Growing Our Outdoor Classroom

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Generous neighbors from the adjacent Holmes Run Acres neighborhood have donated funds to support Woodburn. Members and attendees at the latest PTA meeting agreed to use the funds from our neighbors in a way that would honor the late Sarah Lahr, a Holmes Run Acres resident and long time Woodburn supporter. The proposed idea was a gift that would support both the school’s arts focus and the outdoor classroom area. The Outdoor Music Station, pictured here, was proposed by PTA members as a way to bring both beauty, art and nature together in an experience that students and staff can enjoy. The PTA is also soliciting ideas for ways to enhance the outdoor classroom in other ways. If you would like to help with this effort please contact Sharon Toda, PTA Vice President.

 

Nominate a Super Teacher!

Do YOU Know a Super Teacher?
Does your child’s teacher go above and beyond classroom duty to inspire students? Does she lead them to new understanding and knowledge breakthroughs? Does he motivate them to reach higher and achieve their potential?
Answering “yes” to any of these questions means your child may know the most amazing of all super heroes – a Virginia Lottery Super Teacher.
Help us identify and recognize these education heroes!
Between now and February 15, 2016, nominate your child’s Super Teacher at www.vasuperteacher.com. Out of the nominees, eight Virginia educators will be selected in 2016 as Super Teachers, winning $2,000 from the Virginia Lottery and $2,000 in classroom supplies from The Supply Room Companies.
Let’s show our outstanding teachers how super-thankful we are for their hard work. Nominate a Super Teacher today!

PTA Meeting and New Year Celebration on 2/11

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Come and join the PTA in celebrating the Chinese/Lunar New Year and get to know your Woodburn community.  Join the celebration and bring a dish or dessert to share!
The whole event will take place Thursday 2/11 6:30 PM – 9:00PM.

The PTA meeting will begin at 7:30.  Childcare will be provided.