Panther Pause
October 2021
Paragon Elementary - Learning with PBL
Paragon Elementary provides a quality education in a safe and nurturing environment for all students to be productive, responsible citizens and inspire lifelong learning.
Email: ryan.cox@msdmartinsville.org
Website: msdofmartinsville.org/paragon-elementary/
Location: 520 W Union St, Paragon, IN 46166, USA
Phone: (765)537-2276
Facebook: facebook.com/ParagonElementaryPanthers
Twitter: @ParagonPanther
YMCA Before & After School Care
Halloween Parties
The Paragon PTO will sponsor our Halloween parties. They will provide a craft, a game, and a snack for each class. Please make sure your child is able to get in and out of the costume when using the restroom. Please remember, no masks or weapons!!
Important Dates
- October 5th - Fire Safety Program
- October 8th - End of 1st 9 Weeks
- October 11th-15th - Fall Break No School
- October 20th - Report Cards
- October 29th - Fall Parties
- November 4th - Grandparent's Night
- November 8th - Pre-K Picture Day & K-4 Picture Retake Day
- November 24th-26th - Thanksgiving Break - No School
Dear Parent or Guardian,
This year, your child’s school will be using the MBF Child Safety Matters® program (the Program) from the Monique Burr Foundation for Children. The goal of the Program is to help keep your child safe.
The Program empowers children to spot and respond to bullying, cyberbullying, child abuse, and digital dangers. Most importantly, it teaches that adults are responsible for their safety but there are things they can do to help adults keep them safe. The Program is based on the latest research and has been reviewed and endorsed by national experts.
Why does your child need a safety program?
» 10% of children are abused before their 18th birthday
» 14% of children have been solicited online
» 28% of students have been bullied
» 90% of children between 8 and 16 years have viewed explicit material online
The Program teaches about these dangers by:
» using age-appropriate, easy to understand language.
» playing fun games and activities.
» providing take-home items to remind children and parents of the lessons and Safety Rules.
When children are taught safety information and rules to help them stay safe, they perform better in school and enjoy healthier, happier, and safer lives.
You can learn more about the Program at www.mbfpreventioneducation.org.
Items to Remember Everyday!!
1. A backpack
2. Your fully charged device
3. A refillable water bottle
New Bus App
Click this link - https://www.msdofmartinsville.org/transportation-and-safety/ - to learn more!!
Masks are required on school buses for the duration of the federal mask mandate for public transportation. Masks will be provided to those who do not have them.
Medicine Reminder
Families,
This is a friendly reminder to let the office know when sending any medication to school with your student. Medicine must be in the original packaging and accompanied by a note from the parent/guardian with dosage instructions.
Important Info!!!!!
Please send a note with your child if their "go home" procedures have changed. If there is an emergency change during the day, please call the office no later than 3:00 pm.
Text Book Assistance
2021-2022 Textbook Fees
Kindergarten - $174.76
1st Grade - $182.65
2nd Grade - $207.95
3rd Grade - $227.48
4th Grade - $226.16