Boone Meadow Friday Flyer
March 6, 2026
"I persist toward my goals despite obstacles, discouragements, or disappointments."
What is Perseverance?
Perseverance means not giving up. It is sticking with something even when it feels hard. It means working hard, finishing what you start, and trying again when you face challenges. When we persevere, we feel proud of ourselves for completing a goal. Perseverance helps us grow stronger and more confident each time we keep going.
Simple Way to Say It to Kids: Perseverance is when you keep trying, even when something is difficult.
Serving Isaiah 117 House
Student Council Food Drive
Kindy Book Drive
We also want to recognize all the students who gave their best effort during IREAD testing this week. They approached the week with focus and perseverance, and we are proud of the hard work they demonstrated. A special thank you goes to our staff for the encouragement, flexibility, and teamwork that helped ensure everything ran smoothly while cheering our students on.
Youth Art Month (YAM) Opening Night is Tonight!!! The YAM opening night reception is tonight, Friday, March 6 from 5-7 pm at the Sullivan Munce Museum. All ZCS students and families are welcome to attend. Mrs. Mathis plans to be there from 5-6 pm.
As we look ahead to the coming week, we have several exciting opportunities for our families to connect with our school community. Please keep in mind that we have a PTO Meeting on Tuesday evening, International Night on Thursday, and the Yearbook ordering deadline on Friday, March 13.
Be sure to check the details below so you don’t miss out on these important events!
- International Night (March 12, 5:30–7:00 PM) - This is always such a special evening of celebration and connection. We are still looking for additional families, groups, or organizations willing to share their cultural heritage with our community. If you know someone who would love to participate, please connect them with Mr. Gatlin, our assistant principal. We hope to see everyone there for this incredible night of learning and community.
- Yearbook Sales — Deadline March 13 - Online ordering is the only option, and sales close March 13. Be sure to secure your copy so you don’t miss out on capturing this year’s memories! See the details located below.
- Music Performances (March 16) - Our first and third grade students will soon take the stage for their family performances. A big thank you to Mr. Doublestein for his leadership and preparation — we cannot wait to see our students shine.
- Book Fair (Week of March 16) - Preview Day is March 13, and PTO’s Family Shopping Night will take place March 18, aligned with the Bloodmobile visit from 3:00–7:00 PM. It’s a wonderful opportunity to build home libraries and foster a love of reading.
- Author Visit – Shannon Anderson (March 20) - We are excited to welcome local author Shannon Anderson, who will lead multiple sessions with our students throughout the day. Additional details and book pre-sale information are included below. In the meantime, feel free to explore her work at her website and get excited for her visit! Check out the additional information located below. https://www.shannonisteaching.com/
- Kindergarten Round Up (March 24) - It’s hard to believe that it’s already here! We are just three weeks away and would greatly appreciate your help spreading the word about early registration. Early enrollment truly makes a difference in helping us plan and prepare for next year’s incoming class. Information is included below — please share with neighbors and friends.
Thank you, as always, for the many ways you partner with us to support our students and strengthen our school community. Whether it’s volunteering, attending events, or simply encouraging your child each day, your support makes a tremendous difference.
We hope you have a wonderful weekend ahead, and we look forward to seeing many of you at the exciting events coming up next week!
All the best,
Team Meadow, Tom & Jarrod
Tom Hundley, Principal
Jarrod Gatlin, Assistant Principal
Kindergarten Round Up will be hosted at each ZCS elementary school on Tuesday, March 24! This is an exciting opportunity for families with incoming Kindergarteners to learn more about our schools and the year ahead. Pre-registration is required and now open for families, so be sure to keep your eyes open for updates coming your way. Know a family with a future Kindergartener? Tell your neighbors!
We are excited to announce that International Night is returning to Boone Meadow!
This exciting event will take place on Thursday, March 12 from 5:30 – 7:00 PM. On this special evening, BME families will come together and learn about the amazing and various cultures at Boone Meadow. Years past have been a tremendous success, and we are excited to do this once again. If you had a booth last year, we hope that you will consider having a booth again. (See details below.) If you did not host a booth last year but thought about it, now is your chance! You can also bring your family and enjoy the evening as a participant. Whatever you do, don’t miss out!
**If you are interested in having a booth, please email our assistant principal, Mr. Jarrod Gatlin, at jgatlin@zcs.k12.in.us. Please specify your name, your BME student’s name, and the country you will represent.
We are excited to welcome award-winning children’s author Shannon Anderson to BME on March 20th!
Shannon is a former elementary teacher of 26 years who now travels the country sharing her love of reading, writing, and goal-setting with students. She is known for her high energy, heart, and humor — and for inspiring young people to discover their strengths and chase their goals. One of her books, I LOVE Strawberries!, was even featured on Bedtime Stories with Ryan, where Ryan Reynolds read it to children around the world! https://www.shannonisteaching.com/
During her visit, Shannon will lead engaging sessions designed to spark creativity, ignite curiosity, and encourage students to believe in their own possibilities.
Book Order Information: A hard copy order form and Parent Square message were shared this past week. Families may pre-order books through March 18th, and Shannon will personally autograph all pre-ordered copies.
