The Tiger Times
5/5/2023
West Newton Elementary
Email: sstrube@decaturproud.org
Website: decaturproud.org/westnewtonelementary
Location: West Newton Elementary School, 7529 South Mooresville Road, West Newton, IN, USA
Phone: 317856-5237
Twitter: @wntigers
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PRINCIPAL'S MESSAGE
Dear West Newton Families,
Happy May and just 3 more weeks of school! Our last student day will be Thursday, May 25.
It’s important that our students are registered as soon as possible as we continue to create our class lists. Online Registration for returning students in grades 1-6 continues to be open so please access this link https://www.decaturproud.org and click on "Returning Student Registration” if you’ve not already registered your child or children. New to West Newton students would need to have proof of residence (a current bill, a lease), immunization records, and your child’s birth certificate. Kindergartners are all considered “new” so you would need to provide the documents I’ve noted for “New to West Newton Students” and Kindergartners must be 5 years old by August 1, 2023 in order to register.
If you need any assistance with Online Registration then please call the West Newton office at 317-856-5237 and either Mrs. Mills or Mrs. Enright will be able to support you.
If you have any questions regarding early entrance to Kindergarten then you need to contact our Assistant Principal Mrs. McGuffey.
The West Newton staff continues to prepare our students to be “Tomorrow Ready”. Thank you so much for partnering with us in our students’ success and for sharing your children with us. #DecaturProud
With Tiger Pride,
Susan D. Strube
Principal
ABC DAYS of LEARNING SPIRIT DAYS
M (May 8) - Music day (Music contest on announcements or throughout day)
N (May 9) - Number day (Do something in class with math facts or numbers)
O (May 10) - Old Person Day - Dress up day
P (May 11) - Pajama Day - Dress up day
Q (May 12) - Quarter Donation Day - donate a quarter for sensory path or snack day, grade level that brings in most could earn reward (like extra recess)
R (May 15) - Read a Book Day
S (May 16) - Sticky Note Reward (Snack Day) - the school is working towards earning a reward
T (May 17) - Tie Dye(wear tie dye) - Dress up day
U (May 18) - Uniform day (dress like your future career) - Dress up day
V (May 19) - Video day (watch a movie or video in class, following school guidelines for movies)
W (May 22) - West Newton Day (dress up with school spirit) - Dress up day
X (May 23) - Xtra Day- donate extra school supplies, MORE INFORMATION TO COME!
Y (May 24) - Yellow Day (wear yellow) - Dress up day
Z (May 25)- Zee ya later! (last day of school, nothing special this day)
YEARBOOKS ARE HERE!!
If you didn't order, but would like this special keepsake, it isn't too late. I ordered a few extra copies! Yearbooks are $20 each - limited supply on a fist come, first serve basis.
MEDICAID IMMUNIZATION INFORMATION
Do you or your children have health insurance through Indiana's Medicaid or Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP)?
If so, here’s what you need to know. Be on the lookout for a renewal letter in the mail from Indiana's Medicaid office. To ensure you receive this critical piece of mail: make sure your address, email and phone number are up to date with Indiana's Medicaid office. https://www.in.gov/medicaid/
This renewal letter will tell you one of three things: • Indiana's Medicaid office is renewing your Medicaid or CHIP coverage, or • Indiana's Medicaid office is ending your Medicaid or CHIP coverage, or • Indiana's Medicaid office needs more information to determine if you or your family member still qualify for Medicaid or CHIP. If so, a renewal form will be included.
Remember: Update your address. We don’t want you to miss this important piece of mail.
To update your contact information or get questions answered about your Medicaid/CHIP coverage, visit Medicaid.gov/renewals, or https://www.in.gov/medicaid/ or call 1-800-457-4584.
No longer qualify for Medicaid or CHIP and need help enrolling in the Marketplace? You can find free, unbiased help at:
Contact information for community based organizations in states with a federally facilitate marketplace https://www.cms.gov/files/document/2022-navigator-grant-recipients.pdf
For states with a state-based marketplace, link to https://localhelp.healthcare.gov/.
2023/2024 REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Decatur Township Families,
Registration is now open for the 2023-2024 school year! Registering your child right away helps the district to plan for student and hiring needs. Please go to https://www.decaturproud.org and click on "Returning Student Registration." You will need your Skyward Family Access login information. If you need assistance with this information, please contact your child's school office.
Registering a new Kindergarten student? Please click on "Kindergarten Enrollment (2023-2024)."
Kindergarten Round-Up Events at each elementary school will take place on April 20th, 5:00-7:00 p.m.
Instructions for both the returning and new student registration processes are attached.
Thank you!
ATHLETIC PERFORMANCE CAMP
My name is Adam Lane and I am the Head Strength and Sports Performance Coach for Decatur Township. I instruct all of the athletic performance classes at Decatur Central High School.
I am excited to announce that we will be offering an Athletic Performance Camp for incoming 4th- 8th grade student-athletes this summer.
