• Diwali – Is celebrating today. It is one of the largest festivals celebrated in India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Malaysia and Singapore. Also referred to as “Divali”, “Deepavali”, or “Deepawali” meaning “a continuous line of lamps”. This is why Diwali is a festival celebrated with lots of lights. It is considered a time to celebrate life and a time to strengthen family and social relationships. Known as the “Festival of Lights”. The light signifies the victory of good over evil within every human being. People celebrate with family gatherings, fireworks, sharing sweets and candy, lighting candles, lamps and lights of all colors. For many countries on the Indian sub-continent, Diwali marks the celebration of the new year. Wishing the happiest and the most energetic Diwali to everyone who celebrates. 
There will be Rangoli art activities today during lunch time in YMCA’s room # 118. Students if you’re interested, join Ms. Qadi at lunch time.

• Girls Soccer – The team’s lunch has been moved to tomorrow. Ms. K-V hopes to see all girls from the team tomorrow during lunch time in room # 112.  

• Student Council – Meeting is cancelled today. Next meeting is tomorrow during lunch time.

• Boys Volleyball – There will be a quick meeting today after school in the Gym for uniforms and match schedule.

• Yearbook Committee - There will be a one-time lunch meeting for the yearbook club tomorrow in the library - Sheila will be attending so it is important that all members attend!

• Halloween - Next Monday, October 31, better known as Halloween the student council will be organizing some fun activities. Included will be a Halloween Scavenger Hunt and a Costume contest, both with prizes to be won. The Costume contest will occur at 11:15 in the gymnasium. The categories that we will have will be for the scariest, silliest, and the most creative. We will aim to begin as soon as possible once the bell rings, so please don't dilly dally! The scavenger hunt will also be happening at lunch, only at 11:40 outside. Details will be posted soon! Keep your eyes out for our posters, and stay tuned for more information in tomorrow's announcements!

• Lost and Found – Students, please check the Lost-and-Found bin, because we’re cleaning it up and everything will be gone by next Monday.