Movie NIght Has Been Cancelled!

Due to the Winter Weather Storm Watch that is in place for tomorrow and the significant snow that is expected to fall, we will be cancelling Movie Night for tomorrow evening, January 20th.  We hope to reschedule it for a later date and will send information home regarding this when a date has been selected.

Halloween Happenings at Manchester Elementary

Manchester students will begin their day on October 28^th with a Halloween celebration.  Students should come dressed in their costumes, but also bring a change of clothes for later in the day.  Please remember that there should be no face painting, no face coverings and no “look-alike” weapons.  Students will participate in a parade at 8:20 a.m. and then return to their classrooms for a breakfast treat and some activities.  All festivities should conclude between 9:30 – 9:45 a.m.

Picture Re-take Day

Just a reminder that picture re-take day is Wednesday, October 26th. Please bring back your original picture package if you wish for your child to have their picture re-taken.

Chocolate Fundraising is Going Over Amazingly Well!!!!

This is just a reminder that this is the last weekend to get out and sell those chocolate bars.  All the money will need to be turned into the office by Tuesday, October 25th to be eligible for prizes.

Our last box was handed out today so if you feel that you will not be able to sell all of your bars, please return the remaining bars and money collected by this Friday in order to give another child a chance to sell them before the deadline.

A new prize was added for the FAMILY that sells the most boxes. They will get a 4-pack of movie tickets along with a $40 gift card for popcorn and drinks!

Golden Apple Teacher Nominations

Would you like to recognize a North Boone Pre K - 5th grade teacher who has made a difference in your child's life?  Today (Seprtember 22nd) marks the opening of the Golden Apple Award Nominations.  The primary goal of this Teacher Recognition Program is to remind everyone of the enormous responsibility and and excellent work that is exhibited each year by our school teachers.

If you would be interested in nominating one of our teachers, nominations can be made by picking up a form in the Manchester school office or by going online to http://www.goldenappleofrockford.com/. Nominations are only open through October 17, 2011, so please make sure that you get this taken care of soon.  Please help us to recognize and support excellence in education by nominating an oustanding teacher!  If you have any questions about this program, pleae call or e-mail Mrs. Crawford.  Thank You!

Picture Day Is Coming!

Just a reminder that picture day is this Wednesday, September 14th.  If you would like to purchase pictures, please remember to have your child return the order form by Wednesday.  You may pay with check, cash, or online with credit card.

Procedure Updates

Bus Approval:  Just a reminder to all families that parents need to have rides on another bus pre-approved by the transportation department a day ahead of time. This approval will be based on availability on that bus. We can no longer receive letters the day of, expecting to have students get on another bus other than their own. If you have any questions or concerns regarding this, feel free to contact the transportation office at 815-765-2655.

Treats: Due to health concerns and scheduling, treats and snacks for any occasion must be arranged in advance with the classroom teacher.  All treats and snacks must be store bought and prepackaged in individual servings.  No homemade treats or snacks are allowed at school.  Treats and snacks may not require refrigeration and must have a clearly printed list of ingredients on the packaging.  Your assistance with this policy is greatly appreciated.

Student Drop Off/Pick Up: We have also changed the way car riders will be dropped off and picked up at Manchester.  Parents should now drive to the back of the building and loop around next to the gym.  Please drop off students at this point so that they are not walking across the parking lot unattended.  After school, the same process will be used.  Students will wait in a supervised line next to the building until you arrive and can pick them up at this point.

Lunch Charges:  A new procedure has been established by the district allowing each child a maximum of 3 lunch charges at anytime.  If a student is at their maximum, they will be given a PBJ sandwich, fruit and milk until the lunch charges are paid.