PATRIOT PRESS

Hello, Patriot Families!

I want to take a moment to reflect on our Wylie Way Day that took place this past Wednesday. It was truly inspiring to see our students embracing the theme of Legacy, participating in meaningful discussions and activities about how they can make a lasting positive impact. Their enthusiasm and thoughtfulness were a reminder of the incredible potential they have to shape the future.

Thank you for your continued support as we guide our students to become leaders and leave a lasting legacy in our school and community.

Warm regards,

Beth Craighead

Principal

beth.craighead@wylieisd.net

972.429.3350

Draper General is OPEN for business! Our Patriots have been working hard over the past month earning Draper Dollars for meeting our HERO expectations. Way to go Patriots!

The Hispanic Heritage observance began in 1968 as Hispanic Heritage Week under President Lyndon Johnson and was expanded by President Ronald Reagan in 1988 to cover a 30-day period starting on September 15th and ending on October 15th. This national observance was enacted into law on August 17, 1988.

The months of September and October are significant for this celebration because it is the anniversary of various independence days for Latin American countries like Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and NIcaragua. Additionally, Mexico and Chile celebrate their independence days on September 16 and 18, respectively.

The theme of this year's Hispanic Heritage Month is "Pioneers of Change: Shaping the Future Together." During this month, announcements will include highlighting people and events related to this month.

STUCO is up a running at Draper Intermediate School! They had a great first meeting and divided into different committees to support our campus. Upcoming meeting dates are 9/18 for 6th grade and 10/2 for 5th grade.

Dear Draper 5th Grade Families,

Thank you so much for joining us at the parent meeting last evening! We’re really excited about Adventure Camp and can’t wait for our students to have a fantastic time. For those who choose not to attend Adventure Camp, we’ll be offering Draper Camp back at school, where students will enjoy a variety of fun and engaging activities.

Here are a few important details to help us get ready for the camp on October 7th:

1. Student Forms: This year, we’ve made it easy by linking all necessary forms under the “Forms” section of August 30th post in ParentSquare titled "Adventure Camp". Please complete the Adventure Camp waiver, Behavior Agreement, Sack Lunch form, Medical Form, and Chaperone Interest Form by September 16th. This will help us organize cabins and ensure everything is set for camp.
2. Payment: The cost for students is $170 and $120 for adult chaperones. You can pay by personal check made out to Draper Intermediate or through this link:

   https://wylie-isd.revtrak.net/intermediate-schools-8/Draper-Intermediate-School/#/v/draper-adventure-camp1

   If it’s easier, you can also use the following payment schedule:
• $60 by September 6th
• $60 by September 13th
• $50 by September 27th
3. Medication: Please make sure any necessary medication is submitted to the school nurse by September 26th.
4. Parent Chaperone Meeting: We’ll have a meeting for parent chaperones on September 26th at 6:30 PM in the Draper Cafeteria. We’ll reach out with more details once you’ve completed the Chaperone Interest Form.\
5. Dietary Requests can be made with Nurse Beth. She will contact Adventure Camp to support your needs. Please reach out to her at beth.thomas@wylieisd.net

We’re looking forward to a wonderful Adventure Camp experience and are here to help if you have any questions. Thanks for your support!

Please reach out to Assistant Principal, Holly Natonick (holly.natonick@wylieisd.net) if you have any questions

NOTE: To access specific forms and other information on ParentSquare, you must activate your account. Receiving the digest is informational, only, and doesn't allow access to the specific information for things like Adventure Camp Forms and other field trip forms throughout the school year. See below to set up your account.

Wylie ISD has streamlined its communication platform by using ParentSquare. It is designed to keep families informed and engaged in our schools and district. Secondary students (grades 5-12) can also use ParentSquare with their WISD email address. You can also add the WYLIEISD Connect app to your phone. This is a great way to stay up-to-date on all of the information!

SEPTEMBER

17th: FPS Practice 3:30-5:00 in Cafe

• Spirit Night @ Freddy's Wylie from 4-8 pm

18th: 6th grade Student Council Meeting @ 3:30-4:45 in cafe

19th: PTA General Meeting and WATCHDOGS Kick-off @ 7pm

Coming soon:

23rd: Fall Picture Day

26th: Adventure Camp Chaperone Meeting 6:30-7:30 in cafe

30th: Student Holiday/Professional Development Day for Staff

What an amazing Wylie Way Day we had last Wednesday! Students had a great time learning about responsibility and de-escalation, hope and legacy, support systems, and mission statements. We hope you checked in with them to see what this day was all about!

As our guidance lessons continue this week, 5th graders will begin exploring their personal strengths and 6th graders will begin learning about netiquette. We hope they share their new knowledge with you!

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

rhonda.pearce-marven@wylieisd.net - 972.429.3362

rhett.lange@wylieisd.net - 972.429.3359

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