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Season's Greetings Irwin Family and Friends,
As we enter the holiday season, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude for your continued support and partnership throughout the year. December is a time of celebration, and we have many exciting events planned for our students over the next few weeks to bring joy and warmth to our school community.
During this busy time, we kindly ask for your help in keeping our students focused on learning. While the holidays are a time of excitement, it is also important that we maintain our commitment to education and help students stay engaged as we finish the year strong.
As the weather continues to grow colder, please remember to send students to school with warm clothing, including coats, hats, gloves, and scarves. We want to ensure that every child stays comfortable and safe as they enjoy outdoor activities.
We also want to share that we are collecting new hat mittens/gloves for our "Giving Tree" which will be shared with our students who may be in need. If you are able to contribute, your generosity will help bring warmth and comfort to those in our school community.
We wish you and your family a peaceful, joyful, and safe holiday season. We look forward to continuing to work together in SY 2025 to support the success and well-being of every student.
Respectfully,
Ms. A. Johnson and Ms. C. Cook
Gentle Reminders:
- 100% ID CHECK: Please remember to show ID. We have a 100% check when picking up students.
- Please do not drop students off prior to 8:00 a.m. (There is no adult supervision prior to this time other than for breakfast).
- Student transportation changes must be done in writing prior to 2:00 p.m. (M, T, Th, F) and by 1:00 p.m. on Wednesdays.
We encourage you to join the Irwin PTO.
Learn more about the organization and the events they manage!
Visit their Facebook page
Email them at irwinintermediatepto@gmail.com
Ms. Angelique Johnson
91 Rhine Road Bldg B-6138
Fort Liberty, NC 28307-0089
United States
Ms. McAllister
School Nurse
Happy December! As we get ready for the holiday season and winter break, I want to share some important tips to help you stay healthy and happy.
1. Stay Warm
It's getting colder outside, so make sure to dress warmly. Wear a hat, gloves, and a scarf to keep yourself cozy. Layering your clothes is a great way to stay warm when you're playing outside.
2. Wash Your Hands
With the cold weather, it's important to wash your hands often to avoid getting sick. Use soap and water and wash for at least 20 seconds. Remember to wash your hands before eating and after coughing or sneezing.
3. Eat Healthy Snacks
During the holidays, there are lots of yummy treats, but it's important to eat healthy foods too. Enjoy fruits, vegetables, and whole grains to keep your body strong and healthy.
4. Stay Active
Even though it's cold, try to stay active. You can play outside, go for a walk, or even have a dance party indoors. Staying active helps keep you healthy and happy.
5. Get Enough Sleep
With all the excitement of the holidays, don't forget to get enough sleep. Kids your age need about 9-11 hours of sleep each night. A good night's sleep helps you feel rested and ready for fun activities.
6. Stay Hydrated
Drink plenty of water, even in the winter. Water helps keep your body healthy and your mind sharp. If you don't feel like drinking cold water, try warm herbal teas.
7. Cover Your Coughs and Sneezes
If you need to cough or sneeze, do it into your elbow or a tissue. This helps prevent the spread of germs. Always remember to wash your hands afterward!
8. Talk About Your Feelings
The holidays can be a fun but sometimes stressful time. If you ever feel sad, worried, or just need someone to talk to, reach out to a trusted adult like your parents, teachers, or me, your school nurse. We're here to help you feel better.
Enjoy the holiday season and have a wonderful winter break! Remember, taking care of your health is important so you can have fun and enjoy all the festivities. If you ever have any questions or don't feel well, come see me in the nurse's office. I'm here to help!
Stay healthy and happy!
Nurse McAllister
Jessica.McAllister@dodea.edu
OR call 910-861-7131
Ms. DaSilva and Mr. Manuel
School Counselors
"Season's Greetings". We are well into the second quarter and quickly approaching the end of the 1st Semester. The Holidays are here! Although this time usually brings about excitement for students, teachers, and retailers, we have to keep education and academics as a priority.
Here are a few things you can do to ensure your students have a strong finish to their 1st Semester: 1) Ensure they are at school and on time daily. Chronic attendance and absences increase the difficulty of the best teacher's ability to properly educate students (National Center for Education Statistics, 2009). 2) Maintain and keep a regular bedtime routine. 3) Talk to your children about school.
For some, the holidays add additional stress to their lives which manifests as moodiness, irritability, and feelings of being overwhelmed. We must take care of ourselves and be more conscious of what we take on over the next few weeks. As we gaze upon the future and the excitement of a new year, remember to focus on yourself. Sit still, close mental windows that consume your bandwidth, and enjoy what the day brings you!
Ms. Allen
Information Specialist
All DoDEA libraries are transitioning to a new cataloging system in December. Destiny Discover will be going away and will be replaced with MackinVision. Irwin's library is ready for the change!
Beginning Thursday, December 12th students will not be able to check out any more books. On January 6th they may resume checking out books.
With this pause in library book circulation, we have been reviewing the amazing eBook library we have access to on MackinVia. Please remind your child that MackinVia is open 24/7! There are over 13,000 eBooks and audio books available for free.
MackinVia can be accessed using Classlink. See the Digital Details in this newsletter for how to access Classlink!
Julie Allen
Information Specialist
Ms. Eaton
Educational Technologist
ClassLink is single sign-on platform that allows students and staff members to access digital resources. For DoDEA issued Chromebooks, ClassLink auto-loads for students. However, ClassLink can be accessed from any device. You can find the link on every DoDEA website. For DoDEA users, the URL is https://launchpad.classlink.com/dodea.
Students must know their DoDEA Google account information to sign-in. Contact your child's teacher if you need this information. All programs housed in ClassLink are on the approved list for DoDEA users.
While many programs are directly related to curriculum and standards, many others applications are supplemental resources. Students may work on their keyboarding skills by exploring EduTyping; they may practice coding skils in Scratch or Code.org; they may explore creativity tools using Adobe Express or Wixie; they may research topics of interest in Discovery Education or the Information Center databases.
The DoDEA Student Responsible Use Agreement expects that students will use DoDEA-issued digital resources responsibly and only for school purposes. Parents and/or guardians must still assume responsibility for monitoring their student's activity while using their school-issued device. Students are responsible for the appropriate use of all digital resources.
We hope you'll tune in and consider subscribing or giving a thumbs up to our student broadcasters!
https://www.youtube.com/@MustangsBroadcastingNetwork
Each day a different group of students' Pledge of Allegiance video is featured. The only way to know which, is to watch. All students, with approved Media Release, are invited to participate in Pledge of Allegiance recordings and to sign-up to be a featured special guest each day. Parents can update Media Release permissions by visiting the front office.
DoDEA Chromebooks are assigned property provided to students in 3rd grade and above. If the device itself is lost or damaged, please report that to the school immediately. If replacement accessories are necessary due to loss or damage to the stylus, charger, or sleeve, please visit https://irwinis.dodea.edu/chromebook-collection for links to DoDEA approved after market products.
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| School Hours | Regular Hours | Wednesday Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Office Hours | 7:30 am - 4:00 pm | 7:30 am - 4:00 pm |
| Teachers | 7:30 am - 3:30 pm | 7:30 am - 3:30 pm |
| Students | 8:20 am - 2:55 pm | 8:20 am - 2:10 pm |
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| Cafeteria Hours | Start | End |
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| Breakfast | 7:45 am | 8:15 am |
| Lunch | 10:30 am | 12:35 pm |
