IV Eagle Flyby - January 12, 2024

Renovation Update & Rain 
The renovation project continues to move forward, and Phase 6 is scheduled to be completed by the Spring Holiday. One weather-related challenge that we have confronted recently is the development of roof leaks in certain areas of the building. As you know, this past month we experienced almost 10 inches of rain which is more than double our usual amount.  This had led to leaking in some of our classroom spaces and caused us to temporarily relocate a few classes to other instructional areas. We have been working diligently with our contractors to deploy short-term roofing repairs.  For the long term, there is a plan to replace the entire roof at our school over the next two summers, prioritizing the problem areas. Most students and staff that were relocated due to the leaks returned to their regular classrooms today and we plan to be fully back to normal next Tuesday.  I am so proud of our students and staff who have been amazing and flexible throughout all phases of the renovation.  We are hoping for dryer weather and loving the new look of IV!

IV Ski and Snowboarding Club
The IV Ski and Snowboarding Club begins their excursions to Spring Mountain this month. Below are the dates and locations where they are heading. Contact Mrs. Heather Gossler at hgossler@soudertonsd.org or Ms. Lauren Douglas at ldouglas@soudertonsd.org for additional information.

• Wednesday, January 17, 2024 – Spring Mountain
• Wednesday, January 31, 2024 - Spring Mountain
• Wednesday, February 7, 2024 - Spring Mountain
• Wednesday, February 21, 2024 – Spring Mountain
• Wednesday, February 28, 2024 – Bear Creek

FID (Flexible Instructional Day)
The weather forecast for next week is calling for snow on Tuesday. Please refer to Flexible Instructional Days Web page for information in the event that a FID is called due to the inclement weather.

Course Selection Presentation to 8^th Grade Parents
All current 8^th grade parents are encouraged to attend the 9^th grade course selection presentation at the high school on Monday, January 22, 2024, at 6:30 PM. The presentation is in the high school auditorium. Questions about the presentation can be directed to Ms. Jennifer Toby at jtoby@soudertonsd.org or Mrs. Kristen Raught at kraught@soudertonsd.org.

Spirit Week – January 16 through 19 / Activity Night – January 19
Next week is our Winter Spirit Week.

• Tuesday, January 16 – Hoodie and Flannel Pants Day (Wear your best hoodie and flannel pants)
• Wednesday, January 17 – Jersey Day (Support your favorite team.)
• Thursday, January 18 – Teacher/Student Swap Day (Dress like a teacher for the day.)
• Friday, January 19 – Soudy Pride (6^th grade wear red, 7^th grade wear white, 8^th grade wear black)

The Winter Activity Night is from 7-9 PM in the gym and cafeteria. There is no entry fee. Food and drinks will be sold throughout the evening. A reminder that the vending machines will not be operable during the event. A cornhole tournament, bingo, and trivia are some of the events scheduled.

Volunteer Opportunities (IV Helping Hands)    

Parents can sign up to volunteer online.    

Signing up on this site does not commit you. A separate communication for each event will provide activity information and solicit your volunteer commitment (could include set up, chaperoning, fundraising, donating food or other items, event support, etc.). Thank you to all parents for your support in making this program successful.   

Below are volunteer opportunities. 

• Lunch Destress/Disconnect Sign Up (Daily) - Sign Up
• Soon to be added: Activity Night on Friday, January 19. Look for Mrs. Bauer to post on SignUp Genius.

Thank you to all the parents that have helped volunteering throughout the year!

Calendar
Please see the IV Web site calendar for upcoming events. 

See previous Eagle Flyby's.