Newsletter: January 17, 2025
January 17, 2025
Principal's Message
Thomas Families,
At Thomas Elementary, we have three FANTASTIC bilingual aides that work with our students, teachers, and families. Maybe you know them! Ms. Rana supports students who speak Arabic, Ms. Gentile interprets in Spanish, and Ms. Debbie works with Japanese speakers.
These three staff members add so much value to our school, and are critical members of both our school community and cultural communities. We’ve been featuring different staff members in our “Day in a Life” video series, so please enjoy this video about Rana, Johan, and Debbie!
Go Tigers!
Melissa Garris
School News
DINE AND DONATE AT CHUCK E CHEESE
Join us for Thomas Elementary Night at Chuck E. Cheese on January 17th from 3 to 9. A flyer with coupons was sent home with your student(s). Please bring the flyer and/or mention our school when ordering. A portion of the sales will be donated to our school. We hope you have a fantastic time Tigers!
SIXTH GRADE TRANSITION MEETING AT SELLS MIDDLE SCHOOL
Sells Middle School will host current fifth graders (rising sixth graders) and their families at a middle school information night. See the details below:
Wednesday, January 29
6:00 - 7:00 pm
Sells Commons
150 W. Bridge Street
TIGER Spotlight
Check out our students in the TIGER spotlight this month. Keep up the great work!
School Information
REMINDER: NO SCHOOL MONDAY
There is no school on Monday, January 20 in honor of Martin Luther King Day.
Upcoming Dates
Jan. 17: Dine & Donate Chuck E. Cheese
Jan. 20: NO SCHOOL
Jan. 27-Feb. 7: Yearbook Sale
Jan. 29: Welcome to Middle School Meeting, Sells Middle School, 6-7 pm (5th Grade Families)
PTO News
TIGER SHOWCASE
Unfortunately, we made the decision to cancel the Tiger Showcase on 1/31. We plan to bring the event back next year and will explore ways to generate greater excitement and participation.
Thank you for your understanding and continued support of our school community.
PTO BOARD & COMMITTEE CHAIRS
The PTO is looking ahead to the ’25-’26! Many hands really do make light work, and we’d love for you to join us! Visit the PTO website to explore role descriptions and consider nominating yourself or someone you know who could make an impact!
KEEP IN TOUCH AND GET INVOLVED!
We hope you will considering joining the PTO this school year! Join us if you are looking to be more involved in your child's education, have fun, meet friends, and make a positive impact on our school! Check out the PTO website today for more information and join our FB Group.
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District News
Did you know Students Can Sign up for Building Notifications?
Yes, this is a thing! If interested, students (or anyone!) can sign up to receive building e-newsletters, district announcements such as school closure notifications, and more! Learn more here.
It’s time for Spring Youth Sports registration
Dublin Soccer League is accepting online registrations for spring soccer now through February and Jerome Softball is holding a camp on February 9. Check out the Info Hub Page for details about DSL soccer, softball, and other athletic opportunities as well as special events and non-athletic activities.
Scioto Theater Presents Titanic: The Musical
Don’t miss Scioto Theatre’s Advanced Acting Emsemble’s presentation! Showtimes are Friday and Saturday January 24 and 25 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, January 26 at 2:00 p.m.
Tickets are available at: https://dshstd.booktix.com/
Summer Program Fair for Students with Disabilities
Dublin City Schools is hosting a summer program fair for students with disabilities. The fair is scheduled for January 18 from 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. at Emerald Campus. The event is open to families from all of Central Ohio. Learn more about the event here. Questions about the event may be directed to DCS Parent Mentor, Dee Marks at marks_dee@dublinschools.net.
From the City of Dublin
MLK Day Service Impacts
Martin Luther King Jr. Day is Monday, Jan. 20. City offices will be closed for the holiday; Rumpke pickups will proceed on a regular schedule while the Dublin Community Recreation Center is open 5:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Extended Ice Rink Hours for MLK Day
Skate on Monday! The Riverside Crossing Park Ice Rink is open Monday, Jan. 20, for Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Take the kids for a spin on their day off from noon to 8 p.m. Visit the City of Dublin website for admission pricing and skate sizes.