North Star News

Newsletter for May 19

Upcoming Events
May 26 Volunteer Luncheon @1:00 White River Elementary
May 29 MEMORIAL DAY.....NO SCHOOL
May 31 Track and Field Day
June 1 Last day of school
Recognition Program 10:00AM


Registration Forms
We now have registration forms in the school office for summer basketball camp, baseball camp, football camp, and soccer camp, and Noblesville Soccer Club registration forms. Please feel free to pick a form up in the office.


Note from the Nurse
Immunization Reminder
If you have been notified this school year that your child's immunizations have not been completed, your child will not be allowed to begin school in August until the immunizations are completed. (This especially concerns those children who have not completed their 3 Hepatitis B series.) If you have any questions regarding this matter, please call Mrs. Warren at 773-0482.


Medication
All medications that have been brought to the nurse's office this year must be picked up by the last day of school. All medications that are not picked up by June 1 will be thrown away! Remember, also, that a new medication permission form will be required for next school year. The nurse cannot hold any medicines over until next fall. Thank you in advance for your cooperation.


Lost and Found
There are many jackets, sweaters, and sweatshirts in the lost and found. Please have your child check for his/her items. Parents, please feel free to come and check the lost and found yourself. The items will be on the tables in the lobby May 22 thru June 1st. Any items not claimed will be donated to Goodwill.


Excellence In Education Teacher Award
On Monday, April 3 the Chistel DeHaan Family Foundation announced that it will award a total of $100,00 a year to ten outstanding educators in Indiana. With the support and assistance of Arthur Andersen, the Excellence in Education Teacher Award will be presented during the John R. Wooden Tradition this November. Mr. Wooden, a native of Martinsville, states, "I am first a teacher. Anything that can be done to elevate the success of teachers in Indiana is dear to my heart. I am delighted that we are using the Wooden Tradition to showcase teaching excellence." This is a wonderful opportunity to acknowledge effective educators throughout our state.

To qualify for the award, an educator must spend the majority of his/her day instructing students in Kindergarten through 12th grade in an accredited or non-public Indiana school. Anyone can nominate a teacher, but an administrator within the school or district must support the nomination. Nomination forms are available in our school? office. The deadline for nomination is June 9, 2000. Once nominations are received, the teacher will be given details about the application process.

Please contact Mrs. Ress if you have any questions or need to obtain more information regarding the Excellence in Education Teacher Award.


Notable News!!!
Just a brief summary of music at North this year.
Fourth grade spent most of the first semester playing hand chimes in class.
We've explored notation and rhythm through active participation.
They worked on playing as an ensemble through cooperation.
Second semester has been focused on review all the symbols and music "lingo" they will need for their fifth grade keyboarding class with Miss Oaks.

Third Grade is very animated and spent a great deal of time singing with expression and feeling. They explored thoughts and feelings that music can evoke. They learned some South African songs and dances to which we then added instruments and drumming techniques.

Second grade and first grade lessons went hand in hand.
We've spent a great deal of time with pitch relationships, vocal and instrumental. The children are also very well versed on the rhythmic value of half, quarter, and eighth notes. They can take music dictation through the use of Kodaly notation and solfege syllables.

All grades spent everyday listening to classical music. Sometimes, through discussion, writings, or pictures they expressed how they connected to the music.

Each month one composer was discussed in length with the children. We sang their music , listened to their pieces, and explored their personal lives through books. Recently we had an instrument petting zoo, thanks to Mr. May and Paige's Music. All the students were given an opportunity to play instruments from the music families. This hands on experience, I think, will encourage the children to make music a part of their lives for years to come. Don't forget to keep singing and exploring the vast world of music.
Thanks for a wonderful year,
Mrs. Krent


AYS News
AYS at North is taking fall registrations. AYS will be here at North throughout the summer. There is a $40.00 registration fee per child. Any questions please call Twila Ploutz @380-0611 or AYS mail office @ 283-3817.


