PQ Tuesday Newsday
November 12, 2025
Conferences will be held on Thurday, November 20th 1:00-8:00
There is NO SCHOOL for students on this day.
The link for signing up for conferences is below. SignUps are open from 8:00am Nov. 10th through 12:00pm November 17th.
PQ is proud to celebrate their Cultural Celebration Week next week! We'll have assemblies, Spirit Week, and other activities to showcase our many cultures at PQ. Please check out the flyer below.
Our Veteran's Day Assembly was a wonderful tribute to our heros! We had so many people who helped to make this event a success. A special thank you to all Veterans, John Crawford, PQ PTO, Croton Falls Fire Department, Westchester Cty Police Honor Guard, No.Salem Police Dept., 2nd Grade Girl Scouts, United For The Troops, the MSHS Band, director Steve Austin, speakers Steve Elliot and Mike Castelli, and PQ's Custodians, Administrators, Teachers, and Staff. What a wonderful community!
5th Grade was visted by J.R. Spencer. He is a member of the Nespurse (or Nez Perce)Tribe. This tribe is from the Pacific Northwest. They are known throughout histrory for their Appaloosa horses, skills at riding horses, and being a peaceful nation. 5th grade is currently reading "Thunder Rolling in the Mountains" by Scott O'Dell. J.R. Spencer was able to connect what students have learned from the book to the real-life life stories of the Nespurse tribe. J.R. shared traditional folklore and music and was able to verify stories that are shared in the book.
4th grade band rehearsals will be starting up this month. Please click on the links below for more information. Depending on whether your student is signed up for morning or afternoon sessions, the following are the dates for the first few sessions:
Wednesday Mornings 8:00- 8:50 AM : November 26, December 3, December 10
Thursday Afternoons 3:30 - 4:15 PM : November 13, December 4, December 11
The fall topic for Genius Hour is Stop Motion. All students in grades three through five were able to sign up during their library block to learn about stop motion animation techniques. Students in grades 4 and 5 who attend day one and two of their assigned Genius Hour time are able to sign up for bootcamp. Bootcamp involves creating a storyboard and learning advanced techniques using the Stop Motion Studio App to complete a longer movie.
Students in Mr. Tavino's class spent time with their Kindergarten Buddies from Mrs. Ulrich's class last week! The teams followed an algorithm to create creepy carrots together. This project used fine motor skills, creativity, and collaboration.
All Grades
This year, all children in the school receive meals at no charge regardless of household income. However, families are strongly encouraged to complete and submit the Free and Reduced-Price application as this form is used to determine eligibility benefits for State and federal funding/programs. Please read the letter linked below for more information.
Parent Letter (English version, Spanish Version)
Free and Reduced Application (English version, Spanish Version)
Fall Book Fair
Follow the Yellow Brick Road and volunteer at the PQ FALL BOOK FAIR!
Help our students discover the courage, heart, and brains to love reading.
Roles Needed:
- Emerald City decorators (set up & decorate)
- Munchkin helpers (assist students while shopping)
- Glinda’s crew (cashiers & checkout helpers)
- Alphabeta Team (breakdown and bustout)
Dates: Nov 14 Setup, BF Nov 17-20
Location: PQ Multipurpose Room
Click Your Heels and Sign Up Here: https://tinyurl.com/4882cnka
Because, after all… there’s no place like the Book Fair!
Box Tops for Education
Have 30 seconds? Download the Box Tops 4 Education app and start earning money for PQ today! No scissors required— just scan your receipts or connect to your Walmart account! All Box Tops proceeds will go to the PQ PTO.”
https://www.boxtops4education.com/s/sfsites/c/cms/delivery/media/MCXBZ2UPTCOFF73CJNH5OCKLTGIA
Please take a moment to see our newest information sheet below. It is about how to recognize and treat symptoms of the flu and of coxsackie. Linked below is a summary of other processes and procedures. Please take the time to read through these. If you have any questions please don't hesitate to reach out to us.
Danielle Zaetz, R.N.
Chrysta Gomes, R.N.
914-669-5414 x3043
North Salem "GOAT" Fundraiser
The North Salem Youth Basketball League has launched a fundraiser featuring North Salem GOAT athletic gear! All proceeds will be donated to support the district’s goal of building a high ropes course at PQ. This will be an exciting addition that will benefit students and the entire North Salem community.
Take advantage of this great opportunity to show your school spirit and support a meaningful cause.
MSHS Presents "Alice in Wonderland" !
This show is happening on:
Thu. Nov 13th 2025, 7:00 pm
Fri. Nov 14th 2025, 7:00 pm
Sat. Nov 15th 2025, 2:00 pm
Please click here for more information and tickets!
November 18-21: PQ Book Fair
November 20: No SCHOOL / Parent-Teacher Conferences
November 26: Early Dismissal 12:00pm
November 27-28: No School - Happy Thanksgiving!
December 8-10: Kindergarten Registration
December 16: Grade 5 Band and Grade 4 Concert 6:00pm
December 24-Jan 2: No School
No.Salem Lions Club Thanksgiving Assistance
If you or someone you know in town or the North Salem School District needs assistance, please contact the North Salem Lions Club at (914) 384-5346.
3rd and 4th Grade Girls Basketball
Please see the attached flyer for information on the 3rd anf 4th grade Girls Basketball Team.
Register at: https://www.nsybasketball.com/
Elfie Woo is the 2nd release from Jen Upchurch
Elfie Woo is the 2nd release from Jen Upchurch in her Heart Fam Fam children’s book series. Elfie Woo is an elf from the Heart Fam Fam world that works for Santa, bringing love to each child via an extra special wish over each toy she creates.
Elfie Woo will make a great holiday gift, something you can revisit any time of year.
Click the link to Kickstarter to find out more.
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/jenupchurch-pptcc/heart-fam-fam-and-jen-upchurch-arts-presents
Run of the Mills
The No. Salem Lions 2nd Annual Run of the Mills, Jingle Jangle 5K!
Saturday, December 6th @ 8:30 AM
1 Titicus River Road
$15 early registration
Register NOW : https://forms.gle/tWsstsRRRU8cmZ6s9
Girls Lacrosse Clinic
North Salem Lacrosse is holding an 8 week Clinic for girls in K-6th grades starting December 3rd.
NS Youth Basketball
Registration for North Salem's youth basketball is ongoing through the end of November!
Register Here: https://nsybasketball.sportngin.com/register/form/944601268
Collection for United for the Troops
United For the Troops is looking for donations. Please click on the link below for information. There is a bin in the main hallway at PQ if your student would like to bring something in.
Little Lights Theater Co.
Please click below for information on signing your child up for the Little Lights Theater Co. events.
NS Recreation - Musical Theatre Day
The link below provides some information about NS Rec's Musical Theatre Day for Grade 2-5.
About Us
Website: www.northsalemschools.org
Location: 173 June Road, North Salem, N.Y., USA
Phone: 914-669-5317
Twitter: @pq_elementary