Mary Pat Melvin is joining us this year as a social worker for the LIU and works at KM, Kennedy, and the Elementary Center for 20 hours a week. She will be seeing students on an individual basis. You can contact her by calling the Elementary Center or KM Smith. Next Child Study Team meetings scheduled for: Elem Ctr/Kennedy- Friday, Oct 23, 2009 Terra Novas are scheduled in grades 1 and 2 for March 15-26, 2010. PSSA's are scheduled in grades 3, 4, and 5 from April 7- May 7, 2010. Please plan accordingly so your child will not be absent on those days!!! Here are 7 ways you can become involved in your child’s education that will benefit both of you: • Attend Parent-Teacher conferences with specific questions you want to ask. • Meet your child’s friends and get to know their parents. • Develop a consistent daily routine, including time for studying and homework. Every student should have some chores or responsibilities around the house. • Let the school staffs know of your availability to volunteer in the classroom or school. • Voice your concerns on any issues that will affect your family. • Vote in local, state, and federal elections for public officials who support education. Communicate with them regularly so you are represented well. • Join the GNA Elementary PTA and lend your support to the school to benefit your student.