Soccer Club
The Noblesville Soccer Club will be having try-outs for boys and girls for the fall 2000/Spring 2001 soccer leagues. Try-outs are open to girls and boys ages 9-14 who attend Noblesville schools, or reside in the Noblesville School district. Players must be 9 years old on or before July 31, 2000. Try-out forms are available at all Noblesville elementary schools and the NSC field? concession strand during Saturday and Sunday games. Forms may also be downloaded from the web site at www.noblesvillesoccer.org.
Try-outs are as follows:
Monday, June 5, 2000 5-7PM U13 & U14 Boys & Girls
Tuesday, June 6, 2000 5-7PM U11 & U12 Boys & Girls
Wednesday, June 7, 2000 5-7PM U09 & U10 Boys & Girls

All try-outs are at Noblesville Soccer Club. $5.00 registration deadline is May 20th. Late fee is $25.00.


Target Shoppers
If anyone has a Target credit card, please designate North Elementary as your school. The PTO received a 1% rebate on all charges.


Learn to Swim
Sign-ups for the Learn to Swim program will be Saturday, May 20, 2000 at the Forest Park Aquatic Center, in Forest Park, from 7AM to 10AM. After that time, please call 773-8424 for information and sign ups. There will no Learn to Swim registration prior to the May 20th date. For additional information please call 773-4649.


Noblesville Fireworks Festival
Bike Parade
A special section of the Fireworks Festival Parade will be devoted to a bike parade for children. You are invited to decorate you bike in the best Fourth of July decorations you can think of and ride in the parade. Use your own decorations or you may pick up a bike decorating kit at Noblesville City Hall or Noblesville Boys & Girls Club. Line up for the parade is at 1 p.m. and the parade begins at 2 p.m. OLD NAVY provided the bike decorating kits. If you have any questions, call Shelli Summers at 776-6367.


Newsletter for May 5

Upcoming Events
May 4 & 5, Kindergarten Orientation
May 18 & 19, Kindergarten Orientation
May 11 & 12, Fourth Grade Field Trip to Corydon: Leaving 7:30AM on the 11th and returning approximately 5:00PM on the 12th
May 15-19, Grandparent Week
May 17, Fire Fighter Phil; K-1 @ 10:15AM; K-2 @ 1:30PM
May 19, 2nd Grade Safety City 9:00-10:30AM
May 26, Volunteer Luncheon 1:00 White River Elementary
May 31, Track and Field Day
June 1, Last day of school
Recognition Program 10:00AM


Volunteer Luncheon
Luncheon invitations have been sent to parents and others who volunteer regularly in the elementary schools. The RSVP needs to be back to North no later than May 15th. If you are a regular volunteer and did not receive an invitation, we would appreciate very much your letting us know that you would like to attend. We sincerely want to thank the many people who help us make our school a better place for our children through the combined efforts of educators and member s of the community.


Kindergarten Parent-Teacher Conferences
Kindergarten Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held on Thursday, May 11 and Friday, May 12. Kindergarten students will not attend school on these days. Our kindergarten teachers will be sending home specific conference information with your child. Parents, please make every effort to attend.


Intent to Return Forms
Intent to Return forms were due today May 5th. This form helps us know how many of our students will be returning next year. Please complete and return this form as soon as possible. One form per child needs to filled out. This form does not preregister your child for next school year.


Thank You So Very Much
Thank you to all the parents for making North?s Crazy Carnival another success. A huge thank you to Mrs. Parker and Mrs. Dircksen for co-chairing the carnival. Fun was had by all..........


Grandparent Week
May 15-19
Grade One May 15 at 11:00
Grade Two May 16 at 11:30
Grade Three May 17 at 12:00
Grade Four May 18 at 12:30
If you are unable to attend on the date scheduled above, please join us when you can.


News From the Cafeteria
We are having several children charging their lunch each day. Notices will be sent home and we would appreciate your assistance in clearing up these accounts. Please make sure you send the correct amount of lunch money for each day's lunch. A student lunch is $1.50 per day. Tickets need to be purchased on Monday morning, even if the student is not eating a school lunch on Monday. Absolutely no charges will be allowed after May 15, any student coming to school without proper lunch money will call their parents to bring lunch money to school prior to our first lunch period 11:00 AM. Please save yourself a trip to school by checking daily your childs lunch ticket situation. Thank you in advance for your help.


