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October 2015

Friday, October 30
​​Today for lunch:  Turkey & cheese, baby carrots, sliced apples, sport bites, juice, and milk.
Monday for lunch:  Chicken& Noodles, bread, roasted sweet potatoes, steamed broccoli, pear, and milk.
   
Noon dismissal today!

Don't forget to change your clocks on Saturday!

Parents . . . please take a moment to complete the 2015 parent survey.
 
Want to wish the Red Devils Good Luck in the Post-Season? Click here to find out how...Go Red Devils! 

MHS Madrigal information can be found here.
 
Next public viewing with the Astronomical Association of Southern Illinois (AASI) is scheduled at Riverside Park on November 20th.  There will be 2 or 3 telescopes set up for the public to look through.  You can check their website or the Murphysboro Park District Facebook page.

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​November 10 - Veterans' Day Concert, doors open at 6:00 and begins at 6:30
November 11 - No School in observance of Veterans' Day
November 13 - Progress Reports go home
November 19 - P/T Conferences 4:30-7:30/PTO Meeting 5:30-6:30
November 25-27 - No School in observance of Thanksgiving

Thursday, October 29
​​Today for lunch:  Hamburger w/pickles, waffle fries, cauliflower w/cheese sauce, pears, and milk. 
​Tomorrow for lunch:  Turkey & cheese, baby carrots, sliced apples, sport bites, juice, and milk.
   
Noon dismissal tomorrow! Please make after school arrangements before your child(ren) come(s) to school tomorrow.

Book Fair ends today.

Don't forget to change your clocks on Saturday!

Parents . . . please take a moment to complete the 2015 parent survey.
 
Want to wish the Red Devils Good Luck in the Post-Season? Click here to find out how...Go Red Devils! 

Red Ribbon Week - Students will unite and take a stand against drugs and bullying by wearing items for each themed day.
Friday, October 30th - "Read All About It - We're Too Smart for Drugs"
    Grade Level Themes:
        K-Bedtime Stories
        1-Superheroes
        2-Fairy Tales
        3-Biographies
        4-Science Fiction
        5-Historical

MHS Madrigal information can be found here.
 
Next public viewing with the Astronomical Association of Southern Illinois (AASI) is scheduled at Riverside Park on November 20th.  There will be 2 or 3 telescopes set up for the public to look through.  You can check their website or the Murphysboro Park District Facebook page.

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​October 30 - Noon Dismissal
November 10 - Veterans' Day Concert, doors open at 6:00 and begins at 6:30
November 11 - No School in observance of Veterans' Day
November 13 - Progress Reports go home
November 19 - P/T Conferences 4:30-7:30/PTO Meeting 5:30-6:30
November 25-27 - No School in observance of Thanksgiving

Wednesday, October 28
​​Today for lunch:  Baked zita, roll, salad, green beans, fresh fruit, and milk.
​Tomorrow for lunch:  Hamburger w/pickles, waffle fries, cauliflower w/cheese sauce, pears, and milk. 
  
Parents . . . please take a moment to complete the 2015 parent survey.
 
Book Fair today!  The Book Fair will be open during school hours Tuesday through Thursday.

Noon dismissal on Friday.  

Want to wish the Red Devils Good Luck in the Post-Season? Click here to find out how...Go Red Devils! 

Red Ribbon Week - Students will unite and take a stand against drugs and bullying by wearing items for each themed day.
Thursday, October 29th - "Don't let Drugs Turn You Inside Out" - Wear clothes inside out
Friday, October 30th - "Read All About It - We're Too Smart for Drugs"
    Grade Level Themes:
        K-Bedtime Stories
        1-Superheroes
        2-Fairy Tales
        3-Biographies
        4-Science Fiction
        5-Historical

Daylight Savings Time ends on Sunday, November 1st.  Don't forget to change your clocks.

MHS Madrigal information can be found here.
 
Next public viewing with the Astronomical Association of Southern Illinois (AASI) is scheduled at Riverside Park on November 20th.  There will be 2 or 3 telescopes set up for the public to look through.  You can check their website or the Murphysboro Park District Facebook page.

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​October 30 - Noon Dismissal
November 10 - Veterans' Day Concert, doors open at 6:00 and begins at 6:30
November 11 - No School in observance of Veterans' Day
November 13 - Progress Reports go home
November 19 - P/T Conferences 4:30-7:30/PTO Meeting 5:30-6:30
November 25-27 - No School in observance of Thanksgiving

Tuesday, October 27
​​Today for lunch:  Chicken nuggets, bread, baked beans, honey carrots, pineapple, and milk.
Tomorrow for lunch:  Baked zita, roll, salad, green beans, fresh fruit, and milk.
  
