New Prospect's Monthly Scoop

Dear Parents and Guardians,

Welcome to September! As the crisp autumn air settles in and our students return to their routines, we are excited to share what we have planned for this vibrant month at New Prospect.

Upcoming Events and Activities:

- Candy Wars - Our Candy Wars begin on September 8, 2024. Bring in candy from now until October 22, 2024. The class with the most bags of candy on October 22 will win an ice cream party.

- Fall Title Meeting and PTO Open House: Join us on September 12 at 4:45 for the Title I Meeting and Open House will begin at 5:15 . This is an opportunity to speak with your child’s teacher, see some of your child's work, and learn more about the exciting year ahead. It’s a great chance to ask questions and become involved in your child’s educational journey.

- Muffins and Math: Saturday, September 21 from 9:00 - 10:30 Join us for a delicious start to the day at our Muffins and Math Morning! This fun and interactive event combines tasty muffins with engaging math activities designed to make learning enjoyable for students and families alike. Bring your enthusiasm and your appetite as we explore math concepts through games and challenges, all while enjoying a variety of muffins. We look forward to seeing you there for a morning of learning, laughter, and community spirit!

- STEM in the Gym - Get ready for a morning of fun and learning at our STEM in the Gym event on September 27 from 7:00 am to 7:45 am! Join us in the gym for an engaging session where you and your child can dive into exciting STEM activities together. This is a fantastic opportunity to explore science, technology, engineering, and math concepts in a hands-on and interactive environment. We can’t wait to see you there for a morning of discovery and teamwork!

Reminders and Tips:

- Attendance Matters: Regular attendance is crucial for student success. Please ensure your child arrives on time each day and is ready to learn.

- Homework and Reading: Encourage your child to read each day and complete any homework assignments on time. This practice reinforces classroom learning and supports academic growth.

Get Involved:

We invite you to become an active participant in our school community. Whether you volunteer for classroom activities, join the PT0, or attend school events, your involvement makes a significant impact on our students’ educational experience.

Thank you for your continued support and partnership. We look forward to a fantastic month filled with learning, growth, and community spirit.

Warm regards,

Malura Shady

Principal

New Prospect School

Dear Parents and Guardians,

We are excited to share that Family Packets are coming home with your child today! Inside, you'll find a Letter to the Parent detailing how these packets are designed to support your child’s learning journey.

Each month, we will send home new items to add to these packets. These resources are carefully selected to complement what your child is learning at school and to help reinforce important concepts at home. By engaging with these materials, you'll have a valuable tool to assist in your child's educational development.

View the photo to see what is coming home today in each grade level. Please keep an eye out for these monthly updates and make sure to incorporate them into your family routine. If you have any questions or need additional support, don’t hesitate to reach out.

Thank you for your continued partnership in your child’s education!

Through Class Dojo, you'll receive important updates, messages, and announcements directly from teachers and the school. Don't miss out on vital information and the chance to be actively involved in your child's learning journey. Sign up today and stay informed all year round!

Get ready for some sweet competition because Candy Wars is kicking off at New Prospect! From September 8 through October 22, we’re challenging all classes to bring in the most bags of candy. 🍭🍫

The class that collects the highest number of candy bags will be rewarded with a fun-filled Ice Cream Party! 🍦🎉 So start gathering those treats and encourage everyone to bring in their best!

📅 Event Dates: September 8 - October 22

🏆 Prize: Ice Cream Party for the winning class!

Let the candy collecting begin, and may the best class win! 🍬💪🎊

📝🌟 **Character Counts at New Prospect!** 🌟📝

We are excited to continue our monthly character traits for this school year. During the month of August we focused on Respect. As you can see in the picture, we had a great time celebrating our Terrific Kids who was chosen for their Respectful manners.

During the month of September we will focus on Kindness. We will be focusing on the importance of character traits to help our students grow into well-rounded individuals. 💖🌱

Character education plays a crucial role in shaping our children's futures, teaching them valuable life skills such as responsibility, respect, honesty, and kindness. These traits not only contribute to academic success but also foster a positive school environment and strong community values. 🌟

Thank you for your continued support and partnership in your child’s education. Let’s make this a fantastic year of growth and character development! 🏫👏

#CharacterCounts #NewProspect #BuildingBrightFutures #CharacterEducation

Our PTO supports the students and teachers and provides many materials, supplies, and support for your children. With this in mind, we ask that you please join the PTO. The fee is a one time payment of $5 per family and this offers much needed support throughout the school year. Please consider joining our PTO to help students and teachers.

