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🐾 Dear IC School Families,
Monday is the day! We are so excited to welcome our students back to IC!

The moment our students enter the building is something teachers look forward to all summer—the smiling faces, excitement, and eagerness to learn. The first day is always special, and we can't wait to begin another year together.

💙 First Day Arrival
We will begin our first day outside together. Families are welcome to enjoy the excitement, take pictures, and visit with one another.

We have included a map so you know where your child's class will be located outside on Monday morning.

Drop-off and pick-up will take place in the Uetz Family Drive (circle drive).

To help keep arrival and dismissal safe and efficient, please:

Pull all the way forward when dropping off or picking up your child.
Follow directions from teachers and staff who may motion you forward.
Do not walk through the circle drive.
Do not pass another vehicle in the Uetz Family Drive.
Please remain in your vehicle while in the circle drive.
The circle drive is strictly for drop-off and pick-up.
Thank you for helping us make the first and last minutes of the school day safe and smooth for everyone!

First Day of School Morning Map: https://aptg.co/BlNkRQ

💙 IC Uniform Reminder
We are so excited to see everyone in their IC uniforms. 🐾

If you received your order from Zip’s and found that something doesn't fit quite right, don't worry! For now, we have created a Google Form where you can list what you have available and what you are looking for. https://forms.gle/WrbS6DWanAqZwRDc7

We will do our best to connect families with one another when we see a match through the form.

Looking ahead, we hope to work with some wonderful volunteers to establish a Uniform Swap Day where families can more easily exchange items.

Thank you for your patience and for helping us make this transition to our new uniforms a positive one! 💙


📋 Parent Night Information
A lot of important information was shared during Parent Night. We have posted it on our website for families to review. This includes things like: Hallow, Fun Pass Friday, Shout Outs, and so much more.

You can find it https://aptg.co/-SHMxm

⏰ Attendance & Being On Time
This year, IC is placing a strong focus on consistent attendance and being on time. Consistency helps everyone learn and succeed. Tardies can disrupt not only your child's day but the learning of the entire class.

To make attendance fun, we are introducing Fun Pass Fridays!

2nd Friday: Students with 100% attendance will choose a fun station during the last 15 minutes of the day.

4th Friday: Students with zero tardies will choose a fun station during the last 15 minutes of the day.

Scheduled medical appointments—including physicals, check-ups, dental appointments, or counseling appointments—will not count against students for this incentive when a note is provided. Illness and vacations will count.

These opportunities reset each month, so if a student misses one month, there is always another opportunity the next month!

⛳ Annual IC Golf Tournament
Our Annual Golf Tournament is Saturday, August 29!

This fundraiser supports IC School and is made possible through the hard work of our volunteers. It is also a lot of fun! There is still time to sign up!

🎁 IC Scrip
IC Scrip is available every day at school and after Mass on weekends.

Scrip is an important fundraiser that helps support IC's general budget and many of the extras that make our school special.

Scrip is simply gift cards you can use for things you are already purchasing—gas, groceries, clothing, restaurants, and more.

Thank you for partnering with us and helping make IC such a special place for our students. We are ready for a wonderful year filled with Faith, Scholarship, Kindness, and Service.

Monday can't come soon enough! We can't wait to see those smiling faces! 🐾💙



about 1 hour ago, Laurie Field

We’re Excited to See You Today!

We are excited to welcome you to the school building today! Here’s what you need to know:

📅 Today | 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

📸 School Pictures: Pictures will be taken in the school gym.
👩‍🏫 Meet Your Teacher: Stop by and meet your teacher and see your classroom.
💬 Open House-Style Conferences: Teachers will be available throughout the day.
🎒 Bring School Supplies: Students are welcome to bring their school supplies and leave them in their classrooms.
👕 What to Wear for Pictures: Students may wear their school uniform for pictures or choose an outfit of their own.

Need help finding your classroom?
No problem! Stop by the school office, and we will be happy to help you find your way.

We can’t wait to see everyone and kick off a wonderful school year! 🐾
1 day ago, Laurie Field
📣 Parent Night Reminder!

Just a reminder families are invited to join us TONIGHT from 5:30–6:30 p.m. for our Parent Information Night!

Come learn more about the school year, important information, and ways to stay connected and involved. We’ll also have a hot dog meal for families! 🌭

👕 Uniform orders will also be available for pickup tonight!