Parents . . . please take a moment to complete the 2015 parent survey.
 
Book Fair today!  The Book Fair will be open during school hours Tuesday through Thursday.

Noon dismissal on Friday.  

Want to wish the Red Devils Good Luck in the Post-Season? Click here to find out how...Go Red Devils! 

Red Ribbon Week - Students will unite and take a stand against drugs and bullying by wearing items for each themed day.
Wednesday, October 28th - Wear your pink or blue Murphy Pride Anti-Bullying t-shirt
Thursday, October 29th - "Don't let Drugs Turn You Inside Out" - Wear clothes inside out
Friday, October 30th - "Read All About It - We're Too Smart for Drugs"
    Grade Level Themes:
        K-Bedtime Stories
        1-Superheroes
        2-Fairy Tales
        3-Biographies
        4-Science Fiction
        5-Historical

Daylight Savings Time ends on Sunday, November 1st.  Don't forget to change your clocks.

MHS Madrigal information can be found here.
 
Next public viewing with the Astronomical Association of Southern Illinois (AASI) is scheduled at Riverside Park on November 20th.  There will be 2 or 3 telescopes set up for the public to look through.  You can check their website or the Murphysboro Park District Facebook page.

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​October 30 - Noon Dismissal
November 10 - Veterans' Day Concert, doors open at 6:00 and begins at 6:30
November 11 - No School in observance of Veterans' Day
November 13 - Progress Reports go home
November 19 - P/T Conferences 4:30-7:30/PTO Meeting 5:30-6:30
November 25-27 - No School in observance of Thanksgiving

Monday, October 26
​​Today for lunch:  Taco w/lettuce/tomato/cheese/salsa, corn, peaches, and milk. 
​Tomorrow for lunch:  Chicken nuggets, bread, baked beans, honey carrots, pineapple, and milk.
 
Parents . . . please take a moment to complete the 2015 parent survey.
 
Book Fair starts today!  The Book Fair will be open tonight from 3:15-6:00 and during school hours Tuesday through Thursday.

Noon dismissal on Friday.  

Want to wish the Red Devils Good Luck in the Post-Season? Click here to find out how...Go Red Devils! 

Red Ribbon Week - Students will unite and take a stand against drugs and bullying by wearing items for each themed day.
Tuesday, October 27th - "Put a Cap on Drugs" - Hat day
Wednesday, October 28th - Wear your pink or blue Murphy Pride Anti-Bullying t-shirt
Thursday, October 29th - "Don't let Drugs Turn You Inside Out" - Wear clothes inside out
Friday, October 30th - "Read All About It - We're Too Smart for Drugs"
    Grade Level Themes:
        K-Bedtime Stories
        1-Superheroes
        2-Fairy Tales
        3-Biographies
        4-Science Fiction
        5-Historical

Daylight Savings Time ends on Sunday, November 1st.  Don't forget to change your clocks.

MHS Madrigal information can be found here.
 
Next public viewing with the Astronomical Association of Southern Illinois (AASI) is scheduled at Riverside Park on November 20th.  There will be 2 or 3 telescopes set up for the public to look through.  You can check their website or the Murphysboro Park District Facebook page.

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​October 30 - Noon Dismissal
November 10 - Veterans' Day Concert, doors open at 6:00 and begins at 6:30
November 11 - No School in observance of Veterans' Day
November 13 - Progress Reports go home
November 19 - P/T Conferences 4:30-7:30/PTO Meeting 5:30-6:30
November 25-27 - No School in observance of Thanksgiving

Friday, October 23
​​Today for lunch:  Corndog, cheesy potatoes, salad, mixed fruit, and milk.
​Monday for lunch:  Taco w/lettuce/cheese/salsa, corn, peaches, and milk.
 
Picture Re-Takes today!  Picture information can be found here or at www.mylifetouch.com - Please use Picture Day ID:JP765203Y1

Report Cards go home today!

Today is the last day to order yearbooks!  Cost is $12.  Checks should be made payable to Balfour.  Parents may also order on line at www.smart-pay.com.  When ordering online, please make sure to select our school and follow the ordering instructions.

Book Fair next week!

Want to wish the Red Devils Good Luck in the Post-Season? Click here to find out how...Go Red Devils! 

