Salk Seahawk Scoop

The theme for Red Ribbon week this year is “Be Kind to Your Mind, Live Drug Free!” Red Ribbon Week is a week where people, schools, and communities unite and take a visible stand against drugs. During HEART class students will focus on healthy habits and choices. Students will pledge to live a drug free life. Red Ribbons will be worn by all staff and students for the whole week to show that we pledge to make good choices. Student wearing ribbons during this week will be eligible for daily drawings and prizes.

As a parent of a Salk Elementary student, you are a valued member of the Salk PTO. Our official Facebook group is here: Salk PTO. Please help us build the group by sharing with other Salk families and adding them to the group. We are also looking for members that are interested in joining our executive board.

Next PTO meeting is November 15 at 6:00 in the Salk Media Center.

STUDENT-LED CONFERENCES

We are looking forward to having our teachers meet with you and your child during Salk's Student - Led Conferences. During this time, students will showcase their goals and academic progress. It is important to include your child in these conferences so that they can take ownership of their academic plan for the year.

Conference dates and times are as follows:

Wednesday, October 25th from 4:30 to 7:30 PM

Thursday, October 26th from 1:00-3:30 PM & 4:30-7:30 PM

Classroom teachers sent out conference invitations by Thursday, October 12th. If you did not receive your notice for any reason, please click HERE to find the link to your child's teacher's Sign-Up Genius.

We look forward to seeing everyone at conferences. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Sincerely,

Anthony Birkmeier

The bell to start the school day rings at 8:30 a.m. We have had a problem with many students arriving late to school. This not only affects the student who is tardy, but also has an impact on the rest of the classroom. Many important events take place at the beginning of the school day. When a student arrives late, they are missing out on important classroom assignments as well as important announcements. They also interrupt the learning environment for the rest of the students. Please make every effort to assure your student starts the day off in positive way by getting them to school on time.

We have also have an increasing number of students leaving early daily. We dismiss at 3:30 PM unless otherwise noted. Students withdrawn early also miss on daily instruction and interventions. They also disrupt the learning environment. Please make every effort to schedule appointments outside the school day. We want to make sure all of our students are learning. Once we reach 3:15 we may not be able to dismiss your student early. With the many moving parts at the end of the school day, it is not always possible to redirect a student to the office at that time.

• Parade: A short "Halloween Parade" will take place beginning at 10:00AM on Tuesday, October 31st. Weather permitting, we will parade out the main doors (Door 1) across the crosswalk to St. Ronald's over to Clinton Villa (the residents love seeing our students dressed up) and loop back to the building. Our 6th grade students will lead the parade. All are welcome to come and watch our costume parade outdoors! (Please note- In the event of inclement weather, we will move our parade indoors and families will not be permitted to attend.)

• Classroom Activities: Classrooms/grade levels will be planning for Halloween activities and celebrations individually, either before or after the parade. If teachers request parent volunteers to help facilitate the classroom activities, all volunteers will have to submit a Background Check.

• Costumes: Students may come to school in costume on Tuesday, October 31st. They can stay in costume for the duration of the day. Costumes need to be school appropriate and cannot depict violence or excess blood/gore. No fake weapons are allowed in school (i.e. toy guns, swords, blades, etc). Costume masks can be worn for the parade, but not throughout the day. For costumes that have short skirts/shorts, leggings or pants need to be worn underneath.

Salk Spirit Wear is now available to purchase. Students and families can choose from the items above. The sale runs thought October 27th. Order forms are linked below or you can order online:

https://my.cheddarup.com/c/2023-2024-tshirt-sale?cart=a50050a6-f56a-4897-a5a4-a915e221f4f1%21%2165124811

On Wednesday, October 18th 5th-grade students from across the district showcased their talent at the Song Flute Concert. Looking forward to seeing them grow as many of them join band this year.

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If your child was absent or needs their picture retaken, Lifetouch has been scheduled to return on Wednesday, October 25, 2023.

