This fundraiser is being organized by the School Council in support of the robotics program at Clairlea. This year, the program is being offered to grades 7 and 8, but with additional funds raised by Clairlea, it can be offered to younger grades too. The robotics program is known to increase literacy skills and build student confidence. It consists of classroom kits offered by Vex Robotics, which can be assembled by the students as part of the learning program.
Dance-a-thon pledge forms have already gone home; you can also donate online (Nov 18; Clairlea). Donations over $25 are eligible for a tax receipt, and Superintendent Dickinson has offered to match donations dollar for dollar.
Morning kindergarten, grades 1 and 2 will dance before morning recess; grades 3, 4 and 5 before lunch. After lunch we have afternoon kindergarten followed by grades 6, 7 and 8. There will be a videotron in the gym that will play videos; for the younger grades, the videos will have instructions so they'll learn some great dance moves. Parent volunteers will help to supervise.
The enthusiasm is exciting -we hope everyone will have fun. Don't forget your dancing shoes!
