Ingomar Inklings
Week of May 31-June 4, 2021
Summer Book Swap Donations Needed

Are you doing a little Spring cleaning and aren’t sure what to do with all those books your kids have outgrown or read so many times they know them by heart? Please consider donating them to the Ingomar Elementary Library for our annual Summer Book Swap. Donations will be collected and organized by reading levels so that students can select a free book before they start their summer vacation. We would love to send every student home with a “new” book to cherish!  Mrs. Smokovich will be collecting the donations through Friday, June 4. If you have any questions, please email Mrs. Smokovich at lsmokovich@northallegheny.org. Thank you for your support!
Last Call for the PTO Basket Raffle

Don't miss your chance to win one of the AMAZING baskets put together by our classroom coordinators along with the help of our IES families. Prizes will be delivered right to your doorstep! Please spread the word to your neighbors and local friends to help make this fundraiser a success! The raffle ends on Tuesday, June 1 at 11:59 p.m., so go get your tickets now before time runs out! Head over to the basket raffle website to check out the fantastic prize options. Good luck! Winners will be announced on June 2. 
Countdown to Lost & Found Donation

There are many special clothing items, water bottles and lunch bags in the IES lost and found that are just waiting for their owners to claim them! Please take a look at the photos and see if you recognize any of the items. We will be donating anything unclaimed on June 11. Thank you!
Virtual Music Performance

Welcome to the IES Virtual Music Performance! On this site, you will find each class showcased performing a song they worked on in music class this year! We hope you enjoy all of our students’ hard work!
Field Day

Since Field Day will be several days next week, we are asking students
to wear their Ingomar Elementary t-shirt on Wednesday, June 2. These shirts were given to students earlier in the school year. 
Memorial Day Celebration

Memorial Day commemorates the men and women who died while in the military service of their country. Thank you to all who sent information about family members who are currently serving or have served our country. The IES School Community thanks everyone who serves in our military.

Thank you to the 5th grade students, Mrs. Yatcko and Mr. Ward for creating the video. 
IES Virtual Art Show

Our IES family of artists have worked very hard this school year. If you have not seen the show, please see the link below to see their masterpieces. We hope you have a groovy time during their movie debut! Sit back, relax and enjoy the show!


I am so proud of each and every one of my artists! Thank you for a wonderful year, IES!

***Grades 3-5: Remaining artwork will be sent home the last week of school, June 7-11. Please try to send in a paper, plastic, or reusable bag for your student to carry their beautiful artwork home safely in. 
Counselor's Corner
District Updates
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Elementary Band/Orchestra Registration

Elementary students have the exciting opportunity to begin instruction on a band (rising 4th or 5th Grader) or orchestra (rising 3rd, 4th, or 5th Grader) instrument next school year. This is the first step of a student’s participation in one of Western Pennsylvania’s most award-winning music programs with a proud legacy of generations of students learning to make music.

You can find more information about Elementary Band & Orchestra as well as register your child for Band or Orchestra next school year at these links:


If your child will be a returning band/orchestra student, they DO NOT need to re-register for next school year.
COVID-19 Vaccine Opportunities for Ages 12+

If you are seeking a COVID-19 vaccine for your child, UPMC has appointments available for students ages 12+. Please call 833-653-0516 to schedule a vaccine appointment. You do not have to be insured by UPMC to take advantage of this opportunity.
Mental Health Awareness Month

More than one year into the pandemic, recognition, and practice of wellness is at the forefront for our students, families, staff, and community. As NA continues to meet the needs of our community, we are taking a careful look at mental health and wellness.

In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month this May, select staff members have volunteered to share their expertise, experiences, and tips for normalizing discussions around mental health. Be on the lookout for weekly updates throughout May and help us educate, support, and fight the stigma for all. To access materials for Week 5, “Taking Care of Me,” visit our Mental Health and Wellness website. Previous weekly materials continue to remain accessible to all.
Help Support Project Water

Project Water is a NASD student-run initiative that brings clean water and education to underdeveloped villages through fundraisers and service projects that impact communities across the street and around the globe. Support Project Water by participating in a Virtual 6K by June 6. To register or donate, visit https://www.mightycause.com/event/Na-Project-Water-6k.
Resources
Missed a Newsletter?

All building newsletters are archived weekly on the North Allegheny website. This designated webpage will be updated with links to the previous week’s newsletters at the beginning of each school week by 11:30 a.m. A link to the archive is accessible on the District’s homepage and on each building’s homepage.
Community Flyers
The North Allegheny School District often receives requests for the distribution of athletics and approved non-profit community organization digital flyers. All requests for community flyers to be included in this newsletter must be submitted via email only at flyers@northallegheny.org. Flyers will only be posted and removed from the District website on Friday. Visit our website for details on how to submit flyers.
Building Contacts
Main Office - 412-366-9665
Nurse's Office - 412-366-9665
Counseling Office - 412-366-9665