Red Ribbon Week - Students will unite and take a stand against drugs and bullying by wearing items for each themed day.
Monday, October 26th - "Turn Your Back on Drugs" - Wear clothes backwards
Tuesday, October 27th - "Put a Cap on Drugs" - Hat day
Wednesday, October 28th - Wear your pink or blue Murphy Pride Anti-Bullying t-shirt
Thursday, October 29th - "Don't let Drugs Turn You Inside Out" - Wear clothes inside out
Friday, October 30th - "Read All About It - We're Too Smart for Drugs"
    Grade Level Themes:
        K-Bedtime Stories
        1-Superheroes
        2-Fairy Tales
        3-Biographies
        4-Science Fiction
        5-Historical
 
Next public viewing with the Astronomical Association of Southern Illinois (AASI) is scheduled at Riverside Park on November 20th.  There will be 2 or 3 telescopes set up for the public to look through.  You can check their website or the Murphysboro Park District Facebook page.

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​October 27-30 - Book Fair
October 30 - Noon Dismissal

Thursday, October 22
​​Today for lunch:  Pizza, steamed broccoli, mixed fruit, graham cracker, and milk.
​Tomorrow for lunch:  Corndog, cheesy potatoes, salad, mixed fruit, and milk.
    
There is a PTO meeting  tonight at 5:30. 

Picture Re-Take Day is tomorrow!  Picture information can be found here or at www.mylifetouch.com - Please use Picture Day ID:JP765203Y1

Report Cards go home tomorrow!

Tomorrow is the last day to order yearbooks!  Cost is $12.  Checks should be made payable to Balfour.  Parents may also order on line at www.smart-pay.com.  When ordering online, please make sure to select our school and follow the ordering instructions.

Wanna wish the Red Devils Good Luck in the Post-Season? Click here to find out how...Go Red Devils! 

Red Ribbon Week - Students will unite and take a stand against drugs and bullying by wearing items for each themed day.
Monday, October 26th - "Turn Your Back on Drugs" - Wear clothes backwards
Tuesday, October 27th - "Put a Cap on Drugs" - Hat day
Wednesday, October 28th - Wear your pink or blue Murphy Pride Anti-Bullying t-shirt
Thursday, October 29th - "Don't let Drugs Turn You Inside Out" - Wear clothes inside out
Friday, October 30th - "Read All About It - We're Too Smart for Drugs"
    Grade Level Themes:
        K-Bedtime Stories
        1-Superheroes
        2-Fairy Tales
        3-Biographies
        4-Science Fiction
        5-Historical
 
Next public viewing with the Astronomical Association of Southern Illinois (AASI) is scheduled at Riverside Park on November 20th.  There will be 2 or 3 telescopes set up for the public to look through.  You can check their website or the Murphysboro Park District Facebook page.

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​October 27-30 - Book Fair
October 30 - Noon Dismissal

Wednesday, October 21
​​Today for lunch:  Salisbury steak w/gravy, bread, mashed potatoes, salad, pears, and milk.
​Tomorrow for lunch:  Pizza, steamed broccoli, mixed fruit, graham cracker, and milk.
    
There is a PTO meeting  tomorrow night at 5:30.  Planning for Santa's workshop will begin that night.  Parent volunteers are what make Santa's workshop a success.  Come
and be a part of it!

Picture Re-Take Day is on Friday!  Picture information can be found here or at www.mylifetouch.com - Please use Picture Day ID:JP765203Y1

Report Cards go home on Friday!

Now is the time to order 2015-2016 Yearbooks!  Cost is $12.  Checks should be made payable to Balfour.  Parents may also order on line at www.smart-pay.com.  When ordering online, please make sure to select our school and follow the ordering instructions.  Orders must be turned in by October 23rd.

PTO needs parent volunteers for the week of October 27th for the Fall Book Fair.  There are morning shifts available from 8:30 to noon and afternoon shifts from 11:30 to 3.  The book fair will also be open on Monday evening from 4-7 pm.  If you are able to volunteer, please call the school at 684-4471.  Your help is greatly appreciated!

Red Ribbon Week - Students will unite and take a stand against drugs and bullying by wearing items for each themed day.
Monday, October 26th - "Turn Your Back on Drugs" - Wear clothes backwards
Tuesday, October 27th - "Put a Cap on Drugs" - Hat day
Wednesday, October 28th - Wear your pink or blue Murphy Pride Anti-Bullying t-shirt
Thursday, October 29th - "Don't let Drugs Turn You Inside Out" - Wear clothes inside out
Friday, October 30th - "Read All About It - We're Too Smart for Drugs"
    Grade Level Themes:
        K-Bedtime Stories
        1-Superheroes
        2-Fairy Tales
        3-Biographies
        4-Science Fiction
        5-Historical
 
Next public viewing with the Astronomical Association of Southern Illinois (AASI) is scheduled at Riverside Park on November 20th.  There will be 2 or 3 telescopes set up for the public to look through.  You can check their website or the Murphysboro Park District Facebook page.

