The Bobcat Bulletin

Thank you to all the families who donated candy for our local shelters. Because of your generosity, we collected 330.6 pounds of candy, which will make a real difference. We also appreciated seeing so many of you at our Parent Visitation Open House. We hope the visit gave you a meaningful look into your child’s day and the work they’re doing. Next week, our teachers look forward to meeting with families to talk about your child’s progress and how we can continue to support them throughout the year. Our first- and second-grade students enjoyed an amazing Thanksgiving Day Feast, a long-standing and beloved tradition here at Indian Lane. It was a wonderful way for them to come together and celebrate the season. We wrapped up the week with a Birthday Bash during the lunches, which brought lots of smiles!

As you may be aware, we regularly conduct safety drills to practice our response plans for various situations. Most frequently, we practice our evacuation drill each month to ensure that we are well-prepared to clear the building safely in the event of a fire or another unsafe situation. This coming week, we will be conducting a safety drill, which will focus on practicing the procedures for a lockdown. During this drill, we will simulate the steps we would take to secure the building in response to a potential safety threat.

To ensure that we are in compliance with legal requirements and that our procedures are effective, we will have local police on hand for this drill. They will be observing our process and providing feedback as part of our commitment to continuous improvement in our safety measures.

We understand that drills like these can be a source of stress or concern for some students. That is why I wanted to give you advance notice that our safety drill will take place this week. This way, you can have a conversation with your child about the drill, reassure them that it is a practice to help keep everyone safe, and address any questions or concerns they may have. We will reiterate the same message to our students in advance of the drill.

Please rest assured that the safety and well-being of our students are of utmost importance to us. These drills are an essential part of our preparedness efforts and ensure that we are ready to respond effectively in the unlikely event of an emergency.

If you have any questions or would like more information about the safety drill, please do not hesitate to reach out to me. I believe in open communication with our school community and are here to provide support and address any concerns you may have.

Thank you for your partnership in maintaining a safe and secure learning environment at Indian Lane Elementary.

-Michelle Britton

NOVEMBER

• 24 | Crazy Hair/Hat Day
• 24 | Orders Due for Gingerbread Houses & Sugar Cookies - ORDER HERE!
• 24 | November Birthday Bash 🎂
• 24 & 25 | Parent Teacher Conferences
• 26-28 | No School for Students
• 30 | Last day to complete Family Progress Report Survey

DECEMBER

• 2 | STEAM Club at Middletown Free Library, 4:15-5:15 p.m.
• 5 | Pajama Day Fundraiser supporting CHOP
• 5 | Bobcat Pride Breakfast, 8:00-8:30 a.m.
• 6 | Holiday Extravaganza, 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

The PTG is organizing a luncheon for teachers to enjoy on their lunch break during conferences on November 25. If you'd like to help additionally with this luncheon or a future teacher luncheon please contact Genna Hart - gennahart13@gmail.com. The link is below to help or to sign up.

Please click here to Sign Up!

1. Click this link or scan this QR code and fill out the Google form with the details of your donation
   
2. Choose your payment method (Venmo, PayPal, Cash, or Check payable to ILES PTG) and make your donation following the instructions provided below.
3. That's it! You're done!

Mrs. Hatton would like to send out a sincere THANK YOU to all the parents who supported the book fair this week. Whether your child purchased books on their own or you came in to shop and volunteer, please know that it is greatly appreciated. This year's Share the Fair fund collected approximately $500 in donations allowing us to help all of our students purchase books that they will enjoy reading.

Also, the Book Fair will be open during parent teacher conferences. Mrs. Hatton will put out some additional items for parents. There will be great holiday gifts and stocking stuffers. Please stop in to browse and get some of your holiday shopping done early while supporting the library and our students.

Lastly, the book fair is also available online until November 26th. All orders ship direct to home. Book-only orders over $35 ship FREE.

Indian Lane students are invited to join Mrs. Hatton and Mr. Jason at the Middletown Free Library for exciting STEAM stations! Students will explore hands‑on activities in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math, sparking creativity and problem‑solving skills. It’s a wonderful opportunity to learn, experiment, and have fun together outside of school.

Dear Families,

Our district is in the process of revamping our K–5 standards-based progress reports to ensure they clearly communicate student learning and reflect best practices in reporting student progress.

Your perspective is important to us. We invite you to take a short, 3 question survey to share your thoughts and experiences with our current progress reports. This survey will close on November 30th. Your feedback will help guide updates that make these reports more meaningful and user-friendly for families and students.

Please take a few minutes to complete the survey by clicking here.

The Holiday Extravaganza is Saturday, December 6th from 8:00 to 12:00. This festive event features gingerbread house and sugar cookie decorating, kids shopping, local artisans and crafters products, and lots of holiday fun with family and Bobcat friends.

Gingerbread houses and sugar cookies are available for purchase now. Orders and payment are due Monday, November 24th. ORDER HERE!

