Return to Learn Updates: Transition to Traditional Model Dear Andrew School Community, Last week, the Andrew School Board approved the recommendation to return to our traditional model, effective November 16, 2020. The recommendation to the board was based on the following information: > Changes/New info acquired since the hybrid decision was initially made ... READ MORE >
Attention Potential Andrew-area Youth Basketball Parents & Coaches: The 2020 - 2021 basketball season is near, which means that it is time to start forming teams and getting practices scheduled. Our goal in the Andrew Community School District is to be able to support as many opportunities as possible for our students to be involved in extracurricular offerings.... READ MORE >
Parents and Guardians,We wanted to get this information out to you so the teachers that are doing online live sessions with students can get these videos on their Canvas pages. Like I stated in the attached document, this should enhance the learning experience for the students in these classes. This also gives a teacher the ability to do live instruction lessons... READ MORE >
Parents and Guardians,Andrew School is getting ready to administer the SAEBRS Universal Screener once again to help students with their social, emotional, and behavioral needs. If you wish for your student NOT to participate in this survey, please fill out the attached form by September 30th. You only need to fill out this form if you wish your child to not... READ MORE >
Please use the link to access the Andrew Community School District's Safety Protocols. Please know that protocols are subject to change as more health guidance comes from the State Agencies and local health departments. If you have any questions please feel free to contact Mr. Fee (chris.fee@andrew.k12.ia.us.) or Mr. Kirchhoff... READ MORE >
Parents, The link provided contains information relevant for for our families choosing to learn online at this time. Online Learning Parent Information DocumentIf you have any other questions that are not answered in this document or if you need clarification on anything, please feel free to reach out to Mr. Fee or Mr. Kirchhoff (chris.fee@andrew.k12.ia.us or... READ MORE >
Parents, We wanted to create a Frequently Asked Questions document in order to give you some information as the year gets ready to kick off this Monday. We hope by now you have all had a chance to register, but if you have not and need assistance, please call the office. The purpose of this document is to give you some information about the calendar,... READ MORE >
ANDREW COMMUNITY SCHOOL BOARD SPECIAL BOARD MEETING THURSDAY, AUGUST 20, 2020 @ 7:30 PM HOSTED ONLINE VIA ZOOM OPEN TO PUBLIC VIA LINK IN LIVE FEED ON WEBPAGE Call to OrderRoll CallPublic ForumPersonnelAction to Determine Plans for Before/After School LEAP ProgramAdjourn READ MORE >
Dear Andrew Families, At the August 10th School Board meeting the board approved starting our school year in the Hybrid Model. This means school will go from 8:00-12:30 with a transportation opportunity at 12:30 for our students who normally ride the bus. We will then be offering enrichment activities in the afternoon until 3:30 with transportation again being... READ MORE >
ANDREW COMMUNITY SCHOOL BOARD SPECIAL BOARD MEETING FRIDAY, JULY 31, 2020 @ 6:00 a.m. HOSTED ONLINE VIA LINK ON SCHOOL WEB PAGE CALL TO ORDERAPPROVE AGENDAPERSONNELADJOURNMENT READ MORE >
ANDREW COMMUNITY SCHOOL BOARD REGULAR BOARD MEETING MONDAY, JULY 20, 2020 ANDREW CSD 4:00 P.M. in LIBRARY CALL TO ORDERROLL CALLAPPROVE AGENDACORRESPONDENCEPUBLIC FORUMCONSENT AGENDA ITEMS PREVIOUS MINUTES - Exhibit 1FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - Exhibit 2WARRANTS FOR PAYMENT - Exhibit 3NEW HIRES/RESIGNATIONSSPECIAL EDUCATION CONTRACTSOPEN ENROLLMENTAPPROVE TEXTBOOK... READ MORE >
ANDREW COMMUNITY SCHOOL BOARD SPECIAL BOARD MEETING THURSDAY, JULY 2, 2020 @ 7:00 A.M. HELD ONLINE VIA ZOOM ZOOM LINK LOCATED IN LIVE OF SCHOOL WEBSITE www.andrew.k12.ia.us CALL TO ORDERAPPROVE AGENDAPERSONNELADJOURNMENT READ MORE >
Andrew Families and Community Members,We are excited to share an overview of our plans to return to school in the Fall. We know that a lot can change in the next couple of months. However, we wanted everyone to know what to expect for this upcoming school year based on the current conditions and guidance from the state of Iowa. Our team will continue to meet... READ MORE >
ANDREW COMMUNITY SCHOOL BOARD SPECIAL BOARD MEETING MONDAY, JUNE 29, 2020 @ 4:00 p.m. ANDREW SCHOOL LIBRARY CALL TO ORDERAPPROVE AGENDAAPPROVE PERSONNELAPPROVE RETURN TO LEARN PLANAPPROVE MODIFICATION TO STAFF DAYS ON SCHOOL CALENDARADMINISTRATIVE UPDATESADJOURNMENT READ MORE >
Parents, We need your assistance!! As many of you have heard, all school districts in Iowa are required to create a Return-to-Learn plan in the case of a potential future closure(s). In order to create a plan to best meet the needs of our students and families, we need to know a little about your past experience this spring. We'd like to know what areas... READ MORE >
