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HUEGEL HIGHLIGHTSFEBRUARY 2016

FEB 1 - District Enrollment for 5K students new to the district for the 2016-2017 school year - 2pm-6pm

FEB 4 - Read Your Heart Out

FEB 5 - No School - Prof Dev Day

FEB 9 - Parent Meeting @ 6pm

FEB 23 - Huegel Pizza Fest/Literacy/Math Night

FEB 29 - Benvenutos Restaurant Night

MAR 2 - Huegel Concert for families (Grades 3 - 5 presenting) - 2:30pm

UPCOMING

EVENTS

A MESSAGEfrom Ms. Potter-Davis

Dear Huegel Families and Community Members, It’s hard to believe we are halfway through the year! This is an exciting time of year because we really see students make large leaps in their learning. You will soon receive your child’s second quarter report card, which outlines the progress he or she has made so far this year. Our dedicated staff is always working hard to make sure your child continues to learn and grow to their full potential. You will have a chance to have a face-to-face conference with your child’s teacher in March, but if you ever have a question or concern please do not hesitate to reach out. Now that there is finally snow we have had lots of fun playing outdoors! Students have been sledding down the hills, and building snow forts and snow people. Thank you for continuing to make sure your child has the proper gear with which to enjoy winter. While we do stay indoors when the temperatures and wind chill dip below 10 below, we do make it a priority to send students outside for physical activity and fresh air. We believe that students need plenty of opportunities to move and play, and we acknowledge the research that links high levels of physical activity to better academic performance and behavior. On the following pages you’ll hear from our physical education (PE) teachers, Drew Kornish and Lisa Gleboff, and learn more ways for your family to be active this winter. I look forward to seeing families at our upcoming PTO meeting on February 9, as well as Read Your Heart Out Day on February 4 and our Literacy/Math/Pizza Night, which takes place on February 23. Warmly,Mrs. Potter-Davis, Huegel Principalaapotter@madison.k12.wi.us

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FEBRUARY BOX TOPS CLASSROOM CHALLENGE!

Make money for Huegel! Each Box Top is worth 10 cents! Students are being challenged to bring Box Tops to school in the month of February!

The classroom that has the most Box Tops by February 29th receives an Ice Cream Sundae Party!

Please have your child deliver the Box Tops to his/her teacher. Good luck!

Celebrate Leap Day by treating your family to a night out!

Make sure to tell your server you are participating in Huegel’s Dine Out Night and a portion of your bill will be donated to Huegel! Eat Italian and raise money all at once - Mama Mia!

RESTAURANT FUNDRAISERTake your family out for dinner!

2949 Triverton Pike Dr. Fitchburg

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THANK YOU!Thank you Papa John’s for the donation from 2015’s pizza purchases!

FEBRUARY TECH UPDATEFor second semester we want to offer more technology learning opportunities for parents. Please help us plan these events by filling out this short survey.

https://goo.gl/1aiycm

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Huegel PTO now has an AmazonSmile account!

LOST + FOUNDFeel free to stop in anytime to check our Lost and Found. It is located in the hallway leading to the inner circle, next to the eagle on the wall.

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BY LISA GLEBOFF + DREW KORNISH

Physical activity can be a tough to achieve in the bitter months of the Wisconsin winter. However, not all physical activity needs to be done outdoors or in tons of space. Fitness challenges are a great way to get everyone involved in turning off the screen and getting the heart pumping. A few challenges that require no real space needs are, balance challenges such as “who can stand on one leg the longest?” Jumping challenges, “who can jump the most times in 30 seconds?” WIth a simple stopwatch, students are able to let their imagination take over. Getting the whole family involved is a great way to keep these games lively and engaging.

Wisconsin also offers some of the best winter scenery one could ask for. Take advantage of all that Wisconsin has to offer by checking this link, http://dnr.wi.gov/topic/parks/findapark.html Here you will be able to find a state park based on location or even activity you are interested in.

Whether it is in the middle of the living room, or the middle of the forest, remember to get up and get moving this winter.

PHYSICAL MOVEMENT HIGHLIGHT

FITNESS APPSGONOODLEThis is a website that full of interactive ways to get kids moving. Students at Huegel really enjoy GoNoodle.

77 minute workout challenge is a good and all round cardio vascular work out.

HappifyFun and inspiring games and activities will teach you to manage stress and master challenges.