Mandarino Minute Update for 12-10-15

Dear Parents/Guardians,

Great "Informance"and ...-
I think everyone will agree that the 6th grade "informance" Tuesday evening was outstanding! :)  The 6th graders have come a long way in 90 days. 

Remember that 7th/8th grade orchestra & 6th-8th choir concert is next Tuesday, December 15th and the MS/HS Band concert will be on Wednesday, December 16th. Both concerts will be at SJHS beginning at 7:00 P.M.

Variety Show Informational Meeting-
Next Tuesday, December 15th at 7:30 A.M. in the Upton Media Center we will have an informational meeting for anyone interested in trying out for the Upton Variety Show.  Mrs. Schrock will once again be our director.  We hope your son/daughter considers showcasing their talent! :)


Star Wars Movie Night at SJHS -
S.J.H.S. United Nations Club is hosting a Star Wars Movie marathon this Saturday, December 12th from 3:00 P.M. – 10:00 P.M. in the High School Student Center (same place middle school conferences were at) .  They will be showing Star Wars episodes 4, 5 and 6.  The cost is $5.00 for all viewing all three movies.  Popcorn and drinks will also be available to purchase for $1 each.

Book Fair and Toys for Tots ends tomorrow, Friday Dec. 11th-  
Tomorrow, Friday, December 11th is the end of our book fair here at Upton.  We appreciate your support of the fair and will now be able to add other books to our collection.
Our annual Toys for Tots drive will also end tomorrow.  If you would like to send in any last minute new unwrapped toys our local Marines would really appreciate it.

Elk’s National Free Throw Contest
This Saturday, December 12th at SJHS in the main gym is the Elk's National free throw contest.  This competition is for boys and girls ages 8-13 years old.  The registration begins at 11:00 A.M. and the
competition begins at 11:30 A.M.  We have flyers available in the Upton office.  For more information contact Doug Mikkelsen at 269-369-0920 or 269-923-0314 or email Elks National Free Throw Contest Question

Social Media #2 Update-
On November 16th I sent out an update on some social media sites that our students are exploring and using.  Today I am listing a few more that you as parents should be aware of.  Take a few moments and familiarize yourself with these apps if you are not familiar with them.

Tumblr
https://www.commonsensemedia.org/facebook-instagram-and-social/what-should-parents-know-about-tumblr?utm_source=103015+Parent+Default&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=weekly

https://d1pmarobgdhgjx.cloudfront.net/parenttip/PT_CMSE_Tumblr.mp4

Vine
https://www.commonsensemedia.org/facebook-instagram-and-social/what-should-parents-know-about-vine
 
https://www.commonsensemedia.org/videos/what-is-vine

10 most violent video games of 2015
https://www.commonsensemedia.org/blog/10-most-violent-video-games-of-2015-and-what-to-play-instead?utm_source=October+2015+-+Violent+Video+Games&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=weekly
 
 Short Meeting for 7th & 8th grade girls interested in trying out for basketball-
A short meeting will take place tomorrow, Friday, December 11th in the Upton Auditorium for any young lady interested in going out for 7th or 8th grade basketball beginning at 7:30 A.M.

Spirit Week #2 next week-
Monday- Pajama Day
Tuesday-  Twin Day (Two or more people who dress alike)
Wednesday- Favorite Sports Team Day
Thursday- Fitness Wear Day
Friday-  Christmas Day (Red, Green, Ugly sweaters, etc.)
  
Quote of the day:
"Anyone can carry his burden, however hard, until nightfall. Anyone can do his work, however hard, for one day. Anyone can live sweetly, patiently, lovingly, purely, till the sun goes down. And this is all life really means." ~Robert Louis Stevenson

Have a good one,
Mr. Mandarino