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Comet Connection Newsletter November 16, 2025

CoulstonElementary SchoolComet Connection Newsletter November 16, 2025

School News School News

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Nine 13 Bikes in Gym
We’re excited to share that Nine13sports will be visiting our school the week of November 17th! Their “Kids Riding Bikes” program will be set up in the gym, giving students a fun and engaging way to learn about fitness, teamwork, and healthy habits while riding stationary bikes. Each class will have the opportunity to participate during their regular gym time. Please make sure that your child wears tennis shoes this week on their gym day to participate in the bike program. This program is always a favorite among our students, and we’re thrilled to have Nine13sports back with us! Thank you for your continued support in promoting health and wellness at Coulston!


Mid-Terms

Parents your child's mid-terms were updated last Friday, November 14th. Just a reminder that you can check PowerSchool for updates on your child’s progress. If you have any questions, please contact your child’s teacher.


Picture Retakes Reminder

Parents just a reminder that picture retakes will be on November 19th. If your child was absent for the first picture day, is new to our school, or you would like to purchase new pictures, please complete the online ordering information.If you have any questions, please contact the school office. Please click on the link to order pictures. Inter-State Studios

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UPCOMING EVENTS:

  • Nov. 17-21-Nine 13 Bike Program in PE
  • Nov. 17-Spell Bowl

  • Nov. 19-Fall Picture Re-takes

  • Nov. 24-25-Star Lab

  • Nov. 26-28-No School-Thanksgiving Break

  • Dec. 5-Holiday Parade Downtown Shelbyville

  • Dec. 8-12-PTO Santa Shop

  • Dec. 9-2nd Grade Christmas Program at 6:00

  • Dec. 19th-Christmas Parties

  • Dec. 22-Jan. 2-Christmas Break

PTO News PTO News

PTO Meeting

Calling all Coulston Parents!
Please join us on Monday, November 17 at 5:00 PM for our PTO meeting. We’ll be discussing several items, including fundraisers, the Santa Shop, and our goals for 2026. All parents are welcome to attend and be part of this group that supports our students and staff.
We hope to see you there!

News from Our School Social Worker News from Our School Social Worker

A reminder from Mrs. Reed that this is the last week to apply for Christmas assistance through Coulston. ApplicationsThis is the last week for Christmas assistance. Applications must be submitted by Friday, November 21 in order to be considered. Here is the link:


https://forms.gle/yL1YuZTAXjdmnvwC9


In December, Girls, Inc. staff will be coming to Coulston to present the "Informed Together" program for 4th and 5th grade students. Details are included in the attached letter. Please remember, if you DO NOT want your student to participate, we will need the letter signed and returned. Your student should have also received a paper copy this week.

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Notes from the Nurse Notes from the Nurse

Please check out the Remind invite from Nurse Polston to sign up for updates and communication directly from her. This is a great way to share information and get important updates from the school nurse.


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Additional Information Additional Information

Coulston Elementary Readers are Leaders

Lines from the Library


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5 tips for fitting in your "Family 20" reading session

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Why Reading counts

Attendance Attendance

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This year, we will have a monthly focus on attendance and share helpful resources with our school community.

Regular attendance at school does more than help your child succeed academically. It also helps them develop important habits that will benefit them for years to come. Being on time and present every day teaches responsibility, time management, and commitment and skills that are essential for future success in school, work, and life.

We appreciate your support in helping your child build these habits by ensuring they attend school consistently and arrive on time. Together, we can set them up for a bright and successful future!

We will continue to recognize strong attendance with classroom awards and celebrate overall improvement as a building. Our school-wide goal is to maintain an overall attendance rate of 96% or higher. Thank you for partnering with us to reach this important goal!


When a student misses 2 days a month.
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Sports Information Sports Information

Girls A League Basketball Schedule
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Girls B League Basketball Schedule
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2025-2026 Elementary Athletic Handbook.pdf
2025-2026 Elementary Athletic Handbook (Spanish Version).pdf

Breakfast/Lunch Menu Breakfast/Lunch Menu

School Lunch
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Lunch Information

Lunch Information

We encourage all families to complete the Free & Reduced Lunch Form each year. Even if you qualified last year. This ensures eligible families receive meal assistance. You can sign up at this site: SCS Free and Reduced Lunch Form

Healthy Snacks – We appreciate your help in following the SCS Wellness Policy! Students enjoy a daily healthy snack at school, helping us meet our Healthy Snacks guidelines.


SCS Free and Reduced Lunch Form
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CES Student Handbook CES Student Handbook

Please remember the following rules from the SCS Elementary Handbook:

Transportation

Bus route information is available at scs.shelbycs.org/page/transportation. Scroll down to find the INFOFINDER link. If you need to make a change to your child’s transportation, please complete a Change of Transportation form at school. Changes take 48 hours to process. Call the office with any questions.


Car Rider Line

Thank you for your patience as we navigated the extra traffic during the first few weeks of school. We’re happy to see the flow improving this week! Here are a few car rider reminders to keep things running smoothly:

  • Drop-off begins at 7:25 AM

  • Pick-up is at 2:15 PM (1:45 PM on Wednesdays)

  • Students should exit the car on the side closest to the sidewalk

  • Please stay in your vehicle—do not park and get out

  • Give hugs, kisses, and goodbyes before pulling forward in the line

  • The car rider door closes at 7:45 AM. After this time, students must be dropped off and signed in at the front office.
    Thanks for helping us keep arrival and dismissal safe and efficient!

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Coulston Elementary School

Phone: (317) 398-3185

Fax: (317) 392-5721

Office Hours: 7:00am - 3:30pm


Address:

121 N Knightstown Road

Shelbyville, IN 46176

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Coulston Elementary Web Site

Chttps://www.ces.shelbycs.org/o/ces
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Coulston/District School Calendar

https://www.scs.shelbycs.org/page/district-calendar
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School Breakfast and Lunch Menus

https://shelbycs.nutrislice.com/
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