Longfellow Newsletter

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Dear Longhorn families,

Lots of learning happening this week at Longfellow Elementary!

We have a PBIS celebration on Februrary 27th- Hat day! Report cards will also go home on Tuesday, Feburary 27th and the first round of parent-teacher conferences are on Wednesday, February 28th from 3:10-7:10 in person (or zoom if you have set that up with your child's teacher).

We look forward to sharing all of the wonderful growth our scholars are making!

If you know of an incoming Kindergarten student (who is turning 5 before September 15th) our registration is March 4th all day at Longfellow Elementary!

Have a great weekend!

Principal Webb

Our students earned a hat day from good behavior! They can wear a hat to school on Tuesday, February 27th!

Spring school pictures will be on Thursday, February 29th. Here is the link for pictures: https://vando.imagequix.com/g1001088603 or you can use the QR code to the side! Paper forms will be coming home with students soon. You do not have to do both online and paper, just choose one or the other!

Next meeting is March 5th at 6:30 on zoom

PTA is gearing up for the annual Penny Wars and Carnival this spring look for more information to come! Teacher Appreciation happening in May!

The PTA needs parents to help with the upcoming Art Show. Sign-up here to help: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050545AAAB2FA1F85-artshow#/

The district's ELP services are intended for the most advanced students who need additional challenging learning experiences beyond the general curriculum. The criteria for qualifying to receive ELP services is outlined on the district website, also linked here in the elementary section: https://www.iowacityschools.org/academics-programs/extended-learning-program. Information regarding acceleration requests may also be found on the district website. The ELP department is currently working to update our identification policy, which will be updated on the website prior to the 2024-25 school year.

This spring, we will be looking at the data we have from district assessments. Students who show high potential will be provided an opportunity to complete an additional ability assessment to help make the determination of eligibility to receive ELP services in 4th grade during the 2024-25 school year. We will email families of 3rd grade students who are recommended for further testing no later than Friday, March 1. For this year, families of 3rd grade students and 6th grade students may also request that their child(ren) take the additional ability assessment. If you would like to request that your child take the additional assessment, please complete this Google Form. Requests must be received no later than 11:59 p.m. on Friday, March 8. Details of the testing timeline will be shared with families of students who will be taking the assessment.

If your child is currently in 4th grade, they will be reviewed next year in the fall of 5th grade. If your child is new to the district (in 3rd-6th grade) this year and has not been screened for ELP services in the Iowa City School District, you may request that your child take the ability assessment. We are excited about the expansion of ELP services that are being planned for the coming school year, and will be sharing more information in the coming months.

Please see the attached flyer to order your school yearbook online. You can use the QR code on the flyer, or use this link: https://jostensyearbooks.com/?REF=A09863924

February 27th - Hat day!

February 28th- Parent Teacher Conferences 3:10-7:10

February 29th- Spring pictures

March 4th- No school - parent teacher conferences and kindergarten registration 7:40am-7:10pm

March 5th- PTA Meeting

March 7th- Art Show Closing Reception 6-7pm

March 8th- 2 hour early release, dismissal at 12:55pm

March 11th-15th Spring Break

March 25th - 1st and 2nd grade music shares

March 27th - Kindergarten music shares

March 28th - 3rd grade field trip

The purpose of the Celebration Rock is to promote school spirit at Longfellow Elementary School. Parents, caregivers, students & staff have the opportunity to “Rent the Rock” to recognize a student’s birthday, show school spirit, thank or recognize a teacher or staff member, mark congratulatory events, etc. It is a great way to spread positive messages and increase excitement in our community! 100% of the funds raised through the Celebration Rock will be used by the school or PTA for events and for school improvement for our amazing students!

Click here to sign up!

Longfellow Elementary School

Every student counts. Every moment matters.

ADDRESS: 1130 Seymour Ave., Iowa City, IA 52240

PHONE: 319-688-1135

FAX: 319-688-1136

Kelli Webb, Principal

Maranda Harrison, Principal Secretary

Caitlin Hauskins, SFA

Sasha Frauenholz, School Facilitator

Non-Discrimination Policy:

It is the policy of the Iowa City Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status in its educational programs, activities, or employment practices. There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy, please contact the Director of Equity, 1725 N. Dodge St., Iowa City, IA 52245, (319) 688-1000.