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​October 27-30 - Book Fair
October 30 - Noon Dismissal

Tuesday, October 20
​​Today for lunch:  General tso chicken, rice, eggroll, California blend, fresh fruit, fortune cookie, and milk.  
Tomorrow for lunch: Salisbury steak w/gravy, bread, mashed potatoes, salad, pears, and milk.
   
There is a PTO meeting  on Thursday, October 22nd at 5:30.  Planning for Santa's workshop will begin that night.  Parent volunteers are what make Santa's workshop a success.  Come
and be a part of it!

Picture Re-Take Day is on Friday!  Picture information can be found here or at www.mylifetouch.com - Please use Picture Day ID:JP765203Y1

Report Cards go home on Friday!

Now is the time to order 2015-2016 Yearbooks!  Cost is $12.  Checks should be made payable to Balfour.  Parents may also order on line at www.smart-pay.com.  When ordering online, please make sure to select our school and follow the ordering instructions.  Orders must be turned in by October 23rd.

PTO needs parent volunteers for the week of October 27th for the Fall Book Fair.  There are morning shifts available from 8:30 to noon and afternoon shifts from 11:30 to 3.  The book fair will also be open on Monday evening from 4-7 pm.  If you are able to volunteer, please call the school at 684-4471.  Your help is greatly appreciated!

Red Ribbon Week - Students will unite and take a stand against drugs and bullying by wearing items for each themed day.
Monday, October 26th - "Turn Your Back on Drugs" - Wear clothes backwards
Tuesday, October 27th - "Put a Cap on Drugs" - Hat day
Wednesday, October 28th - Wear your pink or blue Murphy Pride Anti-Bullying t-shirt
Thursday, October 29th - "Don't let Drugs Turn You Inside Out" - Wear clothes inside out
Friday, October 30th - "Read All About It - We're Too Smart for Drugs"
    Grade Level Themes:
        K-Bedtime Stories
        1-Superheroes
        2-Fairy Tales
        3-Biographies
        4-Science Fiction
        5-Historical
 
Next public viewing with the Astronomical Association of Southern Illinois (AASI) is scheduled at Riverside Park on November 20th.  There will be 2 or 3 telescopes set up for the public to look through.  You can check their website or the Murphysboro Park District Facebook page.

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​October 27-30 - Book Fair
October 30 - Noon Dismissal

Monday, October 19
​​Today for lunch:  Cheese quesadilla w/salsa, refried beans, baby carrots, fresh fruit, and milk.
Tomorrow for lunch:  General tso chicken, rice, eggroll, California blend, fresh fruit, fortune cookie, and milk.  
 
There is a PTO meeting  on Thursday, October 22nd at 5:30.  Planning for Santa's workshop will begin that night.  Parent volunteers are what make Santa's workshop a success.  Come
and be a part of it!

Picture Re-Take Day is on Friday!  Picture information can be found here or at www.mylifetouch.com - Please use Picture Day ID:JP765203Y1

Report Cards go home on Friday!

Now is the time to order 2015-2016 Yearbooks!  Cost is $12.  Checks should be made payable to Balfour.  Parents may also order on line at www.smart-pay.com.  When ordering online, please make sure to select our school and follow the ordering instructions.  Orders must be turned in by October 23rd.

PTO needs parent volunteers for the week of October 27th for the Fall Book Fair.  There are morning shifts available from 8:30 to noon and afternoon shifts from 11:30 to 3.  The book fair will also be open on Monday evening from 4-7 pm.  If you are able to volunteer, please call the school at 684-4471.  Your help is greatly appreciated!

Red Ribbon Week - Students will unite and take a stand against drugs and bullying by wearing items for each themed day.
Monday, October 26th - "Turn Your Back on Drugs" - Wear clothes backwards
Tuesday, October 27th - "Put a Cap on Drugs" - Hat day
Wednesday, October 28th - Wear your pink or blue Murphy Pride Anti-Bullying t-shirt
Thursday, October 29th - "Don't let Drugs Turn You Inside Out" - Wear clothes inside out
Friday, October 30th - "Read All About It - We're Too Smart for Drugs"
    Grade Level Themes:
        K-Bedtime Stories
        1-Superheroes
        2-Fairy Tales
        3-Biographies
        4-Science Fiction
        5-Historical
 
Next public viewing with the Astronomical Association of Southern Illinois (AASI) is scheduled at Riverside Park on November 20th.  There will be 2 or 3 telescopes set up for the public to look through.  You can check their website or the Murphysboro Park District Facebook page.

