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Transparency Report
Hello Families,
It was a short but busy week at Zinser! We had a great turnout for our first night of conferences — thank you to everyone who came out to connect with teachers. If you still need to sign up for a conference next week, be sure to check the newsletter for the sign-up link. You’ll also find information about upcoming fun events, so take a look here!
Brooke Johnston
Principal
** IMPORTANT MESSAGE FROM FAMILY COUNCIL**
Dear Zinser Families,
Our upcoming Tuesday evening conferences are a wonderful opportunity to thank our teachers and staff for all their hard work and commitment to our kids. The Zinser Family Council invites you to contribute either food or monetary donations to support our teachers and staff during that evening.
If you’re able, please sign up here:
👉 Tuesday Conference Donations Sign-Up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4DAFA82FAAF8C70-59464076-conference#/
Here’s how you can help:
Bring a store-bought dessert or case of pop
Donate funds and let us handle food purchases - Venmo, (@ZinserFamilyCouncil) cash, or check
Volunteer to help set up, serve, or clean up
Whether your contribution is big or small, it makes a difference. Your generosity supports our wonderful staff and makes the evening more enjoyable for everyone.
Thank you in advance for your kindness and support. We look forward to seeing many of you that evening!
Warmly,
Zinser Family Council
Important Dates
10/6 -10/26 - Read-a-Thon Fundraiser
10/16, 10/21, 10/24- Fall Parent - Teacher Conferences
10/20 - 10/24- Book Fair
10/22 - Roller Skating Party
10/24 - Half Day
10/27 - Pumpkin Carving Contest
Hello Families,
Be sure to check out this week’s newsletter for important dates, fun Spirit Week details, links to activities for your child, and more! We hope you enjoy a wonderful Fall Break and look forward to seeing everyone back on Wednesday, October 15th.
Thank you for supporting your child in our annual Read-A-Thon Fundraiser, which kicked off this week! This is our biggest fundraiser of the year, organized by the Zinser Family Council, and it helps fund all the amazing things we do throughout the school year. Every dollar raised goes directly back to Zinser students and staff—supporting classroom supplies, field trips, holiday celebrations, special events, and more. Plus, it encourages students to read and take pride in contributing to their school community.
Registration began on October 6 at mybooster.com/v3. Parents can create a personalized account for their child using the parent/guardian’s birthday. Once the account is set up, you’ll be able to:
Share your child’s donation link via email, text, or social media
Log your child’s daily reading minutes
Join in on the fun, friendly competition!
There are awesome prizes for students and classes who participate—check out the newsletter for all the details!
Brooke Johnston
Principal
Important Dates
10/6 -10/17 - Read-a-Thon Fundraiser
10/10-10/14- Fall Break
10/16, 10/21, 10/24- Fall Parent - Teacher Conferences
10/20-10/24- Book Fair
10/22 - Roller Skating Party
10/24- Half Day
Congratulations to students who were recognized for showing EMPATHY in September. This month’s character trait focus is SELF DIRECT and students are learning to STOP, THINK, CHOOSE, ACT!
Read MoreHello Families,
We wrapped up the month of September with a celebration of the many positive choices our students made. At today’s assembly, one student from each class was recognized for showing the September character trait—empathy. Students also traded in their CARE cards for prizes, and the class that showed the best hallway behavior
enjoyed a special treat. We are proud to be Kids Who CARE!
Important Dates
10/6 - Watch DOGS Kick-off
10/6 - 10/17 - Read-a-Thon Fundraiser
10/10-10/14- Fall Break
10/16, 10/21, 10/24- Fall Conferences
10/20-10/24- Book Fair
10/24- Half Day
Walker Pumpkin Bash
New Location: While construction on the new Walker Library is underway, we’re “carving out” a new location for Pumpkin Bash at Walker Community Park, a spot already known for hosting our summer concerts. The event will also take place at a new time this year, on Saturday, October 4, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. From treats to seasonal activities, Pumpkin Bash remains a “boo-tiful” way to celebrate autumn and the upcoming Halloween season with the community, just in a different pumpkin patch this year. Free pumpkins for kids under 12, live music, donuts and cider, pumpkin decorating, critter barn, and trick or treating. Costumes encouraged!
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