Hello Morgan Family!

As the school counselor, it is my job and my personal goal to make sure our children have a safe and happy school experience.  Please call me if your child is having any problems adjusting to school or if I can be of any help to you as you support your child at home. 

I have been visiting the classrooms to conduct guidance lessons.  Some of our lesson topics might include:  study skills, character traits, social skills, test-taking skills, and career exploration.  These visits are my favorite part of my job because I get to know your children and see them in their interactions with others.

This year we will let our families know of local organizations that are available for assistance at Thanksgiving and Christmas for food baskets and toys.  There will be an updated list on this school notes page and also at the front desk in the office.  If you have any questions about these organizations, please call me.  We will not be matching families with Santa's elves this year, but we want to let you know where you can get help if you need it.

Christmas Assistance 2009

(More will be added as the information becomes available)

Rowan Baptist Association Christmas Store – Application available at Morgan

            Dates:  Application deadline:  Friday, November 6, 2009 – application must be at the association office before 3:00 on November 6^th:

                           Rowan Baptist Association Office

                        832 South Main St., Salisbury, NC  28144

The Salvation Army – 620 Bringle Ferry Road, Salisbury, NC   (704 )636-6491

            Food Baskets for Thanksgiving and Christmas

            Toys for Children 0-12 years

            Applications will be taken October 26-November 6 from 9a.m.-4p.m.

            Wed. Oct. 28 and Fri. Nov. 6, also open from 6p.m.-8p.m.

Department of Social Services – Christmas Happiness - No decision as of Oct. 12^th as to how they will disperse gifts for Christmas.  You may check their web site for information.  Applications will be on-line and at the Social Services office:

http://www.rowancountync.gov/GOVERNMENT/Departments/SocialServices/tabid/151/Default.aspx

Denton Project Santa – Food baskets and toys at Christmas

A representative will visit your home if you call for assistance

Contact:  Keith Garner – (704) 798-4242

Please let me know how I can help make this a great year for you and your child!

Betsy Crowell, School Counselor

(704)636-0169 Ext. 135