Happy August!
Today is the first day back for our wonderful Secretary Kathy Shimizu, who will be here in the office from 7:30 until 4:00 each day (with time away from the desk around noon each day). If you need to come to the office (register your child, etc.), this would be a wonderful time to do it.
WE had a wonderful event hosted by the Maplewood Neighbor Association July 23rd. It was a picnic/ice cream social, with commuity booths, and a cooling visit from the local fire station! It was fun to see all the adults, as well as the kids, giggling and screaming as then got hit by the fire hose! Our appreciation goes to Anne-Marie Fischer and everyone with the Maplewood Neighborhood, for all their work and thoughtful preparation!
We are looking forward to Multnomah Day this Saturday, August 19th, where Maplewood parents will be hosting a booth (that will give some information related to our upcoming plans to replace the playground, as well as give you a parent perspective on our school).
On August 27th (Sunday), will be our third annual Community Care Day; come to Maplewood at 11:30 to help beautify our school for the start of another year!
Looking forward to seeing many of you again in early September! - John