Notes From the Nurse
In May, all third graders will view a video discussing AIDS. The video is called "Camp Itsamongus." A letter with more information will be coming home a week before the video viewing. If you have any question please contact Mrs. Warren, our school nurse.


Immunization Reminder
If you have been notified this school year that your child's immunizations have not been completed, your child will not be allowed to begin school in August until the immunizations are completed. (This especially concerns those children who have not completed their 3 Hepatitis B series.) If you have any questions regarding this matter, please call Mrs. Warren at 773-0482.


Lost and Found
There are many jackets, sweaters, and sweatshirts in the lost and found. Please have your child check for his/her items. Parents, please feel free to come and check the lost and found yourself. The items will be on tables in the lobby May 22 thru June 1st. Any items not claimed will be donated to Goodwill.


Target Shoppers
If anyone has a Target credit card, please designate North Elementary as your school. The PTO receives a 1% rebate on all charges.


Learn to Swim
Sign-ups for the Learn to Swim program will be Saturday, May 20, 2000 at the Forest Park Aquatic Center, in Forest Park, from 7AM to 10AM. After that time, please call 773-8424 for information and sign-ups. There will no Learn to Swim registration prior to the May 20th date. For additional information or to have an application sent to your family please call 773-4649.


Circus is Coming to Noblesville
What: Kelly Miller Circus is coming to Noblesville
When: Monday, May 8
Time: Two performances 4:30PM and 7:30PM
Where: Hamilton County 4-H Grounds
Cost: Adults: $7.00 Children: $5.00
Sponsored by Noblesville Kiwanis Club. Tickets may be purchased at Community Bank and King Systems Corporation.


Noblesville Night at Indianapolis Indians
the Indianapolis Indians invite you to "Noblesville Night." Because this is "The Year of the Fan," the Indians have offered the City of Noblesville a special opportunity to participate in a night of fun. The date for Noblesville night has been set in conjunction with the Mayor?s Office for May 19th and the Mayor will be throwing out the first pitch! The Indians are playing the Durham Bulls that night at 7:00PM.

As part of Noblesville Night, a special discount will be offered. All groups, no matter how small, will receive the largest discounted rate offered - box seats are available at $10. each; reserved seats will be $6.00 and grandstand seats will be $5.00. If you happen to come in a group of 25 or more, your groups' name will be placed on the scoreboard during the game.

For more information or to place an order, please call Becky Kenow, Community Relations Assistant at Victory Field, 269-3542, Ext 300.


Love to Dance?
Come to Noblesville High School Dance Team Clinic
When: Saturday, May 6, 2000
Time: 9:30 - 1:00PM (registration begins at 9:00AM)
Where: Noblesville High School, the "Mill" gymnasium
Who: Grades K-8
Dress: Comfortable clothes and shoes
Cost: $25.00, includes lunch and a practice tape
Questions: Please call April Conrad @ 773-4680 Ext 52. HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!!!!



Newsletter for April 28, 2000

Upcoming Events
May 2, PTO meeting 7PM
May 4 & 5, Kindergarten Orientation
May 18 & 19, Kindergarten Orientation
May 11, Market Day Orders Due
May 11 & 12 Fourth Grade Field Trip to Corydon
Leaving 7:30AM on the 11th and return approximately 5:00PM on the 12th
May 15-19, Grandparent Week
May 17, Fire Fighter Phil: K-1 @ 10:15AM; K &2 @ 1:30PM
May 19, 2nd Grade Safety City 9-10:30AM
May 31, Track and Field Day
June 1, Last day of school; Recognition Program 10:00AM


Intent to Return Forms
Last week your child brought home a form called "Intent to Return." This form helps us know how many of our students will be returning next year. Please complete and return this form by Friday, May 5. One form per child needs to be filled out. This form does not preregister your child for next school year.


