Update from the Kinders: Here’s a look into the kindergarten day. We’ve been working on letter practice, comparing numbers to 5 using the terms greater than and less than, helping animals at our own Vet Clinic, and mixing puffy paint for Jack-o-Lanterns! It’s been a busy few weeks!
October‘s big buddy theme was Halloween.
We had chocolate witch hat treats and made floaty ghosts. This month’s character trait was courage and we started with conversations about how we can be courageous in the choices we make.
The ILCS Middle School will be hosting a food drive for Community Action! Boxes have been placed throughout the community. If you are interested in making a donation please email Julie Wolfe (wolfej@ilcsd.org), Emily Stephan (stephane@ilcsd.org) or Tiffany Scofield (scofieldt@ilcsd.org).
Elementary Spirit Week
Don't forget! Tomorrow is Fall Picture Day at ILCS!
🛍️ Orange You Excited? Our spectacular sale is here just in time to add a pop of color and fun to your festivities! Whether you're a die-hard orange fan or just looking to brighten up your holiday season, we've got something for everyone. Use Code: Team20 Sale ends 10/27/2023!
Get ready to have a spooktacular time! 🎃 The Indian Lake Central School Student Council is conjuring up some creepy fun at the Fall Ball Semi-Formal Halloween Dance this Friday, October 27th! 🦇 Dust off your broomsticks, grab your capes, and join us for a wickedly good time!
In April 2025, Indian Lake Central School students will have the exciting opportunity to travel to Costa Rica! This presents a fantastic chance for students to explore different cultures and gain international experience. Please consider purchasing an item to support the Indian Lake Travel Club. *If you would like to speak directly to a student in the travel club please contact Jane Hinckley (hinckleyj@ilcsd.org) or Julie Wolfe (wolfej@ilcsd.org) and we will have a student contact you! Orders submitted through the link below will benefit ALL ILCS Travel Club students! Please share!
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Update from Mr. Gratto: The elementary students have been creating ghost puppets in music class in preparation for Halloween. The ‘Oooo’ of a ghost is a great way for them to explore their voices!
The ILCS Student Council is hosting a Spirit Week for Middle and High School students next week, promising lots of fun! (Elementary schedule is coming soon!)
To demonstrate courage, on Friday high school students participated in the zipline and ropes course at the Adirondack Extreme. This was a fun (and challenging) activity to face uncertainty. All the kids did a fantastic job.
Update from the World of 1st Grade:
It was an amazing Apple Week in first grade. Students were engaged in a variety of apple themed activities as we learned about the apple life cycle. Completing apple investigations, using our five senses to describe apples, sequencing the steps to make applesauce in the classroom, and making apple prints were just a few of our favorite activities.
Photos- https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1C9NdTxuAORPci_a26nqhxTd6RGi1shvK
The ninth graders read "The Harvest" by Tomas Rivera. In the story, Don Trine is a migrant worker who keeps his spirits up with his love for the land. He digs holes in the dirt and feels the earth move to connect with Mother Nature. We tried Don's method in the school garden before the ground freezes for the long winter ahead!
Week #3 Update:
Red Team (playing for Lucky Pup Rescue) with 3,300 Pennies AND a total of $60.55 raised this week!
Purple Team (playing for Make-A-Wish Foundation) with $3,075 Pennies AND a total of $78.25 raised this week!
Blue Team (playing for The Ronald McDonald House) with 189 Pennies AND a total of $59.10 raised this week!
So far MS has raised a total of $561.75! Penny Wars ENDS 10/27/2023!
The HS held its second annual Trivia Night. Teams of teachers, parents and students engaged in some friendly rounds of trivia. Thank you so much for spending part of your evening with us! An extra thank you to Mrs. Bruso for the popcorn and to Mr. McCauliffe for being the emcee! Thanks again to everyone for a fun hour!
ILCS Middle School Has Courage!
On Thursday, October 19th, ILCS Middle School embarked on a field trip to commemorate the October Character Education Trait: Courage. The Middle School faculty, including Mrs. Wolfe, Mr. Atchinson, Ms. Stephan, and Mrs. Scofield, accompanied the students on a hike to Watch Hill. The weather was splendid, and the scenery was breathtaking! The students demonstrated remarkable stamina and courage as they hiked to the summit.
Picture day is coming! Please mark your calendars!
Congratulations to ILCS Varsity Soccer players Jackson Strader and Tyler Mack, recognized in an Adirondack Express article for their outstanding skills and performance at the Old Forge Tournament during the Columbus Day weekend!
“One player stood out in this tournament and I would say he was the best player in the entire tournament, and that is Jackson Strader, a junior. Strader was outstanding and his goalie, Tyler Mack also played very well as he was kept very busy throughout the tournament.” Dave Clark, Adirondack Express
To read the rest of the article click here: https://weeklyexpressnews.com/adirondack-express-10-13-2023/
Taco Tuesday was a hit yesterday! Have you had the chance to try the fantastic breakfasts and lunches prepared by the talented ILCS kitchen team? Our students and staff truly enjoy the delicious cuisine served by the cafeteria staff at ILCS!
Author Alert: Join us in welcoming Jodie Seymour, an Indian Lake resident and ILCS Board Member, to the Town of Indian Lake Library this Saturday as she presents her new book. Please spread the word!
