Team Leader, Megan Bonifacio x20079

Maddie Camp: maddie.camp@pisd.edu x20075

Peter Riley: peter.riley@pisd.edu x20078

• Aldridge SMORE
• Aldridge Website
• Aldridge Parent Handbook
• Aldridge Safety and Daily Procedures
• Plano ISD Free and Reduced Meal Program
• Ms. Hardy's Counseling Referral Form

4th Grade Planning/Conference Time: 12:20-1:00

NO Visitors during STAAR weeks

KEY REMINDERS:

• Make sure your child gets a good night’s rest and a healthy breakfast to help them focus tomorrow.
• If you want them to eat breakfast at school please arrive by 7:15 so your child has time to eat.
• All students need to be on time at school by 7:40 to ensure a prompt and successful day of testing.

BRING:

• Bring lots snacks (not messy). Lunch will be late (1 pm- 2 hours later than normal), so your child will want plenty of snacks. They will not be allowed to eat anything messy until after they are done testing.
• Great snack ideas: pretzels, goldfish, fruit snacks, granola bars, popcorn, etc.
• Messy snacks (eat AFTER testing only): fruit, yogurt, chips, anything requiring a spoon, etc.
• Please send a water bottle that is not likely to spill for testing.
• Comfortable clothes and a jacket/ sweatshirt. Our classroom is particularly cold!
• Lunch box if bringer
• Books to read AFTER testing

DO NOT BRING:

• Electronics (cell phone, watch, etc)
• Any electronic devices brought to school will be collected and will be held in the front office until the end of the day. We STRONGLY recommend leaving them at home.
• Backpack
• Students do not need anything other than snack, water, lunch, and books. We recommend leaving their backpack at home.
• Academic materials
• Please leave ALL academic materials at home!

Dear Parents,

As the STAAR test approaches, we need your assistance in making sure that all third through fifth grade ocelots are aware of the technology restrictions during the test. Please read through the student technology oath and complete the Google form to show that you have spoken to your child about these expectations.

Completing the form is mandatory, and it is due April 11th.

Thank you for your attention to this matter and for your continued support.

Dear Parents,

We want to inform you of an important change regarding our annual 5th grade overnight camp experience. After 19 years, Collin County Adventure Camp (CCAC) will no longer be available due to the YMCA and Collin County ending their partnership.

We remain committed to providing students with a meaningful outdoor learning experience, and we are actively exploring alternative options. We will keep you updated as we determine the best path forward.

Thank you for your understanding and support.

Celebrate your Ocelot in an extra special way! Follow the website to get their name put on the Aldridge sign. 🙂

Please, take a moment to fill out the VOLY sign up. This will give you the opportunity to help volunteer throughout the school year.

https://plano.voly.org/opportunity/volunteer.html?id=84545

You will need to be logged into your Voly account for the direct link to work.

School Meals

Plano ISD meal prices and menu information can be found on the Food and Nutritional Services (FANS) website.

Meal Benefits

Families who may qualify for meal benefits are encouraged to complete a federal meal application for free and reduced-price meals. The 2022-23 meal application will be honored for the first 30 days of the 2023-24 school year. The 2023-24 meal application may be completed through School Café by logging in to your account, or by creating a new account.

Meal Payments

Online payments are accepted through SchoolCafé. Cash and checks are also accepted during the school day at your child's campus.

Dates to Watch

April 20: Yearbook ordering deadline

April 27: Intent to return form deadline

May 5-9: Teacher Appreciation Week

May 5: Last week of library/guidance - All library books due

May 6: Reading MAP Test

May 8: Math MAP Test

May 16th: Field Day

May 22: EOY Parties

May 23: Last day of school - Early dismissal 12pm