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Go to the Newton National Bank in April & May to see these artworks on exhibit ~ CONGRATULATIONS ARTISTS!
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April showers bring…… |
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AURORA HEIGHTS MISSION STATEMENT:
We the staff of Aurora Heights will provide a positive, safe, and caring environment, offering opportunities for all students to succeed in becoming responsible citizens and life long learners. We will use data and differentiated instruction to support academic achievement and social competence. Together we will reach, teach, and inspire each student to excel. |
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Newton CSD |
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The Cardinal Code
Be Responsible
Be Safe
Be Respectful |
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Ms. Huggins, 6H Social Studies teacher orchestrated a European cultural food fair on March 11th. Here 6th graders are prepared to explain and share the food specific to their researched country! Yummm!
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5th and 6th Grade Annual Track Meet at H.A. Lynn Stadium will be held on Friday, May 13th in the afternoon! Rain date is May 16th! |
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Sixth Grade European Cultural Fair—March 11th, 2011 |
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Food as the culminating project is just part of the overall project report as noted with an A+ and a smile over the final grade. |
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Left: Michael Hodnett Knocks Out Tobacco at the Body Bowling station. A smoker’s risk for Cardio Vascular Disease is 2-4 times greater than that of a nonsmoker. Smoking Damages the inside of arteries and increases clotting. Below: Cole Cazett completes the Healthy Heart Obstacle Course. Students climbed over, under, around, and through the heart disease risk factors making sure not to fall into their trap! Risk factors include tobacco smoke, high blood cholesterol, high blood pressure, physical inactivity, obesity, diabetes, and stress. |
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Hunter VanBrogen and Kira Kingery turn the rope while Breanna Erickson jumps. |
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Students in 5B complete the Healthy Heart Obstacle Course. |
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Left: Dani Hobbs Lassos Healthy Habits: Knowing family history, eating fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, exercising, controlling stress, and not smoking. |
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Newton Students Raise Money for the American Heart Association Article by PE Teacher Mrs. Heidi Woollums
The second through sixth grade students in the Newton School District recently took part in a Jump Rope For Heart event during physical education class. The students raised a total of $13,814.06 for the American Heart Association. Breakdown of school collections totals are as follows:
Aurora Heights $5460.10 Woodrow Wilson $3,348.86 Thomas Jefferson $2557.64 Berg Elementary $2447.46
Students collected money through online donations and pledges from community members, family, and friends. During physical education class, students learned the importance of keeping heart healthy through exercise and eating right. ****** Newton Community Preschool Registration 2011-2012
Registration for enrollment in the Newton Community Preschool will begin on Monday, April 11, 2011 at the Emerson Hough Educational Center located at 700 N. 4th Ave. E. Preschool registration is on a first come, first served basis as we have a limited number of spaces. We will accept applications until spaces are filled.
Applications are available at the Emerson Hough office or on the district website at www.newton.k12.ia.us. Click on the preschool link and then download the document using the preschool application button.
Newton Community Preschool provides two different programs for two different age groups: · Three year old program (students must be three on or before September 15, 2011). This program has a monthly tuition of $25.00 · Four year old program (students must be four on or before September 15, 2011). This program is funded by the State Wide Voluntary Preschool Program Grant. We are waiting for the legislature to approve funding for next year but we will go ahead and accept applications. Eligibility is currently based on income. Complete an application to know if your child will qualify.
Please complete your application and deliver (or mail) it to the Emerson Hough Educational Center. Please direct questions to Site Coordinator Jamie Cranston at cranstonj@newton.k12.ia.us. |
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Ty Arguello Cael Kellobb Haley Revell Sarah Jackson Nika Spaur |
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Ian Wells |
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Amy Williams |
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Bailey Davis Lane Dethrow |
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Julia Prime |
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Ashley Freese |
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Clay Trotter |
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Aurora Heights April Artwork |
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Sixth Grade Every Day Math Project-Focus on Probability |
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Okay, can MATH be exciting and fun? All indications would point to that case as students in Mrs. Vanderlaan’s class work on PROBABILTY! |
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More Around Aurora Heights in Pictures... |
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Mr. Smith and student council reps pack up a suitcase full of school supplies to head to El Salvador. Mr. Smith made the trek to take medical supplies and school items to the children of El Salvador. Thank you to all students who shared our abundance. |
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Students and parents from fourth grade manned the Bake Sale Table during Parent/Teacher Conferences. Students are working toward earning enough money for everyone to participate in the annual “Manner’s Matter” luncheon. Mrs. Birkenholz, Guidance Counselor and teachers help students understand how a formal dinner is eaten along with manners that help make such an event a success. Thanks for all parent support! |
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Musical Events in our School! |
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Newton CSD Non-Discrimination Policy
It is the policy of the Newton Community School District not to illegally discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, disability, religion, creed, age (Employment only), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status (students/program only) in its educational programs and its employment practices. There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy please contact the District’s Equity Coordinator, James Sogard, Director of Human Resources, 807 S 6th Ave W Newton, IA 50208, 641-792-5809, sogardj@newton.k12.ia.us. |
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Spring Vocal Program—Plan to present on two evenings—mark your calendars!
In order to accommodate seating for all families, we plan for the following program arrangements all to be held in the Aurora Heights gymnasium.
