The Weekly Soar
Week of June 3, 2024
Principal's Message for Week of June 3
I hope you all have had a great weekend! It's the last week of school and we have a busy, but fun week ahead. Please read through all of the updates.
Support Our Eagles in Need: Hat Day Fundraiser on Monday and Tuesday:
- As many of you know, two of our Eagle families lost their homes in fires on Friday. We are having a hat day fundraiser on Monday, June 3 and Tuesday, June 4. Students can wear a hat for $2 or a hoodie for $3 on Monday and Tuesday. All money collected will be divided among the two families. We are working on a digital donation link as well and will share more information once that is set up. Thank you in advance for your love and support of our Eagles in need!
Field Day is on Wednesday, June 5:
- Please make sure your child has a change of clothes, a towel, a water bottle, a hat, and wears sunscreen. Our kids are going to have a great time! If you have specific questions, please reach out to Taylor Kennedy.
End of Year Celebrations Begin on Thursday, June 6:
- We start our end of year celebrations and awards ceremony on Thursday, June 6. All ceremonies will be in the multi-purpose room.
- K-2: Awards at 8:15am on June 6
- 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony: 11:00am on June 6
- 3-5: Awards at 2:00pm on June 6
- 6th/7th: Awards at 8:30am on June 7
Return Retest Invitations:
- EOG score reports and retest invitations were sent home last Thursday and Friday. Please return retest papers as soon as possible! Think of retesting as a second chance or opportunity. We provide those opportunities to retest and improve scores throughout the year and the EOGs are no different! If you have any questions, please reach out to Caroline Linker.
PTA Thrift Store Work Night on Monday, June 3:
- We have a PTA Thrift Store Work Night on Monday, June 3 at 5:45pm. We are in need of volunteers! If you can sign up to help, we would love your support. Sign up here!
- In June, all hours worked in the Thrift Store are doubled. It's a great way for us to earn additional money for our school.
- Upcoming Work Nights: June 3, June 20, June 25, July 1, July 18, July 23, August 1, and August 12.
Parent Survey for 24-25:
- We have a parent survey that we would love for all Eagle families to take. The information we gather from the survey will help us with planning for next year. Thank you for your feedback and support!
Time to Pay Fees!
- Lunch and technology fee information was sent out this week to families with money due to either the cafeteria or technology department. Please have these fees paid as soon as possible. If you have any questions or need support, please call Sherri Campbell in our front office.
Friday, June 7 is the Last Day of School + Early Release at 11:30am:
- Friday is our last day of school. We have an early release at 11:30am so please prepare to pick your child up at 11:30am at school or from the bus stop.
Hat Day Fundraiser on Monday, June 3 and Tuesday, June 4
End of Year Celebrations on June 6 and June 7
PTA Thrift Store Work Night on Monday, June 3
Kindergarten Registration
Principal's Message for Week of May 27
Happy Memorial Day!
Hi Eagles!
I hope you all have had a great Memorial Day weekend! We are forever grateful for those that have lost it all to give us our freedoms.
We had a great start to EOG testing on Friday. Our students worked really hard and we are so proud of them. Score information will be shared in the coming days.
EOGs Resume on Wednesday!
- Wednesday, May 29: Math EOG for 3rd-8th Grade + Make-Ups
- Thursday, May 30: Science EOG for 5th and 8th Grade + Make-Ups
- Friday, May 31: Math I EOC and Read to Achieve + Make-Ups
- Please make sure your child gets a good night's rest, eats breakfast, and arrives to school on time during testing. We believe in our students and I know you do, too so be sure to cheer them on and encourage them to do their best!
PTA Thrift Store Work Night on Monday, June 3:
- Our next PTA Thrift Store Work Night is on Monday, June 3 at 5:45pm. If you are able to help out, please sign up to volunteer. We will get double hours for every work night in June so we need as many volunteers as possible!
Parent Survey for 24-25:
- We have a parent survey that we would love for all Eagle families to take. The information we gather from the survey will help us with planning for next year. Thank you for your feedback and support!
Time to Pay Fees!
- Lunch and technology fee information was sent out this week to families with money due to either the cafeteria or technology department. Please have these fees paid as soon as possible. If you have any questions or need support, please call Sherri Campbell in our front office.
Mark Your Calendars for End of Year Celebrations!
- We will celebrate the following grade-levels on Thursday, June 6: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th grades. 8th grade promotion will be at 11:00am on June 6.
- We will celebrate 6th and 7th grade on Friday, June 7.
- See the flyer below for more information regarding times. All celebrations will be in the multi-purpose room.
Kindergarten Registration for 24-25:
- If you know of a rising kindergartener at Silk Hope, please encourage parents to enroll them for kindergarten. Knowing these numbers now will help us with planning classes for next school year. If you have any questions, please contact Nicole Shoemaker in our front office.
Friday, June 7 is the Last Day of School + Early Release at 11:30am
- Friday, June 7 is the last day of school. It is an early release day so dismissal will be at 11:30am.
Let's have a great week!
EOG Testing Schedule
End of Year Celebrations
PTA Thrift Store Work Night on Monday, June 3
Kindergarten Registration
Principal's Message for Week of May 20
Hi Eagles!
I hope you all had a great weekend! We have a busy week ahead so please read all of the following updates.
A big thank you to our community helpers and Mrs. Fields for planning the K-2 Career Day on Friday. It was great learning from you!
EOGs Start on Friday!
- 3rd-8th Grade students will take their Reading EOG on Friday, May 24. I know this is Memorial Day Weekend, but I ask that you allow students to come to school to knock this test out of the park on Friday morning.
- Wednesday, May 29: 3rd-8th Grade Math EOG
- Thursday, May 30: 5th and 8th Grade Science EOG
- Friday, May 31: Math I EOC and Read to Achieve
- Please make sure your child gets a good night's rest, eats breakfast, and arrives to school on time during testing. We believe in our students and I know you do, too so be sure to cheer them on and encourage them to do their best!
PTA Thrift Store Work Night on Monday, May 20:
- Our last PTA Thrift Store Work Night for May is on Monday at 5:45pm. If you are able to help out, please sign up to volunteer. We need at least 5 more volunteers. Thank you for your help and support!
Parent Survey for 24-25:
- We have a parent survey that we would love for all Eagle families to take. The information we gather from the survey will help us with planning for next year. Thank you for your feedback and support!
Time to Pay Fees!
- Lunch and technology fee information was sent out this week to families with money due to either the cafeteria or technology department. Please have these fees paid as soon as possible. If you have any questions, please call Sherri Campbell in our front office.
Computers will Stay at School Starting May 20:
- As we get ready for EOGs in the upcoming weeks, students will begin to leave their computers at school on Monday, May 20. This will allow us to ensure all devices are working and charged before EOGs begin on May 24.
Kindergarten Registration for 24-25:
- If you know of a rising kindergartener at Silk Hope, please encourage parents to enroll them for kindergarten. Knowing these numbers now will help us with planning classes for next school year. If you have any questions, please contact Nicole Shoemaker in our front office.
No School on Monday, May 27:
- Friendly reminder that there is no school on Monday, May 27 due to the Memorial Day holiday. Students and staff will return to school on Tuesday, May 28.
Mark Your Calendars for End of Year Celebrations:
- Check out our flyer below for End of Year Celebrations on June 6 and 7. We hope to see you there!
Let's have a great week!
PTA Thrift Store Work Night on Monday!
End of Year Celebrations
Sign Up for Kindergarten Screening!
Helpful Links for Parents
Happy Mother's Day to our Eagles!
Principal's Message for Week of May 13
Happy Mother's Day to all of our Eagle mamas. I hope you have had a great day. We know that this day can also be difficult for multiple reasons so we're sending you all love today!
A big thank you to our PTA for spoiling us last week for Teacher Appreciation Week! We are so grateful for all that you do for us and our school!
Last Week for Tutoring Program:
- This will be the last week of our tutoring program. Wednesday will be the last day. This is a change from the initial dates. Thank you!
Last Week for Safety Patrol:
- Safety Patrol will end on Wednesday, May 15. A big shout out to our student leaders for helping us keep our school safe. Safety Patrol applications for next year will be available when we return to school in August!
Kindergarten Parent Night on Tuesday, May 14 at 5:00pm:
- Our rising kindergarten parent night is on Tuesday, May 14 at 5:00pm.
- The PTA meeting scheduled for Tuesday is a board meeting and not a general body meeting.
Safety Matters Course for 6th and 8th Graders:
- The 6th and 8th grade students will be participating in the Safety Matters Course through a collaboration with Chatham County's child advocacy program manager, Anne Chapman, during the next two weeks. Information pamphlets were sent home with your student at the beginning of April. The pamphlets are also attached below. If you have any questions, please contact our school counselor, Nancy Fields.
PTA Thrift Store Work Night: Tuesday, May 14
- Our next PTA Thrift Store Work Night is on Tuesday, May 14. We are in need of volunteers so if you are able, please sign-up using this link. As a reminder, the more hours we work at the store, the more money we make for our school. WE appreciate your help!
K-2 Career Day is on Friday, May 17:
- K-2 will have their Career Day focused on Community Helpers on Friday, May 17. Please see the flyer sent to you by K-2 teachers for more information.
Time to Pay Fees!
- Lunch and technology fee information was sent out this week to families with money due to either the cafeteria or technology department. Please have these fees paid as soon as possible. If you have any questions, please call Sherri Campbell in our front office.
Computers will Stay at School Starting May 20:
- As we get ready for EOGs in the upcoming weeks, students will begin to leave their computers at school on Monday, May 20. This will allow us to ensure all devices are working and charged before EOGs begin on May 24.
End-of-Grade Testing Dates and Retakes:
- Mark your calendars for the upcoming EOG dates:
- Friday, May 24: Reading EOG for 3rd-8th Grade
- Wednesday, May 29: Math EOG for 3rd-8th Grade
- Thursday, May 30: 5th and 8th Grade Science EOG
- Friday, May 31: Math I EOC and Read to Achieve for select students
- June 10, June 11, and June 12: First EOG Retakes for those that do not score a level 3, 4 or 5
Let's have a great week together!
Rising Kindergarten Parent Orientation Night is on Tuesday!
Kindergarten Screening Sign-Up
End of Year Celebrations:
PTA Thrift Store Work Night on Tuesday!
Safe Touch Information for 6th and 8th Graders
Helpful Links for Parents
Principal's Message for Week of May 6
Hi Eagles!