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​October 27-30 - Book Fair
October 30 - Noon Dismissal

Friday, October 16
​​Today for lunch:  Chili mac, garlic bread, salad, mixed fruit, and milk. 
Monday for lunch:  Cheese quesadilla w/salsa, refried beans, baby carrots, fresh fruit, and milk.
 
Order forms and money are due today for the Murphy Pride Anti-Bullying T-shirt. 
  
Please get all Paragon fundraising orders and money turned in ASAP! 

There is a PTO meeting  on Thursday, October 22nd at 5:30.  Planning for Santa's workshop will begin that night.  Parent volunteers are what make Santa's workshop a success.  Come
and be a part of it!

PTO needs parent volunteers for the week of October 27th for the Fall Book Fair.  There are morning shifts available from 8:30 to noon and afternoon shifts from 11:30 to 3.  The book fair will also be open on Monday evening from 4-7 pm.  If you are able to volunteer, please call the school at 684-4471.  Your help is greatly appreciated!

Now is the time to order 2015-2016 Yearbooks!  Cost is $12.  Checks should be made payable to Balfour.  Parents may also order on line at www.smart-pay.com.  When ordering online, please make sure to select our school and follow the ordering instructions.  Orders must be turned in by October 23rd.

Red Ribbon Week - Students will unite and take a stand against drugs and bullying by wearing items for each themed day.
Monday, October 26th - "Turn Your Back on Drugs" - Wear clothes backwards
Tuesday, October 27th - "Put a Cap on Drugs" - Hat day
Wednesday, October 28th - Wear your pink or blue Murphy Pride Anti-Bullying t-shirt
Thursday, October 29th - "Don't let Drugs Turn You Inside Out" - Wear clothes inside out
Friday, October 30th - "Read All About It - We're Too Smart for Drugs"
    Grade Level Themes:
        K-Bedtime Stories
        1-Superheroes
        2-Fairy Tales
        3-Biographies
        4-Science Fiction
        5-Historical
 
Next public viewing with the Astronomical Association of Southern Illinois (AASI) is scheduled at Riverside Park on November 20th.  There will be 2 or 3 telescopes set up for the public to look through.  You can check their website or the Murphysboro Park District Facebook page.

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​October 23 - Report Cards go home/Make - up Pictures
October 27-30 - Book Fair
October 30 - Noon Dismissal

Thursday, October 15
​​Today for lunch:  Popcorn chicken, bread, mashed potatoes w/gravy, corn, fresh fruit, and milk.   
Tomorrow for lunch:  Chili mac, garlic bread, salad, mixed fruit, and milk.
 
Murphy Pride Anti-Bullying T-shirt order forms have gone home with students.  Orders and money are due this Friday.  The cost of the t-shirts are $7.00.  You may print an order form from here.  
  
Please get all Paragon fundraising orders and money turned in ASAP! 

There is a PTO meeting  on Thursday, October 22nd at 5:30.  Planning for Santa's workshop will begin that night.  Parent volunteers are what make Santa's workshop a success.  Come
and be a part of it!

PTO needs parent volunteers for the week of October 27th for the Fall Book Fair.  There are morning shifts available from 8:30 to noon and afternoon shifts from 11:30 to 3.  The book fair will also be open on Monday evening from 4-7 pm.  If you are able to volunteer, please call the school at 684-4471.  Your help is greatly appreciated!

Now is the time to order 2015-2016 Yearbooks!  Cost is $12.  Checks should be made payable to Balfour.  Parents may also order on line at www.smart-pay.com.  When ordering online, please make sure to select our school and follow the ordering instructions.  Orders must be turned in by October 23rd.

Red Ribbon Week - Students will unite and take a stand against drugs and bullying by wearing items for each themed day.
Monday, October 26th - "Turn Your Back on Drugs" - Wear clothes backwards
Tuesday, October 27th - "Put a Cap on Drugs" - Hat day
Wednesday, October 28th - Wear your pink or blue Murphy Pride Anti-Bullying t-shirt
Thursday, October 29th - "Don't let Drugs Turn You Inside Out" - Wear clothes inside out
Friday, October 30th - "Read All About It - We're Too Smart for Drugs"
    Grade Level Themes:
        K-Bedtime Stories
        1-Superheroes
        2-Fairy Tales
        3-Biographies
        4-Science Fiction
        5-Historical
 
Next public viewing with the Astronomical Association of Southern Illinois (AASI) is scheduled at Riverside Park on November 20th.  There will be 2 or 3 telescopes set up for the public to look through.  You can check their website or the Murphysboro Park District Facebook page.

