Jaguar Journal
December 1, 2023
Message from Mrs. Morgan:
I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving! Although this time of year seems quick, the school keeps moving forward, while keeping the focus on learning. I'd like to thank all the parent volunteers who have helped decorate our halls. It looks amazing and the students love it!
Please encourage your child to meet their AR (Accelerated Reader) goal 100% by 12/20 and receive a prize from Mrs. Morgan and Mr.Greaves' treasure trolley!
Holiday parties will take place on Wednesday, December 20th. Be on the lookout for information from your child's teacher. Winter Break is December 21st-January 4th. I hope everyone has a wonderful month and an excellent Winter Break. It’ll be here before you know it.
In the spirit of the holiday season, I have shared the December dress-up days below for Students and Staff!
Thank you to all the families that order their child's artwork and gifts through Square 1 Art.
Mrs. Walker has raised over $3000.00 for the Art Department!
Crosswalk Safety
Let's keep our families safe, please follow the rules of the crosswalk.
- Pedestrians have the right-of-way, therefore, please do not rush to try and beat the families crossing.
- We have a walkway, flashing light, and guard to assist.
Lt. Rodriguez, our SRO as well as another Walton County Police Officer will be monitoring that area in the mornings and afternoons. Citations will be issued if cars are speeding and/or do not follow the rules of the crosswalk.
Afternoon Dismissal
As we enter the halfway mark in the school year, I'd like to send a few reminders about the car rider line in the afternoons. Safety is our priority!
- Be sure to have a car tag. The front office can issue you one if you've lost it.
- Parents are welcome to stand outside their vehicle in the car rider line, however please do not leave your vehicle and walk to the hallway entrance.
- No cell phone usage.
- Please do not switch lanes once you've entered one.
Congratulations to the students inducted into Beta Club!
⛄ December Dress up Days ⛄
🎵 Winter Concert 🎵
Allergy Aware Classrooms- Policy Change
Sharon Elementary School is updating the policy on food allergies to stay current with all other schools in Walton County. This new policy will start January 4th when all students return from the break.
Since lunch is eaten in the cafeteria, your child may bring peanut butter, peanut or nut products for lunch. There will be a designated peanut-free area where any classmate without peanut or nut products can sit with friends in the cafeteria. This plan will help maintain safety.
Classrooms will remain nut free for snacks and birthday treats.
We appreciate your cooperation in helping us to ensure that all students have a safe and successful remainder of the school year.
For additional information, please see letter attached below. A copy will be sent home in Thursday folders before the break.
Lost and Found
Please check our lost and found racks. We are overflowing with jackets and sweatshirts. The deadline to check lost and found will be December 20th. All items will be donated to the FISH after that date.
Winter MAP
December 13th- Reading Assessment
December 14th- Math Assessment
NWEA MAP is a nationally normed, standardized achievement test which measures what students know and informs what they're ready to learn next by using a computer adaptive test that adjusts to the ability and knowledge of the student.
Yearbooks
You may purchase using mypaymentsplus.com or send a check in with your student made out to SES.
PBIS
As Jaguars, we ROAR. We are Respectful, Organized, Accepting, and Responsible. At the beginning of the year, your students will be taught what this looks like in each area of the building. We have lots of fun plans for this school year to reward positive behaviors.
Pre-K- 2nd grade students: will participate in monthly rewards for positive behaviors (having at least 45 points and no major referrals)
The monthly rewards for k-2 will be the following.
- November- Movie and Popcorn (December 1st)
- December- Game Day (December 15th)
- January- Board Game Day (February 2nd)
3rd-5th grade students: will participate in quarterly rewards for positive behaviors (having at least 165 points and no major referrals).
The quarterly rewards for 3-5 will be the following.
- Q2- Game Day (Minute to Win-it, etc.) Grade Level Planned (December 15th)
- Q3- Glow Day (Glow activities) Grade Level Planned (March 8th)
- Q4- Bingo and Popcorn/Juice in the Cafeteria for 3-4; 5th will be announced at a later date.
The best way to earn points is to be at school each day and to be Respectful, Organized, Accepting, and Responsible! The character word for the month is Integrity.
PTO Corner
SES PTO is excited about their upcoming events in December! Follow the PTO Facebook Page at Sharon Elementary PTO for giveaways and additional information!
Santa Shop Is Here
It's that jolly time of year! Your SES PTO elves have been busy putting together a wonderful Santa Shop. We have made lots of changes this year and can't wait for our Jaguars to see it! The Santa Shop will be open December 4th - 8th. Your student can shop for holiday gifts for their loved ones during their class scheduled day and time. The shop has items priced from $1 - $10. An order form will be sent home to help create a holiday shopping list. Gifts can be wrapped before sending home. If you are interested in volunteering, for this event, just email us at sharonjaguarpto@gmail.com.
Winter Break BINGO
B-I-N-G-O! Our PTO Winter Break Bingo is a fun way to spend your free time together! Over the holiday break play BINGO by crossing off an activity you have completed over the Winter Break and if you have completed some BINGOs, turn in your BINGO form to PTO by January 8th to be entered into a drawing for a prize. Please remember only form per person, and SES Staff is welcome to join in on the fun. Be on the lookout for your BINGO card in your Thursday folders before the upcoming Winter Break!