I hope you all had a great weekend! A big thank you to our 8th grade families that helped to plan prom! It was a great event!
Happy Teacher Appreciation Week!
- This week is Teacher Appreciation Week! Our staff works hard every day to ensure all of our students are taken care of and we are so lucky to have them on our team! Our PTA has pulled together some ideas on how to help celebrate our teachers:
- -Monday: Make your teacher a card
- -Tuesday: Bring a treat for your teacher
- -Wednesday: Write a poem with a rhyme
- -Thursday: Bring a supply for your classroom
- -Friday: Share a favorite memory from the year
Tutoring is Cancelled for Monday, May 6:
- Tutoring for those in the tutoring program is cancelled for Monday, May 6. Tutoring will resume on Wednesday, May 8.
Mark Your Calendars for End-of-Year Celebrations:
- Mark your calendars or see the flyer below for end-of-year celebrations. All ceremonies will be held in the multi-purpose room.
- Thursday, June 6 at 8:15am: K-2 Awards and Celebration
- Thursday, June 6 at 11:00am: 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony
- Thursday, June 6 at 2:00pm: 3rd-5th Grade Awards and Celebration
- Friday, June 7 at 8:30am: 6th/7th Grade Awards and Celebration
Safety Matters Course for 6th and 8th Graders:
- The 6th and 8th grade students will be participating in the Safety Matters Course through a collaboration with Chatham County's child advocacy program manager, Anne Chapman, during the next two weeks. Information pamphlets were sent home with your student at the beginning of April. The pamphlets are also attached below. If you have any questions, please contact our school counselor, Nancy Fields.
Kindergarten Parent Night + PTA Meeting on Tuesday, May 14:
- Our rising kindergarten parent night is on Tuesday, May 14 at 5:00pm. Parents are invited to stay for our May PTA meeting, which will begin at 6:00pm. We hope to see you there!
PTA Thrift Store Work Night: Monday, May 6
- Our next PTA Thrift Store Work Night is on Monday, May 6. We are in need of volunteers so if you are able, please sign-up using this link.
EOG Proctors:
- We are in need of proctors to help with EOGs on May 24, May 29, May 30 and May 31. If you are able to volunteer, please sign up using this link. We appreciate your help!
End-of-Grade Testing Dates and Retakes:
- Mark your calendars for the upcoming EOG dates:
- Friday, May 24: Reading EOG for 3rd-8th Grade
- Wednesday, May 29: Math EOG for 3rd-8th Grade
- Thursday, May 30: 5th and 8th Grade Science EOG
- Friday, May 31: Math I EOC and Read to Achieve for select students
- June 10, June 11, and June 12: First EOG Retakes for those that do not score a level 3, 4 or 5
Let's have a great week together!
Teacher Appreciation Week is Here!
PTA Thrift Store Work Night is on Monday, May 6
Safe Touch Pamphlets for 6th and 8th Grade
End of Year Celebrations
Rising Kindergarten Information
Helpful Links for Parents
Principal's Message for Week of April 29
Hi Eagles!
I hope you all have had a great weekend! A friendly reminder that students do not have school on Monday, April 29 due to a teacher workday. We're excited to see everyone back at school on Tuesday!
Mark Your Calendars for End-of-Year Celebrations:
- It's hard to believe that the end of the school year is less than six weeks away! Mark your calendars or see the flyer below for end-of-year celebrations. All ceremonies will be held in the multi-purpose room.
- Thursday, June 6 at 8:15am: K-2 Awards and Celebration
- Thursday, June 6 at 11:00am: 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony
- Thursday, June 6 at 2:00pm: 3rd-5th Grade Awards and Celebration
- Friday, June 7 at 8:30am: 6th/7th Grade Awards and Celebration
Music for the City: Spring Band Concert is on April 30:
- Come out and support our band in conjunction with Chatham Middle and Jordan Matthews High School. The combined concert will be at Jordan Matthews High School at 6:00pm in their auditorium. We hope to see you there!
PTA Thrift Store Work Night: Monday, May 6
- Our next PTA Thrift Store Work Night is on Monday, May 6. We are in need of volunteers so if you are able, please sign-up using this link.
Yearbooks are on Sale!
- Yearbooks are on sale! There are less than 30 available so make sure to get your copy. You can purchase yearbooks from our school website.
EOG Proctors:
- We are in need of proctors to help with EOGs on May 24, May 29, May 30 and May 31. If you are able to volunteer, please sign up using this link. We appreciate your help!
Kindergarten Registration is Now Open for 2024-2025:
- Kindergarten Registration is now open for rising kindergarteners for the 2024-2025 school year. Please use this link to fill out the registration paperwork.
End-of-Grade Testing Dates and Retakes:
- Mark your calendars for the upcoming EOG dates:
- Friday, May 24: Reading EOG for 3rd-8th Grade
- Wednesday, May 29: Math EOG for 3rd-8th Grade
- Thursday, May 30: 5th and 8th Grade EOG for 3rd-8th Grade
- Friday, May 31: Math I EOC and Read to Achieve for select students
- June 10, June 11, and June 12: First EOG Retakes for those that do not score a level 3, 4 or 5
End of Year Celebrations
PTA Thrift Store Work Night
Paint the Rock!
Rising Kindergarten Information
Helpful Links for Parents
Principal's Message for Week of April 22
Good Evening, Eagles!
I hope you all have had a great weekend! A big shout out to our students and staff that participated in the production of Frozen this weekend at Jordan Matthews. You all did a great job and we are very proud of you!
Thank you to those that joined us on Tuesday night for Science Night! We had a great time and we hope you did, too!
End-of-Year Check-Ins: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
- We have End-of-Year Check-Ins for 3rd-8th graders this week. Please make sure your child gets a good night's rest, eats breakfast and arrives to school on time.
- Monday: Reading Check-In for 3rd-8th Graders
- Tuesday: Science Check-In for 5th and 8th Graders
- Wednesday: Math Check-In for 3rd-8th Graders
- Thursday: Math I Check-In
Come Out and Support Your Eagles!
- It's tournament time for volleyball and baseball. Our volleyball and baseball teams will be at HOME on Tuesday and Thursday. Games start at 4:15pm. Come out and support your eagles!
Yearbooks are on Sale!
- Yearbooks are on sale! There are less than 30 available so make sure to get your copy. You can purchase yearbooks from our school website.
EOG Proctors:
- We are in need of proctors to help with EOGs on May 24, May 29, May 30 and May 31. If you are able to volunteer, please sign up using this link. We appreciate your help!
New Band Member Night: April 23 at 5:30pm
- Any rising 4th-8th grade student interested in joining the SHS band next year is invited to the new band member night on Tuesday, April 23 at 5:30pm. Please see Dr. Wills if you have any questions.
Music for the City: Spring Band Concert is on April 30:
- Come out and support our band in conjunction with Chatham Middle and Jordan Matthews High School. The combined concert will be at Jordan Matthews High School at 6:00pm in their auditorium. We hope to see you there!
Kindergarten Registration is Now Open for 2024-2025:
- Kindergarten Registration is now open for rising kindergarteners for the 2024-2025 school year. Please use this link to fill out the registration paperwork.
No School on Monday, April 29: Teacher Workday
- Friendly reminder that students do not have school on Monday, April 29 due to a teacher workday.
Thank you all for your continued support of our students and school! Have a great week!
Paint the Rock!
Kindergarten Registration!
Principal's Message for Week of April 15
Hi Eagles!
We had a great first week back from Spring Break! We have less than 30 school days until End-of-Year testing. Please ensure your child comes to school on time and ready to learn. If you need support, please reach out. We are here to help!
A BIG thank you to our PTA for planning an incredible Golf Tournament. We had 20 teams and many sponsors. The Golf Tournament raised approximately $15,000. Thank you so much for all of your support!
Science Night is on Tuesday from 5:30--7:00pm!
- Come out to our Science Night on Tuesday, April 16 from 5:30--7:00pm. We have 9 different experiments that you can do with your family that range from buoyancy, moon craters, electrical circuits, and more! Pizza will be served. We hope to see you there!
Quarter 3 Report Cards Distributed on Wednesday:
- Report Cards for Quarter 3 will be distributed electronically on Wednesday, April 17. If you need assistance in accessing your child's report card, please call Nicole Shoemaker in the front office.
Cap and Gown Pictures for Kindergarten and 8th Grade are on Thursday:
- Cap and Gown Pictures for Kindergarten and 8th Grade students are on Thursday. Picture information was sent home last week. If you need additional information, please call the front office.
PTA Thrift Store Work Night is on Thursday, April 18:
- We have another PTA Thrift Store Work Night on Thursday beginning at 5:45pm! If you are able to volunteer, we would love to have your help! Sign up here.
Jordan Matthews High School Presents Frozen on Friday, Saturday and Sunday:
- Jordan Matthews High School presents Frozen, the musical, this coming Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Good luck to our Eagles, Amelia, Holland, Cosette, and Alice, who will be performing. Good luck to Dr. Wills who is conducting the orchestra. We hope to see you there!
New Band Member Night: April 23 at 5:30pm
- Any rising 4th-8th grade student interested in joining the SHS band next year is invited to the new band member night on Tuesday, April 23 at 5:30pm. Please see Dr. Wills if you have any questions.
Music for the City: Spring Band Concert is on April 30:
- Come out and support our band in conjunction with Chatham Middle and Jordan Matthews High School. The combined concert will be at Jordan Matthews High School at 6:00pm in their auditorium. We hope to see you there!
Kindergarten Registration is Now Open for 2024-2025:
- Kindergarten Registration is now open for rising kindergarteners for the 2024-2025 school year. Please use this link to fill out the registration paperwork.
Science Night is on Tuesday!
PTA Thrift Store Work Night on Thursday!
Frozen at JMHS is This Friday, Saturday, and Sunday!
Paint the Rock!
Kindergarten Registration is Open for 24-25!
Important Links for Parents
Principal's Message for Week of April 9
Hi Eagles!
I hope you all had a great Spring Break! We are looking forward to seeing everyone back on campus on Tuesday!
PTA Golf Tournament is on Monday:
- Our PTA Golf Tournament is on Monday, April 8. A BIG thank you to our PTA for their hard work in preparing for this event! The silent auction will be set up tomorrow morning at the Siler City Country Club. We will also do the 50/50 raffle tomorrow. Lunch sales will support our school tomorrow as well! We hope to see you there!
Spring Individual and Class Photos are on Tuesday, April 9:
- Spring Individual and Class Photos are on Tuesday, April 9. If you need picture information, please call the front office.