If you are interested in being part of the PTO Board, please reach our to Nurse Goldsmith at KristinaGoldsmith@anderson5.net . We would love to have you on our PTO Board.

A few ways to volunteer and assist the PTO are:

Santa Shop - this is a 3 day event in December and we really need help

Ice Cream (occasionally)

Fundraisers

Book Fair - Fall Book Fair is Oct. 21 - 25 and Spring Book Fair is Feb. 24 - 28

Dance & after-school activities

Fall Festival/ Spring Fling

Field Days

Teacher Appreciation Week - assisting with setup and serving the teachers

Dear Parents,

As the weather will still be hot when we return on August 1, we want to take a moment to remind you of the dress code here at New Prospect Elementary School. Ensuring that our students are dressed appropriately not only fosters a conducive learning environment but also promotes a sense of responsibility.

As stated in our dress code policy, shorts should be measured by reaching at least fingertip length. This guideline helps to maintain a standard of comfort for all students throughout the school day.

Additionally, we kindly request that tops worn to school do not expose midriffs or stomachs. Crop tops, while popular in fashion, are not suitable attire for school, and we ask for your cooperation in ensuring that your child's clothing choices adhere to this standard.

By adhering to these dress code guidelines, we can all contribute to a positive and focused learning environment where students can thrive.

Thank you for your attention to this matter. Should you have any questions or concerns regarding the dress code or any other school policies, please don't hesitate to reach out to us.

New Prospect has a new tradition to add to the positive environment this year. A wonderful anonymous donor provided the Celebration Rock that now sits at the edge of our front yard area. This rock can be rented for $10 for a 1 week period to celebrate student birthdays, great job on interim reports, report cards, or just to say Hello to your child and let them know how special they are to you.

The parent/guardian is responsible for getting in touch with Mrs. Kern in the main office and scheduling to rent the rock. The parent/guardian can then come after school or on the weekend to paint the rock with the special message. Parents/guardians provide the paint and paint the rock as a surprise for their student(s).
We are excited about this new tradition and love the look it has right now.

Please take the time to read through the Parent/Student Handbook with your student so that everyone is aware of the expectations at New Prospect.

MISSION

Mission of New Prospect Elementary School is to educate all students academically, while supporting them socially and emotionally as they grow into productive citizens and lifelong learners.

PURPOSE

The purpose of New Prospect Elementary School is to educate students to be productive citizens academically and socially.

VISION

The vision of New Prospect Elementary School is to develop eager, well-engaged students as problem solvers and critical thinkers, both independently and collaboratively, so that they are positive contributors to society.

Please join the PTO - all proceeds benefit the classrooms - August 1 - September 18 we will have a PTO Membership Drive and each class that gets to 100% membership will receive a prize. Cost of membership is $5 per family.

Sept. 2 - Holiday - No School

Sept. 8 - Candy Wars Begin - More information will be sent home from the PTO

Sept. 12 - PTO Open House and Fall Title I Meeting - Title I Meeting will begin at 4:45pm in the Media
Center and the Open House will begin at 5:15pm and conclude at 6:30pm

Sept. 15 - Hispanic Heritage Month Begins

Sept. 19 - PTO Board Meeting at 3:00 in the Media Center - we would love to have you join us

Sept. 21 - Muffins and Math - 9:00 - 10:30 - Come join us as we enjoy muffins and do some fun math

Sept. 22 - First Day of Autumn

Sept. 27 - STEM in the Gym - Parents are invited to enjoy STEM in the Gym activities with their
student from 7:00am - 7:45am. All students will participate in STEM activities throughout
the school day

Sept. 30 - Family Packets go home

Oct. 3 - Fall Pictures

Oct. 4 - End of First Nine Weeks

Oct. 7 - Holiday - No School

Oct. 8 - Student Holiday - No School for Students - Teachers have a PD Day

Oct. 10 - 2nd grade Iowa Testing

Oct. 11 - 2nd grade Iowa Testing and Report Cards come home

Oct. 15 - 17 - 2nd grade CogAt Testing

Oct. 18 - Writer's Guild at 9:00 - Parents will be notified if their student is going to receive this award

Oct. 19 - Why Reading Matter Parent Workshop - 9:00 - 10:15

Oct. 22 - Grandparents Luncheon for 4K - 2nd graders

Oct. 23 - Grandparents Luncheon for 3rd - 5th graders

Oct. 24 - PTO Fall Dance/Festival 5:00 - 7:00

Oct. 27 - Nov. 1 - Red Ribbon Week

Oct. 31 - Family Packets will come home today