The Muraski Tribune: Issue 9

Dear Parents and Guardians,

As the holiday season approaches, we find ourselves swept up in a whirlwind of twinkling lights, festive music, and the unmistakable scent of cinnamon and pine. It's that magical time of year when our to-do lists seem to grow longer by the minute, and our calendars fill up faster than we can say "holiday cheer!"

But amidst the chaos of shopping, decorating, and planning family gatherings, let's take a moment to embrace the beautiful madness that comes with this season. The hustle and bustle we experience is, after all, a testament to the joy and love we share with our families, friends, and communities.

This year, we invite you to find delight in the little moments:

• The laughter of children as they decorate cookies (and themselves) with colorful frosting
• The warmth of a cup of hot cocoa after a chilly afternoon of holiday shopping
• The satisfaction of finding that perfect gift for a loved one
• The comfort of familiar holiday traditions, old and new

Remember, it's not about creating the perfect holiday – it's about creating memories. So, let's embrace the chaos, savor the moments of peace when we find them, and most importantly, enjoy this special time with our loved ones.

As we navigate this busy season together, our school community is here to support you. We have some exciting holiday activities planned for our students, which we'll share in the following sections of this newsletter.

Here's to a joyful, slightly chaotic, but ultimately heartwarming holiday season!

Warm wishes,

Mike Griffen & Monica Cooney

Attention local 4th, 5th and 6th graders! You’re invited to discover Polaris and explore careers through their 2nd Annual Explorer Club. This after-school adventure features fun, hands-on classes taught by their very own instructors.

The next session will take place on December 3-4 and 10-11 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. The program fee is $60, which includes two classes and all class materials. There is also an optional early drop-off at 4:00 p.m. each day featuring BONUS career exploration activities.

Classes promise to fill up quickly so interested students and families are encouraged to enroll as soon as possible at www.polaris.edu/explorerclub.

The Explorer Club class lineup includes the following exciting options: Anatomy Academy; CAD Creators: 3D-Printing & Design; Design & Press: Custom T-Shirts; Drone Masters; Glamour Me; Pencils to Pixels; Rescue 911; Sweet Holiday Kitchen; The Art of Cooking; Tool Time and Virtual Reality Winter Wonderland.

Registration and class descriptions are available at www.polaris.edu/explorerclub. Some sessions are ACE funding eligible. For additional details, call the event information line at 440.891.7666 or email DKarberg@polaris.edu

Email: mgriffen@scsmustangs.org
Website: https://muraski.strongnet.org/
Location: Muraski Elementary School, Royalton Road, Strongsville, OH, USA
Phone: 440-572-7160
Twitter: @MuraskiPrin