Students, Parents, and Community Members, A tradition at Andrew is for the staff to come outside and wave to the school buses on the last day of school. This tradition is a way for everyone to have closure for the school year and kind of signal the start of summer to begin. This year, we are not able to continue with this tradition, so we are planning something... READ MORE >
Parents, Many of you are curious what the procedure is going to be for collecting your student's belongings as well as returning materials back to the school. Please carefully read through the following plan: We have recently allowed staff back into the school to gather and organize student's belongings and pack up their rooms for the summer. On May 26th... READ MORE >
Students and Parents,You asked and we listened!! Many of you have inquired about the possibility of an Online Talent Show, so we are creating this experience for you. What do you need to do?If you have a talent you would like to share, you simply record your talent and upload the video to Mr. Kirchhoff's Flipgrid page. Please submit your videos by May 26th. Once... READ MORE >
ANDREW COMMUNITY SCHOOL BOARD SPECIAL BOARD MEETING THURSDAY, MAY 14, 2020 @ 6:00 p.m. HOSTED ONLINE VIA LINK ON SCHOOL WEBPAGE CALL TO ORDERAPPROVE AGENDARECOMMENDATION TO APPROVE TENTATIVE AGREEMENT WITH ANDREW TEACHER’S ASSOCIATIONADJOURNMENT READ MORE >
Hello Andrew Community,I stumbled upon a cool idea that Mid-Prairie School District was doing to stay in touch with their community. Their high school principal was doing these informal zoom interviews (1:1) with staff members. In the meetings he asks them fund questions. He then records the interview and posts them to their social media sites. The idea looked... READ MORE >
Dear Andrew Community Families, We hope that everyone is making the most of this trying time and you are able to find some joy each day. We have been so thankful for all of the staff and community members who have made our lunch program successful in March and April. Since shutting down our meal program temporially, we re-evaluated our ability to continue to... READ MORE >
Parents and Guardians,We are going to start accepting Preschool Registration Papers starting tomorrow (4/13/2020) at 7:30 AM. However, due to COVID-19, we will not be accepting the papers in person. Instead, we ask you either call the school (563-672-3221) or email the secretary, Carla Till (carla.till@andrew.k12.ia.us). By doing this, both platforms will... READ MORE >
Hello Andrew School Families,This week we are transitioning into a new approach to teaching and learning as we launch our Voluntary Distance Learning Plan. This plan will include new lessons and learning opportunities designed and delivered online by all of your child's teachers. To help make this easy and accessible for parents we have been working behind the... READ MORE >
Dear Andrew Community Families, We hope that everyone is making the most of this trying time and you are able to find some joy each day. We have been so thankful for all of the staff and community members who have made our lunch program successful in the past two and a half weeks. Unfortunately, we knew the time would come that we would need to re-evaluate our... READ MORE >
Dear Andrew Families, By now, you should have received an email from our teachers that shares our plans as we move forward. All of the work that our teachers are doing to provide students with opportunities for enrichment learning is designed to help students continue their pursuit of knowledge. We hope that our efforts will also provide some direction as you... READ MORE >
Parents and guardians,Due to the extended school closure, one concern is the inability for students to have access to meals. The government has put a meal plan into place as a way for us to serve our community during this trying time. The meal plan will work similarly to our summer lunch program. Anyone who is 18 or under is eligible for a FREE MEAL. The... READ MORE >
Parents, guardians, and friends,The staff of Andrew School has compiled a list of online resources for you and your student to access while away from school. There is no ideal substitute from face-to-face interactive learning, but due to our current circumstances we want to provide you with the best resources to supplement these interactions. i-Ready is one of... READ MORE >
Coronavirus Update 3-12-20 Dear Andrew School Community: In light of the Iowa Board of Regents announcement that all state universities will move toward online course work following spring break, and with other state and local events canceling, we want to assure our families and communities that normal school operations will continue at this time. However, it... READ MORE >
