What a great year of music we’ve had at Boone Meadow! Take a look back at these incredible student performances, as well as, our hilarious 2019 kindergarten interviews!

• 2018-2019 Kindergarten interviews- https://youtu.be/IpEJRhYE3vU
• 2019 Boone Meadow Voices spring concert video- https://youtu.be/bhPnoLyxO04
• 2018 Boone Meadow Voices winter concert video- https://youtu.be/B6RZmwJbSLE
• 4th grade music program videos- https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL3bcvxu_dvqk-WppnEHkM2JfeZnRiW_Pe
• 3rd grade music program videos- https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL3bcvxu_dvqnq1fVBJe_Fi3XFnf7be4gS
• 2nd grade in-formance videos- https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL3bcvxu_dvqlrDJeZ23cMuM4yIvYvMviK
• 1st grade in-formance videos- https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL3bcvxu_dvqlGfchH1taCj_0rlSDapHml
• All school Veterans’ Day program video- https://youtu.be/a10iKVX6KRY

You should have received several emals from Registration@zcs.k12.in.us with information and instructions on registering your child(ren) in Zionsville Community Schools for the 2019-2020 school year. We request that you complete this registration on or before Friday, May 31st.

If your child is returning to Zionsville Community Schools next year, and you do not receive this email, please check your spam or junk folder. If you can’t find this email, please let us know.

If your child will not be returning to Zionsville Community Schools next year, please notify your school(s) building secretary at your earliest convenience. For all other residency changes, please contact the Central Office at 317-873-2858.

Choice of 1 Protein/Grain:

· Assorted Cereal w/ Yogurt

· Assorted Cereal w/ Hard Boiled Egg

· Protein Pack

· Bagel/Yogurt

· PB&J UncrustablePW

· Grilled CheeseMSW

Choice of 1 or 2 Vegetables:

· Tri-Taters

Choice of 1 Fruit:

· Peaches

Choice of 1 Milk:

· Milk VarietyM

May

27th - Memorial Day - No School

28th - Last student day

Upcoming dates

August:

5th - Open House/Meet the Teacher Night 5:00-6:30pm

7th - First day of school

15th - Picture Day

22nd - Back to School Curriculum Night

(Kdg 5:30-6:00pm, 1st 6:00-6:30pm, 2nd 6:30-7:00pm, 3rd 7:00-7:30pm, 4th 7:30-8:00pm)

Please send a check made payable to BME in the amount of $15.00, or cash (we cannot make change, so it needs to be the exact cash, please). Any questions, contact Barb Bernard in the office.

The Indiana Department of Education requires school districts to identify high ability (gifted) students and provide them with appropriately differentiated curriculum and instruction. In ZCS, we consider ability and achievement data of all students each spring to identify any who may need advanced instruction and/or curriculum. While the official designation is a state-required label for students, our school district is committed to continuous progress for all students, regardless of designation. Accelerated content is common in our classrooms as are heightened expectations and instructional levels and high-achieving peers. Instructional methods regularly group and regroup students with differentiated materials and goals. Our teachers are committed to regular assessment of skills and knowledge and matching experiences to challenge each child and help him or her make maximum academic growth. We are proud to be a high-performing school district with high expectations for all students.

For students currently in grades 1-3: All students are reviewed each year to determine if they need advanced curriculum and/or instruction. Our identification team looks at both achievement (NWEA) and ability (OLSAT). Since these vary from year to year with young students, we re-look at every student each spring. Parents will be notified by June 10 if their child has been recommended for differentiation based on the need for accelerated instruction or curriculum. If your child was not identified through our extensive process, parents may appeal the decision. Parents can complete the appeal process by June 15. Forms are located on the website: https://1.cdn.edl.io/STFd2znmUm9v64tOK0o5GHa56Sylujl5JYhwFChIXdtXGo0P.pdf

For students currently in grades 4-7: At this level students are more formally identified for high ability classes. All students are considered for high ability each year. Our identification team considers either achievement (NWEA) or ability (OLSAT) when making decisions. Parents will be notified by June 10 if their child has been recommended for differentiation based on the need for accelerated instruction or curriculum. If your child was not identified through our extensive process, parents may appeal the decision. Parents can complete the appeal process by June 15. Forms are located on the website: https://1.cdn.edl.io/STFd2znmUm9v64tOK0o5GHa56Sylujl5JYhwFChIXdtXGo0P.pdf

The Indiana State Department of Health school immunization requirements for 2019-2020 have been updated. Click here to view these new requirements as they have recently changed. Students who do not have the Hepatitis A series may need to get the first dose as soon as possible as there is a minimum interval of six calendar months between the first and second doses. Religious and medical objections to the immunization requirements must be updated and signed each school year. Please feel free to send updated immunization records to the health clinic as you receive them. Contact the school nurse or your physician’s office with any questions.

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.