News from the Nest 11/6/26
Posted Date: 11/06/26 (03:00 PM)
Note from the Principal's Desk
November is here, and we have so much to be thankful for at North Elementary! As we head into the holiday season, we want to encourage our students to continue working hard, making positive choices, and giving their best effort each day.
We know that the excitement of the upcoming holidays can sometimes make it difficult for students to stay focused. This is a great time for us to work together to reinforce the importance of following expectations, being respectful, and staying engaged in learning.
Our next PBIS celebration is our annual Turkey Bowl! Students must have fewer than two discipline referrals to participate. Please encourage your child to continue making positive choices so they can join in the fun!
Attendance Matters! Every school day counts, especially as we approach the holiday season. Consistent attendance helps students maintain routines, stay connected to their learning, and continue making academic progress. Thank you for helping us make every day count!
One School. One Family. One Redbird Nation.
Every Student. Every Day. Whatever It Takes.
— Lisa Harris, Principal
Upcoming Events
- November 11th - No School - Veterans' Day
- November 13th - Picture Retake Day
- November 13th - Progress Reports go home
- November 16th - PTG Meeting at 6:00 at North's Library
- November 18th - Early Dismissal. Students dismiss at 12:25pm
- November 19th - 2nd and 3rd grade Holiday concert at Hatheway Hall at LCCC. Doors open at 6:00.
- November 24th - PBIS Turkey Bowl
- November 25th - 27th - No School - Thanksgiving Holiday
2nd and 3rd Grade Holiday Concert
Thank You, Redbird Families!
WOW! Thanks to the incredible generosity and support of our Redbird families, we raised over $10,000 during our Walk-a-Thon! We cannot thank you enough!
Every dollar raised goes right back to our students to help create memorable experiences like field trips, PBIS celebrations, Field Day, family nights, and so much more! Your support helps us make learning fun and create special memories for our Little Redbirds.
And of course, reaching our $10,000 goal meant I had to keep my promise! It was definitely a messy but fun way to celebrate!
Thank you again for supporting North Elementary and helping us make amazing things happen for our students! We truly have the BEST families!
Celebrating our Redbirds!
⭐ Student of the Week
Starting next week, we will begin celebrating our Students of the Week! Each week, two students from each grade level will be recognized for demonstrating strong character, showing kindness to others, and giving their very best each day.Mrs. Droste - Reagan Owen
Mrs. Scheurer - Lucy Dreith
Mrs. Kuithe - Zabian Halliburton
Mrs. Sievers - Liam Laslie
Mrs. Camerer - Ellamena Brown
Mrs. Wells - Liam Kerkemeyer
Mrs. Boyd - Lily Demunbrum
Mr. Moore - Nehemiah Giles
💛 Yellow Bird Bucks
Our Redbirds are doing a great job earning Yellow Bird Bucks!Congratulations Mrs Gray and Miss Marshall's class for making the Yellow Birdbuck goal of 50 Birdbucks! They will earn popsicles!!
Congratulations to Mrs. Droste's class for earning 100 Yellow Birdbucks! They will get a special prize!
Keep showing those Redbird expectations—we can’t wait to celebrate more of our classes!
📚 Redbird Role Models
Our character focus for November is Service—this week we caught a few Redbirds showing what service looks like! Way to go!⭐Ashtyn Telford
Kingston Mitchell
Koribella Sheppard
Harmony Fields
Emerie Barnes
Lucas Apple
Zoe Anderson
🦃🎳 PBIS Celebration: Turkey Bowl!
Get ready to STRIKE up some fun! Our annual Turkey Bowl is back! Students will have a blast participating in our version of human bowling as we celebrate positive behavior and great choices! To join in the fun, students must have fewer than two discipline referrals during the eligibility period. Keep making those great choices, Redbirds, and get ready to roll! ❤️Culture of Belonging Scorecard
Our goal is for 80% or more of our students to report that:❤️ I feel safe at school.
🤝 I am treated kindly by my peers and staff.
⭐ I am recognized for the good things I do.
Student voice matters, and we want every Little Redbird to feel safe, valued, and like they belong at North!
Area |
On Track |
Current Week |
Q1 Average |
Q2 Average |
Q3 Average |
Q4 Average |
Feel Safe |
yes |
90% |
91%
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90% | ||
Treated Kindly |
yes |
89% | 90% |
89% | ||
Acknowledged |
yes |
87% |
88% |
87% |
Attendance
🏫 Every Day at School Matters!
At North Elementary, our goal is for 80% or more of our students to NOT be chronically absent. A student is considered chronically absent when they miss 10% or more of the school year, including both excused and unexcused absences.
Thank you, families, for making attendance a priority! Let's keep up the great work and continue building strong attendance habits. Every day counts!
Week |
% of Students Present Everyday This Week |
| Quarter 1 Average | 82% |
| Quarter 2 Average | 86% |
| October 26th - October 30th | 88% |
| November 2nd - November 6th | 84% |
November 9th - November 13th |
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| November 16th - November 20th | |
November 23rd - November 27th |
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November 30th - December 4th |
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| December 7th - December 11th | |
| December 14th - December 18th |
Academics and Striving for Proficiency
🎯 Tracking Academic Success
Week |
% of 4th and 5th Graders Passing All Classes |
| Quarter 1 Average | 89% |
| Quarter 2 Average | 87% |
| October 26th - October 30th | 92% |
| November 2nd - November 6th | 81% |
November 9th - November 13th |
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| November 16th - November 20th | |
November 23rd - November 27th |
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November 30th - December 4th |
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| December 7th - December 11th | |
| December 14th - December 18th |
Notes from the Nurse
❤️ Help Stock Our Care Closet! ❤️Our school nurse's Care Closet could use your help! We are collecting donations of essential items to help care for our Little Redbirds when they need a little extra support. Please click the link below to view our Amazon Wish List. Every donation, big or small, makes a difference!
Nurse Amazon Wish List Link
Notes from the Office
Show your Redbird pride and support our PTG! North and Lewis and Clark Elementary spirit wear makes a great holiday gift. The online store closes Wednesday, November 18. Scan the QR code on the flyer or click the link below the image to shop. Thanks for supporting our school!
LCN PTG Spiritwear Link
Parent Pick-up Reminders
A few quick reminders to help keep arrival and dismissal safe and running smoothly:
- 🚗 Please do not line up for parent pick-up before 1:30 PM, as students are still outside at recess.
- 🪪 Have your car tag visible when picking up your child.
- ➡️ All vehicles must turn RIGHT onto Stamper Lane when exiting our parking lot.
- 🚫 Please do not drop students off on Stamper Lane or Godfrey Road.
- 🚶 If you are walking your child to or from the building for drop-off or pick-up, please use the designated crosswalk on Stamper Lane for everyone’s safety.
- 📞 Contact the North office by 10:00 AM to report an absence or make any transportation changes.
Box Tops!
Communication Reminders
- Parent Square - All school communication is shared here. Please make sure you are connected.
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Phone Numbers -
- North Elementary - 618-463-2171
- Bus Garage - 618-466-5400
- Facebook - Lewis and Clark & North Elementary Parent Teacher Group
- My Ride K-12 App: Stay connected to bus transportation using your child’s 6 digit “Other ID” from Skyward Family Access.
❤️ Thank you for being an important part of our North family. Together, we are creating a place where every Little Redbird can learn, grow, and belong.
One School. One Family. One Redbird Nation.