The Friday Flyer

September 13, 2019

9th Annual Zionsville Elementary Schools Jog-A-Thon

Wednesday, September 25, 2019


As our only student fundraiser for the year, preschool through 4th grade students raise money to support classroom grants, technology, and enrichment at Boone Meadow. Not only does Jog-A-Thon raise much needed funds for our school, but also promotes a fun and healthy activity for the students!


Jog-A-Thon is a huge success every year because of our volunteers, so please mark September 25th on your calendar and join us to help cheer on our kids!


Watch for more details to be sent home from PTO soon!

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PTO Meeting - Sept. 16th @ 7:00

Join us for the first PTO meeting of the year on the evening of September 16th!


Our very own Literacy Coach, Kim Gray, will share with families a variety of strategies and important understandings regarding literacy development with elementary aged children.


We hope to see you on the 16th!

Supporting Students

As we come to the end of Suicide Prevention Week and an already emotionally charged week marking the anniversary of 9/11, this is a suicide prevention piece highlighting some of the key strategies the district has embraced as well as bringing to light initiatives in which the community has invested… as we all work together to keep ZCS youth safe. This simply serves as a reminder that although we formally recognize Suicide Prevention during one week of the year, it is present in our minds at all times. We know that talking about suicide prevention does not cause suicide but rather can be a lifesaver for a child in crisis. Remember that if you know someone in crisis, it is critical to share that information. You can call any district leader, or you can use the ZCS online reporting tool called Report It located in the Quick Links directly under the website banner. Thank you for always partnering with us as we offer support to all students in Zionsville Community Schools


Click the "Teenagers" link below to learn more about ZCS commitment to assist our youth.

Boone Meadow Running Club for 3rd & 4th graders

New this Fall, a Running Club will be offered at BME! Run Club will be held after school on Tuesdays, from 2:30-3:30. Whether your child is new to running, or already has a passion for it, we welcome all levels. Participants will run, or walk, a set course to accumulate mileage towards a goal that is individually set. During our session, we will also spend time learning tips & techniques to stay safe and healthy while running.


  • A Run Club t-shirt is included in the course fee.
  • WE WILL MEET ON THESE DATES: Sept. 17, 24 Oct. 1, 8, 22, 29
  • Oct 29 will be our Success Celebration, with parents encouraged to join us at 3pm.


Register through Eagle Rec on the ZCS Website. Click here: BME Run Club

The School Directory App is Updated for the 2019-20 school year families!

Our Student directory is now complete! Many thanks to the PTO for organizing this helpful resource!


To access the directory follow these steps:

- Go to www.directoryspot.net or download the “Directory Spot” app on a smart phone. Click “Login”.

- Enter your email address as your Username, and click on “Reset Password”. An email will be sent to you with a link to set your password.

- Click on the link in the email to set your password and to log in.


If you have trouble logging in, please contact PTO volunteer Eileen Adam at eileenadam@hotmail.com.

Texts from SchoolMessenger

From time to time Boone Meadow uses SchoolMessenger to send a text to all of the families. If you haven't been receiving texts from us, you may need to opt-in by sending YES to the SchoolMessenger short code of 68453. Contact Beth Kiel in the front office if you have any questions!


bkiel@zcs.k12.in.us

Important Dates

September 16th - PTO Meeting @ 7:00 (Cafe)

September 18th - 1st & 3rd Grade Vision Screening

September 20th - 1st Grade screening with dr's

September 25 - Jog-a-Thon (PTO fundraiser)


October 14-18 - Fall Break

October 28th - PTO Meeting @ 7:00 (Cafe)


November 11 - Veterans Day Program

November 13 & 14 - Student Conferences

  • Student conferences held after school on 11/13 & throughout the day on 11/14
  • Student e-day on the 14th

November 18th - PTO Meeting @ 7:00 (Cafe)

November 27-29 - Thanksgiving Break


December 12th - Boone Meadow Voices Concert

December 23-January 3 - Winter Break


January 20 - MLK Jr. Day (no school)

January 23 - STEM Night


February 5 - Global School Play Day

February 6 - PTO Meeting @ 7:00 (Cafe)

February 17 - Presidents Day (no school)

February 18 - Staff Professional Development Day (no school for students)


March 4 - PTO Meeting @ 7:00 (Cafe)

March 18 - Wellness Night

March 20 - Boone Meadow Mixer (evening social for adults @ Golf Club of Indiana)

March 25 - Kindergarten Round-Up

March 27-April 3 - Spring Break


April 13 - PTO Meeting @ 7:00 (Cafe)


May 6 - PTO Meeting @ 7:00 (Cafe)

May 22 - Last Day of School

For Food Services monthly newsletter and information, click on link below

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Volunteers and Visitor Background Checks

CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKS FOR VOLUNTEERS

We value partnerships with our families and welcome parents and guardians to serve as volunteers in our schools. Each ZCS building offers a wide variety of volunteer opportunities.

Examples include:

  • Field Trip Chaperones
  • Out of Town/Overnight Chaperones
  • Tutors
  • Volunteer Coaches
  • Classroom Helpers (PTO parties/room parents)
  • Library Helpers
  • After Prom Workers
  • Field Day/Jog-A-Thon Volunteers
  • Book Fair Sales/Athletic Ticket Sales

During the school day, all volunteers are expected to sign in at the front office. Prior to the volunteer opportunity, all volunteers must sign a Non-disclosure Acknowledgement Form and have successfully completed a Full Criminal History Background Check. Necessary background check paperwork is available on the ZCS website at the Volunteers/BRAVO link and should be submitted at least 10 days prior to the intended volunteer date. Volunteers must also view the state mandated confidentiality/bullying video, provided on the Volunteer/BRAVO website. The volunteer will pay the fee* for the full background check which will expire after 5 years. The link to apply for the full background check can be accessed on the Volunteers/BRAVO link on the ZCS main webpage. For more information, contact the Volunteer/BRAVO Coordinator.


CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKS FOR VISITORS

During the school day, all visitors must enter via the front door and sign-in at the front office. Visitors need to be prepared to present a government issued photo ID which will be scanned against the National Sex Offender Registry. All visitors will be issued a visitor badge/tag to be worn inside the building at all times.

Examples Include:

  • Lunch Guests
  • Classroom Guest Speakers
  • Classroom Special Events (Grandparent Day/Famous Hoosiers/etc.)
  • Parent/Teacher Conferences

We ask that all visitors schedule an appointment to meet with teachers, counselors, administrators and all other staff members so that we may best serve everyone. Visitors other than parents/guardians must be prearranged and organized through the main office.

*ZCS thanks all volunteers for generous support of our youth and schools. Thank you, too, for supporting assurance of student and staff safety by completing and paying for a volunteer background check.

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State of the School Address

Please join Dr. Robison for the State of the Schools Address at ZionsvilleTown Hall on September 17th. To register for this free event, please click the link below.


https://zionsvilleincoc.wliinc32.com/events/TheState%20of%20the%20School%20Address-1006/details