Message from Principal Rice
2025-2026 Opening Letter to Families
July 29, 2025
Greetings Imagine Andrews Families,
It’s a great day at Imagine Andrews! I hope you’re all enjoying a relaxing and fun-filled summer break, and staying cool in the process!
As we prepare for the 2025-2026 school year, I want to extend a heartfelt welcome back to all of our returning families and a warm welcome to the Imagine Andrews Family for those joining us for the first time. We’re excited for the year ahead and look forward to partnering with you to ensure a successful school experience for every scholar.
This year, we are launching several new initiatives while continuing to strengthen our ongoing efforts. Our focus remains on academic excellence, enriching minds, and character development.
Here are our Big Rocks for the 2025-2026 school year:
Decrease in Chronic Absenteeism
Additional Support for Economically Disadvantaged Students
Character Development & Core Values
Continued Focus on Math & Reading
We’re committed to giving 100% effort, 100% of the time and we know we can count on your support to help bring these goals to life!
Important Back-to-School Information:
The first day of school for all Imagine Andrews scholars is August 26, 2025. Our doors will open at 8:05 a.m., and breakfast will be served from 8:05 a.m. to 8:25 a.m. Scholars purchasing breakfast should arrive by 8:20 a.m. to allow time to eat before instruction begins promptly at 8:30 a.m.
- Kindergarten – 4th Grade Dismissal: 2:40 p.m.
- 5th – 8th Grade Dismissal: 3:10 p.m.
Save the Dates:
Kindergarten Orientation: August 25, 2025 @ 12:30 p.m.
New Family Open House: August 25, 2025 @ 1:00 p.m.
Returning Family Open House: August 25, 2025 @ 1:30 p.m.
First Day of School: August 26, 2025
Back to School Night: - September 16: Grades K–4 @ 5:30–7:00 p.m.
- September 17: Grades 5–8 @ 5:30–7:00 p.m.
Back to School Night is a wonderful opportunity to connect with teachers, explore the curriculum, learn about our new and continuing initiatives, and see the learning environment firsthand. We’ll share more details about the schedule and format as the dates approach.
As always, stay connected with us on Class Dojo and School Messenger for updates, reminders, and announcements.
We are truly excited for the journey ahead and look forward to working closely with you to make this a fantastic year for our scholars. Together, we will continue our tradition of excellence in all we do.
Sincerely,
H. Douglas Rice II, Principal
Imagine Andrews Public Charter School
