The Neidig News

Hi Neidig Families,

As the new Assistant Principal at Neidig, I have enjoyed meeting Neidig's students. I have been able to visit each of our classrooms to tell them a bit about myself and my role. I opened the floor up for ANY questions and you can’t deny it, they are the best! Here were just a few…

“What’s your favorite: color, month, shape, number, activity, show, trip, drink, food, animal, subject,

“Do you like Halloween?” and “Are you going to dress up for Halloween?”

“Do you have any siblings?”

“Do you like oreo ice cream?”

“Did you grow up in this state?”

“How old were you when you moved to Colorado?”

“How many years have you been in education?”

“Do you like labooboos?”

“Did you know there were labooboo knockoffs at Q Mart?”

“Do you prefer raccoons or axolotls?"

“Ranch or blue cheese?”

“How old are you?”

“Are you from a different country?”

“Did you know that my great great grandfather was on the Titanic and survived?”

“Do you know my sister?”

“Why do we have a nurse?”

“Why doesn’t the bus have seat belts?”

“Why are there cameras in school?”

“How many dogs did you have growing up?”

“What are you good at?”

“What’s your favorite sport to watch?”

“How many years were you in college?”

“What’s it like being an AP?”

“How long do bunnies live?”

“Have you had any other jobs?”

Words can’t express my gratitude to be able to work with this staff and amazing group of learners. Thank you for your trust in our team and your partnerships.

Respectfully,

Dr. Kenyon

Dr. Monica Kenyon, Assistant Principal - mkenyon@qcsd.org

Our first PAL meeting will take place next Tuesday, September 16, at 6:30 PM in the Neidig cafeteria. As previously shared, this year's PAL meetings include a school presentation AND the PAL meeting. Mr. Godshalk will share information about our school's PBIS program, and QCSD's Portrait of a Graduate initiative.

Thank you to everyone who came to Neidig on Tuesday, September 9 for Back to School Night. This was a successful evening, and families learned a great deal about their children's classroom. If you have questions about this night, please contact your child's teacher.

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Last Spring, at the end of the school year, we held our “Meet the Instrument” night to help students decide if they wanted to join band or orchestra. If students did not sign up back in May and June, it’s not too late! There is still time for families to sign-up their elementary students for band (grades 4 and 5) and orchestra (grades 3, 4, and 5). Registration for elementary band and orchestra is open until Friday September 26, 2025.

Visit qcsd.org/music for more information about elementary instrumental music lessons. Click on the big yellow banner at the top of the page to register your student, or speak with your school’s music teachers.

Thank you!

The Elementary Instrumental Music Team

For your reference, HERE is the full 2025 - 2026 QCSD School Calendar.

Friday, September 12 - Ice Cream Social - 5:30pm - 7:00pm - Neidig Playground

Tuesday, September 16 - PAL Meeting - 6:30pm - 7:30pm - Neidig Cafeteria

Friday, September 19 - Ice Cream Social (Rain Date - 5:30pm - 7:00pm)

Tuesday, September 23 - School Closed

Friday, September 26 - Exercise for Education Kickoff Assembly

Thursday, October 2 - School Closed

Oct 13 - Oct 17 - Earth Science Week

Thursday, October 16 - PAL Meeting - 6:30pm - 7:30pm

• Dr. Friedman, QCSD Superintendent, is coming to this meeting!

Monday, October 20 - Picture Day Retakes

Friday, October 24 - Exercise for Education

Friday, October 31 - Storybook Character Parade

Monday, November 3 - Parent / Teacher Conferences - School Closed for Students

Tuesday, November 4 - School Closed for Students

We’re People Aiding Learning, Neidig Elementary’s Parent/Teacher Organization. Our mission? To bring families, teachers, and our school community closer together while making learning fun and memorable for every student.

• We host the fun! Family nights, special events, and community celebrations all year long.
• We fund the extras! Field trips, school-wide assemblies, room supplies, and equipment that help our students shine.
• We make it happen! Thanks to our amazing volunteers and generous supporters.

Whether you join us at our monthly meetings, lend a hand at an event, or pitch in with a fundraiser, you’re helping create unforgettable experiences for our kids.

Volunteer interest info- https://forms.gle/KwqQMEDuStkgNk5r5

President - Bobbie Keller

Vice President - Nikki Wright

Treasurer - Michele O’Donnell

Co-Corresponding Secretary - Heather Hanlon

Co-Corresponding Secretary - Brooke Morita

Recording Secretary - Kendra Ruch

Click here to learn more about this opportunity.

We know that success in school is about more than just academics. It’s also about building confidence, managing feelings, and getting along with others. During our Caring School Community morning time, we use the Second Step ® program. This research-based program will help your child learn important skills for school and life. Our lessons will cover how to manage emotions, practice empathy, and become great at problem-solving. Please see the attached letter for more information.

Here is a video (Parenting in a Digital Age) with useful information about media balance and well-being for our children. It shares a few helpful ideas for setting healthy boundaries and support for children to use technology safely and appropriately. This resource is brought to us from Common Sense Education, which supports K-12 schools with what educators need to empower the next generation of digital citizens.

This is a reminder to parents about our MTSS framework. QCSD implemented this framework of academic, social-emotional, and behavioral supports to improve student achievement. Please use the links below to learn more about our MTSS process. Additionally, if you are looking for additional assistance for your child, please click the second link below and complete a Request for Assistance (RFA) for your child.

• MTSS Webpage

• Neidig Parent Request for Assistance (RFA)

Do you have a student success story? Know an amazing teacher? Or a staff member who knocks it out of the ballpark? We want to hear from YOU! Share your #PantherPride story with us, and you could be featured in our next #PantherPride Post!

Share here!

Please CLICK HERE to access the Neidig Parent and Guardian Information Guide. This information guide contains essential details about the building schedule, arrival and dismissal procedures, attendance procedures, and much more. Thank you for reviewing this information.

Here is a link to QCSD’s Attendance Procedures. All absences are required to be reported, and QCSD uses SafeArrival as our absence management system. If you have not set up an account yet, please do so at https://go.schoolmessenger.com. Parents can report their child’s absence 24 hours/7 days a week and future absences can be reported at any time.

• If you need to update your bus transportation to or from a Day Care Location, complete this form.

• If you want your student assigned as a Car Rider for afternoon dismissal permanently during the ‘25-’26 school year, you must complete this form. This form is only for afternoon dismissal at Neidig, and must be completed each school year. You may drop your student off in the morning without notifying us. Completing this form does not remove bus access for your student.

• If you do not plan to use the bus at all (morning or afternoon for the entirety of the school year) and wish to opt out of all bus transportation entirely, please contact brenninger@qcsd.org. You must still complete the Car Rider Form above.

Kindergarten Parents: An adult is required to meet all Kindergarten students at the bus stop. If an adult other than Parent/Guardian will be receiving your student, or if they will be allowed to exit the bus with siblings, you must complete this form and submit it to brenninger@qcsd.org.
Kindergarten Release Form / En Espanol

It is important for all families to have a clear plan in the event of an early dismissal due to weather or emergency conditions. An Emergency Dismissal Backup Plan must be completed by all families. Complete your student’s emergency dismissal information here o en español aquí.