It was a great May Day on Friday! Thank you to all who set up, cleaned up, worked a shift, donated baked goods, contributed to raffle baskets, and helped in so many other ways. The list of May Day raffle winners is included in this week's email, as well as a message from Mrs. Mingey!
We are lucky to live in a community that provides many opportunities for our families to be involved and have fun. Be sure to check out the COMMUNITY NEWS section of this email to find information about some great events and programs coming up. Hilltop Civic Association is sponsoring a FREE movie night. Rita's Water Ice is, once again, the site of a fundraiser to support a third grade student at Coopertown Elementary who has Eosinophilic Disorder. Additionally, you'll find a link to the Haverford Education Foundation's Summer Academy which offers a variety of courses for your child to participate in over the summer months. Also, don't forget to read about the summer music program. This is a fabulous opportunity to get in some music lessons with great teachers at a great price over the summer. Enjoy your week!
In this newsletter:
A Message from Mrs. Mingey
May Day Wrap Up and Raffle Winners
Landscaping Clean-up: Saturday, May 19
PTO Nominations for President and Committee Chairs Wanted
Market Day: Last order opportunity for this school year
Fifth-Grade Parents: Last call for photos for DVD
COMMUNITY NEWS
CALENDAR CHANGE: The School Board has voted to change the last day of school. The last day for kindergarten students will be Thursday, June 14. The last day for students in grades 1 through 5 will be Friday, June 15. All students will be dismissed at 11:30 am. The fifth-grade stepping up ceremony will be held on Friday, June 15 at 9:30 in the Lynnewood auditorium.
A MESSAGE FROM MRS. MINGEY
"This has been quite a wonderful school year here at Lynnewood with so many benchmarks...The Walkathon, Halloween, Young Writer's Day, Pajama Day, Souper Bowl Week, Family Fun Nights, and on and on...But for all of my years at Lynnewood nothing has ever compared to May Day...and wasn't this a glorious one?
At about 2:00 pm, I was standing at the office window with some of our teachers and thought out loud about the amazing organization and community that we get to be a part of. I hope all of you stopped for just a moment on the field...looked around... listened...and felt...the joy and positive spirit that comes from being a member of this powerful Lynnewood community.
Children enjoying each other, enjoying each game, and enjoying that sandy candy...animated, laughing, energized. And all because our PTO came together and offered their talents, their creativity, and most importantly, their time! Every single child out there will NEVER FORGET their May Day and that is because of all of you that took the time to make it happen!
Thanks to all of for your positive commitment to our school and to our kids.
This day...and all you do to support all we do...is appreciated and applauded!"
LYNNEWOOD'S MAY WRAP UP AND RAFFLE WINNERS
Thank you to the May Day organizing committee, headed by Monica Burns, for putting together another successful May Day event. Here is the list of May Day raffle winners:
Summer Fun Basket: Juliana Kelly
iBasket: Karen Hoffman
TV and Movies: Molly Thornton
Craft Basket: Amy Kushlan
Picnic Basket: Leah McFadden
Sports Basket: Beck family
Pet Basket: Damico family
Hair Ties from Ponies and Pigtails: Juliana Kelly
Winners Circle gift card and four movie tickets: Marie
Winners Circle gift card and four movie tickets: Leah McFadyen
Bow Tessa Hair ties: Jean Sweeney
Lectric Light House lamp: Caroline Burns
Girl Jewelry and Notepad from Alexia's: Shane Rostin
Two Bracelets and Notepad from Alexia's: Emily Stowell
Tip O'Leary's Gift Card: Joanne Iezzi
Tip O'Leary's Gift Card: Doug Engler
Tip O'Leary's Gift Card: Shane Rostin
Day of Swimming at Lawrence Park Swim Club: Zach Leech
Rita's Gift Card: Karen Hoffman
Rita's Gift Card: Jenny Sarkees
Manicure at Silken Fingers: Elly Sarkees
Free Chiropractic Exam: Abby Doc
Barnaby's Gift Card: Lori Fullington
Boccella's Deli Gift Card: Emily Stowell
Nais Cuisine Gift Card: Kristin Mazella
Spa Basket: Kristin Coffey
2013 Spring Concert Tickets: Shane Rostin
2012 Stepping Up Ceremony Tickets: Elizabeth Wessner
2013 Talent Show Seats: Stylios Family
Congratulations to all of the winners. Thanks to the businesses who contributed items to our raffle. When you're out and about, please keep these businesses in mind and give them your support!
