4th Grade Career Day

The fourth grade would like to say a big THANK YOU to the following people who made this day so wonderful:

Cynthia Perdue - photographer

Rhonda from Bays Mountain (she also donated family passes to each student)

Aaron West from the Sullivan County Animal Shelter

Our very own Nurse Laura

Dr. Cherry - veterinarian

ISE's GOT TALENT

Forget America! ISE's got the talent! The students of ISE put on an awesome talent show this morning. The kids enjoyed a great morning as they were treated by their fellow students to some wonderful talent. Great job to all the kids who participated and had the courage to get up in front of all their classmates to perform!

5th Grade Would Like to Thank...

...the following businesses for supporting 5th Grade Graduation through donations towards appreciation gifts:

Applebee's

Olive Garden

Texas Roadhouse

Chik-Fil-A

Marble Slab

Hardees

Chili's
Jersey Mike's Sub Shop
Wal-Mart
Office Depot
Food City

We appreciate these businesses!!

Spelling Bee Champs!

The annual 4th grade spelling bee was held on Thursday AND Friday, May 20-21!! The 4th graders did an outstanding job, so much that we had to continue the bee for DAY TWO!!

The top six winners were: Elijah Cox, Joseph Aquino, Abigail Fox, Hallie Miracle, Julie Bowman, and Porter Smelser.

Congratulations!

Proudly submitted by Mrs. Calhoun, Mrs. Robinette, and Mrs. Mains.

4th Grade Clover Bowl Competes in Regionals!

The Indian Springs 4th Grade Clover Bowl Team came in 5th place (out of 22 teams) in the Eastern Regional Finals held May 12 in Knoxville. The team included: Amanda Maine, Abby Rose VanBuren, Porter Smelser, and Elijah Cox. Making the trip to Knoxville were two alternate team members - Austin Bullis and Dylan Powell.


Jack Barnes and Walter Malone visited the 4th grade on Tuesday, May 18 to congratulate the Clover Bowl Team and Alternates! Go 4H!


Submitted by Mrs. Mains, Mrs. Robinette, and Mrs. Calhoun.

Civil War Re-Enactment

The Civil War was reenacted for fourth graders on Thursday, May 13. We welcomed Carter Manis and Austin Ramsey from the 5th grade. Christian Thomas, a 6th grader from Holston Middle, completed the team.


Teachers and students were impressed by their knowledge and role play. Once again, history comes alive for our ISES students!


Submitted by Mrs. Mains, Mrs. Robinette, and Mrs. Calhoun.

Carpool Entrance Improvements!

The Grounds and Facilities committee has been hard at work improving our landscaping at the carpool entrance. Thanks to Mrs. Counts and Mrs. Lancaster and their families, plus Mr. Winchell and other helpers who made it happen! This low-maintenance landscape is consistent with our front entrance and will help keep this area neat and tidy.


The Fifth Grade Legacy project this year ties into the carpool area improvements. The PTA provides a $200 budget each year for the fifth grade class to leave its "legacy" at the school in the form of a lasting improvement. The Class of 2010 chose to provide a seating area at the carpool entrance. This will be useful for parents who are waiting to pick up children, and will also give children a place to sit while waiting on parents.


Funding for all these improvements was provided by the PTA, so thanks also go out to all who support the PTA through Walkathon and other fundraisers!

Civic-Minded 5th Graders

On April 1st, several 5th grade students attended the 4-H Citizenship Short Course at the County offices in Blountville.


Attending were Emma Thurston, Carter Manis, Drew Robinette, Madalin Scott, and Austin Ramsey, seen below with Mayor Steve Godsey.


This event was sponsored by Farm Bureau and the UT Extension Office. Students toured all the county offices in Blountville, learning about and meeting our local government officials. They also met with executives from each office who explained their jobs and some of their duties. The students toured the Court House, went inside a court room, and talked with a local judge. They also visited the 911 Dispatch and a crime investigation room. It was a very educational morning spent learning about our county's government!

WE LOVE ISE TEACHERS & STAFF!

The staff enjoyed breakfast on Tuesday, lunch on Wednesday, and snacks on Thursday in honor of Teacher Appreciation Week. On Friday, the teachers were given a jar of m&m's with a sweet verse attached.
We are very blessed to have wonderful and caring teachers and staff here at Indian Springs...you all are the best and are very much appreciated!!!!!!!!!

Many thanks to Marilyn Cotter and Keisha Phillips for all of their hard work and time they put into organizing this fantastic week! Also a big thank you to all of the parents who helped make this week a success as well.

Teacher Appreciation Week!

Monday, May 3 was the first day of Teacher Appreciation Week. Each teacher and staff member received an invitation to the week's events, as well as a sweet little matchbook with a piece of chocolate tucked inside. We greatly appreciate our ISE teachers and staff...thanks for all you do!

First Grade Music Program

On Monday, May 3, the first grade students presented the musical play "E-I-E-I Oops!". The students did a wonderful job, and the program was enjoyed by everyone. Many thanks to Mrs. Edwards, the first grade teachers, and parents who made this a success!