Horizon News
Horizon Elementary School
September Newsletter
Welcome to September! Here is our digital newsletter for the month. This year, all newsletters will be emailed out, found on FaceBook, the school website, and a link will be texted. We will not be sending paper copies home.
School Newsletter for September
Join us for Family Literacy Night on September 19 from 5:00-7:00 pm. We will have fun literacy activities for the family. Literacy plans also will be handed out for those who qualify that evening.
Title I Meeting - 4:30
Literacy activities will go from 5:00-7:00
Independence Day for Independent Students
At Horizon Elementary, we are working on building both academics and social character in our students. One of our goals is to build their self-confidence and self-esteem. Independence Day is new this year and was created to do just that. It gives students an opportunity to say, "I can do this!" in a safe place. It provides a time and space for students who are ready to be dropped off independently, but haven't had that chance to try. We want to celebrate with your student (and you!)
This is also a RED, WHITE, AND/OR BLUE DRESS UP DAY!
Of course, we always welcome parents on our campus. Jerome School District is committed to the safety of our students. Independence Day will run concurrently with some newly added district security measures. As a district, each school will require all adults on the school campus (inside and outside of the building) to check in to the main office with an official photo ID. The ID must include a picture of the adult checking in and their birthday (drivers license, passports, government issued ID's, etc...). If you choose to join your child on the playground, please check in with your ID at the office prior to entering the playground.
Another security measure added at Horizon is our safety vestibule which should be complete by the end of the month. While we know it will take a little extra time to check into the office, we hope you will see the value of the added security it provides.
On another note, if you would like to visit with a teacher, we encourage setting up a meeting with a teacher to ensure they can give you full focus and keep your student's information confidential.
We are really looking forward to next school year. Here is our suggested school supply list! Please remember brands are a suggestion, not required.
Have a fabulous summer!
September 2 - No School - Labor Day
September 3 - Independence Day (red/white, and/or blue dress up day)
September 3-27 - Fall IRI (ISIP Testing)
September 6 - September Birthday Lunch w/ Principal
September 17 - Constitution Day
September 19 - Family Literacy Night
September 20 - Homecoming Parade and Game (Orange & Black Dress Up Day)
September 26 - School Pictures (Individuals)
October 1 - Vision Screening
October 3-4 - No School (Teacher Inservice)
October 22-23 - Parent Teacher Conferences
October 25 - No School
Horizon PTO
Horizon PTO would like to invite all parents to join them in serving to support our students, schools, teachers, and community while improving our children's educational experience.
El PTO de Horizon desea invitar a todos los padres a unirse a ellos para servir a nuestros estudiantes, escuelas, maestros y comunidad mientras mejoran la experiencia educativa de nuestros hijos.
Meet The Principal
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 have been a member of the Jerome Community and worked for Jerome School District for 22 years. While in Jerome, I have had the opportunity to be a technology teacher and guidance counselor at Jerome Middle School and a guidance counselor, IOT teacher, and Work-Based Learning Coordinator at Jerome High School. My passion is children and watching them develop their individual skills while bringing out their inner genius. I have 4 children ranging in ages from 7-18 and being a parent is the most rewarding challenge ever.
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.
We look forward to building a partnership with the Horizon families this year.
Wendy Ohlensehlen, Ed. S.
Principal, Horizon Elementary School
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