Adams Apple
FTCSC Students…Prepared for Life’s Possibilities!
FTCSC Mission Statement
Our mission is to install in all students a passion for lifelong learning and to inspire each one to contribute as a responsible citizen to the future of our interconnected
world.
Phone 317-862-2065
Attendance Line 317-860-4288
Important Dates:
December 12, 2014
December 12, 2014
**Starting 2nd semester, The Adams
Apple will no longer be sent home. It will
just be posted on our website.**
1st Grade Fieldtrip
December 17, 2014
3:20-5:00 Drama Club
December 19, 2014
End of Nine Weeks
Kindergarten Program in gym 2:30
Kindergarten Party 3:00-3:30
Winter Parties 3:20-3:50
December 22-January 4
No School/Winter Break
January 9, 2015
Adams Apple will be posted on
website ONLY
Adams Elementary is an “A” school in
an “A” district!!
Encourage your student to keep reading over Winter Break! A
reading log will be sent home with your student to keep track of
their reading. Everyone that reads a minimum of 3 hours will
receive a voucher for a free kids meal to Chilis!
2015-2016 Kindergarten Registration
Full Day and Tuition Free
Where: FTCSC Admin. Building
When: March 10-12, 2015 8:00a.m.-3:00p.m.
&
March 11, 2015 4:00p.m.-7:00p.m.
What to Bring: Child’s Birth certificate, copy of immunization
records, Proof of residency
Inclement Weather
If for some reason we need to cancel school due to snow or ice,
you will a receive a connect ed phone call. We may also call for
a 2 hr delay. This means your child will catch the bus 2 hrs
later than the normal time. If this happens on a Wednesday,
we will dismiss school at 3:50 not 3:20. If you are watching
the television, we will be listed as Franklin Township
Community Schools.
Starting 2nd semester, mid terms will
only be available through Infinite
Campus. Please contact
ichelp@ftcsc.k12.in.us, if you need an
account set up.
Box Tops
Turn in your box Tops before
Christmas Break. Send in your
sheets even if they aren’t
completely full.
Attention Parents of Preschool Age
Children
The Peer Model Program is a part of
developmental (special
education)preschool at Kitley. We have
a limited number of spots for typically
developing children in each of our
classrooms to serve as models for our
special education students. A full
preschool curriculum is offered morning
or afternoon from 3-5 days per week.
Students need to potty trained, have good
communication skills; and be residents of
Franklin Township. If you are interested,
please contact Jennifer Lambert at 317803-5059 or
jennifer.lambert@ftcsc.k12.in.us for an
application
Be sure to like Adams Elementary
on Facebook
This is a great way to information about
the upcoming events happening at the
school!
Nurse Notes
I have been seeing an increase in illness since Thanksgiving. I have been seeing mostly three complaints. Illness
that results in vomiting and diarrhea without a fever (rest, hydration, bland foods; MD consult if lasting more than
24 hrs or concerned regarding dehydration). Illness that results in fever, sore throat, cough (could be influenza
and if caught early may be treated with an antiviral medication). Illness that results in fever, sore throat,
headache, stomach ache (strep symptoms that should be screened by a doctor to see if an antibiotic is needed to
treat). It is very important with the increase in illness that parents continue to follow the illness guidelines for
keeping their student home. The quick guidelines are to keep your kids home until they have been fever free for
24 hrs prior to return or vomiting/diarrhea free for 24 hrs prior to return. We recognize a fever as a temp over
100 degrees. I'm including the following article since influenza incidence has been increasing in last few weeks. It
is not too late to get a flu shot or flu mist. Marion County Health Department (MCHD) has walk in clinics (M, R 84) and days you can make appointments (T,W, F). The closest MCHD location is 505 E National Ave, phone number
221-5700.
About... Influenza “the flu”
What is Influenza?
Influenza (flu) is a contagious illness caused by influenza viruses that infect the respiratory tract. The illness can
be mild to severe and can be fatal in some people. Although anyone can become infected with influenza, the elderly,
young children, or anyone with other health problems are at greater risk from developing more severe illness or
suffer from the complications of influenza, such as pneumonia. Every year, more than 36,000 Americans die from
influenza-related complications.
