Iredell ISD

Iredell ISD isn’t just a place of learning; it’s a hub for community engagement. Families, neighbors, and alumni come together to support the school, attend events, and celebrate achievements. Go Dragons! This community truly embodies the saying, “It takes a village.”

Homecoming plays a significant role in nurturing school spirit and pride among students and alumni. The week leading up to the homecoming game buzzes with excitement. Themed dress-up days, pep rallies, and friendly competitions create a sense of unity and camaraderie. It’s a time when everyone proudly wears their school colors and chants their team’s fight song.

The highlight of homecoming is undoubtedly the football game. Current students and alumni gather to cheer on the Dragons. Alumni reminisce about their own PK-12 school experiences while witnessing the passion and dedication of today’s students. This unity strengthens the overall school community and creates lasting bonds across generations.

Alumni and community engagement are vital for any school community. When alumni participate in homecoming events, they reconnect with their alma mater. According to studies, over 60% of alumni report increased feelings of connection after participating in homecoming activities. Alumni become mentors and advocates who contribute to Iredell ISD’s legacy.

We look forward to seeing our distinguished alumni at our upcoming parade (10/9), bonfire (10/9), football game (10/11), golf tournament (10/12), fundraisers (10/9 and 10/12), and class reunions (10/12)!

We regularly utilize SchoolMessenger to send text-based updates related to school happenings. If you are not receiving these messages or have changed your phone number, please be sure to call the school and let Mrs. Sheffield or Mrs. Johnston know.

Please consider following us on Facebook for the most up-to-date information regarding school updates and classroom happenings!

Thank you to our amazing community for making our Big Kahuna fundraiser a resounding success! Your generosity and support have directly contributed to the well-being of our students.

The profits from this event will be allocated to our student activity account, allowing us to fund essential initiatives such as:

• Field Trip Costs: Help our students explore the world beyond the classroom.
• Attendance Incentives: Reward regular attendance and promote academic achievement.
• School-Wide Celebrations: Create memorable experiences for our students and staff.
• Six Weeks Elementary Awards: Recognize academic achievements
• and much more!

We are truly grateful for your continued support.

October 2- School Custodian Appreciation Day

October 4- 3-5th AR Reward Trip 1st Six weeks

October 6- National Coaches Day

October 7- Homecoming Week Begins!

Fire Prevention Week (Smoke Alarms: Make them work for you)

Elementary visits the Iredell Volunteer Fire Department

October 8- 1st Six Weeks Elementary Awards (A, A/B, Perfect Attendance) @ 2:45 pm

October 9- Homecoming Parade 6pm/ Senior Hamburger Fundraiser

October 11- Big Kahuna Product Delivery

October 12- Hayley Burns Memorial Scholarship Lunch

October 14- No School (Columbus Day)

October 15- School Board Meeting 6:30 pm

October 16- Book Fair Night 4-6 pm

October 19- Junior Class Fundraiser (Halloween Movie Night)

October 21- Carter Blood Drive hosted by NHS 12-3pm

October 28- Red Ribbon Week Begins ("Life is a Movie, Film Drug Free")

JR Class Ring Presentation/SR Cap and Gown (Herf Jones)

Elect to Be Drug Free- Wear red, white, and blue.

October 29- Wear your wildest hairstyle!

October 30- Wear Camo

October 31- End of the 2nd Six Weeks

Wear your Halloween Costume (Must follow school dress code)

November 1- No School (Teacher Workday)

November 4- 3rd Six Weeks Begins

November 8- Veterans Day Assembly

November 13- CPR 9-12th Graders

November 20- School Board Meeting 6:30 pm

Senior Pictures and Retakes

November 21- Annual Thanksgiving Lunch

November 22- Early Release at 1:05 pm

November 25-29- Thanksgiving Break

“The magic thing about home is that it feels good to leave, and it feels even better to come back.” – Wendy Wunder

The Junior Class is hosting a movie night on October 19th. A parent or guardian will have to sign in and sign out their child. Thank you for supporting the Class of 2026.