Charlie has made several visits to Salk with great success. Students are happy to see him and he really brightens the mood. Charlie will be coming back in 2 weeks. The date will be announced in next week's Scoop. Now that students and Charlie have become acquainted with one another, Charlie has started making visits in classrooms and saying hello to students.

Charlie's purpose is to ease student's anxieties and increase positive emotions. We do not want his presence to cause fear or anxiety. As a reminder, parents have the ability to opt out of having their student interact with Charlie. If you DO NOT want your student to be around Charlie, then please fill out the opt out form linked here.

For the safety of students with allergies and Charlie, he will not be in the lunch room. Charlie will also remain out of classrooms in which parents have a student who opt out. Charlie will be under my supervision and kept on a leash at all times.

Rules for Interacting with Charlie:

Use calm bodies and inside voices when around Charlie.

Always ask before petting Charlie.

Don't take food around Charlie/feed Charlie

Dear Salk Families:

Get ready! The Scholastic Book Fair is coming to Salk! Choosing their own books empowers kids and inspires them on their journey to becoming lifelong readers. AND—as always—every purchase at the Fair benefits our school.

Here’s what you need to know about the big event, which will take place:

October 23rd-27th

Salk Media Center

Open Late on October 25th

Before the Fair, set up a safe, cash-free way to shop with eWallet—your child’s digital payment account. Anyone can contribute! Share each child’s eWallet so friends and family can add funds and give your kids more books to enjoy.

If you can’t make it to the Fair, then shop at our school’s Book Fair online. All orders ship directly to your home, and shipping is free for book orders over $25. Every online purchase will also benefit our school!

Visit our Book Fair homepage to learn more, get started with eWallet, and do some online shopping:

https://www.scholastic.com/bf/salkelementaryschool23

We accept cash, credit, and checks made out to Salk Elementary School

The possibilities are endless at the Fair!

Breakfast & Lunch menus may be found HERE.

Our partnership with Gleaners will continue! They will be set up from 9-11 AM on the following dates:

November 2

November 16

November 30

December 14

January 11

January 25

February 8

February 22

March 7

March 21

April 4

The drive-thru pantry will be located in the Klein Road parking lot at Fraser High School.

If you are in need of food assistance, you can find pantries in your area by visiting https://pantrynet.org.

• 10/23 - Red Ribbon Week Begins
  
• 10/25 - Picture Retakes
• 10/25 - Student-Led Conferences from 4:30 to 7:30 PM
• 10/26 - Half Day (12:00 Dismissal)
• 10/26 - Student-Led Conferences from 1:00 to 3:30 & 4:30 to 7:30
• 10/27 - Spirit Wear Orders Due
• 10/31 - Early Release (1:30 Dismissal)

Access the full District Calendar HERE at any time!

The 2023-24 Executive PTO Board:

Christine Ireland - President

Jordan Wheeler- Vice President

OPEN - Secretary

Amy Wiederhold- Executive Assistant

OPEN - Treasurer

To contact the PTO - ptosalk@gmail.com

The PTO is having their November family fun night at Cutting Edge on Saturday November 4th 2-4pm.

It’s $18 per student. You must pre-register. Visit www.cuttingedgeusa.com.

Important Contact Information:

Main Office: (586) 439-6800

Absentee Phone Line: (586) 439-6890

• 24 hour recorded line, please leave your child's reason for absence and length of time out. Absences reported to this line ensure most timely and accurate record.

Principal: Mr. Anthony Birkmeier, anthony.birkmeier@fraserk12.org

School Administrative Assistant: Mrs. Marcy Krebs, Marcy.Krebs@Fraserk12.org

Building Hours - 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

School Hours: 8:35 am – 3:30 pm

First Bell: 8:30 am

Instructional Bell: 8:35 am

Students must be in class by 8:35 am or they are marked tardy