• Spirit Wear has been ordered and we’ll begin distribution in a few weeks once the order comes in.  We raised approximately $1200 in funds and the school will be colored in blue salamander school spirit! Thanks so much to Tracy! 
• And check out the new PTA flyer, which gives a sense of multiple ways the PTA adds to our community!  Thanks for making this, Jen!

The school counselor, Ms. Vedemia is asking for gently used or new clothing donations for the Health Room, especially for kindergarten and first grade male identifying students (5T-10/12). Pants, T-shirts, and socks are needed. Any size/any color are most welcome.

If you are a confirmed room parent, please email roomparent@scespta.org if you haven't done so already. The PTA Co-Room Parent Coordinators will add you to the necessary lists and be in touch soon to organize an orientation meeting!

We are still in need of two room parents for the following class:

4th Grade

Jennifer Saunders

SCES is having its annual WELCOME BACK SOCIAL event Friday, October 4, 2024.

This is a fun event for the whole family complete with food trucks, bounce houses, games and so much more. It’s a great way to connect with the SCES community. 

WHEN: October 4th - SCES playground 

HOURS: 5:00 PM TO 7:00 PM

We are also in in need of some volunteers for the day of the event. We need help between 4:45 and 8:00 pm. Please take a peek at the SignUp Genius HERE to learn more. If you have questions, please email events@scespta.org.

Thank you!

Gargi and Gladys

#SSLHOURS #WELCOMEBACKSOCIAL

The 28th annual Walk & Roll to School Day is coming up on Wednesday October 9, 2024! Join us and children and adults around the world as we enjoy the benefits of walking and find safe routes to school.

Walk to School Day is an international annual event that promotes physical activity, teaches safe pedestrian skills, reduces traffic congestion near schools, promotes concern for the environment, and shares time as a community together. 

Walk or roll as a group on 10/9 to SCES as part of a walking school bus! Invite your neighbors to walk together and meet us at 8:45am at the car circle before school starts to enjoy a healthy snack and stickers and celebrate walking to school!

If you have questions about the event, email wellness@scespta.org

Are you ready for the 2024 Salamander Stride?!

The Salamander Stride is the singular fundraising event that helps to fund the majority of the PTA budget for the year! Our goal this year is $38,000 - we did it last year and we can do it again with your help! 

WHEN: Save the date for the Salamander Stride on Friday, November 1. 

WHERE: The SSIMS track!  

WHAT:  Students will run, walk and stride during their specials class times on that day. 

WHO (You!): The community is invited to participate, and we encourage you to sign up to volunteer - it's a great way to participate in our community! 

Fundraising: Don't delay in starting your fundraising! More information can be found online. Please be sure to use your student's unique web link when soliciting contributions, which you will find after you login or create your account at this link. 

Did we mention prizes? There will be prizes for fundraising by student and class, and a special prize will be awarded for the class that shows the most team spirit. 

We hope you share our excitement for this special event. If you have any questions in the meantime, please reach out to us at stride@scespta.org. 

Let's make this event a BIG success!

--

Laura Fruge and Katey Prudhomme

Salamander Stride co-chairs

The PTA is looking for volunteers to help try to return lost belongings to their owners. If you have a little time to donate, please contact Bora Haik at bchu02@gmail.com or Elizabeth Oppenheimer elisabeth.oppenheimer@gmail.com.

Lost and Found NEW Process – Please be sure to look for your kiddos lost items, they are waiting for you in the school cafeteria. They will remain there until October 31.  All items remaining after 10/31 will be donated. 

Thank you to all who already donated to help stock the staff lounge with snacks and drink, it means the world to our teachers and staff community. The staff appreciation committee will plan to continue to stock the staff lounge every Monday.

The easiest way to contribute is to order off our Amazon Wish List as items will be sent directly to Claire Darby's house. But if you don’t want to go the Amazon route, just reach out to Claire directly and we can figure out a time and place for you to drop off snacks.
Many thanks!

Claire Darby + Ashley Briefel co-chairs of the Staff Appreciation Committee