Come Out and Support Your Eagles! Last Home Game is on Tuesday!
- Our last home baseball and volleyball game of the season is on Tuesday, April 9 at 4:15pm. We will play Horton. Come out and support your eagles!
- Our volleyball team will travel to Bennett on Thursday, April 11.
PTA Thrift Store Work Night: Tuesday, April 9:
- We have a PTA Thrift Store Work Night on Tuesday, April 9. If you are available, we would love to have your help. Please sign up using this link.
Mark Your Calendars! Science Night is Next Tuesday!
- All K-8 families are invited to our Science Night on Tuesday, April 16 at 5:30pm. Come out and do different science experiments to learn about different science topics. Pizza will be served. We hope to see you there!
Quarter 3 Report Cards: Distributed on Wednesday, April 17
- Report Cards will be distributed electronically on Wednesday, April 17. This is a date change from a previous message.
Music for the City: Spring Band Concert is on April 30:
- Come out and support our band in conjunction with Chatham Middle and Jordan Matthews High School. The combined concert will be at Jordan Matthews High School at 6:00pm in their auditorium. We hope to see you there!
Kindergarten Registration is Now Open for 2024-2025:
- Kindergarten Registration is now open for rising kindergarteners for the 2024-2025 school year. Please use this link to fill out the registration paperwork.
Spring Picture Day (Individual and Class) is on Tuesday, April 9
PTA Thrift Store Work Night on Tuesday, April 9
Science Night is Next Tuesday!
Paint the Rock!
Rising Kindergarten Information for Parents
Principal's Message for Week of March 25
Hi Eagles!
I hope you had a great weekend! We have a short week ahead leading into a much needed Spring Break! Please read the following updates as we prepare for a great week together!
Congratulations to Sharyn Guthrie! She was voted on by her colleagues as the Instructional Assistant of the Year and the Bus Driver of the Year for Silk Hope School! We are so appreciative of all that she does for our students and school!
Congratulations to our volleyball team for their two wins over Chatham Middle and Bonlee last week! Keep up it, girls! We are proud of you!
Career Day is on Thursday!
- We are excited about our career day for 3rd-8th graders on Thursday, March 28th! This year we have 22 amazing presenters that are excited to share with your students and provide exposure to a variety of careers. Our 3rd-5th graders will participate in career day from 8:30-9:25am and middle school rotations will occur between 9:30 and 10:40am. This year we will be using a rotation system where students will be grouped together based on their surveyed career interests, and they will get to visit three presenters. Please encourage your student to share with you about the careers they learn about on Thursday!
Reminder: EOG Retesting is in June!
- Attention 3rd-8th grade parents--if your child does not score a Level 3, 4, or 5 on their EOGs, they will be asked to come back and retake their EOGs. This is a second chance to improve their score.
- Please fill out this form to help us start planning dates for EOG retakes. We appreciate your help with this initiative!
Support Your Eagles This Week: 1 Home Game This Week
- Come out and support your Eagles this week! We have one home game on Tuesday for volleyball and baseball. We will play Pollard Middle School beginning at 4:15pm. Come out and support your Eagles!
PTA Thrift Store Work Night on Thursday:
- We have a PTA Thrift Store Work Night on Thursday, March 28 at 5:45pm and we are in need of some volunteers. If you can help, please sign-up using this link. Thank you so much for your help!
PTA Golf Tournament is on April 8:
- Our big PTA fundraiser this year is a Golf Tournament on Monday, April 8 (teacher workday) at the Siler City Country Club. It is $300 to sign up for a team to play.
- We need help with volunteers! Parents, if you are able to help with the golf tournament, we could really use your help! If you would like to volunteer, please sign up using this sign-up link.
- All raffle tickets (sold and unsold) as well as any money for raffle tickets need to be turned in by Wednesday, March 27. Anything not turned in will need to be brought to the golf tournament on Monday, April 8.
Paint the Spirit Rock:
- Silk Hope School has a new spirit rock! It is located in our front drive. Families can rent the rock for one week to celebrate your child's birthday or any accomplishment. If you'd like to sign-up, please see the flyer below.
Young Authors Opportunity:
- Students are encouraged to submit their stories, regardless of format, with the chance to have their work published on the district's website and potentially win awards. While participation is encouraged, it's not mandatory, and any inquiries can be directed to school librarians. Updates are being posted to the program's website, so please check it regularly for the latest information!
Kindergarten Registration is Open!
- Kindergarten Registration for 24-25 is now open! If you have a rising kindergartener or know of a rising kindergartener, please enroll them using this link.
- See important Kindergarten Dates for Silk Hope below.
Reminder: Thursday, March 28 is an Early Release Day
- Friendly reminder that Thursday, March 28 is an Early Release Day for students. Students will be released at 11:30am. There is no school on Friday, March 29 through Monday, April 8 for Spring Break.
I hope you all have a great, safe and relaxing Spring Break! We will see everyone at the golf tournament on Monday, April 8!
Congratulations to Sharyn Guthrie!
Sign Up for the PTA Thrift Store Work Night!
SHS Eagle Volleyball and Baseball Schedules
Paint the Spirit Rock!
SHS Golf Tournament: April 8
Kindergarten Registration is Live for 2024-2025!
Helpful Links for Parents
Principal's Message for Week of March 18
Hi Eagles!
I hope you all had a great weekend with this beautiful weather! I hope you were able to spend some time outside. Please read the following updates as we prepare for a great week together!
Science Check-Ins for 5th and 8th Grade This Week
- Our 5th and 8th grade students will take a second science check-in this week. 8th grade will take their check-in on Tuesday and 5th grade will take their check-in on Wednesday. Please encourage your child to do their best and take their time.
Reminder: EOG Retesting is in June!
- Attention 3rd-8th grade parents--if your child does not score a Level 3, 4, or 5 on their EOGs, they will be asked to come back and retake their EOGs. This is a second chance to improve their score.
- Please fill out this form to help us start planning dates for EOG retakes. We appreciate your help with this initiative!
Support Your Eagles This Week: 2 Away Games
- We have two away games this week for volleyball and baseball. Both teams travel to Chatham Middle on Tuesday and Bonlee on Thursday. Games start at 4:15pm. Go out and support your Eagles!
PTA Golf Tournament is on April 8:
- Our big PTA fundraiser this year is a Golf Tournament on Monday, April 8 (teacher workday) at the Siler City Country Club. It is $300 to sign up for a team to play.
- If you don't play golf, have no fear! If you would like to volunteer, please sign up using this sign-up link.
- 50/50 Raffle Tickets are available for sale. Please see the flyer below for more information.
Paint the Spirit Rock:
- Silk Hope School has a new spirit rock! It is located in our front drive. Families can rent the rock for one week to celebrate your child's birthday or any accomplishment. If you'd like to sign-up, please see the flyer below.
Young Authors Opportunity:
- Chatham County Schools is excited to bring back our Young Authors program, originally established in 1989 by Mary Lee Moore. This year's program will focus on using wordless picture books to inspire student writing.
- Renowned author Scott Reintgen visited Silk Hope this past Tuesday and talked about his books.
- Students are encouraged to submit their stories, regardless of format, with the chance to have their work published on the district's website and potentially win awards. While participation is encouraged, it's not mandatory, and any inquiries can be directed to school librarians. Updates are being posted to the program's website, so please check it regularly for the latest information!
Reminder: Next Thursday, March 28 is an Early Release Day
- Friendly reminder that next Thursday, March 28 is an Early Release Day for students. Students will be released at 11:30am. There is no school on Friday, March 29 through Monday, April 8 for Spring Break.
Thank you all for your continued support of our students and school! Let's have a great week!
SHS Eagle Volleyball
SHS Eagle Baseball
Rent the Spirit Rock
PTA Golf Tournament and 50/50 Raffle Information
Helpful Links for Parents
Principal's Message for Week of March 11
Hi Eagles!
I hope you all had a great weekend and are soaking up the extra sunshine! Please read the following updates as we prepare for a great week together!
Thank you so much to all who participated in our Student Showcase on Monday night! It was great to see you in our building and to have our students share all of their hard work this year!
Congratulations to Rikki Deshaies! She is our Teacher of the Year! We are so proud of her. She will go on to the district level process for Teacher of the Year for Chatham County Schools.
Congratulations to the Silk Hope Band for receiving a rating of excellent at their competition on Saturday at Carowinds! We are proud of you!
Come Support Your Eagles! Home Baseball and Volleyball Games
- We kick off spring sports this week! Come out and support your Eagles on Tuesday, March 12 at 4:15pm as our baseball and volleyball teams play JS. Waters at home. On Thursday, March 14, our Eagle volleyball team plays Moncure at 4:15pm. We hope to see you there!
PTA Golf Tournament: Monday, April 8
- Our big PTA fundraiser this year is a Golf Tournament on Monday, April 8 (teacher workday) at the Siler City Country Club. It is $300 to sign up for a team to play. If you don't play golf, have no fear! You can help out in different ways. We will have a 50/50 raffle drawing and you can purchase lunch on April 8. Check out the flyers below for more information. If you have any questions, please reach out to our PTA President, Jessica Marsh, at silkhopepta@gmail.com.
PTA Thrift Store Work Night: March 14
- Our next PTA Thrift Store Work Night is on Thursday, March 14. If you can volunteer, we would love to have your support. Sign up using this link
Young Authors Opportunity:
- Chatham County Schools is excited to bring back our Young Authors program, originally established in 1989 by Mary Lee Moore. This year's program will focus on using wordless picture books to inspire student writing. Renowned author Scott Reintgen will visit elementary, middle, and K-8 schools to engage students in discussions and workshops. Students are encouraged to submit their stories, regardless of format, with the chance to have their work published on the district's website and potentially win awards. While participation is encouraged, it's not mandatory, and any inquiries can be directed to school librarians. Updates are being posted to the program's website, so please check it regularly for the latest information!
Support Your Eagles!
PTA Thrift Store Work Night on Thursday
PTA Golf Tournament and 50/50 Raffle
Helpful Links for Parents
Principal's Message for Week of March 4
Hi Eagles!
I hope you all had a great weekend! Please read the following updates as we prepare for a great week together.
Thank you to those that have donated snacks and drinks to stock the workroom this week. We are so very appreciative!
Read Across America Week:
- It's Read Across America Week! This is a week-long celebration of reading in honor of Dr. Seuss' birthday. We have a spirit week and some fun reading activities planned for this week. See the flyer below for the spirit week themes.