Greetings All,We are writing this brief letter in regards to our preschool registration process. The first day we will accept registration papers is Tuesday, April 14th. To give yourself the best chance of getting your preferred time slot (morning session or afternoon session), it is best to turn your forms in before school begins on April 14th. We will start... READ MORE >
Greetings All,We wanted to get out the information about an upcoming event. Our Kindergarten Round-Up Date is set for Tuesday, March 24th. The event will be in the Kindergarten Room. The night consists of a meet and greet, talking about the health forms needed to start kindergarten, a question and answer time, and a little snack.Please view the attached document... READ MORE >
Dear Andrew School Parents & Guardians: We understand that the Novel Coronavirus, now known as COVID-19, is causing much anxiety in our community, state, and the world. The Andrew Community School District is working closely with our local and state public health departments to ensure the health and safety of our students and staff. In addition to this information... READ MORE >
We know that extra-curricular activities can extend learning beyond the school day. Children that get involved in extra-curriculars develop perseverance, social skills, and healthy habits, as well as many other positive life skills. The Andrew School District is proud to partner with our Maquoketa-Area YMCA to offer these types of opportunities to our students. If... READ MORE >
Choose a snowflake from our Giving Tree! Each snowflake lists an item teachers have requested to enhance their teaching. The Giving Tree can be found in the front entryway of the school. If you're interested, choose a snowflake item you’d like to purchase and return it to the office once you have the item (please attach your snowflake to the item). Many of the... READ MORE >
JOE'S MESSAGE Joe's message to everyone is, "our schools are experiencing an unprecedented shift. Student loneliness is at an all-time high, while self worth and belonging are at all-time lows. And the culprit is a lack of human connection. Our one simple mission is to reclaim human connection. Over the last 15+ years I’ve spoken in educational settings all over... READ MORE >
REMINDER: SUMMER SCHOOL REGISTRATION FORMS ARE DUE BY MAY 24TH!(Forms were sent home with students last week. To request a new form please call the office.) READ MORE >
On April 26th, 2019 we are excited to host our 2nd annual Arts @ Andrew event. This event features musicians from grades five through eight and artists from kindergarten through eighth grade! This casual event allows the audience move at their own pace perusing the silent auction artwork created by classes while traveling the halls listening to our student street... READ MORE >
Andrew Community School has the opportunity to help the University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital in association with the Children’s Miracle Network and Loras College Dance Marathon! Students are encouraged to participate in a fundraiser called “Coins for Kids.” Each student will receive an envelope to fill up with coins. Once they fill the envelope... READ MORE >
Dear Andrew Families and Community,Now that it appears Spring is finally near, Andrew School has updated the student calendar that will be followed for the remainder of the 2018 - 2019 school year. We are fortunate that we have been able to remain relatively consistent with our original calendar. The main difference you will notice is the extension of our school... READ MORE >
We need your help to create a COMMUNITY GARDEN! On May 10, 2019, Andrew School will be hosting our annual Leadership Day event. During Leadership Day, we will work with the Andrew community, Andrew Garden Club, teachers, and parents to create and maintain three raised garden beds. In order to get this project started, we are in need of supplies. If you are able... READ MORE >
Mark your calendars! The All-School Spring Concert is FAST approaching! March 7th at 6:30pm in the main gym. All students in 4 year old Preschool up through 8th graders are involved! We hope to see you there! READ MORE >
Our Elementary Winter Program is fast approaching and everyone is invited! Please feel free to invite family and friends to our concert on December 13th at 6:30pm. If you have a student in grades Kindergarten through Fifth grade they will be bringing a letter home tomorrow (on 11/16) with details regarding their upcoming concert! READ MORE >
Watch this video to see what mentoring could look like in Andrew: A Mentoring Program Is… A voluntary programYou can join at anytime but if you make a commitment, we would ask that you commit for the year. A way for students to connect and build relationships with a trusted adultA way to be proactive in increasing positive behaviors and leadership and... READ MORE >
Hello Andrew Families, Due to the ongoing construction at Andrew School we will continue to have our summer learning programs take place at Salem Lutheran Church in Andrew. On Mondays and Fridays students will continue to meet at the church before going on their field trips and will be dropped off at the church at 12:00 pm. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays,... READ MORE >
