March Happenings

Meteorlogical Winter has ended, but no one told the clouds that. We have had snow and freezing temperatures this week. This morning there was a dusting of snow on the grass and trees. Kids are still bringing hats, mittens, snowpants, and even some boots to school.

On Saturday, the ABC/25 Foundation is holding a Gala and Raffle at a country club. This is a group of parents, staff and community members that raise money for extras that aren't part of the school budget. It is a black tie event. Items are raffled off. Each school has made an Adirondack chair to donate to the raffle. Windsor's chair has pictures of famous art on it.

This Sunday, March 9th, we begin Daylight Savings time, also known as DST. We turn the clocks ahead one hour on Sunday morning. "Spring ahead, Fall behind," is an easy way to remember which way to move the clock.

Mr. Kaye and Mr. Dutton have challenged the students to a Move and Crunch week. The students and staff are going to keep track of how many fruits and vegetables they eat. Everyone is encouraged to walk to and from school. We are looking for more physical activity and healthier eating habits. Mr. Kaye and Mr. Dutton will wear a silly hat, like the Chiquita banana hat. I will post a picture of that one for you to see.

Then on March 17th, we celebrate St. Patrick's day. Everyone is Irish for a day, wearing green clothes and many families have corned beef, potatoes, and Irish soda bread for dinner. In Chicago, they dye the Chicago River green and have a St. Patrick's day parade.

Windsor students participate in the Knowlege Master's Open, KMO. It is being held on March 17th after school. Good luck to our team! Our Gifted teacher is coordinating this with the students in Odyssey. Some schools call this the Talented and Gifted, (TAG) program.

St. Joseph's day is celebrated on March 19th. This is an Italian tradition and everyone wears red. Restaurants offer a St. Joseph's table filled with Italian foods: cannolis, antipasto, bread, pastries, lasagna, pasta, and meatballs. St. Joseph is known as the Patron saint of workers. This is a way that the community gives back to workers.

Spring break begins on Friday, March 21st. This lasts for a week. The students return on April 1st, also known as April Fool's Day. A day filled with practical jokes!