PIKE ELEMENTARY

Persevere through challenges in a safe and

Inclusive community that inspires

Kindness and growth while

Empowering lifelong learners

• October 26: Red Ribbon Week - Wear Bright Colors!
• October 27: Red Ribbon Week - Wear Pike Gear or Red/Blue!
• October 27: Robotics (3:45- 5:00pm)
• October 28: Red Ribbon Week - Wear Red!
• October 28: AWAY -- Girls BB Game @ Northaven (B game: 5 PM; A game follows)
• October 29: Red Ribbon Week - Hat Day!
• October 29: Trunk or Treat 5:30pm - 7pm (candy donations needed and appreciated!)
• October 30: Red Ribbon Week - Wear Your Costume! (no masks, costume props, inflatables or face paint)
• November 3: No School - Parent/Teacher Conference Day
• November 4: Robotics (3:45- 5:00pm)
• November 5: Final Robotics Meeting (3:45- 5:00pm)
• November 5: AWAY -- Girls BB Game @ Parkwood (B game: 5 PM; A game follows)
• November 7: Robotics Competition River Valley Middle School
• November 9: PTO Meeting 6pm in the cafeteria
• November 9: HOME -- Girls BB Game vs Charlestown (B game: 5 PM; A game follows)
• November 12: HOME -- Girls BB Game vs Franklin Square (B game: 5 PM; A game follows)
• November 16 - February 5: ILEARN Checkpoint 2 Window
• November 16: AWAY -- Girls BB Game @ New Washington (B game: 5:30 PM; A game follows)
• November 19: Family Literacy & Numeracy Night (5:30pm - 7pm)
• November 20: All-Pro Dads Meeting (7:45am-8:30am)
• November 21: Girls Basketball First Round of Tournament @ Charlestown High School
• November 23: Girls Basketball Championship
• November 25 - 27: Thanksgiving Break
• December 14: PTO Meeting 6pm in the cafeteria
• December 18: All-Pro Dads Meeting (7:45am-8:30am)
• December 18: End of Quarter 2
• December 21- January 1: Winter Break
• January 4: No School - Teacher Only PD
• January 18: No School - Martin Luther King Jr. Day
• January 11 - February 26: WIDA ACCESS Assessment Window Open
• January 11: PTO Meeting 6pm in the cafeteria
• January 20: HOME -- Boys BB Game vs Riverside (B game: 5 PM; A game follows)
• January 26: AWAY -- Boys BB Game @ Utica (B game: 5 PM; A game follows)
• January 28: HOME -- Boys BB Game vs Northaven (B game: 5 PM; A game follows)
• January 29: All-Pro Dads Meeting (7:45am-8:30am)
• February 3: HOME -- Boys BB Game vs Parkwood (B game: 5 PM; A game follows)
• February 8 - April 9: ILEARN Checkpoint 3 Window
• February 8: PTO Meeting 6pm in the cafeteria
• February 9: AWAY -- Boys BB Game @ Charlestown (B game: 5 PM; A game follows)
• February 11: Family Literacy & Numeracy Night (5:30pm - 7pm)
• February 15: No School - Presidents' Day
• February 16: HOME -- Boys BB Game vs New Washington (B game: 5 PM; A game follows)
• February 20: TENTATIVE DATE for Boys Basketball Tournament
• February 26: All-Pro Dads Meeting (7:45am-8:30am)
• February 27: TENTATIVE DATE for Boys Basketball Tournament
• March 1 - 12: Grades 2 & 3: IREAD Window
• March 19: All-Pro Dads Meeting (7:45am-8:30am)
• March 19: End of Quarter 3
• March 22 - 25: Spring Break
• March 29 - May 7: I AM Window Open
• April 12: No School - Teacher Only PD
• April 12 - May 7: Grades 3-8 ILEARN Checkpoint Window
• April 23: All-Pro Dads Meeting (7:45am-8:30am)
• April 30: No School - Oaks Day
• May 4: No School - Election Day
• May 10: PTO Meeting 6pm in the cafeteria
• May 14: All-Pro Dads Meeting (7:45am-8:30am)
• May 19: End of Quarter 4
• May 19: Last Student/Teacher Day

Want to make a difference in our school community?

Join the Pike Elementary PTO and help us create meaningful experiences for our students, staff, and families!

Whether you have a little time or a lot, your involvement makes a BIG impact.

From planning fun events to supporting classroom needs, there are so many ways to get involved and share your talents.

