10/6/2025: Community Newsletter

Ingraham News
This week is a busy one with the launch of our new two-lunch schedule, Curriculum Night, and Breakfast of Champions.
I’m especially excited for Curriculum Night. It’s one of my favorite events of the year because it highlights all the amazing things happening at Ingraham. When you visit, you’ll notice our clean courtyards, student work displayed throughout the building, the positive energy of our students, and the dedication of our staff. Plus, there'll be performances by Ingraham’s Drumline and Mariachi Band!
Community resources will be available starting at 6 p.m., followed by the main program at 7 p.m.
The community resource portion is a great opportunity to learn more about the many supports available to our students and families. Representatives from Special Education, the YMCA, District Security, Prevention and Intervention Services, Academic Specialists, our Testing Coordinator, our counseling department, and our Social Worker will be on hand to answer questions and share information. You’ll also meet student leaders who will give tours and talk about their experiences at Ingraham.
At 7 there will be a short welcome in the auditorium, then you’ll get to walk through your student’s schedule, just like you’re back in high school again.
It’s going to be a fun and meaningful night celebrating our students and staff. I hope to see you all there!
Great News: Ingraham Enrollment is Growing
Our enrollment numbers came in higher than expected, which means Ingraham received additional funding for our counseling department. Ms. Le, one of our amazing counselors, will now be working an additional day each week to better support our students. This will allow us to continue providing strong academic, social-emotional, and college/career support for all Rams. Our counseling alpha assignments will change some. More details on that will be shared in the next newsletter.
Curriculum Night: Oct. 9th
Please bring a copy of your student’s schedule. Schedules can be accessed through The Source or directly from students. Be sure the schedule includes room numbers, since this will guide you as you move from class to class during the evening.
Schedule for the Evening
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6–7 p.m. | Explore Ingraham resources & student-led tours (optional)
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7–7:15 p.m. | Welcome in the Auditorium
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7:20 7:30 p.m. | First Period
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7:35–7:45 p.m. | Second Period
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7:50–8 p.m. | Third Period
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8:05–8:15 p.m. | Fourth Period
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8:20–8:30 p.m. | Fifth Period
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8:35–8:45 p.m. | Sixth Period
Ingraham Goals
Attendance Goal: 90% attendance.
Current attendance rate: 87.5-the same as last week:(
Increasing the percentage of 9th grade students on track to graduate from 84% to 88%, with a particular focus on supporting students furthest from educational justice by raising their on-track rate from 67% to 72%.
Current data:
80% of students passing all current courses and earning no more than one D.
74% of students furthest from educational justice passing all current courses and earning no more than one D.
Improving student climate survey results around belonging and relationships from 88% to 92% overall, and from 85% to 92% for students of color.
Students take the student climate survey in October. Data should be available in early December.
Raising the percentage of students completing at least one advanced course and graduating on time from 85% to 95%.
Current data:
Data comes in at the semester.
🐏 Ingraham Upcoming Events
October 9 at 7 p.m. - Curriculum Night
6pm optional time to hear from resources at Ingraham and go on a student led tour of the school.
Meet in the Auditorium at 7pm and then follow your student’s schedule and meet their teachers.
October 10th- Save the Date: Breakfast of Champions
The annual Breakfast of Champions fundraiser hosted by the Ingraham Athletics Booster Club (IABC) is Friday, October 10th. The high-energy, fun-filled event raises funds in support of sports and fitness for all Ingraham students. Check out the Breakfast of Champions page to learn more and purchase tickets.
October 16th- School Picture Retakes
For those who had their picture taken on September 11 and 12:
Families can preorder photos here: 2025-26 Ingraham High School Picture Days 9/11, 9/12 (enter your student’s ID number and select your package; separate orders are required for each student, including siblings).
Print orders will be shipped directly to families' homes in 3-4 weeks after picture day; digital orders will be sent via email from no-reply@imagequix.com. Contact Yuen Lui Studio with any questions. Thank you!
This Week’s PRIDE Award Winners: Toni Morgan
Student Drop Off/Pick Up & Parking
🌟Please do not drop off or pick up students along N. 135 St. This is reserved for district transportation.🌟
Student parking permits will be distributed this week.
- All licensed drivers may register for passes Monday-Friday this week during lunch in room #65
Student drivers agree to the following:
- Student must present current drivers license
- Vehicle must be insured with proof of insurance card in vehicle
- Vehicle must be parked in student parking areas
- No parking in the Staff/Visitor lots
- Do not block wheelchair ramps under any circumstances
- No parking on yellow or red curbing. You may be ticketed and/or towed.
- Helene Madison Pool will tow IHS students parked in their lot
- Students are not permitted to loiter in the parking lot during school hours
- Students agree to follow all posted signage on and around campus (including posted speed limits)