We look forward to an inspiring day of stories, laughter, and learning!
The YAM opening night reception is tonight, Friday, March 6 from 5-7 pm at the Sullivan Munce Museum. All ZCS students and families are welcome to attend. Mrs. Mathis plans to be there from 5-6 pm.
YAM is an annual observation each March to emphasize the value of art education for all children and to encourage support for quality school art programs. YAM is a way to celebrate the skills that are fostered through experiences in the visual arts.
This year we are please to share that Boone Meadow Elementary has artwork located at:
- Hussey Mayfield Public Library
- Town Hall
- Sullivan Munce Museum
- Midwest Jewelers
It's time to order your child's 2025-26 Yearbook! Follow the link below to place your order online. If you need to pay by cash or check, please contact the office. (Fourth grade families: Please reference Mr. Hundley's ParentSquare message regarding yearbooks sent earlier this week.)
Back again this year! Cripe Photography GIFT A YEARBOOK. You have the opportunity to donate a yearbook to one of your child's peers. Your school decides who will receive this awesome gift thanks to your generosity!
Boone Meadow Yearbooks - ORDER HERE
ORDER DEADLINE: March 13 (late orders cannot be guaranteed a yearbook).
Questions? Please contact Cripe Photography HERE.
Upcoming Events
Life Goals and Care Statements
Do the Right Thing/Treat People Right
I care for myself, for others, and for our space
March Lifeline: Perseverance
March 10: PTO Mtg @ 6
March 12 - Field Trips: 2nd gr to Childrens Museum; 1st gr to Warren Performing Arts (Fairy Tales) ; International Night 5:30-7:00
March 13 - Yearbook orders DUE
March 13-14: ZWest Musical: NEWSIES
March 16-20 - Book Fair; (Family Shopping- March 18 @ 3:00-7:00)
March 16- March 26: ILEARN Checkpoint #3 (3rd & 4th grades)
March 16: 1st gr Music is Reading (5:30-6:45) & 3rd gr Recorder Showcase (7:15-8:00)
March 17 - St. Patrick's Day; End of Q3
March 18 - Bloodmobile (3-7 PM); Family Shopping (book fair)
March 20 - Shannon Anderson author visit (pre-order information located above)
March 21 - World Down Syndrome Day: "Rock Your Socks" (Crazy mismatched socks)
March 24 - Kindy Roundup
March 27 -April 3: - Spring Break
April Lifeline: Zest/Enthusiasm
April 6: Return to school from Spring Break
April 7: Report cards posted in PS
April 13- May 8: Summative ILEARN testing - 3rd/4th grades
April 14: PTO Mtg @ 6
April 16: Kindy to Childrens Museum
April 21: Kindy Sing (5:00-6:00) & 4th Grade Music Finale (6:30-7:45)
April 24: Boone Meadow Bash
May Lifeline: Appreciation of Beauty and Excellence
May 4 - May 12 - NWEA (K-2 only)
May 5: Boone Meadow Voices School Performance @ 1:30 and Spring Concert @ ZWest @ 7
May 7: Class of 2039 (Incoming Kindy) Playground Meet & Greet (5:15-6:15) (rain date May 12)
May 12: 3rd gr Eagle Creek Service Project; PTO Mtg @ 6
May 13: 3rd gr Eagle Creek Service Project cont...
May 15: Field Day
May 22: 4th grade Statehouse/Downtown Tour
May 25: Memorial Day (No School)
May 27: 4th Grade Celebration
May 28: Last Day of School w/ students
May 29: Teacher Workday
May 31 - ZCHS Commencement
Lunch Guests
We are ready to welcome lunch guests! Students and their guests will have lunch at designated locations in the front lobby area. Please no more than 2 guests per student due to limited space. So that others may have the opportunity, we ask that you not sign up more than 1 time per month. As we implement this new system/procedure, we will limit availability the first two weeks to Monday, Wednesday, and Friday visits.
Here's how it works:
- Sign up for a reservation in advance using this link: https://outlook.office365.com/owa/calendar/BMELunchSchedule@zcsk12in.onmicrosoft.com/bookings/ When you sign up, please be certain to complete all fields requested.
- Bring a photo ID and arrive 5 minutes early (lunch times are listed on the signup form link above).
- Your child will meet you in the front office area when they are ready.
- HAVE FUN!
During the school day, all volunteers are expected to check in at the front office. Prior to the volunteer's first volunteer experience, the individual must sign a Non-disclosure Acknowledgement Form and have successfully completed a Full Criminal History Background Check.. Necessary background check paperwork is available on the ZCS website at the Volunteers/BRAVO link and should be submitted at least 10 days before the intended volunteer date. Volunteers must also view the state-mandated confidentiality/bullying video, provided on the Volunteer/BRAVO website. The volunteer will pay the fee for the full background check which will expire after 5 years.
During the school day, all visitors must enter via the front door and sign in at the front office. Visitors need to be prepared to present a government-issued photo ID which will be scanned against the National Sex Offender Registry. All visitors will be issued a visitor badge/tag to be worn inside the building at all times. Visitors other than parents/guardians must be prearranged and organized through the main office.