June 5-June 28
Monday and Wednesday Afternoons
$60 per student
Please review the flyer below for more details including dates, times, and camp specifics.
To register, clink the appropriate group link or scan the QR code from the flyer
Group 1: 4th - 6th grade (1:00-1:50pm)
Link: https://public.eventlink.com/registrations?id=97b862f7-1a19-4133-628e-08db40742a5c
Group 2 : 7th - 8th grade (2:00-2:50 pm)
Link: https://public.eventlink.com/registrations?id=0cb40593-9792-43dd-628f-08db40742a5c
VOLLEYBALL CLINIC
Boys and girls in grades 1st-6th interested in learning to play volleyball. There will be a clinic in May. If you like to win prizes, eat candy, and get t-shirts while learning to play volleyball then join the fun. Pick up your registration forms from the office or from your P.E. Teacher. Don't miss out, the clinic starts Tues. May 2
Thank you,
Tandace Joseph
Varsity Volleyball Coach
7th Grade Art Teacher
Music for All Abilities
"Music for All Abilities" is a day camp where participants work with professional and student music educators and music therapists in a fun, interactive day of music at UIndy. The program provides structured opportunities for peers of all abilities to collaborate, interact, create, and engage in active music making.
Open to children entering Kindergarten to grade 12+. Please see the event registration for more information:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/music-for-all-abilities-camp-tickets-574449121787
Distribution of information by a community group in accordance with MSD Decatur policy does not imply, directly or indirectly, that the group's program(s), event(s) and/or service(s) is sanctioned, sponsored or endorsed by the district, the Board of Education or the superintendent."
West Newton PTO - Events at a Glance
SHOUT OUT TO OUR POPCORN CREW!!!
AYS ~ Summer
Summer Days are on their way, and At Your School (AYS) is offering a full-day camp for Decatur Township families (Pre-K – 6) at Blue & Gold Academy from June 5 – July 14. Join AYS and capture the sunshine and positive vibes to help you shine through the summer. Current and waitlisted AYS families who register by February 28 will receive $100 off per child! Learn more and register at www.ayskids.org/summer!
DCHS FOOD BANK
Decatur Township Families,
Dry and fresh food items will be available for drive thru pick-up for any families with children enrolled in MSD of Decatur Township Schools!
When: Selected Thursdays 11:30AM – 12:50PM (dates below)
Where: DCHS, Door 1
How to apply: Complete the intake form below and submit! (required for each distribution date) The form must be completed by the Tuesday before the pick date. 2023 days have been updated on the google form.
Click Here to complete the form.
May 11
Please see QR Code below.
Indianapolis Public Library: Decatur Branch Programming Survey
Hello Decatur Township community members.
Please share your input on programs you would like to see offered at the Indianapolis Public Library Decatur Branch and what times work best for you and your family. Follow the link to fill out a brief survey. Thank you for your time. https://forms.gle/SMY6iUxCGHUaSbMF9
Distribution of information by a community group in accordance with MSD Decatur policy does not imply, directly or indirectly, that the group's program(s), event(s) and/or service(s) is sanctioned, sponsored or endorsed by the district, the Board of Education or the superintendent."
LOST and FOUND
POPCORN FRIDAY EVERY WEEK
Popcorn is $.50 per bag. Popcorn money will be collected all week and the popcorn will be distributed during the students' lunch time. All proceeds benefit the Student Activity fund and the Staff Fund.
Popcorn Friday will take place every week!!
SCHOOL SUPPLIES STORE
COKE LIDS COLLECTION
FOOD FREE BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS
NO SMOKING / NO VAPING POLICY
Decatur Township School Police Department, (DTSPD), in collaboration with the Drug Free Coalition, is excited to offer a new diversion program for students found to be in possession of tobacco products,
e-cigarettes, and or vaping devices. DTSPD has also partnered with our local courts in an effort to minimize the use of these products and devices on our campuses. Our students, if found with the aforementioned items, would be in violation of Indiana Code 35-46-1-10.5, Minor in Possession of a Tobacco Product or an Electronic Cigarette or 7.1-5-12-8 Smoking in a Prohibited Area. Each of these would be met with an Indiana citation, also known as a “Uniform Traffic Ticket,” (UTT). When submitted to the courts, the cost of the ticket for this violation is $170.50. This is an actual ticket and will affect your license or the ability to obtain one if left unpaid. Our objective however, is not to create financial hardship, but to have an opportunity to educate students and families on the dangers of vaping and tobacco products. Twice per month, DTSPD officers will present a 1-hour class for students who have opted to accept the terms of the diversion program. The cost of the class for a student attending alone is $75.00. If a student attends the class with a parent or guardian, the class is discounted at a cost of $25.00. Upon the completion of the class, the UTT, or citation, will not be referred to the courts, and there will be no record of the violation. A student may only participate in the program once per school year, and only twice throughout their entire school career.