Eagle's Nest
DECEMBER 2018
Thompson Crossing Elementary
Fax (317) 860-4610
Transportation (317) 860-2314
Website: https://tc.ftcsc.org/
Location: 7525 Thompson Road, Indianapolis, IN, USA
Phone: (317) 860-4600
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Thompson-Crossing-Elementary-School-220091544800210/
Twitter: @FTCSC
Important Upcoming Dates/Events
DECEMBER
12/18 - LAST DAY FOR STUDENTS
End of 2nd Quarter Parties
12/19 - 1/2 - WINTER BREAK
JANUARY
1/3 - SCHOOL RESUMES
1/21 - MLK DAY NO SCHOOL
A MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPAL
Happy December!
In this season of giving, it is a joy to see that children and adults alike are sharing in the excitement this month holds! The holiday season is upon us and we have much to be thankful for. We have seen that sense of giving in many of the wonderful events taking place this month.
During the cold weather months, we are advised to use discretion and good judgment as to whether or not students will go outside for recess. Children should be exposed to fresh air and exercise. Time spent outdoors allows students an opportunity to engage in activities that allow them to relax from the structure of the classroom, at least for a short while. However, there are times when it is not safe for students to be outside. Please use the guidelines below as a tool for when school recess and other outdoor physical activity may be modified. The following conditions are considered in determining outdoor recess:
✪ Temperature ✪ Wind chill ✪ Condition of the playground ✪ Precipitation
With these conditions in mind, please be sure to send your child with the appropriate clothing [i.e. hats, mittens/gloves, boots, snow pants, scarf]. In order for students to play in the snow, they must wear boots, snow pants, and mittens/gloves. Please note that when the temperature and wind chill falls below 0 degrees students are kept indoors without further consideration.
Please keep your students academically active over break. Students can always read a book, practice math facts and problem-solving, or journal about a trip.
Thank you for your generous hearts during this time of year. We hope that you and your family have many opportunities to share quality time with family and friends. We wish everyone a safe and healthy holiday season and happy new year!
Warmest Regards,
Jeffrey J. Murphy
ELearning Days Are Now Approved
Visitor Check In
WE LOVE OUR STUDENTS. THEIR SAFETY IS CRUCIAL TO US. PLEASE REMEMBER TO BE PREPARED TO STOP AND SHOW ID WHEN VISITING OUR SCHOOL
School Times
Monday/Tuesday/Thursday/Friday
8:50am-3:50pm
Wednesday
8:50am-3:20pm
Car Rider Doors Open at 8:40am
Drop Off/Pick Up
If there is a change in transportation for students at the end of the day, we must be notified by a Parent/Guardian before 2:00pm. We strongly encourage against making last minute changes but understand that emergencies occur. Please remember that we are an Elementary and our students are quite young still.
INDY AIR BEARS JINGLE BELL JUMP DECEMBER 27TH!!
**IMPORTANT REMINDER FOR THE CHANGE IN WEATHER**
Please dress your child appropriate for cold weather, i.e.hat, gloves and coats. Thank you for your help with this.
JANUARY EVENTS CALENDAR FOR FRANKLIN ROAD
Reminders
Student Drop-off/Pick-up
For the safety of our students, it is important that all persons picking up or dropping off students use the proper procedures. Students may not be dropped off before 8:40 a.m. With security procedures, the front door will not be unlocked until 8:40 a.m. and students should not be allowed out of an automobile until that time. We also understand that the drop off line gets long in the morning, but please be patient and take the time necessary to make it safe for all our students, parents, and staff. When dropping off students before and after school, please use the main entrance area only. Make sure that you follow the drive through and drop off lanes. Also, make sure that students get out on the curb or left-side of the car. There is no passing in the drop off lane. Your patience is always appreciated!
*Appointments/Early Dismissals * New Procedures
On the day of your student's appointment, it is very important that you have your student bring a note to their teacher or the office before school begins for the day. **Prior notification completely eliminates a classroom disruption and helps to assure that your student will be waiting in the office and ready to go when you come to sign them out. We understand that last minute things come up, but we do ask that you keep walk-up requests or last minute phone calls to a minimum. If you are picking up your child for an early dismissal THEY MUST BE PICKED UP BY 3:15 PM ON A NORMAL DISMISSAL DAY AND 2:50PM ON A PLC/WEDNESDAY. EVERY WEDEDNESDAY IS AN EARLY RELEASE DAY Request for early pickups by parents for appointments, etc. will be made through the front office and MUST be in writing also. These new policies will help ensure a safe dismissal for all students. The note should include the students name, teacher name, your name and date. When picking up your child for appointments, please go directly to the Main Office to sign them out. When a student returns from a mid-day appointment, the student should sign back in at the Main Office and turn in his/her doctor's note if they have one.
*Absences During the School Year
Students should be fever-free without the use of fever-reducing medication (i.e. Tylenol) for 24 hours before returning to school. If your child has an illness associated with vomiting and/or diarrhea, they should not return to school until 24 hours after the last episode. This helps prevent further spread of viruses and bacteria, and to promote a healthier environment for all. Our goal at Thompson Crossing is to keep kids healthy and in school. It is important for all students to adhere to our illness guidelines in order to reach this goal.
Attendance is extremely important. If your child is not in our classrooms, they cannot learn and be exposed to the same content as their teacher presents. However, everyone becomes ill at various times and we understand! If your child is going to be absent, please call our attendance line at 860-4678 by 9:15 AM. Our data clerk will check the line daily to record absences. Follow the steps below:
- Date of phone call
- Name of parents/ guardians
- Name of student
- Reason for absence
- Number of days for the absence
- *If you need to leave a personal message for your child’s teacher and/or request homework, please call the teacher’s voice mail number.
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