PTA NEWS FLASH
Indian Knoll Elementary
Letter from the Principal
Happy New Year Firebirds!
We have completed two academic quarters and are already halfway through the school year. This is the time of the year when we reset instructional goals and push students to new heights. Our students are challenged and provided rigorous lessons and activities to keep them engaged and on track. Please partner with our teachers to encourage participation in our school events, activities, and challenges. Over the break we offered a “REINDEER READING CHALLENGE” and are excited about the level of student participation for a FREE ice cream!
On January 22, 2020 we will be hosting our next honor roll assembly and celebrating academic excellence with our 4th and 5th graders. In addition, on the same day, our kindergarteners will celebrate the 100th day of school, dress like senior citizens and parade throughout the school. You won’t want to miss the festivities.
Our theme of #CCSDKindnessCounts will continue into 2020 with intentional and random acts of kindness. Our PTA and teaching staff will be planning opportunities to sprinkle kindness throughout the community. Our students are provided positive feedback through Firebird Feathers, Dojo Points, House Meetings, class incentives as well as on our Social Media Sites. Our students are even recognizing staff members through the CCSD program #thanksCCSD. It is such a joy to see the entire building looking for the best in each other. I appreciate your support and partnership as we move forward into 2020 as TEAM IKES.
Kim Cerasoli
Principal
Counselor Connections
Mrs. Colleen DeLosh – Grades 3-5
Mrs. Lori Waycaster – Grades K-2
In guidance this semester, we will be focusing on Character Education in all grade levels. Students will be learning to identify emotions, develop and strengthen friendships, and problem solve for the future.
We would like to thank everyone who participated in the MUST Ministries Toy Drive through our school program, IKES Believes in Helping Others. The needs of many Cherokee County families were met due to the generosity of our Indian Knoll families.
If you would like to donate to our food pantry, we are in need of canned protein (tuna, chicken, etc.). We are also in need of new shoes in various sizes and genders. Please turn in donations to the front office to the counselor’s attention.
If you or anyone you know is in need of resources, including food or clothing, please feel free to use this link https://www.cherokeek12.net/Content2/resources or contact either one of us at: colleen.delosh@cherokeek12.net or lori.waycaster@cherokeek12.net.
Spotlight on Kindness - Peyton Taylor
When entering the IKES Media Center, our students are always looking for that perfect piece of literature from the vast selection to enjoy! Sometimes we find it quickly and sometimes that special book eludes us! One student in Mrs. Magnes' second grade class was having that difficulty during a media center visit last month, but was quickly assisted by another student, who abandoned her own search to help a friend. Second grader, Peyton Taylor acted selfless and kind in her willingness to set aside her own needs and sacrifice her time to help a classmate who was upset. Thank you, Peyton, for being a leader in the quest to spread kindness! Your act did not go unnoticed!
Help us spread some love by sharing wonderful acts of kindness that you do or experience! Let's celebrate compassion together and inspire each other to pay it forward! Please send pictures or stories of your acts of kindness to nchambley.ikespta@gmail.com.
#IKESKindnessCounts
IKES Spirit Night at Johnny's Pizza!
Tuesday, Jan 14, 2020, 05:00 PM
Johnny's New York Style Pizza, Hickory Flat Highway, Hickory Flat, GA, USA
All Pro Dads Meeting
Friday, Jan 24, 2020, 07:00 AM
Indian Knoll Elementary, Univeter Road, Canton, GA, USA
Donuts with Grown-ups!
RSVP to reserve your delicious doughnut and juice!
*Breakfast will also be available for purchase through our cafeteria. The price is $1.50 for IKES students and $3.00 for any non-students.
To ensure that we have enough parking and seating, we have split this event into three dates by student last name. Please indicate on your RSVP which date your family will attend, so we can plan accordingly.
January 29th - Last names A - I
January 30th - Last names J - R
January 31st - Last names S - Z
Valentine's Grams will also be available to pre-order at this event!
Please contact Jeanette Smith at jeanette.smith.ikespta@gmail.com with any questions. We look forward to seeing everyone there!
Show Kindness with Valentine's Grams!
In an effort to continue to facilitate our kindness initiative, we are offering Valentine's Grams to students for sale. We will have a $1 and $2 option to choose from.