- There will be a book character parade beginning at 8:10am on Friday morning. Parents are invited to attend. Parents will check-in at the front office and line the main hallway for the parade.
- If you are interested in being a guest reader with our students, please sign up using this form.
Student Showcase on Monday:
- Come celebrate all that your child has learned this year in reading on Monday, March 4 at our Student Showcase Night from 6:00--7:00pm. Students will have work samples on display and will talk you through what they've learned. Mrs. Fields has social/emotional updates to share as well. Pizza will be served. We hope to see you there!
Transportation Needs Survey for Next Year (2024-2025):
- Parents, please complete the 2024-2025 Transportation Needs form. Our district transportation office is working to get information ready to begin planning for next year. If you have questions or need assistance, please reach out to Nicole Shoemaker in the front office.
AVID Applications for Jordan Matthews High School:
- 8th grade students learned about the AVID program at Jordan Matthews last week. If students are interested in applying, applications are due on Wednesday, March 6. Please reach out to Nancy Fields for more information.
- AVID Application
PTA Golf Tournament: Monday, April 8
- Our big PTA fundraiser this year is a Golf Tournament on Monday, April 8 (teacher workday) at the Siler City Country Club. It is $300 to sign up for a team to play. If you don't play golf, have no fear! You can help out in different ways. We will have a 50/50 raffle drawing and you can purchase lunch on April 8. Check out the flyers below for more information. If you have any questions, please reach out to our PTA President, Jessica Marsh, at silkhopepta@gmail.com.
PTA Thrift Store Work Night: March 14
- Our next PTA Thrift Store Work Night is on Thursday, March 14. If you can volunteer, we would love to have your support. Sign up using this link.
Band Competition at Carowinds on March 9:
- Good luck to our 6th-8th grade band as they travel to Carowinds on Saturday for a band competition! I know you all will do great!
Reminder: No School on Tuesday:
- There is no school for students on Tuesday, March 5. It is a teacher workday.
Thank you for your continued support of our students and school! Let's have a great week!
Student Showcase Night: Monday, March 4 at 6:00pm
Read Across America Spirit Week
PTA Golf Tournament Sign-Up and 50/50 Raffle Tickets
Principal's Message for Week of February 26
Hi Eagles!
I hope you all have had a great weekend! Can you believe it's almost March?! This year is flying by! Please read through the following updates as we prepare for a great week together.
Progress Report Distribution: Wednesday, February 28:
- Progress Reports for Quarter 3 will be distributed on Wednesday. These will be shared electronically. If you have any questions, please contact Nicole Shoemaker in the front office.
STAR Reading and Math are on Wednesday and Thursday:
- Students in 4th-8th grade will take their STAR Reading test on Wednesday, February 28.
- Students in 1st-8th grade will take their STAR Math test on Thursday, February 29.
- Please encourage your child to do their best. We use these assessments to help support teaching and learning in our classrooms each day.
Spring Sports Try-Outs: Monday, February 26
- Try-outs for baseball and volleyball begin on Monday, February 26. Try-outs will start after school and end at 4:30pm. Students must have an updated physical on file with Mr. Campbell to try out.
Mark Your Calendars: Student Showcase Night on Monday, March 4
- Come learn from YOUR child about what they've been learning this year in reading and learn a few tips about social/emotional learning from Mrs. Fields as well. Pizza will be served so come on out and see all the progress your student is making!
PTA Golf Tournament: Monday, April 8
- Our big PTA fundraiser this year is a Golf Tournament on Monday, April 8 (teacher workday) at the Siler City Country Club. It is $300 to sign up for a team to play. If you don't play golf, have no fear! You can help out in different ways. We will have a 50/50 raffle drawing and you can purchase lunch on April 8. Check out the flyers below for more information. If you have any questions, please reach out to our PTA President, Jessica Marsh, at silkhopepta@gmail.com.
PTA Stock the Workroom: February 26--March 1:
- Help the PTA shower our staff with appreciation by stocking the workroom. This is one of the most loved events by our staff! See the flyer below to see what items are needed. We appreciate your help!
8th Grade Parents:
- There is a curriculum night for rising 9th graders at Jordan Matthews High School on Monday, February 29 at 6:00pm. Go learn about the different clubs and classes that JM has to offer!
Thank you all for your continued support of our students and school! Let's have a great week!
Student Showcase on March 4
Stock the Workroom! Bring Donations This Week!
Golf Tournament Sign-Ups and 50/50 Raffle Tickets
Curriculum Night at Jordan Matthews for Rising 9th Graders
Principal's Message for Week of February 19
Hi Eagles!
I hope you all are having a great weekend! Just a friendly reminder that this is a long weekend for students. We have a teacher workday on Monday so there will be no school students. Students will return to campus on Tuesday.
PTA Thrift Store Work Night: Monday, February 19
- We have a PTA Thrift Store Work Night on Monday, February 19 beginning at 5:45pm. We need a few more volunteers so if you can help, please sign up using this link.
Spring Sports Try-Outs: Monday, February 26
- Try-outs for baseball and volleyball begin on Monday, February 26. Try-outs will start after school and end at 4:30pm. Students must have an updated physical on file with Mr. Campbell to try out.
Mark Your Calendars: Student Showcase Night on Monday, March 4
- Come learn from YOUR child about what they've been learning this year in reading and learn a few tips about social/emotional learning from Mrs. Fields as well. Pizza will be served so come on out and see all the progress your student is making!
PTA Golf Tournament: Monday, April 8
- Our big PTA fundraiser this year is a Golf Tournament on Monday, April 8 (teacher workday) at the Siler City Country Club. It is $300 to sign up for a team to play. If you don't play golf, have no fear! You can help out in different ways. We will have a 50/50 raffle drawing and you can purchase lunch on April 8. Check out the flyers below for more information. If you have any questions, please reach out to our PTA President, Jessica Marsh, at silkhopepta@gmail.com.
PTA Stock the Workroom: February 26--March 1:
- Help the PTA shower our staff with appreciation by stocking the workroom. This is one of the most loved events by our staff! See the flyer below to see what items are needed. We appreciate your help!
8th Grade Parents:
- If you are interested in helping with the 8th Grade Prom, please call or text Tricia Leysath at 919-971-5337. There is a planning meeting on Monday, February 19 at 6:00pm at Compadres in Siler City if you want to help.
- There is a curriculum night for rising 9th graders at Jordan Matthews High School on Monday, February 29 at 6:00pm. Go learn about the different clubs and classes that JM has to offer!
Thank you all for your continued support of our students and school! Let's have a great week!
PTA Thrift Store Work Night: Monday, February 19
Sign Up for the PTA Golf Tournament
PTA 50/50 Raffle
Help Stock the Workroom
Helpful Links for Parents
Principal's Message for Week of February 12
Hi Eagles!
I am sending this out earlier ahead of the big game tonight. I hope your favorite team wins! We're looking forward to a great week ahead!
It's basketball tournament time! Our girls basketball team will travel to Moncure on Monday for the first round of the tournament. Our boys basketball team will travel to Chatham Middle School on Tuesday for the first round of the tournament. Games start at 4:15pm. Good luck to both of our teams!
ACCESS Testing Continues This Week:
- A big shout out to our K-3 students who completed their ACCESS testing last week!
- Good luck to our 4th-8th grade students who take it this week! Please encourage your child to take their time and do their best on these tests.
- Please reach out to Rikki Deshaies if you have any questions.
PTA Meeting on Tuesday at 6:00pm:
- Our PTA will meet on Tuesday at 6:00pm for a general body meeting. We will meet in the media center. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend. We hope to see you there!
PTA Thrift Store Work Night: February 19:
- A big thank you for a full-house at our last PTA Thrift Store Work Night! We love to see our volunteer list full! Our next work night is on February 19 so sign up using this link.
Mark Your Calendars: Student Showcase Night on March 4
- Mark your calendars for a Student Showcase Night on Monday, March 4 at 6:00pm. Come learn about what your child has been learning in reading and take a few tips about social/emotional learning as well. We hope to see you there!
8th Grade Students:
- The Chatham Early College Application window has been extended until February 15. Please see Nancy Fields if you have any questions.
- You are invited to a Curriculum Fair for rising 9th graders at Jordan Matthews High School on February 29 at 6:00pm. This is a chance for you to learn about the classes and student clubs that JM has to offer.
Help with Career Day!
- Career Day is on Thursday, March 28 at 8:30am. If you are interested in presenting to students about your career, please fill out this interest form. Nancy Fields, our guidance counselor, will be in touch with those who sign up in the coming weeks.
Reminder: Teacher Workday next Monday!
- Our next Teacher Workday is next Monday, February 19. There will be no school for students.
Thank you all for your continued support! Let's have a great week!
Helpful Links for Parents
Principal's Message for Week of February 5
Hi Eagles!
Happy February! I hope you all had a great weekend! We're looking forward to an exciting new month.
Thank you to those that came out to the awards day celebration on Friday. It was great to have you help us celebrate the amazing growth our students have made thus far this year!
Good luck to our spelling bee winners this week! Our first through fourth place winners will represent us at the Chatham County Schools Spelling Bee on Wednesday at 6:00pm at Chatham Central High School.
Good luck to our basketball teams as they travel to Moncure on Monday and JS Waters on Thursday. The regular season will end this week so stay tuned for tournament information.
Check-Ins for 3rd-8th Graders on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday:
- We have our second round of NC Check-Ins for 3rd--8th Graders on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday of this week.
- Monday: Reading for 3rd-8th Grade Students
- Tuesday: Science for 5th and 8th Grade Students
- Wednesday: Math for 3rd-8th Grade Students
- Please make sure your child gets a good night's sleep and arrives to school on time. Please encourage them to do their best and take their time. We appreciate your help!
ACCESS Testing Begins This Week:
- ACCESS testing for select students begins this week. Please encourage your student to do their best. If you have any questions, please reach out to Mrs. Deshaies.
PTA Thrift Store Work Night: This Thursday!
- Our next PTA Thrift Store Work Night is this Thursday, February 8 at 5:45pm. We are in need of volunteers so if you can help, please sign up using this link. We appreciate your help!
PTA Meeting is on Tuesday, February 13:
- Our next PTA meeting will be next Tuesday, February 13 at 6:00pm in our Media Center. We hope to see you there!
8th Grade Students:
- The Chatham Early College Application window has been extended until February 15. Please see Nancy Fields if you have any questions.
