November 8, 2009
Hi Everyone,
We had an awesome day at the Run For All Ages Roadrace and 5k. All the members of the fitgirls and
GORC did a great job. We are so proud of all of them and to all the parents and friends who set the
great example for their kids by participating as well. I can't wait until next year.
The Veteran's came and visited with the 4th and 5th graders on Friday. They had lunch with them as
well. We really appreciate the great men that visit us every year. They are so wonderful with our
students and the kids reciprocate with excellent questions and respect for these adults. It was a lot
of fun.
The school saw a spike in influenza like illness at the beginning of the week but it got better towards
the end of the week. Please, Please, Please, keep your child at home if they have a fever or sore
throat. The flu spreads when students that are feverish and ill are in the building. I understand the
plight of the working parent so put together a contingency plan with friends and family to help out if
your child is ill. Also, your child may be fever free but not necessarily healthy, please evaluate your
child before you send them back in to the school.
Don't forget, we have no school on Wednesday this week for Veteran's Day. Also, the Great Oak
school will be saying goodbye to aide Heather Jackson on Friday who has gotten a teaching position
in Peabody covering for a maternity leave. I know that she will be great and we all wish her the best
of luck.
Take Care,
Mr. Fusco
Go Pats!
*** please check out the new "volunteer" link on the website! Thanks Mrs. Plante!
