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Congratulations to these artists who have an exhibit at the YMCA throughout March!
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Marching on toward spring……. |
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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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Fifth grade student, Linsey Roberts plays an Every Day Math (EDM) game recently during math in Mr. Law’s classroom. All teachers received an introductory workshop and overview of the math program during the February In-Service day. Games reinforce lessons taught in EDM. |
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Spring Vocal Program—Plan to present on two evenings—mark your calendars now! |
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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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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 Band Students Perform at Contest On Saturday, February 19, Newton band students in grades 5-8 participated in the annual South Central Iowa Bandmasters Association (SCIBA) Elementary and Middle School Solo and Ensemble contest. This year’s contest was held at the Berg Middle School in Newton. Students performed for accredited music specialists, and received ratings, comments, and medals based upon the quality of their performances. Aurora Heights students who participated in this event are:
Caitlynn Antle; Ashley Matters; Cassie Wildung; Rhandyn Oldfield; Reid Miller; Nathan Tremel; Echo Downs; Clay Trotter; Noah Petersen; Tyler Stanton; Kaytlynn Hughes; Alex Miller; Miranda Ervin; Jordyn Soule; Shana Robinson; and Jorja McDermott directed by Mrs. Stoulil. Congratulations to all band students who participated!
Coming up: 5th-12th Band Extravaganza 7-00 p.m. at the H.S. |
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Parent Teacher Conferences will again be Student Assisted and held on either Thursday, March 17th or Tuesday March 22nd. Get yours on the calendar now! |
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Valentine’s Day Fun |
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Student Council members would like to remind us to all save our Box Tops for Education. Students have cut out and grouped over $560. worth so far this year at 10 cents per box top. Please send your Box Tops to school to collection boxes. Thanks Student Council!
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Valentine boxes come in many shapes and sizes and are always fun to see. Upper right, long time volunteer Violet Bakalar helps students prepare valentine’s day cookies. We appreciate our volunteers!
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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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PBIS Picnic and Super Bowl Sundaes earned by classes” |
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The AH PBIS Leadership team members challenged all classrooms to earn tickets toward a Super Bowl Sundae event by the display of good behavior. Classes advanced on a hallway football field with a classroom designed helmet. Each goal line attained added to the reward which started with an opportunity to eat a picnic lunch on a blanket in the cafeteria, added on an ice cream for level two, and for those making the 500 point end line goal, toppings were added on the sundae. All classes earned at least some of the reward. Students earn red Cardinal Code tickets when the entire classroom does well, while individual students earn white Cardinal Code tickets for individual recognition. |
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Around Aurora Heights in Pictures |
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1. Mr. Crandell, Math Coach works with 5th graders. 2. Crazy Hair Day fourth graders. 3. Mrs. Modlin will have crazy hair after those rollers do their thing! 4. Laketon’s hair is measured by Mr. Smith. 5. Fourth graders show off their recess snow castle. |
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More Around Aurora Heights in Pictures... |
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HyVee Manager, Mike Winblade and Assistant Manager, Jeff Price recently kicked off the PTA Cookie Dough Fundraiser for Aurora Heights. Money earned will go toward playground features. Sales will run through the end of March. |
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Students in Mr. Oleson’s science classes recently demonstrated their projects and shared information as teams of researchers. |
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Aurora Heights PTA Daphne Davis, President Leslie Nehring, Vice President Treasurer, Cindy Rice Secretary, Christine Dawson THANK YOU for Serving! |
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Our newsletter is available online at: http://www.newton.k12.ia.us next, click on the left hand side of the district site on the SCHOOLS tab, then Aurora Heights, finally Monthly Newsletter. If you would like email notification of the new monthly newsletter posting, please let the office know your email address. It is normally available around the first of each month. Also keep us updated with email address changes. If you are currently receiving a hardcopy of the newsletter and would consider changing to the electronic version, please let us know. We are always interested in saving paper, and the resolution and pictures are much clearer online. Thanks! |
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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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March 1, 2011 Dear Families of Aurora Heights, There are many events coming up that you will want to note. Parent/Teacher conferences will be March 17th and 22nd in the late afternoons and evenings. This is an important opportunity to share student progress with academic area skills. Sixth graders are participating in DARE currently. They will have a graduation in early April—-a date yet to be set. Spring break will be March 23rd through the 27th. It is also time for kindergarten round-up and our sixth graders will be participating in a Parent Orientation at the Middle School on March 31st. It seems things spin quickly this time of year. PTA is sponsoring a cookie dough fundraiser drive during the month of March for those students who wish to participate. The goal is to continue to add playground features, such as additional basketball hoops. We appreciate your support for our school. Lifetouch spring pictures will be April 5th. Another early April event will be the All Star Band Concert at AH on April 7th at 7:00 p.m. Iowa Tests of Basic Skills are set for the week of April 18th this year. We are offering After School Study Hall Monday, Tuesday and Thursdays for those students who can benefit from the extra help and time to complete homework. Arrangements must be made through the classroom teacher and transportation provided by parents. As a staff we are holding students to a high expectation for quality work completion in an effort to have all students reach their highest potential. We appreciate your support in having your child here, ready to learn and willing to complete quality assignments. All staff received an overview of Every Day Math and training on February 18th during the district in-service training. Pilots continue to pave the way and all will be working to implement fully next school year. I look forward to visiting with many of you during Parent/Teacher conferences. Until next time, Mrs. Farver
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March is Youth Art Month! |
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Elija Cupples |
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Allison Ulrey |
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Bryce Rhone |
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Maddy Noe |
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Matthew Karsten |
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Kaytlyn Law |
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Tyler Dawson |
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Larissa Illes |
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Trenton Brady |
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Destiny Anspach |