the PENN NEWSLETTER
1/12/2018
Peace, Love, Equality
I have a dream ....
Ruby Bridges
WE'RE ALL LEARNING
STUDENTS: Students have spent some time this week learning about Martin Luther King, Jr. and focusing on kindness. Remember, you still have a couple days next week to bring food for our donation to the NL Food Pantry.
TEACHERS: On Thursday Penn teachers spent our professional development time learning more about being culturally proficient and preparing for the upcoming screening assessments.
NO SCHOOL this Monday, 1/15/2018 in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr
Winter weather calls for winter gear!
Please discuss these expectations with your children and help them come prepared with the right recess gear.
FOOD DRIVE for the NL Food Pantry
"Life's most persistent and urgent question is, "What are you doing for others?"
Martin Luther King, Jr.
Girl Scouts Opportunity
Kindergarten girls are invited to come learn about Girl Scouts, explore the Daisy Flower Garden, and meet other new Daisies.
Parents must attend.
When: January 29th, 2018 from 6:00-7:00pm or February 22nd, 2018 from 6:00-7:00pm
Where: Jean Schwab Auditorium, in the Coralville Library.
To reserve your spot, please email alyssaj@girlscoutstoday.org with your child's name, and which session you plan on attending.
Looking Ahead
- January 10 - 17 Food Drive for the NL Pantry
- January 15: No School, MLK Day
- February 14: Valentines Day
Non-Discrimination Statement
It is the policy of the Iowa City Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status in its educational programs, activities, or employment practices. There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy, please contact Kingsley Botchway II, Director of Equity, 1725 N. Dodge St., Iowa City, IA 52245, 319-688-1000, Botchway.Kingsley@iowacityschools.org.