Thorpe Creek Elementary

Thorpe Creek Elementary School Blood Drive

February 5th

2:30 pm -5:30pm

Join us for the First Annual Cardinal "Red" carpet event. Simply wear your Red and White T Shirts or Dress your best in Red. Regardless of what your family decides to wear, we want you there. Come Dance, and walk the red carpet with your friends and family.

February 7th- 6:00-7:30pm

Thorpe Creek Gym

Free Dental Clinic for Ages 3-10

When- Saturday, February 1, 10am-3pm

Where- The Children's Museum of Indianapolis

3000 N Meridian Street

Interested in learning about the future of HSE Schools? Join Superintendent Pat Mapes at Schoolhouse 7 Café for an informal discussion and learn about the great things happening across the district on February 4th 8:00am-9:00am. at Schoolhouse 7 Café (12125 Cyntheanne Rd, Fishers). No registration is required – just stop by to hear updates, share your thoughts and ask questions.

On Friday February 14th we will be celebrating our LOVE for Riley Children's Hospital and the work they do. A suggested 1$ (or more) donation is all it takes to be a part of the Riley P.J. Celebration.

TCE Yearbook Sale

Hello TCE Cardinals! TCE Yearbooks are on SALE! The cost is $16 dollars each and orders are due by March 5th. Order now at www.crabtreephotos.com and click on Thorpe Creek Elementary. Happy ordering!

Love, the TCE Yearbook Club

Thorpe Creek Dance Marathon

March 7th, 2025

2:00-3:30pm

TCE GYM

Enroll Online-

Students must be five (5) years old on or before August 1, 2025.

Families may apply for early entrance for students who will turn five (5) years old on or before September 30,2025.

Attend Open House-

Visit your child's elementary school on April 17, 2025 from 5-7p.m.

First Day of School August 8th-

Get ready for the first day of school.

Indianapolis Zoo Ticket Partner Program - Hamilton Southeastern Schools

January 6-March 21, 2025

Adult Tickets: $10.75

Youth (2-12): $8.75

March 22, 2025-January 4, 2026
Adult Tickets: $20.75
Youth (2-12): $13.75

1. Visit the Indy Zoo website
2. Select ticket quantity
3. Click Add to Cart
4. Check your order and then click Checkout
5. Enter billing and payment information
6. You will then see a receipt page
7. You will receive your tickets by email
8. To print tickets, please save them from the receipt page when you complete your transaction.

We at Purdue Extension Hamilton County are excited to share with your students about all the opportunities available through the 4-H Program. You may use the following or the attached pdf. Thank you for all you do to support 4-H and all of our wonderful Purdue Extension Programs!

“Don’t be caught in the cold! We encourage all families to enroll in 4-H by January 15. Participants must re-enroll every year. 4-H is an informal educational program where youth “learn by doing.” Anyone in grades 3-12 can learn life skills such as cooperation, leadership, decision-making, responsibility, and more through hands-on projects in more than 60 different subject areas.

Youth in grades K-2 may enroll in Mini 4-H. The 4-H Program is a great opportunity to develop a hobby, experience camp, make new friends, and promote family togetherness.”

For more information, contact the Purdue Extension Hamilton County Office at 317-776-0854 or visit puext.in/hamco4h.

Enroll online at in.4honline.com.

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Updates from Mudsock Youth Athletics:

Curious about rugby? Join Mudsock Youth Rugby for a FREE Try-It Day on Sunday, February 23rd at Fall Creek Intermediate:

This event is open to 2nd–8th grade boys and girls and is the perfect opportunity to learn about this exciting, inclusive sport. Our experienced coaches and board members will be on hand to teach fundamental skills, answer questions about the upcoming spring season and introduce youth to the growing sport of rugby. Learn more including times here.

Sign Up Now - Spring Sport Registration Remains Open:

Get ready for an action-packed spring! With 9 sports to choose from, there’s something for every skill level and interest. Registration is now open at myathletics.com. Sign up for baseball, softball, soccer, boys and girls lacrosse, rugby, boys volleyball, pickleball and track & field. Explore detailed season information here and secure your spot today!

Fishers Junior High

Open Gym

January 26- March 30th

1-5pm Every Sunday

Our Global Meal for the month of February comes from Italy and is Chicken Cacciatore. We will serve it on Tuesday, February 11th.

