Dear Sandyston Community,
Reminder - no school for students this coming Monday, October 14. Staff will be working this day on professional development.
October is packed with school spirit! Take a look at the photos below to see how we Stomped Out Bullying during our Week of Respect. Up next is Red Ribbon Week, where we’ll come together to promote healthy choices and stand against substance abuse. Don’t forget to check out the flyer for all the exciting spirit week activities!
Don't forget to get your pumpkins ready for our annual Pumpkin Decorating Contest! Details in the flyer below. Pumpkins due Monday, October 28.
This is a reminder that for all dismissal or afternoon pickup changes, families must fill out the Transportation Change Form. Please avoid emailing office staff directly, as they may be unavailable. The transportation form is the only official way to communicate changes in your child's pickup arrangements. Thank you for your cooperation in ensuring a smooth process for everyone.
Veteran's Day Tribute
We'd like to invite you to as we honor our Veterans with a “Veterans Day Tribute.” This very special event on Monday, November 11, 2024, will feature readings, songs, and patriotic music all about the history and importance of Veterans Day. We welcome our Sandyston Walpack residents and families, especially our community Veterans.
An RSVP must be submitted in order to attend this special event. Please RSVP by Monday, November 6, 2023 to Mrs. Timerly Hill, 973-948-4450 thill@sandystonwalpack.org or click here to fill out an online RSVP Google Form. We hope you are able to join us for our “Veterans Day Tribute” on Wednesday, November 8, 2023 at 10:30 am.
We will be displaying our annual Wall of Honor during this week. All prior submissions will be displayed. If you would like to add your veteran family member, email a picture, name, military rank, and duties performed to wwesighan@sandystonwalpack.org by Monday, November 6th. A formal invitation is below.
Pumpkin Run Information
The Annual Pumpkin Run will be held on Wednesday, October 30 this year. Students will warm up outside at 2 p.m., with the run starting at 2:15 p.m. Please refer to the map below for the run route.
- To keep our Pumpkin Run safe, we ask that parents/guardians always remain inside the center viewing circle. Please allow staff members and 6th Grade Buddies to support our students during the run.
Halloween Information
We are looking forward to celebrating Halloween at SWS!
- Class parties, which are for students only, will take place before the parade.
- Children will wear their costumes to school and keep them on all day.
Halloween Parade
Our parade will begin promptly at 2:15 p.m.
- Please review the map below, which details the Halloween parade route and the best location to stand for each grade level.
- To keep our parade safe, we ask that parents/guardians always remain inside the center viewing circle.
Pickup of Students After Parade
Parents/guardians who wish to pick up their child after the parade MUST fill out the SWS Transportation Form by noon - click here for the link - click here for the link. This form must be filled out to pick up your child. Student sign-out will occur at tables starting at 2:45 p.m., as noted on the map.
Halloween Costume Guidelines
Halloween costumes should be school-appropriate.
Avoid excessively scary costumes as they might frighten our younger students.
Costumes should not represent violence; no blood or gore.
Toy weapons of any kind are not allowed.
Children may not wear costume masks that block vision or hide identities.
Please check your child's costume for safety. Ensure it is not too long and does not create a tripping hazard.
We ask that adults visiting the school adhere to all of these guidelines as well.
Brooke Phillips
Principal
Get ready—the Scholastic Book Fair is coming to our school! This is a great opportunity to connect
with your child over the thrill of bringing home new books to dive into again and again. Studies show that kids read more when they choose books for themselves. And fostering a love of independent reading leads to a wide variety of benefits—including academic success and improved mental health. Here’s everything you need to know about the Book Fair:
- Dates: Week of October 21-25 during school hours
- Location: In the lobby outside the all purpose room/gym
- Family Event schedule: After school purchases on October 22 and 24
- There’s even more info on our school’s Book Fair homepage: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/sandystonwalpackschool
While you’re there, set up a Book Fair eWallet, the digital payment account that allows your child to
shop for books at the Fair without cash. Then share your eWallet link so friends and extended family can add funds. When you fund an eWallet, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to a giving initiative called Share the Fair. Your contributions directly support our students who need help buying books from the Fair.
