Ixonia Elementary School
October 2, 2020 - Falcon Flyer
Helpful Links
- Virtual Classroom Links
- Pick Up Changes Form
- School Calendar
- October Lunch Menu
- October Breakfast/Snack Menu
- Vacation Request Form (more than 3 days absent only)
- Community Events Folder
- Facilities Calendar
- Free & Reduced Lunch Application
- Attendance Line: 262-560-8402
Upcoming Events
- PTO Meeting - October 8th
- Picture Re-take Day - October 20th
- NO 4K - October 22nd
- Half Day - October 22nd
- NO SCHOOL - October 23rd
- PTO Meeting - November 12th
- Thanksgiving Break - November 25th - 29th
Return to School Feedback Survey
T-Shirt Day
COVID-19 Symptoms
The following symptoms could indicate a COVID-19 infection. Students displaying any of the following symptoms that are new or not normal for your child this time of year, and not attributed to a health condition will NOT be allowed in school. Your student is considered symptomatic if they have one of the symptoms marked with a (*) or two of the other symptoms above baseline for them:
- Cough*
- Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing*
- New loss of taste or smell*
- Congestion or runny nose
- Fever (100.4 or greater) or chills
- Nausea or vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Headache
- Fatigue
- Muscle or body aches
- Sore throat
Not everyone with COVID-19 displays all of these symptoms. For many, symptoms are mild, with no fever. It is important to know that you can still transmit the virus to others even if you have mild symptoms or no symptoms at all. Additionally, if your child has a fever, diarrhea, OR vomiting ALONE, you should keep your child home for at least 24 hours or until symptoms are resolved. If allergies are something that your child displays this time of year and it isn't listed as one of their Health Conditions, please call the Health Room at 560-8403, so they may add "seasonal allergies" to your child's health record.
When calling the Attendance Line (56-8403) to report your child's illness, you must include all symptoms they are experiencing.
Parent Teacher Conference Sign Ups
Please sign up for conferences HERE.
All conferences are VIRTUAL only.
As we get closer to these dates, watch for an email with Zoom links for each teacher. Each individual conference will be private and will only be between the teacher and parent(s).
Please note that our Specials teachers as well as our Student Services team also have conference times available.
Student Services Support
As a school community we are certainly living in unprecedented times. Changes and unknown factors on the horizon can be an anxiety inducing experience for students and families. For some, it might be difficult to navigate these feelings on their own. OASD Student Services Staff are available as a resource to support students who may be struggling with anxiety or other mental health concerns. The counselors, school social workers, and school psychologist can provide individual support for students and families. Please reach out to the student services staff at your building if your child is struggling or if you need support in navigating these unique times.
- School Counselor- Jodie Jens jensj@oasd.org 560-8341
- School Psychologist- Tina Behrens behrens@oasd.org 560-8208
- School Social Worker-Erin Lee leee@oasd.org 560-8234
Ixonia Face Masks Available to Purchase
To buy, fill out the Google form found here, https://forms.gle/9ajidz2PfQJ9QGcr7 We will then add the fee to your student's Skyward Family Access account (like a field trip) and send the mask home with them.
Lanyards & Masks
Masks should be washed after being worn for the day and every day students should come with a clean mask. It may be helpful to keep a spare mask in your child's backpack at all time in case one gets dirty.
If you need another lanyard, PTO is selling them for $2.
No parking changes on North Street
Extended Absences & Access to Learning
At any time you can access your child's classroom by clicking the button below and finding your child's homeroom teacher. These are updated at the start of each week. However, it is best to check the daily assignment at 8:00 a.m. or later to see the most updated version of what is being taught that day.
Because our school devices are not insured by families, devices are only being sent home if an illness is anticipated to be 5+ days. Otherwise, if you'd like to access these assignments for shorter absences, you will need to utilize your own home device.
Tardy
Work at Ixonia with Aramark!
Responsibilities include preparing and/or building food items while providing customer service and adhering to food safety, food handling, and sanitation procedures.
No weekend shifts and work when your kids are in school!
For more information and to apply: Visit www.aramark.com/careers and search “oconomowoc.”
Picking Up or Dropping Off in the Middle of the Day
Once you arrive at school,
- Enter vestibule using the main doors
- Sign in/sign out your child using the clipboard located on the table
- Wait there and we will have your child come to you
Just a reminder that in an effort to minimize additional germs in our building,
no visitors are allowed beyond the office at this time.
Free Meals
USDA EXTENDS FREE SUMMER MEAL PROGRAM
On Monday, August 31, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food and Nutrition Service unexpectedly announced the extension of their free student meals program that began during the summer. As a result, student breakfast and lunch will be free on the days that students are learning at school face-to-face, and the days that students are learning virtually. This free meal program will continue until the USDA confirms that funding is no longer available or until December 31, 2020, whichever comes first.
When this free meal program ends, families will be charged for meals through their child’s Skyward Family Access account based on their student meal status, whether free, reduced or standard price. Click the HERE for more information on receiving free and reduced student meals after the free meal program ends.
It still is important for families who are eligible for Free and Reduced Lunch to apply and complete the application now as allows you access to other benefits within our district regarding potential fee waivers, etc.
Family Resources
Special Education Paraprofessionals Needed!
Lanyards and other Spiritwear to Purchase Coming Soon!
Interested in another Ixonia Elementary Lanyard? Did your student lose his/her lanyard? Or does Mom or Dad, or Grandma and Grandpa want one? You can purchase one for only $2! Please send an envelope to school with $2 cash inside and our wonderful secretary Christy will return the envelope with a lanyard inside. It's that easy!
We are also creating an online Ixonia Elementary Spirit Wear store if any families are interested in purchasing sweatshirts, t-shirts, hats, etc. to show your Ixonia Pride and support your PTO. We create an online store and then send you the link. Items are ordered through the website and then shipped to the school and your student will bring your items home in their backpack. Stay tuned on Facebook for more information! And if you haven't liked our Facebook page yet, please click below and follow Ixonia PTO!! Thank you!
Community Information
Christmas Clearing Council
Do you live in Waukesha County and need assistance with Christmas this year for your student(s)?
How To Apply
Start: Complete the application for the Waukesha County Christmas Clearing Council by clicking on this link: http://www.christmasclearingcouncil.org/get-help.html .
Deadline: The deadline is November 16th, 2020 at midnight.
Qualifications: To qualify for the program, you must
1. live in Waukesha County
2. have placement of your student(s),
3. Your income must meet qualifications also if your child receives free/reduced school lunch and/or Special circumstances.
If you have questions, please call their Christmas Clearing Council Office directly between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m., Monday to Friday at (262) 896-3390 or you can contact you Erin Lee, School Social Worker at Park Lawn & Ixonia Elementary School.
More information will be coming at a later date about holiday support in Jefferson and Dodge County.
Ixonia Elementary School
Ixonia's school day runs from 8:40 am - 3:40 pm. Students are encouraged to be at school by 8:30, but not before 8:25 am, as no outdoor supervision is available before that time. If your child will be absent from school, please contact our attendance line at 262-560-8402.
Email: Ixonia@oasd.org
Website: www.oasd.k12.wi.us/
Location: N8425 North Street, Ixonia, WI, United States
Phone: 262-560-8405
Facebook: www.facebook.com/IxoniaElementary/
Twitter: @IxoniaOASD