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November 2023 - Paragon Elementary

Panther Pause November 2023 - Paragon Elementary
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WHAT'S HAPPENING THIS MONTH



November 5th - FALL BACK 1 HOUR - Daylight Saving Time Ends

November 7th - PTO Meeting 4:00pm

November 10th - Veteran's Day Program 10:00am

November 13th - Spell Bowl Competition

November 15th - Midterm 2 Grades Sent Home

November 16th - Grandparent's Night 5:30pm-7:00pm

November 22nd thru 24th - Thanksgiving Break - No School

November 28th - Cookies & Canvas 6:00pm - 7:30pm

December 5th - PTO Meeting 4:00pm

December 13th - Christmas Program 6:00pm

December 19th - Fall Parties - End of 2nd 9 Weeks

December 20th thru Jan. 2nd - Winter Break - No School!

Click Here for Breakfast and Lunch Menus
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Grandparent's Night

  • November 16, 2023 5:30pm-7:00pm
  • Chili dinner $8.00
  • Hot dog dinner $5.00
  • Silent Auction
  • Photo Spot
  • Craft
  • Book Fair in Library
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Paragon Spell Bowl Team

Paragon's Spell Bowl Team will compete against other teams on November 13th, 2023. The competition will be held at Newby Elementary in Mooresville. Members of the team are Ellie Duncan, Titus Drake, Hudson Fisher, Parker Herrington, Marina Knoy, Meadow Phillips, Skyler Rains-Goode, Hannah Tomlin, Avery Thrasher, and Malakai Williams. The team is coached by Mrs. Natalie Williams.

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Title 1

Funding has been made available through School Wide Title 1 Services to Paragon Elementary for the purpose of providing students with extra support in reading/language arts and math. This extra support is available for all students at Paragon Elementary. Classroom teachers, Title 1 teachers, and instructional aides provide assistance through small group and individualized instruction as children demonstrate a need for support. Please contact your teacher about services your child may receive.

Dress Code Policy Reminder

Dress to Learn

It is the responsibility of the students to maintain a healthy and respectful-looking appearance while attending school and school activities. Specific regulations of the dress policy:

  1. Clothing and/or accessories which are indecent or displaying/inferring offensive or lewd words, sayings, and/or pictures is considered a violation. Clothing and/or accessories may not display any forms or references to alcohol, tobacco products, and/or illegal substances.

  2. Halter tops, net shirts, tank tops with spaghetti straps and midriff tops are not permissible.

  3. Shorts must be fingertip length.

  4. Shoes should be appropriate for safety and comfort. Flip flops and shoes with wheels are not permitted at any time. Students must wear tennis shoes to Physical Education. High heels and sandals without backs are not permitted.

  5. Hats and sunglasses are not to be worn in the school building except on designated days.

  6. The wearing or displaying of any gang related article of dress or adornment is not allowed at school or any school activity.

  7. Any attire that disrupts the educational process or puts a student at risk, such as clothing that does not fit appropriately, or leaves underwear exposed, is not permitted.


The dress code is subject to change to include but not limited to adding guidelines for PPE (Personal Protective Equipment). These guidelines would be developed and communicated following guidance from the CDC, health department, State of Indiana, and the IDOE.

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Important Skyward Info

MSD of Martinsville policy states students will only be released to adults who are listed in Skyward Family Access as a parent/guardian or emergency contact. You may log-in at any time to add or remove names. Please contact the office if you need help with your log-in.
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Brrrrrr!!

Please make sure your child is dressed according to the weather. Classes continue to go out for recess even when it is cold outside! If your child needs a winter coat please let the office know.
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Arrival & Dismissal

Upon arrival or dismissal, please pull up to the front curb and wait for a staff member to assist your student. If coming from the parking lot, please walk your child across the parking lot. Do not cross between the buses as they may not be able to see you!

Please send a note with your child if their "go home" procedures have changed. If there is an emergency change during the day, please call the office no later than 3:00 pm.

Items to Remember Everyday!! Items to Remember Everyday!!

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1. A backpack

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2. Your fully charged device

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3. A refillable water bottle

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Paragon Elementary - Learning with PBL

Paragon Elementary Vision Statement

Paragon Elementary provides a quality education in a safe and nurturing environment for all students to be productive, responsible citizens and inspire lifelong learning.

Email: ryan.cox@msdmartinsville.org
Website: msdofmartinsville.org/paragon-elementary/
Location: 520 W Union St, Paragon, IN 46166, USA
Phone: (765)537-2276
Facebook: facebook.com/ParagonElementaryPanthers
Twitter: @ParagonPanther

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