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We have seen Wheelies rolling down the hallways this week. The IPS Dress Code is very specific these not be worn to school. Please help us by making sure these stay home. I have attached the dress code as a reminder for you as well.

https://myips.org/ips-back-to-school-2021-22-school-year/ips-revised-uniform-policy-for-the-2021-22-school-year/?fbclid=IwAR20Fjg8A1pnyqKsr88ulesdfSbKqtyarK_03AaHuzvFsnb962atUZOGzms

Shantel Morris is bringing her very popular Hip Hop Club from the CFI's to Sidener! Hip Hop will be on Tuesdays, beginning January 25th from 4:15-5:30 pm in the gym. This club is for all ages and for the Spring semester (January - May is $125)

Click here to sign up: https://my.cheddarup.com/c/sidener-dance-2022

North Central High School will host their choir placement night for in-coming transfer, private school and out of district students who are considering North Central High School for the 2022-2023 on January 31st from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Auditions will be in room K211, with entrance through door 24 by the tennis courts. The students may come and vocalize for the directors or sing a part of a song for the choir teachers. They will be able to place them in a choir for the 2022-2023 so they are all set for singing if they decide to enroll at North Central. If you are unable to make it on the date provided or there is inclement weather, families can make special appointments on February 1st.

Attached is an information sheet and a choir brochure that explains more about North Central’s 10 choirs. There will be a spot for every student who wishes to sing and opportunities for students who are pianists are also available. If you have any questions, please email Mrs. Carter at ervinrd@myips.org.

8th Grade Families:

The Round 1 enrollment window for enrolling students into IPS high schools for the 2022-2023 school year is from October 29, 2021-January 31, 2022. All families are encouraged to apply during round 1 as it ensures that students are placed in their high school of choice! Over the course of this window, Mrs. Carter will be working with your students to discuss their high school choices. Please take some time to review the IPS high school choices on the flier(s) below and talk with your student about their desired high school! If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact Mrs. Carter at ervinrd@myips.org or (317) 226-4259.

IPS High School Choices-English

IPS High School Choices-Spanish

The Cooke Young Scholars Program is a selective five-year, pre-college scholarship for high-performing 7th grade students with financial need. It provides comprehensive academic and college advising, as well as financial support for school, Cooke-sponsored summer programs, internships, music/art lessons, hard and software needs, and other learning enrichment opportunities that are specific to the student. The application for this scholarship opens in early February and closes late May. Please see the attached fliers for informational meetings regarding this program!

YEARBOOKS ON SALE, NOW!

Online Ordering Ends: March 25, 2022

Softcover $15

Add your students name for $1 extra.

Order @ inter-state.com/order

Order code: 64182M

The District will begin sending out invoices to families to pay their Textbook rental. This process is designed to be completed by Mid-September. If you would like to pay your rental fee prior to receiving documentation from the district, feel free to do so by logging on to www.myschoolbucks.com. Please note, until that time, you may not be able to see your child’s account online.

Please be sure to reference our district health screener and use daily before sending your child(ren) to school.

Next week all 2nd-6th grade students will be taking the Amira benchmark test through HMH. This assessment will measure student reading fluency. For this test, all students will need to wear headphones. Please make sure you send headphones with your child next week as we have given all of ours out in the first semester to students. Today we are also sending home your student's NWEA score report for our middle of year testing date. If you need an extra copy of the score report, please email Mrs. Robbins (jacksoca@myips.org) or Mrs. Carter (ervinrd@myips.org)

Math and Science are getting new textbooks for the 22/23 SY! Texts for high school courses like Algebra I, Geometry and Algebra II for Math and grades K-12 for Science are in the adoption process now, and we want to get your input. While our committee is made up of principals, teachers, parents and staff, our goal is to ensure every IPS voice is part of the adoption process. Please use the links below to access the materials and note catcher.

The public vote for Math will be January 3 - 14, 2022. The public vote for Science will be January 24 - February 4, 2022. Be on the lookout for a google form to cast your vote!

IPS wants to hear from you; change happens together. Thank you for supporting the adoption of high quality math and science texts!

Please direct any questions to Dr. Bobbie Sargent, Math and Science Coordinator, at sargentbobbie@myips.org .

