In the classrooms…
On November 7th  Hunter staff recruited families at the annual Magnet Schools Fair. It was rewarding to explain the innovative theme essentials offered in our magnet program, such as electives in the arts and all academic disciplines. Parents were impressed to see and hear our band and orchestra students perform. But, the attribute that is Hunter’s biggest selling point is the staff! Our staff has the knowledge, skills, and determination to put the magnet vision into action and it is our teachers who make our magnet program the most successful in the county.

Last Thursday I had the honor of attending the State Board of Education Meeting where the Board recognized 5th grade teacher Carol Wooten as a recipient of the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science. Again, one of our wonderful teachers is recognized.

Announcements
Our school is hosting a canned food drive for those less fortunate families in our community. The food drive will last from November 9– November 13. Please send in your canned goods during those dates.

Congressman Bob Etheridge is speaking to our students Friday November 13th in celebration of Veteran’s Day. Any veteran who wishes to attend this speech can call the front office to reserve a space. The number to call is 856-7676.

Friday students at Hunter will have the opportunity to view the president’s speech from September 23. If you do not want your child to view this speech please contact your child’s teacher. They will be assigned an alternative activity for the 19 minutes of the speech.

Mrs. Graf needs Altoid’s peppermint cans for PBS celebration.

Important Dates
November 9th – Canned food drive begins
November 9th – report cards home
November 11th – Veteran’s Day – No school!
November 12th – Magnet Open House
November 13th – Veteran’s Day Assembly with Bob Etheridge.

November 14th - ALP

Tips to help your child!
Live Green! Inside of the Monday folder is a Green sticker that states No Principal’s Page. Place that sticker on the outside of the Monday folder and get your information at www.hunterelementary.org. You will no longer receive a paper copy of the Principal’s Page and you will help the environment for your children.

Vocabulary is POWER!
K – summer; colors
1st – role; setting
2nd – determination; perseverance
3rd – simile; metaphor
4th – magnet; polarity
5th – fjord: tributary