Andrew Community School District

Andrew Families, We have LEAP signup forms in the office if have not received one yet and would like to sign your child up. You will notice there is also our Behavior System for you to go over with your child and sign to acknowledge you both understand the LEAP behavior policy. You can also print them off here if you prefer as well. Please turn the forms in to Jackie Delaney, our LEAP Coordinator.

Andrew Families, The Back to School signs are up and ready for your 2023-2024 first-day-of-school pictures. Make sure to get your pictures in the morning because we will take down the signs in the late morning. We will put them back up Sunday evening for the preschool student's 1st day on Monday. Happy 1st Day of School!!

Andrew Families & Community Members, This afternoon we discovered a gas leak on the exterior of the building on the south side of the school. We immediately called Black Hills Energy. They responded quickly and were able to diagnose the problem. They shut off the gas to the building for tomorrow so they can get the needed parts to fix the problem. This will only affect the stove (which we do not need tomorrow) and the hot water heater. We will have school as scheduled. Remember tomorrow is a 1:30 dismissal. If you have any questions please feel free to call the school at 563.672.3221 or email Mr. Kirchhoff at brandon.kirchhoff@andrew.k12.ia.us.

Andrew Families, Due to the extra time it will take for the middle/high school shuttles to return to Andrew this year, the afternoon buses will be about 10-15 minutes later than last year. We wanted to give you a heads-up so you weren't worried about where your children were at. If you have any questions please contact Jason James at 563.672.3221 or email him at jason.james@andrew.k12.ia.us.

Andrew Families, We just wanted to remind you that school starts tomorrow, Aug. 23, 2023. Tomorrow (Aug. 23) and Thursday, Aug. 24 will both be 1:30 early outs and we do not have LEAP before or after school. See you all tomorrow!!

Families, Remember we are having our Andrew Night at the drive-in tonight!! The gate opens at 6:30. Come to see staff, families, and friends and enjoy a movie to cap off the night!! See you at the movies, Andrew Staff

18th Annual Cards For Kids

Today, LEAP learned about fiber and made bowls with Jenna Stevens. We then made homemade pop tarts. Yummy!

Andrew Families, Due to the construction at the school, we are going to cancel our Unpack the Backpack night for tomorrow night. As much as we wanted everything to be done by now, the delays in the delivery of some HVAC equipment have caused some setbacks. We are fortunate that we have the classroom A/C units and the workers believe they will get those up and running before the start of school. That is great news because if you have been paying attention to the weather, experts anticipate the first day to be somewhere between 93-103 degrees. We will still have our event at the Drive-in tomorrow evening and we hope to see you all there. You can enter the drive-in at 6:30. We encourage families to come as soon as you are able so you can interact with families and staff before the movie. We will have yard games set up for all to play, as well as, the other activities out at the drive-in to do. Unfortunately, the train is broken right now, but there are other fun things to do. As you enter, please stop at the gate to get your coupon for a free large tub of popcorn for your family (from the Parent Lighthouse Team). Please come out and join us for fun and a movie!! Andrew Parent Lighthouse and Andrew Staff

Today LEAP spent some time at Little Bear Park and made smiles for snacks. Had a little fun rolling around.

We still have room for a few more golf teams. Please look at the information below and call one of the Parent Lighthouse Members to get signed up. ANNUAL ANDREW SCHOOL GOLF OUTING When: Saturday, September 30, 2023 Where: Preston Valley Golf Course (Preston, IA) $200/team - this covers golf, cart, golf, meal from Boar's Nest, and support for Andrew School. FOR MORE INFO OR TO SIGN UP CONTACT: Jeff Nelson (563) 880.1570; Brittney McCormick (563) 212.1360; Andrew School (563) 672-3221

LEAP'S Late Leadership Academy got off to a fun start. Some play time and we made rainbow/tie dyed waffles.

Reminder. If your student is signed up for LEAP's Late Summer Leadership Academy, it will be next week, August 14th through August 18th. 8:00am - 12:00(noon).

Friendly Reminder: Tomorrow, Tuesday, August 8, 2023, is registration day for the 23-24 school year. We will be here from 9:00 - 6:00 if you would like to stop in and register or you are welcome to register from the convenience of your home at any time. We do ask that you try and register by the end of the day tomorrow so teachers and staff can prepare and get classrooms set for their students. The link to register is https://theandrewschool.onlinejmc.com/Parent/Login.aspx?ReturnUrl=%2fParent%2f

Yesterday, Summer LEAP went to the Niabi Zoo. We had an amazing day seeing wonderful animals and learning all about them.

Yesterday, Summer LEAP went to the Niabi Zoo. We had an amazing day seeing wonderful animals and learning all about them.

Another reminder that tomorrow, August 3rd is LEAP'S Niabi Zoo trip. If your student is signed up, please bring them to school at 8:45. The bus will leave around 9:00. Lunch will be provided. Uncrustable, chips, fruit snacks and water. Your student may bring their own lunch if they want. Student will be back to school and ready for pick-up at 2:30.

Parents and Community Members, Andrew School will be closed on August 3rd due to a power switchover with Alliant Energy. Little Leaders Daycare will still be open but will have a different number to reach them for the day. That number is 563.777.0279.

This is a reminder for students who are signed up for LEAP'S Thursday, August 3rd Niabi Zoo trip. Please be at school at 8:45am. The bus is leaving at 9:00. Lunch will be provided. Uncrustable, chips, fruit snack and water. Students may bring their own lunch if they want.

Andrew Families, For the 2023-2024 school year, Wednesday LEAP will go from 1:30-3:30. We are needing to make this change because at this time we are not able to locate staff to work the entire 4-hour afternoon. We wanted to get this message out to you as soon as possible so you were able to make the necessary plans/arrangements for your children next school year. Thanks for your understanding, Jacki Delaney Andrew LEAP