These Valentine Grams will bring love to the school when they are personally delivered on February 14th to your student!
Please look for more information to come home soon!
Please contact Jeanette Smith at jeanette.smith.ikespta@gmail.com with any questions.
Bingo!
Our Annual Bingo Night is quickly approaching in March, and PTA is working hard to deliver a family night full of fun! We are looking for donations to make this night a success! If you or someone you know own a local business and would like to contribute, please contact Jeanette Smith at jeanette.smith.ikespta@gmail.com.
Donations can be monetary to go towards bigger prizes or a physical prize itself! We appreciate your assistance and are looking forward to a great night!
IKES Annual Holiday Shop
Our annual holiday shop was a raving success! Thank you to our parent and community volunteers who generously gave their time to help all of our Firebirds shop for those perfect gifts for family and friends.
A special thank you to our holiday shop chairs Mandy Lynn and Michelle Kramer for your time and dedication to helping make holiday shop a success from set-up to clean-up.
Buffalo's Spirit Night was a Success!!
Firebird Friday at Airborne Canton
Report Cards
We celebrate Martin Luther King Jr Day
Pajama and Hat Day
Grandparent's Day Pictures
- Go to events.lifetouch.com
- Click on "Find Your Event"
- Enter Georgia under "State"
- Enter "Indian Knoll" under "School or Organization Keyword"
- Click on the Indian Knoll Elementary School for the 11/21/19 date
- Scroll down to view and order pictures
Box Tops for Education
If you haven't already, please download the Box Tops app! It's a quick and easy way to earn money for your school. It's as easy as 1-2-3!
BIG CHANGES COMING TO BoxTops4Education!!!
BoxTops4Education is in the beginning phases of going completely digital and earning has never been easier!! Follow these simple steps to start earning for our school:
- Download the new BoxTops4Education App
- Create an Account
- Select Indian Knoll Elementary School (Canton, GA)
- Buy BoxTops Products
- Scan Your Receipt within 14 Days of Purchase
- Earn Money for IKES
Please visit the website for more details on how you can earn! https://www.boxtops4education.com/How%20To%20Earn
Spirit Rock Reservations and Painting!!
Another school year brings about opportunity for celebratory shout-outs! Our spirit rock shout-outs were outstanding last year, offering the opportunity for us to celebrate birthdays, anniversaries and accomplishments! We can't wait to see all of the creativity on our spirit rock this year! See below for all of the details.
Spirit Rock Sign-up:
In an effort to make spirit rock sign up as smooth a process as possible, we have changed the process slightly this year. Sign-up dates for your special event are listed below:
- August to October dates: released July 26th @ 7pm
- November to February dates: released October 10th @7pm
- March to May dates: released February 10th @ 7pm
**Payment will be required at the time of sign up in order to complete your reservation.
Spirit Rock Painting:
**Please remember that these services are not affiliated with IKES PTA and will require a separate, additional payment to the artist. Before you book any paint services, please be sure you have reserved and paid your rock reservation with IKES PTA.
If you have any questions regarding spirit rock, please contact Jackie at jackie.ikespta@gmail.com.
IKES Spirit Wear
Thank you to everyone who ordered fall spirit wear! If you did not order, we will have additional items in stock, but size and style are not guaranteed.
Thank you to our Firebird Flash Card Sponsors!
Platinum Sponsor and Spirit Nights
Platinum Sponsor
Platinum Sponsor
Spirit Nights
Grandparent's Breakfast
Back to School Luncheon
PTA
We love to hear from you! Please contact us with any suggestions, comments or questions!
Christine Dagostino Co-President
Jennifer Severson Co-President
jenniferseverson.ikespta@gmail.com
Jennifer Griggs Treasurer
Dacia Falter Secretary
Nikki Chambley Vice President
Ann Gazell Vice President
Michelle Kramer Vice President
Brenna Pittaway Vice President
Jeanette Smith Vice President
jeanettesmith.ikespta@gmail.com
Rachel Chapman Parliamentarian
rachel.chapman.ikespta@gmail.com
Email: ikespta@gmail.com
Website: ikespta.com
Location: 3635 Univeter Road, Canton, GA, United States
Phone: 770-721-6600
Facebook: facebook.com/indianknollelementarypta