- You are invited to a Curriculum Fair for rising 9th graders at Jordan Matthews High School on February 29 at 6:00pm. This is a chance for you to learn about the classes and student clubs that JM has to offer.
Help with Career Day!
- Career Day is on Thursday, March 28 at 8:30am. If you are interested in presenting to students about your career, please fill out this interest form. Nancy Fields, our guidance counselor, will be in touch with those who sign up in the coming weeks.
Helpful Links for Parents
Sign Up for the PTA Thrift Store Work Night on Thursday!
Jordan Matthews Curriculum Fair for Rising 9th Graders: February 29
Principal's Message for Week of January 29
Hi Eagles!
I hope everyone had a nice long weekend! We are excited to see you all in the morning!
Welcome to Mr. Mitch Stensland to Silk Hope! He will serve as our interim assistant principal and will be on campus on Mondays and Tuesdays.
Support Your Eagles: LAST HOME Game This Week!
- Come out and support your Eagles on Thursday as we play Chatham Middle School at home. This is our last home game of the season. Admission is $5. We hope to see you there!
Quarter 2 Report Cards: Distribution is on Thursday:
- Report Cards will be distributed electronically on Thursday, February 1. If you need any assistance with report cards, please call the front office.
Quarter 2 Awards Day is on Friday, February 2:
- Help us celebrate all of the hard work and awesomeness of our students for Quarter 2 on Friday, February 2. 6-8 will be at 9:05am; K-2 will be at 12:45pm; 3-5 will be at 1:55pm.
8th Grade Parents: Celebrate your Student in the Yearbook:
- Parents, if you would like to celebrate your student with a personalized message in the yearbook, please sign up using this link. If you have any questions, please reach out to Barry Barber.
Attention 8th Grade Students: Applications for Chatham Early College are Due Next Week!
- If you are interested in attending the Chatham Early College, applications are now live. Applications are due on January 31.
- Click here for an informational video about the Chatham Early College.
- Click here for FAQ about the Chatham Early College.
- Click here for the application link.
Help with Career Day!
- Career Day is on Thursday, March 28 at 8:30am. If you are interested in presenting to students about your career, please fill out this interest form. Nancy Fields, our guidance counselor, will be in touch with those who sign up in the coming weeks.
Character Trait for January: Self-Awareness
- The character trait of the month is self-awareness. Self-awareness is the ability to recognize and understand your own feelings, thoughts, and actions.
- Self-awareness helps us understand our strengths, challenges and what helps us thrive.
3rd-8th Grade Parents: EOG Re-Takes June 10--June 12
- Parents, please keep June 10--June 12 available for EOG Re-Takes for 3rd--8th Grade students. If students do not receive a Level 3, 4, or 5 on their EOGs, they will be asked to re-take their EOGs. Thank you for your support in this initiative!
Jordan Matthews' Sing and Play on February 22, 2024:
- The Sing and Play music competition at Jordan Matthews High School is open to students in grades 1-12. Sign up by January 31 for auditions, which will take place on February 6. The showcase will be on Thursday, February 22.
- Use this link to sign up.
- Use this link to learn more about the competition.
Thank you all so much for your continued support of our students and school! Let's have a great week!
Come Support Your Eagles! Last Home Game of The Season is Thursday!
February 2024 at a Glance
Helpful Links for Parents
Principal's Message for Week of January 22
Hi Eagles!
I hope you all had a great weekend! We have a busy, short week ahead so please read all of the updates.
Support Your Eagles: One HOME Game This Week!
- Come out and support your Eagles on Tuesday as we play Bonlee at home. We will recognize our 8th graders on Tuesday. Admission is $5. We hope to see you there!
PTA Thrift Store Work Night: Monday, January 22
- Our next PTA Thrift Store Work Night is on January 22. Thank you to those that helped at last week's work night--we had a full crew! Sign-up using this link.
PTA Planning Meeting for Golf Tournament: January 23
- Our fundraiser for this year is a Golf Tournament sponsored by our PTA. The Golf Tournament is on Monday, April 8 at the Siler City Country Club. We are having a planning meeting on January 23 at 6:00pm in our media center and we'd love to see you there! If you are interested in being a sponsor or supporting the event monetarily, donations will be accepted through our PTA.
8th Grade Parents: Celebrate your Student in the Yearbook:
- Parents, if you would like to celebrate your student with a personalized message in the yearbook, please sign up using this link. If you have any questions, please reach out to Barry Barber.
Quarter 2 Awards Day is on Friday, February 2:
- We'll celebrate all of the hard work and awesomeness of our students for Quarter 2 on Friday, February 2. 6-8 will be at 9:05am; K-2 will be at 12:45pm; 3-5 will be at 1:55pm.
Quarter 2 Ends on Wednesday! Report Cards are Next Week:
- Quarter 2 ends this Wednesday! Report Cards will be distributed next Thursday, February 1 electronically.
Attention 8th Grade Students: Applications for Chatham Early College are Due Next Week!
- If you are interested in attending the Chatham Early College, applications are now live. Applications are due on January 31.
- Click here for an informational video about the Chatham Early College.
- Click here for FAQ about the Chatham Early College.
- Click here for the application link.
Help with Career Day!
- Career Day is on Thursday, March 28 at 8:30am. If you are interested in presenting to students about your career, please fill out this interest form. Nancy Fields, our guidance counselor, will be in touch with those who sign up in the coming weeks.
Character Trait for January: Self-Awareness
- The character trait of the month is self-awareness. Self-awareness is the ability to recognize and understand your own feelings, thoughts, and actions.
- Self-awareness helps us understand our strengths, challenges and what helps us thrive.
3rd-8th Grade Parents: EOG Re-Takes June 10--June 12
- Parents, please keep June 10--June 12 available for EOG Re-Takes for 3rd--8th Grade students. If students do not receive a Level 3, 4, or 5 on their EOGs, they will be asked to re-take their EOGs. Thank you for your support in this initiative!
Jordan Matthews' Sing and Play on February 22, 2024:
- The Sing and Play music competition at Jordan Matthews High School is open to students in grades 1-12. Sign up by January 31 for auditions, which will take place on February 6. The showcase will be on Thursday, February 22.
- Use this link to sign up.
- Use this link to learn more about the competition.
Reminder: Upcoming Workdays and Holidays:
- Thursday, January 25: Teacher Workday
- Friday, January 26: Teacher Workday
Thank you all so much for your continued support of our students and school! Let's have a great week!
PTA Thrift Store Work Night on Monday!
Support Your Eagles: Home Game on Tuesday!
Upcoming Holidays and Workdays in January:
Spring 2024 at a Glance
Helpful Links for Parents
Principal's Message for Week of January 15
Hi Eagles!
I hope you all had a great, long weekend! We are excited to see everyone return to school tomorrow! Please read the following updates as we prepare for a great week together!
Thank you to those that donated deodorant over the past few weeks! Our donations were used in making kits for those in need in our community.
Congratulations to Sophie Lukomski, who won our Silk Hope School Spelling Bee. She will go on to represent our school at the district spelling bee in February!
PTA Planning Meeting for Golf Tournament: January 23
- Our fundraiser for this year is a Golf Tournament sponsored by our PTA. The Golf Tournament is on Monday, April 8 at the Siler City Country Club. We are having a planning meeting on January 23 at 6:00pm in our media center. Come out if you would like to be a part of the planning team.
- We are in need of volunteers to help plan out the tournament. If you are interested in being a sponsor or supporting the event monetarily, donations will be accepted through our PTA.
Help with Career Day!
- Career Day is on Thursday, March 28 at 8:30am. If you are interested in presenting to students about your career, please fill out this interest form. Nancy Fields, our guidance counselor, will be in touch with those who sign up in the coming weeks.
Character Trait for January: Self-Awareness
- The character trait of the month is self-awareness. Self-awareness is the ability to recognize and understand your own feelings, thoughts, and actions.
- Self-awareness helps us understand our strengths, challenges and what helps us thrive.
No Wheelie Shoes at School:
- To help keep students safe at school, students are not allowed to wear wheelie shoes. We appreciate your support!
3rd-8th Grade Parents: EOG Re-Takes June 10--June 12
- Parents, please keep June 10--June 12 available for EOG Re-Takes for 3rd--8th Grade students. If students do not receive a Level 3, 4, or 5 on their EOGs, they will be asked to re-take their EOGs. Thank you for your support in this initiative!
Support Your Eagles: One AWAY Game This Week!
- We have an away basketball game on Thursday, January 18 at 4:15 against Pollard. Go out and support our Eagles!
PTA Thrift Store Work Night: January 22
- Our next PTA Thrift Store Work Night is on January 22. Thank you to those that helped at last week's work night--we had a full crew! Sign up to volunteer on our website.
Attention 8th Grade Students: Applications for Chatham Early College are Live
- If you are interested in attending the Chatham Early College, applications are now live. Applications are due on January 31.
- Click here for an informational video about the Chatham Early College.
- Click here for FAQ about the Chatham Early College.
- Click here for the application link.
Jordan Matthews' Sing and Play on February 22, 2024:
- The Sing and Play music competition at Jordan Matthews High School is open to students in grades 1-12. Sign up by January 31 for auditions, which will take place on February 6. The showcase will be on Thursday, February 22.
- Use this link to sign up.
- Use this link to learn more about the competition.
Reminder: Upcoming Workdays and Holidays:
- Thursday, January 25: Teacher Workday
- Friday, January 26: Teacher Workday
Thank you all so much for your continued support of our students and school! Let's have a great week!
Support Your Eagles!
PTA Thrift Store Work Night: January 22
Upcoming January Workdays:
Spring 2024 at a Glance
Helpful Links for Parents:
Principal's Message for Week of January 8
I hope you all had a great weekend! We have our first full week in the new year this week and we're looking forward to a great week! Please read the updates below:
Spring 2024 at a Glance:
- Check out the graphics below with upcoming dates throughout the spring semester. These will continue to be updated as we get Spring Sports Schedules and plan additional events.
- Monthly calendars will continue to come home as well.
- Click here to get our SHS Website Calendar added to your Google Calendar.
PTA Planning Meeting for Golf Tournament: January 23
- Our fundraiser for this year is a Golf Tournament sponsored by our PTA. The Golf Tournament is on Monday, April 8 at the Siler City Country Club. We are in need of volunteers to help plan out the tournament. If you are interested in being a sponsor or supporting the event monetarily, donations will be accepted through our PTA.
- We are having a planning meeting on January 23 at 6:00pm in our media center. Come out if you would like to be a part of the planning team.
Support Your Eagles: Two Home Games This Week!
