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Irby Eagle Families-
Due to unexpected illnesses affecting members of our PTA Board, today’s PTA meeting has been rescheduled for Tuesday, August 25, at 2:15 p.m.
If you have any questions or would like to get involved in the meantime, please email our PTA at IrbyElementaryPTA@gmail.com
We apologize for the last-minute change and appreciate your understanding. We hope to see you next Tuesday!
Due to unexpected illnesses affecting members of our PTA Board, today’s PTA meeting has been rescheduled for Tuesday, August 25, at 2:15 p.m.
If you have any questions or would like to get involved in the meantime, please email our PTA at IrbyElementaryPTA@gmail.com
We apologize for the last-minute change and appreciate your understanding. We hope to see you next Tuesday!
Join us tomorrow (Tuesday), August 18, from 2:15–3:15 p.m. for our PTA General Meeting! Come meet our fantastic PTA board learn more about how you can get involved and support our Irby students and staff.
PTA Membership:
• $5 for an individual
• $9 for a family
We hope to see you there!
PTA Membership:
• $5 for an individual
• $9 for a family
We hope to see you there!
🚨 IT’S NOT TOO LATE TO ENROLL AT IRBY! 🚨
If your family is still looking for the right school, come see what makes W.W. Irby Elementary so special.
At Irby, being a small community school is one of our greatest strengths. Your child will not simply be another name on a roster. They will be known, encouraged, supported and surrounded by adults who genuinely care about them.
And our results are something worth celebrating: Irby was the ONLY school in Alachua County Public Schools to raise its scores in every major state-tested category across all grades K–2!
Why choose Irby?
⭐ A campus designed specifically for our youngest learners
⭐ Caring teachers and staff who know their students personally
⭐ Strong academic growth and high expectations
⭐ Music, art, PE, media, STEAM and opportunities for enrichment
⭐ A close-knit school community where families belong
⭐ Extended-day care for working families
⭐ A safe, welcoming environment where children can learn, play and grow
Our school leaders are parents, too. We understand how much trust it takes to place your child in someone else’s care each morning. We want every family to feel confident that when their child walks through Irby’s doors, they are entering a school where they will be protected, valued and loved.
Starting late does not mean your child has missed their chance to have a wonderful year. We are ready to welcome them, help them settle in and make them part of the Irby family!
📞 Call us today at (386) 462-5002 or email us at hastiecn@alachuaschools.net
📍 13505 NW 140th Street, Alachua
Come discover why Irby is a small school with a very big heart—and an even brighter future.
❤️🤍💙 Enroll today and let your child SOAR with the Irby Eagles! 🦅
If your family is still looking for the right school, come see what makes W.W. Irby Elementary so special.
At Irby, being a small community school is one of our greatest strengths. Your child will not simply be another name on a roster. They will be known, encouraged, supported and surrounded by adults who genuinely care about them.
And our results are something worth celebrating: Irby was the ONLY school in Alachua County Public Schools to raise its scores in every major state-tested category across all grades K–2!
Why choose Irby?
⭐ A campus designed specifically for our youngest learners
⭐ Caring teachers and staff who know their students personally
⭐ Strong academic growth and high expectations
⭐ Music, art, PE, media, STEAM and opportunities for enrichment
⭐ A close-knit school community where families belong
⭐ Extended-day care for working families
⭐ A safe, welcoming environment where children can learn, play and grow
Our school leaders are parents, too. We understand how much trust it takes to place your child in someone else’s care each morning. We want every family to feel confident that when their child walks through Irby’s doors, they are entering a school where they will be protected, valued and loved.
Starting late does not mean your child has missed their chance to have a wonderful year. We are ready to welcome them, help them settle in and make them part of the Irby family!
📞 Call us today at (386) 462-5002 or email us at hastiecn@alachuaschools.net
📍 13505 NW 140th Street, Alachua
Come discover why Irby is a small school with a very big heart—and an even brighter future.
❤️🤍💙 Enroll today and let your child SOAR with the Irby Eagles! 🦅
📣🦅 A HUGE IRBY EAGLE SHOUTOUT TO HEIDI’S LIQUIDATION WAREHOUSE! 🦅📣
We are incredibly grateful to Heidi’s Liquidation Warehouse for their amazingly generous donation to Irby Elementary! Their kindness and willingness to support our school without a second thought means more than we can say. We can't say thank you enough to our new honorary Irby Eagle, Heidi!!!!
Donations like this make a real difference for our students, staff, and school community. We are so thankful to have local businesses like Heidi’s Liquidation Warehouse that believe in supporting children and helping schools succeed.
