Redhawk Tales

Please read the attached flier regarding our first Dine to Donate of the school year. For the first time, Dine to Donate will work with Clustertruck and for an entire week!

Mullins

Mundell

Murphy

Bradley

Williams

Johnson

Burdge TBA

McNealy

Opal TBA

Kang TBA

Oliveira

The Safe Social Media Presentation with US Attorney, Tiffany Preston, has been rescheduled for Thursday, September 16th at 6:00 pm. Click the link below to join the meeting.

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Please be sure to reference our district health screener and use daily before sending your child(ren) to school.

Please make sure your student charges their device every night. It is pertinent that devices are fully charged every morning so that they can be used all day at school.

Elementary Families,

Mr. Newlin and Mrs. Carter presented their annual bullying presentation to all elementary students! Students learned about the definition of bullying, the different types of bullying and how to stop bullying if it happens to them or others. Each grade level had a read aloud and accompanying activity. Students had a great time sharing how they would stop bullying in our school community! Student work created during this time will adorn our hallways within the next few weeks! If you’re in the building, make sure to check it out! If you would like to talk to your child about the book they read, please see the book list below by grade level:

• 2nd Grade: “One” by Kathryn Otoshi
• 3rd Grade: “The Invisible Boy” by Trudy Ludwig
• 4th Grade: “Say Something” by Peggy Moss
• 5th Grade: “Every Kindness” by Jacqueline Woodson

7th and 8th Grade Families,

The time has come to complete applications for the 21st Century Scholars Scholarship! This scholarship offers income-eligible students up to four years of paid tuition at an eligible Indiana college or university after they graduate from high school, dependent upon financial need. Information regarding income eligibility can be found here. All families are encouraged to apply as financial situations are subject to change due to the effects of COVID-19. Families can apply for the 21st Century Scholars Scholarship the beginning of their student’s 8th grade year until June 30 of their student’s 8th grade year. Families may complete the application by:

1. Visiting the following website: https://www.indyachieves.org/21cs
2. Texting the word “college” or “Universidad” to 404-58.
3. Complete the form and send it in with your student or email it to Mrs. Carter (ervinrd@myips.org) so that she may apply on your behalf. The English version of this form may be found here. The Spanish version may be found here.
4. Completing the application by phone with Mrs. Carter. Please feel free to email Mrs. Carter at ervinrd@myips.org in order to schedule a time to complete the application.

For more about this program, please visit https://learnmoreindiana.org/scholars/. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Mrs. Carter at ervinrd@myips.org or 317-226-4259.

8th Grade Families

Over the last week and a half, 8th grade students learned about career clusters and all of the employability skills (found here) that Indiana employers are requiring for future employees. Students also had the opportunity to explore the JA JobSpark student website (found here) and learn about the companies that will be represented at JA JobSpark as well as the careers each company has to offer. Ask your student about the career clusters they were placed in and how they can create a career plan to accomplish their goal!

Are you a new family at Sidener? Please join Mrs. Federer on a tour of our school and ask questions you may have about what we do at Sidener. Tour dates are listed below and will be from 10:00 am - 11:00 am and by appointment only. Tours restricted to five people. Please email Mrs. Federer at federerm@myips.org to reserve your date.

Picture day is this Wednesday, September 15th. Student may be out of dress code but must be school appropriate (i.e. no tank tops, shredded jeans, inappropriate logo).

Virtual PTA Meetings:

Wednesday, November 3, 2021 6:00:00 PM Click here to join the meeting

Wednesday, January 5, 2022 6:00:00 PM Click here to join the meeting

Wednesday, March 2, 2022 6:00:00 PM (TBD) Click here to join the meeting

Wednesday, May 4, 2022 6:00:00 PM Click here to join the meeting

PTA Website: https://www.sideneracademypta.org/home

As you are likely aware, many families are seeking refuge from turmoil overseas, including Afghanistan. If you are interested in helping refugee families, PTA President, Amanda Baker, is looking for volunteers who would like to help in organizing a drive and gathering donations/supplies. We will be providing items to the Exodus Refugee organization. For more information or a list of items needed, visit https://www.exodusrefugee.org/ . Please email amandakayprincess@aol.com.