- We have a home basketball game on Monday, January 8 at 4:15 against Bennett. Only our boys team will play on Monday.
- Our Eagles take on Horton at home on Thursday, January 11 at 4:15pm. Both teams will play.
- Admission is $5. Come out and support our Eagles!
PTA Thrift Store Work Night: January 22
- Our next PTA Thrift Store Work Night is on January 22. Thank you to those that helped at last week's work night--we had a full crew! Sign up to volunteer on our website.
Attention 8th Grade Students: Applications for Chatham Early College are Live
- If you are interested in attending the Chatham Early College, applications are now live. Applications are due on January 31.
- There will be an Open House for interested families on January 11 from 6:30--7:30pm at Chatham Early College.
- Click here for an informational video about the Chatham Early College.
- Click here for FAQ about the Chatham Early College.
- Click here for the application link.
School-wide Spelling Bee is on January 10:
- Our school-wide Spelling Bee is on January 10 at 1:00pm in our Media Center. Come cheer on class winners as they compete for their spot at the Chatham County Schools' District Spelling Bee. If you have any questions, please reach out to Mr. Barber.
MLK Day of Service Donations Needed: Deodorant:
- Silk Hope School has been asked to collect Deodorant to support the upcoming Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service. We have had a few donations, but could use more. Our donation box is located in the front office. Your donations will help impact those in need in our community.
Jordan Matthews' Sing and Play on February 22:
- Sing and Play '24 registration is open! This music competition at Jordan Matthews High School is open to students in grades 1-12. Sign up by January 31 for auditions, which will take place on February 6. The showcase will be on Thursday, February 22.
- Use this link to sign up.
- Use this link to learn more about the competition.
Reminder: Upcoming Workdays and Holidays:
- Friendly reminder about upcoming workdays and holidays in January:
- Monday, January 15: No School--Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday
- Tuesday, January 16: Teacher Workday
- Thursday, January 25: Teacher Workday
- Friday, January 26: Teacher Workday
Thank you for your continued support our students and school! Let's have a great week!
Spring 2024 at a Glance:
MLK Day of Service Donations Needed: Deodorant
Upcoming Holidays and Workdays in January:
Principal's Message for Week of January 1
Hi Eagles!
Happy New Year! I hope you had a great holiday break and are excited to come back to school tomorrow! I know we are all looking forward to seeing you!
PTA Thrift Store Work Night on Thursday:
- We have a PTA Thrift Store Work Night on Thursday, January 4 and are in need of some volunteers. Please sign up using this link. We appreciate your help!
Come Support Your Eagles!
- Our boys and girls basketball teams play JS Waters at home on Thursday, January 4. Games start at 4:15pm. Admission is $5. Come out and support our Eagles!
Attention 8th Grade Students: Applications for Chatham Early College are Live
- If you are interested in attending the Chatham Early College, applications are now live. Applications are due on January 31.
- Click here for the application link.
Jordan Matthews' Sing and Play on February 22:
- Sing and Play '24 registration is open! This music competition at Jordan Matthews High School is open to students in grades 1-12. Sign up by January 31 for auditions, which will take place on February 6. The showcase will be on Thursday, February 22.
- Use this link to sign up.
- Use this link to learn more about the competition.
School-wide Spelling Bee is on January 10:
- Our school-wide Spelling Bee is on January 10 at 1:00pm in our Media Center. Come cheer on class winners as they compete for their spot at the Chatham County Schools' District Spelling Bee. If you have any questions, please reach out to Mr. Barber.
MLK Day of Service Donations Needed: Deodorant:
- We're excited to announce our upcoming supply drive in collaboration with CORA and Chatham County Schools' Excellence and Opportunity Department for the MLK Day of Service. We invite each student to contribute to this meaningful initiative by bringing in deodorant. Your donations will make a significant impact on the lives of those in need in our community. Our donation box is located in our front lobby.
Reminder: Upcoming Workdays and Holidays:
- Friendly reminder about upcoming workdays and holidays in January:
- Monday, January 15: No School--Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday
- Tuesday, January 16: Teacher Workday
- Thursday, January 25: Teacher Workday
- Friday, January 26: Teacher Workday
Thank you all for your continued support of our students and school! Let's have a great week!
Come Support Our Eagles!
PTA Thrift Store Work Night on Thursday!
MLK Day of Service Donations Needed: Deodorant
Upcoming Holidays and Workdays in January:
Principal's Message for Week of December 11
I hope you all had a great weekend! I hope that you all weathered the storms this weekend without any damage. We have made it to the week before our holiday break! Like last week, we have a lot happening this week so please read through these updates.
Winter Arts Showcase + PTA Update on Tuesday, December 12:
- Come get in the holiday spirit with our Winter Arts Showcase on Tuesday, December 12 at 6:00pm. Our 4th--8th grade band will perform. K-8 student artwork will be on display. Our PTA will provide a quick update about the spring semester.
- 4th-8th grade band students need to arrive by 5:30pm. Attire is concert black or festive, school appropriate holiday attire.
- We hope to see you there!
PTA Thrift Store Work Night: Monday, December 11:
- We have a PTA Thrift Store Work Night on Monday, December 11. We are in need of some volunteers. If you are able to help, please sign up using this link. This is our last work night before the holiday break.
SHS Basketball Games This Week:
- Monday, December 11: SHS AWAY vs. Chatham Middle School
- Thursday, December 14: SHS HOME vs. Moncure. As a reminder, admission is $5 and our concession stand will be open!
- Come out and support our Eagles!
Beta Club Fundraiser: Hat Day for $2 on Thursday
- Support our Beta Club Fundraiser on Thursday. Bring $2 to wear a hat on Thursday. Money will be collected by homeroom teachers. Beta Club is raising money for their upcoming convention in January. Thanks for your support!
MLK Day of Service Donations Needed: Deodorant:
- As we approach the season of giving, we're excited to announce our upcoming supply drive in collaboration with CORA and Chatham County Schools' Excellence and Opportunity Department for the MLK Day of Service. We invite each student to contribute to this meaningful initiative by bringing in deodorant. Your donations will make a significant impact on the lives of those in need in our community.
Friday, December 15 is an Early Release Day:
- Friday, December 15 is an Early Release Day for students. Please have arrangements for your child to be picked up at school or the bus stop at this earlier time. If you have transportation changes, please call the front office as soon as possible.
We wish you the happiest of holidays this season! Enjoy your break with family and friends. We can't wait to see you in 2024!
PTA Thrift Store Work Night: Monday, December 11
Winter Arts Showcase: Tuesday, December 12
MLK Day of Service Supply Drive
Eagles Basketball: Updated Basketball Schedule
Principal's Message for Week of December 4
Hi Eagles!
I hope you had a great weekend! We have a busy week ahead so be sure to come out and support our Eagles!
SHS Basketball Games This Week:
- Monday, December 4 is our first home game versus Pollard Middle School. Our girls will start at 4:15pm. Tickets are $5. Our concession stand will be open on Monday as well.
- Our Eagles travel to Bonlee on Thursday for their game. Both teams will play.
- Come out and support our Eagles!
District Science Fair is on Tuesday at Northwood High School:
- A big shout out to our 4th-8th graders for their hard work on their science fair projects! We are proud of their hard work! We were able to send 7 projects to the district level. Come out and preview their projects at Northwood High School on Tuesday, December 5 at 6:00pm. The awards ceremony will begin at 7:00pm.
PTA Thrift Shop Work Night on Thursday:
- We have a PTA Thrift Shop Work Night on Thursday, December 7 starting at 5:30pm. We are starting earlier so that we can attend the Siler City Christmas Parade. Please sign-up using this link if you are able to volunteer on Thursday.
SHS Float and Band in the Siler City Parade on Thursday:
- Come out and support our SHS Float and Band in the Siler City Parade on Thursday. The parade begins at 7:00pm. We hope to see you there!
SHS Winter Arts Showcase is Next Tuesday, December 12 at 6:00pm:
- Come out and get in the holiday spirit with our Winter Arts Showcase next Tuesday, December 12. Our band will play holiday tunes, student artwork will be posted, and our PTA will share a few updates about our upcoming events. It's going to be a great time so don't miss out!
December Character Trait of the Month:
- The Character Trait of the Month for December is Accountability. Accountability is an obligation or willingness to to accept responsibility or to account for one's actions.
- Accountability will be incorporated into our morning meetings and guidance lessons. We appreciate your help with discussing this trait with your child at home.
Can Drink Donations:
- Thank you to those that have donated can drinks this week! We are still accepting donations of can drinks (regular/diet soda, flavored water, etc.). Thank you for helping us to stock the teacher fridge during the holiday season.
SHS Holiday Ornaments:
- We have SHS Ornaments for sale! Check out the pictures in the flyer below. You can purchase ornaments online through SchoolCash Online or send in money with your child. Ornaments are $10 and come in blue and white.
12 Days of Holiday Cheer:
- To get us in the holiday spirit, we have the 12 Days of Holiday Cheer which is happening now until December 15. Participation is optional. Dress-up themes are listed on the flyer included below and in Talking Points.
December Counselor Newsletter from Mrs. Fields
12 Days of Holiday Cheer
SHS Ornaments For Sale
SHS Basketball Schedule for the 23-24 Season
Principal's Message for Week of November 27
Hi Eagles!
I hope you all had a great Thanksgiving with family and friends! It's hard to believe that the holiday season is here! We're looking forward to a fun few weeks ahead of the winter break.
Winter Sports Season Begins on Monday!
- The first game of the winter sports season is on Monday! Our boys basketball team will play at Bennett on Monday at 4:15pm. There will be no girls game--Bennett does not have a team.
- Both girls and boys will travel to Horton Middle on Thursday with the girls starting at 4:15pm.
- Admission prices have increased by $1.00 and are now $5.00 per ticket.
- Our first home game is next Monday, December 4 against Pollard. Come out and support our Eagles!
Spirit Week for Winter Sports is This Week!
- To celebrate the start of the winter sports season, our SHS cheerleading team is sponsoring a spirit week!
- Monday: Wear your pajamas
- Tuesday: Twin Day
- Wednesday: Classroom Color Day (Teachers will share the color)
- Thursday: Blue and White Day
- Friday: Character Day (Dress a character from a book, TV show, or movie). No masks are allowed!
PTA Thrift Shop Work Night: December 7
- Our next PTA Thrift Shop Work Night is on Thursday, December 7 and we could use some volunteers. Please sign up using this link!