Don’t forget: Overpayments contributed through ‘Bobcats Lend a Paw’ help make sure all Indian Lane families can take part in the Holiday Extravaganza. All 'Bobcats Lend a Paw' recipients and donors are kept confidential. Contact Mrs. Hilden (jhilden@rtmsd.org) for more information.

With the fall and winter holidays upon us, I wanted to take a moment to reach out and let families know that there are some resources available for those who may need a little extra support during this time. We have a few programs that can help in various ways, so please contact me to learn more! You can reach me by email at jhilden@rtmsd.org or by phone at 610-627-7103.

There are several wonderful ways through Rose Tree Media to support Indian Lane families this season:

• Delaware County Food Bank Donations – A wonderful resource that provides a list of local donation sites for non-perishable food items.

• Circle of Giving – Originally created at the start of the pandemic, this organization continues to support RTMSD families with essentials such as food, paper products, and hygiene items. Donations go directly to Ms. Martinez (School Social Worker) and Ms. Dacanay (Home and School Visitor), who distribute them to families in need.

If you have any questions, please contact:
Ms. Dacanay – bdacanay@rtmsd.org

Ms. Martinez – cmartinez@rtmsd.org

Mr. Harrison has shared an important message highlighting the November Events and Holidays in RTMSD, which celebrate and honor the diverse cultures, traditions, and experiences that make our community so special.

In this month’s message, you can learn more about National Native American Heritage Month, All Saints Day, Veterans Day, and Thanksgiving, as well as how our district continues to honor DIGNITY by recognizing and learning from all members of our community.

You can read Mr. Harrison’s full message here:

👉 November Events & Holidays in RTMSD

As part of the Rose Tree Media School District’s strategic planning process, we are updating our mission and vision statements to reflect the values and aspirations of our community. Your voice is essential in this work.

We invite staff, parents, and guardians to complete a brief Google Form to share your perspectives on what makes our district unique, what experiences every student should have each day, and what qualities we hope to see in our graduates. Your input will directly inform the development of mission and vision statements that guide our work now and in the future.

Please take a few minutes to complete the Google Form here: RTMSD Mission & Vision

Thank you for partnering with us to shape the future of Rose Tree Media School District.

Every child at Indian Lane is a BOBCAT & we want to celebrate with each of you. Families are invited to sign up to attend ONE Bobcat Pride Breakfast during the 2025-2026 school year. Younger siblings are welcome to attend, but please only sign up for the IL student(s) on the sheet. Each student should take one spot on the sign up sheet. The Breakfast are held from 8:00 - 8:40 a.m. in the Indian Lane cafeteria.

1. Go to: https://indianlaneptg.membershiptoolkit.com/

2. Create your account. Select Create Account and fill in your name, email, and password.

3. Verify your email. Click verify my email and then check your inbox for the link.

   • The link expires in 2 hours. If you do not receive it, check your spam or junk folders.

4. Log back in. Once your email is verified, return to the site and complete your registration.

5. Enter your information. Fill in the Parent/Family and Student details.

6. Update your child’s information. Make sure you select the correct grade and homeroom teacher so you receive classroom party and volunteer communications.

   • If your child has a special education teacher, please do not select that teacher unless your child’s homeroom is physically in that classroom.

7. Set your preferences. Complete the Directory/Publish section to choose what information is visible to others.

8. Finish up. Once these steps are complete, you will have full access to the directory.

📌 Tip: Once the Primary Account is set up, you can invite another parent or guardian by email so they can create their own login while still being connected to your family account.

Apple users: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/membership-toolkit/id912169276?platform=iphone

A few quick links to keep handy:

• Our school website: Indian Lane
• If your student is sick please submit Absence Form
• For an educational trip: Pre-Planned Absence Request
• Breakfast and Lunch Menus - Nutrislice / to check your student's account: MySchoolBucks
• You may follow the bus routes and check for transportation updates at MyRide360

What: Poinsettia Sale supporting the Penncrest Athletic Boosters

When: All orders are due by Tuesday, December 2!

Cost: $15 per 6.5" pot poinsettia (6-9 blooms per pot)

Order Form: Click Here

Pick-up for the poinsettia orders will be:

Date: Wednesday, December 10

Time: 4pm-8pm - if another time for pick up is needed reach out to Erin Massey at massey.erin@gmail.com

Location: 104 Moore Drive, Media, PA 19063

Various plant colors will be available to choose from at time of pick-up.

Plant color variety available on a first come first serve basis.

**Proceeds will support the efforts of the Booster Volunteers to host programs such as the Athletic Festival and events for the community in addition to helping our Penncrest Student Athletes!

Grades 1st - 5th 8:50 am - 3:30 pm

AM Kindergarten 8:50 am - 11:25 am

PM Kindergarten 12:55 pm - 3:30 pm

Email: mbritton@rtmsd.org
Website: https://www.rtmsd.org/Domain/9
Location: 309 South Old Middletown Road, Media, PA, USA
Phone: 610-627-7100