February 17, 2012
Dear Imagine Parents,
It was a great week to be a Thunderbird! All the students are working hard and we are seeing a ton of academic progress. Our awards assembly on Tuesday was a great way to celebrate our students’ efforts and share congratulations in front of their peers and family members who joined the assembly. Thanks again for those parents and grandparents who attended!
Quick update on the final collections for The Pennies for Pasta Fundraiser for Cancer: As a school we raised over $2,300 for the organization! Thanks so much for all the students and families who supported this cause and showed their love for Jasmine Goldstein. Mrs. Zuppinger’s class has won the Pasta Feast sponsored by Olive Garden for raising the most money as a class. Mrs. Whightsel and Mrs. Patterson’s classes tied for second. Class totals follow the end of this newsletter.
This Saturday is the regional Odyssey of the Mind Competition. Our students in OM grades 1-8 will be competing against the best of the best in the region in spontaneous prompts that require strategic and creative problem solving activities and they will also be showcasing the long term projects they worked on all year. We want to wish all our kids the best of luck in this rigorous competition and let them know how proud we are of their efforts!
Beginning Tuesday, please help us win a technology grant worth $50,000! We have entered a student’s drawing into a contest about what they want to be when they grow up and why. We are able to vote once per day, every day. Please share the link via email and Facebook every day so we can garner enough votes to win this amazing contest! Look for the link on our web-site and in your child's agenda on Tuesday.
Open enrollment for Manatee County has begun! Your child’s recommitment form is in your child’s Friday Folder. Make sure you return it immediately and add any siblings who will be joining us as well! We will collect these forms for a week and then open available seats to new students enrolling for next year. Please make sure to return the forms as soon as possible so that we can reserve a seat for your child. Tell all your friends and neighbors that now is the time to register for next school year in order to be guaranteed a place for next year. Included in your Friday Folder with the recommitment forms is a “tell a friend” card. Please pass along your card to a parent who may want to visit our campus and join the Thunderbirds next year. We have already received a number of new enrollments at many different grade levels so we don’t you’re your friends or families to miss out! Enrollment forms are currently being accepted for the VPK program though 8th grade and can be completed in person or online. Enrollment for preschool ages 2 and 3 is ongoing.
I-9 Sports will be offering an expanded afterschool program two days per week for students grades K-4. Please click on the link that follows to view information and to register. I-9 will provide homework help time and sports activities. http://www.i9sports.com/ProgramRegistration.aspx?franchise=83&area=lakewood-ranch-bradenton-parrish&program=11742&areaofplay=3376
Tuesday February 21st at 5pm is a parent information session for all parents of our 5th grade students moving into Middle School. We will answer all your questions about the changes in the Middle School program, changes in expectations and how you can be an integral part of your child’s ongoing success. Please meet in the media center at 5pm and join us for some snacks and an informal question and answer session.
February 25th will be Kindergarten Round Up on campus from 10am- 12 noon. We want to meet your friends and family! Please tell a friend about us so they can take a tour, meet the staff, and get more information about what makes our school special. Please also help us and let us know if you have a business or avenue to communicate this event. We have Kinder Round Up informational flyers available to showcase. If you have someplace to share them, please stop by and ask Ms. Nancy for a bundle J
We are so thankful for our Business Sponsors. Their recent donations to the school and soccer team will go long way in growing our programs and competitive spirit. Thanks so much to Savage Yachts and Iberia Bank for your support! Soccer Season is in full swing! Check the website for game dates and locations. Come on out to show your Thunderbird spirit!
The Dolphin Tale assembly has been rescheduled for March 20th, from 9-11 am. I apologize for any inconvenience…Please make sure you mark your calendars and join us in March!
Yearbooks are now on sale! Buy them before March 9 and they are $20. If you wait, the price will go up to $25. You can also purchase space at the back of the book for a personal message or business ad. If you have any questions regarding advertising or submitting a special message your child, please email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Order forms went home in your child’s Friday Folder- get one before it’s too late!
Coming March 24th....IMAGINE NORTH MANATEE SPRING FLING!
Get ready for a day of games, vendors, food and fun for the entire family.
Mark your calendars for this event: Saturday, March 24th, 10AM - 2PM at the school.
Much more info to come so stay tuned and be ready to bring Spring in with a bang!!!
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Have wonderful weekend!
Best Regards,
Jennifer Lucas
Principal
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