Coleman Connections

Hello JCE Families,

We had a fantastic week at school! Our hearts were full as we celebrated Mrs. Tyer all week long with plenty of hugs, kind words, and positivity. She is truly an invaluable part of our JCE family, and it was wonderful to see how much she means to our students and staff. 💙

Big Reminder: Monday is our 100th Day of School! 🎉 We can’t wait to see all of the “elderly folks” walking our halls—get ready for some gray hair, walkers, and lots of laughs! Mr. Pendley and I are already planning to age a few years over the weekend... LOL!

We’re excited to kick off next week with fun and creativity. Thanks for being a part of our amazing JCE community!

Have a great weekend!

Thanks,

Kara Wendel

Principal

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JCE Morning News

TryDay Friday was a huge success! We had the pleasure of trying an Ippert Family Tradition—homemade chicken and dumplings! 🍲 These sweet and talented girls went home last night, rolled up their sleeves, and made this delicious, comforting dish completely from scratch. The dumplings were perfectly fluffy, and the chicken was tender and flavorful, all coming together in a rich, savory broth that warmed our hearts.

We are so grateful for their hard work, creativity, and willingness to share a special family recipe with us. It was amazing to see our students not only embrace tradition but also bring a piece of their family history into our JCE family. 💙 #JCEStrong #TryDayFriday

Celebrating Mrs. Tyer for Counselor's Week!

This week, we celebrated Mrs. Tyer during Counselor's Week! She is an invaluable part of our JCE family, always offering support, guidance, and encouragement to our students. Throughout the week, we found fun and creative ways to show our appreciation for all that she does. Thank you to everyone who helped make this week special and showed Mrs. Tyer just how much we care! 💙

#ThankYouMrsTyer #CounselorsWeek #JCEStrong

Our students learned how an animal's unique fur pattern or skull anatomy helps it survive!

Gage in 3rd Grade is the first student in the school to hit 52.4 miles!!! He has completed two marathons since October!

Super fun experience where our students will learn how to keep their hearts happy and healthy and how to save a life! You can get signed up here! Coleman Kids Heart Challenge

Our amazing 1st and 3rd-grade teachers at Coleman Elementary have transformed our reading platform area into a vibrant celebration of Black History Month! Their thoughtful decorations honor two pivotal figures in American history: Ruby Bridges and Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Ruby Bridges made history in 1960 as the first African American child to integrate an all-white elementary school in the South at just six years old. Her bravery paved the way for future generations, showing incredible courage in the face of adversity.

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., a key leader in the Civil Rights Movement, is remembered for his commitment to nonviolent activism and his iconic "I Have a Dream" speech, which continues to inspire the fight for equality today.

This beautifully decorated space not only honors their legacies but also serves as an inspiring learning environment for our students to engage with these powerful stories of perseverance and hope. Thank you to our dedicated teachers for bringing history to life in such a meaningful way!

CANDY MARSHALL is a great example of PERSEVERANCE!

Candy is the perfect example of perseverance. She takes the chaotic life of kinder in stride. She comes back every day ready to teach and love on these kiddos with a smile on her face. She’s the best sub and she’s been doing a wonderful job! We’re so glad she’s been a part of our team!

-Kindergarten Team

Attendance: If your child is absent, please email our Attendance Clerk, Christi Piekos, at attendance.jce@midlothianisd.org. Doctor's notes may be sent via email or brought to the office within 48 hours of the absence.

1. NO EMAILS or messages for teachers for transportation changes, please call the front office @ 469-856-6700
2. Please note that no transportation changes can be made after 2:30, also be aware of any weather changes that day.
3. If your student has a doctor's appointment at any time during the day, please call the front office and we will be happy to alert the teacher to get them ready. We will not call your student down to wait in the lobby before you get here, they will be called down when you arrive.

If you would like to do a shout-out of your child for the amazing accomplishments outside of school, please submit to tiffany.tyer@midlothianisd.org

Bus Numbers for Coleman:

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Updated Arrival and Dismissal Video

Bus Riders will be dropped off in the front along with Daycare and Specialized programs

All car riders including our Pre-K students will be dropped off in the back carline. Please give us grace and have patience with our dismissal on the first few days! We have all of our staff on duty to help, but it takes time to get to know students, families, and cars.

Please make sure your car tags are visible when picking your child up. If you don’t have your car tag, you will be asked to drive around to the front of the building to show your driver's license to pick up your child. Once again, safety and security is our number one priority!

