Ingleby Mill Primary December 2013 Newsletter

How quickly the first term has passed! The children are settled, working hard and enjoying their learning. Visitors this term have commented upon their very positive attitudes towards school and how well they are engaged in their learning. Advent is upon us and we are busy preparing for nativity plays, concerts, Christingles and parties! You will find a list of key dates for diaries for the approaching celebrations: please cut out & keep them so you dont miss any important events! Ingleby Mill Children Making a Positive Contribution to their Community: The very impressive amount of 975 was raised in total through children dressing as heroes for Children in Need: brilliant!! The sale of cakes always goes down well and this year was no exception. THANK YOU to everyone who donated, supported and encouraged the children to help others. Friendship Week The children had great fun learning about what being a friend means, looks like and feels like. Their learning during the week involved lots of drama, circle time, recognising each others strengths and saying what they value in a friend. This annual event coincides with National Anti Bullying Week but we emphasise the positive influence of friendship and being a good friend. Shoe Boxes Thank you to the many families who made contributions to the annual Rotary Shoe Box Appeal. We all know that times are hard so the fact that we managed to send over 120 boxes is testimony to your kindness. Thanks again.

Dates for your Diary: Please cut out and keep! Ticket information can be obtained from members of staff in individual teams. Mon 2nd December 2013 at 1.30pm School Council Dressing the Christmas Tree Sat 7th December 11am to 1pm Christmas Fayre Mon 9th December pm Y3 visit to Annie the Musical Tues 10th December 2pm Y1 Nativity Weds 11th December 2pm Y2 & Y5 Christingle Service Weds 11th December 6pm Y1 Nativity Thursday 12th December Christmas Lunch Fri 13th December 9.30am Nursery/Reception Carol Service Fri 13th December 2pm Nursery/Reception Carol Service Mon 16th December 1.30pm Reception Party Tues 17th December 1.30pm Y3/Y4 Party Weds 18th December am and pm Nursery Party Weds 18th December 1.30pm Y5/Y6 party Thurs 19th December 1.30pm Y1/Y2 party Fri 20th December 3.10pm/3.15pm School Breaks for the Holiday Monday 6th January: Children return to school

On behalf of staff, governors and children, we would like to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a peaceful, prosperous 2014.