Horizon's Monthly Newsletter
September 2018
Important Dates
Sept. 3 – No School
Sept. 5-7 – ISIP Testing
Sept. 10-14 – Book Fair
Sept. 14 – September Birthday Celebration @ lunch
Sept. 17 – Constitution Day
Sept. 20 – Comprehensive Literacy Night
Sept. 28th – Homecoming Parade (Black & Orange Day)
Oct 4 & 5 – NO SCHOOL
Oct. 8 - School Pictures
Oct. 23 & 24 – P/T Conferences
Oct. 26 – NO SCHOOL
Please join us in welcoming our new staff members
Our new teachers include:
- Miss Zollinger (JEEP)
- Mr. LaCroix (1st)
- Mrs. Martin (2nd)
- Mrs. Anderson (3rd)
- Miss Fox (3rd)
- Miss Semler (3rd)
Our new paraprofessionals include:
- Noemi Vences
- Cieara Davis
- Trina Baird
- Rachel Ratliff
Meet Your Teacher
Our staff enjoyed meeting many of you at Meet Your Teacher. We believe in working together with families as part of your student’s educational team while celebrating accomplishments along the way. There are many other fun events planned for the school year including Family Literacy Night, STEM Night, along with many others.
We hope you will join us and look forward to seeing you at many other fun events!
The Leader In Me - 7 Habits
September's Habit #1 – Be Proactive
You are in charge!
I am a responsible person. I take initiative. I choose my actions, attitudes, and moods. I do not blame others for my wrong actions. I do the right thing without being asked, even when no one is looking.
Some examples might include:
1. (In this roleplay, you should be your child’s sibling.) Tell your child that you broke his or her favorite toy by accident. Tell him or her that you don’t think it’s a very big deal because he or she has many toys.
2. (In this roleplay, you should play the part of your child and your child should play the part of you). Tell your child that you are “sooooo bored” and there is nothing fun to do. Complain that no one wants to play and that he or she (as the parent) needs to amuse you
Horizon's Schedule (2018-2019)
● Breakfast K-3 begins @ 7:45 a.m.
● First bell rings @ 8:20 a.m., Tardy bell rings @ 8:25 a.m.
● Students are dismissed @ 3:10 p.m. Monday - Thursday
● Early Release each Friday @ 2:10 p.m.
Kindergarten
Morning Kindergarten classes:
8:20 a.m.-11:25 a.m. Monday –Thursday
8:20 a.m. - 10:55 a.m. Friday
Afternoon Kindergarten classes:
12:10 p.m.-3:10 p.m. Monday –Thursday
11:40 a.m. -2:10 p.m. Friday
Horizon Office opens @ 7:30 a.m.
Afterschool Plan Changes
If you have a change of plans and need a message delivered to your student, please make sure to call the office by 2:30 PM Monday-Thursday and 1:30 PM on Fridays.
Welcome to Horizon Elementary School! I am excited to be joining the amazing Horizon staff and eager to work and build strong partnerships with the families and students of our school. Learning should be fun and engaging. It is important to me that everyone who steps through our doors – teacher, students, and parents – are excited to be here! This attitude enables us to meet the challenges and curriculum goals in a positive, fun, and nurturing environment.
I believe every student is entitled to an equal and individualized education. Building relationships and providing structure are essential to meet this goal. In addition to a focus on student achievement and positive relationships, it is particularly important to me to make sure you and your child feel safe at school. If you ever have a concern or question about a specific situation or procedure, please do not hesitate to stop in, call, or email me to discuss any concerns or ideas.
Wendy Ohlensehlen, EdS
Horizon Elementary Principal
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