North Star News
February 20, 2026
Upcoming Activities and Events
Late Start Wednesday - Feb 25th & Mar 4th
Professional Development Day - Mar 18th - No School
Spring Break - No School - Mar 30th - Apr 10th
Grandparents and Games Night - Apr 30th - See flyer below
Principal Point
Dear North Elementary Families,
It has been a great couple of weeks at North Elementary! Our 2nd grade students recently took a field trip to the Noblesville Boom basketball game. They had the opportunity to watch an exciting game and experience the energy of live basketball. It was a fun outing filled with school spirit and lots of smiles!
Our 5th grade students also had the opportunity to visit Noblesville High School to attend a Performing Arts Showcase. They enjoyed performances by the Jazz Combo, Orchestra, Choir, and Band. It was a great experience for our students to see the talented musicians and performers.
This past week, we also celebrated Kindness Week. Students participated in fun spirit days and took part in a kindness poster contest. It was wonderful to see so many creative posters and to watch our students intentionally spread kindness throughout our school community.
Have a great weekend!
Angie Gingerich
Principal
Recess Reminder
Although we’ve all enjoyed a few warmer days recently, temperatures are expected to cool down again in the coming weeks. Please continue to send your child to school with a coat, hat, and gloves so they can stay warm and comfortable during outdoor recess.
Thank you for helping us keep everyone safe and prepared for the changing weather!
IRead & ILearn Testing Dates
Dear Families,
We have IRead and ILearn testing dates scheduled in the coming weeks. Please make sure your child comes to school prepared during this time—arriving on time, having eaten breakfast, and ready to do their best.
We kindly ask that you schedule any appointments outside of our testing window whenever possible. Consistent attendance and punctuality are very important to help students perform at their highest level.
Thank you for your support and partnership!
3rd grade IRead Testing March 2 - 4
2nd Grade IRead Testing March 4 - 6
ILearn Checkpoint 3 for 3rd/4th/5th grade March 17 & March 19
Miller-Palooza
The Noblesville Schools Education Foundation's largest fundraiser is right around the corner! Tickets are now available for NSEF’s Miller-Palooza which will take place on 3/13/2026. Enjoy dinner and beverages, entertainment, music, auction, games and more - to support all ten Noblesville Schools. Buy your tickets today! onecau.se/miller-palooza
Don't forget to order your yearbook!
It's time to order your child's 2025-26 Yearbook!
Follow the link below to place your order online.
Yearbook ID Code: 15487626
ORDER DEADLINE: March 20 (late orders cannot be guaranteed a yearbook)
Nurse News
February is American heart month - We all have the power to protect ourselves against heart disease. Small heart-healthy actions can have an incredible impact in protecting our hearts. Here are some heart healthy tips to do your part and care for your heart for our students and parents:
Keep moving-Exercise as a family
Be positive-Promote a positive sense of self-esteem
Check salt intake-Avoid processed foods and keep the salt shaker off the table
Go to the grocery store together-Learn about reading labels and making better food choices
Limit screen time-A lot of screen time can lead to a sedentary lifestyle
Schedule yearly check ups-Before sports seasons to check heart health and if your child is at risk for anything
Have healthy options on hand-Kids are more likely to grab a healthy snack when they are in front of them
Stay involved-Be an advocate for your child
New Student Mental Health Care Resource
We are pleased to announce that effective July 1, 2026 Aspire Indiana Health will be Noblesville Schools’ new school-based mental health partner. Every Noblesville school is staffed with school counselors and social workers, and those services will remain in place. Aspire staff will supplement, not replace, the strong mental health supports already available in our schools. This change follows Community Health Network’s recent announcement that it will no longer be providing in-school mental health care across the state. Impacted families and staff have received additional details. If you have any questions about school-based mental health resources for students, please contact your school counselor or social worker.
Counselor @ shantel_garrett@nobl.k12.in.us
Social Worker @ erin_stephens@nobl.k12.in.us
Pick-Up Procedures for the Car Rider Line
Please have your car rider sign displayed in your vehicle when picking up students. If a car rider sign is not visible, you will be asked to go to the office to pick up your student instead. With the extreme cold weather, we are working to keep the car rider line moving as quickly and smoothly as possible.
If you need a car rider sign, please let the front office know.
Thank you for your help and cooperation!
PTO News
PTO Upcoming Events
Stay Tuned!
PTO Meetings for 2025-2026 School Year
- April 20, 2026
- May 18, 2026
PTO Members
Stephanie Laskey - President
Heather Hauke - Vice President
Ashley Foster - Treasurer
Kimberly Sweet - Secretary
Community News
Girls Positivity Club
Register now for Girls Positivity Club Summer Camp!
Northview Noblesville
Northview Noblesville Campus will host FX: Family Experience on March 6th! See more information here.
NFL Youth Flag Football
NFL Youth Flag Football league partnered with the Colts will be hosted at Dillon Park. See registration and more information here.
Noblesville Learn to Swim
Noblesville Learn to Swim February & March Swim Lessons Registration is Open!
Noblesville Swim Club
Noblesville Swim Club New Member Evaluations for Spring/Summer Season will be 3/23 or 3/25. See more information here.
Noblesville Youth Baseball
Noblesville Youth Baseball Spring Rec Baseball Registration is open!
NFL Youth Flag Football
NFL Youth Flag Football league partnered with the Colts will be hosted at Dillon Park. See registration and more information here.
Noblesville Youth Assistance
Noblesville Youth Assistance Program is having two February Link Up Aspire Indiana events on February 11 and February 25.
Noblesville United Soccer Club
Noblesville United Soccer Club is a Community Soccer Program for kids 4 to 18 years of age. See available programs open for spring registration now!
Youth Basketball League
Registration for Boys and Girls Club of Noblesville K-8th youth basketball league is now open!
Visiting or Volunteering
Attendance Notice
Parents and Guardians,
We hope this message finds you well as we settle into the rhythm of the new school year! We want to share some important updates regarding school attendance that are in accordance with Indiana law.
In accordance with Indiana Code 20-33-2.5-1, we must inform you that school attendance is a legal requirement in Indiana. This year, there are new updates regarding K-12 attendance procedures. To ensure that all students receive the education they deserve, schools are legally required to hold an attendance conference with a parent or guardian once a student has five unexcused absences in a ten-week period. We will hold the conference within 10 instructional days for your student’s fifth unexcused absence
Please utilize the SDM app or call the front office to report your child's absence on the day of no later than 9am. 317-773-0482
We firmly believe that consistent attendance in all classes is vital to your child’s academic success, and we appreciate your partnership in ensuring this. We encourage you to discuss the importance of regular attendance with your child, reinforcing the value of being present and engaged in their education.
We appreciate your continued support and partnership. It is your involvement that makes our school community strong. We look forward to a wonderful year ahead!
Office Contacts
North Elementary
phone # 317-773-0482
fax # 317-776-6274
Angie Gingerich Principal angie_gingerich@nobl.k12.in.us
Jessica Aldrich Assistant Principal jessica_aldrich@nobl.k12.in.us
Kristen Scheib Secretary/Treasurer kristen_scheib@nobl.k12.in.us
Kirstie Fay Secretary/Registrar kirstie_fay@nobl.k12.in.us
Shantel Garrett Counselor shantel_garrett@nobl.k12.in.us
Erin Stephens Social Worker erin_decocq@nobl.k12.in.us
Alissa Davis Nurse alissa_davis@nobl.k12.in.us
North Elementary
440 N. 10th Street Noblesville, Indiana 46060
Phone: 317-773-0482 Fax: 317-776-6274
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