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All students at Tecumseh North Elementary are learners who demonstrate growth in academics, character, develop a life-long love for literacy, and are prepared for a changing world.

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Happy October!

We are almost through the end of the 1st quarter for the 21-22 school year!  It's going by fast.  We will wrap-up the quarter on Friday, October 15th.  There will be no school on Monday, October 18th due teachers working on 1st quarter progress reports.  2nd quarter will start Tuesday, October 19th.  Be sure to check the school calendar for important dates this month!  We have several days where students are not in attendance.

The PTO Carnival this last Saturday was a hit!  We had a great turnout and everyone looked like they were having a ton of fun.  Thank you to everyone that attended and supported our PTO!

Lastly, we will celebrate Halloween on Wednesday, October 27th in the morning.  Students need to come to school in their costume (with the exception of 6th grade, whom will change into their costumes AFTER music, PE, art, or library).  We are not allowing parents and other outside patrons in the building in order to keep numbers low within each classroom.  If you are sending treats with your student, please send items that are pre-packaged and store bought (nothing homemade).  Please ensure that your student has a change of clothes, as they will change out of their costumes after their party.  Please let me know if you have any questions!

Let's have a great October!

Proudly Serving as YOUR Principal!
-Principal Bivens
#PantherProud

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2nd- PTO Carnival
4th-8th - Fire Safety Week
7th- Site Council 5:45 / PTO Meeting 6:30
8th- ECSE Screening
15th- PTO Donuts with Dudes /End of First Quarter
18th- NO School/Teacher Work Day
27th- Halloween Parties AM & Parent Teacher Conferences PreK-6 5pm-8pm
28th- No School P/T Conferences 8am-8pm
29th- No School Students and Staff
Nov. 1st- No School - 1/2 Day PD 1/2 Day CT

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Due to unforeseen circumstances we are changing the October screening to Oct 8. Location remains at Tecumseh South.

ECSE classrooms will be in session on Oct 1.

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Tecumseh North Parents/Guardians:

Below is the  sign up link for Tecumseh North’s Conferences.

There is an option of either in person or virtual – be sure and NOTE which you will be doing.

Our Fall Parent Teacher Conferences are scheduled for:

Oct. 27             4:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Oct. 28             8:00 AM to 8:00 PM

https://www.signupgenius.com/tabs/63275dc0fa2cee8c60-tnfall1

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School fees have been assessed. This balance may be paid via the RevTrak parent portal https://usd450.revtrak.net/  ( There are two separate logins required, One for Student Fees and one for Food Service "lunch" ). You may send fees (Cash, Check or Money order) in an sealed envelope with your student to school or you may mail check/money order to the school office at 314 SE Stanton Rd. Tecumseh, KS. 66542

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As part of the Federal No Child Left Behind guidelines, parents have the right to request and receive timely information on the professional qualifications of their child's teacher. the information that can be provided includes:

met qualifying and licensing criteria

if they have emergency or provisional status

their degree major

whether your child is receiving services from a paraprofessional

Anyone wanting any of the information may receive it by contacting Katie Bivens, principal, at 785-379-5910.

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Shawnee Heights Year at a Glance Calendar

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Shawnee Heights Year at a Glance Calendar

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Shawnee Heights Unified School District 450

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When to keep students home and procedures for if your student is sent home.

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**CLARIFICATION**
Students who choose to bring their lunches from home can continue to do so (Food has to be self contained, we cannot heat or cool home lunches). Parents are not allowed to bring in outside food (ex. fast food) for their children at lunch time.

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Students have the option of getting a sandwich instead of the entree. The sandwich schedule is
Monday – PBJ Uncrustable

Tuesday –  Turkey n Cheese Sandwich

Wednesday – Ham n Cheese Sandwich

Thursday –Bologna n Cheese Sandwich

Friday – PBJ Uncrustable

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Dear Shawnee Heights Family,

When taking your student to get tested for the COVID-19 virus, please ensure your student receives a PCR test. These tests have to be administered by a facility that reports to the State; we cannot accept results from home test kits. In addition to receiving a PCR test, your student must bring a copy of their test results that include their name, date of birth, the day the test was administered, and the test results to their school nurse.

Unfortunately, our nursing staff cannot accept any other tests or documentation.

Sincerely,

Tiffanie Kinsch

Communications Director

Shawnee Heights USD 450

kinscht@usd450.net

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Demonstrate your positive personal values in all you do and say. Be sincere and real.

Living in integrity means that everything we say and everything we do are true reflections of what we value, what’s important to us. Think about what your behavior says about you. Does it clearly show others what you value? Do you show up as honest and committed, or dishonest and indifferent? Are you spending your time with the people and activities you value, or is your focus elsewhere?

When we live in integrity we are sincere and true to ourselves—we don’t say or think one thing and do another. People trust and respect us, our relationships are solid, and we feel good about ourselves. Those positive feelings from others and within ourselves reinforce our values and build our reputation and self-esteem, leading us to greater success in all areas of our lives

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Please read through our attendance policy so you are familiar with our policy when you are excusing your children from school.
*When your child misses school due to Covid-19 quarantining that does not count against the 10 parent excused days of school.

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Mrs. Mickens, the school counselor, is getting ready to start a grief group.  The grief group will be for students K-6 who have lost an immediate family member: mom, dad, sister, or brother.  If a grandparent lived in the household they could also be included.  In the grief group students will spend time with other students around their age, they will learn different coping skills, and they will be reminded that they are not alone in their grief journey.  If you feel like your child would benefit from the grief group, please contact Mrs. Mickens either by e-mail (mickenss@usd450.net) or phone 730-5425.

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The Kansas National Guard is running a military support group this year.  The group is for students that have a parent that is currently serving in one of the military branches.  The group is for students kindergarten through 6th grade.  The group meets once a month throughout the school year.  Mrs. Mickens is the contact person for the group. If you would like your child to participate in the military group please reach out to Mrs. Mickens either through e-mail (mickenss@usd450.net) or her school number 730-5425, and let her know.

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Take a look here for any items your child might be missing.