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​October 16 - End of 1st Quarter
October 23 - Report Cards go home/Make - up Pictures
October 27-30 - Book Fair
October 30 - Noon Dismissal

Wednesday, October 14
​​Today for lunch:  Cheese ravioli w/sauce, roll, salad, applesauce, and milk.
Tomorrow for lunch:   Popcorn chicken, bread, mashed potatoes w/gravy, corn, fresh fruit, and milk.   

Murphy Pride Anti-Bullying T-shirt order forms have gone home with students.  Orders and money are due this Friday.  The cost of the t-shirts are $7.00.  You may print an order form from here.  
  
Please get all Paragon fundraising orders and money turned in ASAP! 

There is a PTO meeting  on Thursday, October 22nd at 5:30.  Planning for Santa's workshop will begin that night.  Parent volunteers are what make Santa's workshop a success.  Come
and be a part of it!

PTO needs parent volunteers for the week of October 27th for the Fall Book Fair.  There are morning shifts available from 8:30 to noon and afternoon shifts from 11:30 to 3.  The book fair will also be open on Monday evening from 4-7 pm.  If you are able to volunteer, please call the school at 684-4471.  Your help is greatly appreciated!

Now is the time to order 2015-2016 Yearbooks!  Cost is $12.  Checks should be made payable to Balfour.  Parents may also order on line at www.smart-pay.com.  When ordering online, please make sure to select our school and follow the ordering instructions.  Orders must be turned in by October 23rd.

Red Ribbon Week - Students will unite and take a stand against drugs and bullying by wearing items for each themed day.
Monday, October 26th - "Turn Your Back on Drugs" - Wear clothes backwards
Tuesday, October 27th - "Put a Cap on Drugs" - Hat day
Wednesday, October 28th - Wear your pink or blue Murphy Pride Anti-Bullying t-shirt
Thursday, October 29th - "Don't let Drugs Turn You Inside Out" - Wear clothes inside out
Friday, October 30th - "Read All About It - We're Too Smart for Drugs"
    Grade Level Themes:
        K-Bedtime Stories
        1-Superheroes
        2-Fairy Tales
        3-Biographies
        4-Science Fiction
        5-Historical
 
Next public viewing with the Astronomical Association of Southern Illinois (AASI) is scheduled at Riverside Park on November 20th.  There will be 2 or 3 telescopes set up for the public to look through.  You can check their website or the Murphysboro Park District Facebook page.

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​October 16 - End of 1st Quarter
October 23 - Report Cards go home/Make - up Pictures
October 27-30 - Book Fair
October 30 - Noon Dismissal

Tuesday, October 12
​​Today for lunch:  New Orleans chicken, rice, oriental veggies, peaches, fortune cookie, and milk.
Tomorrow for lunch:  Cheese ravioli w/sauce, salad, applesauce, roll, and milk.  

Murphy Pride Anti-Bullying T-shirt order forms have gone home with students.  Orders and money are due this Friday.  The cost of the t-shirts are $7.00.  You may print an order form from here.  
  
Order forms and money for the Paragon Fundraiser are due today. 

Mandated grade level Vision and Hearing screenings will begin within the next 2 weeks.
 
There is a PTO meeting  on Thursday, October 22nd at 5:30.  Planning for Santa's workshop will begin that night.  Parent volunteers are what make Santa's workshop a success.  Come
and be a part of it!

PTO needs parent volunteers for the week of October 27th for the Fall Book Fair.  There are morning shifts available from 8:30 to noon and afternoon shifts from 11:30 to 3.  The book fair will also be open on Monday evening from 4-7 pm.  If you are able to volunteer, please call the school at 684-4471.  Your help is greatly appreciated!

Now is the time to order 2015-2016 Yearbooks!  Cost is $12.  Checks should be made payable to Balfour.  Parents may also order on line at www.smart-pay.com.  When ordering online, please make sure to select our school and follow the ordering instructions.  Orders must be turned in by October 23rd.

