11.6 Staff Newsletter

Posted Date: 11/06/26 (10:01 AM)

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The Weekly Wingspan

IPS Staff Newsletter

November 6, 2026

A cartoon eagle wearing a pilgrim hat and scarf, with the text "Staff WINGSPAN November Edition" against an autumn background.

Week at a Glance

Monday 11/9:

Bagged Lunches - Classes eat in classroom
Veteran Program at 2:00 pm
SAC Meeting 4:15 pm in Media

Tuesday 11/10:

Staff Jean Jacket Day!
Mrs. Merchant off campus at Principal Meeting
Collaborative Planning during planning periods in 528
PTO Meeting 4:30 pm in Media

Wednesday 11/11:

Veterans Day NO SCHOOL

Thursday 11/12:

Underground Spirit Day: Wear Black
Building the Story: Whole Staff Meeting 8:15 am in Media

Friday 11/13:

World Kindness Day

A November school calendar decorated with fall themes, plaid bows, and daily gratitude activities.

Our Superpower Is YOU!

Eagles,

With the candy wrappers clearing and the costumes officially stored, we’ve powered through the post-Halloween sugar glow. It was incredible seeing both our students and staff bring so much superhero energy and spirit to the building! Welcome to November; let’s keep that amazing power going strong.

You are all greatly appreciated and really are the True Superheroes!

-Cochran

A flyer titled "Let's Play Turkey In Your Pocket RULES" featuring cartoon turkeys, autumn leaves, and ten game rules for staff.

A banner with blue and yellow text reading 'STAFF Positive Referral' and 'Recognize, Appreciate, Celebrate'.

🌟 Positive Referral Spotlight 🌟

Congratulations to this week’s Positive Referral recipients!

Megan Barber
Gwenn Bean
Karen Kanter
Brooke Clarke
Sarah Fiske
Matt Biggs
Krista Daniels
Morgan Wayman

We’re excited to recognize these staff members for their dedication, teamwork, and commitment to making a positive difference. Whether they were recognized for going above and beyond to support a fellow staff member or for creating a positive experience for those we serve, their hard work and willingness to help do not go unnoticed!

Thank you for all that you do!

A flyer for Inverness Primary School's Holiday Luncheon on Thursday, December 3, 2026, featuring a holiday bow and holly graphic.

Reminders

Veteran Program is 11/9 at 2:00 p.m. We will have bagged lunches this day.
Whole Staff Meeting Thursday, November 12th at 8:15 a.m. in Media.
Midterms are emailed on November 18th.
Picture Retakes are November 19th.
Foundation Fest is 12/4 from 6-10 pm at CF.
Staff Christmas Party 12/12 at 6:00 pm at Copp in Crystal River.

A promotional flyer for the 13th Annual Foundation Fest, an evening event with a band, silent auction, and contest details.

Spotlight on November Birthdays

A birthday graphic featuring a background of colorful autumn leaves with the text 'TO ALL THOSE BORN IN NOVEMBER Happy Birthday'.

Staff Birthday Shoutouts

6th - Susan McKinlay

14th - Darla Kell

16th - Jim McIntyre

23rd - Monique Sinibaldi

24th - Ann King

30th - Tomika Davis