grades. If you need help accessing your Schoology account, please don’t hesitate to email Mr. Reynolds (treynolds@sharonsprings.org) or call (518) 284 6677. Thank you for partnering with SSCS to support your child(ren)’s education.
FFA FRUIT, CHEESE, MAPLE AND HONEY PRODUCTS FUNDRAISER
The SSCS FFA is out selling our favorite fruit, cheese, local maple (Stone House Farms) and honey (Shorty’s Treats) products until November 14th! If you are interested in purchasing any of these yummy products see an FFA member or reach out to Mrs. Allen, FFA advisor at 518-284-2267 or aallen@sharonsprings.org. Thank you in advance for your support as students raise money for leadership conferences, conventions and trips to Camp Oswegatchie.
BAKE SALE TO SUPPORT SSCS PTO’S HOLIDAY PARADE OF LIGHTS
Please come support the SSCS PTO’s bake sale taking place on Friday, Nov. 22 from 9:00am-3:00pm and Saturday, Nov. 23 from 9:00-12:00 pm at the NBT BANK in Sharon Springs.
PICK-UPS DAYS/TIMES FOR SHARING & CARING
For Thanksgiving Food Baskets– TUESDAY, November 12th, 2024- 7:30AM-4:30PM
For Christmas Food Basket/Clothing– MONDAY, December 16th, 2024- 7:30AM-4:30PM
Pick-up Location: SSCS FRONT DESK/VISITOR ENTRANCE
CIRCUS IN CANJO
On Thursday, Nov. 14, the Billy Martin Circus is coming to town! They will be at the East Hill Elementary Gym at 6:30pm. Adults are $15, BUT CHILDREN ARE FREE WITH THE PURCHASE OF AN ADULT TICKET (2 KIDS PER ADULT PAID MAY ENTER FREE). This is to benefit the Canajoharie High School Band. Please contact Mrs. Field with any questions (518) 698-3404.
FALL/WINTER RECESS PREPAREDNESS
Now that our weather is colder, a reminder to K-5 parents and students to make sure they are prepared for outdoor recess time. (Snow boots, snow pants, hats, gloves/mittens and warm coats.) Please make sure your K-5 child has warm weather attire each day to go outside so they can participate in recess. If there is a financial need for any of these items please either send a note in with your child or email mkeaney@sharonsprings.org.
COMPUTERS AVAILABLE
All-in-One computers available from the school. If your household qualifies for free or reduced school lunch and you would like a computer for your household, please contact Tom Reynolds at treynolds@sharonsprings.org or (518) 284-2266.
COMMUNITY FOCUS
A Service to the Sharon Springs Community
THE JOSHUA PROJECT – 2024 Thanksgiving Baskets for Schoharie County Families
Registration is now open at www.joshuaschoharie.org
Click on ‘Programs and Services’ and scroll to ‘Thanksgiving Baskets’. Click on ‘Request Basket’ and complete the required fields. You may also complete the online application at the following locations in Schoharie County: Catholic Charities, 489 Main Street, Cobleskill; Schoharie Free Library, 103 Knower Ave., Schoharie; and Middleburgh Library, 323 Main Street, Middleburgh.
Registration Ends on November 15th or when we receive 450 applications, whichever comes first. Baskets will be delivered between 9am and 1pm on Saturday, November 23rd and you MUST be home at the time of delivery.
SHARON SPRINGS FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY
129 Main Street, Sharon Springs, NY
Monday- 10:00am-6:00pm
Tuesday- 3:00pm-8:00pm
Wednesday- 3:00pm-8:00pm
Thursday- 10:00am-6:00pm
Friday- 3:00pm-8:00pm
Saturday- 10:00am-1:00pm
WEEKLY BULLETIN SUBMISSIONS
SSCS will continue to produce this document each week as a service to the SSCS community. Similar to last year, classified ads, such as advertisements for the sale of items, help wanted ads, etc., will no longer be accepted. Advertisements will only be accepted if it relates to a potential educational benefit for our students or it has the potential to benefit the Sharon Springs community. SSCS reserves the right to edit any submission. For consideration, please email by 3 p.m. on Tuesdays to weeklybulletin@sharonsprings.org.
