Newsletter: August 7, 2023
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August 7, 2023
School News
Principal's Message
Dear Thomas Families,
The "Back to School" to do list is a long one! I'm working my way down our daughter's second grade list now. If you're like my family, not only do you have a set of tasks that comes from the school, but also all the self-imposed items. We need new shoes, to start waking up earlier (little by little, day by day...that 7:14 bus comes early!), and to squeeze in as many doctor appointments as we can.
This week's newsletter will be filled with all of the links, information, and action items you need to get ready for the new school year. Next week, the newsletter will provide you with the details of a typical school day (arrival, lunch, and other procedures).
As you have questions, please contact our school office. We are lucky to have two new, wonderful secretaries: Mrs. Jamie Neely and Mrs. Julie Miller. They are kind and knowledgeable, and a great addition to the Thomas staff!
Go Tigers,
Melissa Garris
Back to School To Do List
Each green button is a link, with a short description below it. Happy clicking!
Our new parent portal is called Infinite Campus. Please click the link in your email (unique to you) to set up your parent account. The link above leads to troubleshooting and frequently asked questions.
On August 8, you'll be able to see who your child's teacher is through Infinite Campus. Information about bus routes and pick up times will also be available through Infinite Campus next week. Lots of incentive to get your parent account up and running!
After creating an Infinite Campus account, you'll have to complete the Annual Update. This is required at the start of every school year. The button above gives very detailed directions on how to complete the Annual Update.
If your child will be purchasing a school lunch, please load money onto their account through PaySchools.
Your family may qualify for free or reduced lunch prices. If you think you might qualify, please click the link above to be directed to applications for Free and Reduced Lunch. The application is available for download in most languages, and can be filled out electronically (through PaySchools) in English or Spanish. If you need assistance in accessing the application, please contact the school and we will support you.
If you purchased school supplies through the PTO, they will be delivered to the school. If not, click the link above to access each grade level's school supply list.
Check out the PTO website (linked above) for ways to get involved with our awesome PTO!
School Information
Meet Your Teacher!
All families are invited to come to Thomas Elementary on Wednesday, August 16 to meet their teacher and see their classroom.
We will stagger arrival to help manage the crowd. If your child's last name begins with A - K, please attend from 2:00 - 2:30. For children with last names beginning with L - Z, attend from 2:30 - 3:00.
After seeing your child's classroom, join the PTO on the Thomas playground for Kona Ice and connect with classmates after the summer!
Upcoming Dates
August 16: Walkthrough (all grades), 2:00 - 3:00
August 17: First day of school for grades 1 - 6
First day of school for kindergarteners with last name A - K
August 18: First day of school for kindergarteners
with last name L - Z
August 21: All kindergarteners attend school
August 25: Fall Picture Day