Edmondson Update

M, T, TH, F - 8:00am - 3:10pm

W - 9:00am - 3:10pm

The main doors will open at 7:45. Students may not arrive before 7:45am.

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Edmondson Elementary School is piloting a program this summer where students in current grades 2-5 will take home their Chromebook and charging device home for the summer, and then return those items to their school in August. See below, the RUP (responsible use policy) must be completed in order for your student to take the device home for summer.

Edmondson 2nd-5th grade parents and guardians,

Thompson's Tech4All (1:1) program supports TSD's Strive 2025 Strategic Plan by providing students with the digital tools of their future. Through access to digital tools, TSD is creating learning conditions that enable students to reach their fullest potential. We're excited to have your student join us for a summer filled with learning and growth. To ensure a seamless experience, here's what you need to know about the digital aspect of our programs:

1. Chromebook Distribution:

Your student will take home their Tech4All Chromebook and charger on the last day of the school year. This device is essential for accessing our learning tools over the summer, including SORA, Khan Academy, and iReady and Lexia lessons.

2. Guidance and Resources:

As a guardian, we encourage you to familiarize yourself with resources from Securly and Common Sense Media to set healthy tech use guidelines at home. Resources like The Smart Talk or Family Tech Planners can also be helpful.

3. ACTION ITEM: Responsible Use Policy (RUP):

Before your Chromebook can go home, families are required to acknowledge our Responsible Use Policy in Infinite Campus. Instructions are available in our HowTo guide.

4. Continuing Education All Summer

We encourage your student(s) to continue their learning throughout the summer. Our Summer Activities Guide for elementary and middle school students offers a variety of fun and educational activities. Tell us about your learning and you could even win a prize!

Tech Support:
If your student has any technical problems with their TSD device, our HelpDesk is here for you! Call 970-613-7777, Monday through Thursday 8:00am-4:00pm. Check out some Quick tips and tricks for Chromebooks to set you up for success.

ACTION ITEM: Optional Insurance Offering:

To protect against potential damage, we’re offering optional insurance for Chromebooks. Sign up by May 24th, for coverage through Aug 2025. See this link for more information.

Transferring Schools: If your student is transferring to another school within the TSD school district, your student will bring their device to their new school.

Device Return:

Please ensure your student brings their Tech4All device and charger with them on their first day of the new school year.

We trust you to use the resources and information provided on our Tech4All website to not only set the parameters for your family but to treat your device with care so they are returned to school in working condition. Thank you for your cooperation and support in making this a productive learning summer for your student(s).

Thank you!

John Berg

Principal

Edmondson Elementary School

Hello Edmondson Families,

Field Day is next week on Thursday May 16th! We could use more help with running stations, set-up and clean-up. You must be a registered volunteer to help with the stations. Here is the link to sign-up.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4FAAA62DA3F4C70-49378079-edmondson

PLEASE REMEMBER on Field Day to:

1- Send your student to school with a water bottle labeled with their name.

2- Remember this is May, it may be a little chilly in the morning, so bring a jacket.

3- Please have your student wear appropriate PE shoes & clothing as we will be doing a lot of running. No crocs, flip-flops, boots, or sandals.

4- Sunscreen MUST be applied at home before students come to school-or you may bring your own to put on your child. We cannot apply sunscreen on at school, and will not have any available per district policy.

5- Spectators are welcome to come watch your student. If you want to take your student at the end of the end of the before the last bell you MUST check them out at the front office!

Congratulations to our STEM Learner profile winners! Way to be Innovators!

Congratulations to our BStrong, BFit club for completing their race!! The girls did an AMAZING job and they all finished strong! Thanks to Mrs. Danford, Mrs. Mulder, and Mrs. Taggart for coaching this year!!

MVHS Cheerleaders are hosting a Spring Carnival! All TSD students and their families are welcome!

WHERE: MVHS patio and cafeteria

WHEN: Saturday, May 11th, 2024 from 12:00pm-4:00pm

Games, prizes, food, and more!

All proceeds go to help the cheer squad with camp and competition costs.

Free to everyone ages 18 months- 18 years

Adult price $4.47

Peakview Academy and Winona Elementary:

Days- Monday - Friday

Dates- May 28th-July 31st

Serving time- 12:15PM-1:15PM

CLOSED JULY 4TH AND 5TH

Fickel Park:

Days- Monday-Friday

Dates- May 28th- July 31st

Serving time- 11:30am-12:30pm

CLOSED JULY 3RD, 4TH, 5TH, AND 10TH

The Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer Program (S-EBT) is starting this summer 2024! Summer EBT helps families buy food during the summer months. If you qualify, your family will receive $40 per child/per month to purchase groceries with funds placed on and EBT card. This amounts up to $120 per child.

You are eligible if your school aged children participate in : SNAP, TANF, or Medicaid OR if your child qualifies for free or reduced lunches based on income.

Why should I apply for meal benefits?

Even though we're far into the spring semester, you are still able to submit a free and reduced meal application for your students if you have not already! Yes, meals are free for all students this year. BUT, a huge benefit to applying and being improved for free and reduced meals is the chance to have fees waived for your students.

