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Mabel Hoggard Magnet School October 1999

Sock Hop Rocks!

      PTSA's first Family Night was a Sock Hop held on Friday, September 24th. Most students dressed in 50's and 60's attire. (Some were even dressed in 70's attire, imagine that!) It was a special treat to see parents join the fun and dress up as well. Stacey Pena, PTSA Historian, won the hula hoop contest and Phyllis Harris was the hands-down winner of the twist contest.
      The disc jockey was superb; he really knew his tunes. Students participated in a limbo contest and chewed enough bubble gum to blow a bubble to the moon! Nobody wanted the night to end. Thanks to all who attended and made the night such a huge, family success!

Why Should YOU Be Involved?

      Programs designed with strong parental involvement produce students who perform better than otherwise identical programs that do not involve parents. Children whose parents help them at home and stay in touch with the school score higher than children of similar aptitude and family background whose parents are not involved.
      One of the very best predictors of success in school and throughout life is whether a child's parents or the significant adult in the child's life is involved in her or his education.

One looks back with appreciation to the brilliant teachers, but with gratitude to those who touched our human feelings. The curriculum is so much necessary raw material, but warmth is the vital element for the growing plant and for the soul of the child.
--Carl Jung

REMINDER:
Picture Day
Wednesday, October 6th



Why Haven't You Joined?

      The National PTA is the world's largest volunteer organization devoted to the welfare of children and youth. Hoggard PTSA is the connecting link between home and school and can be the catalyst for bringing people together. PTSA is People Taking Significant Action. Since everyone who works in PTSA is a volunteer, there are no vested interests to be gained -- only better schools and communities.
      Hoggard PTSA, through our committed volunteers and our association with the National PTA, has the collective strength to get things done. By paying your dues you are adding your name to more than six million names nationally that want issues affecting the welfare, education, and protection of children addressed.