Wickham Elementary
October 28th, 2022
Message from Principal Daubs
Thank you very much for taking the time to complete the HRS (High Reliability School) survey! We value your input and will use that information along with the staff and student survey feedback to make Wickham an even better place to learn and grow!
Parent Teacher Conferences
This fall, Wickham Elementary School will hold parent-teacher conferences in person and virtually. Conferences will be held on the following dates:
- November 9th, 2022- 3:10 pm - 7:10 pm
- November 17th, 2022- 2:10 pm - 7:10 pm
- November 18th, 2022- 7:40 am - 3:40 pm
Note: Pre-K Students will have additional conference blocks starting at 8:10 am on Thursday, November 17th.
You may sign up for a conference with your child’s classroom teacher through the link attached: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094DA9AB2BAAF9CF8-parent
The first page you will see is a listing of the teachers at Wickham. You will scroll or search for your student's teacher, then find an appointment time that works best. After clicking "Sign Up," there is a button stating, "Submit and Sign Up." Press this button. You will be asked to select your preference for in-person or zoom. If you choose to have a virtual session, your student's teacher will send a link to your email, containing this information. After this selection please list your (parent) first and last name, then your email address. Click "Sign Up Now." For an easier experience, feel free to sign up using a desktop computer.
For questions please contact the front office at 319-688-1175 or macleod.emily@iowacityschools.org
Reminder: October 31st, 2022
Student Spotlight!
One Book Two Book Festival Writing Contest
Students in grades 1-8 in Iowa City-Cedar Rapids Corridor area school districts, or home school students in those equivalent grades, are encouraged to submit one page of writing for the 2023 One Book Two Book festival from the Iowa City UNESCO City of Literature. This can be any type of writing: story, essay, poem, song lyric, graphic novel page, etc. The piece must be an original work, written this school year, and in polished form – ready for publication. Submissions that are longer than one page will not be considered. The deadline to submit is Monday, December 12, 2022. Please find more information at www.iowacityofliterature.org/onebooktwobook/
There's no Book Fair like a Scholastic Book Fair!
Get Ready! The Scholastic Book Fair is coming our way (YAY!). Choosing their own books empowers kids and inspires them to become Bolder, Prouder, and Stronger Readers. AND—as always—every book they buy earns rewards for our school.
Here’s what you need to know about the Fair, which will take place on...
Monday November 7th: 8:00 a.m. - 2:40 p.m.
Thursday November 10th: 8:00 a.m. - 2:40 p.m.
Friday November 11th: 8:00 a.m. - 2:40 p.m
This year, say goodbye to cash and hello to eWallet—your child’s digital payment account. Before the Fair, set up eWallet for worry-free, cash-free purchases. The book fair will still accept cash, checks (made out to Wickham Elementary,) and credit cards!
If you can’t make it to the Fair, then shop at our school’s Online Book Fair. All orders ship directly to your home, and shipping is free for book orders over $25. Your online orders will also benefit our school.
The countdown to more Bookjoy is on! Catch you at the Fair!
Reach out to our librarian, Mike Schlitz, with any questions! schlitz.michael@iowacityschools.org
Forgotten Items
What's Happening in November at Wickham...
- 7th- Book Fair
- 8th- No School
- 9th- Parent/Teacher Conferences, Book Fair
- 10th & 11th- Book Fair
- 17th- Parent/Teacher Conferences
- 18th- No School, Parent/Teacher Conferences
- 23rd, 24th, & 25th- No School
Our district calendar can be found here!
A Note from the Health Office
The Iowa City Community School District has a protocol in place for sending and keeping children home from school when they are ill. We follow this protocol to make sure that children are given an adequate amount of time and rest to get well before returning to school and to prevent the spread of germs to other children and school staff. Please help to keep the schools in the Iowa City Community School District healthy environments by following these simple rules:
- Keep your child home from school when he/she has a fever of 100.4 (F) or greater and for 24 hours after the fever has gone away, without taking Tylenol or ibuprofen.
- Keep your child home from school when he/she has diarrhea and/or vomiting and for 24 hours after these symptoms have occurred.
- When your child returns to school after an illness he/she should be able to participate in the total school program including outdoor recess and physical education. Your child will be excused from outside recess and physical education after an illness only by a written recommendation from your family doctor or primary health care provider.
- Please be sure the school has a telephone number where you can be reached in case your child becomes ill at school. Call the school if your child will not be attending school because of illness
Attendance Information
After-School Activities/Transport Changes
Parents, please continue to communicate with the school office at least 30 minutes prior to dismissal each day with any changes to your child's transportation or after-school activity. Prior to the dismissal, the office will send a note directly to your child stating the change and who it came from. Calling early ensures that your child will be prepared after school!
You can call the office at 319-688-1175 or email macleod.emily@iowacityschools.org
Classroom Celebrations
Volunteer Opportunities!
We love our volunteers and are always looking for more people to help out! There are many opportunities throughout the year to volunteer at school. Field trips, lunchroom support, library assistance, and classroom helpers are always looking for help. If you are interested in volunteering please fill out the application attached to the link below. This form must be completed before volunteering!! https://iowacityschools.quickleasepro.com/d/apply/64179
Recess Weather Guidelines
- 0 (and below) degrees temp and/or wind chill = INDOORS
1- 49 degrees = pants, coat, appropriate head & hands outerwear; must have boots & snow pants to play in the snow
50-59 degrees = long sleeve shirt or jacket, shorts optional
60+ degrees = jacket optional (student choice)
As temperatures begin to drop and your family needs winter gear, please contact Lori Montgomery our SFA at montgomery.lori@iowacityschools.org
Non Discrimination Policy
It is the policy of the Iowa City Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status in its educational programs, activities, or employment practices. There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy, please contact Eric Howard, Director of Equity and Employee Relations, 1725 N. Dodge St., Iowa City, IA 52245, 319-688-1000, howard.eric@iowacityschools.org.