Stafford Elementary School

Stafford PTO Valentines Candy Gram Sales!

Stafford Elementary School Spring Picture Day is on Thursday, January 30th – Individual and Class To order online and choose different background options please go to www.mylifetouch.com using picture day ID: EVT3WFW7D (Class) or EVT2WC7QV (individual) Paper order forms will be sent home with students and extras are available at Stafford. If you do not order online, on picture day please send in completed order form with exact cash or checks made payable to Lifetouch. Questions? Please contact customer service at 800-244-4373.

Level Up STAAR Saturdays at Stafford for 3rd-6th Grades

Stafford Weekly Announcements: School Board Appreciation Month!! We are so grateful to our dedicated School Board members for their commitment and service! A huge heartfelt thank you to President - Allen Richards, Vice President - Dennis Perkins, Jr., Secretary - Ashton Russ, Cortney Janek, Tessa South, Parker Reeves, and Nichole Galvan for volunteering your time and efforts for the students and staff of Italy ISD! Friday, 24th All Students and Staff Attend School Saturday, 25th Learning Camp for 3rd-6th Grades 8:30am-12:30pm at Stafford Monday, 27th School Board Meeting at 5:30pm at the High School Thursday, 30th Class and Individual Spring Pictures Friday, 31st No School for Students or Staff Saturday, 1st Learning Camp 3rd-6th Grades 8:30am-12:30pm at Stafford Video Link from Mr. Bray: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1bCEiSb-LQ97CaJPgFPoW74wiuvCUXzAY/view?usp=sharing_eil_se_dm&ts=67929385 Go Stafford!

All IYAA kids get in free with their black jersey!

Daddy Daughter Dance at Stafford for 3rd-6th Grades - Hosted by the Junior Class

Level Up STAAR Saturdays at Stafford for 3rd-6th Grades

Italy ISD is Hiring! Stafford Elementary has one open position! **Cafeteria Campus Manager at Stafford** To apply or view more detailed information about the position please go to https://www.region10.org/o/r10esc/page/txed-job-network-overview We would love to have you be a part of our team! Go Stafford!

UIL 2nd-5th Grade in Dawson are going later then expected. We will post again when they have left Dawson.

UIL 2nd-5th Grade in Dawson are going later then expected. They are hoping to leave about 5pm. We will post again when they have left Dawson.

Stafford Weekly Announcements: School Board Appreciation Month!! We are so grateful to our dedicated School Board members for their commitment and service! A huge heartfelt thank you to President - Allen Richards, Vice President - Dennis Perkins, Jr., Secretary - Ashton Russ, Cortney Janek, Tessa South, Parker Reeves, and Nichole Galvan for volunteering your time and efforts for the students and staff of Italy ISD! Friday, 17th *No School for Students or Staff Monday, 20th *MLK Holiday – No School for Students or Staff Friday, 24th *All Students and Staff attend School Saturday, 25th *Learning Camp 3rd-6th Grades at Stafford 8:30am-12:30pm Video Link from Mr. Bray: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1k0Jjt7W_c7FwytnKMh8IFoT2flKDWASm/view?usp=sharing_eil_se_dm&ts=67895bd3 Go Stafford!

Floral Design is selling candy bouquets for our February arrangement/Valentines Sale! Orders with payment are due to me by Monday, February 3rd. We accept cash or checks payable to Italy FFA. **Make sure you are attaching a specialized message for your Valentine, if you wish! Everything will be delivered on Thursday February 13th *We will be delivering throughout the HS during 2nd period or high school staff and students can also pick up during passing periods. Stafford will be delivered in the afternoon. Please let me know if you have any questions!! Karlee Harton Italy High School Agricultural Science Teacher kharton@italyisd.org

Parents UIL students are running a little late 6th-8th. Back around 7:20.

Saturday Learning at Stafford - 3rd-6th Grades!

Inclement Weather Notice No school on January 9-10, 2025. Dear Italy ISD Families, The forecasted winter storm is approaching North Texas. Based on information from the National Weather Service, conditions will vary greatly within our community and region. There is a likelihood that road conditions could deteriorate during the school day on Thursday, which could create the potential for slick roads in our community and country roads. In order to ensure we do not put our students, staff and families in an unsafe situation, Italy ISD schools and offices will be closed Thursday, Jan. 9th and Friday, Jan. 10th. All after-school events and activities will be cancelled as well. The safety of our families and staff is a priority, and the decision to close was made out of an abundance of caution. With the weather possibly deteriorating during school hours on Thursday, we want to err on the side of safety to prevent a need to release school early. An early release creates many complications including but not limited to: ensuring parents are home to receive young children, parents picking up younger children earlier than usual, high school-aged drivers possibly driving home in difficult road conditions, and staff attempting to make it home in difficult conditions. We hope the early notification helps families with any necessary childcare arrangements. The days of missed instruction will not require make-up days. The Italy ISD calendar includes additional minutes to accommodate these two inclement weather days. However, if any additional inclement weather days are needed during the remainder of the semester, those days will likely be made up on a Friday we would not typically be at school. We appreciate your support and understanding. Stay safe and warm. Rachel Kistner Superintendent

