Gala & Auction: April 28, 2012              Family Fun Night: February 24, 2012
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Volunteers Wanted!    
Staff Appreciation Week is May 2nd through the 6th and the BPC is planning some special events to celebrate our wonderful faculty and staff. On Tuesday, May 3rd, we would like to give the staff a small "break" and are asking for volunteers to assist in the classroom from 12:45 to 1 pm for lower school and from 1:05 to 1:20 for the upper school.  Then on Wednesday, May 4th, the staff will be eating together in the Hyatt from 11:30 to 12:30.  While they are at lunch, each classroom needs a volunteer to "watch" the class while the children eat lunch in their classroom.  Please, if you are able to help, contact Deb Weiss-Collins at drbith@aol.com. 
 
The BPC is already starting to look towards next school year and is looking for volunteers to coordinate many of our activities. If you'd be interested in  joining in the fun please contact Lynn Brown at 
    
 
Auction catalogs went home earlier this week.  If you haven’t seen yours yet be sure to check your kids’ schoolbags.  We have some amazing packages this year to be won!  Did you hear the Scavenger Hunt is back?  If you were lucky enough to be one of the participants the last time it was offered, you know how much fun it is!  And this year it’s been given a Viva Las Vegas twist!  There are three parties being offered this year in the Live Auction, and all promise to be spectacular!  Check them out:
 
Scavenger Hunt..."Just the Right Amount of Wrong!":
With this year's Vegas theme, we just couldn't pass up the chance to send up to 10 couples out to scour the region creating unforgettable digital portfolios, while collecting "rare" artifacts for this unforgettable search.  The evening will start with a reception where you will receive your instructions and props, and head out for the most fun you've had in years!  Upon, completion, you'll return for a poolside cocktail party, a slideshow of the evening's outrageous adventures, and compete for an array of coveted prizes.  Are you ready for "Just the Right Amount of Wrong?"  Your hosts will fully organize this event on a mutually agreeable date.  Thank you to the Cosmopolitan Hotel of Vegas-your tag line has surely set us up for one unforgettable evening. 
Donated by Gay & Hap Butz and Lynne Rasmussen & Jef Walker
 
Casa Blanca Poker Party:
Guarantee your ticket to the hottest poker party of the summer at Casa Blanca. Five couples will travel by limousine to the Tyler's poolside casino, complete with all the amenities you would expect from a luxury Vegas resort. Enjoy premium cocktails and nosh on savory tapas as you watch the sun set over Sugarloaf Mountain. Play poker under the stars and relax with friends by the outdoor fireplace. This will be a night infused with Vegas ambiance and energy. You never know who might make a special appearance at this VIP-only event. 
Donated by Oiris & Nelson Tyler and Michelle & Stephen Pappas
 
Chillin’ & Grillin’:
Don't miss out on this party that has become a Barnesville tradition!  Kick off your shoes and celebrate summer while enjoying some of the best wood-smoked barbecue around. Jim and Dawn Wilbur will host you and other Barnesville friends at their home in Boyds.  You'll kick off the afternoon with appetizers and Jim's famous martinis,  then continue to party into the evening with dinner and a bonfire if you choose. A guest appearance by Jim Clark and his Bluegrass Band, Appalachian Flyers, will help make this an evening to remember.  Party will take place Saturday, July 30, 2011 starting at 4:00 p.m.  This party is being offered with a twist this year.  Tickets are being sold at a set price -- $250 per couple.  If you want to be part of the action, raise your paddle.  Space is limited! 
Donated by Dawn & Jim Wilbur
 
If you’re not able to attend the auction, you can still bid.  Absentee bid forms can be found in the catalog or by clicking here. 
 
We’ve also added several new items to the Online Auction.  Log on and start bidding!
Family Help Needed    

Last week, a family living on Beallsville Road tragically lost their home to fire.  Thankfully, the Spano/Earp Family, next-door neighbors to Jim Snider, went unhurt.  Jennifer and Dave, with children Nick (10) and Courtney (16) are in need of our assistance as they have lost everything. 

In the spirit of our mission of Joy, Support, and Excellence, the school community would like to lend its support.  To that end, we have reached out to Luke Fedder, Barnesville Town Commissioner and Acting Mayor, who is heading the relief effort.  He informed us that contributions would be much appreciated and can be made in the following ways:

1.       Gift cards, cash or checks:

a.       Made out to: The Town of Barnesville

b.      Mailed to: The Town of Barnesville, PO BOX 95, Barnesville, MD 20838

c.       Please indicate Spano/Earp family  

OR

2.       Personal delivery to Barnesville Town Hall:

a.     Saturday, April 30, from 10AM – 2PM

b.      Located in the town of Barnesville on the corner of 109 & Barnesville Road

              c.      Donations of clothing, toiletries, non-perishable goods or monetary donations will be accepted

 
Any questions can be directed to:

Mr. Luke Fedders
Barnesville Town Commissioner and Acting Mayor
LDF.BMD@comcast.net
240-848-1796

 

Or, messages can be left at 240-415-1659 (The Town of Barnesville’s phone number).

Mr. Fedders has assured us that he will let us know of future needs once the family is settled.

Thank you so much!!
    
Check Out These Events!    
4/29 SPIRIT DAY!
4/29 Noon Dismissal-Parent Conferences
5/1-5/6 Staff Appreciation Week
5/6 May Day
5/7 Spring Gala & Auction at Strong Mansion
Pre-K Star of the Week    

 
Well, we had another fun week with our Star Sangita!  On Monday, Sangita shared her poster and we got to see many members of her family.  On Tuesday, we had one of Sangita's favorite treats - cupcakes with Dora and Boots on top!  Yummy :)  Then, on Wednesday, Sangita's mom came in and showed us some cool things about India.  She showed us some traditional clothes that they wear there because it can be very hot!  Sangita's mom also showed us some of the animals that live there, including the peacock which is the country's national bird.  Finally, we got to play a game that was invented in India called Carrom.  It's like pool, but without the sticks, and it uses some different pieces.  It was a lot of fun to play.  It was a great week to learn more about Sangita and her family.  Thank you so much!!
One Million Hours of Service    

Please send me your community service hours for April 2011!

 

Many of our families generously donate their time and talent to community service outside of Barnesville. When you do, please let us know! We have recently joined the NAIS (National Association of Independent Schools) "One Million Hours of Service" initiative.  NAIS has challenged its 1,400 member schools (including Barnesville) to collectively perform at least one million hours of community service this year. Everyone in the school community is invited to join - students, families, faculty, staff, administrators, and trustees. 

 

I will be acting as the contact person for this important initiative and tracking our community service hours. When you give back to your community, please send me a quick e-mail with the kind of service you are performing (i.e. working directly with people in need, organizing a charity fundraiser, participating in a charity event like a run/walk, etc.) and the hours.  I'll do the rest!

 

Together we can make a difference; together we can BE the difference!

 
Thanks!
Susanne Johnson, Director of Admissions
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