Red Ribbon Week - Students will unite and take a stand against drugs and bullying by wearing items for each themed day.
Monday, October 26th - "Turn Your Back on Drugs" - Wear clothes backwards
Tuesday, October 27th - "Put a Cap on Drugs" - Hat day
Wednesday, October 28th - Wear your pink or blue Murphy Pride Anti-Bullying t-shirt
Thursday, October 29th - "Don't let Drugs Turn You Inside Out" - Wear clothes inside out
Friday, October 30th - "Read All About It - We're Too Smart for Drugs"
    Grade Level Themes:
        K-Bedtime Stories
        1-Superheroes
        2-Fairy Tales
        3-Biographies
        4-Science Fiction
        5-Historical
 
Next public viewing with the Astronomical Association of Southern Illinois (AASI) is scheduled at Riverside Park on November 20th.  There will be 2 or 3 telescopes set up for the public to look through.  You can check their website or the Murphysboro Park District Facebook page.

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​October 16 - End of 1st Quarter
October 23 - Report Cards go home/Make - up Pictures
October 27-30 - Book Fair
October 30 - Noon Dismissal

Thursday, October 8
​​Today for lunch:  Sliced turkey, mashed potato w/gravy, broccoli casserole, pears, roll, and milk.
Tuesday for lunch:   New Orleans chicken, rice, oriental veggies, peaches, fortune cookie, and milk.
   
No School Friday!  No School Monday!  Have a great 4 day weekend!

There has been an extension to the fundraiser turn it date.  Order forms and money for the Paragon Fundraiser should now be turned in no later than October 13th.

Mandated grade level Vision and Hearing screenings will begin within the next 2 weeks.
 
There is a PTO meeting  on Thursday October 22nd at 5:30.  Planning for Santa's workshop will begin that night.  Parent volunteers are what make Santa's workshop a success.  Come
and be a part of it!

PTO needs parent volunteers for the week of October 27th for the Fall Book Fair.  There are morning shifts available from 8:30 to noon and afternoon shifts from 11:30 to 3.  The book fair will also be open on Monday evening from 4-7 pm.  If you are able to volunteer, please call the school at 684-4471.  Your help is greatly appreciated!

Now is the time to order 2015-2016 Yearbooks!  Cost is $12.  Checks should be made payable to Balfour.  Parents may also order on line at www.smart-pay.com.  When ordering online, please make sure to select our school and follow the ordering instructions.  Orders must be turned in by October 23rd.
 
Next public viewing with the Astronomical Association of Southern Illinois (AASI) is scheduled at Riverside Park on November 20th.  There will be 2 or 3 telescopes set up for the public to look through.  You can check their website or the Murphysboro Park District Facebook page.

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​October 9 - No School - Teacher Institute
October 12 - No School - Columbus Day
October 16 - End of 1st Quarter
October 23 - Report Cards go home/Make - up Pictures
October 27-30 - Book Fair
October 30 - Noon Dismissal

Wednesday, October 7
​​Today for lunch:  Spaghetti w/meat sauce, salad, applesauce, roll, and milk.
Tomorrow for lunch:  Sliced turkey, mashed potato w/gravy, broccoli casserole, pears, roll, and milk.
  
No School Friday!  No School Monday!  Have a great 4 day weekend!

There has been an extension to the fundraiser turn it date.  Order forms and money for the Paragon Fundraiser should now be turned in no later than October 13th.

Mandated grade level Vision and Hearing screenings will begin within the next 2 weeks. 

Now is the time to order 2015-2016 Yearbooks!  Cost is $12.  Checks should be made payable to Balfour.  Parents may also order on line at www.smart-pay.com.  When ordering online, please make sure to select our school and follow the ordering instructions.  Orders must be turned in by October 23rd.
 
Next public viewing with the Astronomical Association of Southern Illinois (AASI) is scheduled at Riverside Park on November 20th.  There will be 2 or 3 telescopes set up for the public to look through.  You can check their website or the Murphysboro Park District Facebook page.

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​October 9 - No School - Teacher Institute
October 12 - No School - Columbus Day
October 16 - End of 1st Quarter
October 23 - Report Cards go home/Make - up Pictures
October 27-30 - Book Fair
October 30 - Noon Dismissal

Tuesday, October 6
​​Today for lunch:  Nachos w/salsa, corn, baby carrots, fresh fruit, and milk.
Tomorrow for lunch:  Spaghetti w/meat sauce, salad, applesauce, roll, and milk.
 
No School Friday!  No School Monday!  Have a great 4 day weekend!

Order forms and money for the Paragon Fundraiser should be turned in by Wednesday.

Mandated grade level Vision and Hearing screenings will begin within the next 2 weeks. 

Now is the time to order 2015-2016 Yearbooks!  Cost is $12.  Checks should be made payable to Balfour.  Parents may also order on line at www.smart-pay.com.  When ordering online, please make sure to select our school and follow the ordering instructions.  Orders must be turned in by October 23rd.
 
