Eyes on Art is pleased to present American artist Romare Bearden, who created works of art “celebrating the black American experience, which he integrated into greater American modernism”.  Bearden is best known for his richly textured collages, and was also prolific in experimenting with all different mediums and styles (http://www.theartstory.org/artist-bearden-romare.htm). 
 
Elissa Strauss and Lori Hecker are excited to take over as the program’s new Directors, along with Co-Chairs Lisa Izes, Stacey Rosenkranz, and Rebecca Rikon.  
 
To volunteer as a classroom presenter and/or for more information about the PTSA's Eyes on Art program, please contact eyesonartirvington@gmail.com.

​The presentations will take place at Dows Lane during November 13th-21st and November 27th-28th, and at the Main Street School on November 30th and from December 4th-8th.
 
We welcome previous and new volunteers.  Through a training session, volunteers will learn about the artist, the elements of art, art project(s), and how to present to the students.  New volunteers will be matched with mentors. All volunteers should attend one of the two training sessions, and a link will be made available for those who cannot attend either.
 
Training sessions:
Choice #1: Monday, October 23rd, 9:30 - 11:00 am, Dows Lane Multipurpose Room
OR
Choice #2: Wednesday, October 25th, 9:30 - 11:00 am, Dows Lane Multipurpose Room
 
Please contact eyesonartirvington@gmail.com to RSVP or for further information.
 
The Neuberger Museum of Art at SUNY Purchase has a Bearden exhibit running from September 10 – December 22nd 
(https://www.neuberger.org/exhibitions/upcoming/view1/388.html?width=660&height=500)

​Help your kids build stamina and safe walking skills, increase focus at school and spend a little extra time with them: Lead a Walking School Bus route! 
 
The PTSA Walking School Bus is back for 9 weeks (weather permitting) for the fall 2017.  If you and your kids are ready to walk to Dows Lane while the weather is good, we are looking for you!  Parent volunteers sponsor a once-weekly (flexible around your schedule) route to school.  Lead weekly walks from your neighborhood.  You'll receive coordination, support, training and gear from the WSB Committee.  Bring your neighbors and meet others along the way.

​Contact Chair, Maura Gedid, at irvingtonsaferoutes@gmail.com.

The PTSA’s New Families Committee would like to welcome new families to Irvington and the Dows Lane Community.
 
Please join us for coffee and conversation with Principal Deb Mariniello and Interim Assistant Principal John Wells on Tuesday, September 26th at 8:00 am in the Dows Lane cafeteria.
 
Younger siblings welcome.  Light refreshments will be served.

Grades ​2 & 3: Thursday, September 28, 7:00 pm

​Help your kids build stamina and safe walking skills, increase focus at school and spend a little extra time with them: Lead a Walking School Bus route! 
 
The PTSA Walking School Bus is back for 9 weeks (weather permitting) for the fall 2017.  If you and your kids are ready to walk to Dows Lane while the weather is good, we are looking for you!  Parent volunteers sponsor a once-weekly (flexible around your schedule) route to school.  Lead weekly walks from your neighborhood.  You'll receive coordination, support, training and gear from the WSB Committee.  Bring your neighbors and meet others along the way.  Contact Chair, Maura Gedid, at irvingtonsaferoutes@gmail.com.

​​K & 1: Tuesday, September 19, 7:00 pm
2 & 3: Thursday, September 28, 7:00 pm

​​Tuesday, September 19th.

​WALKING SCHOOL BUS
Volunteers Needed!

Help your kids build stamina and safe walking skills, increase focus at school and spend a little extra time with them: Lead a Walking School Bus route! 
 
The PTSA Walking School Bus is back for 9 weeks (weather permitting) for the fall 2017.  If you and your kids are ready to walk to Dows Lane while the weather is good, we are looking for you!  Parent volunteers sponsor a once-weekly (flexible around your schedule) route to school.  Lead weekly walks from your neighborhood.  You'll receive coordination, support, training and gear from the WSB Committee.  Bring your neighbors and meet others along the way.  Contact Chair, Maura Gedid, at irvingtonsaferoutes@gmail.com

ATTENTION ALL KINDERGARTEN FAMILIES ---
PLAY DATE IN THE PARK!!
 
Bring your lunch/drink to the park and let’s enjoy the afternoon and get to know each other better.
 
WHEN:  Friday, September 8, 2017 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
WHERE:  Matthiessen Park

Open House is a great way to meet your child's teachers and find out about the upcoming year's curriculum.

K & 1: Tuesday, September 19, 7:00 pm
2 & 3: Thursday, September 28, 7:00 pm