ICS PTSA NEWSLETTER
September 18th, 2016
Upcoming Important Dates

Date
Event/Activity
Time
Location
9/21
First Quarter
Assembly/Club Fair
During school hours-
Students only event
ICS
9/22
Curriculum Night
6:30 PM
ICS
9/30
Back to school dance
7-10PM
ICS
NEWS
Catch up on our first PTSA meeting
We had our first full parent meeting on September 13th. If you weren't able to make it, don't worry, you can catch up with the agenda and presentation on the website. You can catch the next one on October 18th at ICS. There's a 6th grade parent meeting from 6-7 PM, followed by the general parent meeting from 7-8:30 PM. See the meeting schedule for a full list of parent meetings, principal chats, and board meetings.
If you prefer text reminders for upcoming PTSA meetings
Our phone tree volunteers are gearing up for another year of making sure our ICS families are aware of upcoming PTSA meeting information.
If you would prefer receiving a text with this information, please email Deepa Abraham with your child's name/grade and the preferred phone number to text.
Summer and Focus Week 2016 Pictures Needed
As the school year begins, the Yearbook club needs photos of ICS students during this past summer and/or Focus week 2016.  We are looking for great pictures with clear face shots and students doing interesting activities.  The photos should be at least 3MB and include a short description of who is in the picture, the grade, and what's happening.  All photos can be emailed to Laura Wendt.  Thank you for your help and we look forward to creating a fun and memorable 2016-2017 Yearbook. Questions?  Please contact Laura Wendt.
VOLUNTEERING
Volunteer Needed - Volunteer Coordinator
One person is needed for the Volunteer Coordinator position. Training will be provided this year and then they will take over the position next year.  Responsibilities include coordinating the volunteer sign-up process in September, and yearlong duties include: posting various volunteer opportunities in the ICS Newsletter, directing parents to find opportunities to fulfill their commitment, as well as coordinate with the PTSA Board of Directors, teachers and office staff as needed, and ensure that the volunteer hours report is accurate.  
They may work from home and time commitment varies.  This person must be able to provide 24 hour turnaround on answering questions submitted via email, have excellent written communication skills, and basic knowledge of Excel to sort volunteer data.
If you are interested or would like more information, please contact Kathy Thompson, Volunteer Coordinator.
 
Coaches needed for middle school math club
The middle school math club is looking for a couple more coaches for this school year.  The math club is held on Wednesdays 12:30pm-1:30pm, and there may be additional sessions at other times for competition prep.  If you are interested and able to help, please email Roxana Drake.
CELEBRATING ICS
Parenthood - a Sonnet and Curriculum Challenge from Mr. Over
Mr. Ted Over, who teaches International Studies at ICS, sent us this fun sonnet to share with the parents. It's a humorous reflection on life as a parent, and you can play "spot the curriculum references" with your Humanities II and International Studies III students. View Parenthood here.
REPEATED ARTICLES
Join the Pick-Up and Drop-Off Parking Lot Team
Please join us in volunteering with the traffic control team! Let's make drop-off and pick-up a pleasant experience for everyone. Gwen North is coordinating this opportunity to serve at ICS. It is a great way to connect at ICS, and get your volunteer hours in at the same time.
Get Your Logo Wear!
Logo wear orders can be submitted at the main office through September 30th. You can find the order form and item flyer HERE.  Questions? Email ics logo wear.
Attention 6th Grade Parents!
If you did not pick up your child's P.E. clothing during registration, you need to see Sue Austin in the main office to submit payment and pick up your items.
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