Pocatello Community Charter School

Adventures Ahead this week at PCCS!
1/2 crews are camping.
Explorers headed to the ISU Challenge Tower.
Cross Country Meet in IF.
After School Choir begins. (It's not too late to join choir! Sign your student up here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScPSRZGHzsGVEQq0YsI4SMwfh76XOo7qtAh5nmaBWiy-W3jwg/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=103847475417445016955 )

Missing out on Pay to Wear Day was a bummer last week as was the cancelled 5th/6th grades float trip due to the school cancellation. Pay to Wear is many students' favorite day of the month. We have, however, rescheduled both for tomorrow, Friday September 5th. K-4 students may wear non-uniform articles of clothing for $1 donation per item, and 5th through 8th students may wear school-appropriate non-dress code items (ie. hats and jeans with holes in the knee). As a reminder, Pay to Wear is a monthly fundraiser which supports supplies like tents, backpacks, and snow shoes for our adventure program. Also, all donations to the school including Pay to Wear, adventure fees, etc., are all eligible for the Idaho tax credit which repays 50% of the donation (up to $500 for individual, $100 per couple filing jointly, and $5000 per corporation).

PCCS has an after school choir! They will begin meeting next Tuesday, September 9th.

From Mrs. Barlow:
I am so excited to get our after school choir up and running again! This choir is for all interested students 3rd grade and up. We will meet Tuesday afternoons from 3:30 to 4:30 in the multi-purpose room. We will meet every Tuesday that there is school. The choir will perform at least once in the winter for a winter/holiday concert (TBA), and at least once in the spring, for Music Festival. It is possible that other performances might pop up. Students who wish to participate should come to our first rehearsal on Tuesday, September 9.

All students who attend choir will be expected to be on their best behavior.

All students who are in the multipurpose room after school will be expected to sing with the choir.

Choir ends at 4:30, all students must be picked up no later than 4:45.

I’m looking forward to making great music with your kiddos!

Please register your child for choir by filling out the google form found here or at the QR code in the image posted: https://forms.gle/1YTMHnGh4EkqHeS1A


Thank you!

A great way to tell that school is back in session? Finding fun things like these on the walls! 🌟Self portraits 🌟Colorful hands 🌟"Best parts of me" 🌟"Symmetry Monsters" (made out of the shape of their name) And 🌟"Angry Bananas chasing happy grapes around bowls of singing cherries"

At PCCS, we love offering multiple extracurricular activities throughout the year! If your child is looking to build teamwork, explore creativity, or challenge themselves academically, we have an activity for them!
We offer:
🏀 Girls & Boys Basketball
🏐 Co-Ed Volleyball
🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️ Cross Country
🎶 Choir
🖨 IDX 3D Printing Club
🔬Science Olympiad
And we are always open to new ideas if parents are interested in starting up other after school activities. In the past, we have had a garden club, crochet club, robotics club, among others.
These programs are such a great way for students to discover new passions, make new friends, and grow beyond the classroom.
🗓Watch for announcements and sign up details as each season begins!

🍎🥪SCHOOL LUNCH ORDERING🥪🍎
It's time to order hot lunch for your kiddos! Each week, the cutoff to order for the next week, is by Friday at 10 AM!
If you want lunches for your child next week, now is the time to order! Sign in to MealManage to order.

Tomorrow's the day! We're so excited to have kids in these halls and rooms! Make sure you know how the parking lot works for drop off and pick up!

Back to school in TWO DAYS! As your kiddos plan their first day outfits it may be helpful to review the uniform policy for K-4, and the dress code for 5-8. (Uniform Policy is pictured, see Dress Code below). We can't wait to see all those sharp dressed kiddos walking into school ready to have an awesome year! PCCS Dress Code for 5th-8th Grade Students Dress Code Purpose Statement The purpose of our dress code is to strike a balance between allowing students the freedom to express themselves through their attire and maintaining a respectful, distraction-free learning environment. We aim to support student autonomy in clothing choices while ensuring that all attire is appropriate for an educational setting. Our goal is to foster a sense of decorum and community, where all students can focus on their studies without unnecessary distractions. By adhering to these guidelines, we promote an atmosphere of mutual respect and academic excellence. Tops should include either a long sleeve or short sleeve. Tank tops, spaghetti straps, etc. are not permitted. Shorts should have a minimum 3-inch inseam, and skirts should be of a similar length. Clothing should be in relatively good condition generally free from rips, tears, and tattering. Clothing should be of length, size, fit, and style to cover all sensitive areas of the body and undergarments. Clothing may not be sheer or transparent. Clothing that would be considered a costume, sleep wear, or clothing that would otherwise provide unnecessary distraction to the learning environment is only allowed on special occasions with expressed permission from the teacher. Clothing may feature brand logos, provided they do not contain any inappropriate language or imagery that could be described as derogatory, abusive, sexually explicit, profane, demeaning, or advocating, alcohol, drugs, or illegal activity. School "gear" like Run-a-Thon, MOSS, and athletics shirts are encouraged. Footwear must be appropriate for outdoor activities and P.E. Footwear may have open toes but must have a strap in back. Soles may be no more than 1.5” thick. All footwear must be worn with socks. Jackets which do not meet dress code may be worn outside but must be removed after entering the building. Students still wear dress uniform on dress uniform days such as conferences, Speech Festival, Music Festival, etc.

