PTA News Flash
Indian Knoll Elementary
Family Picnic and Movie Night
5:00 - 9:00 PM
The Movie "Hocus Pocus" will start when it is dark. Before that enjoy food from Shane's or pizza, Kona Ice and concessions. We will have family games and music. There is a Pumpkin Carving contest. Bring your pumpkin fully carved and enter in for a chance to win the coveted Pumpkin Trophy!!!
Letter From the Principal
Indian Knoll Families,
We have had a very productive two months of school. It is hard to believe that our first quarter of school is nearing completion. Be on the lookout for report cards which will be sent home on October 14. Fourth and Fifth grade parents should look for a list of students that will be recognized in our first Honors Assembly which will be held on October 27. We will be recognizing fourth and fifth grade students who made all A’s, A/B and/or perfect attendance for the first nine weeks. The list along with details about the assembly will be enclosed in your child’s report card envelope.
What an exciting experience lies ahead in writing this year! Students in grades K-5 will continue in the practice of Writer’s Workshop through Lucy Calkin’s Units of Study. The focus of this program is to engage children in the joy of writing by giving them the freedom to be creative. Students will explore a variety of genres of writing while writing about their own lives and using a consistent writing process. By fostering excitement and independence, Indian Knoll teachers are working to develop a lifelong love of writing in our Firebird students! Let the fun begin …
Two items for you to please be aware of on the upcoming election ballot – Educational SPLOST and OSD (Amendment 1 – Opportunity School District) – Please read factual information at this link http://cherokeek12.net/?s=opportunity+school+district
Thank you, parents, for all that you do to make our school so fabulous. Together we CAN and DO make a difference in the lives of our children!
Dr. Ann Gazell, Principal
Veteran's Day
Marco's Pizza Box Night for 4th & 5th Grade
Tuesday, Oct 11, 2016, 04:00 PM
Marco's Pizza, Hickory Flat Highway, Canton, GA, United States
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PTA Membership Update
Currently we have 660 PTA members. Our goal this year is to have 745 members or more. We are 85 members away from our goal.
Our PTA membership contest has been a huge success! We want to thank you for your support and supporting your child’s class and IKES PTA.
Thank you parents, teachers and students for your help!
If you have any questions please contact Jennifer Schroter at jennifer.schroter@cherokee.k12.ga.us.
We thank you for your support!
If you are interested in joining PTA please log into www.PT-Avenue.com (login code: ikespta) and click join PTA, or purchase your membership in our online store.
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Volunteer Opportunities
We are looking for a committee chair to help organize and jump start 5th grade walking lunch. You do not have to have a 5th grade student, just someone looking for more opportunities to volunteer. If you are interested in finding out more about this opportunity please contact Katrina Brown at katrinabrown.ikespta@gmail.com.
We need a few volunteers for our Movie Night this Saturday http://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0449acaf2aa2fa7-ikes
We are also looking for help with the Original Works Art Fundraiser. Contact Mary Robinson maryrobinson.ikespta@gmail.com for more information.
We would love to have you volunteer just two (2) hours of volunteer time over the course of the 2016-2017 school year. We have so many FUN opportunities for you to get involved at Indian Knoll Elementary.
Just complete this form and return it to your child’s home room teacher.
We will put your name and email on our volunteer list and send you an email about once a month with a list of upcoming volunteer opportunities. You pick and choose the times and activities you want to volunteer so you can fulfill your PLEDGE. We also post sign up genius on the Indian Knoll Elementary PTA Facebook page from time to time.
Hot Wheels Skate Day
Saturday, Oct 22, 2016, 10:00 AM
Hot Wheels Skate Center, Farm Ridge Drive Northeast, Woodstock, GA, United States
Appreciations
Show some love to our Custodians, Bus drivers, and Crossing Guard on MONDAY, OCTOBER 17TH.
We suggest a simple thank you, a card made by your child, a small gift, a baked treat, a gift card, signs at the bus stop, and/or flowers.
Fall Fundraiser
Cash 4 Trash
We are looking forward to an amazing year.
Advocacy/Legislative Update
There are a couple of local issues at the center of discussion since with the November elections are right around the corner. Take some time to become familiar with the following issues before you head to the polls:
- Opportunity School District, Amendment 1 (Georgia). Review all pros and cons before you make a decision on your ballot.
- 2016 Education SPLOST Renewal Ballot Language (E-SPLOST Cherokee County)
Please see the following website for more information:
http://www.georgiapta.org/issues-action/opportunity-school-district-legislation/
IKES PTA
Katrina Brown Co-President
katrinabrown.ikespta@gmail.com
Mary Robinson Co-President
maryrobinson.ikespta@gmail.com
Cindy Brown Treasurer
Rachel Champman Secretary
Jennifer Severson Vice President
jenniferseverson.ikespta@gmail.com
Quincy Edwards Vice President
Christy Bennett Parliamentarian
christybennett.ikespta@gmail.com
Email: ikespta@gmail.com
Website: www.pt-avenue.com
Location: 3635 Univeter Road, Canton, GA, United States
Phone: 770-721-6600
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