FROM THE PRINCIPAL’S DESK
THANK YOU!!!!!!! As much success as the school has, it is extremely important to recognize the parents and the important role they play in this process. Students come to school well rested and encouraged to do their best by their parents and that is a huge motivator for the students.
CHRISTMAS PROGRAM: An early reminder, the Eisenhower Christmas Band and Vocal concert is scheduled for Monday, December 11th, 2017 starting at 6:30 with the Band. The vocal part of the concert should start around 7:00 PM.
BAND CONCERT: The 6th grade band concert is scheduled for Thursday, November 30th at 1:40 PM. in the band room. The 5th grade band concert is scheduled for Friday, December 1st , at 1:40 PM. in the band room.
PROGRESS REPORTS: Progress reports went home on Wednesday the 15th. If you have questions, comments, or concerns, please contact your teacher at school.
THANKSGIVING BREAK: School will dismiss on Tuesday, November 21st, 2017, at the normal time. Thanksgiving Break will begin on Wednesday, November 22nd 2017. School will resume at the normal time on Monday, November 27th 2017.
NEWSLETTER: This will be the final newsletter before the Thanksgiving Break. The next newsletter will be December 1st, 2017.
FUN FACTS ABOUT THANKSGIVING:
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There were no mashed potatoes, popcorn, pumpkin pie, cranberries, milk, or corn on the cob on the original Thanksgiving table.
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What was on that first table was lobster, rabbit, chicken, fish, squash, beans, chestnuts, hickory nuts, onions, leeks, dried fruit, maple syrup, honey, radishes, carrots, cabbage, eggs, and goat cheese.
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Forks were not used-just spoons, knives, and fingers. Break out the finger foods this year to help celebrate the original Thanksgiving.
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Ben Franklin wanted the turkey to be the National bird.
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A 15 pound turkey is about 70 % white meat and 30% dark meat.
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The 5 most popular ways to eat leftover turkey is as a sandwich, in chili/stew, as soup, in casseroles and as a burger.
HAPPY THANKSGIVING:
HAVE A GREAT BREAK AND BE SAFE!