5 DAYS TIL WE'RE BACK TO SCHOOL! Double check your supply list! Need an extra glue stick or two? Better to grab them now before the back-to-school rush! Also, if you're having trouble gathering supplies, please talk to your child's teacher. We're here to help! Supply lists can be found at this link: https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/724/Pocatello_Community_Charter_School/5717778/2025-2026_Supply_List_-_Master_Copy.pdf

Only 6 days until the hallways are filled with smiles! Here’s a sneak peek of how things are shaping up- getting ready! ❗️NEW PARENTS❗️ Please don't forget our New Parent Orientation tonight, August 13th, at 5:30 pm in the multipurpose room here at the school. New PCCS parents are strongly encouraged to attend. PCCS is not like other schools. We are weird in many wonderful ways on purpose, and this orientation will cover all of the major areas where you will likely have questions.

We are hiring! We are looking for Two- 19 hr Special Education Assistants (2 positions) 19 hr Education Assistant for Middle School Science If you are, or someone you know is interested, they can drop off resume to the front office, or email it to alli.flores@pccs.k12.id.us

BOOK FAIR NEXT WEEK! VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! It's everyone's favorite, the Buy One Get One Free Book Fair. A great way to stick up for summer reading. The Book Fair runs best with volunteer help. Please visit this link to find a time you can help us out: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090B4EA4A823A0FD0-56571280-pccs

May Lunch Menu Remember to order lunches for the next week by Friday at 10 AM. Please note that all students need to bring a packed lunch for field day, Thursday, May 22nd

The PTO will be holding their monthly meeting tonight. Join us in the school library and online. Monday, May 5 · 6:30 – 7:30pm Time zone: America/Denver Google Meet joining info Video call link: https://meet.google.com/mvu-noag-mnm Or dial: ‪(US) +1 551-333-3465‬ PIN: ‪923 458 366‬# ALSO!! What a beautiful time of year! There’s no better time to make a difference in your child’s education than now! Research tells us that the more we are involved in our children’s school, the better their test scores are, and the more positive their overall educational experience is. Being active in the PTO is a fantastic place to start! The PTO has two openings for officers for the 2025-2027 school years at this time. The following positions are available to be filled : President and Treasurer. Below you will find a description of the responsibilities of each position. President: Presides at General PTO meetings and Executive Board meetings, serves as the official representative of the PTO, and retains all official records of the PTO. Treasurer: Serves as custodian of the PTO finances, collects revenue, pays authorized expenses, reports financial activity monthly, prepares year end financial report, facilitates an audit annually, and holds all financial records. Please click the link below to vote for the next PTO President and Treasurer https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSevUqQKDBXmDAlPfKhsvMyLsTqtBczG-vEUIqtEhQK-X2KCzg/viewform Elections end May 10th and winners will be announced May 16th.

We can't wait to see the students dressed as their mentors tomorrow!

It's time for our annual celebration in music; PCCS Music Festival 2025! The students and staff have worked hard preparing an entertaining evening showcasing our great school. Our theme this year is "Do You Believe in Magic?". Come listen as we celebrate the magic of life through music! Every grade level will perform, as well as our choirs and the staff. Admission is $3 per person at the door. (PCCS students do not have to pay admission, they're the performers!) This $3 charge simply helps to cover some of the cost of using this amazing facility. It is such a wonderful experience for the students to perform in this top notch performing arts center. Thank you for your continued support in helping us cover the cost! The festival is Thursday April 17th at 6:30 pm, at the Stephen's Performing Arts Center. (The original school calendar for this year had the date as Wednesday, April 16th, however, we were unable to reserve the SPAC for that date. Fortunately, they had the very next day available, hence the change in date.) Students should arrive by 6:15 to find their seats. They should also be in dress uniform. This means navy blue logo shirts tucked into khaki pants, skirts, or skorts. Belts should be worn on bottoms with belt loops. Tights, if worn, should be in a solid uniform color. See you there!

Save the Date! It's almost time for our annual celebration in music; PCCS Music Festival 2025! The students and staff are working hard preparing an entertaining evening showcasing our great school. Our theme this year is "Do You Believe in Magic?". Come listen as we celebrate the magic of life through music! Every grade level will perform, as well as our choirs and the staff. Admission is $3 per person (PCCS students do not have to pay admission, they're the performers!) This $3 charge simply helps to cover some of the cost of using this amazing facility. It is such a wonderful experience for the students to perform in this top notch performing arts center. Thank you for your continued support in helping us cover the cost! The festival is Thursday April 17th at 6:30 pm, at the Stephen's Performing Arts Center. (The original school calendar for this year had the date as Wednesday, April 16th, however, we were unable to reserve the SPAC for that date. Fortunately, they had the very next day available, hence the change in date.)

March Lunch Menu Remember to order lunches for the next week by Friday at 10 AM. Consider ordering before spring break so you don't forget!

PCCS Adventures ahead for the week of March 17-21

March lunch menu! Better late than never?