Jefferson Elementary School

Our school is once again participating in "Raise Craze: Fundraising Through Kindness." This is our major fundraiser for the entire school year, so we hope that everyone will register and participate! Students will be bringing home more information today via "backpack express." You can also get a jump on the registration process by going to the following link right now: https://my.raisecraze.com/app2/join/AMN1GBM Pictured are students who talked about ways that they have shared kindness with others, from including someone at recess to helping siblings complete chores at home.

For the second year in a row, the Jefferson Library has become home to an assortment of native lake fish, thanks to the school's partnership with Lilly Center for Lakes and Streams at Grace College. This year's tank, which was installed earlier today, contains two yellow perch, one channel catfish, a redear sunfish, and a largemouth bass. The tank's central location in the school's library allows all students access, and during the week prior to Fall Break, each class will receive guided lessons from Lilly Center staff. Mrs. Propp, Jefferson's Digital Learning Specialist, is excited about the return of fish to the library. "Students have been asking since the first day of school when the fish will be back, as they really got attached last year. I think the experience provided an amazing opportunity for our Spartans to see the fish tank as an extension of our 'lakes community.' It helped them want to care for our lakes and streams, because our 'library fish' made it more personal for them." The fish tank is cleaned regularly and fully maintained by Grace College students, who work with Lilly Center. Mrs. Propp is responsible for facilitating the feeding schedule. #ExperienceWCS

Via Credit Union will open a Student Branch at Jefferson Elementary on Friday, September 22. The Student Branch will be run by Jefferson students, who will be able to open new accounts and take deposits each Friday before school. The purpose of the Student Branch is to help students establish money management skills and a habit of saving while having fun! Via Credit Union will be offering various incentives throughout the year, plus each time a deposit is made, students will be placed into a weekly and monthly drawing. During October, students who make a deposit can spin the prize wheel for school supplies! If you would like your child to start saving at the Jefferson Student Branch, please complete a permission slip and return it along with their initial deposit. Permission slips will be sent home but are also available at the school office. #ExperienceWCS

Did you know that Mrs. Long (6th) is an author? She'll be doing an "author visit" at Warsaw Community Public Library on November 18th. https://www.inkfreenews.com/2023/08/19/warsaw-community-public-library-back-to-school/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=facebook

Kindergarten Color Days begin next week on Monday. The Kindergarten classes focus on a color every day for the next two weeks. We've come to see that reinforcing this throughout the entire school is both good for learning and just plain fun! So, here are the days/order of colors. Please feel free to participate, no matter what grade. Monday, Aug. 21: Red Tuesday, Aug. 22: Orange Wednesday, Aug. 23: Yellow Thursday, Aug. 24: Green Friday, Aug. 25: Blue Monday, Aug. 28: Purple Tuesday, Aug. 29: Black Wednesday, Aug. 30: Brown Thursday, Aug. 31: Pink Friday, Sept. 1: Favorite Color

Mondays are "late-start" days. School begins at 10am every Monday for the entire school year. Buses also run 50 minutes later than on other days of the week. https://share.peachjar.com/flyers/2514179/districts/9157

Please see attached Spartan Volleyball Tryout info. https://share.peachjar.com/flyers/2514128/districts/9157

We can't wait to see you!

Here's the latest info about Spartan Soccer try-outs, etc. https://share.peachjar.com/flyers/2512862/districts/9157

We have tons of school supplies in the Jefferson Office for new/returning Spartans, if you want to come and get them anytime between 9am and 3pm any weekday before school starts.

This the last week for free meals in the park! Don't forget to mark your calendar for the start of the year. There are only a few weeks until we welcome students back in the buildings! #WCSmission #BackToSchool

Do you shop at Kroger? Another way to earn money for Jefferson is to link your rewards card to us! Every purchase then directly benefits our school at no extra cost to you! Currently we have 44 families signed up and supporting Jefferson in this manner. Find details here: https://www.kroger.com/i/community/community-rewards

Going shopping this weekend? Don't forget to scan those receipts for Box Tops that equal real CASH for our school! Make sure to download the Box Tops app, if you haven't already, and tell them you're supporting Jefferson Elementary, Winona Lake, IN! We really appreciate it!

Don't forget to complete registration for the 2023-24 school year! warsawschools.org/o/warsaw/page/registration Also, here is the link to purchase the $28 Accidental Damage Protection (ADP) for your child's iPad www.securedtechsolutions.com/protection/warsaw/ #WCSmission

Calling all WCS Athletes! 📅 Physical Night TOMORROW: July 19th, 6pm - 9pm 🏢 Career Center Gym, Warsaw Community High School (enter door 14) 💰 Cost: $25 Prepare for an incredible season ahead! Don't miss out on this opportunity to get your physical done. #WCSmission #PhysicalNight

Don't forget to complete registration for the 2023-24 school year! warsawschools.org/o/warsaw/page/registration Also, here is the link to purchase the $28 Accidental Damage Protection (ADP) for your child's iPad www.securedtechsolutions.com/protection/warsaw/ #WCSmission

News You Can Use: "It’s time to head to Walmart to stock up on your back-to-school favorites. When you buy 4 participating Box Tops products at Walmart in a single transaction and scan your receipt, you’ll earn $4 in Bonus Box Tops for our school. But don’t wait! This outsized offer only goes through 9/8." Don't forget to download the Box Tops app first!

Free meals in the park resume today! Here is the menu if you want to know what to anticipate (Menu items are subject to change without notice). #WCSmission

How many of you are already using the Box Tops app to earn money for Jefferson? If not, this is a fantastic way to get free $$ for programs, special events, and supplies with very little extra effort on your part! 1. Download the Box Tops for Education app. 2. Buy Box Tops products. 3. Scan your receipt. (Even if you're not sure about your products, scan anyway!) 4. Earn cash for our school—easy-peasy!

Happy 4th of July, Spartans! Be safe, and have a fun day!