In October, we celebrate Red Ribbon Week which is about making healthy life choices with regard to substance use. Did you know that the most powerful deterrent to keep students from using drugs, alcohol, cigarettes, and vapes is parental influence?

Research consistently shows that children are more likely to avoid substance use when they have strong, supportive relationships with their parents or guardians. Parents/Guardians who:

• Communicate openly and honestly about the dangers of substance abuse

• Set clear expectations and boundaries

• Model healthy behaviors themselves

• Show genuine interest in their child's life

are more likely to have children who make healthy choices.

Other factors that can deter substance use include:

• Strong peer relationships: Having friends who do not use substances can make it easier for a student to resist peer pressure.

• Positive school environment: A school that promotes healthy behaviors and provides support for students can also be a deterrent.

• Educational campaigns: Informative campaigns like Red Ribbon week that educate students about the risks of substance abuse are effective as well.

While these factors can all play a role, parental influence is generally considered the most powerful deterrent. With that in mind, please help support our efforts to stress the importance of making healthy life choices all year long and during our fun week of Red Ribbon Activities.

****REVISED FOOTBALL SCHEDULE AS OF 8/29/2024****

1st - Fruit & Meat Fundraiser starts

2nd - Halloween FFA Meeting

3rd - FFA Store Closes

7th - Madison FFA Virtual Contest starts (Students will stay at Iredell, but will need to bring official dress to school)

18th - Fruit & Meat Orders are due to Mr. Kash

21st - Kerens & Lake Travis Virtual Contest starts (Students will stay at Iredell, but will need to bring official dress to school)

20th - IYSG Jackpot

21st - Bosque County Hay Show

28th - Lamb & Goat validation 4pm @ Meridian Ag Farm

28th - Fall Heifer Validation 6pm @ W4 Ranch

30th - TSU Invitational (More information to come, students will need to be in official dress)

Visit Iredell ISD - 2024-2025 FFA Calendar (iredell-isd.com) to view the Iredell FFA Calendar

FFA Advisor: Mr. Kash g_kash@iredell-isd.com

The National Honor Society is off to a fantastic start this year! Several students have already begun racking up their required volunteer hours, demonstrating their commitment to service and community involvement.

We are excited to announce that the NHS will be hosting a blood drive and will help stock the shelves at the food pantry this November. In addition, the NHS students will be arranging a Veterans Day assembly to honor all Veterans. More information about the food drive will be released closer to November.

Members:

Seniors

Caibry Dunn

Westen Chandler

Walker Johnson

Eliza Guereca

Juniors

Caleb Garland

Gracey Sheffield

Mackenzie Skipper

Charles Terry

Missing 10 percent or more of school days due to absence for any reason—excused, unexcused absences, and suspensions—can translate into students having difficulty learning to read by the third grade, achieving in middle school, and graduating from high school.

Please get in touch with Mrs. Sheffield or Mrs. Johnston if you have any questions regarding absences and attendance. Iredell ISD teachers encourage regular attendance, and school-wide incentives are in place to recognize students with outstanding attendance.

Our top attendance winners for the 1st six weeks was the 8th grade class!

Mrs. Boren was the winner for the 1st Six Weeks Staff Member Perfect Attendance Drawing

National Custodian Day honors janitors or caretakers who maintain cleanliness and order in various facilities. This day highlights the critical role they play in ensuring safe, clean, and functional environments in schools, hospitals, and office buildings.

Mrs. Sharon and Ms. Heather, we appreciate you both! Thank you for all that you do.

A Day for Coaches

Each year on October 6th, we observe National Coaches Day. This special day is dedicated to honoring the significant impact coaches have on athletes and the world of sports. It's a chance to recognize their dedication, hard work, and positive influence on their teams and communities.

History of National Coaches Day

National Coaches Day was officially established in October 1972 by President Richard Nixon. President Nixon's proclamation emphasized the importance of coaches in teaching not only sports skills but also valuable life lessons and providing guidance.

Our coaches at Iredell ISD truly go above and beyond. They wear many hats, always prioritizing the well-being and success of our students. Their dedication is evident in the extra effort they put in, and we are grateful for their commitment to our school community.

