| Items Needed for the Junction: Our students have been doing amazing things in our makerspace! Recently, students have been taking apart old electronics to use to repurpose and recycle. We would love donations of the following items to continue to support and extend learning in the makerspace:
If you ordered a classroom composite from the photographer this year, they should be sent home this week (from the teacher). If there are any errors, or if there is an order missing, please call the Dorian customer service line at 1-800-826-3535. Jump Rope For Heart: We are wrapping up Jump Rope For Heart with the American Heart Association. Thank you so much for helping our campus stay heart healthy and save lives at the same time! If you haven't had a chance to join the squad there's still a little time left to earn the #ScareSquad monsters. Sign up now at www.heart.org/Jump or download the Jump/Hoops App (App Store for iPhone or Google Play for Android). |
Legend Wish Week:
We are so excited to work as a feeder to support the dreams and wishes of a young person in need! Wish week is February 9-12th. As an elementary feeder group, we are competing to raise the most funds for this wonderful event.
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 |
Friday, February 2, 2018
Week of January 29, 2018
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/s
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/
Upcoming Events:
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/s
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/
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
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!
IHE Spelling Bee - TONIGHT!
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.
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
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.
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
Thursday, December 21, 2017
Week of December 18, 2017
Thursday Folder Fliers
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| Happy Holidays from the Staff at Iron Horse! We wish you a wonderful holiday break filled with family, friends, and love! |
The IHE blog will return on Thursday, January 11, 2018.
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."
Preschool Parents:
We have had several reports of parents using the playground after preschool pickup during K-5 lunch recesses. Unfortunately, playground use during the remainder of the school day is limited to students who are in attendance for school. Please do not use the playground during this time. Thank you for your help with this!
Preschool Enrollment for 2018-2019:
For currently enrolled families, the preschool enrollment window for the upcoming 2018-2019 school year will be January 8th through the 12th. All families with children currently enrolled in a DCSD Preschool program will be emailed the link to enroll prior to Jan 8th. This link will be for all current preschool students and their eligible siblings. To be eligible for the 2018/2019 school year, a child must be 3 by September 1st, 2018. Those children who turn 3 after Sept. 1, will be able to apply 3 weeks before their 3rd birthday. All children who turn 5 before Oct 1 2018 are not eligible for preschool and can apply for Kindergarten at their neighborhood school.
Visit https://www.dcsdk12.org/preschool
Early Access for Kindergarten/First Grade:
The Early Access Process is open for the 2018-2019 school year. Early Access is designed for “highly advanced gifted” 4 or 5 year old children. It allows early access to kindergarten or first-grade for students who are academically gifted, socially and emotionally mature, in the top 2% or less of the gifted peer group, motivated to learn, ready for advanced placement, and who have exhausted the resources of preschool or home schooling. Interested families can visit the district Gifted page: https://www.dcsdk12.org/gifted-education and click on the Early Access tab at the bottom of the site for more information and portfolio guidelines. The application deadline is Sunday, April 1, 2018.
Apple Awards:
Nominations are open for the 2017-18 Apple Awards. Awards will be given for Elementary and Secondary Teachers of the Year, Classified Employee of the Year, and Administrator of the Year. Please use this link for nominations: Apple Awards. The nomination window closes on December 22nd!
January 12: No School - Professional Learning Day for Teachers
January 13: Momentum Gymnastics Day for IHE - More information to come!
January 15: No School - Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
January 17: PTO 3:45-4:45pm, SAC 5:00-6:00pm
January 18: Spelling Bee 6:30pm
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
Early Access for Kindergarten/First Grade:
The Early Access Process is open for the 2018-2019 school year. Early Access is designed for “highly advanced gifted” 4 or 5 year old children. It allows early access to kindergarten or first-grade for students who are academically gifted, socially and emotionally mature, in the top 2% or less of the gifted peer group, motivated to learn, ready for advanced placement, and who have exhausted the resources of preschool or home schooling. Interested families can visit the district Gifted page: https://www.dcsdk12.org/gifted-education and click on the Early Access tab at the bottom of the site for more information and portfolio guidelines. The application deadline is Sunday, April 1, 2018.
