Jefferson Elementary School

Jefferson students were recently privileged to experience "Lake in the Library" for the third year, thanks to our partnership with Lilly Center for Lakes and Streams and our on-loan aquarium that simulates area lakes. Four Lilly Center educators presented engaging, grade-level friendly lessons during Digital Learning specials the week prior to Fall Break. Whether learning about the features of a fish, the practical problems with invasive species, how fish use camouflaging and schooling, the zones of a lake, or other topics related to this local ecosystem, students were exposed to and challenged by various factors affecting this "in-our-backyard" habitat. ​ Ask your student(s) about what was discussed with their class and how you can work together as a family to help protect our lakes and streams. #WarsawINSPIRES

Looking for a fun, free, outdoor activity to enjoy before Fall Break comes to an end? Consider the StoryWalk on the Beyer Farm Trail by Pike Lake. Acorn Was a Little Wild by Jen Arena is the book featured on the walk. Not only does it allow you and your family to read this exciting book together, but it also offers suggestions for activities to do that are associated with some of the pages, like "Take a moment to feel the wind in your hair like Acorn." ​ The weather is supposed to be beautiful. We hope you can get outside and enjoy it. The StoryWalk is one way to take it all in as a family, right here in our own community. ​ #WarsawINSPIRES

Hat Day and other donations have raised $227.63 toward Jefferson's participation in the upcoming Feed My Starving Children mobilepack! The good news is, YOU still have time to donate! We would be so grateful! Use this link to help Team Jefferson: https://give.fmsc.org/team/603111?is_new=true ​ #WarsawINSPIRES

Happy Beans is opening soon: Friday, October 25th! #WarsawINSPIRES https://www.inkfreenews.com/2024/10/11/happy-beans-serving-coffees-and-smiles/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=facebook#google_vignette

What a fun and easy way to support "Feed My Starving Children"! Hat Day is this Friday, October 11th. It's only $1...unless you'd like to contribute more! #WarsawINSPIRES

Mark your calendars! #WarsawINSPIRES

Enjoy these scenes from Thursday's STEM Specials with Mr. Graney. Students used Sphero robotic balls. #WarsawINSPIRES

We've had such amazing weather for our recent visits to Cherry Creek! And how lucky are we that this incredible resource is within walking distance of our school?! ​ #WarsawINSPIRES

Happy National Custodial Workers Recognition Day! Our Jefferson Custodial Team is expertly led by "Mr. J.R." Utter. While we may not see them all the time, they work hard behind the scenes to keep our school in tip-top shape. Thank you, Mr. J.R., Aurelia, Jaime, Margarita, Caleb, and others who jump in to help, as needed. ​ #WarsawINSPIRES

We are raising funds for Feed My Starving Children. Can you help us? https://give.fmsc.org/team/603111?is_new=true

We have 19 days left in our Raise Craze fundraiser. If you are a community friend or former Spartan (or Trojan!), would you consider supporting our school's goals to help with grade-level grants, STEM resources, and teacher appreciation? Every little bit adds up to do great things! https://my.raisecraze.com/give/aqgxyaw/ #WarsawINSPIRES

The rain held off long enough the other day for our September Citizens of the Month to get in a little fishing down at the canal in Winona Lake. ​ (Photos provided by Mrs. Klingaman.) #WarsawINSPIRES

Spartan Singers is starting up for this year! Rehearsals will be on Mondays during lunch recess, beginning October 21st. From Mrs. Engler: "We will meet 12 times and have a final celebration at the end of our season! Spartan Singers will sing the National Anthem at our Veterans Day Program. A field trip to share our music will be considered. Our final concert will be in February!" Parents, please help your interested 3rd–6th grader fill out this Google Form: https://forms.gle/QnaAhReG1a7xVGXRA If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Engler at dengler@ warsawschools.org.

Kids In Need Foundation is the nonprofit partner supporting Toyota's "Big Summer Giveback," a national campaign that has provided assistance to local schools, thanks to over 600 participating Toyota dealers nationwide. Locally, Toyota of Warsaw has made a backpack contribution to Jefferson possible this year by donating 200 backpacks filled with school supplies! Thank you to Kids in Need Foundation and Toyota Warsaw for supporting our Jefferson Families! ​ #WarsawINSPIRES

Head to Arby's on 15/Detroit Street after our home Volleyball and Soccer games tonight (9/9/24) to pick up a quick dinner or treat, because 20% of your purchase between 5pm and 8pm will benefit Jefferson.

While the skies may have been a little gloomy and the blacktop a little wet, Parents & Pastries still went off as planned and saw dozens of students with their grown-ups, enjoying donuts and time together before the start of the school day on Friday. Specials thanks goes to our amazing PTO, volunteers from Winona Lake Grace Church, and to Rise'n Roll. ​ #WarsawINSPIRES

Would you consider donating to help our Jefferson PTO provide grade-level grants, STEM resources, and teacher appreciation? If you're not connected to a current student, you can use this link: https://my.raisecraze.com/give/aqgxyaw/ Thank you! We appreciate our community!

Invite your friends! Monday is Jefferson Night at Arby's on Detroit Street/15.

Remember that next Tuesday, September 10th, is Picture Day! Please do not wear green per the photographer. Thanks!

Jefferson has cool stuff going on inside and OUTSIDE! We've mentioned our beehives, but did you know that we also have a vegetable garden?! Mr. McClintock (retired) continues to tend to our garden, along with the help of 5th grade. The crop of the day was potatoes. As you can see, it was a plentiful harvest! ​ #WarsawINSPIRES