Thank you for showing what community partnership is all about and for helping make Irby The Greatest School on Earth! 🎪❤️🤍💙
#IrbyEagles #CommunityPartners #Grateful #TheGreatestSchoolOnEarth
We are incredibly grateful to Heidi’s Liquidation Warehouse for their amazingly generous donation to Irby Elementary! Their kindness and willingness to support our school without a second thought means more than we can say. We can't say thank you enough to our new honorary Irby Eagle, Heidi!!!!
Donations like this make a real difference for our students, staff, and school community. We are so thankful to have local businesses like Heidi’s Liquidation Warehouse that believe in supporting children and helping schools succeed.
Thank you for showing what community partnership is all about and for helping make Irby The Greatest School on Earth! 🎪❤️🤍💙
#IrbyEagles #CommunityPartners #Grateful #TheGreatestSchoolOnEarth
Bus information for the 2026-27 school year is available now. Visit alachuaschools.net/findmybus for stop locations, pick-up/drop-off times and bus numbers. For information about the district's new bus tracking app, visit alachuaschools.net/zonarbusapp
🦅 Irby Family Update – Important Back-to-School Information! 🦅
The start of the school year is almost here, and we are excited to welcome our Eagles back! Please take a few minutes to review the important information below.
🎪 New Family Campus Tours
If you are new to Irby, we invite you to join us for a campus tour at 1:00 PM on August 6.
Our tours will help new families become familiar with the campus before the first day of school. If you plan to attend, please let us know by completing this short survey:
Campus Tour RSVP: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc6uVtNryZTbgqTaeDa94FyJGUFxvs6OhbyEZ9815fipWHAng/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=116394692838336073285
✏️ Meet the Teacher
Meet the Teacher for all students will be held from 12:30–1:30 PM on August 7.
Here is a link with more information: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Djnn5BYimEhJw4Wwam4cj09o0NlGz9Fh3J9bTIZY-wA/edit?tab=t.0
This is a great opportunity to:
Meet your child's teacher
See the classroom
Drop off school supplies
Ask any questions before the first day of school
🎒 School Supply Lists
School supply lists for all grade levels can be found on our website or here:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1fEipzViIDnLim-5pbmpgaB4iOIrTALOoJFMXYOVUvsk/edit?tab=t.0
You are welcome to bring your child's supplies to Meet the Teacher so they are already in the classroom before the first day of school.
👩🏫 Staff Directory
You can view all of Irby staff with this link:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1aqTHHWL805jsdWYhSxTvQad-67AAxary_uk5pyI67NY/edit?tab=t.0
Communication with your child's teacher via direct messaging is made easier through the ACPS app. You can find that information here:
https://www.alachuaschools.net/page/apphelp-guardians
🚗 First Day Information & Car Rider Procedures
Please review our First Day of School information before school begins.
If your child will be arriving or leaving by car, it is especially important that you review the drop-off and pick-up procedures ahead of time. Following these procedures helps keep everyone safe and allows traffic to move as efficiently as possible.
You can find all of the information here:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1SMgf1S4qfO6jf8aEdcoq-QM5XACSker9bqgoPNm_b4U/edit?tab=t.0
We can't wait to welcome everyone back for another amazing year at The Greatest School on Earth! 🎪🦅
The start of the school year is almost here, and we are excited to welcome our Eagles back! Please take a few minutes to review the important information below.
🎪 New Family Campus Tours
If you are new to Irby, we invite you to join us for a campus tour at 1:00 PM on August 6.
Our tours will help new families become familiar with the campus before the first day of school. If you plan to attend, please let us know by completing this short survey:
Campus Tour RSVP: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc6uVtNryZTbgqTaeDa94FyJGUFxvs6OhbyEZ9815fipWHAng/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=116394692838336073285
✏️ Meet the Teacher
Meet the Teacher for all students will be held from 12:30–1:30 PM on August 7.
Here is a link with more information: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Djnn5BYimEhJw4Wwam4cj09o0NlGz9Fh3J9bTIZY-wA/edit?tab=t.0
This is a great opportunity to:
Meet your child's teacher
See the classroom
Drop off school supplies
Ask any questions before the first day of school
🎒 School Supply Lists
School supply lists for all grade levels can be found on our website or here:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1fEipzViIDnLim-5pbmpgaB4iOIrTALOoJFMXYOVUvsk/edit?tab=t.0
You are welcome to bring your child's supplies to Meet the Teacher so they are already in the classroom before the first day of school.
