November 19 - Interims go home

November 18-22 - Ramen Noodle Food Drive

November 20 - Picture Retake Day

November 22 - Silly String Principal Randenburg

November 25-29 - Thanksgiving Break

December 2-6 - Warm and Fuzzy Drive

December 5 - NCES 2nd and 3rd grade Christmas Program

December 9 - NCES 4th and 5th grade Christmas Program

December 11 - 2 hour delay

December 13 - High School Choir Assembly

December 17 - 2nd grade Field Trip

December 20 - End of 2nd Quarter

December 20 - Early Release Day

December 23 - January 3 - Christmas Break

New Carlisle Elementary School Christmas programs are special events where students showcase their talents through music and sometimes dance to celebrate the holiday season. These programs are a fun and festive way for students to get involved, spread holiday cheer, and engage with their school community.

• 2nd and 3rd Grade programs are December 5th ( see the flier Ms. Chappell sent home for times and directions)
• 4th and 5th Grade programs are December 9th ( see the flier Ms. Chappell sent home for times and directions)

Please make sure students practice their lines or songs at home so they feel confident on stage. Be sure to dress in your best holiday outfits. All students are encouraged to attend school and participate in the performance for the best experience!

Christmas programs are a delightful way to celebrate the holiday season with music and fun. They give students an opportunity to shine, learn, and make lasting memories with their school community.

There is a lot of information and resources about our district on the website. Make sure to check it out and find inforamtion here!

ProgressBook is a great tool for staying connected to your child’s education. Here’s why you should get on it:

1. Track Grades: Monitor your child’s grades in real-time, so you can address any concerns early.

2. Attendance: Stay informed about your child’s attendance and spot any patterns.

3. Assignments: Keep up with upcoming assignments, tests, and deadlines.

4. Communication: Easily communicate with teachers to discuss your child’s progress.

Using ProgressBook helps you support your child’s academic success and stay involved in their learning.

Contact the office for more information and the code to get you started. It will be a great asset to our child's education.

Check out the LINK here to watch the slideshow.

The students at NCES are able to receive positive referrals from staff for going above and beyond. We are so proud of our students who have earned positive referrals during the month.

When students receive a positive referral their photo is taken, the receive a bracelet, candy or a pencil. Additionally, students receiving positive referrals are honored as we hang their photo in the hallway of each student receiving a positive office referral and these students are also honored on our morning announcements which can be viewed on our Youtube channel, and their pictures scroll on the TV in the office. It is really exciting for our students.

WAY TO GO KIDS!!!! You are the good example for others! Keep it up the great work.

Please take a minute and download the App to your phone. This will help you stay connected to what is going on in our district and school.

NCES has an Instagram account. Please follow us to see the fun and educational happenings at New Carlisle Elementary School. Tell your friends and family to join us too. I try to post pictures almost daily.

We are excited to announce a Ramen Noodle Food Drive to help support local families in need. Please consider donating packages of ramen noodles, which will be collected from November 18-22nd. Your generosity will make a big difference in our community!

Thank you for your support!

As we approach the holiday season, we’re excited to announce our Warm & Fuzzy Drive to help spread warmth and kindness throughout our school community.

This drive we will collect items like:

• New coats, gloves, and scarves, blankets, slippers and socks

Please drop off any donations at the school between now and December 2-6th. We’re aiming to brighten the holidays for those who need it most, and your generous donations will make a big difference!

Thank you for helping us spread warmth and holiday cheer!

Safer Ohio School Tip Line

The Safer Ohio School Tip Line is a free safety resource available to all Ohio schools. The tip line is an anonymous reporting system that accepts both calls and texts 24 hours a day.

This tip line allows students and adults to anonymously share information with school officials and law enforcement about threats to student safety—whether that involves a threatened mass incident or harm to a single student.

Things to report to the tip line include (but are not limited to):

• Bullying incidents;

• Withdrawn student behaviors;

• Verbal or written threats observed toward students, faculty or schools;

• Weapon/suspicious devices on or near school grounds;

• Gang related activities;

• Unusual/suspicious behavior of students or staff;

• Self-harm or suicidal sentiments; and

• Any other school safety related concerns.

Every tip can remain anonymous. School safety analysts may ask for additional information, but the caller can remain secret or leave his or her contact information for later follow-up.