LANDSCAPING CLEAN-UP: SATURDAY, MAY 19
The PTO's Landscaping Committee has big plans to continue to beautify the front of the school. Big plans often require many hands to make them happen. If you like to garden, mark your calendar for Saturday, May 19 from 10:00 am until 12:00 noon to help with the clean up and beautification project. Meet at the front of the school and bring your favorite shovel, rake, or other gardening tool, gardening gloves, a water bottle, and don't forget the sunscreen! We're hoping for sunny skies and lots of smiles to contribute to this project. Any questions, contact Kim Harman at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
NOMINATIONS FOR PTO PRESIDENT
At the May PTO meeting last week, nominations were made for PTO president for the 2012-2013 school year. A vote will be taken at the June meeting on Wednesday, June 6.
FROM THE PTO: COMMITTEE CHAIRS NEEDED
We are in need of some volunteers to shadow a committee or take over in the 2012-2013 school year. There are a variety of opportunities open...maybe one of them seems like a good fit for you. It's a great time to join in and we sincerely welcome your participation and need your help! The nature of the work involved and the time commitment varies depending on the committee. What happens at Lynnewood only happens because of the willingness of so many wonderful volunteers! Thank you for your valued participation in the daily life of the Lynnewood PTO.
MAY DAY CHAIR(S) NEEDED
If you enjoyed what May Day had to offer and think you would like to be a part of the team that organizes and runs the event, please consider volunteering for next year. The PTO is looking for more members to add to the May Day committee to ensure that the May Day tradition continues next year. If you would like more information about what's involved, please contact Monica Burns ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ) or Catherine Frank ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ).
PTO TREASURER-IN-TRAINING: Our current treasurer, Joe Lebano, will be in his last year at Lynnewood next year. We're looking for someone to spend the year learning what's involved with this position. This position can be done by a parent who works full-time or part-time. If you have bookkeeping or accounting experience, we need you! If you have specific questions about what's involved, please contact Joe at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . He will be glad to answer your questions and give you more info about the treasurer position.
MARKET DAY
May is the last Market Day sale month of this school year. Thanks to your contributions, Lynnewood has earned over $3,200 towards our goal of $4,000. If you haven't given May Day a try, this is the last month to do so. To place your order, go to www.marketday.com. There are several promotions for the month of May. The order cut-off is Thursday, May 17 and pick up is Wednesday, May 23 from 7:00-8:00 pm.
If you've been participating in the Frequent Buyer® program, this
is the month to redeem your reward. If you made two purchases of
$40* between February and April, simply place a third $40* purchase
this month to receive a FREE Cooler Tote at your May sale pick-up.
All month:
FREE -1¼ lb. of Quick 'n' Crispy Shoestring Fries with $40 purchase*
FREE - 4-Pack of ¼ lb. Beef Patties with $90 online purchase* Promo Code: MAYBONUS
FIFTH-GRADE PARENTS - LAST CALL FOR PHOTOS FOR DVD!
Part of the year-end Stepping Up ceremony for fifth-grade students is a compilation slide-show retrospective of their years at Lynnewood...with your photos. PLEASE SEND IN A MAXIMUM OF FIVE (5) PICTURES of your fifth-grader during their years at Lynnewood. The pictures must be Lynnewood related. Any photos of your child in activities outside of Lynnewood will not be accepted (e.g., sport pictures, religious ceremony pictures, etc). You may send in group shots of your child from classroom parties or Lynnewood sporting events or field trips. You can send the actual photo, or you may email it or send in a photo disc. PLEASE LABEL ANY PHOTOS OR DISCS WITH YOUR CHILD'S NAME AND HOMEROOM TEACHER so we may return them to you. Send photos to school in an envelope to Marianna DeHoratus (5-Sheehe) or Jen Calamaro (5-Sheehe). If you are emailing photos, please send them to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
COMMUNITY NEWS
HILLTOP CIVIC ASSOCIATION: FREE OUTDOOR MOVIE NIGHT
"A Bug's Life" will be shown at Steel Field on Saturday, June 2 starting at 7:45 pm. Bring your blankets and chairs. Snacks and drinks will be available for purchase. (In the event of rain, movie night will be rescheduled for Sunday, June 10. )
BRENDAN'S ANNUAL RITA'S NIGHT FOR THE CENTER OF PEDIATRIC EOSINOPHILIC DISORDERS AT CHOP will be held on Wednesday, May 16 from 5:00 until 9:00 pm. Brendan is a third grader at Coopertown Elementary who has Eosinophilic Disorder. He likes hockey, basketball, and soccer, but LOVES baseball! Because of his illness Brendan can't eat most foods. His body rejects food, thinking that it is a parasite. Make plans to come to Rita's on Eagle Road on May 16 to support Brendan and this very important and worthwhile cause. 6 ABC's David Murphy, WIP sports talker Glenn Macnow, WMMR's Casey, DJ Tommy Tunes, and other celebrity scoopers will be on hand serving up your favorite Rita's treats! Most importantly, a portion of the night's proceeds will go to The Pediatric Center for Eosinophilic Disorders at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. So, mark your calendar and come out to Rita's to support Brendan and Children's Hospital. (Since Brendan loves the Phillies, wear RED!)
