PATRIOT PRESS

Hello, Patriot Families!

We hope this week finds you well. We want to express our sincere gratitude for your continued partnership and support in your child's education. Your involvement is instrumental in creating a positive and nurturing learning environment.

Please remember that Monday, September 30th is a Professional Development Day for teachers and a student holiday. We will resume regular school hours on Tuesday, October 1st.

As a friendly reminder, UIL tryouts will be starting soon. If your child is interested in participating, please make sure you review the information in this newsletter.

We look forward to another successful week of learning and growth.

Warm regards,

Beth Craighead

Principal

beth.craighead@wylieisd.net

972.429.3350

Monday, September 30, is professional learning day for teachers and staff in Wylie ISD. Students will return for classes on Tuesday, October 1.

Patriot Pride Assemblies are held at the end of each term at Draper Intermediate. This is a time we come together to celebrate students, staff and the campus. You are invited to join us for our first Patriot Pride Assembly of the 2024-25 school year! Our students and staff have put in so much effort these first nine weeks, and we would like to celebrate them. Please view the flyer below for additional information including the date and time. See you there!

Wylie Independent School District offers free and reduced-price meal benefits to students who qualify. Reduced-price meals at all campuses are at no cost for breakfast and $0.40 for lunch.

You can apply online via Skyward Family Access or download the application (see links below) and return the completed packet to a Student Nutrition staff member. Online applications are encouraged for faster processing.

Follow these links to the Free and Reduced Application Packets:

English Packet

Spanish Packet

Completed packets can also be mailed or delivered to:

Wylie ISD Student Nutrition

200 Pirate Drive

Wylie, TX 75098

For further assistance or if you have any questions, please contact Tammy Poplin at 972.429.2333.

Draper UIL is right around the corner! We are excited to offer this academic competition between the students of Draper, Davis, and Harrison. There are a variety of competitions that students may try out for and compete in. Tryouts will be taking place October 21-24. Specific dates and times for tryouts and practices of each event are coming soon. For additional information please review the attached flyers and the link below.

bit.ly/DraperUIL

Dear Draper 5th Grade Families,

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

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! ALL PARENTSQUARE HANDOUTS

SEPTEMBER

30th: Student Holiday/Professional Development Day for Staff

OCTOBER

1st: FPS Practice 3:30-5:00 cafe

2nd: Wylie Way Follow-up Day

• 5th grade STUCO meeting 3:30-4:45 cafe

7-9th: Adventure Camp and Draper Camp for ALL 5th grade students

8th: FPS Practice 3:30-5:00 cafe

11th: Patriot Pride Assemblies for Term 1

• 5th grade at 9:30 in the gym
• 6th grade at 1:30 in the gym

14-18th: FALL BREAK

21-25th: Fall Book Fair

22nd: FPS Practice 3:30-5:00 cafe

• PTA Fundraiser--ONLINE ORDERS, ONLY--Panda Express

23rd: Unity Day--Wear Orange

• 6th grade STUCO meeting 3:30-4:45 cafe

If you are interested in signing up to be a WatchDog on campus, please complete this form no later than Friday, October 4.

Unity Day is October 23rd. We are holding a Unity Day creative contest for students from September 23 through October 1. This is something that students can do at home outside of class time. We encourage our students to participate in the contest.

Students create a Unity Day themed poem or poster following the guidlines provided in this flyer. Entries will be judged, and the winners will be displayed throughout our campus.

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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