Ixonia Elementary School
August 14, 2020 - Falcon Flyer - Welcome Back!
Meet & Greet - August 25th
In order to maintain proper social distancing and safety protocols we are asking families to attend Meet & Greet alphabetically by family name. For more information on how to make this a successful Meet & Greet event on August 25, please see the video from Mrs. Yearling below.
4:00-4:30 p.m.: Student Last Names A-E
4:30-5:00 p.m.: Student Last Names F-I
5:00-5:30 p.m.: Student Last Names J-M
5:30-6:00 p.m.: Student Last Names N-R
6:00-6:30 p.m.: Student Last Names S-Z
6:30-7:00 p.m.: If you cannot make your assigned time, please sign up on our SignUp Genius link. This is limited to a total of 70 guests.
Also, we ask that in order to ensure there is an opportunity for all students and families to attend, please consider how many people you feel need to attend Meet & Greet with your student.
Free Spirit wear items
Both will be distributed by your child's teacher at Meet & Greet.
- Newly-designed Ixonia shirt
- Purple lanyards with Ixonia Logo to attach masks and prevent misplacing them (safe, break-away design)
THANKS TO PTO FOR YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT!
20-21 Ixonia Teaching Teams
As we prepare for our first day of school, we would like to update you on Ixonia's teaching teams for the 2020-2021 school year. In addition to changes that naturally occur each year, you may notice some additional changes due to Ixonia staff electing to teaching in the OVLC virtual model.
We are welcoming Kerry Robbins from Silver Lake Intermediate who is taking over Tracy Cavanna's duties as she transitions to the OVLC, Celia Schlosser from Park Lawn who is joining our third grade teaching team and Debby Needles who is joining us as our new Reading Interventionist.
We are excited about our team and look forward to a wonderful school year.
Class placements will be posted on Skyward August 20th.
2020-21 School Supply Lists
Extra items for your child...
- Individual water bottle filled each day (can be re-filled in our bottle filling stations)
- Old, oversized button down shirt to be used as an art smock
- 2 extra Masks - extra to be kept at school in case one gets dirty
First Day of School - September 1st
- More information will be shared with families NEXT WEEK regarding changes to our drop-off and pick-up procedures.
Reminder
The first day of school for 4K will be on September 2nd.
Picture Day - THURSDAY, September 3rd!
LifeTouch has many safety mitigations they are putting into place to ensure this is a safe experience for all students and staff.
Substitute Teachers & Paras Needed
Every year we are in need of substitutes to fill in when teachers are out of the classroom. With the upcoming school year being one that will potentially challenge us to fill our classrooms, I ask for you to consider substitute teaching! It really can be a part of the solution to help our schools stay open. We are in need:
- Classroom teacher subs (which require a 2- or 4-year degree) – $125/day
- Paraprofessional subs (which require a high school diploma) – $13/hour
Subbing is a great part-time job as it offers daily flexibility and allows you to choose your preferred location and frequency of work! Even subbing one day per week would be a huge help.
Attached below is information regarding subbing in the Oconomowoc School District. Substitute teacher training & a DPI license is required to help you feel prepared for this position. (Training is NOT required for paraprofessional subs.) There are a variety of training options available in our area, but here is some information on an online program for $100. https://www.cesa6.org/services/substitute-teachers/ The district will reimburse all candidates for the costs of their DPI license.
To help us get a sense of those who may be interested, please fill out this interest form: https://forms.gle/jsei8a23VoFAUPN28.
Questions can be directed to our HR department, which can be found on the flyer. FEEL FREE TO SHARE THIS INFORMATION WITH FAMILY OR FRIENDS WHO MAY ALSO BE INTERESTED!
Calendar
You will find this link in every Weekly Falcon Flyer. We hope you find this helpful!
YMCA BEFORE & AFTER-CARE childcare at Ixonia
The YMCA will again be running a before and after school child care program at Ixonia. It is not too late to register! Students who take part will simply come to school early or stay after-school for supervised play with YMCA staff. If you have questions or would like to take part:
Before School Hours: 6:30-8:25 a.m.
After School Hours: 3:40-6:00 p.m.
RESERVE YOUR SPOT TODAY! If you are considering this option, please contact them by August 20th as they may consider canceling the program if there is not enough interest.
For more information, please click here: https://www.glcymca.org/ixonia-y-care
Birthday Celebrations
We will still be celebrating all students on their birthdays and half birthdays with an announcement in the morning, sticker and pencils as well as individual classroom acknowledgements.
In order to keep our environment as safe as possible, we will not be having any birthday food treats or other items distributed that are brought from home.
Student's Pick Up Schedule Changes
Join Us for a Special Back-to-School Virtual PTO Meeting!
On Thursday August 27th, the PTO Board, along with Principal Yearling, will be hosting a special virtual meeting before returning to school. Whether your child is returning full face-to-face or will be learning virtually, this school year looks different for everyone. As a PTO we are struggling to find ways to help our Ixonia families. We would love to hear input from you. Join us for an open discussion on topics such as parent/teacher communication strategies, how our PTO dollars can be best utilized, and ways we can support and enhance our students’ education during this difficult year. Below is the information to join the Zoom meeting. Hope to see you then!
Topic: Back-to-School PTO Meeting
Time: Aug 27, 2020 06:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
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Meeting ID: 876 5985 3088
Passcode: Ixonia
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Work for OASD - Part-time Custodians Needed!
Community Info
Calm, Cool, Capable Workshop - FREE for 4th-7th Graders
Gals on the Go Project and Gals Institute is excited to provide a FREE workshop sponsored by the OAF for 4th-7th graders, to Oconomowoc families. This fun, interactive virtual "workshop in a box" helps 9-12 year olds of age learn tips and tools to build resiliency and self-esteem. The timing is flexible to a families' schedules as it's self-guided. Our registration is rolling on an ongoing basis. Once we fill a "class" of 15, we will start a new group. We have already had registrations, but can take many more. This would be beneficial to offer to your students on how to remain calm in times of anxiety, build healthy relationships, and increase self confidence, especially during this challenging time for all of us. This would be great for weekends, evenings, or as part of students' CPR time.
For more information please see the video below.
To register click HERE
Upcoming Events
- First Day of School (5K-4th grades) - September 1st
- First Day of 4K - September 2nd
- Picture Day: September 3rd
- NO SCHOOL (Labor Day) - September 7th
- PTO Meeting - September 10th
- NO SCHOOL - October 2nd
Volunteer & Chaperone Background Checks
Would you like to volunteer or chaperone a field trip at the school? All school volunteers must pass a background check prior to volunteering.
The Oconomowoc Area School District is now using SecureVolunteer to process criminal background checks for volunteers. All volunteers must be screened prior to volunteering for a school event or in a building.
SecureVolunteer is a completely web-based/paperless system. BIB takes personal data security and privacy very seriously and has instituted safeguards to protect personal data.
Background checks are good for 3 years.
Thank you for volunteering in the Oconomowoc Area School District. We appreciate YOU!
Click HERE to start!
Ixonia Elementary School
Ixonia's school day runs from 8:40 am - 3:40 pm. Students are encouraged to be at school by 8:30, but not before 8:25 am, as no outdoor supervision is available before that time. If your child will be absent from school, please contact our attendance line at 262-560-8402.
Email: Ixonia@oasd.org
Website: www.oasd.k12.wi.us/
Location: N8425 North Street, Ixonia, WI, United States
Phone: 262-560-8405
Facebook: www.facebook.com/IxoniaElementary/
Twitter: @IxoniaOASD