Pence Press
October 17, 2021
Calendar Reminder: NO SCHOOL MONDAY!
October is Bullying Prevention Month
Mirror neurons in our brains allow us to learn through imitation.
They allow us to reflect the body language, facial expressions and emotions of others.
Mirror neurons allow us to perceive others' intentions as well as their actions.
Mirror neurons play an essential role in our social life.
They are key to child development, relationships and education.
October is Bullying Prevention Month
Your words and actions are a model for others! (It's a brain thing!)
Show Kindness, Be Respectful, Offer Acceptance
YOU can make a difference!
Our Students Lead the Way!
Worldstrides Meeting this Tuesday!!
A Pence Worldstrides trip is in the planning stages. If you are a student interested in travel and marine biology this trip is one you want to know more about. This Marine Biology trip to an island in the Florida Keys is being organized for June 2023. If you are a 6th or 7th grader and this opportunity sounds interesting to you, please see your Science teacher for a packet of information to share with your parents.
A family meeting is planned for October 19th at 7:00 pm in the Wilbur Pence Library. Bring your parents to learn more!
Here is a website for the program of trip activities and the registration process:
Please join us this Tuesday at Pence Middle School Proceeds Night at Island Wing Company!
Island Wing Company is located at 350 University Blvd, Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Thank you to our students who took some time this weekend to recognize our teachers!
Draw the Line/ Family Life material
Club Soccer Fun!
Virginia Conservation Police presented during the hunter's safety classes this week.
In support of our two teachers on knee scooters, all the 6th grade teachers were on wheels for a day! Go Pence!
Pence School Fundraiser
Pence Families-
We have once again decided to do an all virtual fundraiser because: 1) It is safe = no contact 2) It is easy. We also understand that some of you would prefer just to make a donation to the school and that will certainly be appreciated as well! If you so choose this option, just send a check in with your student to school.
The school uses fundraiser money to benefit our students. Here are some of the thngs we have used our fundraiser money for in the past:
-To reduce the cost of field trips for familes
-School-wide STEM Fair
-Library renovation
-Student incentive programs
-Classroom furnishings such as flexible seating, etc.
-Funding for our end of the year "Pence Pride Day"
-Etc.
Below you will find some links to information:
Kick off video https://vimeo.com/showcase/8754679
How to Videos https://vimeo.com/showcase/8752340
Why we fundraise video https://vimeo.com/showcase/8770815
Parent letter https://bit.ly/3m9hSIN
PLEASE REMIND STUDENTS THEY ARE ONLY TO SHARE WITH AND SOLICIT TO FAMILY AND FRIENDS.
All sales are online only. Sale ends 10/22. Register TONIGHT at www.ShopFund.com
All prizes will be given out when the fundraiser is over.
If a student shares with 5 different people online only- they will receive a free donut. Donuts will be handed out after the sale is over.
FUNDRAISER INCENTIVES!!!
If we raise the following for the school students will receive:
$5,000 a hat & hood day
$7,000 ice cream at lunch
$10,000 a day of extra recess with snacks
Reminder: Drop-Off & Pick-Up Routes Into Pence
Thank you for your cooperation!
Employment Opportunities
Yearbook Preorders and more...
Also, don't forget to preorder your yearbook now, https://www.yearbookordercenter.com/?event=general.displayLanding&jobnumber=13754 and enter the school code 13754.
Starting Monday, students may preorder a yearbook with cash or check. If paying in cash, correct change is appreciated. Order forms will NOT be sent home. Your student will need to bring a payment to Mrs. Dove, in room 201, during homeroom in the morning and will fill out an order form then.
7th Grade Basketball
Students are welcome to stay after school on HOME game days. Admission for students is $2. Concessions are available. Masks must be worn properly at all times.
Students will need to choose a game to attend - either boys or girls - and remain in the assigned gym throughout the game. Students will not be permitted to travel from gym to gym during games.