4K Center for Literacy

Hello Minimaker Families

What an amazing start to our school year. I already see our 4K students as problem solvers and adjusting being at school. Their joyfulness radiates throughout our school. I think our parents have done a superb job getting their children ready for school. We thank you.

For the start of the year, we are all about building relationships and practicing routines. We believe it is especially important for our students to have a sense of belonging from day one. Our classrooms focus on kindness, honesty, respect, and responsibility—our district’s community values. This reveals to our students that we care about them and want them to make good choices. Having them practice daily routines builds on their competence and independence. As a result, our 4K students have begun to see school as part of their everyday lives.

Please mark your calendars. On Tuesday, October 22nd, we are holding our annual Literacy Night from 5:00PM to 6:00PM. It is a great family event where we provide a variety of literacy activities to support creating a love of reading and learning at home. Come join us!

The last thing I wish share is open communication is so beneficial in creating a trusting relationship between our school and families. We welcome your input on matters related your children’s education. This is their first year at school. They need us, and we need each other. Together, we can provide timely support so our students can be successful.

Our Minimakers can do AMAZING things!

Thank you.

Principal

Hercules Nikolaou, Ph.D.

Click HERE for the Kimberly Area School District Plan for Excellence

• September 16 - Hearing Screening
  
• September 27 - NO SCHOOL
• September 24, 25 & 26 - Hofacker Field Trip
• October 14 - Picture Retake Day
• October 22 - Literacy Night - 5-6 pm

Each year the Kimberly Area School District must inform all families and staff of certain information. The updated Public Notices document can be found on our website at https://www.kimberly.k12.wi.us/departments/pupil-services/notices

If you need a printed copy, you can request one from any school office or the District Administration Office.

The Parent Advisory Committee serves as the steering committee for special and social events throughout the school year. It is composed of a team of parents who volunteer their time and talents to build a community between our school and families. We can best serve our students when we work together.

Our first meeting will be held on: Thursday, September 26th beginning at 4:30 PM at the 4K Center for Literacy.

ALL parents/guardians are welcome anytime – please join us!

With the start of the school year, school safety is our priority. It is important for our staff and students to know how to proceed during unsafe situations. Over the next two weeks, we will practice our safety drills, debrief on what we observe, and make any necessary adjustments. If you have any questions, please connect with our principal, Dr. Nikolaou.

Students that need to be photographed:

If students have not been photographed this school year, please be prepared to have a photograph taken on October 4th. All students must be photographed. Portraits will be needed for our school's data base.

Students that would like re-take photos:

If you want a re-take of your student's original portrait, please return the original package in its entirety to the photographer on re-take day. A replacement package will be printed and delivered to the school with your student's new image. If you did not purchase photos from the original picture day and want a re-take, please have the student's picture taken.

Students who want to order school pictures for the first time:

If you would like to order school pictures for the first time, you can print and use the order form .pdf or obtain one from the school office. Just fill out the order form and bring it with you to re-take day.

Students who did not order school pictures and would like to order at a later time:

If you do not order your student's portrait on re-take day, you will still be able to order online for the entire school year. Approximately 3 weeks after the portrait is taken your student will bring home a proof form with their own secure private gallery password. Online orders get mailed directly to your home and will include a shipping charge of $5.25.

Delivery of re-take portraits:

Re-take photos will be delivered to the school approximately three weeks after the re-take day.

The public nature of school events information can be found on our website under public notices.

If your child is going to be absent, tardy or leaving early, please notify the office by calling (920) 423-4190. Feel free to leave a voicemail on the 4K Center attendance line anytime. You can also email Ms. Jenny in the office at jlchevalier@kimberly.k12.wi.us

If your child(ren) will be riding the bus at any time during the school year, please review the Pupil Transportation Handbook with them. The last page of the handbook is a form that must be completed and signed by a parent/guardian for each pupil that will ride the bus. The completed form should be returned to the child's school secretary by September 15, 2024.

This letter is intended to give direction regarding a few traffic flow systems that we need your help with, in order to help things flow smoothly. Although it may seem lengthy, please be sure to read the portions that apply to your family.

General Fee - $20.00

Milk Fee - $20.25

Field Trip Fee - $23.00

Total: $63.25

If you haven't already paid your 24/25 school fees, you may make payment online by accessing your Infinite Campus account. When paying through Infinite Campus, you are now able to pay using the e-check method or by using your credit card. Credit card fees for registration will be waived through September 31st. Please remember when you use an e-check it is similar to using a paper check and if this check would be rejected by your bank due to non-sufficient funds, you will be charged a $25 NSF fee. Families are encouraged to complete the Free and Reduced Lunch Applications and Fee Waivers as needed.

The Board does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, sex (including gender status, change of sex or gender identity), or physical, mental, emotional, or learning disability ("Protected Classes") in any of its student programs and activities.