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Costumes are allowed on Tuesday, October 31st, but they should follow these guidelines:

• Be appropriate for school
• Follow the dress code
• No crowns
• No look-a-like weapons
• No face paint
• No masks
• No hoods
• No spikes or anything that may harm someone
• No large costumes that may interrupt the learning of someone else

If you have any questions about your costume, please see the Deans before the end of the day Monday.

World War I – known at the time as “The Great War” – officially ended when the Treaty of Versailles was signed on June 28, 1919, in the Palace of Versailles outside the town of Versailles, France. However, fighting ceased seven months earlier when an armistice, or temporary cessation of hostilities, between the Allied nations and Germany went into effect on the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month. For that reason, November 11, 1918, is generally regarded as the end of “the war to end all wars.”

Veterans Day continues to be observed on November 11, regardless of what day of the week on which it falls. The restoration of the observance of Veterans Day to November 11 not only preserves the historical significance of the date, but helps focus attention on the important purpose of Veterans Day: A celebration to honor America’s veterans for their patriotism, love of country, and willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good.

https://department.va.gov/veterans-day/history-of-veterans-day/

Folds of Honor Student Organization is selling T-shirts to raise money to support families of fallen and disabled military and first responders. Friday, November 10th is Folds of Honor Friday. Wear Folds of Honor gear or RED to Remember Everyone Deployed.

For more information, contact mhaworth@leyden212.org.

The Orchesis Dance Troupe is auditioning for their annual spring showcase! If you like to dance and perform, this is a great opportunity to make new friends, learn new styles of dance, and get on stage!

What to know about auditions:

• Students will learn a choreography on Monday, 11/13, and perform it in small groups on Wednesday, 11/15.
• Students will also be expected to have a short routine (15-30 seconds) ready to perform on Wednesday in a dance style of their choosing.
• Students should wear clothing that is easy to move in (no jeans) & sneakers with socks (no sandals, crocs, or boots). Long hair should be tied back.

To find out more, email Ms. Longstreth at LLongstreth@student.leyden212.org.

Follow us on Insta: @LeydenOrchesis212

Website: https://www.leyden212.org/activities-arts/fine-arts/orchesis

Want to see what clubs West Leyden has, who the club sponsors are, and when the clubs meet? Check out the Student Activities webpage! You can get there from the Leyden website > Activities and Arts > Clubs - West. You can search clubs alphabetically by name or categorically by type. Get involved!

We Are... Awards nominees can qualify to receive Javaccino (students) / Gold and Bold Café (staff members) gift cards. In addition, students may be recognized at Student of the Month breakfasts and staff members may be recognized at staff meetings.

To nominate a student or staff member, you need to fill out this We Are... Awards Google Form.