We hope to see you tonight! We’re excited to kick off a great school year together! 🐾💙
3 days ago, Laurie Field
Hello IC Families,
Just a reminder Parent Night is tomorrow from 5:30 p.m. -6:30 p.m. in the gym. This is an information night, uniform pick up , and hot dogs & chips will be served. (Beef or pork)
We are in an all staff meeting this morning. You may stop and pick up uniforms after 12:00 p.m. today until 4:00 p.m. and tomorrow after 9:00 a.m. if you are not able to come tomorrow (Tuesday night).
Pictures and Open House Parent-Teacher Conferences are Thursday 11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Students are not required to wear their uniforms for pictures on Thursday.
Thanks for choosing IC School!
Blessings,
Mrs. L. Field
4 days ago, Laurie Field
Hello IC Families,

Our new school year is quickly approaching, and we are so excited to welcome everyone back! Next week, our teachers will be back in the building preparing for a great year, and we look forward to welcoming our families for a few special events.

🌟 Tuesday, August 18 | Parent Night | 5:30–6:30 p.m.

Join us for Parent Night! We will have:

Information tables with important school information
Uniform pick-up
A hot dog meal, with beef or pork options available

This is a great opportunity to stop in, get questions answered, and get ready for the first day of school.

🏫 Thursday, August 20 | Open House & Pictures

Our Parent/Teacher Conference will be held in an Open House style. Families will have the opportunity to:

Meet your child's teacher
Visit the classroom
Bring in your child's school supplies
Have school pictures taken

School pictures are parent choice on whether or not your child is wearing their uniform .

👕 Uniform Pick-Up

We have picked up the uniforms that were ready. We currently have a little over 130 orders at school, with more still to come.

If you received a notification that your order is ready, we have most likely picked it up and have it here at school for you.

If you are unable to pick up your order on Tuesday evening, you may stop by the school:

Monday, Aug. 17 after 12:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m.
Tuesday, Aug. 18 after 9:00 a.m.

Please remember that students are expected to be in uniform on the first day of school.

We are so excited for the new school year and to welcome our students and families back to IC! We can't wait for the smiles, laughter, and learning that the new year will bring.

Thank you for choosing IC School!

Blessings,
Mrs. L. Field
7 days ago, Laurie Field
Hello IC Families, The office will be closed Thursday, July 30- Tuesday, Aug. 4. Blessings Mrs. L Field
22 days ago, Laurie Field

Hello IC Families,
Just a reminder that in person registration is this week for Prek through 6th grade. Tomorrow, Tuesday, July 28 from 10:00 a.m. -6:00 p.m. and Wednesday, July 29 from 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., we will set up any tuition payments, collect your forms that needed to be returned from your registration packets, you can deposit money in your child's lunch account, and assist in PowerSchool registration.
For Kindergarten through 6th grade families, Zips Outfitters will be placing the first uniform order tomorrow morning. If you have not ordered yet, it is important to have yours in tonight before they place this order. You gift certificate code is in your registration packet.
The first newsletter of the school year is attached to this message.
Thank you for choosing IC School and have a great night!
Blessiings,
Mrs. Laurie Field

25 days ago, Laurie Field
Newsletter for wildcats
page 2 newsletter
Prepare for the school year!

As we plan for the upcoming school year, please find some important information to help you prepare for the year.

Where to use your $200 gift certificate for school uniforms: https://icschooluniforms.zipsoutfitters.com/

School Supply List: https://aptg.co/gqbkz9

School Calendar: https://aptg.co/6TjJ-Y

Student/Parent Handbook: https://aptg.co/2710yn

29 days ago, Laurie Field
wildcat with pendent
Good morning IC families, Just a reminder that registration packets are available for pick up in the school lobby today (Wednesday) until 3:00 pm, Thursday 11:00 am-4:00pm, and Friday 7:00 am-3:00 pm. Uniform samples for Kindergarten through sixth graders (Uniforms begin in kindergarten) are available to view in the school lobby. Your $200 gift certificate code is in your packet and we recommend your orders be placed this week to ensure you have them by the first day of school. Approved uniforms may be purchased at other stores, the $200 gift certificate is specific to our school uniform store. Please use the website on the form in the packet, it is a different site than our Wildcat Store. https://icschooluniforms.zipsoutfitters.com/ Registration is next week on Tuesday, July 28 10:00 am - 6:00 pm and Wednesday, July 29 8:00 am - 4:00 pm. Odyssey is having some difficulty and your tuition payments are not able to be confirmed at this time. As soon as they are available I will send out a school message. Thank you for choosing IC School and have a great day! Mrs. Laurie Field
about 1 month ago, Laurie Field
IC Families,
A quick reminder about uniforms! 👕💙💛

We've received a few questions about the first day of school, so we wanted to clarify that students will be expected to wear their school uniforms on the first day of school.

