Dear Big Lagoon Families and Staff,
We hope you are having a wonderful week! As we move through October, we are grateful for the many people who contribute their time, talents, and care to make Big Lagoon School such a special place for our students. Here are this week’s updates and a few exciting opportunities to get involved!
Yurok Language and Culture
Our Yurok language lessons continue every Tuesday with Thayallen, who visits both classrooms to help our students learn and connect with the Yurok language and culture. We appreciate Thayallen’s time and dedication to sharing this important knowledge with our students!
Remembering Theresa Murphy Hall
At Tuesday’s school board meeting, we shared the sad news of the passing of our beloved board member, Theresa Murphy Hall. We took time to reflect on her life, her legacy, and the meaningful contributions she made to our school community.
Theresa was a high school English teacher in upstate New York who cared deeply about teachers, students, and the importance of public education. Her commitment to education and the people it serves was evident in her service to our school board. She believed in the value of public schools and the opportunities they provide for children and communities.
We will be discussing ways to honor Theresa’s contributions and remember the lasting impact she made on Big Lagoon School. She will be greatly missed, and we extend our heartfelt condolences to her family, friends, and all who knew and loved her.
PTO Meeting Tonight - 5:30 p.m. on Zoom!
Our next PTO meeting is tonight at 5:30 p.m. on Zoom! Please join us as we plan meaningful events and activities to support our students and school.
We need your help! We are looking for PTO officers as well as volunteers who can help with individual events throughout the year. You do not need to have a lot of free time to make a difference. Whether you can help regularly or volunteer for just one event, every contribution Join Zoom Meeting
https://us04web.zoom.us/j/75571312737?pwd=g9ZQiSOLRnaUJfIvQsMPWH9I2bVI5S.1
Meeting ID: 755 7131 2737
Passcode: KtqSq1
Wednesday, October 28 - Back on the Water!
We are excited to get back out on the water during our after-school program on Wednesday, October 28, for another afternoon of canoeing! Our wonderful Two Feathers volunteers will be joining us to support the students, along with our lifeguard to help ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.
We are grateful for these partnerships and the opportunities they provide for our students to learn, explore, and enjoy the beautiful natural environment surrounding our school.
Wednesday, October 28 - Two Feathers Fall Harvest Dinner at 5:30 p.m.
Please mark your calendars for the Two Feathers Fall Harvest Dinner on Wednesday, October 28, at 5:30 p.m.!
Bring your appetites and join us for this wonderful community gathering. It is a great opportunity to share a meal, catch up with old friends, meet new ones, and strengthen the connections that make our school community so special.
Thank you to Two Feathers for hosting this event and helping bring our community together!
Friday, October 30 - Halloween Fun at School!
We are looking forward to a fun-filled Halloween afternoon at school next Friday! Brooke is generously bringing her cornhole set, and we will have sack races and other activities for the students to enjoy. We also have our Yurok Halloween vocabulary words ready for the cake walk!
We could use a little help to make the afternoon a success. We are looking for:
Activity volunteers to help run games and activities.
Cupcake donations for our cupcake walk.
If you can volunteer your time or donate cupcakes, please let us know! Even a small contribution helps make these special experiences possible for our students.
Thank you to everyone who helps create joyful memories for our children!
As always, we are grateful for our families, staff, volunteers, and community partners. Your generosity, involvement, and support make such a difference in the lives of our students. Thank you for being part of the Big Lagoon School community!
Have a wonderful week!
Warmly,
Cathie :)