How is influenza spread?
Influenza is spread by respiratory droplets from close contact with infected persons or contact with contaminated
surfaces or objects. Infection can occur when influenza viruses contact the eyes, mouth, or nose, and possibly
through inhaling droplets from a sneeze or cough. Sometimes people may become infected by touching surfaces or
objects contaminated with influenza viruses and then touching their eyes, mouth, or nose. Infected adults may be
able to spread the virus to others about one day before they develop symptoms and up to five days after becoming
sick. That means that you may be able to spread the flu to someone else before you even know you are sick,
as well as while you are sick.
What are the symptoms of influenza?
Symptoms usually include: fever, chills, headache, cough, sore throat, muscle aches. Symptoms usually start about
1-4 days after being exposed and last 2-7 days.
How do I know if I have influenza?
A health care professional usually diagnoses influenza by looking at your symptoms. Sometimes your nose will be
swabbed and tested for the influenza virus.
How is influenza treated?
Influenza is usually treated with fever reducers, throat or cough drops, water, and plenty of rest. If the diagnosis
is made at the very beginning of the illness, a doctor may prescribe antiviral medication.
How can I protect myself from influenza?
The best protection is to get a flu shot every year before the flu season starts. Since influenza viruses change
over time, it is important to get a shot each year. Each year the vaccine is remade to include the types of flu virus
expected to cause illness during that flu season. The vaccine begins to protect you within a few days after
vaccination, but the vaccine is not fully effective until about 14 days after vaccination. Good respiratory hygiene is
important to prevent the spread of ALL respiratory infections, including influenza.
 Use your elbow or upper arm, instead of your hands, or a tissue to cover your mouth and nose or when you
cough or sneeze. Immediately throw used tissues into the wastebasket.
 To clean your hands after coughing or sneezing, wash with soap and water, or clean with alcohol-based hand
cleaner if water is not available.
 Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
 If you get influenza, stay home from work, school, and social gatherings. This will help prevent others from
catching your illness and gives your body the rest it needs to recover.
 Try not to touch your eyes, nose, or mouth. Many diseases often spread this way.
 For additional information on influenza, please visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Web site at:http://www.cdc.gov/flu/.
(This article from Indiana Department of Health website http://www.in.gov/isdh/22104.htm)
Transportation Job Openings
Looking for a great part-time job, extra source of income, or a new career? Maybe Driving
a School Bus is your Answer! Franklin Township’s Transportation Department will be
hosting a Free 2 day course to get you started. Anyone interested in obtaining their Class B
CDL License with the P and S endorsements to drive a school bus should plan to attend.
Classes will be 8:00am till 4:00pm on December 29th and 30th, 2014. We will break for
lunch from 11:30 to 12:15. Class will be held at the Transportation Facility, located at 8730
Indian Creek Rd. Indianapolis, IN. 46259. Please contact our office at 317-862-2314 to
reserve a seat and answer any questions.
Notes From The Art Department
The Art Club and Painting Club visited
Aspen Trace on Thursday for a community
art share evening with the Grandmas and
Grandpas of our community. This concludes
all art clubs for the rest of the year.
While Art Clubs will not be offered in the
spring, we have a new club to share with
students. Miss West will host a Technology
Club for the spring. Thank you for the
last few years of art clubs, it has been a
lot of fun! This spring, I'm hoping to
develop my classroom and curriculum more
and perhaps in the future, will pick back
up on the art clubs. Thank you again
for your participation and
appreciation for our arts!
STAR EXPRESS
Download the FREE smart phone app for iPhone
and Android users, School Lunch by Nutrislice.
View more information about each food, including
a photo description and selected allergen
information. Also, visit the new website:
http://ftcsc.nutrislice.com
BE A GIRL SCOUT!!!
The Adam’s first grade Daisy Girl Scout Troop has
a few openings. We meet right after school until
5:30 on the 1st and 3rd Monday’s of each
month. Join us and begin “The Adventure of a
Lifetime”.
Contact: Tanya Reust at smtwnkygirl@yahoo.com
Adams Apple