Dear Four Year-Old Preschool Families, Our staff has been working to make some adjustments to our preschool structure in order to provide options for families and to meet the needs of all of our preschool students. In doing so, we are able to offer an afternoon section of preschool that will be for 4-year olds only. This section will be offered on Monday,... READ MORE >
Dear Andrew families, We are excited to begin our summer programming adventures with your students. We have a few updates to give you regarding location, times and lunch programs. Andrew School will be undergoing several construction projects this summer so the first two weeks of summer school and LEAP will be taking place at the Andrew Lutheran Church (see dates... READ MORE >
Dear Andrew Parents, Part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA) requires states to report the percent of parents with a child receiving special education services who report that schools facilitated parent involvement as a means of improving services and results for children with IEPs. The Iowa Department of Education is gathering these data as a... READ MORE >
Dear parent, guardian, or other legally responsible adult: We are excited to announce that the Iowa Department of Education has included Conditions for Learning as part of the plan under the new federal education law, Every Student Succeeds Act. All Iowa public school districts will use the Conditions for Learning Survey (Survey) to improve safety, student... READ MORE >
Greetings Andrew Community, My name is Brandon Kirchhoff and I’m thrilled to be the next principal of the Andrew School District. I was drawn to the Andrew School District for many reasons, including the community’s support of the district, the school’s focus on creating leaders not just learners, and the dedication of the staff to their students. My... READ MORE >
Dear Andrew Families, Your student will be participating in their i-Ready assessment this week. This assessment is taken on the computer and will provide data to your child’s teacher so they are able to facilitate and guide your child in their learning in both literacy and math. Students and teachers will also use this data to set your student’s academic goals... READ MORE >
Thank you to the sixty five individuals who responded to the principal hiring survey. We have reviewed all survey responses and incorporated the feedback into a "Principal Profile" that will be used to identify the next principal at our school. In the link below you will find the survey responses organized under major themes that emerged from your feedback. Please... READ MORE >
Dear Parents, Earlier this semester, Bellevue’s Middle School Student Council went to a middle school youth leadership conference and heard Mark Drake speak. What he talked about hit home as Mr. Drake’s message related to issues that Student Council members see some of their classmates dealing with every day. Mr. Drake has been involved in youth work for 30 years... READ MORE >
Believe it or not, it's time to start gearing up for summer school, and our LEAP program has 30 days of jam packed action for all Andrew students who have recently completed grades K-8th. Registrations are being sent home this week and can also be accessed here: http://5il.co/34msMonday and Friday are designated field trip days for students to get out and explore... READ MORE >
Dear Andrew Families and Community Members, It’s with many emotions that I share with you that I have accepted a new position as the Director of Professional Development and Student Learning with the Maquoketa Community School District for the 2018/2019 school year. It has been an honor and privilege to be part of the Andrew CSD team these past four years and I... READ MORE >
Our 2017-2018 poptab collection competition at Andrew School will be ending on Friday, April 6. A reminder that our top 2 classes who collect the most gallons of poptabs by Friday, April 6 will be rewarded with an ice cream party from Mrs. Wagner! Thank you for supporting the Ronald McDonald House by bringing your poptabs into school! READ MORE >
Andrew Mini Marathon! Andrew Community School has the opportunity to help the University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital in association with the Children’s Miracle Network and Loras College Dance Marathon! Students are encouraged to participate in a fundraiser called “Coins for Kids.” Each student will receive a bag to fill up with coins. Once they fill... READ MORE >
We hope you can join us for Leadership Day on Friday, April 13 from 12:30-3:00 at Andrew Community School! To register, please call the school office at 563-672-3221 or use the link below:2018 Leadership Day Registration READ MORE >
