Smith Clove PTA says thanks for making appreciation week so grand

| 21 Feb 2012 | 05:19

To the editor: The entire staff of dedicated professionals works so diligently to make the daily operation of Smith Clove a smooth one. Their hard work and perseverance ensure a safe and comfortable environment in which the students can learn. This promotes a strong foundation for the future. Staff Appreciation Week is an opportunity for the parents and community to express our gratitude to the staff for their commitment to our children. During the week of Feb. 25-28, the annual Staff Appreciation celebration was held at Smith Clove Elementary School. The theme was “You can’t have Smith Clove without the “love.” This year the staff was treated to a wall bursting with hearts, filled out by the students sending sentiments to their special staff members. The staff was also treated to two beautiful breakfasts, a luncheon, yummy desserts through the week and, of course, gifts donated by local businesses that were raffled off each day. All this was made possible through the volunteered time and combined efforts of the students’ families. The Smith Clove PTA would like to thank the following businesses for their contribution to making Staff Appreciation so successful: Amalfi Pizzeria & Restaurant, Amendola’s Restaurant, Arlene Kobylinski and Wellness Springs, B Jags Salon and Day Spa, Bagel World, Bright Star Diner, By George II - Elise, Café Fiesta, Castle Family Fun Center, Central Valley Pharmacy, Chester 6 Cinemas, Chili’s Grill & Bar, Cindy Mpasiakos, Pieces of Me, Colonial Lanes, Cosimo’s Brick Oven Restaurant, Crossroad’s Café, and Danny’s Market & Deli. Also: Dan’s Barber Shop, Deidre Atlas, Prudential Fine Homes Intl., Diane Koblish, Apple Ridge Country Club, Dunkin Donuts-Woodbury, Flowers by David Anthony, Gasho of Japan, Gretchen Gristina, Home Interiors, Ilene Schwartz Jewelry, Island Girl, Janice Pinho, Jay’s Deli & Market, Julie Stevens, Fetch Pet Care, Karen Williams, Kim and Walt Sidorski, Kim Sidorski, Arbonne International, Linda Linderman, Mary Kay and Lori Glick, Terpsichore. Also: Lucky’s Deli, Harriman, Marina’s Restaurant and Pizza, Mario’s Restaurant, Melissa Daley, Silpada Designs, Modell’s Sporting Goods, The Monroe Diner, Mrs. Barbara Gutierrez, Natalie Brooks, Palaia Vineyards, Pam Rini, Planet Pizza, Quiznos Subs, Staples, Susan Leitner, Mary Kay, Teresa Padilla, Angelica’s Bakery, TGI Friday’s, The Jewelry Box and The Mane Room. Also: The Meehan Family, The Outback Steakhouse, The Party Shack, Tina Anastos, Premier Designs Jewelry, Tobey Chiropractic Wellness, P.C., Tractor Supply, Uno Chicago Grill, Valley Auto Center, Value Clean Dry Cleaners, Wellness Springs, www.beingdoingknowing.com. The Smith Clove PTA Monroe