Our Harvest for the month of February is a grapefruit. We will be serving samples of it this week of February 10th.

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For more information on all things Health Related, please visit the district website's Health Services page:

Health Services - Hamilton Southeastern School Corporation (hseschools.org)

How sick is too sick?

Research shows that regular and consistent school attendance is vital for your child's academic progress and overall well-being. We all understand that life can sometimes present unexpected challenges and circumstances that disrupt our daily routines, but we do want to stress the importance of regular attendance. Attending school regularly not only ensures that your child doesn’t miss out on valuable instruction but also helps them develop essential habits that are crucial for success in school and later in life.

However, a sick child may not benefit from being at school or may disrupt the learning environment for others. If your child isn’t feeling 100% and you’re unsure whether to send them to school or not, here is a resource to help guide your decision. This resource is provided by the Indiana Department of Education and is the standard we follow in all the Hamilton Southeastern Schools.

We appreciate your help in keeping Thorpe Creek Elementary a healthy and safe environment for all students and staff.

ONGOING ASSISTANCE

FYAP Snack Attack Program – Registration is open throughout school year
The Fishers Youth Assistance Program (FYAP) offers a free weekend snack program for students in HSE schools. Any students in need can participate. There is no cost, but families do need to register. At the end of each week, students receive an unmarked brown bag filled with individually wrapped snacks like granola bars, fruit cups, and peanut butter crackers to take home for the weekend.
Questions? Contact FYAPFood@gmail.com
Sign Up: https://forms.gle/qQ2GgbD32C66Dhfg7

Reduced/Free School Lunches

• Families can apply any time during the school year
• Only one application is needed, per family
• Families re-apply annually

Two ways to apply:

1. Skyward Family Access Account- Directions found here https://www.hseschools.org/departments/food-services
2. Paper form submitted to school office https://www.in.gov/doe/nutrition/free-and-reduced-information/free-and-reduced-forms/#Free_and_Reduced_Applications

Other Local Community Resources
https://health.fishersin.gov/resources/community-resources/


Interested in supporting others?

HSE High School's National Honor Society's Adopt a Family Program
To sponsor a local family, contact HSEHS teacher Kari Richardson at kjrichardson@hse.k12.in.us

Fishers Youth Assistance Program
Volunteer: http://youthassistance.org/fishers-volunteer
Donate: http://youthassistance.org/fishersdonate

Good Samaritan Network
Volunteer: https://www.gsnlive.org/ivolunteer
Donate: https://www.gsnlive.org/donations

Central Indiana Salvation Army
https://centralusa.salvationarmy.org/indiana/

Kids Coats Hamilton County
https://kidscoats.org

If your student will be absent or tardy for any reason please call the school (317)594-4310 or email broberts@hse.k12.in.us.

Present for Success

At Hamilton Southeastern Schools, our primary goal is to ensure every student receives a high-quality education, but we can't do it alone. Frequent absences hinder academic progress, adding stress for students, families, and teachers. That’s why we’re asking families to partner with us in ensuring regular attendance, so together, we can support every student’s academic success. Click the link to learn more: https://www.hseschools.org/posts/~board/district-news/post/present-for-success-attendance-matters

https://destiny.hse.k12.in.us/

https://inlf.memberclicks.net/assets/docs/YHBA%2024-25%20Annotated%20List.pdf

https://hamiltoneastpl.org/

Cardinal Families-

If you are looking for ways to get more involved at TCE and help support school-wide events, please check out the many opportunities hosted by our TCE PTO.

Use this link to access the PTO Newsletter with important dates and information

Building Hours

The TCE front office is open from 7:00 am to 3:00 pm. You can reach the TCE front office at (317) 594-4310

Attendance/Reporting Absences/Late Arrival

• Please notify the front office in regard to absences and late arrivals. If your student will be absent or tardy for any reason, please call the school (317)594-4310 or email broberts@hse.k12.in.us. Please leave detailed information, including student's first and last name and reason for the absence or late arrival.
• Please send in any doctor's notes from appointments for documentation or send a photo to broberts@hse.k12.in.us

Late Student Drop-Off Car Rider

If your student arrives after 7:40, he/she will be marked "tardy" in their Skyward account. If arriving after 7:40, please park your car and walk your student into the front office and sign in your student on the sign-in sheet. Do not drop your student off to walk in alone if you arrive after the bell

Change In Dismissal Plan

Please communicate with your student's teacher their daily routine for end of the day transportation.

