Tales From the 'Dale 3.17.2023

Helendale Family Newsletter

Save the dates:

3/23 - First Grade Concert 2:00 PM (RSVP to Mrs. Groat - 4 adults per family maximum, please. kgroat@eastiron.monroe.edu)
3/27 - 3/31 - One School One Book Family Reading Challenge!
3/31 - Family Fun night! 6:00-7:30
Spring Break - 4/3-4/7, School Resumes 4/10

One School One Book (OSOB) is back!

If you are new to Helendale, OSOB is a chance for EVERYONE in our community to read and talk about the same book. On Monday 3/27, your student will receive their own copy of the book, along with a bookmark of pages to read each night. On 3/31 we will celebrate as a school community during lunch.

Please be on the lookout for more OSOB information!

Placement for next year

Today or early next week, you will receive a letter in your student's bookbag regarding placement for next year. Please take a moment to read how we place students, including what requests we can support and requests that we are unable to support.

An online placement form is included below and on the letter.

Thanks for your help with this important time of year!

Placement Letter (also in bookbags)

Link for placements information - Please complete by 4/21.

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PLAY BALL!

All 4 EI Elementary schools have the chance to come together as a community on June 4th for a Rochester Redwing's game! I know I'll be there with my family, and we'd love to see you! You can get your tickets below! (Remember, all 4 schools are invited this year!)

Let's completely take over section 223!!!!

East Irondequoit Schools - Red Wings Game - June 4

March is Women's History Month!

Are you looking to learn more about strong women who have made a difference in our world? Check out this bookshelf curated by our very own 2nd grade teacher, Miss Knauf!

March Read Alouds - Google Slides

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See Something, Say Something

A reminder to families and students: the district has a 24-hour safe school helpline available to report any concerns about unsafe or potentially disruptive activities or situations including drug or alcohol abuse, weapons, harassment, bullying or threats. All calls are completely confidential. You can call 800-418-6423 (800-4-1-VOICE ext. 359); text 66746, enter TIPS into the message; use the website www.safeschoolhelpline.com; or download the Safe School Helpline app in the App Store or Google Play.