NSCSD Superintendent Updates

• Softball complex project bids were reviewed and accepted by the school board in December. Construction will begin this spring.
• The Alan Shepard project were presented and accepted by the school board Jan. 23.
• The Regional Innovation Center project will go to bid on Feb. 20.
• Design committee meetings for all Vision 2025 projects are meeting regularly.

Kindergarten Round-Up for the 23-24 school year is scheduled for Friday, Feb. 17. This event, which provides students a positive first school experience and helps build excitement for kindergarten, is designed to introduce students and families to staff with whom they will work, familiarize them with the school building, provide important information, answer questions, and gather estimated enrollment numbers for staffing purposes. This experience is an important piece in the transition to school, so it is essential that caregivers and children attend. **Students must be 5 years old on or before September 15 to be eligible for Kindergarten.**

We will hold two round-up sessions on Feb. 17 so please choose the one that works best for your family: 9 a.m. or 1 p.m. Also, please bring a current copy of immunizations and a birth certificate for your student. We look forward to meeting you and our soon-to-be kindergarteners!

In order to "register" your student for Kindergarten Round-up, we ask that you simply register your Kindergartener for the 23-24 school year through Infinite Campus Online Registration! We know it seems early but we want to be ready to provide them the best Kindergarten transition experience possible.

If you are considering enrolling your child in pre-kindergarten next year but aren’t yet certain if s/he will attend kindergarten or pre-kindergarten, please contact Megan Delaney (563-282-9875) prior to Kindergarten Round-Up.

Current kindergarten, pre-kindergarten, and 4-year-old preschool students will not have school on Friday, Feb. 17. (Yes, grades 1-12 have school that day.) Please mark your calendars and plan accordingly.

If you are interested in learning more about 4 Year Old Preschool for the 23-24 school year, join us for an info meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 21 at 6 p.m. in the High School Library or via livestream.

At this meeting, parents/guardians will receive information regarding preschool building locations and the registration process. Students eligible for 4 Year Old Preschool must turn 4 on or before Sept. 15.

Help us GROW our team of bus drivers! Are you looking for a job with a flexible schedule, great pay, IPERS & fun co-workers? If so, contact Derek Hamilton at 563-285-9801 or derek.hamilton@north-scott.k12.ia.us.

And help us spread the word - we need great drivers to transport our most precious cargo - little Lancers!

The 2023-2024 school calendar has been approved and posted on the district website.

• First Day of School: Wednesday, Aug. 23
• Winter Break: Thursday, Dec. 21 - Tuesday, Jan. 2
• Spring Break: Monday, March 11 - Friday, March 15
• Last Day of School: Friday, May 31

February swim lessons at the North Scott Community YMCA are open for registration through Saturday, Feb. 4! Lessons are offered on Tuesday/Thursday and Saturday for ages 6 months - 13 years old. You don’t need to be a current YMCA member to participate but Y members receive a discounted rate.

To learn more, view lesson options, or register visit www.ymcaimv.org or email Lauren Johnson, Aquatics Director.

Becoming a substitute teacher in Iowa is now available online. Learn more about the 15 hour course, price, and how to get registered here.

Friendly Fridays are BACK and we need YOU! Bring a group of co-workers, neighbors, friends, parents, and others to greet JH students on Friday mornings. We promise, it will make their day and YOURS! Learn more and get signed up!

You are invited to attend February's school board meetings:

• Monday, Feb. 13, 6:30 p.m. moved to the High School Library. Livestream link.
• Monday, Feb. 27, 6:30 p.m. at Edward White Elementary in Eldridge. Livestream link.

South First Street paving and final utility work under LeClaire Road was completed in December.

Per Iowa DOT weather standards, the 2022 construction season has ended. Work on the intersection project will resume in March of 2023.

No School Days

• Monday, Feb. 20 (President's Day)

• Monday, March 13 - Friday, March 17 (Spring Break)

2-Hour Early Release Fridays

• Feb. 10

• Feb. 24

• March 3

Chili & Soup Luncheon

AYCE chili and chicken noodle soup are on the menu.

• Saturday, Feb. 18
• 11 am - 1 pm
• Donahue Fire Station, 302 N Main St., Donahue
• Adults - $5, Children 12 & Under - $3

Annual meeting & elections will immediately follow luncheon. Check out the bake sale and raffle baskets also - with a chance to win a free season of softball or baseball!

United Way's Read United initiative helps local students improve their reading proficiency by pairing them with one-on-one reading volunteers for 30 minutes a week throughout the school year. Early results show 92% of students who participated in our Read United initiative showed improvement.

Here's your chance to help local students succeed now and in the future — learn more & sign up here.