In Class Volunteers

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Hello Parents!

Many of you have mentioned to me that you would be interested in coming in and helping out in the class room! We are looking for volunteers to come in and read with the students each week! If this is something that is of interest to you please send me an email with your availability and I will make a calendar for November and December!

Thank you!

Mrs. Giborski

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