Kindergarten Enrollment
Registration for next school year kindergartners was held last week. It is not too late to enroll your child. To attend a Noblesville school, children must be five years old by June 1, 2000 to enroll in kindergarten 2000-2001 school year. Proof of age (original birth certificate) and immunization records must be presented at enrollment. Book Rental fee is $50.00 and will be collected at the time of registration.
Consideration for morning or afternoon session preferences will be given to those parents who enrolled their children last week during the designated sign-up period. Late registrations will be assigned to the session that best meets the school?s enrollment needs to balance class sizes. The sooner a student is registered, the better the chances for a parent?s preference to be met. Please come to the office between 9:00AM - 3:00PM to sign up.


Great Job!!!
Thank you for a very successful Cystic Fibrosis "Hat Day." We collected $165.71. Thank you to our student council for doing a wonderful job on collecting for this great foundation.


A HUGE THANK YOU TO PTO
North Elementary teachers and staff would like to thank you so very much for the wonderful breakfast you provided for us. Everything was delicious. Once again you have proven to be the very best, and we thank you for your never ending support of all of us.


PTO News
Please try to attend the LAST PTO meeting of this school year. Tuesday, May 2nd at 7:00PM in the Media Center. Election of officers will be the main purpose of the meeting. Babysitters will be provided.


Spring Flower Sale
Order forms have been sent home with the children. Please note that forms are due back Monday, May 1st and pick up is Monday, May 8th.


Attention Target Shoppers:
If anyone has a Target credit card, please designate North Elementary as your school. The PTO receives a 1% rebate on all charges.


Grandparent Week
May 15-19
Kindergarten grandparents may visit the classroom.
The lunch schedule is as follows:
Grade One, May 15 at 11:00
Grade Two, May 16th at 11:30
Grade Three, May 17th at 12:00
Grade Four, May 18th at 12:30


Life Touch Pictures
If you have not returned either the pictures or money for packet, please do so as soon as possible.
Thank you.


Love to Dance?
Come to Noblesville High School Dance Team Clinic
When: Saturday, May 6, 2000
Time: 9:30AM - 1:00PM (registration begins at 9:00AM)
Where: Noblesville High School, the "Mill" gymnasium
Who: Grades K - 8
Dress: Comfortable clothes and shoes
Cost: $25.00, includes lunch and a practice tape
Questions: Please call April Conrad @773-4680 Ext. 520
HOPE SEE YOU THERE!!!!


Lost and Found
There are many jackets, sweaters, and sweatshirts in the lost and found. Please have your child check for his/her items. Parents, please feel free to come and check the lost and found yourself. Any items not claimed will be donated t to Goodwill.


Learn to Swim
Sign-ups for the Learn to Swim program will be Saturday, May 20, 2000 at the Forest Park Aquatic Center, in Forest Park, from 7AM to10AM. After that time, please call 773-8424 for information and sign-ups. There will no Learn to Swim registration prior to the May 20th date. For additional information or to have an application sent to your family please call 773-4649.


Circus Is coming to Noblesville
What: Kelly Miller Circus is coming to Noblesv ille
When: Monday, May 8
Time: Two performances 4:30PM and 7:30PM
Where: Hamilton County 4-H Grounds
Cost: Adults: $7.00 Children: $5.00
This is sponsored by Noblesville Kiwanis Club. Tickets may be purchased at Community Bank and King Systems Corp.



NewsletterMarch 31

Upcoming Events
April 3-7, Spring Break
April 20, Staff Development Day dismissal 12:50PM (lunch served)
April 10-14, Librarians/Aides Recognition Week
April 17-21, Secretarial Support Staff Recognition Week
April 24-28, Teachers/Aides Recognition Week
April 28, Crazy Carnival


Reminder
Just a reminder to parents and students of our upcoming Spring Break..... April 3-7. Our spring break will begin with the dismissal of school on Friday, March 31 at the regular time. School will resume on Monday, April 10. Also, please note this will be the last newsletter to come home before vacation. Relax and enjoy yourselves with whatever plans you have.


