Thursday, January 25, 2018

Week of January 22, 2018

Thursday Folder Fliers:


Kindergarten Enrollment:

We are now enrolling for the 2018-19 school year! Please visit the office to complete your enrollment packet and secure your space. 

DCSD Superintendent Search:
DCSD Board President David Ray explains why community input is critical for the selection of DCSD’s permanent superintendent (video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ctqg4lGpNqU&feature=youtu.be).
Make your voice heard! Take our short online survey, RSVP to attend a community input meeting, then share this post! https://www.dcsdk12.org/superintendent-search

Legend Feeder Wish Week:
Wish Week is a fantastic and exciting way to get our feeder community involved in helping support a phenomenal cause that does amazing things for a family associated with the Make a Wish Foundation. In the past, the Legend feeder has raised insurmountable amounts to donate towards this foundation in sponsoring a "Wish Kid." Wish Week 2018 will be taking place during the week of February 12-16. Please look for more information coming soon, including information about spirit days and a feeder dance. 



Painted Rocks:
Have you seen painted rocks around Iron Horse? Read below to find out why. 
https://www.floridatoday.com/story/news/2017/03/29/pay--forward-group-leaves-painted-rocks-across-county/99684684/

Father-Daughter Dance: 
It's time to start planning the Father Daughter Dance!  This year, we would like to set up a committee to help plan and organize the event.  We would also like to explore the idea of a mother/son event.  If you are interested in volunteering on the committee, please contact Becki Gonzales at becki.gonzales@dcsdk12.org by 4:00pm Thursday, January 25th.  

Readathon:
We will be holding a Readathon next year and would love to develop a committee to help us plan this event. Please contact Melanie Morgan at MMorgan@archconceptsllc.com. 

Inspire Creative Theater Training:
If your student may be interested in theater classes this spring, please see this flyer:
http://parkerarts.org/2047/Inspire-Creative-Theater-Training

Upcoming Events:
February 16: No School - Professional Learning Day for Teachers
February 19: No School - Presidents Day
February 21: PTO 3:45-4:45pm, SAC 5:00-6:00pm
February 27: IHE Chick Fil A Night 4:00-9:00pm
March 13: Parent Teacher Conferences 4:00-7:30pm
March 15: Parent Teacher Conferences 4:00-7:30pm
March 19-23: No School - Spring Break

Thursday, January 18, 2018

Week of January 15, 2018

Thursday Folder Fliers:
Spanish Class - Use discount code NEWYEAR for an additional $25 off
IHE Spelling Bee - TONIGHT!

Calendar Updated:
Please review this link for our updated calendar for the remainder of the year. 

Parking Lot Drop Off:
Please do not drop students off before 8:20am. There is no supervision outside of the school until this time. Thank you! 

Father-Daughter Dance: 
It's time to start planning the Father Daughter Dance!  This year, we would like to set up a committee to help plan and organize the event.  We would also like to explore the idea of a mother/son event.  If you are interested in volunteering on the committee, please contact Becki Gonzales at becki.gonzales@dcsdk12.org by 4:00pm Thursday, January 25th.  

Readathon:
We will be holding a Readathon next year and would love to develop a committee to help us plan this event. Please contact Melanie Morgan at MMorgan@archconceptsllc.com. 


Incoming Cimarron Students:
Cimarron Middle School is hosting a Parent Coffee Talk opportunity for future 6th grade parents to gain more information about the exceptional student learning experiences at Cimarron Middle School for the 2018-2019 school year. This informal orientation event will allow you to learn about Cimarron's middle school academics, transitions, athletics, and activities. Please click on the link to sign up for this opportunity.
January 25th 5:00-6:15pm
May 8th 9:00-10:15am

Douglas County Association for Gifted and Talented:
Please view the current DCAGT Newsletter here.

Upcoming Events:
January 18: Spelling Bee 6:30pm in the Gym
January 19: Student Leadership Council 7:40am in the Junction
January 23: Orchestra Concert 6:00-7:30pm- Iron Horse Gym
February 16: No School - Professional Learning Day for Teachers
February 19: No School - Presidents Day
February 21: PTO 3:45-4:45pm, SAC 5:00-6:00pm
February 27: IHE Chick Fil A Night 4:00-9:00pm
March 13: Parent Teacher Conferences 4:00-7:30pm
March 15: Parent Teacher Conferences 4:00-7:30pm
March 19-23: No School - Spring Break

Thursday, January 11, 2018

Week of January 8, 2018

Thursday Folder Fliers:


Recess During Winter:
As the weather begins to get colder, please review our policies per our parent handbook regarding appropriate attire and the playground. 
"During periods of inclement weather, please be sure your child comes to school dressed in appropriate clothing, including boots, hats, gloves, socks, and coats as necessary. Inside recess days will be decided by Administration and will be based on the temperature, precipitation, and cloud cover. Below 20 degrees is typically a cut off for children being able to go outside. In order to keep our students safe, all students must wear snow boots when playing in the snow.  If students are not wearing appropriate snow gear, they will be asked to stay on the blacktop." 

Honor Choir:
As a reminder, honor choir will now be meeting every Friday morning from 7:30-8:30am.

Strive to Thrive:
Douglas County Community of Care Network is hosting Strive to Thrive on January 30. Please see this flyer.

Incoming Cimarron Students:

Cimarron Middle School is hosting a Parent Coffee Talk opportunity for future 6th grade parents to gain more information about the exceptional student learning experiences at Cimarron Middle School for the 2018-2019 school year. This informal orientation event will allow you to learn about Cimarron's middle school academics, transitions, athletics, and activities. Please click on the link to sign up for this opportunity.
January 25th 5:00-6:15pm
May 8th 9:00-10:15am

Upcoming Events:
January 12: No School - Professional Learning Day for Teachers
January 15: No School - Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
January 17: PTO 3:45-4:45pm, SAC 5:00-6:15pm in the Conference Room
January 18: Spelling Bee 6:30pm in the Gym
January 19: Student Leadership Council 7:40am in the Junction
January 23: Orchestra Concert 6:00-7:30pm- Iron Horse Gym
February 16: No School - Professional Learning Day for Teachers
February 19: No School - Presidents Day