The Hawk Happenings: Pennoyer Staff Newsletter

Hawk Thoughts & Happenings

Team Pennoyer,

I tried my best this week to get in an out of classrooms and walk the hallways as much as possible to support students and see all the incredible things you're all doing. I thought this week I would just share snapshots of some of the moments I had the opportunity to witness and some that were shared with me as well. Our students have so many special moments (big and small) that they really enjoy at Pennoyer, and you make that all possible each and every day. As we roll into December, keep up the great work you're all doing and hang in there for these next three weeks before a well earned Winter Break!

The shout out this week comes from Sarah Adkins to Vicki Palicka...

"Shout out to Vicki Palicka, who rescued Sarah Adkins this past Wednesday when Sarah found herself in the unfortunate situation of vomiting in front of her class full of students. Vicki not only raced to get the trash can in time, but she also seamlessly took over the class so Sarah could leave. Working with people you can count on is priceless. Thank you, Vicki!!"

HERE is the agenda for our Staff Meeting next Monday, December 4th at 3:15pm in the MPR.

Hawk Action Items

Wanna make somebody's day at Pennoyer...don't forget about our staff shout outs we'd like to get started up again this year! It's real easy; if one staff member wants to give another staff member at Pennoyer a positive shout out for something that week, just send a quick email blurb to Adam, and he'll feature it in our weekly Hawk Happenings!

Just a friendly reminder about putting in Personal Days. Per the contract, please make sure to have these in 5 days before for approval in case it's an emergency. This will give us the best opportunity to find coverage and plan ahead. Thanks so much!

Great job with all the social media posts shared for the month of November! Keep it up in December. Here's the Google Form for teachers to complete. Thanks!!!

Creating new Clubs at Pennoyer and Submitting Club Information for Website (Existing or New Clubs)

If you’re interested in starting up a new club, it's certainly not too late. Please submit your ideas HERE! You can check out the CBA if needed for more information. For new clubs, we’ve created a helpful link on our website to showcase the wonderful opportunities for our students at Pennoyer. Please make sure once your club is approved that you create a one page Google Doc or Slide to share with Adam and Pat. Also, if you’re continuing a club from last year, please make sure the information is updated if needed...thanks! Here’s an EXAMPLE for your reference.

Friday Car Line Opportunity During Arrival Time - Want to be a "Guest DJ" and greeter during morning car line? You can have your own playlist if you'd like and be a part of a fun part of the day connecting with our families and students on Fridays during arrival time. This is from 7:50am- to around 8:10am if you're interested. HERE is a sign up sheet to make things easier, and reach out to Adam with any questions.

Stipend Opening for JV Boys Volleyball in the spring...Connect w/ Adam if interested.

Weekly Hawk Playlist/Lyric

"I know what's on your mind, you feel you're wasting time. Want to talk about it? You feel there's something wrong, don't feel like holding on. You better think about it."

-Can't Slow Down by Lionel Richie

Hawk Celebrations

It couldn't be more fitting this week than to celebrate the gift of "giving" that so many of our students have stepped up and participated in. This past week on Wednesday, our Student Council, led by Ms. Kopoulos and Mrs. Kafka participated in the Salvation Army holiday bell ringing to help raise money for those in need. They met up by the local Mariano's, and for two hours, they dedicated themselves to this charitable cause. We're so proud of our amazing Student Council members! We also had our Peer Leaders working with Ms. Torossi collecting hats and gloves over the past few weeks to support families in need all around our community. They did an incredible job gathering up so many hats and gloves that will surely keep those in need warm this winter. This is another group of students that truly show their Hawk spirit and their kind hearts. We have so much Pennoyer Pride for all of these students and our incredible teachers that sponsor these special clubs!