
Principal e-Note
Dressel Elementary School
Friday, September 1st, 2023
Reminder: Doors for school open at 8:35. Gates for dismissal open at 3:20.
Girls on the Run
Dressel will have a team in the FALL this year and registration is already open!!
This program is for girls in 3rd-5th grade. Please see the attached flyer for sign up instructions and additional information. Participant registration ends September 4th.
Practices will be on Tuesdays and Thursdays directly after school until 4:45. Practices start on September 11th and the final 5K will be November 18th.
Girls on the Run Volunteers...we are also looking for parent volunteers to help with the program. If interested in hearing more information please contact Jamie Haberberger, jamie.haberberger@gmail.com.
Author Visit - Bruce Cameron
3rd, 4th and 5th grade students will be welcoming author Bruce Cameron to Dressel on September 6th. If you are interested, Mr. Cameron will also be speaking and signing books at Barnes and Noble.
PikMyKid
Dressel uses the free PikMyKid platform to improve the safety and efficiency of our pick-up process. Families will need to download the PikMyKid app on their cell phones. This free app can be found in the app store and will allow you to notify the school of pick-up changes, authorize others to pick-up your child from school, alert you when your child has been picked up or sent home on the bus, as well as help organize the car line during pick-up.
The registration process is easy. If you have not done so already, we ask that all families register with the phone application as soon as possible. Please make sure you register with your personal current mobile phone number or the app will not allow you to access your child’s information for security reasons.
If you do not think the school has your mobile number on file or if your child does not appear on your app’s home page, contact support@pikmykid.com after registration, with your child’s name, school, grade, and updated contact information for you.
Anyone who will be picking up your child should also register themselves with the application. Their screen will be blank and they will not have any authorization until you allow it within the app.
5th Grade Party Volunteers
The school year is just beginning, but we are looking for volunteers to plan our 5th graders' year end celebration. The party will be held during the school day in order to include all students, and will be paid for by fundraisers throughout the school year. Please sign up if you are able to help plan the party and/or the fundraisers!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0B49A9AE22ABF58-5thgrade
We are also looking for student and parent volunteers to work at the first 5th Grade Party fundraiser of the year on Saturday, 9/9. Please help us get our fundraising efforts off to a great start!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0B49A9AE22ABF58-5thgrade1
Class Party Volunteers Needed
Thanks to everyone who has volunteered so far! We are still looking for head room parents for about half of our classes and planning committee members for all classes. The head room parent will serve on the grade level party planning committee to plan activities for the parties and communicate party plans to teachers and parents. If you have a child in any of the following classes, please consider volunteering as the head room parent: Eads, Gregston, Pritchard, Strawzewski, Thurmond, McFarland, Theodore, Vahey, Holt, Oswald, Syrett, Arana, Shaefer, and Stadler. Use this link to sign up as a head room parent or member of the planning committees: https://gforms.app/RORjCMr
Dad’s Club Meeting – September 7
Dressel Dad's Club will hold its next meeting at 9 Mile Garden on September 7 at 7:00 PM! Come out and join some awesome Dressel Dads!
5th Grade Class Fundraiser - Car Wash
Support the 5th Grade Class Party and get your car washed at the same time! Saturday, September 9 from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM. All proceeds will be used to help fund the party!
Fishing with Dad's Club
Join Dressel Dad's Club on September 10 at 2:00 PM for fishing at Watson Trails Park!
Save the Date for McDonald's Night
No need to cook dinner on Tuesday, September 12th! Save the date for Dressel's popular McDonald's Night from 4:00 to 8:00 PM. There will be some special guests too!
We are also looking for volunteers to greet customers, help clear tables, and run food to tables or vehicles during McDonald’s Night. Use this link to sign up: McDonald's Night SignUpGenius
Outdoor Movie Night
The students have voted and our annual Movie Night on September 15 will feature Elemental! Admission is free! Kona Ice, popcorn, and snacks will be available for purchase. Please bring your own chairs and blankets. The movie will start at 7:45 PM!
Lindbergh District News
Lindbergh Speaker Series: "Navigating Infinite Campus"
- This short presentation is designed to help families navigate Lindbergh’s new Student Information System, Infinite Campus. Learn how to use the most common features on your desktop computer or mobile device.
Your Voice Matters: Strategic Plan Community Events
Lindbergh Schools invites all parents, staff and Lindbergh community members to participate in one of four community engagement events during the week of Sept. 11. Feedback collected during these events will inform the development of the district's next five-year strategic plan.
We want to hear from as many members of the community as possible, so please share this invitation and make every effort to attend one of the following events during the week of Sept. 11. We appreciate your feedback and support!
What: Lindbergh Strategic Planning Community Engagement Events
When: 5 p.m. and 7 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. 12
Location: Truman Middle School cafeteria, 12225 Eddie and Park Road
When: 5 p.m. and 7 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 14
Location: Sperreng Middle School cafeteria, 12111 Tesson Ferry Road
Please Check Infinite Campus for Bus Route Changes
As we enter the third week of school, it is important that all families who use bus transportation log in to Infinite Campus on Monday, Sept. 5, and check their student’s pickup and drop-off times, and bus stop location. Routes will be adjusted this weekend, with updated information available on Monday, Sept. 5.
During the first weeks of school, the district works closely with our transportation provider First Student to make adjustments to bus routes, add new riders and create a schedule that is efficient, safe and reliable. Some minor adjustments may be possible as a result.
A good rule of thumb is to allow about 10 minutes of flexibility from the scheduled pickup and drop-off times, in case a bus is running early or taking a few extra minutes to arrive.
Lindbergh Distinguished Awards Banquet 6 p.m., Wednesday, Sept 27
The Lindbergh community is invited to join the Lindbergh High School Alumni Association for a special evening, as we celebrate this year’s Distinguished Alumni, Distinguished Educators, and Hall of Fame Athletes!
Lindbergh Schools Foundation Community Breakfast Sponsorships
The Lindbergh Schools Foundation will host its fourth annual Community Breakfast on Friday, Oct. 27, and they are looking for businesses and families who would like to sponsor this community event! All proceeds benefit Lindbergh students and staff.
Dr. Patrick Schoenekase
Dr. Jen Albers
Karen Kennedy
Stacey Toomay
Julie Cohen
Julia Heilich
Dr. Tracy Bednarick-Humes
Faith Rose
Special School District Area Coordinator
Jen Ulrich
Social Worker
Dressel Elementary School
Website: go.lindberghschools.ws/dressel
Email: dressel@lindberghschools.ws
Location: 10911 Tesson Ferry Rd. St. Louis, MO 63123
Phone: 314-729-2485
Facebook: facebook.com/DresselFlyers
Twitter: @DresselFlyers