Hello Silver Ridge families,
Our first full week of school is in the books! I am sure that you are working on your rhythms and routines just like we are. The start of school is a great time to examine those routines. What is working? What is not working? Do we need to make adjustments? Please reach out to your child’s teacher, our counselor, or me if you are looking for support to make the transition from home to school easier!
And now for some reminders and news that you can use!
Hispanic Heritage month:
Cada año, los estadounidenses celebran el Mes Nacional de la Herencia Hispana del 15 de septiembre al 15 de octubre, celebrando las historias, culturas y contribuciones de los ciudadanos estadounidenses cuyos antepasados vinieron de España, México, el Caribe y América Central y del Sur. ¡Celebra!
Each year, we observe National Hispanic Heritage Month from 9/15 to 10/15, by celebrating the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America. ¡Celebra!
Parking lot reminders:
I am including a parking lot map with expectations/procedures here to help with drop off and pick up.
Here are some ways that you can make drop off/pick up more efficient and safe:
- Be patient. Drop off/pick up is only about a 5-7 minutes. Please wait for a staff member to wave you around or to wave you forward. We are trying our best to time things to make it safe and efficient!
- Be courteous. Thank you for being amazing role models for your children!
- Wait for a staff member to open the door for your child. A lot is going on in the parking lot. We want to keep everyone safe, make sure we are not holding up the line, and to greet or say good bye to each student.
- The parking lot speed is 5 MPH. Thank you for keeping it slow and safe.
Lunch on the Lawn Friday, September 22
This Friday, we invite you to join us for lunch on the lawn with your child. Bring a lunch and a blanket to have a picnic on our front field during your child’s lunch time. We will be checking in parents and guardians before you join your children. You will want to be about 5 minutes early. The lunches are as follows:
- 1st Lunch 11:20-11:50 - 4th, 5th, 3-4-5 TEAM
- 2nd Lunch 11:55-12:25 - K, 1st, 1-2 TEAM, and 1-2 split
- 3rd Lunch 12:30-1:00 - 2nd and 3rd
PTA Sign up
Did you know that Washington State PTA is the oldest and largest volunteer association dedicated to the education, health, welfare, and safety of all children in our state. When you join PTA, you are contributing to the health of our school community and getting to know other parents. Just being part of PTA creates a more vibrant school community. You can join online here: http://silverridgepta.my-pta.org/
Extended leave
Our district has updated the extended absence paperwork for you to fill out when you are planning take your child out of school on family business for more than 3 days. You can get a paper copy from our office of you can find an electronic version here: Extended Absence Request
Thank you for completing the returning student check-in!
If you haven’t done that yet, please check your email, Ms. Rienks sent a reminder on Friday for anyone who still needs to complete it.
Lost and Found
Our lost and found is already starting to fill up! Please take a minute to label your children’s items. With a label, we will make sure it is returned to you and your child!
Supply money reminder:
You can pay here. Thank you!
Class Dojo reminder:
You can join our school’s account here: https://www.classdojo.com/invite/?s=54261aecc49deb7259dd8006
Thank you for all that you do, together we do great things!
Tina Piper, Principal
What's Happening
Monday, September 18
Acadience Benchmark assessment begins
PTA Board meeting, 3:50 in the library
Friday, September 22
Lunch on the Lawn - Join us for a picnic lunch
Monday, September 25
PTA General meeting 3:50 in the library
Tuesday, October 3
Picture Day