👩🏫 Staff Directory
You can view all of Irby staff with this link:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1aqTHHWL805jsdWYhSxTvQad-67AAxary_uk5pyI67NY/edit?tab=t.0
Communication with your child's teacher via direct messaging is made easier through the ACPS app. You can find that information here:
https://www.alachuaschools.net/page/apphelp-guardians
🚗 First Day Information & Car Rider Procedures
Please review our First Day of School information before school begins.
If your child will be arriving or leaving by car, it is especially important that you review the drop-off and pick-up procedures ahead of time. Following these procedures helps keep everyone safe and allows traffic to move as efficiently as possible.
You can find all of the information here:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1SMgf1S4qfO6jf8aEdcoq-QM5XACSker9bqgoPNm_b4U/edit?tab=t.0
We can't wait to welcome everyone back for another amazing year at The Greatest School on Earth! 🎪🦅
Find out about changes to the school meals program for the 2026-27 school year and how they may affect your child. www.alachuaschools.net/article/3031401
Good Morning Irby Families!
There are two important reminders for you today. The attached flyer went home in your student's backpack last week. Make sure to stop by Mi Apa today if you don't already have dinner plans! Bring the flyer with you and a percentage of the proceeds will go back to Irby's PTA. Please support us if you can!
Additionally, if you are a second grade parent, don't forget to review the information that was sent out yesterday. The concert is TONIGHT! We can't wait to see you there! -The Irby Team
There are two important reminders for you today. The attached flyer went home in your student's backpack last week. Make sure to stop by Mi Apa today if you don't already have dinner plans! Bring the flyer with you and a percentage of the proceeds will go back to Irby's PTA. Please support us if you can!
Additionally, if you are a second grade parent, don't forget to review the information that was sent out yesterday. The concert is TONIGHT! We can't wait to see you there! -The Irby Team
Latest update on upcoming changes for Irby Elementary, Alachua Elementary and Mebane Middle at alachuaschools.net/alachuaschoolsupdate.
Dear Irby Elementary Families,
We are excited to celebrate Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week from May 4–9 with a fun, book-themed week to honor our incredible teachers and staff!
“Teachers are like good books…they can change you forever.”
Attached you will find a flyer along with a document that you can print and have your child fill out.
We invite students and families to participate each day with small gestures of appreciation:
📅 Monday – “Dragons (and Teachers) Love Tacos”
Students: Write a favorite memory with your teacher or send in their favorite snack
🌸 Tuesday – “Chrysanthemum”
Students: Draw, pick, or bring in a flower or plant
📚 Wednesday – “Pete the Cat Checks Out the Library”
Students: Bring in your teacher’s favorite drink or a gift card
📝 Thursday – “The Very Hungry Caterpillar”
Students: Write your teacher a note sharing why you are thankful for them
🎨 Friday – “A Bad Case of the Stripes”
Students: Wear stripes or your teacher’s favorite color
📖 Book Donation Drive
We are collecting new or gently used adult and children’s books.
Please drop off donations in the labeled bins outside by May 2nd.
💛 Additional Ways to Support Our Teachers
Monetary Donations:
https://irbyelementry.givebacks.com/shop/items/67439
Teacher & Staff Favorite Things List:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/12dGvOogPmPc2FOhXEab4Zdq8sfWn0k0CUxpA6SgtUYM/edit?usp=sharing
💡 PTA Wishlist
Be sure to check out the PTA Teacher Wishlist (linked via QR code on the flyer) to support activities throughout the week!
Thank you for helping us make this week extra special for our amazing Irby teachers. Your support and participation mean so much!
Warmly,
Irby Elementary PTA
We are excited to celebrate Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week from May 4–9 with a fun, book-themed week to honor our incredible teachers and staff!
“Teachers are like good books…they can change you forever.”
Attached you will find a flyer along with a document that you can print and have your child fill out.
We invite students and families to participate each day with small gestures of appreciation:
📅 Monday – “Dragons (and Teachers) Love Tacos”
Students: Write a favorite memory with your teacher or send in their favorite snack
🌸 Tuesday – “Chrysanthemum”
Students: Draw, pick, or bring in a flower or plant
📚 Wednesday – “Pete the Cat Checks Out the Library”
Students: Bring in your teacher’s favorite drink or a gift card
📝 Thursday – “The Very Hungry Caterpillar”
Students: Write your teacher a note sharing why you are thankful for them
🎨 Friday – “A Bad Case of the Stripes”
Students: Wear stripes or your teacher’s favorite color
📖 Book Donation Drive
We are collecting new or gently used adult and children’s books.