If you plan to use the $200 uniform gift certificate included with your registration packet for your child's first-day uniform, we encourage you to place your order as soon as possible. Ordering early will help ensure your uniforms are here in time for the start of the school year. We will notify parents when they are available for pick up at the school. Our plan is to have them available at parent night, Tuesday, Aug. 18. This would mean to place your order this week.

Thank you for planning ahead and for choosing IC School!
Blessings,
Mrs. L. Field
about 1 month ago, Laurie Field

Hello IC Families,

Here are a few important reminders as we prepare for the new school year:

📄 Registration Packets
Registration packets are available this weekend by the Church Social Hall.

Beginning Monday, they may also be picked up in the school lobby on the following dates from 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.:

  • Monday, July 20

  • Thursday, July 23

  • Friday, July 24

They may be picked up from 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 23

Please note: The school office will be closed on Tuesday, July 21.

📅 Registration Days
All families are asked to attend registration on July 28 or July 29. If you are unable to attend on either of these dates, please contact the school office to make alternate arrangements.

👕 School Uniforms
Your registration packet includes your family's uniform ordering code. Please note:

  • The code must be entered using all lowercase letters.

  • Each student's order must be placed separately.

  • Every student receives a $200 uniform gift certificate, which is approximately the value of three uniform shirts, one sweatshirt, and either a quarter-zip or cardigan. You are welcome to use the $200 credit toward any approved uniform items that best meet your family's needs.

  • The approved sweatshirt is only available through our school uniform store and ordered twice a year.

This weekend starts our mass changes as our new pastorate has begun. Mass times are Saturday at 4:00 p.m. and Sunday at 8:30 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. Please welcome our new priests this weekend to our community!

We look forward to seeing everyone soon and are excited for another wonderful school year at IC!

Blessings,

Mrs. L. Field

about 1 month ago, Laurie Field
💙 Thank You, Catholic Heart Work Camp Students! 💛

We are incredibly grateful to the amazing Catholic Heart Work Camp (CHWC) students who spent the week serving at Immaculate Conception School!

Their week was filled with faith, fellowship, and hard work as they:
🎨 Painted classrooms
🧽 Washed walls
📦 Moved furniture and supplies
🙏 Prayed together each day
🌹 Created a beautiful life-size rosary outside our preschool playground with the help of Mrs. Jeanne Hansen—a lasting reminder of our faith for students and families to enjoy for years to come.

A heartfelt thank you to Wendy Wandro for bringing Catholic Heart Work Camp to Waterloo and for providing young people the opportunity to be the hands and feet of Christ while serving communities throughout Northeast Iowa.

We also extend our sincere appreciation to Mrs. Beth Hoppel, who served as IC's CHWC Site Coordinator. Thank you for your leadership, organization, and dedication to making this week such a wonderful experience for everyone involved.

Your willingness to serve has made a lasting impact on our school and our hearts. Thank you for living your faith through service and reminding us what it means to be the hands and feet of Jesus.

May God bless each of you, and thank you for making a difference at IC! 💙✝️💛
about 1 month ago, Laurie Field
people in a halway washing walls
Priest blessings a painted rosary on the sidewalk
A priest blessings students that are standing a giant painted rosary
A group standing in the middle of a giant painted rosary
A group standing in the middle of a giant painted rosary
Kids by a ladder painting
people in a classroom painting
🙏 We Need Your Help This Weekend! 💙💛

As we prepare to welcome everyone to Mass this weekend, we're looking for families to help serve our parish community!

We are in need of:

⛪ Greeters

Saturday, July 18 – 4:00 p.m. Mass
Sunday, July 19 – 8:30 a.m. Mass

✝️ Altar Servers

Saturday, July 18 – 4:00 p.m. Mass

Greeting others with a warm smile and serving at the altar are wonderful ways to live out our faith while helping create a welcoming parish community.

If your family is available to help, please contact Mrs. Laurie Field at laurie.field@iccharlescity.org.

