August & September Newsletter
Teach. Learn. Care
A Word from Mr. Mowen
Welcome to Northside Elementary School. My name is Joe Mowen and I am the new Principal at Northside. I have been married for 16 years and have 2 boys and 2 girls ages 12, 10, 7, and 4. I taught and coached for 11 years before spending the last 4 years as a Middle School Assistant Principal. Education is my passion and helping young people to realize their full potential is something I am blessed to do on a daily basis. I have heard so many wonderful things about Northside and I am excited to meet all of you.
Our teachers and staff are caring, innovative, and always learning something new for the benefit of your children. We are a collaborative staff who strive to have our students reach their highest potential. We believe that a positive school/family partnership is the best way to achieve success for all students.
In this newsletter you will find some important dates, information and helpful resource links. You can expect a newsletter like this to be sent via email at the beginning of each month. Please make sure your emails are updated and correct so you can continue to receive this communication. Newsletters and additional information can be found by accessing our Northside website: http://www.geneseoschools.org/northside . Individual teacher websites can be accessed through this site as well.
Also, please remember that I am also only an email or phone call away if you need anything. Feel free to stop or call this summer and introduce yourself. We are here to help and support your child, and you, through their educational journey! We are a team and we value your input and partnership in making this a great year for your child.
I am looking forward to an incredible year of teaching, learning and caring!
Sincerely,
Joe Mowen
Principal
Northside Elementary School
Back to School Night
Tuesday, Aug 13, 2019, 04:00 PM
415 North Russell Avenue, Geneseo, IL, USA
Important Dates to Remember!!!
- Tuesday, August 6th, 6-7 p.m. Kindergarten Orientation
- Tuesday, August 13th 4-6 p.m. Back to School Night
- Thursday, August 15th 1st Day of School- Dismiss at 2:07 PM
- Friday, August 16th 2nd Day of School- Dismiss at 2:07 PM
- Monday, August 19th - Preschool Starts
- Thursday, August 22nd - Fire Drill
- Tuesday, August 27th - Bus Safety Drill
- September 2nd- No School; Labor Day
- September 9th-13th- MAP Testing 1st-5th Grades; Please make every effort to be in attendance unless ill this week!
- September 18th- School Pictures (More information to come!)
- September 21st & 22nd- Maple Leaf Classic and Harvest Festival Concert
- September 27th- Homecoming; Dismiss at 2:07 PM
Morning Drop off Procedures
PM Pick Up Procedures
Changes in how your student goes home?
- Please send a note to your child(ren)'s teacher informing them of the change.
- Indicate on the note the name of anyone other than yourself who will be picking up your child. Please mark on the emergency contact that they are allowed to pick up the student.
- If the change happens during the school day, a call needs to be made by 2:00 p.m. in order to ensure communication and changes get relayed on time.
- Do not email transportation changes to your child's teacher as they may not be able to check their email during the school day.
Behavior Matrix
Harassment and Bullying Policy
Attendance Policy
Lunch Information
Health Reminders
For additional information on our School Health Policies and/or Resources, click here.
Free & Reduced Forms!
2019/20 Handbook Updates
Visiting the School
Thank you and we look forward to seeing you.
Holiday Program or School Sponsored Activity Health Policy
Be on Time: Start of School is 8:15
For questions please contact: Prairie Meis - psmeis@hotmail.com, (309) 489-0101
Meeting Schedule: All meetings are held in the Northside Collaboration Lab unless otherwise noted.
9-3-19 - 6:30 - City park - Ice Cream and Raffle
10-1-19 - 3:30 - Collaboration Lab
11-5-19 - 6:30 - Collaboration Lab
12-3-19 - 3:30 - Collaboration Lab
2-4-20 - 6:30 - Collaboration Lab
3-10-20 - 3:30 - Collaboration Lab
4-7-20 - 6:30 - Collaboration Lab
5-5-20 - 3:30 - Collaboration Lab
*Babysitting is provided*
Welcome New Staff!!!
Life Skills: Natalie Turigliatti
3rd Grade: Emilee Livesay
Speech Pathologist: Jennifer Erickson
Northside Elementary School
Email: jmowen@geneseoschools.org
Website: geneseoschools.org
Location: 415 North Russell Avenue, Geneseo, IL, USA
Phone: 309-945-0625