Teacher Luncheon Memories...

Thankfully the weather let up long enough for us to hold our annual Teacher/Staff Appreciation Luncheon on Friday, February 12th. Thank you to every person who sent in a donation, donated a door prize or dessert, sat with the classes, helped with setup, serving, and cleanup, and all the other jobs it takes to put on our fabulous luncheon! And of course many thanks to our organizing committee: Kim Barker, Marilyn Cotter, Keesha Phillips, and Lisa Dugger. See below for pictures of the event!

Close-ups of our beautiful table decor...



Putting the finishing touches on everything...


What a great spread! Braeden's Barbecue catered the main meal, and parents brought in scrumptious desserts. Madagascar provided some really delicious coffee!



The teachers and staff enjoyed a well-deserved time of relaxation and fellowship with each other...

Everyone was invited to "cast your heart" for door prizes...


Two of our lucky winners!!

(Mrs. Olinger)

(Ms. Sparks)

Thanks again to all who made this wonderful day possible for our teachers!

Food Drive Success!

Thank you to all who sent in food items to support the Second Harvest Food Bank. Thanks to the 4th grade for organizing and leading this effort at ISE!

1602 food items were donated by our families! This will really help Second Harvest, particularly with their "kid packs" that are sent home with children who need extra food on the weekends and over school breaks.

See pics below of the food items being loaded by the 4th graders into the van for transport to Second Harvest.







Great job ISE!

Food Drive to Celebrate 100th Day of School

In recognition of the 100th day of school, we will be participating in a food drive for Second Harvest Food Bank. The items will be used to fill "kid packs" and distributed to needy kids in our area. Each homeroom has the goal of collecting 100 items. Needed items are listed below:

16 oz cans of soup
Spaghetti-Os
Ravioli
Individual cereal packs
16 oz jars of peanut butter
Breakfast bars

Please bring items to your homeroom by February 2nd, 2010.

Thanks for your support!

Third Grade Program

On Monday, December 14, the students and staff of Indian Springs were treated to a fun program presented by the third grade. Great job Mrs. Edwards, third graders, third grade teachers, and all of the parents who helped make this happen!

Merry Christmas!

Friday morning all of Indian Springs enjoyed a wonderful program by the ISE Chorus, followed by everyone joining in singing some Christmas carols, and ending with some special entertainment by the teachers. What wonderful talented students and teachers we have here at Indian Springs! A special thanks to Mrs. Edwards for all of her hard work! The following clip is of the teachers on stage acting out the "Twelve Days of Christmas". The children cheered as each teacher was announced and loved watching them...what fun! Thanks to Mrs. Nelson, Mrs. Mumpower, Mr. Holly, Mrs. Arnold, Mrs. Sparks, Mrs. Smith, Mrs. Jessee, Mrs. Carpenter, Mr. Winchell, Mrs. Lancaster, Mrs. Robinette, and Mr. Dale!!!!

Several very talented teachers blessed us by beautifully singing "Oh Holy Night"...they were AMAZING! Thanks to Mrs. Robinette, Mrs. Jessee, Mrs. Fields, Mrs. Craft, Mrs. Conrad, Mrs. Horne, and Mrs. Edwards!!!!! Enjoy this little clip...

May you all have a MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!!!!

4H Public Speaking Contest

The Sullivan County 4H Public Speaking Contest was held on December 14th at the Sullivan County Board of Education Building.

Seventeen 4th graders participated!! It was simply amazing! To a crowd of parents, teachers, judges and grandparents, the children from ISE gave their speeches/readings in splendor.

Speech winners from ISE: 2nd place, Kendra Sybert, 3rd place, Hallie Looney.

Reading winners from ISE: 1st place, Amanda Maine, 2nd place, Christopher Bradley.


We are indeed honored to submit this photo to our ISE website.

Mrs. Mains, Mrs. Robinette, and Mrs. Calhoun

Craft Day for Mrs. Smith and her 2nd Graders!

Mrs. Smith's 2nd grade class had a wonderful yet busy Craft Day on Friday, December 4th. They made all sorts of fun crafts like bird feeder snowmen, puzzle picture frames, wreath and candy cane beaded ornaments, and cinnamon gingerbread men that will make any home smell like Christmas!

Thanks to all the moms who were able to send things in and/or come and help out!

ISE Artist Display at the Kingsport Town Center

If you have a chance please thank Mrs. Webb for displaying ISE artwork in the Kingsport Town Center throughout the month of November. On November 12, the Mall held a nice reception for the students and their families and gave each participant a certificate. Our thanks go out to Mrs. Webb!

It's Beginning to Look...

... a lot like Christmas at ISE, thanks to Mrs. Counts and Mrs. Lancaster of the Grounds and Facilities committee. The lighted Christmas tree and garland at the entrance to the school make things nice and festive!

We would also like to thank Peggy Hatcher for creating these beautiful wreaths to adorn our front door!

Fourth Grade Caring

ISE 4th grade students made soft fleecy pillows for residents at Greystone Health Care Center.

Residents touched, hugged, and squeezed the pillows once they were told "children ages 9 and 10 made this just for you."

Along with the pillow, the students also sent a Christmas greeting.

Mrs. Robinette sang "The First Noel."

ISE once again has shared the true meaning of Christmas.

Submitted on 12/3/09 by Mains, Robinette, and Calhoun.