Donations box will be located outside of Mrs. Federer's office.

Both MS & ES Robotics Club will take place on FRIDAYS, starting September 10th, from immediately after school until 6:00 pm. Students are asked to report to room 105 & 106.

It is a MUST that you check your email for updates, registration forms & fee information. Club dues are $75 & payable via Cheddar Up.

Please reach out to Parent Coordinator, Kelli Thomas, at purduekelli@gmail.com or 317.820.6060 if you have any questions.

Troop 929 is looking for 2nd - 5th graders to join us for fun, learning, and adventure. Please see the attached flyer for details.

If you would like something to be added to the newsletter, please send your submission in full, ready to copy and paste, by 9:00 am Friday morning. Submissions are to be sent to Mrs. Federer at federerm@myips.org.

IMPROV CLUB Q1

Mondays, Aug. 16-Oct. 4, 4:10 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. (No class on Labor Day, Oct. 6)

Open to 5-8th graders

Maximum number of students: 20

Cost: $10 per class, $70 session

(Scholarships and discounts available for those in financial need.)

Learn to think on your feet, build new worlds and sharpen your comedic skills. Gain confidence and be creative, while supporting your fellow teammates in this funny business.

For more information, contact: Shannon Samson, shannonsamson22@gmail.com or 317-999-7088

KARATE (year long)

Wednesdays starting August 11th-December 15th from 4:15 pm-5:00 pm

One payment of $170 or two payments of $90 ($289 for two siblings) Make checks payable to Phoenix Rising Karate. Paypal also accepted.

For questions please contact: Robert Bilek, Senior Instructor

317-228-1872
phoenixrisingkarate@gmail.com
www.phoenixrisingkarate.com

CHESS CLASS

August 26th-October 7th Thursdays BEFORE School at 8:15 am

Open to ALL

Cost: $73 for all sessions

Methods of payment accented:

• Checks payable to Learning Through Games 11504 Senie Lane Carmel, IN
• Drop off with Mrs. Drummer
• Paypal at adean@learningthroughgames.com
• Zelle at 3172246771

Please contact Aaron Dean at 317-224-6771 or adean@learningthroughgames.com with any questions.

GIRL SCOUTS

Who: Girls in 2nd - 5th grade

What: Fun with friends while learning about STEM, nature, and the outdoors

When: Thursdays @ Sidener from 4:15 - 5:30

Email troop00929@gmail.com for more info or to joiN

ELEMENTARY AND MIDDLE SCHOOL ROBOTICS

Both will take place on FRIDAYS, starting September 10th, from immediately after school until 6:00 pm. Students are asked to report to room 106.

If you have questions, please reach out to Parent Coordinator, Kelli Thomas, at purduekelli@gmail.com or 317.820.6060.

September 14th: New Family Tour

September 15th: Picture Day

September 21st: New Family Tour (full)

September 27th: New Family Tour (full)

September 22nd: NO SCHOOL PIT Day

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Monday: Improv Club 4:15-5:30 pm

Wednesday: Karate 4:15-5:00 pm

Thursday: Chess Club 8:15 am-9:00 am

Girl Scouts: 4:15 pm-5:30 pm

Friday: Robotics 4:15 pm-6:00 pm

Sidener Academy’s mission is to serve the unique academic, social, and emotional needs of high ability students from diverse social cultural, and economic backgrounds. Within our learning community, we are empowered to become lifelong learners and responsible citizens in a positive and supportive atmosphere. .

Email: federerm@myips.org
Website: https://myips.org/sidener/
Location: 2424 Kessler Boulevard East Drive, Indianapolis, IN, USA
Phone: (317)-226-4259