1. Count to five before beginning Good Morning Kemps Landing and Old Donation School Today is Wednesday, October 21, 2015 Back to the Future Day The time is 8:30 Please stand for the pledge Count to five before beginning the pledge

2. I pledge allegiance to the Flag Of the United States of America And to the Republic for which it stands One Nation under God, Indivisible, with Liberty and Justice for all.

3. Pause for 10 seconds The thought for the day We make our world significant by the courage of our questions and the depth of our answers. Diligence shines bright.

5. Here’s the news you need to know: It’s teen reading week! Have you recommended a book for others to read? Please take time to fill out a bookmark and place it in your favorite book so others can know what a great book it is!

6. Middle school Robotics starts on Monday October 26 th ! The Operation Smile Dodge ball team is challenging any interested middle school students to a game of dodge ball this afternoon during intramural time.

7. Any one interested in playing will need to sign up during lunch in the cafeteria today. If you do not sign up, you cannot stay for dodge ball. Please note that Flag football will not be offered this Wednesday.

8. The Middle School Chess Club will meet in room 322 today after school. Bring a snack!

9. Congratulations to the following third and second grade Students who were recognized for the Principle of American Citizenship Responsibility They are walking on sunshine Starting with third grade From Mrs.Morin’s class: Eva Dias From Mrs.Mittl’s class: Molly Hooks From Mr. Clemenz class Andrew Jakubowski McCammon’s class: Cody Goldschmidt From Mrs.Hemphill’s class: Amanda Morris From Ms. Romaine’s class: Blake Powers

10. And now for our Grade Two Citizens From Ambrose’s class: Andrew Sessoms From Mrs. Cohen’s class: Addison Brown From Mrs.Hatzopoulos’ class: Kira Bonfiglio From Mrs.Johnston’s class: Ben Labert From Ms. Scott’s class : Morgan Rion

11. Middle-school yearbook staff don't forget to upload your photos to the yearbook web site by Friday. Questions? Contact Mr. Laney in Room 326

12. 6th grade is closing in on 100%… they’re at 97%. 7th and 8th grade are still behind! Lets go 7 th and 8 th grade Make it happen! Here is The update for the PTA membership is as follows:

13. Third grade has met the 100% mark. Fifth Grade is in third place with 109%. Fourth Grade is in second place with 111%. Second grade is still in the lead with 148%. School wide we are at 98% PTA membership. Can we reach 100%? Keep talking it up!

14. Congratulations to Danilo Duric who has received the PLAZA PRIDE Award for Boys Soccer. We would like to share what was written about him.

15. Danilo Duric is a dedicated student and soccer player. As a student who attends Kemps Landing Magnet School, he travels every day to Plaza Middle School for practice and games. It takes him no time to get warmed up and ready to go. His enthusiasm for the game and team are shown in his speed and technical abilities with the soccer ball.

16. He is an excellent example of someone who shows respect for the game, his two schools, and his teammates. His integrity for high academic achievement is a standard that he possesses daily. He is a student athlete that all coaches desire. Please congratulate Danilo Duric for receiving the Plaza Pride Award. Thank you for all that you have done and continue to do for our team!

17. Make plans to attend the now famous Fall Festival this Saturday, October 24th! The fun begins at 2:00 and lasts until 6! This school community event will offer a lot of activities for grades second through eighth. Plan to attend this important amazing awesome tasty innovative outstanding bodacious day! This will be a great time to have fun with your friends!

18. There is going to be a special parade on Saturday during the Fall Festival. Here is Natalia and Ava Mae to tell you more

19. Spotlight on Disability History and Awareness Month in Virginia. There are 54 million Americans who have disabilities, making people with disabilities the largest minority group in our country. Disability does not discriminate; it occurs in all ethnic groups, age groups, religions and genders.

20. Disability is a natural part of the human experience. A person may be born with a disability, or a person may acquire a disability through an accident, illness, or through the aging process.

21. Only 2 days left to turn in your Box Tops. They are due this Friday. Have you brought your in Box Tops. Wouldn’t it be great if we could top 10,000 box tops from last year? Come on everybody turn them in!

22. So remember everyone there is a PTA membership drive going on? This involves meeting our membership goal and candy.

23. Overall, the school is at 95%. Let’s work together to pull our school up to 100%! Ask your parents to join today!

24. And Remember

25. *No Excuses

26. *Make it Happen

27. *Today is your day to Shine!