Italy ISD Spring Safety Week Italy ISD will host Spring Safety Week January 13-16, 2025. Throughout the week, administration will lead campuses through different safety drills. The Safety of our students and staff is a top priority.

January Menus https://www.italyisd.org/page/food-services Reminders: *Staff returns on Monday, January 6th *Students return on Tuesday, January 7th *Students and staff attend school on Friday, January 10th

Stafford Weekly Announcements: Thursday, 19th *End of 3rd Six Weeks Friday, December 20th through Sunday, January 5th *Winter Break – No School for Students and Staff - We hope you enjoy this time off with family and friends! January 2025 *School Board Appreciation Month!! We are so grateful to our dedicated School Board members for their commitment and service! A huge heartfelt thank you to President - Allen Richards, Vice President - Dennis Perkins, Jr., Secretary - Ashton Russ, Cortney Janek, Tessa South, Parker Reeves, and Nichole Galvan for volunteering your time and efforts for the students and staff of Italy ISD! Monday, 6th *Staff Development Day – No School for Students Tuesday, 7th *Students Return to School! *Beginning of the 4th Six Weeks Wednesday, 8th *Report Cards Posted in Parent Portal Thursday, 9th *Law Enforcement Appreciation Day! Thank you for your dedication, sacrifice, and service to keep our communities safe. We honor you today and every day for putting your lives on the line to protect ours. An extra huge thank you to SRO Amos and SRO Rumsey for keeping our students and staff safe! *UIL Academic Spelling Competition Friday, 10th *Students and Staff Attend School Video Link from Mr. Bray: https://drive.google.com/file/d/16kdL-MpfG9PS4jwXr5eMuayGydqXFkZE/view?usp=sharing_eil_se_dm&ts=676466eb Go Stafford!

Stafford Reminder: Dear Families of 3rd-6th Parents, Performance will start at 5:30pm at the Italy High School Cafetorium, today, Monday, December 16th. The order will be 3rd, 4th, 5th, then 6th. The program should last around an hour. 3rd-5th grade please arrive at 5 pm. We will hold the students behind the stage until their performance time. Once they perform, they will exit the stage and sit with families. 6th grade please arrive at 5:30 pm. We will hold these students in the high school band room until their performance. Italy Gladiator Band Boosters will have refreshments available for purchase. (Popcorn, water, fruit punch)

Stafford Weekly Announcements: Friday, 13th *No School for Students or Staff *Pictures with Santa; Music, Refreshments! Bring the whole family for a special meet and greet event 11am-1pm. Renaissance Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center 220 Davenport Saturday, 14th *Italy Festival and Lighted Parade 3pm-8pm – 108 Harpold - face painting, a petting zoo, food vendors, cotton candy, art's n crafts, write a letter to Santa and much more. Toys for Tots Drop Off. The band "The Classic Swing Band" is making a repeat performance this year, 4-6pm. The parade starts at 7pm. Monday, 16th *Ho! Ho! Ho! Wear Your Santa Gear! *Board Meeting 5:30pm at the High School *3rd-6th Grades Christmas Concert 5:30pm at the High School Cafetorium. Italy Gladiator Band Boosters will have refreshments available for purchase. (Popcorn, water, fruit punch) Tuesday, 17th *Santa’s Reindeer! Wear your reindeer antlers, shirts, and red noses! Wednesday, 18th *Elfie-Selfie, Twin Day! Pair up with a friend and dress as an elf or wear red and green! Thursday, 19th *End of 3rd Six Weeks *Polar Express Day! Wear your pajamas! Friday, December 20th through Sunday, January 5th *Winter Break – No School for Students and Staff January 2025 *School Board Appreciation Month!! Monday, 6th *Staff Development Day – No School for Students Tuesday, 7th *Students Return to School! *Beginning of the 4th Six Weeks Friday, 10th *Students and Staff Attend School Video Link from Mr. Bray: Video Link from Mr. Bray: https://drive.google.com/file/d/13iAjqg7169Y7LqrQu1wkmYomeolrlJQ7/view?usp=sharing_eil_se_dm&ts=675b3df5 Go Stafford!