Math Texts up for adoption

Math Note Catcher

Science Texts Website

Science Texts document - for members outside of the IPS network

Science Note Catcher

7th and 8th Grade Families,

The time has come to complete applications for the 21st Century Scholars Scholarship! This scholarship offers income-eligible students up to four years of paid tuition at an eligible Indiana college or university after they graduate from high school, dependent upon financial need. Information regarding income eligibility can be found here. All families are encouraged to apply as financial situations are subject to change due to the effects of COVID-19. Families can apply for the 21st Century Scholars Scholarship the beginning of their student’s 7th grade year until June 30 of their student’s 8th grade year. Families may complete the application by:

1. Visiting the following website: https://www.indyachieves.org/21cs
2. Texting the word “college” or “Universidad” to 404-58.
3. Complete the form and send it in with your student or email it to Mrs. Carter (ervinrd@myips.org) so that she may apply on your behalf. The English version of this form may be found here. The Spanish version may be found here.
4. Completing the application by phone with Mrs. Carter. Please feel free to email Mrs. Carter at ervinrd@myips.org in order to schedule a time to complete the application.

For more about this program, please visit https://learnmoreindiana.org/scholars/. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Mrs. Carter at ervinrd@myips.org or 317-226-4259.

The January PTA Meeting has been moved to Wednesday, January 12th at 6:00 pm and will be virtual.

February 2022 Fundraiser with Crew Car Wash

https://websiteconnect.drb.com/crewcarwash/E-WashGifts.aspx

OR

via www.crewcarwash.com then click on Shop and select Wash Books & Gift Cards then scroll down to e-Wash in the drop down menu

Use promo code 60988 during checkout

Buy single e-washes for yourself or share with others!

Join the PTA and/or a Committee

We are looking for committee volunteers to help with events, fundraising, advocacy, and teacher appreciation.

https://www.sideneracademypta.org/join-the-pta

Pay your 2021-2022 membership dues.

Please reach out if you need a scholarship.

https://my.cheddarup.com/c/2021-2022-pta-dues-collection

Virtual PTA Meetings:

Wednesday, January 12, 2022 6:30:00 PM Click here to join the meeting

Wednesday, March 2, 2022 6:00:00 PM (TBD) Click here to join the meeting

Wednesday, May 4, 2022 6:00:00 PM Click here to join the meeting

PTA Website: https://www.sideneracademypta.org/home

If you would like something to be added to the newsletter, please send your submission in full, ready to copy and paste, by 9:00 am Friday morning. Submissions are to be sent to Mrs. Federer at federerm@myips.org.

KARATE (year long)

The January-May Spring flyer is attached below.

Wednesdays starting January 11th - May 18th.

One payment of $170 or two payments of $90 ($289 for two siblings) Make checks payable to Phoenix Rising Karate. Paypal also accepted.

For questions please contact: Robert Bilek, Senior Instructor

317-228-1872
phoenixrisingkarate@gmail.com
www.phoenixrisingkarate.com

CHESS CLASS Q3

http://www.learningthroughgames.com/sidener-chess-signups/

Open to ALL

January 20th - March10th (cancellations may not be refunded or made up)

Fee: $82(no refunds after January 20th)

Meeting time: Thursdays before school starting at 8:15 am in the cafeteria

Methods of payment accented:

• Checks payable to Learning Through Games 11504 Senie Lane Carmel, IN
• Drop off with Mrs. Drummer
• Paypal at adean@learningthroughgames.com
• Zelle at 3172246771

Please contact Aaron Dean at 317-224-6771 or adean@learningthroughgames.com with any questions.

Improv Club

Students who want to learn to think on their feet, play to their strengths, gain confidence and go for the big laughs are invited to join Sidener Academy's Improv club. The after-school program will help students learn team building and creativity, while exploring new worlds they make up on the spot.

· Meets on Mondays from January 10 - March 21, 2022 for a total of 9 classes

· No class on Jan. 17 & Feb. 21

· 4:10 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

· Meets in cafeteria, pickup in back of school

· Open to 5-8th graders

· Maximum number of students: 18

· Cost: $10 per class, $90 session (Scholarships and discounts available for those in financial need)

· Email Shannon Samson at shannonsamson22@gmail.com to reserve a spot

January 12th: Virtual Prospective Parent Open House 5:00-6:30 pm

January 12th: Virtual PTA January Meeting at 6:30 pm

January 17th: NO SCHOOL MLK Day

January 18th: Asynchronous Day for Professional Development

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Monday: Improv Club 4:15-5:30 pm

Wednesday: Karate 4:15-5:00 pm

Girl Scouts: 4:15 pm-5:30 pm

Thursday: Chess Club 8:10 am-9:00 am

Robotics: 4:15 pm-6:00 pm (club full)

Sidener Academy’s mission is to serve the unique academic, social, and emotional needs of high ability students from diverse social cultural, and economic backgrounds. Within our learning community, we are empowered to become lifelong learners and responsible citizens in a positive and supportive atmosphere. .

Email: federerm@myips.org
Website: https://myips.org/sidener/
Location: 2424 Kessler Boulevard East Drive, Indianapolis, IN, USA
Phone: (317)-226-4259