A Message from our New Principal I am a life-long public educator with 28 years of experience. For the last seven years I have taught and coached at the building and district level. I have been immersed in leading through student learning and instruction, as well as in developing curriculum through my work with teachers, staff,
Parent Resources “What’s in your Parenting Toolbox?”, sponsored by Learning Link, will appear each Thursday for 12 weeks on the Life page of The Star newspaper.
April, 2011
students, parents and coaches, both at the district and building level.
Serendipity is the word that I would use to describe what’s happening in my I am anxious to meet every- life. It seems that I am already connected to you in one. The four walls at McKenney-Harrison provide many ways. New friends will be mixed with old fathe structure and are full of stories already told and just miliar faces! I look forward to meeting everyone! waiting for listening ears. Mrs. Julia Tipton
KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION Parents who have a child who will be 5 years old on or before August 1, 2011 should register for Kindergarten now. Parents can access forms online at our website at www.dekalb.k12.in.us then click on the “Parents” tab or by registering at our office.
BOOK RENTAL FEES NOW PAST DUE
Please make every effort to pay textbook rental fees. Partial payments will also be accepted. Book rental can be paid in the school office. Fees are as follows: Kindergarten
$61.62
1st Grade
$82.37
2nd Grade
$89.00
3rd Grade
$101.69
4th Grade
$101.89
5th Grade
$106.52
As a result of the recent school cancellations, the last student day (as of this date) is Monday, June 6th.
Safety First! Please remind your children that there are no crossing guards near the school. We ask parents and all visitors to please drive slowly to help protect our students. McKenney-Harrison Office Hours
Regular office hours: Monday through Friday 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM