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Kalida Elementary November Newsletter

Posted Date: 11/06/25 (01:37 PM)


The word 'PRIDE' is displayed with each letter inside a paw print.

Kalida Elementary Newsletter

November 2025

A stylized paw print in gold and maroon.

Wildcat PRIDE Program

November’s Theme- Gratitude
Week of November 3rd- Say Please, Thank you, & Excuse me when it is appropriate.
Week of November 10th- Don’t ask for a reward.
Week of November 17th- Appreciate what you have by taking care of your property.
Illustration promoting a Parent-Teacher Conference, featuring smiling children.

Parent/Teacher Conference Online Sign-up

P/T Conferences will be held Thursday, Nov. 20 from 5:00-8:00 and Monday, Nov. 24 from 3:30-7:30. Kalida Local Schools will be using PTCFast.com to make Parent/Teacher Conference signups as convenient as possible.

 

PTO Raffle & Poinsettia Sale

The PTO will hold a raffle during parent-teacher conferences. Tickets will be $1 each or 6/$5 and will be sold during conference hours.
 
The PTO is also running a Poinsettia sale again this year. Information was sent home with students.  
 
Illustration of pumpkins, a pilgrim hat, and a sign that reads 'Give Thanks'.

November Food & Bingo Drive

With November’s theme being gratitude, KES will host a Food & Bingo Item Drive from November 10-21. Students in grades 2 & 3 can donate items for the food pantry, and students in grades K, 1, & 4 can donate items for the bingo cart at the Meadows of Kalida. Some of our older students will deliver the items to the Ottawa Food Pantry & Meadows of Kalida in December. Please see the attached flyer for the needed items. 
Cartoon image of an elf playing a guitar, with a Christmas tree and other elves.

Kalida Elementary Christmas Program

Music & Band students in grades 1-6 will perform in the Christmas Program, “The Elves’ Impersonator” on Monday, December 8th, at 7:00. A rehearsal is held at 1:45 PM. Any grandparents or parents who are not able to attend the evening performance are welcome to attend the afternoon rehearsal. The evening performance will be held at 7:00 PM. PTO will hold a 50/50 drawing at the afternoon & evening performance
 

Students of the Month

Congratulations to our October students of the month. These students were nominated by their teacher for showing integrity and modeling the essentials for the month. Way to be great role models & for showing your Wildcat PRIDE!
 
Cartoon children stand above the words 'Kindergarten Registration'.

Kindergarten Registration 2026-2027

Kindergarten registration will open on December 1st for the 26-27 school year. More information will be sent out and posted closer to the date. 
A 3D rendering of the words 'Thank You' in gold and red.

Thank You…

The 4th-grade Red Ribbon Week Committee for the fun week of student activities.
 

Calendar of Events

November 11                     Veterans Day
November 20                    P/T Conferences (5:00-8:00 PM)
November 24                    P/T Conferences (3:30-7:30 PM)
November 24-30              No School – Thanksgiving Break
December 8                      Elementary Christmas Program
December 18                    PTO sponsored Shannon Theatre Movie Day 1
December 19                    PTO sponsored Shannon Theatre Movie Day 2
December 19                    2 Hour Early Dismissal
Dec. 22-Jan. 4                  No School – Christmas Break

 
A flyer announces a KES Food & Bingo Prize Drive from November 10-21.