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October 2026
It’s hard to believe tthat today marks the end of the first grading period! Report cards will be sent home when students return from Fall Break at Parent/Teacher Conferences or in Friday Folders on Oct. 16.
If you haven’t signed up for a parent/teacher conference yet, please reach out to your child’s teacher or the front office. Conferences are a great opportunity to discuss your child’s progress so far this year. Parent/Teacher Conferences will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 14 and Wednesday, Oct. 21, from 2:45–6:00 p.m. We look forward to meeting with you.
A reminder that Fall Break is Oct. 5-9. School will resume on Monday, Oct. 12. We hope you enjoy a relaxing and refreshing break with family and friends!
Be sure to take a look below for other news and upcoming activities. As always, please don’t hesitate to reach out if you need anything. You can contact me by email at bgarrison@ses.k12.in.us or by phone at 765-544-3331.
~Mrs. Garrison
Mohawks of the Month
Congratulations to our Sept Mohawks of the Month. Way to be a leader in the classroom. Keep up the good work!
Pre-K: Hazel, Essie, Sage (Not pictured); Kindergarten: Hayden, Jayla; - 1st: Preston, Jaxton (Not pictured) - 2nd: Elana, Bentley - 3rd: Jackson, Braxton - 4th: Alejandra, Alexis - 5th: Delaney, Briar
Students in grades 3–5 have been taking ILEARN Checkpoint 1 this month and will continue into next month. This formative assessment helps us see which standards students have already mastered and which ones they still need to work on before the spring summative assessment.
ELA Section: Week of September 28-Oct. 2
Math Section: Week of October 12-16
You will be able to view your child’s results through the Parent Portal. Teachers will provide login information during parent-teacher conferences.
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact your child’s teacher or the front office.
A big thank you to everyone that came out and supported our Title I Fall Family Literacy Night. We had a delicious meal provided by PTO, learning materials prepared by the teachers, a healthy super hero adventure put on by MHP, raffle baskets, the book fair, and lots of fun activities. If you were not able to attend, your child still received the learning materials to use at home. We appreciate your support and donations.
Picture Retake Day is Oct. 26th
When: Oct. 23 during school
What: Raise funds for fieldtrip transportation, classroom supplies, literacy night, and to support students and staff.
How: Ask family and friends to donate
Goal: As a school raise $10,000
There will be prizes!
Envelopes will be sent home on Oct. 2 and all donations are due Oct. 16.
PTO Meeting Nov. 19 at 6:30 p.m.
PTO Meeting Nov. 19 at 6:30 p.m.
Join the Waldron Elementary PTO! This organization helps provide activities for students and raise funds that go back directly to our classrooms and students. Meetings are the last Wednesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. If you are unable to attend in person, you can join virtually using this link. If you have questions, please contact PTO President, Heidi Nash-Kniffen at WESPTO@ses.k12.in.us
We hope to see you there!
Cafeteria Information
Cafeteria Information
For information about school meals—including menus, pricing, free/reduced meal applications, and more—please visit our cafeteria page.
We will be selling ice cream in the cafeteria during lunch on Tuesdays and Fridays for $1.75. Students may purchase ice cream if they have a positive lunch account balance or if they bring exact cash. Please note: any change from cash purchases will be added to their account. If you do not want your child to use lunch account funds to purchase ice cream, please send a note to the school.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact our Director of Dining, Amber Simmons asimmons@ses.k12.in.us.
Breakfast/Lunch Prices:
Lunch: $3.00
Breakfast: $1.75
Milk: $0.50
Important Dates
Oct. 2 - End of Quarter 1
Oct. 5-9- Fall Break No School
Oct. 14 - Parent/Teacher Conferences 2:45-6:00 p.m.
Oct. 21 - Parent/Teacher Conferences 2:45-6:00 p.m.
Oct. 23 - PTO Walk-a-thon
Oct. 26 - Picture Retakes
Oct. 29 - Boo Bash at WHS 5-7 p.m.
Oct. 30 - Class Fall Parties
Nov. 3 - Harlem Wizards Fundraiser 7:00 p.m. MHS
Nov. 11 - Veterans Day Program WHS
Nov. 13 - Q2 Midterms
Nov. 16 - Spellbowl Competition
Nov. 19 - PTO Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Nov. 25-27 - Thanksgiving Break
Daily Schedule
Arrival Time - 7:55 a.m.
Tardy Bell rings at 8:15 a.m.
Dismissal Time—3:00 p.m. (M, T, Th, F)
Dismissal Time—2:30 p.m. (Wednesday)
**Please contact the office by 9:00 a.m. if you child will not be at school for the day. 317-544-3331**
Boys and Girls Club
Boys and Girls Club
Waldron is excited to have a branch of the Boys and Girls Club located right here at the elementary school. The Boys and Girls Club offers before school care starting at 6:30 a.m. for $5 per day. They also have an after school care each day that runs until 6:30 p.m. for $65 per year. Students will enjoy programs, homework help, and snacks. Please contact Lisi Campbell at lcampbell@shelbybgc.com with any questions. You can also visit them at Back to School Night and also get more information from the Boys and Girls Club website.
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