Andrew Community School’s Leadership Day Project Every day 1,200 kids enter foster care in the U.S. Together We Rise is a non-profit that changes the way they experience the system. Many of those kids are forced to move all their belongings in a garbage bag, but we know that kids are not trash! Your donation of $25 would sponsor a duffel bag that would be... READ MORE >
Andrew Community School Kindergarten Round - Up Thursday March 22, 2018 6:30 pm Andrew School Cafeteria For all children who will be five years old on or before September 15, 2018. Children residing in the Andrew Community School District who will be five years old on or before September 15, 2018 should plan to attend... READ MORE >
Dear Andrew Families, Just a reminder that our 3rd through 8th grade students will be taking Iowa Assessments the week of March 19th through March 23rd. Please encourage your student to get extra rest and eat a good breakfast each morning. Students will also be provided with a snack mid-morning each day of the assessment. The elementary students will be taking... READ MORE >
Andrew Families, Here is our middle school newsletter for the week of February 5th through February 9th. Please contact our middle school staff if you have any questions. Thank You, Middle School Staff READ MORE >
Dear Middle School Families, Beginning on Monday, February 5 our ELA classes will begin a unit on the novel, Wonder. During this unit, students will use the novel, fiction and nonfiction texts, and other media to explore literary concepts, including point of view, character development, figurative language, setting, plot, mood, and tone. Students will also... READ MORE >
Andrew Families, Here is our middle school newsletter for the week of January 29th through February 2nd. Please contact our middle school staff if you have any questions. Thank You, Middle School Staff READ MORE >
Andrew middle school students have been participating in a keyboarding elective to support our students in becoming proficient in their keyboarding skills. The students began this elective during the first week of January. We currently have four students who have demonstrated proficiency in their keyboarding skills after participating in this course with many more... READ MORE >
Dear Andrew 8th Grade Families, 8th grade students will be visiting Bellevue High School on Monday, January 29 to learn more about their school. More information will be shared soon regarding when Bellevue counselors will visit Andrew to support students in the registration process. READ MORE >
Dear Parent(s)/Guardian(s) of 8th grade Andrew Students: We are continuing our transition with our 8th grade class of exploring Bellevue and Maquoketa High Schools. The school counselors from both schools will be coming to Andrew School to register your 8th grade student for classes next year. Julie Kinrade and Amanda DeWulf, Maquoketa Counselors, will be... READ MORE >
As part of implementing the Early Literacy Implementation (ELI) law in Iowa, Andrew CSD participates in having our students in grades Kindergarten through 6th grade complete a literacy universal screener three times per year (fall, winter, spring) that is supported through the state called FAST (Formative Assessment System for Teachers). The screener is intended to... READ MORE >
Dear Andrew Families, Andrew CSD has recently hired Katelyn Steines, our new early childhood/elementary special education teacher. Please read below for more information about Ms. Steines. My name is Katelyn Steines and I am the new special education teacher here at Andrew. I am a recent graduate from Clarke University. I majored in elementary education and... READ MORE >
Please take a look at the article that was in the Telegraph Herald today focusing on Andrew students and their learning from project based learning and our chickens! Thanks to our students and staff for sharing their learning! READ MORE >
Dear Andrew Middle School Families,Here is our Middle School Newsletter for January 8-January 12. Please contact teachers if you have any questions. Thank You, Middle School Staff READ MORE >
On February 15th Andrew students in grades 4th - 8th are invited to participate in the annual LEAP Ski Trip at Sundown Mountain in Asbury, IA. There is no cost to attend! Students will leave Andrew at approximately 2pm and return around 9:30 pm. There is no school the following day. Registration forms are being sent home this week and are due back on Friday,... READ MORE >
Dear Andrew 8th Grade Families, 8th grade students will be visiting both Maquoketa and Bellevue High School's this month to begin the transition for high school. On Tuesday, January 9, our 8th grade class will be visiting Maquoketa High School to learn more about their school. Please see below for our agenda. The date is still being determined for our visit to... READ MORE >
Dear Andrew Families, We look forward to welcoming back your students after winter break on Wednesday, January 3rd. We hope you enjoyed your time together during this holiday season. As a reminder, during this very cold time of year, please send your students with appropriate winter clothing (coats, snow pants, gloves, hats). We do have extra clothes at school... READ MORE >