Book Fair
I would like to give a belated thanks to all those who helped with the book fair. Your help was greatly appreciated.


Reading Late Night
A big "thank you" to all those who helped with Reading Late Night. We had a great night and hopefully even more students can qualify next year for this fun evening.


Kindergarten Enrollment for 2000-2001
Kindergarten enrollment for students who will be eligible to enter kindergarten next school year will be held April 17-21 from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. Students should enroll a the elementary they will attend. At the present time, according to Indiana law, children must be five years of age on or before June 1, 2000 in order to enroll in kindergarten. Immunization records and an original birth certificate are required! Please help our enrollment by sharing this information with neighbors and friends.


Camp MACATTACK Is Back
Once again this summer, Camp MACATTACK is being offered to a limited number of students from all over the Noblesville School District. Camp Mac is a five-day experience where technology and fun combine to produce a multimedia project that will enhance participants' computer, social and leadership skills.
Who: Students who will be in grades 4, 5 or 6 in the Fall of 2000.
When: Beginners Session - June 26 through June 30
Advanced Session - July 5-7 and 10-11 (For those who attend Camp Mac in 1999 or have extensive knowledge of Hyperstudio)
Times: 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: White River Elementary
Applications are in the school office.


Summer School
Summer School dates have been set for the summer of 2000. Applications will be available after our Spring Break. This year, reinforcement and enrichment classes will be offered at White River Elementary School beginning June 26 thru July 25. As in the past, Nature Center is held at Forest Hill Elementary. No school will be held on July 3 or July 4. Please give consideration to these dates as you make your summer vacation plans.


4th Grade Parents and Students - Orientation Night at Noblesville Intermediate School
A variety of opportunities are being scheduled for the 4th Grade parents and students to help ease their transition to Noblesville Intermediate School. Two parent/student orientation nights are planned for Tuesday, April 11 and Wednesday, April 19 at 7:00 p.m. in the NIS cafeteria. Parents and students are invited to attend one of the two presentations designed to provide information about 5th Grade, an overview of the program, team assignments, scheduling, a question and answer session, as well as a special slide show. Mark your calendars and plan to attend! North Elementary 4th grade students will be visiting NIS on April 25th during the school day. More information from Noblesville Intermediate School will follow at a later date.


Student Council Sponsors "Hat Day"
As a community service project, student council is sponsoring "Hat Day" on April 20th to benefit the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. If your child would like to participate, please have him bring 50 cents to school on that day. All of the money raised will go toward the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation's annual "GREAT STRIDES" walk to cure cystic fibrosis. Thank you in advance for your support.


Librarian/Aides Recognition Week
North Elementary will be expressing appreciation to our school's librarian, Mrs. Prather, and our media technical assistants, Mrs.Butler, Mrs. Miller, and Mrs. Sircy during the week of April 10-14th. They are responsible for providing media and technological services for North students and staff. We are very proud of our Media Center. Please join us in saluting these very important members of our staff here at North Elementary.


Super Summer Safari Camp
Boys and Girls Clubs of Indianapolis is offering Super Summer Safari Camp. Applications are in the school office. For information call the school at 773-0482.


School Board Elections
The Hamilton County League of Women Voters will host a forum featuring candidates for the Noblesville School Board of Trustees. The forum will be held in the Noblesville City Hall at 7:00 p.m. on April 25. The seven candidates are Dan Skaggs, Judy Rothrock, John Ditslear, Larry Jacobi, Lee Clark, Marilyn Byers, and Nick Boland. Our community is welcome.


Hamilton County 4-H
The Hamilton County 4-H enrollment deadline is April 1, 2000. Enrollment cards are available at the Hamilton County Extension Office, 2003 East Pleasant Street in Noblesville. Completed cards should be sent to the Extension Office or given to a 4-H leader.