Next public viewing with the Astronomical Association of Southern Illinois (AASI) is scheduled at Riverside Park on November 20th.  There will be 2 or 3 telescopes set up for the public to look through.  You can check their website or the Murphysboro Park District Facebook page.

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​October 9 - No School - Teacher Institute
October 12 - No School - Columbus Day
October 16 - End of 1st Quarter
October 23 - Report Cards go home/Make - up Pictures
October 27-30 - Book Fair
October 30 - Noon Dismissal
Monday, October 5
Today for lunch:  Chicken nuggets, bread, baked beans, broccoli salad, mixed fruit, and milk.   
Tomorrow for lunch:   Nachos w/salsa, corn, baby carrots, fresh fruit, and milk.

The International Space Station will be visible for 6 minutes this evening beginning at 7:04.  It will look like a very bright star (no flashing lights on it like planes) moving quickly across the sky, pretty high over head (78 degrees above the horizon), from the SW to the NE.  There are 6 astronauts on the International Space Station.
Time: Mon Oct 05 7:04 PM, Visible: 6 min, Max Height: 78 degrees, Appears: SW, Disappears: NE
Here are a few links to sites that you may find interesting.
Salad Bar starts tomorrow!

No School Friday!  No School Monday!  Have a great 4 day weekend.

Order forms and money for the Paragon Fundraiser should be turned in by Wednesday. 

Now is the time to order 2015-2016 Yearbooks!  Cost is $12.  Checks should be made payable to Balfour.  Parents may also order on line at www.smart-pay.com.  When ordering online, please make sure to select our school and follow the ordering instructions.  Orders must be turned in by October 23rd.

October 9 - No School - Teacher Institute
October 12 - No School - Columbus Day
October 16 - End of 1st Quarter
October 23 - Report Cards go home/Make - up Pictures
October 27-30 - Book Fair
October 30 - Noon Dismissal

Friday, October 2
Today for lunch:  Corndog, cheesy potatoes, salad, mixed fruit, and milk.  
Monday for lunch:  Chicken nuggets, bread, baked beans, broccoli salad, mixed fruit, and milk.   

Congratulations to Kearston Svanda!  She is the winner of the Box Top drawing and will receive passes to Bandy's pumpkin patch and a fall themed basket.

Our school wide fundraiser has officially begun!  Order forms and money need to be turned in by October 7th.  Items sold will be delivered 3-4 weeks after the order form turn in date.  Students will receive a Minion Collectible for each three items sold.  Top Seller receives $100.

Yard sale (8:00am-12:00pm) and Movie Night (6:30pm-9:00pm) on Saturday at MYRC.

Now is the time to order 2015-2016 Yearbooks!  Cost is $12.  Checks should be made payable to Balfour.  Parents may also order on line at www.smart-pay.com.  When ordering online, please make sure to select our school and follow the ordering instructions.  Orders must be turned in by October 23rd.

October 9 - No School - Teacher Institute
October 12 - No School - Columbus Day
October 16 - End of 1st Quarter
October 23 - Report Cards go home/Make - up Pictures
October 27-30 - Book Fair
October 30 - Noon Dismissal

Thursday, October 1
​​​​​​​​​​Today for lunch:  Hamburger w/pickles, waffle fries, broccoli w/cheese sauce, pears, and milk.
Tomorrow for lunch:  Corndog, cheesy potatoes, salad, mixed fruit, and milk. 

Today is the last day to turn in dental forms.

Box Top drawing tomorrow.  The winner will receive passes to Bandy's pumpkin patch and a fall themed basket.

Our school wide fundraiser has officially begun!  Order forms and money need to be turned in by October 7th.  Items sold will be delivered 3-4 weeks after the order form turn in date.  Students will receive a Minion Collectible for each three items sold.  Top Seller receives $100.

MYRC will have a yard sale on October 3rd from 8:00am-12:00pm.  Booth rental is available for $20.  There is also a FREE Movie Night on October 3rd from 6:30-9:00pm (rain or shine) at the MYRC.  Bring your chairs!

Now is the time to order 2015-2016 Yearbooks!  Cost is $12.  Checks should be made payable to Balfour.  Parents may also order on line at www.smart-pay.com.  When ordering online, please make sure to select our school and follow the ordering instructions.  Orders must be turned in by October 23rd.

October 9 - No School - Teacher Institute
October 12 - No School - Columbus Day
October 16 - End of 1st Quarter
October 23 - Report Cards go home/Make - up Pictures
October 27-30 - Book Fair
October 30 - Noon Dismissal

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