River Birch Insider
February 26, 2021
Celebrating Black History
One Avon Team: Many of you have reached out asking about how to get involved in our parent team focused on culture and diversity. Don't worry! You haven't missed anything. We will re-engage with our parent teams after spring break. We need you, so if you haven't been involved yet, click the button below to share your interest.
Contact Mrs. Gorgas with any questions about our culture studies or the One Avon Team!
We Are Culture Smart
Next Month, we will learn about Women's History and Irish American Heritage. Be watching the newsletter for more!
This year, River Birch Elementary celebrated Valentine's Day with Leading With Love Week. Our Art Teacher, Ms. Emenhiser and her students created bracelets for healthcare workers at Hendricks Regional Hospital. Our students also sent Valentine cards to nursing home residents, performed random acts of kindness, recycled trash, and more. Way to lead with love, River Birch!
In a nutshell, habit 7 is about taking care of yourself. How do you and your family sharpen the saw? See below for a fun weekend challenge!
Mrs. Melissa Pickens
Visit the New Mindfulness Room!
Click on Ms. Kopke below to check it out!
Ms. Kyle E. Kopke, LMHC
School Counselor
River Birch Elementary
317.544.6800
The Clinic needs the following clothing donations:
-girls pants size 10-14
-boys underwear and pants size 6-14
-all sizes of shorts for girls and boys
Over the Counter Medications
Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen, and Tums are available in the clinic. These can be given at the discretion of the school nurse to any student who has permission. Any additional over-the-counter medications (including cough drops) will be kept in the clinic and need to be supplied by the parent. All over-the-counter permission is provided via CareDox or written request from parent/guardian. All medication must be in the original unopened container and will be given according to the directions on the bottle and dosage needs that are appropriate for the age and weight of the student. If the dosage exceeds recommendations, permission must be granted from a primary care provider.
Coronavirus questions
Go to the districts website (www.avon-schools.org) and click on the Coronavirus plan.
Please don’t hesitate to call me if you had any questions about keeping your child home.
Mrs. Jones, RN
School Nurse
River Birch Elementary
317-544-6800, x6825
Click the photos below for District News
March 10: eLearning Day, Teacher Development Day
March 19: Yearbook orders DUE
March 20-April 4: SPRING BREAK
Vision
Educate. Excite. Excel.
The students of River Birch Elementary have access to the education every child needs along with the learning and life experiences they deserve, so they can succeed today and tomorrow.
Mission
River Birch Learning Leaders create a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment that provides opportunities for learning and leadership through interdisciplinary experiences supported by strong relationships with students, family, and community.
Beliefs
The River Birch Way promotes community, collaboration, and a safe and productive learning environment. The River Birch Way says that as leaders we are:
Safe: Students at River Birch Elementary keep their hands and feet to themselves, use materials and equipment as instructed, and follow emergency procedures led by their teachers.
Respectful: Students at River Birch Elementary show whole body listening, follow the River Birch Rules, and are kind to others.
Responsible: Students at River Birch Elementary take ownership of their actions.
Leaders: Students at River Birch Elementary find their voice by using the 7 Habits of Happy Kids to be their best selves in school, at home, and in our community.
River Birch Elementary
Principal
Mrs. Heather Gorgas, HMGorgas@avon-schools.org
Assistant Principal
Ms. Kyle Kopke, KEKopke@avon-schools.org
Counselor
Email: hmgorgas@avon-schools.org
Website: avon-schools.org/riverbirch
Location: 5456 East County Road 75 North, Avon, IN, USA
Phone: 317.544.6800
Facebook: facebook.com/RiverBirch.Elem
Twitter: @RiverBirch_Elem