Here is our Middle School Newsletter for the week of December 18th through December 21st. This will also be sent through JMC email and mailed home to families who indicated they would like it mailed. READ MORE >
Andrew CSD 5th graders were able to share their learning and implementation of hydroponics and aquaponics with our school board during the Andrew School Board meeting on Monday, December 11th. The 5th grade students, along with our middle school students, visited the Bellevue BIG high school aquaponics project in October and came back to Andrew excited to learn... READ MORE >
Here is our Middle School Newsletter for the week of December 11th through December 15th. This will also be sent through JMC email and mailed home to families who indicated they would like it mailed. READ MORE >
Here's a little peek at what middle schoolers have been doing in makerspace. READ MORE >
Thank You to author, Kurt Wagner, author from Bellevue, IA for visiting Andrew and reading his holiday book to our elementary students during their library time. Kurt is the author of "The Mouse who Stirred at Christmas" and "Anthony's Halloween." His books and other activities can be viewed at his website at www.anthonythemouse.com Kurt also shared about the... READ MORE >
Here is our Middle School Newsletter for Monday, December 4th through Friday, December 8th. Please contact our middle school staff if you have any questions. Thank You! READ MORE >
Our Middle School staff is putting together a weekly newsletter to be able to communicate with families regarding upcoming events, essential standards they are working on for the week, homework updates and upcoming assessments. Our goal is to keep families updated and improve our communication so parents are aware of student expectations each week. We will also be... READ MORE >
Family Literacy Night Please join us for a fun night of storytelling with author B.J. Schwartz and his k-9 companion Max from Plumery Tails. Arrive at school on November 28th for a FREE supper from 5:30-6:15 p.m. From 6:15-7:00ish, families are invited to the gym to be entertained by B.J. Schwartz and his k-9 companion Max.Middle school students will also be... READ MORE >
Benefit for Strodtman Family Supper and Auction November 14, 2017 from 5:30pm - 7:30pm Andrew Community School Free Will Donation Sponsored by: Andrew CSD, Andrew Lion’s Club, and Andrew 4H Club Anyone wishing to donate money or an item to the Silent Auction please bring this to school by November 10th. The Strodtman family lost everything when their home... READ MORE >
Our 5th grade class was able to participate in a field trip along with our middle school students to see a student lead high school students project in Bellevue to learn more about aquaponics. The 5th graders came back very inspired and wanted to learn more about how they could grow their own plants and how they could design their own hydroponic system (they... READ MORE >
Dear Andrew Families, Our School & Community Culture Team supports building positive culture and supporting teachers, students and families with integrating the 8 Leader in Me habits in our lives. This team’s goal this year is for Andrew families to go from 0% to 50% in their participation of a habit booster experience once per month at home. In September, we... READ MORE >
Pictures Retakes are Tuesday November 7. If you need your picture retaken or if you missed the first picture day you can get your picture taken on Tuesday November 7. Please pick up a picture packet in the office. Thank You. READ MORE >
Picture Retake Day is Tuesday November 7, 2017 READ MORE >
Next week, students and staff will be celebrating Red Ribbon Week. Red Ribbon Week is a national campaign to support communities in educating youth and encourage participation in drug prevention activities. Our student lighthouse team has chosen the following themed days to bring awareness to drug prevention. Please encourage your students to participate in these... READ MORE >
Dear Hawk Herald Readers, As many of you know, Andrew School has a new and very user friendly website which features up to date information, calendar of events, breakfast/lunch menus, classroom pictures, plus so much more. If you have not accessed the website yet, go to www.andrew.k12.ia.us and check us out! You can also access this information through our app if... READ MORE >
On Friday, October 20th, bring $1 to wear your favorite socks. Silly socks, mismatched socks, seasonal socks, crazy socks, whatever you've got, rock those socks on Friday! All proceeds will go to Jack's family. READ MORE >
Four Andrew middle school students presented tonight to the Andrew City Council to request a permit for 6 chickens and a chicken coop on behalf of their classmates. The middle school students have been completing research about chickens and how to care for them since the beginning of the school year with their end goal being to have chickens and care for them as... READ MORE >