Winter Arts Showcase and PTA Meeting: December 12
- Come out for our Winter Arts Showcase and PTA Meeting on Tuesday, December 12 at 6:00pm. Student artwork will be on display. Our band will play holiday songs as well. Our PTA will share a few quick updates as we prepare for the spring semester. We hope to see you there!
Can Drink Donations:
- Our PTA is asking for can drink donations to stock the staff workroom for the holidays. Regular and diet sodas and seltzer waters are appreciated! You can drop these off in the front office. We appreciate your help!
Frozen Auditions for Young Elsa and Young Anna:
- Jordan Matthews production of Frozen will hold auditions for Young Anna and Young Elsa on Tuesday, December 12 at 3:30pm at Jordan Matthews. 2nd-5th graders are welcome to audition. Students should be prepared to sing a 30-60 second selection of a song of their choice. If you are interested in auditioning, please sign up using this link. If you have any questions, please reach out to Rose Pate at Jordan Matthews.
Weekly SOAR Parent Newsletter:
- Our weekly SOAR Parent Newsletter can be found on our school's website on the homepage and linked in the weekly emails to parents. The same link is updated each week. Check it out!
Let's have a great week! See you all in the morning!
Spirit Week for November 27--December 1
SHS Ornaments For Sale!
Helpful Links for Parents
Principal's Message for Week of November 20
Good Evening, Eagles!
I hope you all had a great weekend! My sincerest apologies if you received an early call on Saturday morning! The system was set for 6:00pm on Friday, but some got the call at 6:00am on Saturday. I promise I didn't want to be your wake-up call on Saturday!
Silk Hope Annual Turkey Trot:
- The Turkey Trot is tomorrow, Monday, November 20! Please make sure your child wears comfortable clothing and shoes. And, don't forget their water bottle! Parents are welcome to attend the races. There is no seating at the Heritage Farm Park so bring a chair if needed. We ask that you park behind the Silk Hope Gym for the races. Race times are below:
- 8:15am: 8th Grade
- 8:50am: 7th Grade
- 9:25am: 6th Grade
- 10:20am: 4th Grade
- 10:50am: 5th Grade
- 12:00pm: PK/Kindergarten/Morton
- 12:45pm: 3rd Grade
- 1:15pm: 1st Grade
- 1:45pm: 2nd grade
PTA Thrift Store Work Night on Tuesday:
- We have a PTA Thrift Shop Work Night on Tuesday, November 21. If you are able to come out and work, please sign up here. Our sign-up has been updated with upcoming work nights so please sign-up if you are able to help.
- As a reminder, the more hours we work, the more money we make!
No School for Students: Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday:
- As a reminder, students do not have school on Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday of this week due to the Thanksgiving holiday.
Basketball Begins on Monday, November 27
- The winter sports season begins on Monday, November 27. Our boys team will travel to Bennett to play at 4:15pm. Bennett does not have a girls basketball team this year. Come out and support our Eagles!
Frozen Auditions for Young Elsa and Young Anna:
- Jordan Matthews production of Frozen will hold auditions for Young Anna and Young Elsa on Tuesday, December 12 at 3:30pm at Jordan Matthews. 2nd-5th graders are welcome to audition. Students should be prepared to sing a 30-60 second selection of a song of their choice. If you are interested in auditioning, please sign up using this link. If you have any questions, please reach out to Rose Pate at Jordan Matthews.
Weekly SOAR Parent Newsletter:
- Our weekly SOAR Parent Newsletter can be found on our school's website on the homepage and linked in the weekly emails to parents. The same link is updated each week. Check it out!
Eagles, we wish you all a very happy and blessed Thanksgiving! Let's have a great week!
Helpful Links for Parents
Principal's Message for Week of November 13
Hi Eagles!
I hope you all had a great weekend! A big thank you to all that attended our Veterans Day program on Thursday. Our students did such an amazing job in speaking, singing and performing. Thank you to all of our veterans for their service and sacrifice. We are forever grateful!
Character Trait of the Month: Empathy
- Empathy is being able to know how someone else is feeling even when you are not in the same situation.
- Students worked on learning more about the definition last week. This week, they'll work on reflecting on what empathy is and looks like each day.
- Thank you for your help in discussing what empathy is at home with your child.
Winter Sports Practice This Week:
- Girls and boys basketball teams and our cheer team will practice this week Monday--Thursday. Please make sure your child has a ride to pick them up on time after practice.
- The first game is on Monday, November 27 at Bennett. Games will begin at 4:15pm.
Mark Your Calendar: Turkey Trot is Next Tuesday!
- The annual Turkey Trot event is next Tuesday, November 21. This is a school-wide event. First place winners will win a turkey! Second place winners receive stuffing. Third place winners receive cranberry sauce.
- The schedule will be posted later this week with specific times. Our oldest students will start in the morning. Our youngest grades will be in the afternoon.
Christmas Assistance:
- We have partnered with Salvation Army to provide gift assistance for students under 12 years of age. Please go the website saangeltree.org to complete an application.
- Please reach out to Nancy Fields if you have a student older than 12 and are in need of gift assistance.
Mark Your Calendars: Winter Arts Showcase and PTA is on December 12:
- We will have our Winter Arts Showcase and PTA meeting on Tuesday, December 12. Come out and see student artwork and hear our band perform. We hope to see you there!
Thank you all for your continued support of our students and school! We look forward to a great week!
Mrs. Fields' Counselor Newsletter for November
Principal's Message for Week of November 6
Hi Eagles!
Happy November! I hope you all had a great weekend and are soaking up the extra hour of sleep! We have a busy, but short week ahead so please read through all these updates.
No School: Tuesday and Friday
- As a reminder, we do not have school on Tuesday due to Election Day. Make sure you go out and vote! We do not have school on Friday due to the Veterans Day Holiday. Make sure to thank a veteran for their service and sacrifice for our country!
Veterans Day Program on Thursday, November 9 at 9:00am
- Our annual Veterans Day Program is on Thursday, November 9 at 9:00am. The program will be held in our gym and we will have performances from K-3 students and our middle school band will play. Parents are welcome to attend this event.
- Please note that seating may be limited.
Character Trait of the Month: Empathy
- We are beginning a character trait of the month to support students' social and emotional growth. Students will continue to receive social and emotional learning support through the Second Step program in K-5 and classroom guidance lessons.
- The character trait for November is empathy. Empathy is being able to know how someone else is feeling, even when you aren't in the same situation.
- We appreciate your help in discussing empathy at home with your student!
Shout Out to Our Softball Team!
- We are so very proud of our softball team for a great season! The team has played hard this season and we are so proud of their teamwork and dedication! A big thank you to Emery Staley and Jamie Hinson for coaching this season. We appreciate your support and dedication!
Middle School Winter Sports Begins on Wednesday, November 8:
- Boys and girls basketball and cheerleading try-outs and practices begin this week on Wednesday, November 8. Your child must have an updated physical on file in order to try-out. If you have any questions, please reach out to Zach Campbell, our athletic director.
Mark Your Calendars! Turkey Trot is on November 21:
- The annual Turkey Trot is on Tuesday, November 21. Our PK-8th grade students will compete in the turkey trot. First place winners will win a turkey!
- The schedule for class running times will be shared next week.
Let's have a great, short week! We'll see everyone in the morning!
Principal's Message for Week of October 30
Good Evening, Eagles!
I hope everyone was able to get outside and enjoy this unusually warm, fall weekend! We are looking forward to seeing everyone in the morning!
Thank you to YOU and our PTA for an amazing Book Fair! Our students and teachers were able to get new books, which is always so exciting! It was a huge success and we are grateful for your support!
We have 2 more days of Red Ribbon Week! As a reminder, Red Ribbon Week is a week-long celebration for being drug free! On Monday, wear blue and white because we are going to be kind to our mind and SOAR! On Tuesday, say boo to drugs by wearing your halloween costume! No face-painting, masks or play weapons are allowed on Tuesday.
Friday, November 3 is our Quarter One Awards Celebration. We are recognizing students throughout the year for their hard work and growth! Middle school awards will be at 9:05am in the multi-purpose room. 4th/5th grade awards will be at 12:35pm in the multi-purpose room. K-2 awards will be at 1:45pm in the multi-purpose room. Our third grade awards will be on Thursday, November 2 at 8:00am in the media center.
Quarter 1 Report Cards will be distributed on Wednesday, November 1 via email. If you need to update your email address, please call Nicole Shoemaker in the front office.
The annual Silk Hope School Veterans Day Program is on Thursday, November 9 at 9:00am. We will have performances from students in our K-3 classes and 6th-8th grade band. Parents are welcome to attend this event.
A big shout out to our cross country team for a great season! Thank you to Coach Culberson and Dickerson for your leadership and dedication!
Good luck to our softball team as they travel to Pollard Middle School on Monday for a tournament game. Our girls will play on Thursday at home against Bonlee. Thursday will also be 8th grade night. Come out and support our Eagles!
A big thank you to the community for rallying support for our winter sports teams. We have coaches in place for winter sports--yay! More information about winter sports will be shared in the coming weeks.
Thank you all for your continued support of our students and school! Let's have a great week!
Red Ribbon Week Spirit Week: Monday and Tuesday
Support our Eagles!
Quarter One Celebration is on Friday!
Principal's Message for Week of October 23
Good Evening, Eagles!
I hope your weekend was great! We're looking forward to a great, busy week ahead at SHS!
A big thank you to the Silk Hope Fire Department for coming out on Friday and teaching fire safety to our kindergarten, first, second and third grade students. Our students learned a lot! Parents, be sure to ask your student about your safe meeting place.
The Book Fair is at Silk Hope this week! Your child's class will visit the Book Fair twice--once to browse and once to shop. Please see the flyers that were sent home regarding book and payment options. If you have any questions, please reach out to Kristin White.
It's Red Ribbon Week! This year's theme is Be Kind to Your Mind and Live Drug Free! We will celebrate being drug free with a spirit week. Check out the flyer below for each day's theme!
Good luck to our softball team as they travel to JS Waters on Monday for their last regular season game! Stay tuned for more information about upcoming county softball tournament games.
Our cross country team will travel to Chatham Central High School on Tuesday for their county cross country meet! Good luck to all of our runners!
Our PTA is sponsoring a Field of Honor in celebration of our Veteran's Day celebration in November. Please see the flyer sent home in TalkingPoints or below if you are interested in buying a flag.
The annual Silk Hope School Veterans Day Program is on Thursday, November 9 at 9:00am. We will have performances from students in our K-3 classes and 6th-8th grade band. Parents are welcome to attend this event.