HAVERFORD SCHOOL DISTRICT'S SUMMER MUSIC PROGRAM
Residents of Haverford Township are invited to enroll their children in the District's summer music program for elementary and secondary students. The instrumental program includes beginning, intermediate and advanced instruction in string and woodwinds. The choral program is offered to children who enjoy signing and have completed grades three through five. All classes will be held at Chestnutwold Elementary School beginning June 25. To register, township residents can go to: http://haverfordmusic2012.eventbrite.com
HAVERFORD TOWNSHIP SCHOOL DISTRICT'S 2012 SUMMER ACADEMY COURSES AND REGISTRATION NOW OPEN
The course list for the 2012 Summer Academy sponsored by the HTSD Ed Foundation is available at
http://www.haverfordedfoundation.org/summeracademy2012.html
We are delighted that we have 31 different classes to offer during our four weeks, July 9 through August 2, at Haverford Middle School, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Course lengths vary from 1-2 hours per day and from 1-2 weeks. A few are a bit longer by day and by week. Some are specific to an age group, about a third are open to anyone within the grade 4-8 range. Many of the shorter courses will be repeated in different weeks. Online registration is accessible through http://www.haverfordedfoundation.org/summeracademy2012.html.
CHESTNUTWOLD CHASE - SUNDAY MAY 20, 2012 - 8:00 AM!
THE SIXTH ANNUAL CHESTNUTWOLD CHASE 5K RUN/1 MILE RACE & PANCAKE BREAKFAST!
Stretch, hydrate, lace up your sneakers and register today! Join 220+ runners & walkers from last year for an exciting race! The 1 Mile race starts promptly at 8:00 AM 5K - commences at about 8:15 AM, Delicious Pancake Breakfast follows the race along with a medal ceremony and raffle drawings! It is a great school and community event. We will have "Chestnutwold Celebrity Pancake Flippers" on hand to make you a delicious breakfast.
PLEASE SIGN UP TODAY! Check out the following link for a copy of the Chase Registration Form. If you have any questions regarding the race, please contact Susan McCabe at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or Michelle Corallo at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
We hope to see you there!
The Chestnutwold Chase Committee
Tuesday, May 22
Elementary Track Meet at
Haverford High School
Wednesday, May 23
Field Day at Lynnewood
CHESTNUTWOLD CHASE - SUNDAY MAY 20, 2012 - 8:00 AM!
THE SIXTH ANNUAL CHESTNUTWOLD CHASE 5K RUN/1 MILE RACE & PANCAKE BREAKFAST IS JUST 3 WEEKS AWAY!
So, stretch, hydrate, lace up your sneakers and register today! Join the other 220+ runners & walkers from last year for an exciting race!
The 1 Mile race starts promptly at 8:00 AM
5K - commences at about 8:15 AM,
Delicious Pancake Breakfast follows the race along with a medal ceremony and raffle drawings!
It is a great school and community event. We will have "Chestnutwold Celebrity Pancake Flippers" on hand to make you a delicious breakfast.
PLEASE SIGN UP TODAY! Check out the following link for more information: http://www.chestnutwoldfamilies.org/
Follow this link for a copy of the Chase Registration Form. If you have any questions regarding the race, please contact Susan McCabe at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or Michelle Corallo at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
We hope to see you there!
The Chestnutwold Chase Committee