IVEC November Newsletter
Dear Indian Valley Elementary Center Families,
With gratitude,
-Mr. Portzline and Mrs. Michaels-
Leader of the Pack
Thank you to Sunderland Sweets for coming out with Reedsville Creamery ice cream to celebrate these students!
Homeless Awareness
Schools and communities across the nation set aside the week before Thanksgiving to recognize the challenges faced by those experiencing homelessness. Under the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act, children are considered homeless if they lack a fixed, regular, or adequate nighttime residence. Many people associate being homeless with living on the street, but homelessness is often hidden, especially in rural communities.
An average of 100 students are identified as homeless in Mifflin County School District each year. To assist those in need, MCSD staff will be raising money for the district’s student homelessness fund. In exchange for a $5 donation, staff will be able to dress down on Friday, November 18 and are encouraged to wear a red shirt to spread awareness.
If you or your child would like to join in the effort, monetary donations can be sent to the Administration Building, located at 201 8th Street in Lewistown to the attention of Michelle Siruc, the district’s homeless liaison. Checks can be made out to Mifflin County School District. Funds are used to purchase clothing, toiletries, and school supplies for displaced students.
MCSD showed their support by wearing a red shirt on Friday, November 18th or participating in the #IWillBeYourVoice campaign on TikTok, hosted by the Education for Children and Youth Experiencing Homelessness (ECYEH) program.
If you are experiencing homelessness, please know that help is available. Reach out to your child’s teacher, principal, nurse, or counselor. They will connect you with one of the district’s social workers, who can assist you with securing necessary resources.
Mark your calendars!
- December 2nd - Spiritwear money due - checks payable to Mifflin County School District
- December 9th - Christmas Concert, 9:00AM. Grades K, 1 and 5 will be performing.
- December 19th - Christmas Craft
Spiritwear Sale
Contact the IVEC office with questions
- Youth and adult sizes
- Short sleeve
- Long sleeve
- Hooded sweatshirt
- Sweat pants
Contact Us
Email: rlm44@mcsdk12.org
Website: mcsdk12.org/ivis/
Location: 125 Kish Rd, Reedsville, PA 17084
Phone: (717) 667-2123