I hope everybody was able to enjoy the extended winter break. It feels like forever ago, but we packed a lot of learning and fun into the 3 weeks we attended school in December. During the month, our students were able to showcase their many talents! Our variety show is always a fun time. It's incredible to see all of the skills that our kids possess here at Sandersville. It was neat to see the crowd cheering on all participants as they performed. It takes a lot of bravery to perform in front of 900 people! Our science fair allowed students to showcase their research projects around a specific STEM topic. I can't wait to see our students compete at the district level. The orchestra had their winter concert. We also were able to kick off our real-read program. Parents and community members teamed up to read to all of our classrooms. Facilitated by our FRC, Sandersville was a host for the Generosity Feeds program, where 30,000 meals were packed for those in need. We ended the semester with a spirit week and winter celebrations. One of my favorite events of the month was our MAP Incentive. We were able to spend one afternoon celebrating the hard work of our students with pizza and prizes!
As we move into January, we will focus on returning to our routines and setting goals for the rest of the year. January is a great month to reflect and refine. Our team will make sure to spend time setting goals with all of our students. This first week back will lay the foundation for success for the rest of the year. On the 15th of the month, we will send home our 2nd nine weeks report cards. With our standards-based report cards, you will be able to see the standards and specific skills your students have been working on in their classrooms. Our teachers do a great job of ensuring the report cards show student progress and inform future teaching. January will be a busy month!
I can't wait to see everyone soon!
Sunday 1/12- Sandersville has been selected as a spotlight school at the UK Women’s Basketball game against Auburn. A group of sharks will sing the National Anthem. Ticket information below.
Parents and families wishing to attend can make a purchase using this same link.
https://fevo-enterprise.com/event/2024wbbsandersville
2nd Week of January
Tuesday, 1/14- Cooking Club 3:00-4:00 (1st Grade)
Wednesday, 1/15- PTA 6:00 (Library), Sharks on Stage 3:00-5:00, FRC Advisory Council 3:00 PM
Thursday, 1/16- EPIC E-Sports 3:00-4:00, 2nd Grade Basketball Camp 3:00-4:00 pm
3rd Week of January
Monday, 1/20-No School Martin Luther King Day
Tuesday, 1/21- Cooking Club 3:00-4:00 (1st Grade)
Wednesday, 1/22- School Smiles Dentist Visit, Sharks on Stage 3:00-4:30
Thursday, 1/23- EPIC E-Sports 3:00-4:00, 2nd Grade Basketball Camp 3:00-4:00 pm
4th Week of January
Tuesday, 1/28- Cooking Club 3:00-4:00 (1st Grade), SBDM 4:30
Wednesday, 1/29- Sharks on Stage 3:;00-4:30, FRC Advisory Council 3:00 PM
Thursday, 1/30- EPIC E-Sports 3:00-4:00, Band Concert 6:00 pm, 2nd Grade Basketball Camp 3:00-4:00 pm
Attendance Updates:
We love to recognize students' achievements at Sandersville! Attendance matters and we have lots to celebrate with approximately 180 students having perfect attendance for Quarter 2 this year! These students will receive a certificate and enjoy a presentation from the Kentucky Reptile Zoo. Our goal for average daily attendance is 96%. Sandersville's attendance data shows we are at 95.53% for the first half of the school year. Classes that meet the 96% goal each month get rewards that vary from extra recess, art parties, hot chocolate party, etc.!
Technology Safety Tips:
Living in a tech savvy world, our students use devices daily. It's important to be aware and support students in making positive choices when using technology and accessing websites and apps. Commonsense Media has wonderful resources and tips to help guide your family in conversations, expectations, and setting boundaries when it comes to technology. Check out these resources here:
https://www.commonsense.org/education/family-resources
Mental and Physical Wellness:
Remember to take time to support your child(ren) and family's mental and physical wellness! Here are some screen free activities to try out!
- Play a card game or board game
- Sing karaoke or have a dance party
- Create an indoor campout, obstacle course, or scavenger hunt
- Learn something new (a magic trick, origami, juggling, etc.)
- Work a puzzle
- Make paper airplanes and have a race
- Bake or cook together
- Play charades
- Make something (a card, cardboard creation, painting, paper flowers or snowflakes, etc.)
At Sandersville, many community partners would like us to share information with parents. To save paper and ensure you have access to the event, we will use this section of the newsletter to highlight opportunities for our families.
University of Kentucky: Sandersville has been selected as one of the spotlight schools for the January 12th UK Women's Basketball game vs. Auburn. Ms. Brantley will lead a group of Sharks in singing the national anthem.
Parents and families wishing to attend can purchase from this same link.