Calls or texts to 844-SaferOH (844-723-3764) are answered by analysts within Ohio Homeland Security. If action is needed, the analysts immediately forward information to local school officials, law enforcement agencies and the Ohio School Safety Center (OSSC) for action and follow up.

The OSSC partners with the Ohio Department of Education to follow up with affected school and law enforcement agencies to make sure that the incident is investigated, action is taken and resources and supports are provided when necessary.

Attendance at school is important for several key reasons, and it plays a crucial role in a student's academic and personal development:

1. Academic Success: Regular attendance helps students stay on track with lessons, assignments, and class activities. Missing school can cause them to fall behind, making it harder to understand new concepts and perform well on tests.

2. Building Skills: Consistent attendance builds essential life skills such as responsibility, time management, and self-discipline. These skills are important both in school and in the future workplace.

3. Social Development: Being present at school allows students to interact with peers, build friendships, and develop social skills. These interactions are key to emotional and social growth.

4. Routine and Structure: Regular school attendance provides students with a structured routine, which is important for developing a sense of stability and well-being.

5. Opportunities for Support: When students attend school regularly, teachers and staff can better identify and support any academic or emotional challenges they may face.

6. Long-Term Impact: Good attendance habits established in school are linked to higher graduation rates, better job prospects, and greater overall success in life.

In short, attending school regularly is one of the most important factors in ensuring students get the education and opportunities they need to succeed in life.

The Education Connection is a telephone number that you can call 24-hours a day to listen to your child’s homework assignments, report your child’s absence, hear the lunch menu, find out the scores of the big game, hear about school closings and leave a private message for a staff member.

You will still need to call your child in if they will not be attending school, or doing their online work for the day. We will still need to document attendance. We are marking students with green, yellow and red attendance.

Please use the TEC number for:

• Calling your child in sick.
• Leave a voicemail with questions.
• 937-845-4483

PTO We Need You!

Our next meeting is: October 7th.

We will be holding a Tecumseh Elementary PTO meeting on the second Monday of the month at 6:30 pm. These take place at Park Layne El. in the cafeteria. Join the Tecumseh Elementary PTO Facebook for this information.

PTO has their own Remind page. On your phone Type: @tecelempto in the message space, put 81010 where the number goes, and join. If you have questions please call our office at 845-4480.

Email: kathryn.randenburg@tecumsehlocal.org
Website: http://www.tecumseh.k12.oh.us/
Location: 1203 Kennison Avenue, New Carlisle, OH, United States
Phone: (937)845-4480
Facebook: facebook.com/TecumsehElementaryPTO
Twitter: @ArrowsNces

Field trips play a vital role in elementary education by providing hands-on experiences that complement classroom learning. These outings enhance engagement and motivation, as students can explore subjects like science, history, and art in real-world contexts, making learning more enjoyable and memorable. They also foster social skills development, encouraging teamwork and cooperation as students interact outside the classroom. Additionally, field trips introduce students to diverse cultures and perspectives, promoting inclusivity and understanding. By strengthening ties to the community, these experiences highlight local history and resources. Moreover, exploring new environments encourages critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Ultimately, the memorable experiences created during field trips can have a lasting impact, reinforcing lessons and inspiring future learning.

• 5th - Victoria Theater
  
• 4th - Carillon Park
• 3rd - One Room School house / Brukner Nature Center
• 2nd - Air Force Museum

Picture Retake Day: What You Need to Know!

We want to ensure every student has the chance to have their school photo taken! If your child missed the original picture day or you’d like to have a retake for any reason, we are offering a picture retake day on November 20.

Picture day is a great opportunity for students to have a lasting memory of their school year, so don’t miss out on this chance to get the perfect shot!

If you have any questions or need more information, please don’t hesitate to reach out to the school office. We’re excited to help capture this year’s memories!

A Fun Reward for Our Fundraiser Heroes!

We have some exciting news to share! Thanks for the incredible support from our students and families. On November 22, at lunch time our students that sold ___ will get to silly string none other than our very own Principal, Randenburg!

This fun reward is our way of saying thanks for everyone’s hard work in helping to raise funds for our Tecumseh Elementary PTO.

Thank you for your continued support in making this fundraiser a success. We appreciate all the students who helped out, and we’re looking forward to this fun, memorable moment!

Please continue to send in Boxtops for Education. We use these funds to help buy items for the children to help support their activities that take place here at NCES. Please keep saving and sending the Boxtops and Campbell’s label proofs into school as you collect them.