Originally delivered on 11/3/2024 12:02 pm

SUBJECT: Simpson PTSA Eagle Eye Newsletter November Edition

NOVEMBER 2024 EDITION

Upcoming Events

Tuesday, November 5

Election Day

Wednesday, November 6

8:15a PTSA Executive Committee meeting

Thursday, November 7

3:00p PTSA Spirit Night: Righteous Que

Friday, November 8

7:00p 8th Grade Chorus Concert

Monday, November 11

Reflections 2024-25 Submission Due

Tuesday, November 12

6:30p 7th & 8th Grade Band Concert

Wednesday, November 13

6:30p 6th, 7th, 8th Orchestra Concert

Thursday, November 14

6:00p Simpson International Night

6:00p PTSA: International Night

Monday, November 25

Thanksgiving Holidays

Tuesday, November 26

Thanksgiving Holidays

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Simpson PTSA News & Events

PTSA Kindness committee is collecting candy again this year!

PTSA Kindness committee is collecting candy again this year! Please consider donating leftover Halloween candy.

Drop off your bag(s) at school front desk 11/1-11/8.

Thanksgiving Food drive and Families in Need donations

Spread your kindness by supporting a Simpson family in need this Holiday season! PTSA Kindness committee is collecting canned food AND gift card donations to directly support our most in need families at Simpson. Your generosity will ease the burden of our neighbors during the Holidays. Gift card donations will be collected through November 30th. Click here to donate gift cards.

We are grateful to continue this program in partnership with our Simpson Social Worker. This year, Simpson students will be involved in putting baskets together. Your kindness generously supported over 10 families each with a $100 Walmart Gift Card last year. Thank you!

11/5 Election Day - No School

This coming Tuesday, November 5th, is Election Day and is a student holiday/staff workday. No school for students!

The GA My Voter Page is where you can confirm your registration and your voting location

Don't forget to vote!

Spirit Night - Nov 7th @ Righteous Que

Head to Righteous Que on November 7th from 3-8pm for Simpson Spirit Night!
For more info and upcoming Spirit Nights, click here > https://www.simpsonptsa.org/spiritnight

2024-25 Reflections program - "Accepting Imperfection"

National PTA Reflections

Hey student artists.....have you started working on your entry for National PTA's Reflections 2024-25? Entry is FREE. We hope many of our talented students will participate! The deadline for entries is Monday, November 11.

This year's theme is "Accepting Imperfection". Choose from 6 categories including visual and performing arts. You can submit an entry in all 6 categories (one entry per category).

For more information on how to submit entries, please go this this link: Simpson Middle School PTSA - Reflections

Simpson International Night - Nov 14th - Sign Up OPEN!

International Night

Calling all families to sign up to participate in Simpson Middle School's International Night! On November 14th our school gymnasium will transform into a vibrant global village. Join us for an evening of cultural exploration featuring displays from around the world, mouthwatering international cuisine, and captivating student performances. This family-friendly event promises to be an unforgettable celebration of our diverse community. Mark your calendars and prepare for a journey across continents without leaving.

Family participation and volunteer opportunities: Click Here!

For any questions, please contact vicepresident@simpsonptsa.org!

(link to last year's event - https://www.simpsonptsa.org/intlnight)

Simpson Fundraiser with PeachSkin Sheets

We're thrilled to announce a special partnership with award-winning PeachSkinSheets, bringing you an incredible offer while supporting Simpson Middle School PTSA!

Use school discount code: SIMPSON1only atPartnerwithPeachSkin.com

from October 15 to November 15, 2024.

Save $45 off per set, a fantastic 40% savingson sheets just named 2024 Best Bedding by Good Housekeeping and winner of the 2024 Newsweek Reader's Choice Award for Best Sheets.

For every set purchased, $20 will be donated back to Simpson Middle School PTSA. It’s a win-win for comfort and community! Easy online ordering and home delivery make it simple! Share with your friends and family.

Simpson PTSA Health & Wellness Committee - Hiking Trails for the Holidays

Even in cooler temps, join the Simpson PTSA Health & Wellness Committee in some family-friendly outdoor hikes during the holiday season. All trails are close to home and offer a beautiful escape for everyone.

Support the PBIS School Store

Looking to VOLUNTEER? Help run the PBIS store on Fridays during homeroom.

Volunteer Signup: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084FA9AD2BA5FEC70-51000385-pbis

Not able to volunteer? DONATE fun items to fill the PBIS store.

Donations: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084FA9AD2BA5FEC70-50975339-donations

CCSD Board Meetings

Cobb County Board Meetings

Mark your calendar! Below are the dates for the upcoming CCSD Board Meetings through the end of the school year. Unless otherwise notes, each meeting begins at 2pm with a work session and public comment, followed by the 7pm Board meeting with public comment. Meetings occur at 514 Glover Street, Marietta or are available ONLINE by clicking HERE. You can also watch previous board meetings via the link above.

Thursday, November 14th - 2pm Work session / 7pm Board meeting
Thursday, December 5th - 2pm Work session / 7pm Board meeting
Thursday, January 16th - 2pm Work session / 7pm Board meeting

ORDER SPIRIT WEAR

Every Friday is Spirit Day on campus. Show your school pride and wear your spirit gear! All orders will deliver to your student's homeroom.

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STAY UP TO DATE

*If you already signed up last school year for REMIND, we've moved you up to the next grade level, so no need to sign up again.

*Got questions? Here's a helpful video: https://youtu.be/DLP__QYSOj4

The Simpson PTSA LinkTree has useful links you will need all school year long in one convenient location. This LinkTree also includes links to:

- Join PTSA

- Find Volunteer Opportunities in ONE place

- Order Spirit Wear

- Follow Simpson PTSA on Facebook

....And so much more!

SIMPSON FOUNDATION

Does your child have an upcoming birthday or another important milestone? Consider purchasing a "Shoutout" on the school marquee! Shoutouts are $20 each and directly benefit the Foundation. We also have Jeans Passes available for purchase. Jeans passes allow our teachers to wear jeans on Thursdays throughout the school year. Each pass is $40.

Thank you to all of the Simpson families who have already donated to our Family Investment Campaign. Please consider donating to help us reach our goal of $10,000. As we near the end of the year, and you begin to consider your holiday giving opportunities, double check if your company participates in corporate matching!