Parent Portal is an easy-to-use web resource, available on any device with an internet connection. It allows parents and guardians to access information about their students, such as attendance, grades, assignments, schedules, progress reports and report cards. If you need assistance accessing the Portal, please contact Mrs. Sheffield at 254-364-2411.

Progress Reports:

Progress reports will be posted on the portal unless the student has a failing average. Students with a failing average will require a parent signature on their progress report.

Report Cards:

Report cards will be sent home at the end of every six weeks. Please sign and return as soon as possible. We appreciate your support.

GoGuardian is a program that we utilize throughout the district to help monitor and protect our students. GoGuardian actively monitors and protects students from explicit content on the internet. GoGuardian is also used to actively monitor classrooms on Chromebooks from 3rd grade through 12th grade. The classroom monitoring allows teachers to see student Chromebooks activity in real time to help minimize distractions.

Chromebook activity can also be monitored while at home. If you have any questions regarding your child's Chromebook usage, please don't hesitate to reach out to your child's teacher or Mrs. Johnston.

Monday, October 21, 2024

12:00 pm - 03:00 pm

Carter BloodCare - Donor Portal (greatpartners.org)

If you would like to donate, please visit the link above. Seniors have the opportunity to participate in the Honor Cord Program. The Honor Cord program awards students who have made the choice to donate life-saving blood by giving at least two times at their school’s Carter BloodCare high school blood drives during their Senior year. You are able to donate in a Senior's name to help them earn their cord.

Interested in purchasing a yearbook from the 23-24 school year? Contact Mr. Kammerer at b_kammerer@iredell-isd.com to get your order in!

Every Wednesday beginning September 4th!

3:35 pm-5:00 pm

Grades PK-5th grade. Vans are available for after school, but permission slips are required to ride. Your child is invited to join the First Baptist Church every Wednesday afternoon. Parents can pick up their child at 5 or can arrange for them to be dropped off by the church van.

Everyone has VERY specific Halloween opinions- How do yours stack up?

Administration

Chris Morrow, Superintendent

Bonnie Johnston, Principal

Christy Halbert, Counselor

Luis Guereca, Athletic Director

Crystal Brewer, Business Manager

Wendi Sheffield, PEIMS Coordinator

School Board Members

David Fowler, President

Wayne Johnson, Vice President

Robbie Gephart, Secretary

Nick Heutzenroeder, Member

Zach Word, Member

Nathan Potter, Member

School Advisory Council

David Fowler, School Board President

Zach Word, School Board Member/Parent

Bradley Fletcher-Community Member/Iredell VFD

Pam Skipper, Business Representative/Parent

Laci Carpenter-Parent

Ana Vergara-Parent

Carol Robinson-Community Member

Shane Gallagher-Faculty

Sarah Lee-Faculty/Parent

Liz Dunn-Auxiliary Personnel/School Nutrition/Parent

Christy Halbert-Counselor

Bonnie Johnston-Principal/Parent

Chris Morrow-Superintendent/Parent

2024-2025 Regular Bell Schedule

Iredell ISD - 2024-2025 Regular Bell Schedule (iredell-isd.com)

Student Code of Conduct

Iredell ISD - 2024-2025 Student Code of Conduct (iredell-isd.com)

Student Handbook

Iredell ISD - 2024-2025 Student Handbook (iredell-isd.com)

Dyslexia Handbook

https://tea.texas.gov/sites/default/files/texas-dyslexia-handbook-2021.pdf

Application for Talking Book Services

https://www.tsl.texas.gov/tbp/application/index.html

Iredell ISD P.T.O has helped organize various events and opportunities for students at Iredell ISD such as:

*Welcome Back Breakfast

*Daddy/Daughter Dance

*Winter Formal

*Trunk or Treat

*Assist with Teacher Appreciation Week

*Scholarships for Seniors

and much more!!!

Iredell ISD PTO Facebook Link: https://www.facebook.com/iredellpto

Iredell ISD

501 E McLain

Iredell, Texas 76649

254-364-2411

Iredell ISD Facebook Link:

https://www.facebook.com/iredellschool