It is hard to believe that we are a few weeks away from the end of the first semester! Students and staff have been working hard this year and will have an opportunity to celebrate their progress throughout the month of December.
We hope you will plan to visit Nance during school hours on Wednesday, December 11th to see our students' STEM Fair projects. Please enter the building through the main office. When you come to the office, your student will be able to accompany you to see the projects.
Don't forget that the last day of school for students is Friday, December 20th and winter break begins on Monday, December 23rd! Students return for second semester on Monday, January 6th.
Happy holidays and a blessed new year to you and your family!
Tyler Archer, Ed.D.
Principal
New Student Registration
New student registration is available at Nance every day from 8:00 AM-4:00 PM. The following must be provided in order to register new students:
- Photo ID for parent/guardian
- Proof of residency (unpaid utility bill such as gas, electric, AT & T phone bill, cable bill, etc.)
- Child’s original birth certificate
- Shot record
- Copy of physical exam
- Copy of dental exam
- Report card (if coming from another school)
- New students who receive special education services need a completed release of information and provide the most recent IEP.
In order to ensure we have the most up to date information for your child, parents and guardians of returning students will update a student information form, pick-up authorization form, media release, and technology usage release for each student. Forms will be made available to parents at the beginning of the school year or parents can come to the main office and complete these updates.
Are You Interested in Volunteering This Year?
School Hours and Attendance
Daily, on-time attendance is critical for your child’s academic and social development. All students are expected to attend school 95% of the time or more! School hours for the 2024-2025 school year are 8:20 AM-3:17 PM.
Parent drop-off is at Door 2 in the Nance parking lot beginning at 8:05 AM. Breakfast is provided for all students each day.
The school day ends at 3:17 PM. Students who are pick-up may be picked up beginning at 3:17 PM from Door 3. If you need to change your child’s transportation on any given day, please communicate this change to the main office by 2:00 PM. No students may be picked up from the main office after 2:45 PM.
Come everyday for your chance to win gift cards, prize baskets (like the one below) and more! The drawing will be held on December 19,2024. Please remember, the student must be present to win!
Have you ever felt like you needed a vacation but it was not the right time? For whatever the reason you couldn’t get away, a vacation was still needed. As Winter Break is approaching for our students, December 23rd, 2024 to January 5, 2025, now is a good time to explore some "staycation" ideas to help engage your child. Below is a list of 5 "Family Staycation" ideas for you to consider during the Winter Break.
1. Have a Movie Marathon
While you probably don't want your kids glued to the TV for the whole school break, a planned afternoon or evening of movie-watching can be fun. Choose a theme or a genre for your movie marathon, or just have everyone pick their favorite movie. Make some popcorn, grab a few other favorite movie treats and some cozy pillows and blankets, relax and enjoy!
2. Visit a Museum
A trip to a museum is both educational and fun. Depending on the interests of your family, you could visit an art museum, museum of natural history, science center or any number of museums in your area.
3. Go Bowling
5-pin bowling is a fun family activity. For young children or beginner bowlers, many bowling alleys offer bumper bowling, where the gutters are covered so that the ball stays in the lane. This allows the kids to focus on having fun instead of getting frustrated by having their bowling ball continuously roll into the gutter.
4. Go to the Library
If the weather outside is frightful, but you still want to get out of the house, the library can be a great destination. Kids can read books, look for movies to borrow or use the computers at the library, and you can find some new reading material as well.
5. Make a Family Scrapbook
If you have a digital camera or a smartphone, chances are you have hundreds, if not thousands, of photos on your computer that you have never printed off. It's a nice idea to get some of them printed and spend some time organizing them into photo albums or scrapbooks.
Melvin Cooper
PBIS Coordinator
Melvin.Cooper@slps.org
Practice MAP Assessment (3rd-6th Grade)
Nance STEM Fair
Nance STEM Fair projects are due on Friday, December 6th. Judging will take place on Tuesday, December 10th. All students will participate in the STEM Fair either through a class, small group, or individual project.
On Wednesday, December 11th, parents and families are welcome to come to Nance during school hours to see students’ projects that will be on display in the Rotunda. Guests should come to the main office and their students may come to visit the STEM Fair with them.
Knights Book Club- November & December
For the months of November and December we are proud to offer two selections as part of the Nance Knights Book Club program!
All students in grades Pre-K through 2nd are receiving a copy of My Brother Charlie. Written by Holly Robinson Peete and her daughter, Ryan Elizabeth Peete, and beautifully illustrated by Shane W. Evans, this touching story is told from the perspective of Callie, a young girl whose twin brother, Charlie, has autism. Callie shares her love and admiration for Charlie while also explaining the challenges he faces. Through Callie’s voice, we see how Charlie’s autism affects his family and friends, and how they all come together to support and love him. My Brother Charlie is a heartwarming tale that teaches children about acceptance, empathy, and the beauty of diversity.
Students in 3rd-6th grade will receive a copy of The Astounding Broccoli Boy. Written by Frank Cottrell Boyce, this humorous and action-packed story follows Rory, a seemingly average boy who suddenly turns bright green after an incident at school. He soon finds himself befriending another green boy, and together they explore what it means to be different while trying to solve the mystery behind their strange transformation. As they journey through thrilling adventures, Rory discovers that being "green" may be more powerful than he ever imagined. The Astounding Broccoli Boy is a quirky and delightful novel that encourages kids to embrace their individuality and see the extraordinary in themselves.
Here are some activities you can complete with your child when you read this month’s Nance Knights Book Club books:
Discuss Emotions – Ask your child how the characters feel in different parts of the story. How would they feel in similar situations?
Role-Playing – Act out scenes from the books, such as Callie explaining Charlie’s behavior or Rory’s discovery of his powers. This helps bring the stories to life and builds understanding.
Research Together – Look up more information about autism or superhero abilities in nature and science. This can lead to exciting family projects.
Family Journals – Encourage your child to write or draw their thoughts about the stories. They can create their own journal like Rory or reflect on a sibling relationship like Callie.
Book-Themed Art – Create drawings or crafts inspired by the characters’ unique traits (e.g., a picture of Charlie’s favorite activity or a broccoli-themed superhero cape).
What is My Child Learning This Year?
Want to know more specifics about what your child should be know by the end of this school year? Check out our detailed grade level documents available at this link. A document summarizing the key learning in ELA and Math is attached below.
Contact Dr. Archer
Email: Tyler.Archer@slps.org
Website: https://www.slps.org/nance
Location: 8959 Riverview Boulevard, St. Louis, MO, USA
Phone: (314) 867-0634