May 5th, Thursday, starting at 6:30-7:15—Fourth Grade Students Perform
May 5th, Thursday, starting at 7:30-8:15—Fifth Grade Students Perform
May 10th—Tuesday, starting at 7:00-7:45—Sixth Grade Students Perform |
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Aurora Heights All Star Band Students To perform April 7th, 2011 7:00 p.m. Aurora Heights Gym
April 26th—5th/6th Band Concert 7:00 p.m. at the Center for Performance at the High School
May 19th—AH Orchestra Concert 7:00 p.m. Aurora Heights Gym Congratulations to Mrs. Madsen on the arrival of little Sebastian Madsen.
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Kindergarten Round-Up Registration Form If your child will be 5 by September 15, 2011, please return this completed form to your school office; Thomas Jefferson school office at: 792-2498, or email: carterj@newton.k12.ia.us 112 Thomas Jefferson, Newton, IA 50208 or Berg Elementary school office at: 792-7442 or email: blatchfordl@newton.k12.ia.us 1900 N 5th Ave E Newton, IA 50208 All students need to register in their home attendance area. The electronic form will be on our school homepage. . If you know of any neighbors or friends who have children that should register for kindergarten round-up, please have them contact the school in their area.
Student’s Legal Name ______________________________________________________________________ First Middle Last
Child’s Nickname ____________________________________ Preschool __________________________
Date of Birth ________________________________________ Gender ____________________________ Month Day Year
Is the student in Foster Care (Circle One): Yes No Race/Ethnicity: 2 part Question: Is the individual Hispanic/Latino? (Circle One) Yes No Is the individual from 1 or more of these races (Circle all that apply): American or Asian Indian Asian Black or African American Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander White
Parent/Guardian _______________________________________________________________________ (Lives with) Address ______________________________________City, State, Zip ______________________
Home Phone ___________________Other Numbers _______________________ cell work other
Other Numbers ______________________cell work other E-mail Address __________________________
Emergency Contact _______________________________________________________________________
Phone Number ___________________________________Relationship _________________________
Medical Concerns _______________________________________________________________________
I currently have ______ child (ren) attending __________ School
Names/Grades___________________________________________________________
Parent Night is March 31st, 2011 at 6:00 p.m. in the gym.
Mid March information will be sent to you in the mail to fill out and return to this meeting. Please bring a copy of your child’s birth certificate along with the forms you are sent to the parent meeting.
Thomas Jefferson Round-Up Dates-April 11 & 12. Berg Elementary Round up Dates-April 13 & 14. Students will come for a 2 hour session BOTH days. Information regarding which 2 hour session your child is to attend will be given to you at Parent Night. Please check which round up time you prefer and we will try our best to accommodate you. (A.M.) (Mid morning) (P.M.)************************************** Office Use ****************************************************************** Today’s Date _________________ Number __________________ ID Number __________________
The Newton Community School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, national origin or disability in educational programs and activities. Inquiries and grievances may be directed to the Administration Office, 807 S 6th Ave W, Newton, IA 50208
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Published Monthly for the student families and staff of Aurora Heights Intermediate School Principal: Carol Farver, Ed. D. Administrative Assistant: Chris Dunsbergen Aurora Heights Intermediate School 310 East 23rd Street South Newton, Iowa 50208 Phone: 641-792-7324 Fax: 641-792-7701 E-mail: farverc@newton.k12.ia.us |
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Dear Parents of Aurora Heights Students,
It is with humility and a smile that I write this note. As I reflect on the school year 2010-2011 so far, a lot has happened. The journey to reorganization and becoming a 4th–6th school is now a reality. A lot of people worked very diligently to make that happen smoothly. Do I personally miss the K-6 students and staff? Of course! I miss the hugs and smiles of our very little ones each day and working with the old AH K-6 staff. But, I have been happy to learn that our new 4th—6th crew is equally awesome and genuinely devoted to the success of each student! I am amazed at the quality and PASSION of each staff member, in the quest to help our students meet with AYP (adequate yearly progress) as defined by NCLB (No Child Left Behind) and our collective desire this year to have at least 82% of ALL of our students meet proficiency guidelines as we move toward the NCLB 100% goal. And, it is a big challenge. The new AH 4th—6th staff is passionate about our children. We TEACH, we RETEACH, we ANALYZE, we DIFFERENTIATE, we REGROUP, we meet BEFORE SCHOOL, we meet AFTER SCHOOL, we enlist PARENTS, we TRY AGAIN….and we HOPE, all students will meet with an appropriate challenge and growth. We honestly strive each day to ensure that all students get what they need. In the end, if they have, we can truly CELEBRATE! If they haven’t quite made it yet, we know we have tried our best, but we will ANALYZE and REGROUP and TRY AGAIN with the help of you—our PARENTS, as we strive to prepare every child to meet with success in our 21st century school and world. THANK YOU for your part in helping us meet this goal. It does take all of us working together! We are getting closer to the end of the school year. ITBS is the 3rd week of April. This really is a BIG time for our school. Please help your child have a good attitude about testing, help him/her get a good night’s sleep, a good breakfast and make a REAL commitment to do his/her VERY best on the test. It is important to your child because of the pathway it begins to create and for him/her to know they have done their personal best. It is important to all of us because of how we are rated and judged by the state and NCLB. Our motto-Do Your Personal Best on ITBS!
Have an awesome spring!
Mrs. Farver, Principal |