Apple Awards:
Nominations are open for the 2017-18 Apple Awards. Awards will be given for Elementary and Secondary Teachers of the Year, Classified Employee of the Year, and Administrator of the Year. Please use this link for nominations: Apple Awards. The nomination window closes on December 22nd!
Upcoming Events:
December 22-January 7: No School - Winter BreakJanuary 12: No School - Professional Learning Day for Teachers
January 13: Momentum Gymnastics Day for IHE - More information to come!
January 15: No School - Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
January 17: PTO 3:45-4:45pm, SAC 5:00-6:00pm
January 18: Spelling Bee 6:30pm
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
Wednesday, December 13, 2017
Week of December 11, 2017
Thursday Folder Fliers:
No fliers this week!
PTO Pie Day Sign Up:
Our PTO is providing pies for our staff next Tuesday. Here is the sign up. Thank you for your support!
December Choir Concert:
Please join our choir and Ms. Dean for our December choir concert on Wednesday, December 20th from 6:00-6:45pm in the gym.
Polar Express Night:
Please join us for Polar Express Night on December 21 from 6:00-8:00pm to welcome the holiday season! We will be viewing the Polar Express, welcoming the conductor, and providing hot chocolate and cookies for all who attend. Students are welcome to attend with a parent/guardian over 18 only. Jammies and pillows/blankets are encouraged! Every student who brings a friend that does not attend IHE will receive a coupon for a free Subway kids meal! We hope you can join us!
Apple Awards:
Nominations are open for the 2017-18 Apple Awards. Please use this link for nominations: Apple Awards
Upcoming Events:
December 20: Choir Concert 6:00-6:45pm
December 21: Polar Express Night 6:00-8:00pm - Parent or Guardian over 18 must be present
December 22-January 7: No School - Winter BreakJanuary 12: No School - Professional Learning Day for Teachers
January 13: Momentum Gymnastics Day for IHE - More information to come!
January 15: No School - Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
January 17: PTO 3:45-4:45pm, SAC 5:00-6:00pm
Thursday, December 7, 2017
Week of December 4, 2017
Thursday Folder Fliers:
Emergency Text Information:
Did you know that DCSD sends emergency text notifications during major situations?
It only takes minutes to complete these two steps to ensure you receive text notifications.
STEP 1: Confirm that you have selected to receive text messages in your Infinite Campus account
STEP 2: (the critical step that many people do not complete!) Send a text to 68453 with the message “YES”
If you do not opt-in to the system as outlined above in step 2, you will NOT receive emergency text messages. Need detailed information? Go to http://tinyurl.com/dcsdtext.Thank you for your attention to this important matter!
December Choir Concert:
Please join our choir and Ms. Dean for our December choir concert on Wednesday, December 20th from 6:00-6:45pm in the gym.
Polar Express Night:
Please join us for Polar Express Night on December 21 from 6:00-8:00pm to welcome the holiday season! We will be viewing the Polar Express, welcoming the conductor, and providing hot chocolate and cookies for all who attend. Students are welcome to attend with a parent/guardian over 18 only. Jammies and pillows/blankets are encouraged! We hope you can join us!
SAC and PTO:
Our December SAC and PTO meetings have been cancelled due to the many activities that families are engaged in during the month of December. Please join us on January 17th for our next meetings (PTO 3:45-4:45pm, SAC 5:00-6:00pm).
Apple Awards:
Nominations are open for the 2017-18 Apple Awards. Please use this link for nominations: Apple Awards
Outreach for Clothing:
If you or someone you know is in need of clothing, please clink on this link for more information: http://www.
Upcoming Events:
December 20: Choir Concert 6:00-6:45pm
December 21: Polar Express Night 6:00-8:00pm - Parent or Guardian over 18 must be present
December 22-January 7: No School - Winter BreakJanuary 12: No School - Professional Learning Day for Teachers
January 13: Momentum Gymnastics Day for IHE - More information to come!
January 15: No School - Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
January 17: PTO 3:45-4:45pm, SAC 5:00-6:00pm
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