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The Life Skills Classroom at Iroquois Jr./Sr. High School is selling Gary's Superette Sub Sandwich Coupons. They are $8.00 each. Please email: jlazeski@iroquois.iu5.org to set up payment arrangements. The final count needs to be turned in by Friday, October 27, 2023 and coupons will be distributed by Monday, October 30, 2023.

This year's Red Ribbon Week, which includes spirit days, a door decorating contest, and other important opportunities for students is coming up from October 23-27. For more information, click on the following link: https://bit.ly/3ZJC7QX

Our Second Harvest Food Bank BackPack program has officially begun. Here is a peek of some items found in the current distribution bags. This program provides students with supplementary food for the weekend, including entrees and snacks and ALL Iroquois school district students are eligible to participate! If you haven't signed your child up yet and are interested, please click the following link: https://bit.ly/467WGc1 to get them added for November (if there is an urgent need, please email ckinnane@iroquois.iu5.org).

From School Counselor Mrs. Smith: Dear IES Families! Have you wondered why your child keeps talking about Bees and wants to hold on to those white pieces of paper also known as “Bee tickets.” Well, wonder no more! Take a look at this report on what’s been going on and have all your questions answered! Click the following link for more information: https://bit.ly/46BDByU

We are thrilled to share the exciting news that once again, Iroquois Jr/Sr High School has garnered recognition as one of the top-performing high schools by renowned US News and World Report. Please see attachment.

IES Pre-K and 6th grade students had the best time craving pumpkins together and getting into the fall spirit. A special thanks goes to Mrs. Gabbard and Miss Constantine for making this happen!

Good Morning IES families! The first semester parent/teacher conferences are scheduled for Wednesday, November 1, 2023, and students will be bringing home a flyer today. For more information or to sign up for a conference, please visit the following link: https://bit.ly/3JAPhZV

Our staff and students have really gotten in the spirit for homecoming week! We can't wait to see our school filled with black and gold tomorrow!!

Attention IES families: Our annual fundraiser will be wrapping up on Monday, October 2, 2023! For more information please click the following link: https://bit.ly/3qJ2y8x As a reminder, all spirit wear orders are due tomorrow, Friday, September 29. For more information, call the IES office!

Kindergarten students have been learning all about nursery rhymes and fables in their first ELA unit of the year. The kindergarten team made the learning come alive by incorporating games relating to the stories read in the classroom! They played Jack Be Nimble Hopscotch, a Tortoise and the Hare Relay, a Jack and Jill Pail Game, a Humpty Dumpty Egg and Spoon Game, and a Baa Baa Black Sheep Bag Game. Students also participated in a giant Ring Around the Rosie. Prior to playing the game, the students had to retell the story to showcase their comprehension skills. Nice job kindergarten team!

Check out this ELA and STEM cross-curricular project: Ms. Blacksten's 1st grade class successfully finished up their unit on "Fables and Folktales" by disguising a wolf in sheep's clothing and designing a pen to protect their sheep using a variety of materials around the classroom. Keep up the awesome work 1st grade!

Information will be coming home with students today regarding the IES Homecoming Spirit Week next week. Make sure you check out the back of the flyer to see information explaining Iroquois School District's new Class Colors! Additional information about both of these topics can be found on the IES home page. Go Braves!

IES Families: Students will be bringing home spiritwear order forms soon! If you would like to order, submit the form and payment (cash or checks made out to Iroquois Elementary) to your child’s homeroom teacher or to the IES office no later than Friday, September 29. Contact Mrs. Cadden at jcadden@iroquois.iu5.org with any questions.

The Iroquois Swim Team is hosting "Designer Purse Bingo". Please come out and support their Fundraiser on Saturday, November 18, 2023 from 1:00 - 4:00 PM. Doors open at 11:30. Bingo begins at 1:00. Please see attached flyer.

Attention IES families: Our annual fundraiser kicked off today with Mr. Money! Your student will be bringing home a fundraising packet today. For more information please click the following link: https://bit.ly/3qJ2y8x

Attention IES Families: Space is still available tonight to join us for our Title 1 Taco Tuesday meeting from 6:00-7:30 PM in the IES Cafeteria! Parents and guardians are invited to come and receive an overview of Title 1 programming, meet our new Community School Director, learn about ways to become involved in the IES community, and have a free meal. Childcare will be provided for students currently enrolled at IES. If you are interested in attending, please contact the IES front office at 814 899-7643 ext. 2000.

Mark your calendars for a day of delicious generosity! Join us at Donatos Pizza in Harborcreek on Saturday, September 9th. Indulge in your favorite pizzas knowing that a portion of the day's sales will be given right back to the Iroquois Jr-Sr High School, September 11th Day of Service. Your appetite for great food will directly contribute to making a positive impact in our community. Let's eat and give back together!

Good morning IES families! We are excited to welcome our students back today for the 2023-2024 school year! As a reminder, every student receives a free breakfast and a free lunch! We ask that families of students riding busses be patient with the bus company and drivers today as they are driving their routes for the first time with potentially nervous students. That being said, there may delays, but please know it is our goal to ensure all students arrive home safely! Finally, arrival at school for walkers and car riders is 8:15. We ask that students refrain from arriving on campus prior to that time. We can't wait to see all of you today!

Good evening IES families! As a reminder, our Back to School Bonanza will take place tonight from 6:00-7:30 in the IES bus loop. This free event features face painting, games, a dunking booth, and so much more! Hope to see you soon!

Attention IES Braves: We hope you are having a safe, kind, and responsible summer. Please join us for two upcoming events as we prepare for the 2023-2024 school year. Our Back to School Bonanza will take place on Thursday, August 17th from 6:00-7:30. This free event features face painting, games, a dunking booth, and so much more! Open House for the 2023-2024 school year will be on Thursday, August 24th from 6:00-7:30. This is a great opportunity to meet your child's teacher, see the classroom, and bring in school supplies. If you have questions about either event call the IES office at 814 899-7643 ext. 2000. See you soon!