Longfellow Newsletter
Week of: May 31st-No School Monday Last Day Wednesday
Every Student Counts, Every Moment Matters!
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First Bell-7:50 am / Tardy Bell-7:55 am
Message From Principal Webb
Dear Longhorn families,
Thank you so much to our PTA and community for a successful Carnival!
So many fun things planned as we wrap up the school year.
Tuesday we have a Fun Fest planned for the kids. Tuesday night will be 6th grade celebration.
Many new items added to the newsletter for your information so please check out all of the links and information below!
6th grade clap-out on Wednesday at the end of the day!!
No School on Monday and Wednesday is the last day of school with an early out!
Please return library books and checkout the Lost and Found.
Have a great weekend!
Kelli Webb
Mark Your Calendars
No School- May 30th
Longfellow FunFest- 31st
6th grade celebration- May 31st
Last day for students- June 1
School Meal Update
Dear Families and Staff,
We would like to share information with you regarding meal costs for the 2022-23 school year. Unfortunately, the government-funded free meal program for all students that was established during the COVID-19 pandemic will come to an end at the conclusion of the 2021-22 school year. This means that there will now be a cost associated with school meals for all families who do not meet the Free & Reduced Meal requirements when school begins next fall.
We understand this change may cause concern; however, there are important steps you can take today to make sure your student receives the meals they need next year.
- Complete an application for Free & Reduced Meals. If your student qualifies for free or reduced meals, they can still receive them next year, but you must take action to make it happen. The 2022-2023 online application will be available on our District’s website after July 1, 2022, at https://www.myschoolapps.com/Home/PickDistrict. Even if you completed the 2021-2022 application, you will still need to complete the 2022-2023 application as well. If you need assistance completing this form, please contact the Nutrition Services Department at (319) 688-1021.
- Families that do not qualify for free or reduced meals can begin depositing money into their student’s meal account by logging into MySchoolBucks.com to prepare for the cost of school lunches next year. Information on meal prices for the 2022-2023 school year can be found at www.iowacityschools.org/MealPrices. If you have questions about adding money to your student’s account or if you need assistance accessing MySchoolBucks, please contact the Nutrition Services Department at (319) 688-1021.
Our District will make summer meals available for all children without charge. Meals will be provided, on a first-come, first-serve basis, at the site and times as follows:
WHAT: Morning Snack
WHERE: Wetherby Park
WHEN: June 13th - July 1st AND July 11th - August 5th
TIME: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM Monday through Friday
Thank you for your attention to this upcoming change. We remain dedicated to ensuring that all students have access to school meals and we will provide the necessary assistance to make that possible. Please have a safe and enjoyable summer!
Sincerely,
Alison Demory
Director of Nutrition Services
Iowa City Community School District
Summer Reading Newsletter!
BLOOM AT LONGFELLOW ON TUESDAY!
Covid-19 updates
Dear Families and Staff,
Our District has continued to track COVID-19 rates in our schools and in our county while also working closely with Johnson County Public Health and local health experts regarding appropriate COVID-19 safety protocols. Unfortunately, the Johnson County COVID-19 transmission level has again shifted into the “high” category.
As a reminder, our District continues to follow our health and safety guidelines, which are adjusted based on the county transmission level. Due to this shift into the “high” transmission category, we encourage you to wear a mask indoors when appropriate, practice social distancing when possible, and stay home when sick as these continue to be effective COVID-19 health and safety measures. On May 16, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 8th Circuit ruled that school districts cannot universally require facemasks to be worn; however, we continue to strongly encourage their use when COVID-19 transmission rates are high in our community. In addition, it is recommended to get vaccinated (and boosted) if you are eligible.
We recognize that we are three days from the end of the school year. Many celebrations are taking place today and next week throughout the District. We will allow students to gather in mixed classroom cohorts for these celebrations. In addition, we are going to continue to allow visitors and volunteers into buildings through the last day of school. We strongly encourage all students, staff, and visitors to wear a mask while in a school building or while attending graduation ceremonies.
These health and safety precautions play a critical role in controlling the spread of COVID-19 within our community and protecting those that are most vulnerable to the virus. We appreciate your support and collaboration in keeping our community safe.
Sincerely,
Matt Degner
Superintendent
Iowa City Community School District
BOOST Program at SEJH for incoming 7th graders
Summer camp list:
SUMMER SPORTS CAMP OPTIONS:
Cross-Country Camp
District:Iowa City Community School District
Our Price:$50.00
Availability: Available
June 13 - 15, 20228:00AM - 9:30AM
Location: City High Gym Foyer
Equipment: T-shirt, shorts, running shoes
Build the City High Cross Country TEAM concept.
Begin a training program to prepare runners for City High & South East Junior High seasons. Introduce runners to a variety of workouts and practical strength training for runners. Provide runners with information regarding nutrition, shoes, injury prevention, all-weather training.
HERE is the link to the camp registration
Linktree with resources for student family advocate: Caitlin Hauskins
ATTENDANCE
Please remember the importance of your student arriving on time each day. School starts at 7:50 and the tardy bell rings at 7:55. If students arrive late they must enter through the front office door. After school students need to return home to check in before playing on equipment. The BASP program has access to the playground until 6:00 pm each day after school. Any student on the playground without supervision will be sent home.
An attendance reminder: students who have more than 5 tardies, or 8-10 absences will need to have a meeting at the school to see what supports we can put in place to support school attendance.
Masks remain a requirement for all students, staff, and visitors to our schools. In addition, we highly recommend that all eligible individuals receive the COVID-19 vaccine. For individuals that have received the vaccine, we strongly encourage you to get the booster. Boosters are now available for those age 12 and older. For individuals five years of age and older who have not yet received the COVID-19 vaccine, this vaccine locator may be used to find a provider near you.
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Longfellow Elementary School
Every student counts. Every moment matters.
ADDRESS: 1130 Seymour Ave., Iowa City, IA 52240
PHONE: 319-688-1135
FAX: 319-688-1136
Kelli Webb, Principal
Caitlin Hauskins, SFA
Stacia Nkumu, Principal Secretary
Non-Discrimination Policy:
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 the Director of Equity, 1725 N. Dodge St., Iowa City, IA 52245, (319) 688-1000.