Letters To Santa

I forgot that I had this picture on my camera until I stumbled across it today.  This is when we mailed our letters to Santa Claus at Macy's.  We mail them there because for every letter that is mailed, Macy's donates a dollar to the Make a Wish Foundation.  And because the big red mailbox is adorable.  :)

Carter School Pictures

Here are a few pictures we got from out community service project with the Carter Community School in December.  Between 3rd Bryan and 1st Beall, 26 NCSSM students took stockings to the K-2nd Grade students at the school, and Dr. Jon Miller came to read "How the Grinch Stole Christmas".  The students (older and younger) all had a great time, and I think it was the best the program has gone in the years I have been doing it.  Thanks to all who participated and donated supplies.

Asiafest Reminder and Tickets

Parents,
As many of you know, Asiafest is coming up next weekend.  There will be performances both Friday the 13th and Saturday the 14th at 7pm in the ETC auditorium.  For those who came last year, you know how amazing the performance always it.  For those who haven't had the chance to attend, take my work that it is a must-see.  However, you MUST HAVE TICKETS to attend either of the performances, so please talk with you daughter about how you can get tickets if you plan to be here for the show (or you can email ncssmasianculturesclub@gmail.com for more information).  Hope to see many of you next weekend!

Yeabook Orders!

Just a quick reminder about ordering your 2011-2012 yearbook.  The deadline is not until March, but it never hurts to order early.  They price is $70, and you can find all the information about how and where to order if you go to www.ncssm.edu, click on the calendar tab, and then read the announcement to the right titled Yearbook and Senior Ad Information.  Don't procrastinate, order now!

Semi Pictures

Here are some pictures from the Semi-Formal Dance from the girls on hall.  Everyone looked even more beautiful than normal.

"These are a few of my favorite things"

Just before winter break, I asked all the girls on hall what their favorite thing about winter was.  Here are the responses I got.  Can you guess your daughter's answer before you look (or perhaps guess if they forgot to answer)?
Laura-Snow and drinking hot chocolate
Marcy-Winter break
Jessie-Winter break
Alice-Caroling
McKenzie-Snow, but only the kind that cancels school
Sri-Hot chocolate
Elizabeth T-Hot chocolate
Tina-the warmth
Abby-being able to watch the sunrise every morning right after waking up
Jenna-Snow
Shannon-snow, hot chocolate, Christmas, and candlelight services
Nicole-Thanksgiving and Winter break
Scout-Snow
Tatiana-knowing that there are no bugs out, and knowing that my birthday brings warm weather
Hannah C-Winter Break
Jasmine-Christmas, not because of the presents but to spend time with family playing games and joking around.  Also, wearing cute boots and scarves.
Elizabeth M-Winter break and cooler weather
Connie-enjoying time with friends and family, snow, and the general holiday spirit
Julianna-Winter break
Selina-Snow and winter break
Meaghan-the weather and apple cider
Emma-Snow and warm fireplaces
Hannah M-my birthday and Christmas
Tolu-Christmas because it means presents!

January Calendar

Hey All,
Here is a copy of the calendar for January.