• If this daily routine changes please notify your teacher and the office of the change. A written note sent with the child in the morning is the best and safest way to assure an organized

Leaving Early for Appointments

If your student needs to leave early for any reason, only family and individuals listed on the student's approved Skyward list can pick up the student. In the student's Skyward account, under the "Family and Emergency Contact" tabs, you may list people approved by you to pick up your student. Those individuals MUST show a valid driver's license when picking up the student.

Forgotten Items

If a student forgets an item at home and a parent/guardian needs to drop off that item after school has begun, that item may be dropped off in the front office vestibule. There is a table right inside the first set of doors on which you can place the item. Please have student's first and last names, and teacher's name, on the item and we will deliver it to the student.

January:

Monday, January 7—Students return to school after Winter Break

January13and 14 Body Safety Presentations

Monday, January 20—Martin Luther King, Jr. Day—NO SCHOOL

January 27-30—Science Bowl Competition

February:

Monday, February 3—1st grade music program convocation—8:00 a.m.

Wednesday, February 5—1st grade music program—​6:00 p.m.​​

Tuesday, February 11- 4th Grade Night of Wonders

Monday, February 17—President's Day—NO SCHOOL

Tuesday, February 18—FLEX DAY

February 24 and 25—Body Safety Presentations​

Thursday, February 27—PTO Public Meeting—6:00

March:

Monday, March 10—FLEX DAY

Friday, March 14—PTO Candy Bar Bingo—5:00-7:00

March 17-21 Spring Book Fair

March 22-23 District Wide Art Show

April:

Friday, April 4-Friday, April 11—SPRING BREAK

Tuesday, April 15—Math Bowl Competition

Thursday, April 24—PTO Pancake Dinner—5:00-7:00

Monday, April 28—2nd grade and 4th grade choir music program convo—8:00 a.m.

Wednesday, April 30—2nd grade and 4th grade choir music program—​6:00 p.m.​​

May:

Tuesday, May 6—PTO Public Meeting—6:00 (Elections)

Tuesday, May 20—TCE Talent Show—8:30 a.m.​

Monday, May 26—Memorial Day—NO SCHOOL

Wednesday, May 28—Last Student Day

Title IV Ed-Flex Waiver

Hamilton Southeastern Schools is seeking public input on a Title IV Ed-Flex Waiver. To learn more about this waiver, how it will be used by the district, and to provide public comment please visit hseschools.org/publicnotices and click on IDOE Title IV Ed-Flex Waiver.

R.A.V.E. Reviews are Back!

Do you know of an HSE staff member who deserves a shoutout? Someone who consistently goes above and beyond to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

Give them a R.A.V.E. Review and share your appreciation! It’s simple to do - just complete a quick online form here: hseschools.org/rave. You can send as many reviews as you’d like throughout the school year.

R.A.V.E. stands for Recognizing All Valuable Employees, and it’s our way of celebrating the incredible staff who make Hamilton Southeastern Schools a fantastic place to learn and grow.

Any person visiting or volunteering any of our HSE schools must complete a Safe Visitor background check and anti-bullying webinar every three years. Please note, the cost is $12.95 and it may take 7-10 business days to complete. Please click on Safe Visitor Image to be directed to the website.

HSE Report It!

Submit A Tip 24/7

HSE Report It! is a school safety mobile reporting app that allows students, staff, and community members to provide anonymous information about concerns for their own safety or the safety of others. It’s anonymous and reports are made exclusively through the mobile app. HSE Report it! has no length limitations or the need to remember a short code. Reporters can attach photos, screenshots, videos, documents and/or audio recordings to their concerns and they can engage in a two-way dialogue with a real person.

The Thorpe Creek Elementary District Handbook has answers to many of your questions regarding policies and procedures for our upcoming school year. The handbook can be found at hseschools.org or by clicking below.

Thorpe Creek Elementary Cardinals

Website: https://tce.hseschools.org/

Location: 14642 126th Street Fishers, IN 46037

Phone:(317)594-4310