Dear Parents,

I want to remind all of our families that the school does have a website at www.stjohnsnapa.org. The website has important information about the school and is a good resource for checking our calendar or parent handbook. Also, there is a picture section that has pictures of various school events. This week, you can go to the website and see pictures from the APT "Get On Track" event from last Friday.

In the past we have had a few school parents and congregational members participate in corporate matching programs, whereby some companies will match donations made by employees to our school. I encourage you to investigate whether your employer has this kind of program. It might be a way to make any donations to our school that much more valuable. We also have a number of "wish list" items for which we would welcome donations.

Thrivent Financial for Lutherans is issuing a challenge: Raise $2 million to assist those who survived the recent Hurricane Charley, and they will add $1 million in additional support. Charley struck Florida on August 13, killing 20 and causing upwards of $14 billion in damage. Millions of homes and churches were damaged or destroyed, lengthy power outages caused food to spoil and become unusable, and many find themselves unemployed after their workplaces closed down following the hurricane. The need is great!

Chapel offerings to date have raised $1,012.90. Contributions through chapel offerings will continue thru November 10th. Thank you for your continued support!

1. Get On Track: Get On Track was a great success and we thank each and every one of you! What a great feeling to be surrounded by such awesome families and friends! Your generosity and support will make such a difference for our school and the adopted non-profit organizations. Your willingness to give strengthened the kids motivation and commitment to run even more laps!

   
   You brought in over $22,000 in pledges! Congratulations!

   A special thank you to the 7th and 8th graders for their awesome chapel "Kick Off" show. Your song and video program was outstanding! Also, we thank our Teachers for the delicious BBQ lunch! It was a great day of celebration, and we all enjoyed it!
   
   With Sincere Appreciation From All of Us on the Get on Track Committee!
   THANK YOU!
2. Poster Sales: The runner poster from Get on Track will continue to be on sale in the school office. For $20 you can support our school and have an inspirational piece of art for your wall!
3. Science Adventures After School Science Club: Last week we started our new after school club at St. John's. This is a science club for students in Kindergarten through 6th grade. The purpose of this club is to have fun learning about science and the scientific method. The fee is $65 for a 4 or 5-week session. The next session will begin on November 17th in Room 8. Fliers are available in the school office. Please call Science Adventures at 1-888-458-1812 for questions and to register your child(ren).
4. APT Meeting: The regularly scheduled meeting for November has been changed to Tuesday, November 16th at 6:30 in room 10. We encourage all parents to attend. This is a way to have your voice heard. Babysitting will be provided in the Preschool room. Please read attached sheet regarding By-Law changes to be voted on at the next APT general meeting.
5. Coffee Time: SJLS parent Jason Hebert will be offering specialty coffees and yummy baked goods at the Eagle Rock Cafe (gym) on Monday, Nov. 1st from 7:30-9:00am. Come enjoy a cuppa joe and support SJLS APT!
6. Church Women United Clothing Center: Church Women United Clothing Center provides free clothing to needy families who have been referred to the Clothing Center by social service agencies, schools, and churches. They are in need of your good used clothing, shoes and linens. Items may be brought to Room 10. Napa County residents may access the Center once every two or three months depending on the volume of clothing available. Please, no furniture, dishes, toys, or other household items. Items most needed are clothes for children & babies, children's school shoes & socks, men's clothing, blankets & linens. There will be a special collection this week will be for coats and sweaters. Please be sure to mark on your box or bag CWU. Thank you for your support!
7. Adult Basketball or Volleyball: Every Tuesday evening from 6pm-7pm we will be getting together to play either basketball or volleyball. All levels are welcome!! Hope to see you there.
8. Oktoberfest, The Great Party: Justin-Siena High School will be hosting their Oktoberfest on Saturday, October 23rd, from 5:30-11:00. There will be a silent and live auction, dinner, dancing. Dress is casual. You can purchase tickets by calling the Oktoberfest Hotline at 255-0950, ext. 606. Bring your friends-This event is going to be fun!
9. Napa Valley Music Associates: Napa Valley Music Associates is currently offering private instruction taught by top professional instructors and has a few spaces open on following instruments at the beginning, intermediate and advance levels (ages 8-Adult). For more information please contact Napa Valley Music Associates at 252-8671.
10. Lost & Found: Parents please go to room 10 and check for lost clothing. It is amazing how full the bins are. All items left unclaimed at our Thanksgiving break will be turned over to charity. Also, please remember to place your child's name on all jackets, sweatshirts, sweaters, etc. If we can locate a name, we will return it to your child.
11. The Scoop From Scrip: The end of October marks the halfway mark for your Scrip commitment. Please contact the school office or Renee Lloyd to see where you currently stand. As of October 18th, APT has earned $4,906.00 from paper scrip purchased thru the school office. Continue to stop by and help support our APT.
12. From the Minister to Youth and Children:
    
    7th and 8th Graders: If you are going with us on the "Youth Quake", don't forget to meet with Steve this Tuesday, October 26th, during your lunchtime. We will meet in Room 10 from 12:30-1:00 pm. Please make every effort to be at this meeting. If you can't make it, please talk to Steve.