Another benefit to applying and being approved, is being eligible for Summer EBT as explained above. For more information on how to submit a meal benefits application, please call 970-613-5146.

Please follow the link below and complete the Annual Family Check-In for the 24-25 school year. This is a very important step for the next school year. It gives you a chance to update any of you or your student's information such as address, phone numbers, and emergency contacts. It also completes your students registration for the 24-25 school year. Thank you!

https://www.tsd.org/enrollment/afc

Are you interested in your child being ready for kindergarten? The Thompson School District's Integrated Early Childhood Program provides quality preschool experiences for three and four year olds at 15 different sites around the Loveland and Berthoud area. If your child will be 3 or 4 years old by October 1, 2024, your child may be eligible to participate in the Thompson School District's Early Childhood Program. We ask all interested families to complete our Preschool Interest Form available on our preschool website. If you have any questions about our program, please call 970-613-5052.

Monday, May 13th: French toast sticks

Tuesday, May 14th: Breakfast chicken sandwich

Wednesday, May 15th: Yogurt parfait

Thursday, May 16th: Cowboy bread

Friday, May 17th: Croissant sandwich

Always provided: fruit cup variety, cereal variety, mixed dried fruit, juice, milk variety

Monday, May 13th: Bean and cheese burrito

Tuesday, May 14th: Pizza stick with marinara sauce and steamed corn

Wednesday, May 15th: Hotdogs

Thursday, May 16th: Waffles and sausage with maple syrup

Friday, May 17th: Thompson-Fil-A chicken sandwich

Lunch substitutes: Club wrap or peanut butter and jelly sandwich

All lunches include: Fruit and veggie bar, goldfish crackers, and milk

Please remember that you cannot make a u-turn in front of the school at ANYTIME. This is very dangerous for families crossing at the crosswalk. Also, Please do not drop off or pick up your students in front of the staff parking out front. This is not a safe spot. Please park in the lot or on the street and have your student walk to the crosswalk.

Fees for your student are due by the end of October. You pay through your parent portal account. You can also download the app which is very helpful! Here are the instructions on how to pay:

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1o_SyImPw26nw9zrtSAvN41qbWwifOS-ZTnhTM4izZFA/edit?usp=sharing

If you qualified for free/reduced these fees may be waived. Please contact Ms. Addie in the front office if you think your students fees should be reduced or waived. 970-613-6300

Mission

We are committed to engaging and empowering the Edmondson community, including each child, family, staff, and community member, by providing opportunities and supporting them in maximizing their potential in school as well as outside of school.

Vision

Maximizing Edmondson's opportunities for potential.

We are so excited to bring back some events we haven't been able to have in a long time like the Family Halloween Dance and Family Movie Nights!!!

PTA is involved in many events and decisions surrounding your child’s educational community. By paying the annual dues (only $6.25 per year) you become a voting member with an official voice in these decisions! Feel free to reach out to Nicole Taggart with any questions or concerns - nicolejtaggart@gmail.com

In addition to Class Dojo, we use Facebook to share messaging regarding PTA meetings, family GET Togethers, STEM Night, and all the fun learning our students have throughout the week. Follow and like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Edmondson.Elementary

The Edmondson website has a lot of helpful information! Over the summer, the district made updates to all TSD schools' websites and we will continue to make updates and improve the site for your use. Thanks for your patience!

You can find our monthly schedule, lunch menus, and much more!

https://ees.tsd.org/

We now have an account with Rokkitwear where you can purchase Edmondson gear. They have a great selection of clothing items for women, men, and children. We get a kick back of the sales so every purchase you make is a WIN for Emdondson!!

Here is the link:

https://www.rokkitwear.com/school/56275-laurene-edmondson-elementary/4

Larimer County Fire Departments have asked us to share this information. This emergency alert will alert those who sign up for it with emergency notifications from Larimer county. Please text NOCOALERT to 888777.

If your student is tardy or late an adult will need to escort them to the front doors and ring the bell. One of our front office staff will let the student into the building and will check them in.

In order to check out your student you will need to show a valid photo ID. Students will NOT be released to anyone who does not produce an ID. The person must also be listed as a parent/guardian OR as an emergency contact in our system. Students will not be released to an unauthorized adult.

VOLUNTEER REGISTRATION IS CLOSED FOR TEH 23-24 SCHOOL YEAR!

In order to volunteer at Edmondson you must register with Thompson School District. Once you register as a volunteer your registration is valid for 3 years. After that time period you must reapply. If you are unsure of your volunteer status please contact the main office. Follow the link below to become a TSD volunteer!

https://www.thompsonschools.org/page/2277

At the beginning of the school year you will receive an email from your student's teacher inviting you to join their classroom on Class Dojo. This is a great tool to communicate with teachers and school staff. It is also a great way to stay updated on events taking place here at Edmondson.

Please reach out to the Boys & Girls Club of Larimer County about before and after school care.

https://www.begreatlarimer.org/

970-312-0410

Email: addie.bleed@tsd.org
Website: www.thompsonschools.org/edmondson
Location: 307 West 49th Street, Loveland, CO, USA
Phone: 970-613-6300