• Interested in volunteering? Fill out the Google Form below to let us know how you'd like to help:

Ms. Baxter – Ms. Baxter and Mrs. Trina would like to shout out Wynter Davidson and Nora Geer for always following carpet expectations! We can always count on them to be role models for their peers! We would also like to shout out Amoura Coleman for helping Mrs. Trina this week get to where she needed to be safely. We appreciate all three of you!

Ms. Haeseley –Ms. Haeseley and Mrs. Norris would like to recognize Sergio Munoz and Emory Johnson for showing PRIDE on a daily basis! Since we have come back from Fall Break, they come in first thing in the morning ready to learn and it shows in their growth in reading. They are quick to be helpful friends, fantastic at working through challenging material, and do not waste any time during transitions. Way to be terrific role models for your peers. We could not be more proud of you both. Keep being amazing and keep being you, boys!!

Ms. McCormick – Ms McCormick and Ms. Gabby would like to recognize Hadlie Richert for always being persistent in showing classroom expectations. We can always depend on her to be a role model for other students in our classroom. She is always engaged in lessons and helping her friends learn!

Mrs. Budd would like to give a big shout out to James Beasley, Kinsley Mitchell and KS for their growth on reading nonsense words since the beginning of the year! They each read 15 more correct letter sounds and hit double digits on reading whole words!! Your persistence really shows through your participation during our reading block and your hard work during impact. Way to go and keep it up!!

Ms. Dotson - Mrs. Dotson would like to recognize Jackson Frazier for the tremendous growth he has made with his behavior. He has been working hard to regulate his emotions and use calming tools. I am so proud of you and the progress you are making. Keep up the great work!!

Mrs. Crow - Mrs. Crow would like to recognize Cali Brents and KC for their progress and growth this quarter! They have been making great behavioral choices in class, and have done a wonderful job setting and meeting goals for themselves! I’m so proud of all their hard work and am happy to celebrate their success! Keep up the amazing work!

Mrs. Davenport - Mrs. Davenport would like to recognize Hattie Dant, Cece Meza, Reed Hill, Gabby Smith, Violet Richmer, and Lindley Mason for always showing dependability in class. We can always count on you all to be leaders, and you go above and beyond to help those around you. You make our class family great! Keep up the good work!

Ms. Yates- Mrs. Yates would like to recognize Mylo Morrison for his continued growth and progress this quarter! Mylo is making strides in all academic areas by working hard, strengthening his skills, and progressing toward his goals. He is also making positive behavioral choices and doing a better job of following classroom expectations. It has been wonderful to see his growth and celebrate his accomplishments so far this quarter. Keep up the great work, Mylo!

Ms. Nein - Ms. Nein would like to recognize Jaicee Miller for the growth she has shown in math! She has been working hard, building his skills, and making great progress toward her academic goals. I am proud of her effort and determination to keep learning and improving!

Ms. Nein would also like to recognize Carwens Marshall and Ezra Estrin for the improvement they have shown in the classroom! They have been working hard to make positive choices, follow expectations, and communicate their feelings appropriately. I am so proud of the progress they are making and the effort they put into growing each day!

Mrs. Rottet - I would like to recognize Michael Allen for the growth he has shown with his behavior! He has made great progress in recognizing when he needs a break and using strategies to help himself reset. I am proud of the effort he is putting into making positive choices and continuing to grow each day!

Mrs. Zion – Mrs. Zion would like to recognize Mike Sin for the growth he has shown in participating more in class, building confidence, and working hard to reach his academic goals. I am proud of the effort he puts into his learning and the progress he continues to make! Mrs. Zion would also like to recognize Kyrie Green for meeting his behavior goals almost daily and working hard to communicate his feelings in positive ways. He is doing a great job using calm-down strategies and making positive choices, and I am so proud of his growth! Keep up the great work boys!

Mr. Reschar - Ava Dean -Mr. Reschar would like to recognize Ava Dean. Ava works very hard in every aspect of school. She stays focused on her work, follows directions in and out of the classroom, and completes all her assignments. She also helps me out by reminding me of things I might have forgotten to do and always knows what voice level to be at, in all areas of school. I know Ava is going to continue to do great things this year! Keep up the awesome work!

Mr. Lamb - Mr Lamb would like to recognize Darnell Adams, RG, Phoenix Milton, and Noah Moody for their positive attitude and classroom behavior. They are a good example for the rest of the class.

