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The Lion's Roar Alpha Omega Academy May 2013

Caroline’s Corner PTF President

Happy May! Less than a month left of the school year, yet there is still so much to do! Science fair is wrapping up this week, PTF hosted an internet safety course on Tuesday night, Airing of the Quilts & the Sam Houston Folk Festival are both going on this weekend in town; on May 11th the HEARTS Veteran's Museum is opening their Vietnam Walkway; book reports and other end of the year projects will be due soon. PTF is also extra busy this month. Thanks to those who participated in Restaurant Nights this year, we have about $3000 to give back to the teachers for Teacher Grants! At our next board meeting, PTF will review all the teacher grant applications. Last year all of the teacher grants were filled, and I hope we can fill every request again. I am asking for your prayers -please pray that we divide this money wisely and the teachers receive what they need to teach our children. Thank you & enjoy your 3-day weekend! In His Name, Caroline Oleinik

Meet your PTF Board 2012-2013 PTF Executive Board Members

President: Caroline Oleinik Treasurer: Nora Cabler Hospitality VP: Celeste Harris Fundraising VP: Amber Van Roekel Programs VP: Kathy Davis Membership: Brook Speer Teacher Appreciation: Amy McCormick Secretary: Melanie Brega Teacher Liaison: Joann Walker Board Liaison: Kristen Hester Headmaster: Paul Davidhizar Angel Tree Coordinator: Beth Williams Lunch Duty Coordinator: Rhonda Lynch

Hungry Lions’ Cookbook A Collection of AOA Family Favorites Need  a  gift  for  Mother’s Day? The Hungry  Lions’  Cookbook features over 230 favorite recipes from our students, families, and staff! Cookbooks are $15 each and are available in the front office. Cookbooks make great gifts for friends and family!

Thank You! Thank you to all of our parents and families that have volunteered their time this school year.

We truly appreciate all you do for our school. We are so blessed to have such wonderful families here at AOA. Even though we cannot mention you all by name, please know that you are important and we are very grateful for your time.

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Summer Fun Activities Splash Pad – Cost: Free Open 9am to 8pm, adjacent to Aquatic Center. Aquatic Center – Family Summer Passes are available. Day passes are also available for $4 (ages 12 and up) and $2.50 (ages 3-11). Kids age 2 and under are free. Spend the day at Huntsville State Park Hike, bike, fish, canoe, camp… Vacation Bible School – Check out the various churches in Huntsville for more information. HEAP (Huntsville Enrichment Activities Program) 936-661-5551 Library – Texas Reading Club Participate in the 8 week summer reading program. For more information contact Huntsville Public Library (936) 291-5472

The Wynne Home Arts Center has classes over the summer. Classes include dance, music, bird watching, clay, and more. (936) 291-5424 Rainbow Roller Rink in Conroe Ice Skating – Spirit Ice Arena in College Station A Few Day Trips: Galveston Beach Schlitterbahn Moody Gardens Kemah Downtown Aquarium Houston  Children’s  Museum Woodlands  Children’s  Museum A Few Weekend Trips: Enjoy Sea World in San Antonio Visit Six Flags in San Antonio Play at Legoland in Dallas Tube down the Guadalupe River

Teacher Appreciation Teacher Appreciation Week is May 6th through May 10th. Teachers play a key role in the life of our children. They spend hours each day teaching, caring, and loving our children. Take a moment during  this  week  to  tell  your  child’s  teacher  “Thank  You”.    A simple thank you card or special hug, a homemade treat, or small gift can really make a teacher smile and feel appreciated. Not sure what makes your teacher smile? Stop by the front office and take a look at the Teacher Appreciation Notebook. At the request of the PTF, the teachers have  filled  out  “Favorite  Things”  forms.    

Lunch Duty Volunteers Thank you to all of the parents/grandparents that have volunteered for AOA Lunchroom Duty this school year! Working Lunchroom Duty is a great way to volunteer at Alpha Omega, it helps to make lunch go smoothly for all the students and they all love to see your smiling faces! Rhonda Lynch, our Lunch Duty Coordinator, will start working on the next school year's schedule in July. Contact Rhonda at aoalunchduty@yahoo.com if you would like to volunteer again next school year!

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Teacher Appreciation Volunteers Needed

Amy McCormick, PTF Teacher Appreciation Coordinator, is organizing events for Teacher Appreciation week to thank our fantastic teachers and staff. If you would like to volunteer to bring food or serve lunch duty please contact Amy at amy@pictureperfectimages.net

Tuesday, May 7th – Coffee Bar Wednesday, May 8th – Soup and Salad Luncheon

Thursday, May 9th – Fruit and Cheese Platters Friday, May 10th – Dessert Bar

Next Restaurant Night Tuesday, May 7th, ALL DAY On Tuesday, May 7th Grand Buffet will donate a portion of their sales back to AOA. Enjoy a night out with your friends and family as you support AOA.

Mark your Calendar: May 3rd – School Holiday May 9th – High School Sports Banquet May 14th – Junior High School Sports Banquet May 23rd – Free Dress Day for Second Semester

Lunch Duty Volunteers May 25th – High School Graduation, 2:00pm, UHBC May 30th – Kindergarten Graduation, 6:00pm, AOA May 31st – Last Day - Early Dismissal, 11:00am

Get Connected… Like Alpha Omega Academy on Facebook! Follow Leo the Lion on Twitter @LeotheAOALion

AOA Business Directory Go to the Blue and Gold Pages BEFORE the Yellow Pages!

Families, the next time you are looking for a store or service, be sure and check the AOA business directory BEFORE the yellow pages! Visit www.alphaomegaacademy.org and click on Current Families, then select Business Directory. If you would like your business included in the 'Blue and Gold Pages,' submit the online form found at www.alphaomegaacademy.org > Current Families > PTF Information > School Families Business Directory. There is no charge to be listed in the directory.

Restaurant Nights Thank you to McKenzie’s  Barbeque for donating to AOA in April!

Thank you to all of our families who support our local restaurants as they support AOA. As of April 30th, we have received $3,272.51. This money will be used to fulfill teacher grants, purchasing supplemental educational supplies or equipment that will assist teachers in their classrooms.

A Prayer for the Graduate As you start your new journey, May the Lord lead the way Upholding, sustaining With each passing day. While you walk this new road, May God be your guide As you follow His path And with Him abide.

“Your  word  is a lamp to my feet And  a  light  to  my  path.”   Psalm 119:105