December Newsletter
Closing out 2022!
Hi Pocopson Families,
Hope you enjoyed a relaxing Thanksgiving break. We are in the homestretch of 2022, with lots of fun coming up at Pocopson this month. Holiday concerts, class parties, and much more!
A few key dates approaching quickly:
- Tomorrow is the 1st Friday of the month and that means...SPIRIT DAY!
- We have a super fun and unique dine & donate fundraiser this month, but be sure to check it out right away because orders are due by Sunday!
- All Giving Tree donations for Pocopson Home residents are due Friday 12/9. We still have a lot of gifts to fulfill, so please consider signing up at the link in the newsletter below. It would mean so much to the recipients!
Be sure to read on for many more great opportunities for our families and students to get involved in our school and community!
PES PTO
Spirit Day is Tomorrow!
Don't forget to sport your favorite Pocopson gear on Friday 12/2 to show your school spirit!
Dine and Donate
What a fun opportunity this month to dine at home, courtesy of Fox's Pizza Den. Get your pizza kits (dough, sauce, cheese, and optional pepperoni) for a DIY dinner!
Orders Due Sunday 12/4. Pick up will be in the lower parking lot on Friday 12/9 at school dismissal. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Pocopson.
Holiday Giving Tree
The Giving Tree is still in the Pocopson lobby.
Grab a tag, or have your child(ren) bring one home. Scan the QR code, and get shopping to help an individual or family that could use some support this holiday season!
You can also sign up HERE!
Donations for Pocopson Home residents are due 12/9, and we need to fill those slots!
Please consider helping us to fulfill these wishes.
December Food Drive
Thank you so much to all who contributed to our November donation drive to benefit the Kennett Food Cupboard. Thanks to you, we collected 202 pounds of pasta to help those in need in our area.
This month, we will be collecting dried pinto beans and dried black beans. Grab some during your weekly grocery run if you are able, and send it in with your student(s)!
Winter Coat Drive 12/1 to 12/16
LAST CALL for Lost and Found Items!
The lost and found is overflowing! Look at all these coats...and there is SO. MUCH. MORE.
Stop by and take a peek, or have your children check for any items that may belong to them. Anything not claimed by end of day on Monday 12/5 will be donated.
Art Beat with Mrs. Hage
Join our fabulous art teacher Mrs. Hage for a fun Saturday holiday art session this month, and her fan favorite after school programs in the new year!
Saturday December 10th ~ Gingerbread House Sculptures
Wednesdays January 4th - February 8th ~ Arctic Animals
Wednesdays February 15th - March 22nd ~ Architecture & Totem Poles
More details and payment information can be found in the attached registration forms. Completed forms may be returned to school with your child.
2023 Unionville High School Used Book Sale
The biggest and best used book sale will be back for 2023, hooray!
In addition to a community collection day, there will be a collection box for book donations at Pocopson from January 17th - February 17th.
And be sure to check out the sale in January!