Friday, April 6, 2012

Mark Your Calendars for Grades 3-5 Fiesta!

Our annual Fiesta for students in grades 3, 4, & 5 and their families will take place on Wednesday, May 2, at 5:00 pm.

The Fiesta is a special tradition in our primary-level Spanish program.  With decorations, food, music, and games, this is an event our older students look forward to each year.  Students have the opportunity to showcase their language learning at a venue that is fun for the whole family. 

Students put on a performance that includes Spanish songs and poetry, drumming groups from all three grades, and a concert by our 4th/5th grade chorus.  Ms. Bernstein, our music teacher, and I coordinate the show.

This year, our Fiesta is being organized by parent Leah Hinckley who is generously donating her time to make this a wonderful school community celebration.  Leah is looking for parent/guardian volunteers to help with decorating and set-up, clean-up, and games.  We will have a piñata for each 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade class to swing at!  In addition, we invite families to bring a potluck dinner item (or dessert).  Every year we are overwhelmed by the variety and deliciousness of the contributions.  Many families choose to bring a Mexican-style item.

If you can help out in any way, please contact Leah.  If you have any questions about the Fiesta, feel free to stop by or email me.