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ELC at George Earle Weekly Update

ELC at George Earle Weekly Update
ELC at George EarleWeekly Update

Friday, September 19, 2025 Friday, September 19, 2025

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Smiles, Sunshine, and Success in Kindergarten! Smiles, Sunshine, and Success in Kindergarten!

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Step by Step, We Match Just Right! Step by Step, We Match Just Right!

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The ELC is a Title I School. The ELC is a Title I School.

Annual Title I Parent Meeting – Thursday, September 25th, 2025 Annual Title I Parent Meeting – Thursday, September 25th, 2025

We will be holding our Annual Title I Parent Meeting on Thursday 9/25/25. Our principal, Mrs. Gutierrez is inviting Families to join us virtually at 10:30 AM via Zoom (link below) or attend in person at ELC at 4:00 PM in Room 13. We hope to see you there!

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You should have all received a letter in the mail this week with all the important information on Title I. We need ALL parents to sign and return that letter to school in your child's folder ASAP! The home school compact is shown below for reference.

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Believing in Our Promise: A Message of Hope and Determination for Every Child Believing in Our Promise: A Message of Hope and Determination for Every Child

I Promise by LeBron James is more than just a book—it's a heartfelt reminder to children that they are full of potential, worthy of love, and capable of achieving great things. Inspired by his real life I PROMISE School, LeBron shares a powerful message about responsibility, perseverance, and believing in yourself even when things get tough.

This book is important because it encourages kids to dream big, work hard, and stay kind to themselves and to others. For families, it opens the door to meaningful conversations about values, self-confidence, and the importance of community. All kindergarteners will be coming home with their own copy. Together, we can remind our children that no matter where they come from, they can become anything they set their minds to, because every child has a promise inside them waiting to shine.

I Promise – 🏀 Inspirational read aloud children's book by NBA superstar LeBron James!

Brickie Nation: Built to Win! Brickie Nation: Built to Win!

Stronger Together, Brickies Forever! Stronger Together, Brickies Forever!

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Dyslexia Screener 9/24 &9/25

As part of early literacy screening, Kindergarten students will participate in a brief Dyslexia Screener later this month. This helps us identify early reading needs so we can better support every child’s growth. It’s quick, age-appropriate, and administered in a calm, supportive environment.

Careers on Wheels September 26th, 2025 Careers on Wheels September 26th, 2025

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The Weekly Update #4

All about school counseling at the ELC

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Child care is provided during PTO meeting Child care is provided during PTO meeting

Join our PTO Facebook Group! Join our PTO Facebook Group!

The ELC Facebook Group
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Caught Being Excellent on Purpose (BEOP)! Caught Being Excellent on Purpose (BEOP)!

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Did you know that you as parents can nominate a staff member to be recognized as someone who is Being Excellent On Purpose? Dr. Buffington LOVES to know about and celebrate the positive!

Nominate someone you caught Being Excellent On Purpose!
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Top Seller Fundraiser Bike Winners! Top Seller Fundraiser Bike Winners!

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Time Out for Reading Day: Pause, Pick Up, and Read! Time Out for Reading Day: Pause, Pick Up, and Read!

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October 3rd marks Time Out for Reading Day — a special day dedicated to celebrating the joy and power of reading. Across the country, schools, workplaces, and families are encouraged to take a meaningful break from their routines to enjoy a good book. Whether it’s for 10 minutes or half an hour, this is your reminder to slow down, unplug, and get lost in a great story. So on October 3rd, take a time out — and read!

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The Hobart Educational Foundation's Harvest Homecoming!!! Join Us For The Fun!!! The Hobart Educational Foundation's Harvest Homecoming!!! Join Us For The Fun!!!

Harvest Homecoming Brunch

NEW location – Hobart High School Great Hall!!

Sunday, October 12

11:00am-2:00pm

Tickets are $35 each – buy from your administrator or scan the QR code!

You could donate a basket if you like.

Silent Auction Donor form attached.

Please come and support HEF – grants, scholarships, etc. for Brickies!

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Send those Strack's Receipts! Send those Strack's Receipts!

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Stracks Receipts Contest – Help Your Child’s Class Win!

Each month, our classrooms compete to collect the most Strack's grocery receipts, and the winning class is recognized and celebrated! It’s a fun way to build school spirit while supporting our students. Every receipt you send in helps us earn dollars that go directly toward classroom items that support your child’s learning like books, supplies, and educational materials. Let’s work together to make a difference one receipt at a time!

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Check Out Our STATE Recognized Brickies from the Start Program!

The School City of Hobart Brickies from the Start goal is to strengthen families by empowering parents as their child’s first and best teachers. Every day, we advocate for families so every child-in every neighborhood-can thrive.

Do you or someone you know have a new baby or are expecting? Brickies from the Start is presenting a prenatal and infant education series for moms in the 46342 zip code. The first 10 people to register will receive a gift package! Childcare for older siblings will be provided. RSVP now: https://forms.gle/bHjLifPHThPagpzc7

What is Brickies from the Start?

What is Brickies from the Start? - Strengthening Families and Empowering Parents by DeAnn Jennette | This newsletter was created with Smore, an online tool for creating beautiful newsletters for educators, nonprofits, businesses and more

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Brickies From the Start Bulletin

Playroom Reminder Is your child sick or having a bad morning? We understand that you can't always make it to the playroom when you've...

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Updates & Reminders
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OH NO!!! YOUR LITTLE BRICKIE ISN'T FEELING WELL? OH NO!!! YOUR LITTLE BRICKIE ISN'T FEELING WELL?

If your child isn't feeling well, please keep him or her at home. You must report the absence IN SKYWARD before 10:00AM. There is no need to call the school to let us know. If there are any questions about the absence, we will reach out to you.

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September Nurse's Corner

Check out the September Nurse's Corner to learn about immunizations, sports physicals, and other important information about keeping your student healthy!

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Our SRO, Officer D is always available If you ever need to reach him- all of his contact info is listed here.

Our lost and found already has items collecting! We will post pictures of our lost and found periodically in our weekly newsletters and on Facebook. If you see something that is your child’s, or know your child is missing something- please reach out to SRO D. Please do not comment on Facebook if you see something that is your child's. His contact info is pictured here as well. Thanks!!

And remember- a GREAT way to keep your child's items out of lost & found jail is to LABEL EVERYTHING! If it is labeled, we can easily get it back to your child!


If you see something that is your child’s email officer D at dserrano@hobart.k12.in.us

LOST & FOUND! LOST & FOUND!

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Brick by Brick: STEM Building Challenge Brick by Brick: STEM Building Challenge

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Kindergarten Brickies Bring the Energy! Kindergarten Brickies Bring the Energy!

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Pledging Knowledge: Constitution Day Activities Pledging Knowledge: Constitution Day Activities

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The Brickie Network 2025-2026

School City of Hobart Information

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Connect with The Early Learning Center at George Earle Elementary School! Connect with The Early Learning Center at George Earle Elementary School!

ELC Facebook
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www.hobart.k12.in.us/elc

Mrs. Sara Gutierrez
All My Life I Want to Be a Brickie! Work! Work! Work!
ELC at George Earle

400 N. Wilson St.

Hobart, IN 46342

(219)942-7263

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