The Parent Connections
December 2019
In an effort to keep our schools safe, all volunteers (including staff) must complete a volunteer application form/criminal background check request and be approved as a volunteer prior to volunteering.
This form must be completed at least 5 business days prior to the event in which the volunteer chooses to participate.
The length of time to process volunteer forms could take up to 2 weeks. Additional information may be needed on a background check such as: social security number, fingerprints, etc. This may take some extra time to process.
You will receive an email once the volunteer form has been processed.
Volunteer forms can be found at:
http://www.decaturproud.org/families/volunteer
Click on the Families, then Volunteers
Electronic Form:18 years and older
Students ages: 14-17 years who want to volunteer need to submit a volunteer form
When volunteer opportunities become available, you will receive an email with a link to sign up to help with an event.
Note:
Bev O’Toole (SD, VM and WN) 317-241-0183 or botoole@decaturproud.org.
Michelle Martin (Blue / Gold) 317-856-4100 or mnmartin@decaturproud.org.
Letters to Santa
Beginning the week of December 2nd, a mailbox will be placed, near the front office at each of the elementary schools, to receive Santa letters. Macy’s will donate $ 1.00 up to $ 1 million dollars to the Make a Wish Foundation.
Letters do not need to be in an envelope.
The last day to drop off your letter will be: Wednesday, Dec. 18th.
The letters will be delivered to the Macy’s in the Greenwood Park Mall.
Every time you shop at Kroger, you are helping support a Decatur Township School.
If you are not enrolled in the Kroger Community Rewards Program click on the dark red Kroger Community Rewards button below and sign up.
Thanks for helping our Decatur Township Schools.
MSD Decatur Food Services
Bus Drivers Needed
Flexible Hours:
6 am to 9 am and 2 pm to 5 pm
You only work when students are in school
Pay: $16.00 per hour for sub drivers
Training:
Free and completed in 6 weeks
Please call 317-856-8060 ext 204
Mark Anderson
Decatur Township Library Cards
Decatur Township has entered into a partnership with the Indianapolis Public Library. Through this partnership, every year we provide the library with a list of our students, and they match the list with their database of patrons. If a student does not currently have a library card, they will be issued one. This program has been very successful in our schools and in other districts in Indianapolis.
The special card students receive will give them access to all of the library’s digital materials, such as databases of magazine and journal articles, downloadable ebooks, emagazines and audio books. In addition, it will give them very limited access to physical items, such as regular books. Of course, you can change this to a full access card by visiting your library. This is an outstanding opportunity for your student. If for any reason you do not wish for your child to participate, please contact our school office for paperwork to opt out.
Any questions or concerns about the program can be directed to Lynn Hodgkin, Elementary Media Coordinator, at 317-856-2221.
Family Events in Indianapolis
Jingle Rails at the Eiteljog Museum
Jolly Days at the Children's Museum
Circle of Lights
Friday, November 29
Time: 6-8:00 pm
As the cold weather approaches remember to wear your hats and mittens.
District Inclement Weather Policy
During the winter months, there are several chances that school may be closed or on delay due to weather circumstances. The following information has been shared on our website regarding how those decisions are made for our district. Please click on the link for more information.
Bev O'Toole, Parent Liaison- Stephen Decatur, Valley Mills, and West Newton
Contact information: botoole@decaturproud.org or 317-241-0183
Michelle Martin, Parent Liaison-Blue and Gold Academies
Contact information: mnmartin@decaturproud.org or 317-856-4100
2019-2020 School Calendar
2020-2021 School Calendar
From the Board of Education:
It is the Board’s commitment to provide a safe, positive, productive and nurturing educational environment for all of its students. Any individual who believes a student has been or is the victim of discrimination, bullying, or harassment should report the situation to the building principal or designee or complete the School District’s Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying report form, which is available online at www.decaturproud.org.