Dear Audubon Elementary School Families,

I hope this letter finds you well. As we wrap up the first month of the school year, I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude to each and every one of you for your incredible support and partnership. It has been a fantastic start to the school year, and we couldn't have done it without you.

Throughout September, our dedicated staff and students have been diligently teaching, learning, and practicing essential building and classroom routines and procedures. These foundational skills are crucial for creating a safe and conducive learning environment for our students, and your patience and cooperation have been invaluable during this time of adjustment.

I would also like to extend a warm thank you to all the families who joined us for our Pirate Family Literacy Night and our Family Barbecue. These events not only fostered a sense of community but also provided valuable opportunities for families to connect and engage with our school. Your presence and enthusiasm made these events truly special, and we look forward to hosting more family-friendly activities throughout the year.

As we move into October, I want to emphasize the importance of positive attendance for all our students. We know that consistent attendance is a key factor in academic and social growth. When students are present at school, they have the opportunity to learn, grow, and develop important skills that will benefit them in the long run. Please make every effort to ensure your child attends school regularly and arrives on time.

Lastly, mark your calendars for our exciting "Trunk or Treat" event at the end of the month. We invite all families to join us for a fun-filled evening of costumes, treats, and community bonding. Details will be shared soon, so keep an eye out for more information.

Once again, thank you for your continued support and dedication to the success of Audubon Elementary School. Together, we are creating a nurturing and enriching environment where our students can thrive.

If you ever have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out to our school office. Your input is important to us, and we are always here to assist you in any way we can.

Wishing you a wonderful October ahead!

Kristene Gillmer,

Principal at Audubon

The school day begins at 8:30 am (9:30 am on Monday).

Doors will open at 8:00 am (9:00 am on Mondays) for students to enjoy breakfast in the multi purpose room. Please do not drop your students off before 8:00 (9:00 am on Mondays) as we do not have the staff support available before this time.

Indoor Line Up On Rainy Days- Families-on indoor line up days students should be dropped off at the front doors. Parents do not need to enter the building and adults are not to be in hallways with their students. If you plan to have breakfast with your child before 8:25, or have a prior meeting scheduled in the building, please check in at the front office before entering the building.

Thank you!

BEFORE YOU LEAVE THE HOUSE:

·        Ensure that your K-2 students have their backpacks and take-home folder.

·        Ensure that your 3-5 students have their backpacks and signed planners.

·        Tell your student their “go home” plan. 

STUDENT MORNING ARRIVAL:

·        Students arriving by bus will be escorted into the building by staff.

·        Kindergarten and First Grade Students arriving by foot or car will line up in the front of the school at their classroom sign. 

·        Second through Fifth grade students arriving by foot or car will line up on the blacktop at their classroom sign. 

·        Students not eating breakfast should arrive no earlier than 8:20 (9:20 on Monday), as there is no supervision

If you plan to pick up your student(s) early, please plan to pick them up before 2:45 pm. Between 2:45-3:00p, the office cannot accommodate early release because this is a very busy time of day at Audubon.

We ask that you notify the office of any changes to your student's after school plans well in advance, or by noon the day of.

If you have an emergent need, please communicate with staff.

If you plan to volunteer or attend field trips this year, please be sure to complete registration online with volunteer services. Apply Here

Attendance-

Please notify the office by calling the attendance line if your student will be absent or tardy. 509-354-2199.

·        Tardy: Any student arriving after 8:30 AM is tardy. They need to come through the main entrance and go to the office to receive a tardy slip. 

·        Early Dismissal: To maintain an appropriate closure to the instructional day, early dismissal of students after 2:30 is strongly discouraged.

·        It is important that students arrive on time. Our teachers utilize every teachable moment from 8:30am-3:00 pm with students.

Meals

You can find our monthly breakfast/lunch meals Here



Audubon is excited to be a CEP school this year- every student will receive free breakfast and free lunch.

·        Breakfast is served from 8:00-8:30 in the MPR. (9:00-9:30 on Mondays)

·        Students who are late to school will receive a breakfast to eat in the classroom.

·        Enter the building for breakfast through the front door.

Do not arrive for breakfast before 8:00 AM (9:00 AM on Monday) as there is no supervision

STUDENT AFTERNOON DISMISSAL:

·        Bussing students will be escorted by staff to their busses.

·        All first grade students will dismiss on Belt.

·        Second through fifth grade students dismiss on the blacktop.

COLLABORATION:



·        On Collaboration Monday, school starts at 9:30AM.

·        Every Monday breakfast starts at 9:00AM.

·        Line-up supervision begins at 9:15AM.

Join our PTO Mailing List Here!

PTO Contact Information: PTOAudubon@gmail.com

Mailing Address: P.O. Box 10160, Spokane, WA 99209

Meetings are held in the Audubon library and via ZOOM-

Join Our PTO Zoom Meeting Here!

Meeting ID: 421 696 2842

Passcode: 466958

Join me in earning cash for our school by using the Box Tops app. It’s an easy way to make a difference. All you have to do is buy Box Tops participating products (like Cheerios!) and scan your grocery receipt. Box Tops are worth $.10 each and they add up fast! Twice a year, our school receives a check to help pay for whatever we need - equipment, supplies or experiences the kids love!

Use this referral code P5LG3WIB when you sign up and you’ll get 25 Bonus Box Tops when you scan your first receipt now through 05/31/2024, while supplies last! Download the Box Tops for Education app: Box Top App

Your friend, Anna, from the Audubon PTO 

Parent Volunteer Registration

2nd Grade will visit Hidden Acres Orchards on October 12th (Thursday) Please remember to return your permission slips and funds (7.00$) to your students teachers before this date.

We are the counseling team at Audubon! 

We are off to a great start here at Audubon! Your counseling team has begun class lessons on emotion recognition/regulation and conflict resolution. If you or your student have any concerns, don’t hesitate to reach out to us! October’s Purposeful People Character Trait is Responsibility and October is National Bully Prevention Month. 

• Aftan Lissy, 3-5 School Counselor
• Breanna Smith, Pre-k-2 School Counselor
• Cori Valley, Intervention Specialist



Don’t hesitate to reach out to our team with any concerns as the new school year begins. 

Family Assistance Survey can be found Here



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