Dear Andrew Families, Our Kindergarten through 5th grade students will be visiting the Hurstville Interpretive Center tomorrow morning during their literacy block to celebrate National Walk Day (which was last week). Students will be reading, "Near One Cattail" a story on the "Story Walk" that features a book about the wetlands and animals and plants that find the... READ MORE >
Hi, Everyone! First and Second graders are so excited about their new graphing project for their Data Wall. We will be creating a picture graph on the hall bulletin board each month that shows how many students are actively reading at home and participating in the Book-It program. This program encourages children to read at home, recall the story, and draw... READ MORE >
Attention all students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd! Join us on October 30th for a day of AWESOME at Papa’s Pumpkin Patch in Springbrook. There is no cost to attend! Students will have lunch, pick their own pumpkins to take home, go on a hayride, jump on the inflatables, and enjoy all the farm animals. There is no school on Oct. 30th due to staff... READ MORE >
An Andrew student, Jack Strodtman and his family experienced a tragedy on Saturday night when their home burned down. Thankfully, Jack and his family are safe and were not seriously injured but the family is in need of many items. Please feel free to make donations at the Andrew Community School office of anything that you’d like to give to the family. Currently,... READ MORE >
Imagine a world where people look out for each other and we all pay it forward. Acts of kindness are not only special for the receiver, but also feels good as the doer! Think about the last time you went out of your way to be kind to someone. Didn’t it make your day too? Spreading good feelings and making a difference will have a lasting effect and undoubtedly... READ MORE >
Friday, September 29th: ~ Depart school at 8:30 and Return at 2:45 ~Lunch will be provided. ~We will be given a free t-shirt to wear to farm safety day. I will have the students change into them when they get to school. ~Please have your child wear tennis shoes and dress according to the weather. READ MORE >
Our school wide goal for the 2017/2018 school year is for our students to complete a total of 3,000 acts of kindness throughout the year (about 1,000 acts per trimester). Each class will be trying to achieve their classroom goals and moving their “marker” along the bulletin board to show everyone how they are making progress toward their goal and also competing... READ MORE >
The 8th grade class is studying force and motion in their new science unit. Here is a clip of one of their labs investigating the property of inertia. If you have a student in 8th grade, ask them to explain it to you! READ MORE >
Beginning this Friday afternoon from 2:40-3:10, our students will be participating in Sharpen Our Saw time or S.O.S. Sharpen the Saw is the 7th Habit of the Leader in Me. Sharpen the Saw means that we are taking the time throughout the week to do things that strengthen our mind, heart body and/or soul. As a teaching staff and after talking with students last school... READ MORE >
On Monday September 25th the L.E.A.P. program will be sponsoring a field trip for all students in grades 4th through 8th to Vertical Jump Park at Kennedy Mall in Dubuque. There is no school that day for staff professional development. There is no cost to attend the field trip, but all attendees must have this waiver filled out prior to the event. If your student... READ MORE >
What is Andrew CSD’s policy on homework? There has been a debate in education for decades regarding the effects of homework. We have continued this debate at Andrew and have had meaningful discussions and reviewed research on this topic. According to authors, Dr. Robert Marzano and Debra Pickering and their article “The Case For and Against Homework” in the March... READ MORE >
Dear Andrew Families, Your student will be participating in an assessment beginning on Wednesday, September 6th called i-Ready. This assessment is taken on the computer and will provide data to your child’s teacher so they are able to facilitate and guide your child in their learning in literacy and math. Students and teachers will also use this data to set your... READ MORE >
“Run for Readers” Andrew Fundraiser: At Andrew we know all “Readers are Leaders.” Our students are raising money to buy additional books for our book room by participating in our 2nd annual Color Run on Friday, September 8th during our Iowa/Iowa St. celebration day. Pledge sheets will be going home with each student on Friday September 1st. Please help your child... READ MORE >
The middle school students will be traveling to H&H Ranch on Wednesday, August 30 from 1:00-3:00. H&H Ranch is located in Zwingle, IA. We will be leaving school at 12:45 P.M. and will be returning around 3:15 P.M. Our 1st Project Based Learning unit is entitled, “Old MacDonald went to School”. The teachers will be directly teaching specific standards in connection... READ MORE >
