Draper families!

As we approach Veterans Day, I’d like to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude to all the veterans in our community. We are especially grateful to the veterans on our campus team, whose service and dedication enrich our school in countless ways.

Mr. Anthony Gilliam a veteran of the U.S. Air Force

Mr. Thomas Shewbirt, a veteran of the U.S. Navy

Mrs. Reagan Sofia a veteran of the U.S. Army

Mr. Leroy Robinson a veteran of the U. S. Army

Officer Charles Smith a veteran of the U.S. Army

Thank you for your commitment, both to our country and to our students.

Let’s all take time this week to honor and recognize the sacrifices of those who have served.

Warm regards,

Beth Craighead

NOVEMBER

UIL PRACTICES (See chart below for teams and days) 3:30-4:30

11th: Make-up for Fall Pictures (elementary dress code for pictures)

12th: PTA Reflections Competition Due Date

CAN FOOD DRIVE CONTINUES EACH DAY THROUGH NOV.13!

21st: PTA General Meeting at 7pm @ Draper Intermediate Library

Coming Soon

Nov. 18: Yearbook Club Meeting 3:30-4:30 / Multicultural Night 5:30-7:00

Nov. 19: Mod Pizza Spirit Day

Nov. 20: THANKSGIVING LUNCH IN THE CAFE

Nov. 21: PTA Sponsored Creature Teacher Feature Program

Nov. 25-29: Thanksgiving Break

Our annual Food Drive benefiting the Christian Care Center in Wylie will close on Wednesday! Last year we collected around 7,000 cans. Classroom competitions are coming to an end; so remember to bring your cans to your 1st period classroom this week to FINISH STRONG!

If you would like to donate $10 to the Wylie Community Care Center, you will receive a wristband which will allow you to wear sweats the entire week before Thanksgiving Break. Your donation must be submitted by November 13 at 3:30 to receive a wristband. Click here for the link . Cash donations need to be brought to the front office. If writing a check, please make it out to Wylie ISD with a memo noting Christian Care Center Food Drive Donation.

When schools give students access to devices and online accounts, an incredible world of learning opportunities opens up — as well as potential dangers. Digital safety is critically important to Draper Intermediate, which is why we are now using Bark for Schools to help us protect our students both online and in real life.

Bark monitors for signs of potential issues like:

● Cyberbullying

● Suicidal ideation

● Sexual predators

● Threats of violence

● And more

Wylie ISD Bark Parent Resources

Alerts at the first signs of danger When possible dangers arise on school-issued accounts, Bark for Schools sends us alerts so we can address the situation in a timely manner. These alerts also give us insights that help us promote the wellness of the entire student body. Sign up to get alerts with Parent Portal Kids use their school-issued accounts both at school and at home, and families are often in a better position to respond to urgent alerts after hours, on weekends, and during breaks. Earlier this year, you received an invitation to create your free account for the Bark for Schools Parent Portal. As soon as you opt-in, you receive after-hours alerts if Bark detects potentially time-sensitive issues.

Check out these parenting resources

● Visit The Bark Blog to stay informed on all things kids and tech.

● Join the Facebook group, Parenting in a Tech World, and connect with other parents raising kids in the digital age.

Learn more about Bark for Schools — including their commitment to student privacy.

Draper UIL has started their hard work and preparation for our district competitions. We are excited to offer this academic competition between the students of Draper, Davis, and Harrison. The teams have been announced and coaches are working each week to prepare our students for this event!

We are thrilled to invite you to our upcoming Multicultural Night, a celebration of the diverse cultures, traditions, and stories that make our school community so special. This event will be an exciting opportunity for your family to share and showcase your cultural heritage through engaging displays and interactive activities. Whether it's through geography, religion, achievements, or social and economic contributions, we invite you to help us build a vibrant tapestry that reflects the rich diversity of our world.

Join us for a night of exploration and connection, as we learn from one another’s experiences and celebrate the uniqueness of each culture. Families are encouraged to create booths, bring artifacts, share traditional foods, or highlight important elements of their history and cultural heritage.

Multicultural Night is scheduled for Monday, November 18th from 5:30-7:00pm. Doors will open at 5pm for families participating for any set up needed. Please use the link code below to let us know you plan to participate.

https://forms.gle/NkNdBpmjvXjyAjc39

This event is a chance to foster understanding, pride, and unity among our students and families, while highlighting the incredible achievements and contributions of different cultures. We look forward to celebrating together!

On Thursday afternoons, Study Squad is available from 3:30-5:00 in the cafeteria. Students can come to ask questions and get support of our professional staff on any learning for all content areas. It is also a time for students to complete missing or late work with the support of our teachers.

In an effort to have tutorial support for students each morning and afternoon, each team has a representative available from 7:45-8:15 and 3:30-4:15. The chart below shares who is available and when. Students can go to ANY session for support; they do not have to attend with their teacher.

Did you know that Draper has a Facebook page that is constantly updated with news, announcements, pictures, and more? If you have not yet "Liked" our Draper Facebook page, we encourage you to do so. We know you'll love it!

At Draper Intermediate School, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, dynamic environment that celebrates diversity and promotes a love for learning. We empower every student to reach their full potential through innovative teaching and supportive collaboration preparing them to be compassionate and responsible members of society.

We are here for you! Please don't hesitate to reach out to us with questions, concerns and feedback anytime. We are here to work in partnership with you to provide a quality education for all students. #DRAPERDRIVEN

beth.craighead@wylieisd.net - 972.429.3355

austin.keisler@wylieisd.net - 972.429.3368

holly.natonick@wylieisd.net - 972.429.3356

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Hello, Patriot Families!

Warm regards,

Beth Craighead

Principal

beth.craighead@wylieisd.net

972.429.3350