Mark your calendars for Friday, November 3. We will have a Quarter 1 Awards Ceremony for K-8 classes. More information to come. We hope to see you there!
As a reminder, students do not have school on Friday, October 27 due to a teacher workday.
Quarter 1 Report Cards will be distributed online through email on Wednesday, November 1.
Thank you for your continued support of our students and school! Let's have a great week!
Red Ribbon Week: Spirit Week
Scholastic Book Fair is This Week!
Support our Eagles!
Field of Honor for Veterans Day
Principal's Message for Week of October 16
Hi Eagles!
I hope everyone is enjoying their weekend! We have a busy week ahead so please read through these updates.
As a reminder, there is no school tomorrow, Monday, October 16. Our staff will be participating in professional development sessions throughout the day.
Tuesday, October 17 is picture re-take day. This is for any student that wants to re-take their fall picture or for any student that missed the first picture day. These are the pictures that will be in our yearbook. Flyers went home last week. If you need additional information, please call the front office.
Wednesday, October 18 is Unity Day so wear orange! Unity Day is part of the National Bullying Prevention Month. This is a day where we can all come together to share hope and support by wearing orange.
A big THANK YOU to all of the parents that came out to the PTA Meeting on Tuesday! It was great to see you there! We currently have over 68 members signed up for the PTA, which is amazing! You can always join our PTA by clicking the MemberHub link on our website!
Our PTA is sponsoring a Field of Honor in celebration of our Veteran's Day celebration in November. Please see the flyer sent home in TalkingPoints or below if you are interested in buying a flag.
The Book Fair will be at our school next week! If you are able to volunteer, please sign-up using the link on our website or linked below on the flyer. We need help throughout the day. If you are interested in donating to our book fair fund, which will allow students that cannot afford to shop at the book fair the opportunity to get a book, please reach out to Nancy Fields. Thank you in advance for your support!
Congratulations to our softball team for their win over Chatham Middle last week! Our girls are doing so well! They travel to Bonlee on Thursday. Good luck!
Our Cross Country Team has a meet on Tuesday at Moncure! Congrats to Dylan Leysath and Ari White for placing in the top four in last week's race! Good luck to our runners on Tuesday!
Middle School Band Night will be this Friday, October 20 at Jordan Matthews High School. Some of our middle school students will be playing the National Anthem as well as some pep band songs. Come out and support our musicians!
Next week is Red Ribbon Week. We'll celebrate saying no to drugs with a spirit week. Check out the flyer below for the different themes!
Mark your calendars for Friday, November 3. We will have a Quarter 1 Awards Ceremony for K-8 classes. More information to come. We hope to see you there!
Thank you all for your continued support of our students and school! See you all on Tuesday!
Picture Re-Take is on Tuesday!
Red Ribbon Week is NEXT Week
The Book Fair is October 23-October 26: Click the Picture to Volunteer
Book Fair Donations
Field of Honor Flags for Veteran's Day
Principal's Message for Week of October 8
Good Evening, Eagles!
I hope you all had a great weekend soaking up this fall weather! We're looking forward to a great week together!
Our first PTA meeting of the year is this Tuesday, October 10 at 6:00pm in our Media Center! The homeroom class with the highest attendance will receive an ice cream party! We have lots of new ideas and events in mind for this year. Everyone is invited! We hope to see you there!
We have been celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month all month long! We will continue our celebration this week with a spirit week!
-Monday is Vaquero Day! Wear your best cowboy/cowgirl attire. Boot spurs and play guns are not allowed!
-Tuesday is Soccer Jersey/Team Day. Wear the jersey of your favorite Hispanic team or their team colors!
-Wednesday is Flower Day. Wear a flower headpiece, clothing, or accessory!
-Thursday is Neon Day. Dress in neon colors.
-Friday is Inspiration Day. Dress as your favorite Hispanic role model or celebrity. No face masks or face painting is allowed.
PTA Stock the Workroom is happening now! A big thank you to those that have already donated! Donations will be accepted through Tuesday. Salty and sweet treats and drinks are very appreciated! Let's show our staff how much we appreciate them!
Fall Picture Proofs went home on Friday. Proofs were also emailed to families. Please check out the ordering dates to avoid late ordering fees. If you have questions, please call the front office.
Our softball team plays Chatham Middle at Jordan Matthews High School on Monday and plays Pollard at home on Thursday. Games start at 4:30pm. Come out and support our Eagles!
Our cross country team travels to Bonlee on Tuesday! Good luck to our runners!
If you are interested in coaching winter sports like cheerleading or basketball, please reach out to Zach Campbell, our athletic director.
Thank you all for your continued support! We're looking forward to a great week together!
Hispanic Heritage Month Spirit Week
Support Our Eagles!
Red Ribbon Spirit Week: October 23--October 31
Helpful Links for Parents
Principal's Message for Week of October 2
Hi Eagles!
I hope you all had a great weekend! Happy October! It's hard to believe that we're almost through our first quarter of this school year.
The PTA needs your help! Sign up for Amazon Smiles and connect our school to your account. We can earn some money based on your Amazon purchases. If you shop at Harris Teeter, connect your VIC card to our school. This has to be done yearly. We receive a percentage from your grocery order!
Mark Your Calendar! Our first PTA meeting of the year will be on Tuesday, October 10 at 6:00pm in our Media Center. Come learn about the fun ideas and events that we have in the works for this year. Everyone is invited! We hope to see you there!
PTA Stock the Workroom is happening now! We want to show our teachers how much we appreciate all of their hard work! We are collecting snacks, single serve items work best, from October 2 through October 10. Any salty, sweet treat is appreciated as well as drinks!
We have a PTA Thrift Shop Work Night on Tuesday, October 3 at 6:00pm. If you can help, please sign up using the link on our website! We earned over $33, 000 for our work at the PTA Thrift Shop last year! Way to go, Eagles!
Our softball team has a HOME game on Monday, October 2 at 4:30pm against Horton. The team travels to Moncure on Thursday.
Our cross country team has a meet at Chatham Middle School this week.
If you are interested in serving as a coach for winter sports, please reach out to Zach Campbell.
Thank you all for your continued support of our school! Let's have a great week!
October Counselor Update
Support Our Eagles!
PTA Stock the Workroom
PTA Stock the Workroom
Principal's Message for Week of September 25:
Good Evening, Eagles!
I hope you all had a great weekend! The weather has been a great taste of fall this weekend! I hope you were able to enjoy it.
Morning car-riders, please remember to pull all the way down to furthest spot available. We have many more cars this year, which has created more traffic on our road. Please help us keep the line moving by having your child ready to exit the car when you stop. Thank you for your attention to this matter!
We have a teacher workday on Monday, September 25. There will be no school for students.
Fall Picture Day is on Tuesday, September 26. These pictures will be the photos you see in our yearbook. Fall Sports Pictures will also take place on Tuesday. Band students are asked to wear school colors for their picture on Tuesday. If you need additional ordering information, please call the front office.
Don't forget! Breakfast is free this year for all students! Encourage your student to stop by the cafeteria in the morning for breakfast.
We have our first HOME cross country match on Tuesday, September 26. The race will begin at 4:30pm and is held in Heritage Farm Park. Come out and support our Eagles!
Our softball team travels to Bennett for their first game of the season on Thursday, September 28. Good luck to our girls!
Our school is hosting Artist Residency, Gaspard and Dancers, this week. The group will work with our 5th and 7th graders. This opportunity is organized and sponsored by the Chatham Arts Council. Stay tuned for pictures!
Thank you all for your continued support of our school! Let's have a great week!
Meet Mrs. Browne, our Interim Assistant Principal!
Welcome to Mrs. Beverly, Browne, who is serving as our interim Assistant Principal. She has over 30 years of experience in education. She is a retired principal from Chatham County Schools. We are excited to have her at Silk Hope on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.
Principal's Message for Week of September 18:
Good Evening, Eagles!
I hope you all had a great weekend! Thank you to those that came out and supported our Curriculum Night on Tuesday! We're excited about all of our new parent volunteers for PTA! If you missed, please check with your child's teacher to catch up on any missed information.
If you are a morning car-rider, please pull all the way down to the furthest spot available. We have more cars this year, which has resulted in more traffic. Please utilize all the space in the front circle so we can keep the line moving. Thank you for your attention to this matter!
We have a PTA Thrift Store Work Night on Tuesday, September 18 and we are in need of volunteers. Please sign up using the link on our website. Thank you for your help!
Mark your calendar! Fall picture day is on Tuesday, September 26. Information was sent home this past week. If you have any questions, please call the front office.
Our middle school cross country and softball teams will practice this week Monday--Thursday from 3:00-4:30pm. Please make sure your student has a water bottle for practice. Our first cross country match is on September 26 at home. Our first softball game will be September 28 at Bennett.
As a reminder, breakfast is free for all students this year! Please encourage your student to go through the breakfast line each morning.
We are excited to be fully staffed in our K-8 homeroom classrooms. We do have a librarian position available. If you know anyone that would be interested in the position, please ask them to reach out to Ms. Linker.
Parents are welcome to eat lunch with their child on Wednesdays. No outside food is allowed. Parents are allowed to purchase lunch from our cafeteria. See page 4 in our Student and Parent Guidebook for more information.
We have two upcoming teacher workdays. There will be no school on Friday, September 22 and no school on Monday, September 25.
Thank you for your continued support of our school! Have a great week!
Principal's Message for Week of September 11:
Good Evening, Eagles!
I hope you all had a great weekend! Happy first full football weekend of the year! I hope your favorite team wins this weekend!
Join us for Curriculum Night on Tuesday! We will all start in the Multi-Purpose Room at 6:00pm. As a school, we will discuss school safety, Title I funding, and PTA updates. Classroom visits will occur after our whole group meeting. We hope you to see you there!
Our middle school cross country and softball teams will practice this week Monday--Thursday from 3:00-4:30pm. Please make sure your student has a water bottle for practice. Our first cross country match is on September 26 at home. Our first softball game will be September 28 at Bennett.
A friendly reminder for those in afternoon carpool. Please have your updated 2023-2024 carpool number tag in your car. Please remain in your cars. We will assist your child in getting into the car. We appreciate your help in making our afternoon carpool line run safely and efficiently!
We have a PTA Thrift Shop Work Night next Tuesday, September 18 at 5:45pm. Please sign up using the link on our website. We appreciate your support!
Thank you all for your continued support! We look forward to a great week together!