Dear Students & Parents,

It has been a great summer! Those of you who continued training through the summer have accomplished a great deal, and some of you have an opportunity to test this month. It is also terrific to see those of you who were out this summer! I have missed you so much and enjoy training with you again! I thank God for all of you and the seasons He grants us to train! I am pleased to welcome several new students, and ask that all of you welcome them and help them learn their material. Starting something new is exciting and sometimes a bit overwhelming, and I know they will appreciate all your help!

NOTE: All first-gup students are asked to come Thursday evening for class and explanation of the "Year-long Black Belt Test." Interested parents are encouraged to attend this meeting, after the initial class stretching, as well.

Next month, on October 4th, we will host Dr. Riedner at the school again! Mark your calenders and plan to attend!

Also: Students have until Sept. 21st to bring in last year's report cards in for academic patches! You must have been a member of E.S.A. to qualify.

Wishing you joy in training! B. Emery