Please drop off donations in the labeled bins outside by May 2nd.
💛 Additional Ways to Support Our Teachers
Monetary Donations:
https://irbyelementry.givebacks.com/shop/items/67439
Teacher & Staff Favorite Things List:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/12dGvOogPmPc2FOhXEab4Zdq8sfWn0k0CUxpA6SgtUYM/edit?usp=sharing
💡 PTA Wishlist
Be sure to check out the PTA Teacher Wishlist (linked via QR code on the flyer) to support activities throughout the week!
Thank you for helping us make this week extra special for our amazing Irby teachers. Your support and participation mean so much!
Warmly,
Irby Elementary PTA
Irby Families-
We have so many things coming up here at Irby Elementary!
On this Thursday April 23rd, we have our PTA meeting at 2:15 pm, our 1st grade performance at 6:30 pm, AND our DAIRY QUEEN fundraiser at Dairy Queen in Alachua. Stop by for a sweet treat to reward your kiddos for a job well done after the concert! See the attached flyer on this email!
Additionally, don't forget that our BOGO book fair is coming up on Monday! Keep an eye on your emails and our facebook page for information on how to make buying easy, and how to volunteer!
Lastly, don't forget about our family engagement night coming up, "The Secret Garden of Calm."
RSVP here ----> https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf_I06ThIr0ZzgE0Lei7IMgiE-o9Aq7JpdJ6whjrJpAsa3nPw/viewform?usp=publish-editor
We have so many things coming up here at Irby Elementary!
On this Thursday April 23rd, we have our PTA meeting at 2:15 pm, our 1st grade performance at 6:30 pm, AND our DAIRY QUEEN fundraiser at Dairy Queen in Alachua. Stop by for a sweet treat to reward your kiddos for a job well done after the concert! See the attached flyer on this email!
Additionally, don't forget that our BOGO book fair is coming up on Monday! Keep an eye on your emails and our facebook page for information on how to make buying easy, and how to volunteer!
Lastly, don't forget about our family engagement night coming up, "The Secret Garden of Calm."
RSVP here ----> https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf_I06ThIr0ZzgE0Lei7IMgiE-o9Aq7JpdJ6whjrJpAsa3nPw/viewform?usp=publish-editor
Reminder and RSVP 🌿✨ The Secret Garden of Calm is waiting… ✨🌿
Irby families, we’re excited to invite you to a gentle and playful Family Mindfulness Night. This night is designed to help both children and parents slow down, reconnect, and find calm together amidst the busyness of everyday life.
This special evening offers simple, practical tools to support big emotions and build calm confidence, and connection at home. Families will explore easy breathing strategies, enjoy imagination-based movement activities, and create shared moments of calm.
No experience is necessary—just come as you are and enjoy this time together.
RSVP HERE-->> https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf_I06ThIr0ZzgE0Lei7IMgiE-o9Aq7JpdJ6whjrJpAsa3nPw/viewform?usp=publish-editor
Date: April 28, 2026
Time: 5:30 – 6:30 PM
We look forward to growing calm, connection, and confidence together.
Irby families, we’re excited to invite you to a gentle and playful Family Mindfulness Night. This night is designed to help both children and parents slow down, reconnect, and find calm together amidst the busyness of everyday life.
This special evening offers simple, practical tools to support big emotions and build calm confidence, and connection at home. Families will explore easy breathing strategies, enjoy imagination-based movement activities, and create shared moments of calm.
No experience is necessary—just come as you are and enjoy this time together.
RSVP HERE-->> https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf_I06ThIr0ZzgE0Lei7IMgiE-o9Aq7JpdJ6whjrJpAsa3nPw/viewform?usp=publish-editor
Date: April 28, 2026
Time: 5:30 – 6:30 PM
We look forward to growing calm, connection, and confidence together.
🌿✨ The Secret Garden of Calm is waiting… ✨🌿
Irby families, we’re excited to invite you to a gentle and playful Family Mindfulness Night. This night is designed to help both children and parents slow down, reconnect, and find calm together amidst the busyness of everyday life.
This special evening offers simple, practical tools to support big emotions and build calm confidence, and connection at home. Families will explore easy breathing strategies, enjoy imagination-based movement activities, and create shared moments of calm.
No experience is necessary—just come as you are and enjoy this time together.
Date: April 28, 2026
Time: 5:30 – 6:30 PM
We look forward to growing calm, connection, and confidence together.