Ms. McCutcheon - Ms. McCutcheon would like to recognize Arizona Wilson for showing growth in her academics the last few weeks! Arizona is eager to participate in discussions and class work, increasing her scores on her assignments and assessments–great job, Arizona! Ms. McCutcheon sees the effort you are putting in and is so proud of you!

Mrs. Malone - Mrs. Malone would like to recognize TB for his persistence in academics! When the work gets challenging, TJ uses positive self-talk to keep going and do his best. He is also a kind friend who brings warmth, laughter, and fun to our classroom family. Great job, TJ! We are proud of you!

Mrs. Meriwether - Mrs. Meriwether would like to recognize Kingsley Fabela for growth on his ILEARN Math Checkpoint. He went from below proficiency last year to at proficiency this year! I’m so proud of Kingsley’s ability to persevere through challenging work. Great job!

Mrs. Gibson - Would like to give a Persistence shout out to Mrs. Yates class for being the only class, to have the entire class, completed level 1 of the Pacer Racer Challenge WITHOUT walking!! Big Kudos kiddos, Way to be mentally tough!

Parent-Teacher Conferences are a valuable opportunity to connect with your child’s teacher and discuss first-quarter progress, report cards, and classroom performance. We encourage all families to attend! Please find your child’s teacher’s SignUpGenius below to reserve your conference time.

The 4th graders will be making Monoprints in Art using Gelli Plates & Acrylic Paints. Acrylic Paints do not wash out of clothes. I am asking that your child not wear his/her best clothes on Art day.

I have listed the days I have which class so you can know when your child has art with me.

Thank you,

Mrs. Kirsten Lewis

Mon.-Mr. Reschar Tues.-Ms. Davis Wed.-Mrs. White Thurs.-Mrs. Trail Fri.-Ms. Perkins

On Wednesday, November 11th, Pike Elementary will come together to recognize Veterans Day by honoring the veterans in our Pike families and community. This special celebration provides an opportunity for our students to learn about the meaning of Veterans Day while showing their gratitude and respect for the men and women who have served our country.

To help us prepare for this event, please let us know if a veteran from your family who has served or is currently serving in any branch of the United States Armed Forces would be interested in attending our celebration. The ceremony will begin at 2:30 p.m.

We will also be creating a special slideshow featuring veterans from our Pike families. Veterans do not need to attend the ceremony to be included in the slideshow. If you would like us to include a photo of a veteran in your family, please complete the attached Google Form.

We are excited to share this meaningful day with our students and recognize the service, dedication, and sacrifices of the veterans who are part of our Pike community.

Thank you for helping us honor the heroes in our families and community!

With Thanksgiving quickly approaching, we want to take a moment to express our gratitude for the incredible staff at Pike Elementary. Each day, our teachers and staff pour their hearts into creating a learning environment where students feel supported, challenged, and inspired. Their dedication, passion, and hard work make a lasting difference for our students and families.

We invite you to join us in showing appreciation by choosing a staff member to thank. Whether it’s a simple “thank you” or a heartfelt note, your words can brighten someone’s day and remind them how valued they truly are. Let’s fill our halls with messages of gratitude and celebrate the amazing people who make Pike such a special place!

If your child would prefer to drink water instead of milk during lunch, please send them to school with a water bottle. Milk will still be available as usual, but this gives kids who'd rather have water another option.

Soft drinks and energy drinks are not allowed in the school cafeteria. If your child prefers a beverage other than milk or juice, they may bring a pre-filled water bottle with them to the cafeteria.

A "Mystery Reader" is a fun classroom tradition where a parent volunteers to visit their child's class and read aloud, without the child knowing in advance who it will be! On your scheduled day, simply bring 2 or 3 of your favorite children's books and surprise your child by showing up to read to the whole class. It's a wonderful, low-commitment way to be part of your child's school day and share a special moment with them in front of their classmates. To get involved, sign up using your child's teacher's link below, or reach out to the teacher directly to find a date that works for you.

For additional information, please contact your school principal or the Transportation Office at 812-288-4809.

If your student will be riding the bus this school year, please complete the Transportation Request

New Albany Parks and Rec will offer a lacrosse program for boys and girls beginning 6 weeks from today on October 12th. Registration is open now. Players from any school district are more than welcome to sign up!

9:00am - 3:35pm

Doors open to students at 8:40am.

For safety reasons, students are not to arrive at school before that time.