Unfortunately due to safety reasons, we can’t allow parents to walk up to the front or the back of the school to pick up their child.

Please be aware that the parking lots surrounding the school are private property and are not designated for school parking or drop-offs. To ensure the safety and respect of our community, we kindly ask that you use the designated school parking areas for all school-related activities.

We've already started capturing memories for the 24-25 school year! You can go ahead and place your order for this year's yearbook. You can scan the QR Code or click this link to place your order.

Safe Snack Guide Link: https://custom.snacksafely.com/guide/05478ADB

This year we will be permitting birthday treats on campus; however, the following guidelines must be followed in order to keep all of our students safe here at JCE.

1. Birthday treats must be prepackaged, all students must be included, and must accommodate allergies within the students classroom.

2. Parents must fill out and submit a request form notifying Nurse Delaney 7 days prior to your date of delivery. This form will ask for the proposed treat and brand that will be brought to school to ensure that it is safe for all students within your child's class. The form is linked in the Coleman Connection, the Nurse page of the Jean Coleman website and posted in the front office.

3. Nurse Delaney will contact you within 2 school days notifying you if your requested treat was approved or denied. If denied, Nurse Delaney will provide you with alternative options for your child's class.

4. We have created a Coleman Safe Snack Guide that has compiled a list of foods and brands that do not contain the most common allergens that are to be avoided. Please do not hesitate to contact Nurse Delaney with any questions regarding safe options. The guide is linked here in the Coleman Connection as well as the Nurse page on the Jean Coleman website.

Please know that the safety of each and every student is our top priority. While we recognize that birthday celebrations are a fun and important part of student life, we are committed to ensuring that these activities do not impact or compromise this priority. We have implemented guidelines to balance joyful celebrations with the necessary safety measures, so every student can enjoy their special day without any concerns.

Birthday Treat Submission Form

Just a Reminder:

Exclusion from School Policy

A student with any of the following symptoms will be excluded from school until such time as the student is free of symptoms, has been satisfactorily treated or submits a signed physician’s statement that he/she is not contagious.

• Temperature of 100 degrees or more. Student must be fever free for 24 hours, without medication, before re-entry.
• An undetermined rash over any part of the body that is accompanied by fever.
• Nausea, vomiting or diarrhea. Student must be symptom free for 24 hours without medication before re-entry.
• Red, draining eyes.
• Intense itching with signs and symptoms of secondary infection.
• Open, draining lesions.
• Jaundice

Your children may qualify for free meals or for reduced-price meals. The reduced-price is $0.00 for breakfast and $0.40 for lunch. We encourage you to explore these opportunities to ensure your child is well-nourished and ready to learn. Please take advantage of this program! This process is safe, secure and private. As a reminder, you have to reapply every school year!

Free/Reduced Lunch Online Application

BREAKFAST AND LUNCH

The free federal breakfast and lunch program has expired, so breakfasts and lunches will be an expense. Snacks may also be purchased.

• Apply for Free or Reduced Lunch Prices here

• Breakfast Times / Price

• 7:05 - 7:30

• $1.90

• Lunch Price

• $3.00

• Breakfast / Lunch Menus + Snack List

• https://www.misd.gs/departments/child-nutrition/menus

• Add money to your child’s account by visiting https://www.myschoolbucks.com/ver2/getmain.action?clientKey=&requestAction=home.

• You can also monitor what your child purchases!

Please review the procedures our guests are expected to follow:

• Have ID available for verification when you pick up your badge.
• Guests sit with their child in the booths at the back of the cafeteria. Friends stay at their assigned tables.

• Your child may bring a lunch from home, go through the cafeteria line, or you may bring your child a lunch. You may provide a lunch for your child only.
• We do not distribute snacks, treats, or other items to classmates.
• When the cafeteria monitor calls a time-out, please direct your attention to them. They typically call a time-out for snacks or cleaning up.

Signing up does not mean you have to be a part of every event or activity. You pick and choose what you would like to be a part of. #jceistheplacetobe

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February: Black History Month

February 2nd: Texas Military Heroes Day

February 3-7: National School Counseling Week

February 15th: School Resource Officers Day

February 19th: State of Texas Anniversary Remembrance Day

Kara Wendel

Principal

Email: kara.wendel@midlothianisd.org
Website: https://coleman.midlothianisd.org
Location: 700 Hawkins Run, Midlothian, TX, USA
Phone: 469-856-6700
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JeanColemanElem
Twitter: @JColemanElem