Fall Break

 

Dear Thomas Jefferson Families and Friends,

I often take time at this time of year to reflect on the past year's challenges and successes; this always leads me to a place of humility and gratitude.  I spend many an evening reflecting and writing in my journal celebrating the many things I am thankful for. 

My list of what I am thankful for is endless and includes many things here at Thomas Jefferson. I have been humbled beyond belief this fall, after the last year and a half I count being a part of TJ as one of my greatest blessings.

I am thankful for:

• Children who love learning and life and are willing to share smiles and laughter, hugs, fist bumps, and high fives.
• Children who persevere when faced with adversity and embrace a challenge with an open heart and open mind.
• The strong sense of family and unity in our school community.
• Supportive families, who have partnered with our staff to help all children learn and grow in all areas of their lives.
• The values and traditions that continue to be a part of this school community.
• Thomas Jefferson teachers and staff whose love and concern for our students goes well beyond what can be measured in a test and reported in a school report card.
• A community of learners and leaders who are all RISING to success.
• The true joy that comes from being the Principal of Thomas Jefferson Elementary School.

Happy Thanksgiving everyone! May you also be able to experience the joys of this well deserved break.

Sincerely,
Kirsten Acke

School Site Council 

The School Site Council will be meeting on Monday, November 29, 2021, at 4:00 pm via Zoom.  If you are interested in attending please email Kristy Fritz (kfritz@rcsdk8.org) for the link.  The agenda can be found below.

SSC 11-29-21 Agenda

Our school will be closed the week of Nov. 22-26 for Fall Break. Enjoy your time off with your family. We will see you back at school on Nov. 29th. 

Join us for a free, family-friendly event! This is a socially distanced holiday drive-thru event. Stay inside your warm car and listen to holiday music while you drive through Candy Cane Lane. Santa's helpers will be at each stop with treats, craft kits, and more. As the drive culminates Santa will be there to collect your letters and say hello! Flyers and Dear Santa paper will be sent home in the Friday folders. 

Volunteer and holiday décor loaner signup (Volunteers must be category 1 and Covid cleared!  Check out signup for details):

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084FABA829A5FF2-candy1

AND...Family car drive through time slot signup here: 

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084FABA829A5FF2-candy

ZBest Fundraiser Information

    ZBest Coupon Book Fundraiser

Dear Parent/Guardians & Community Members:

We are excited to offer the ZBest Dining & Entertainment coupon book for our Fall fundraiser. Your participation in this fundraiser will help support upcoming campus improvement projects. Each book has hundreds of dollars of savings from local restaurants, entertainment, and services.

The perfect Holiday gift for only $25.00!

Please scan the QR Code below to view the ZBest Dining & Entertainment book coupons and purchase a book online for you and your friends.

Share this link www.zbestdining.com with your Family, Friends, Neighbors & Co-Workers and give them the gift that gives back! 

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact: hi@thomasjeffersonptc.com

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!

Flyer: Z Best Books

Dear RCSD Parents/Guardians, 

We now have more reasons to join our RCSD family!

NEW SUBSTITUTE TEACHER RATES: 

• $150 full day rate Monday - Thursdays
• $200 full day rate on Fridays

Please consider joining our wonderful staff and community in supporting the growth and education of our students.

*** For more information and to apply go to:  https://www.edjoin.org/RCSDK8 or use the links provided for each position.

(Please check Edjoin regularly as new postings will be added as positions become available.)