International Education Opportunity
Students from different countries will come to the area in August to participate in Council Exchanges USA High School Program. They will attend local high schools and will need loving families who can host them for a semester or a year. You do not have to have teenagers to host these students. Families will be able to introduce cultural differences to their young children and teach them about friendship across the globe, world peace, and tolerance. Our students are well selected with good academic records, speak English, and have their own pocket money as well as excellent health insurance. For further information, please contact Edwinda Mac Donald at 317/578-3031 or 800/369-2370. Send email messages to Emacdo1015@aol.com.


Pancake Breakfast
White River Sertoma Club will present the 1st Annual Pancake Breakfast. Saturday, April 15, 2000 7:30a.m-12:00p.m. at Forest Park Inn, Noblesville. Proceeds to benefit Chausie's Place. Adults $5 Seniors/Kids 10 and under $3. White River Sertoma Club also sponsors First Steps, Hamilton Center and Prevail. Easter Egg Hunt 11:00 a.m. and photos with the Easter Bunny 8:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m.


Helping Your Child With Homework
Finding a time and place
Children need to know that their parents and adults close to them think homework is important. Finding a regular time and place for homework helps children complete assignments and turn them in on time.

- Set a regular time.
The best schedule is one that works for your child and your family. What works well in one household may not work in another. For instance, one youngster may work best in the afternoon after an hour of play, and another may be more efficient after dinner although late at night, when children are tired, is seldom a good time.

Some families have a required amount of time that children must devote to homework or some other learning activity each school night. The length of time may vary depending upon the child's age. With a set amount of time, your child may be less likely to rush through assignments or "forget" to bring home assignments that need to be done.

- Pick a place.
A study area should have lots of light, supplies close by, and be fairly quiet.

A study area doesn't have to be fancy. A desk in the bedroom is nice, but for many youngsters the kitchen table or a corner of the living room works just fine.

Your child may enjoy decorating a special study corner. A plant, a brightly colored container to hold pencils, and some favorite artwork taped to the walls can make study time more pleasant.

Keep pencils, pens, erasers, writing paper, and a dictionary nearby, if possible. Other things that might be helpful include glue, a stapler, paper clips, maps, a calculator, a pencil sharpener, tape, scissors, a ruler, index cards, a thesaurus, and an almanac.

- Remove distractions.
Turn off the television and discourage social telephone calls during homework time. A call to a classmate about an assignment may, however, be helpful.

Some youngsters work well with quiet background music, but loud noise from the stereo or radio is not okay. Try having all family members take part in a quiet activity during homework time.


March 17, 2000

Upcoming Events
March 22, Spring Sing - 7:00PM - Grades 3 & 4
March 28, Report cards sent home with children
March 28, 4th Grade Corydon Parent Meeting - 6:30 in the gym
April 20, Staff Development Day - Dismissal 12:50PM
April 28, Crazy Carnival - Please note, this date has been changed from April 21st


Notes from the Music Teacher
Spring Sing for Grades 3 & 4
Come one and all to the North Spring Sing, March 22nd at 7:00PM.
"I Need a Vacation" will be performed by the third and fourth grade classes.

Parents of Third and Fourth Graders - Just a reminder regarding "I Need a Vacation" Spring Sing: Please have your child to school by 6:50 that evening. Doors will not open until 6:30. Do not arrive early.

The costumes are to come from things you have at home. It is not necessary to purchase any special clothing for the program. Each class is to wear the following: (unless specified from me)
Mrs. Lalley, Mrs. Heiskell, and Mrs. Hurst:
tourist attire which could include: shorts, t-shirts and sneakers or sandals.
Mrs. Casey: surfing gear, wild shorts, wild shirts, sunglasses. You might carry a bright beach towel.
Mrs. Morrison: baseball attire: baseball jersey, hats, pants or jeans. No cleats please.
Mrs. Husted: fishing gear: flannel shirts, jeans, fishing hats. You might wear a life preserver (optional.)
Looking forward to meeting you,
Mrs. Krent, Music Teacher

Special Note: Doors will open at 6:30PM . Students should not arrive before that time!


