PTO January Updates

Dear ,

We've managed to reach the end of January finally (isn't it the longest month?). One good thing is that we have come back to events in a BIG way!

Trivia on the Hill was truly a fantastically fun gathering of parents, administrators, and teachers across the district. The "Trivia through the Decades theme" was embraced with costumes, props and general whimsical attitudes. We also appreciate so many of you engaging in the online auction. The funds raised set us up well for forthcoming requests across the schools that are outside of normal planned PTO programming.

The Global Cultural Celebration Week at the ES was well executed as usual. Thanks to the chairs and everyone covering the culture booths. This was a wonderful follow-up to the successful Global dinner in November.

Before the month is up, the 4th graders will participate in Pioneer Days, a rite of passage and one of the most loved educational immersion events at IH.

I do hope you all have good plans to enjoy the long break from February 16th - 22nd.

Heather Bennett

PTO President

Trivia on the Hill

Thanks to our generous community, we raised $13K from our online auction- a more detailed breakdown will be shared in our next communication. All proceeds will go into the PTO Capital Grants account to fund innovative and creative opportunities that enrich the IH student experience. Thank you again for supporting a great event for our district!

PTO NOMINATIONS

PTO is braver and stronger with you, so come join the fun!

Please nominate yourself or another member who puts our children, teachers, and community first. Who do you know that would be a great addition to our organization? Friday, March 10th is the tentative deadline for nominations.

We have the following open positions for PTO 2023-24:

Vice President

Communications

HS Program Chair

MS Program Chair

ES Program Chair

PS Program Chair

PTO NOMINATIONS

PTO is braver and stronger with you, so come join the fun!

We have the following open positions for PTO 2023-24:

Vice President

Communications

HS Program Chair

MS Program Chair

ES Program Chair

PS Program Chair

PTO Nomination Form and Position Descriptions Here!

Kroger Community Rewards

We are grateful to everyone who has linked their Kroger Plus card to our organization through the Kroger Community Rewards Program! These funds help cover PTO operating costs.

Once you link your card to IH PTO [organization number JH379] all you have to do is shop and swipe your Shopper's Card to support PTO.

A digital account is needed to participate in Community Rewards. If you already have a digital account, you will need to ensure you have a Plus Card linked to your account. Then, go here and select IH PTO as your organization.

Double-check that your account is linked, it only takes a moment and it really does help! THANK YOU!

School Updates

Primary School Update

Kindergarten Registration: Calling class of 2036!

Enrollment began January 5 for next school year's incoming kindergartners.

Kindergarten Parent Orientation is Tuesday, January 31 from 6-7pm in the PS Cafe.

Visit IHPS Webpage for information and links to enroll

Upcoming Dates:

Jan 30: No School for PS students only
Jan 31: Parent Info Night for Incoming Kindergartners
Feb 28: IHSD Stem Night

Kate Paynter, PS Director

kate.finger@gmail.com

Elementary School Update

5th Grade Shirts: Excited to announce that the 5th grade celebration and t-shirt website is ready! CLICK HERE

Spotlight: Thank you for supporting our talented kids at the Spotlight Talent Show! Together we raised $5,000.00 to support Music and Arts at IHPS and IHES

4th Grade Pioneer Days: Looking forward to seeing all the parent volunteers this week! Please check communication from classroom teachers for more information.

Tuesday, January 31 - Church & Scott

Wednesday, February 1- Vaughan & Cannon

Thursday, February 2- Rise & Bauer

Friday, February 3 - Jackson & Krehbiel

Upcoming Dates:

Feb 14: Valentine's Day Parties
Feb 28: PS Stem Night
April 22: Spring Fling and Conquer the Hill
April 24-28: Brave-A-Thon

Agi Kindberger, ES Director

agneskindberg@gmail.com

4th Pioneer Day Volunteer Info HERE!

Middle School Update

Winter PITM – Perfect North Tubing March 3 – NEW DATE CONFIRMED! Check your email for more information.

8th grade graduation – Planning will begin soon! Thank you to Stacy Hiatt and Kacey Farrell for heading up this exciting event.

Look for more communication on upcoming 6th and 7th grade field trips coming soon.

Elaine Skeldon, MS Director

elaineskeldon@yahoo.com

High School Update

HS Update:

-The second meeting of the Student Leadership Team occurred on Wednesday, January 18th.

Speaker: Tom Murray

-The latest Experienceship Presentation was held as a Lunch and Learn. Representatives from three companies came to discuss ‘Supply Chains' with students. The next will host physicians from Beacon Orthopedics.

-College Credit Plus (CCP) Night has been rescheduled for February 8th at 6pm.

-Incoming Freshman HS Scheduling Night is Feb 1st.

-New launch: The Big Pitch: “What would you do to make IHHS better?”

All students have an opportunity to pitch an idea that would benefit our school and make it a better place. Foundation has offered 10k to fund chosen ideas and then students experience the process of how their idea comes to fruition; from concept to reality. Presentations occur April 13th.

Look for more communications regarding our last Counselor Coffee, field trips, teacher appreciation and fun ways to get involved. We are grateful for your continued support.

Happy New Year!

Mandy Longbottom, HS Director

msl@fuse.net

Odd Couples Dance - Through the Decades

Save the Date! March 4th, 8:30-11pm

Link to online tickets sales released Feb 13th

Choose Your Favorite Decade!

No Need To Match Your ‘Date!'

After Prom Update

AfterProm 2023!

Now is the perfect time to grab a gift card to donate for the activities for this year's big night.

The AfterProm committee is hard at work already and has an exciting line-up planned, but we need YOUR support to make it happen. Thanks in advance for your time and support!

Happy New Year,

Becky Ford, 2023 AfterProm Committee

bfordlaw@yahoo.com

After Prom Gift Card Sign Up

Global Cultural Week and Fair - A Huge Success!

We want to thank all of our volunteers who made The Global Fair Possible! Looking forward to our next gathering on February 15th.

For more information Indian Hill's Global Parents Group please email Berrin at ihglobalparents@gmail.com