Irby families, we’re excited to invite you to a gentle and playful Family Mindfulness Night. This night is designed to help both children and parents slow down, reconnect, and find calm together amidst the busyness of everyday life.
This special evening offers simple, practical tools to support big emotions and build calm confidence, and connection at home. Families will explore easy breathing strategies, enjoy imagination-based movement activities, and create shared moments of calm.
No experience is necessary—just come as you are and enjoy this time together.
Date: April 28, 2026
Time: 5:30 – 6:30 PM
We look forward to growing calm, connection, and confidence together.
Parents and community leaders-
The form attached below is to nominate parents for School Advisory Council members at Irby. The School Advisory Council (SAC) is a group of parents, teachers, staff, and community members who work together to support our school. This team helps review goals, share ideas, and give input on decisions that impact our students. The SAC committee typically meets four times per school year. Nominations for new members are accepted during April, with elections in May. You may self nominate, or nominate someone else (with their consent) by responding to this email. The deadline to nominate is April 30. Elections will then be held by this year SAC committee in May.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdtnHL0ocV2rHeObRL2h057qkP6M6lej8FXPsKZaGFvb91NLw/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=116394692838336073285
Irby Eagle Families-
There will be an important Community Meeting about the future of ACPS schools in the City of Alachua. This meeting will be next Monday, April 13th at 6:00 p.m. in the Mebane Middle School auditorium. Mebane is located at 16401 NW CR 241, Alachua, Florida, 32615. Submit comment and questions at alachuaschools.net/alachuameeting
There will be an important Community Meeting about the future of ACPS schools in the City of Alachua. This meeting will be next Monday, April 13th at 6:00 p.m. in the Mebane Middle School auditorium. Mebane is located at 16401 NW CR 241, Alachua, Florida, 32615. Submit comment and questions at alachuaschools.net/alachuameeting
Irby Families: Please see the attached "save the date" for "The Secret Garden of Calm" family mindfulness night at Irby Elementary on the evening of April 28th. More information to come soon!
Dear Irby Families,
This morning at 8:30 AM, we successfully completed a scheduled Active Assailant Lockdown drill on campus.
Students and staff practiced our “LOCKDOWN! Locks, Lights, Out of Sight.” safety procedure. The drill went smoothly, and our students did a great job following directions.
These drills are an important part of keeping our school prepared and helping everyone know what to do in an emergency.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the front office.
Thank you for your continued support,
-The Irby Team
Reminder! Just 3 days until this great opportunity:
Irby Elementary Families — You’re Invited!
We are excited to invite our eagle families to a special evening designed to help kids and adults slow down, connect, and learn simple tools for calm.
Led by Curious Calm Kids, this event is made possible through the Catalyst for Change Grant awarded by the Education Foundation. This grant supports Irby Elementary’s ongoing work in social-emotional learning, including self-regulation, emotional awareness, focus, and positive connections.
During the evening, students and caregivers will move, breathe, play, and relax together. You will learn simple, developmentally appropriate strategies to support big feelings, transitions, and focus at home and school. Families will also receive a Curious Calm Kids take-home toolkit to continue practicing these skills together.
CLICK HERE TO RSVP!! ---> https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc8SK83Z-6O8OxvaDHVgAPGfa7VnSXPUxO_DGJxKLglf3WW5g/viewform
We can’t wait to share this special evening with you! No experience needed — just come as you are and be ready to have fun together!
#IrbyElementary #IrbyFamilies #FamilyNight #CuriousCalmKids #MindfulFamilies #KidsWellbeing
Irby Elementary Families — You’re Invited!
We are excited to invite our eagle families to a special evening designed to help kids and adults slow down, connect, and learn simple tools for calm.
Led by Curious Calm Kids, this event is made possible through the Catalyst for Change Grant awarded by the Education Foundation. This grant supports Irby Elementary’s ongoing work in social-emotional learning, including self-regulation, emotional awareness, focus, and positive connections.
During the evening, students and caregivers will move, breathe, play, and relax together. You will learn simple, developmentally appropriate strategies to support big feelings, transitions, and focus at home and school. Families will also receive a Curious Calm Kids take-home toolkit to continue practicing these skills together.
CLICK HERE TO RSVP!! ---> https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc8SK83Z-6O8OxvaDHVgAPGfa7VnSXPUxO_DGJxKLglf3WW5g/viewform
We can’t wait to share this special evening with you! No experience needed — just come as you are and be ready to have fun together!
#IrbyElementary #IrbyFamilies #FamilyNight #CuriousCalmKids #MindfulFamilies #KidsWellbeing