Fourth Grade Parents
March 24th we are going to the Indianapolis Symphony Discovery Concert and the Old Spaghetti Factory. Please encourage your child to dress appropriately: Sunday best, no jeans or sweats!


Kindergarten Enrollment for 2000-2001
Kindergarten enrollment for students who will be eligible to enter kindergarten next school year will be held April 17-21 from 9AM-3PM. Students should enroll at the elementary they will attend. At the present time, according to Indiana law, children must be five years of age on or before June 1, 2000 in order to enroll in kindergarten. Immunization records and original birth certificate are required. Please help our enrollment by sharing this information with neighbors and friends.


CAMP MACATTACK IS BACK
Once again this summer, Camp Macattack is being offered to a limited number of students from all over the Noblesville School District. Camp Mac is a five-day experience where technology and fun combine to produce a multimedia project that will enhance participants' computer, social and leadership skills.
Who: Students who will be in grades 4, 5 or 6 in the fall of 2000
When: Beginner session....June 26-June 30, 2000
Advanced Session ...July 5-7, 10-11, 2000
The advanced session is for those who attended Camp Mac in 1999 or who have extensive knowledge of Hyperstudio
Where: White River Elementary
Applications are available in the school office.



Media Center News!!
North Elementary will have sixteen students entering nine projects in the Media Fair on Saturday, March 18 at Durbin Elementary in the Hamilton Southeastern School District. They are Kaitlon, kindergarten; Richie and Devin, first grade; Diane, Annie, Brent, second grade; Christopher, Jessica, Aaron, Joey, Adam, Lisa, Dakota, Alyssa, Aly, third grade. Mrs. Anne Prather will be serving as a judge at the Media Fair.


Summer School Dates for 2000
Recently, the Noblesville Board of School Trustees approved summer school dates for the summer of 2000. Summer school will run for 20 days beginning June 26 and ending on July 25th. (No school will be held on July 3rd & 4th) Summer School is for students currently in grades K-4. Please give consideration to these dates as you make your summer vacation plans. More information will be available at a later date.


Life Touch Pictures
The Life Touch photographers will be here on March 24 to take great photographs of the children with special seasonal backdrops. Many parents enjoy using these very nice photographs for Mothers Day gifts and for grandmothers. Everyone is photographed and the finished portraits are sent home for you to see. If you want to keep the pictures, you pay for them. If you do not want to keep the pictures, you simply return them. If you do not want your child photographed at all, so that you do not have to make a decision to buy them or not buy them, just send a note to the teacher saying not to take the picture.


Youth Art Month
A selection of artwork from all six elementary schools is chosen each year to be displayed in the administration building. Those who were selected to have their artwork displayed are:
1st Grade, Luke
2nd Grade, Kalen
3rd Grade, Lisa
4th Grade, Joshua

Tri Kappa Award - Jake

Students who have work on display at the Noblesville Public Library are Kelly,Blake, Cody, Morgan, Georg, Tiffany, Nicole, Shelby, Luke, Sam, Morgan, Kelsey, Jonathan, Sarah, and Chase.


4-H Enrollment is April 1
The Hamilton County 4-H enrollment deadline is April 1, 2000. Enrollment cards are available at the Hamilton County Extension Office, 2003 E. Pleasant Street, in Noblesville. Completed cards should be sent to the Extension Office or given to a 4-H leader.


T.E.A.M. Week
The month of March is Disability Awareness Month. We are going to celebrate this by having T.E.A.M. which stands for Together Everyone Achieves More. This is taking the place of the "Everybody Counts" program which we previously used. T.E.A.M. is scheduled for March 27-31. During that week, children will learn valuable lessons about including everyone despite their differences. The most exciting part of the week is when each grade level participates in activities. Five stations will be set up for the children to experience what it feels like to have a handicap.


School Board Candidates
The Hamilton County League of Women Voters will host a forum featuring candidates for the Noblesville School Board of Trustees. The forum will be at 7:00p.m. Tuesday, April 25, 2000 at Noblesville City Hall. The community is welcome.