Being a mentor to a young person is one of the kindest and most rewarding things an adult can do. It is a special opportunity to share your knowledge and experience as well as watch the student grow and develop. Donating your time is the highest form of charitable giving. Mentors at Andrew CSD typically meet with students once per week during the school day.... READ MORE >
Dear Andrew Families, Preparing for the end of the day for our students can be a very busy time. We have students who ride the bus, are picked up by their parents, walk home and attend our after school LEAP activities. Our staff is committed to ensuring that your student is safe and is headed to the correct place after school. Our teachers have dismissal... READ MORE >
Research has shown that the simple act of writing a goal greatly increases the chances of accomplishing the goal. If the goal is broken down into action steps and the action steps are tracked, goals have an even greater percentage of success. At school, your student is writing an academic goal and will include their personal goal too in a Leadership Notebook. You... READ MORE >
Dear Andrew Student Families, I would like to take this opportunity to communicate our school district policy regarding cell phones in school as more and more students are bringing phones to school for a variety of reasons. The district continues to follow the cell phone policy in the student handbook. This policy states that students may only use their cell... READ MORE >
Level 3 I am leading myself and others by…* Choosing to do the right thing, even when no one is watching* Being a role model* Seeking out others ideas* Choosing a positive attitude* Finding meaningful ways to help others. Level 2I am leading myself by…* Being responsible* Considering others ideas* Being ready to learn* Being kind* Following my... READ MORE >
At Andrew, our students and staff choose "One Word" to guide them throughout the year. The word that is chosen is something that is meaningful to each individual person. It could be something that they really want to work on getting better at or a word that will guide the choices that they make throughout the year. This years 4th grade class chose words such as:... READ MORE >
Attention Mystery Readers I would like to invite any parents, older siblings, grandparents, relatives or other special people to surprise their child by being a “Mystery Reader” this year in our classroom. Students LOVE having their family, friends and relatives visit the classroom to share in our learning by reading a favorite story aloud to our class! We would... READ MORE >
A “Free Little Pantry” is a mini food pantry where those who want and/or need supplies can go. Where: The “Free Little Pantry” is near the Andrew Little Leaders Daycare.Why: There is a local need for FREE nonperishable food items and personal care items. The “Free Little Pantry” is for ANYONE! The students of Andrew School are working to maintain and stock the... READ MORE >
Dear Parents, Friends, and Community Members, Our middle school math classroom has created two projects on www.donorschoose.org to help support the students with new classroom furniture and a new math magazine for middle school students. Donors Choose is an online charity that makes it easy to help out classrooms in need. If you chip in, it would be a great help... READ MORE >
Welcome Back Andrew Middle School Students and Families, We are very excited about the 2017/2018 school year and the new learning that your students will be participating in with their teachers and fellow students. Our teachers have been working to plan a new Project Based Learning unit with essential questions such as: How do we feed the world? and Why do we... READ MORE >
We have an amazing community of leaders!! READ MORE >
Kids Against Hundger helped pack rice to feed hungry families in our community. Watch this video of students packing rice to see our community in action! READ MORE >
Andrew students participated in a track and field event today in Maquoketa. Way to go Andrew Hawks, you were all amazing leaders! READ MORE >
Just a reminder that we will not have LEAP this Friday (4/7) due to our annual Leadership Day celebration. Also, with spring activities like soccer, softball and baseball kicking into gear please send a note or call the office if your student will not be attending an after school program that they are signed up for. READ MORE >
Subject AreaGradeLearning TargetArtifact/Final ProductMath6hEvaluate expressions as specific values of their variables. Include expressions that arise from formulas used in real-world problems.Students will be assessed on their writing & solving of expressions of real-world problems involving situations in which variables are usedMath7thUse variables to represent... READ MORE >