It's hard to believe that we are in the middle of July already and plans for returning to school are underway! We miss you and the children and are excited to get everyone back in the building. Please take a few minutes to catch up on all the summer happenings and mark your calendars for upcoming events.

Please take a moment to sign up for email notices of the Jetliner by clicking the follow button to the right of this message.

I can't wait to see you all again soon! Please contact me if you have questions.

Mrs. McCullough

Elementary Principal

mccullom@accs.k12.in.us 260-692-1013

Dear Adams Central Elementary Families,

It is with great joy and excitement that I get to introduce myself as the newly appointed Assistant Principal of Adams Central Elementary School. I truly feel honored and blessed to become a member of the school community, which has already given me a warm welcome. I believe that together, we can and will do great things this upcoming school year.

Professionally, I have nineteen years of experience in the field of education in two different school districts (DeKalb County Central United School District and Southwest Allen County Schools). My educational experiences have included teaching 8th grade Language Arts, 5th grade, and reading interventions. I have also spent much of my career as a Literacy Specialist, providing coaching and professional development to teachers in the areas of reading and writing. I have met many wonderful people and have forged many relationships that I value dearly. Every one of these experiences has prepared me for my most exciting endeavor yet!

Outside of the classroom, I have been married to my husband Doug, for 15 years. He is a teacher and the girls’ varsity basketball coach at Adams Central High School. Doug and I have three children between us, with a daughter-in-law and a son-in-law, as well. At the beginning of August, we will be welcoming our third grandchild into the world. When we are not at school or coaching, we enjoy spending time at the lake, traveling, watching sports, and being with our kids and grandchildren.

As the new Assistant Principal, it is my goal to carry on the rich tradition of educational excellence that has been the hallmark of Adams Central Community Schools. I will work hard to make sure that everyone who steps through our doors is excited to be here!

It is hard to believe that school is only a month away. I am super excited to meet all the students at Adams Central Elementary. I hope that as you begin attending upcoming school events that you will introduce yourselves. In the meantime, enjoy the rest of your summer! Let’s go JETS!

Sincerely,

Megan Curtis

Those attending in person will have access to computers for online registration. In addition, there will be information regarding Girl Scouts, car pickup registration, parent volunteers, PTO, classroom teacher names, classroom supply lists, etc.

We recommend that all Kindergarten students register in person so we can meet you and ensure that you have all your questions answered.

Curious about your child's classroom teacher? You may find out your child's teacher July 27 or after through one of the following:

• Attending the registration event in-person
• Accessing your child's PowerSchool account July 27 or thereafter
• Email one of the following staff members mccullom@accs.k12.in.us, derooa@accs.k12.in.us, geerkenc@accs.k12.in.us, curtism@accs.k12.in.us, rhymers@accs.k12.in.us, and a reply will be given as soon as possible.
• You may call the elementary office at 692-6629. As we will be busy with registration on July 27, please leave a message and your call will be returned as soon as possible.

BOOK FEES may be paid by cash or check at registration. If you will not be attending registration you may mail a check written to Adams Central and mail it to the following. Please be sure to include the names of your students.

Adams Central Elementary

Atten. Connie Geerken

222 W. Washington St.

Monroe, IN 46772

Fee Amount

Kindergarten....$53.98

1st Grade....$53.98

2nd Grade....$53.98

3rd Grade....$52.60

4th Grade....$81.16

5th Grade....$85.63

When you come to register for a bar code, please be sure to have the make, model, and license plate number for each vehicle.

If you already have a tag there is nothing further that you need to do for the upcoming year.

https://www.accs.k12.in.us

There have been many changes in staffing this year. Here is an updated list of classroom teachers and instructional aides.

Kdg: Amanda Reynolds, Mandi Herring, Shelby Dalrymple, Samantha Beer

1st: Katie Linder, Kaitlyn Busse, Mandy Andrews, Carrie Aschliman

2nd: Doug Linthicum, Leann Schwartz, Carla Bluhm, Alyssa Hildebrand, Chyenne Wilder

3rd: Christie Beer, Mykala Liter, Tayia Meadows, Hayli Fiechter, Taya Gonzalez

4th: Tamber Hildebrand, Adam Yates, Alison Yoder, Jamie Miller, Lanette Buchan

5th: Ashley Stafford, Audrey Burson, Alexis Ramseyer, Rachel Fiechter

Special areas: Kristin Latman Art, Leslie King Music, Bryce Richey PE, Jeanne Steffen STEM, Debbie Accord/Stephanie Patterson Library

Mindy Dubach will be moving to Title 1 Kindergarten support.

We also welcome Vickie Alberson and Courtney Martens as preschool aides. Emily Hurst, Kayla Schenkel, and Sabrina Newland will be joining us as primary instructional aides. Lexi Schwaller will be a Resource Room aide.

Tuesday, July 27: Elementary Registration, 2-6 PM

Tuesday, August 10: Back-to-School Night, 5:30-6:30 PM

Monday, August 16: First Day of School

Friday, August 20: Elementary Picture Day

Monday, September 6: Labor Day, No School

Monday, September 13: PTO Meeting, Elementary Library 6:30 PM

Friday, September 24: PTO Walk-a-Thon

Tuesday, September 28: Terry Hall Body Safety