Seven candidates are seeking three seats on the board. They are Nick Boland, Marilyn Byers, Lee Clark, John Ditslear, Larry Jacobi, Judy Rothrock, and Dan Skaggs. The election will be on Primary Election Day, which is Tuesday, May 2.


Crazy Carnival News
Please note the carnival date was changed from Friday, April 21 to Friday, April 28. Envelopes for the Crazy Dollars were sent home this week. A volunteer list will be coming soon. Please give one hour of your time to help your child?s school PTO and to enjoy a night of fun. If you have any questions, please contact Kathy Parker at 776-1649. Thank you




March 4

UPCOMING EVENTS
March 6-15, Achievement testing for Second Grade
March 7, PTO Meeting, 7 p.m.
March 10, Reading Late Night, 6:45-8:45 p.m.
March 22, Spring Sing 7 p.m.
March 28, Fourth Grade Corydon Parent Meeting


Second Grade Testing
We will be testing second grade students beginning March 6 through March 15. Students will be taking an achievement test as well as a cognitive abilities test. We feel it is more appropriate to test second grade students in the spring versus the fall. This allows for a less stressful beginning of school year and will also, hopefully, help prepare our students for ISTEP+ next fall as third graders. As always, student attendance is very important and students should make every effort to attend school during this test period. Parents, please lend your support by encouraging your children to do their best. Adequate rest and a good breakfast will help students perform to the best of their abilities. If you have any questions, please contact your child's teacher or Mrs. Ress.


Spring Sing
Come one and all to the North Spring Sing, March 22nd at 7:00 p.m. "I Need a Vacation" will be performed by the third and fourth grade classes. More details to come. - Mrs. Krent


Children's Concert
The Noblesville High School Orchestra will present its third annual Children's Concert at 2:00 p.m. March 12 in the high school auditorium. This year's movie music includes: The King & I, The Sound of Music, Mancina Magic, Chattanooga Choo, Hoedown from Rodeo, Take Five, Somewhere Out There, and The Little Mermaid. An instrument petting zoo will follow the concert. Children will have an opportunity to see instruments up close and try them out if they would like. Tickets are available from NHS Orchestra members starting February 28 or at the door the day of the concert. Individual tickets are $5 and Family Tickets are $15.


Kindergarten Enrollment for 2000-2001
Kindergarten enrollment for students who will be eligible to enter kindergarten next school year will be held April 17-21 from 9:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. Students should enroll at the elementary they will attend. At the present time, according to Indiana law, children must be five years of age on or before June 1, 2000, in order to enroll in kindergarten. Immunization records and original birth certificate are required. Please help our enrollment by sharing this information with neighbors and friends.


A Note From Speech and Hearing
This year, all students in kindergarten, first grade, and fourth grade, students new to Noblesville Schools, and students in all special education programs will be screened for hearing efficiency. This screening procedure in no way replaces the complete medical evaluation given by your physician, but is a fair assessment of auditory (hearing) acuity. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact me.
Thank You. - Katy Myer, Speech-Language Pathologist


Note from the Nurse
Indiana has a free health insurance program for children and pregnant women. You may be eligible. Information is available in the school office or you can contact Mrs. Warren, school nurse at 773-0482.


Super Saturday Success
Thank you to all the wonderful parents and volunteers who were able to give us their help in making Super Saturday another wonderful day for the children at North Elementary. It is always a highlight of the winter season for the children and the parents who are here. Next year, we hope even more of you will join in this great day. Thank you PTO parents.


Life Touch Pictures
The Life Touch photographer will be here on March 24 to take great photographs of the children with special seasonal backdrops. Many parents enjoy using these very nice photographs for Mothers Day gifts for grandmothers. Everyone is photographed and the finished portraits are sent home for you to see. Ifyou want to keep the pictures, you pay for them. If you do not want to keep the pictures, you simply return them. If you do not want your child photographed at all, so that you do not have to make a decision to buy them or not to buy them, just send a note to the teacher saying not to take the picture.


T.E.A.M. WEEK