Thank you for sharing your time and talents. We are blessed by your willingness to serve! 💙🙏
about 1 month ago, Laurie Field
Hello IC Families, We have attached reminders regarding uniform preview and ordering, registration, parent night, and the supply list for 2026-2027. Next Monday through Wednesday our school will be blessed with students attending Catholic Heart Work Camp working at our school. They will be painting the classrooms in the newer section of the school and a life size rosary outside. Please pray for a successful and faith filled week for them as they do God's work around Northeast Iowa. We pray everyone is enjoying their summer. We look forward to seeing you at registration! Blessings, Mrs. L. Field
about 1 month ago, Laurie Field
wildcat info sheet on parent requirements
supply list
📣 IC Families – Uniform Information is Here! 👕💙

It's time to start planning for the new school year! Our Uniform Information Flyer includes important dates for uniform previews toi order your pieces donated by some of our IC community members, registration packet pick-up, registration, and where to purchase additional uniform items.

Please take a moment to review the flyer so you're ready for a great start to the school year.

💙 Immaculate Conception Catholic School
Faith • Scholarship • Kindness • Service
about 2 months ago, Laurie Field
Flyer about uniforms
⛳️ SAVE THE DATE! ⛳️

The Immaculate Conception School Annual Golf Tournament is coming up on Saturday, August 29, 2026, at Cedar Ridge Golf Course in Charles City!

Whether you're a golfer, a sponsor, or someone who enjoys supporting Catholic education, we'd love to have you involved!

🏌️ Want to play? Register your team today and enjoy a great day on the course while supporting IC School.

🙋 Not a golfer? We need your help! We're looking for volunteers to assist with:
✅ Registration
✅ Games and activities
✅ General event support

This tournament is one of our school's biggest fundraisers, and its success depends on the generosity of our families, parish, alumni, and community.

Every swing, every volunteer, and every sponsor helps us continue our mission of providing an exceptional Catholic education rooted in Faith, Scholarship, Kindness, and Service.

💙 Interested in volunteering
Contact the IC School Office at 641-228-1225 or email laurie.field@iccharlescity.org

💙Registering a team?
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1790661854309957

Thank you for supporting Immaculate Conception School—we can't wait to see you on the course! ⛳️💙
about 2 months ago, Laurie Field
Golf Tournament ad
Hello IC Families,
Just a friendly reminder to complete the following:

☐ **Apply for ESA** *(ALL families - annual application)*
**Deadline:** June 30
https://iowa-households.withodyssey.com/login/](https://iowa-households.withodyssey.com/login/

☐ **Apply for STO Tuition Assistance** *(for families at or below 400% federal poverty rate)*
**Deadline:** August 1
https://online.factsmgt.com/grant-aid/inst/3ZC90/landing-page

☐ **Sign & Return Tuition Agreement**
**Deadline:** June 30

☐ **Register in PowerSchool for the 2026–2027 School Year**
https://archd.powerschool.com/public/](https://archd.powerschool.com/public/

Have a great week!
2 months ago, Laurie Field
Join us for Vacation Bible School! Sign up link is below. We would LOVE to have your children join us!
https://forms.gle/jABYp9BhQsDjaAHb7
2 months ago, Laurie Field
Invitation to Vacation Bible School
Hello IC Families,
We are looking ahead for the 2026-2027 School Year at dates that will approach quickly. You will find below a checklist of items that will need your attention and links for will help you complete the tasks.

IC School 2026–2027 Family Checklist

☐ **Apply for STO Tuition Assistance** *(for families at or below 400% federal poverty rate)*
**Deadline:** August 1
[https://online.factsmgt.com/SignIn.aspx](https://online.factsmgt.com/SignIn.aspx)

☐ **Apply for ESA** *(ALL families)*
**Deadline:** June 30
[https://iowa-households.withodyssey.com/login/](https://iowa-households.withodyssey.com/login/)

☐ **Sign & Return Tuition Agreement**
**Deadline:** June 30

☐ **Register in PowerSchool for the 2026–2027 School Year**
[https://archd.powerschool.com/public/](https://archd.powerschool.com/public/)

☐ **Attend In-Person Registration**
Choose one date:
* July 28 | 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
* July 29 | 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

☐ **Watch for Uniform Preview Dates in June**
(Information will be emailed regarding ordering items included through the donation)

☐ **Confirm ESA Fall Tuition Payment** *(after July 16)*
**Deadline:** August 20
[https://iowa-households.withodyssey.com/login/](https://iowa-households.withodyssey.com/login/)


3 months ago, Laurie Field
Calling all WILDCATS (& families, teachers, & staff)! #ICscholar
3 months ago, Laurie Field
summer reading challenge