"We have a lot to work on, but a lot to work with," says Coach Kale after last night's scrimmage against North Mahaska in Chariton. While the team is still fine-tuning things, there's plenty of excitement for the season ahead!
A huge shoutout to Dawson Laxon for earning Captain of the Week! 🙌 His leadership is a testament to the fact that no matter your age, you can make a big impact on and off the court. 🔥
Stay tuned for more updates as we get closer to the season! 💪
JH Girls Basketball Picture Day Update!
Attention all Junior High girls basketball players and parents only:
Picture day has been rescheduled to Monday, December 11th, immediately after school.
We postponed the original date to allow time for our new uniforms to arrive.
See you there! 🏀📸
Parents/guardians and community members - We were asked to share a message to see if there is interest in starting a Twin Cedars youth archery club. If so, volunteer leaders are needed.
The National Archery in Schools Program (NASP) is ran through the Iowa DNR . It's a club sport program for students in grades 4-12, like the shooting sports team. This program runs November-February and several volunteers are needed. Some coaches would need to take a certification class, but there is no experience necessary.
Please email bhammann@twincedarscsd.org if you are interested.
Dear parents and guardians,
It’s hard to believe that we are nearing the end of the first semester of the 2024-25 school year. I’m writing with a few updates and reminders as we close out 2024.
Four-day School Week Survey- Input Requested
As you are aware, our district made a significant change in moving to a four-day school week. As we begin planning for the 2025-26 school year calendar, we would like your feedback about this change to ensure we are meeting the intended goals. A survey link was sent to your email. We will be asking students in grades 7-12 and staff for their feedback as well.
Calendar Updates
We have consolidated to a single-source online daily calendar of events (Bound) that includes activities (sports, fine arts, concerts, speech, special events etc.) as well as no school days and early outs. Use this as the best source of information. If an event has been added, changed or canceled, the district will input this information into Bound and it updates immediately. This is especially important during the winter months.
Options to view the calendar
www.twincedarscsd.org - Click on the Daily Events icon
Download the free Twin Cedars School District app from your app store, click on menu and then Daily Events
Download the free Bound app, choose Twin Cedars, and click the calendar icon in the upper left corner.
Upcoming Schedule Highlights
The winter sports season begins with the first home basketball games on Monday, December 9. Good luck to all of the athletes! Thanksgiving break is November 27-29, and there is no school on Monday, December 2. The Winter Break is December 23-January 3, and a reminder that we DO have school on Monday, January 6.
No School Days Due to Inclement Weather
In the event of no school days, late starts and early outs due to inclement weather, we will utilize Mondays to make up instructional time rather than adding days onto the end of the school year. We will announce the plan to make up for inclement weather-related instructional time late winter or early spring.
If you are not receiving school notifications, please contact a school office to be sure we have your accurate contact information on file (emails and cell phone numbers). And, be sure to remind your student(s) to dress appropriately for the winter weather so that we can enjoy as much outside recess time as possible.
I want to thank students and staff for their hard work, and parents and community members for their continued support of our district. I wish you and your family all the best as we head into the holiday season.
Sincerely,
Scott Bridges
Superintendent
Twin Cedars
Calendar Survey Reminder
TIME CHANGE
Reminder:
• Away games are on Monday, the 25th.
• Tuesday, the 26th: Senior banner pictures will be taken right after school, followed by team pictures with Vanderbeek.
Picture forms will be sent home Monday with athletes. The cost for senior banners is $30, and checks should be made payable to the Booster Club.
The Construction Trades classes are taking orders for cutting boards and trays with handles! This is their annual fundraiser and is a great Christmas present! Trays are $35 and approximately 20”x11” with handles. Cutting Boards are 14"x8" and are $25. $5 extra for engraving. Order by Dec. 6th for our Christmas guarantee!
Good luck to Slater Thomas and his teammates as they head to Tulsa this weekend! Slater will be competing at 108 in the 15U bracket. Catch all the action live on FloSports with a membership. Let’s go, Slater!
🎉 Shoutout to the Booster Club! 🎉
A huge thank you to our amazing Booster Club for sponsoring the football players’ trip to the UNI-Dome today to watch the state playoff game! 🏈💙 Your support makes opportunities like this possible. Go, Sabers! 💪✨
Monday, November 25th @ Chariton.
This will be Varisty Boys ONLY.
12 Days of Christmas Elementary Dress up Days 2024! Let's bring the holiday spirit!!
Parent/guardian feedback requested - check your email for a survey link!
There will be an informational meeting this Thursday at 5:30pm for any 6th-11th grader interested in traveling to Washington DC/Gettysburg in April 2026. The meeting will be in Mr.Ginger's room at the high school.
There will be no open gym Sunday 11/17. Reminder to check Bound for practice times for Monday.
🎭🏀 This Week's Highlights 🏀🎭
🎭 Drama Practice, Tues-Fri
6:30-7:30 AM, HS Cafeteria
Twin Cedars CSD still has the following coaching openings for the 24/25 school year! If you are interested in getting into coaching and want to join a great school district then please reach out to tbricker@twincedarscsd.org!
Twin Cedars CSD is always looking for substitute help! If you are interested in becoming a sub in the district or have any questions please reach out to mvarese@twincedarscsd.org! Come join a great school district.
Today Mrs. Geetings read aloud, 'Just Like Caitlin' to the second grade class. The students learned that it's good to begin dreaming BIG at an early age. Turns out, many years ago when Caitlin Clark was in second grade she wrote on a note that her dream was to play in the WNBA. All across Iowa, second grade students are receiving a free copy of the book, 'Just Like Caitlin' generously gifted by Dickson and Luann Jensen- proud Iowans, business owners, parents, coaches, and grandparents. The Jensen family hopes to inspire students in Iowa to dream big... just like Caitlin.
Join us for a Financial Aid Night to learn about paying for higher education on November 21st at 5pm. We will have an ICAN Representative here to discuss loans, financial aid, and scholarships! This information is geared towards Juniors & Seniors but everyone is welcome!
