Summit Drive Families,
Please read through the newsletter to get the "scoop" on what's happening at SDE! You can also check our social media accounts for a snippet of some great things happening at Summit Drive. You can find the links to our social media accounts at the bottom of this newsletter.
As we wrap up this school year, I want to take a moment to share my appreciation for all of you. Weâve had an incredible journey filled with laughter, tears, hard work, and so much learning. I am truly proud of our 5th grade Eagles and all they have accomplished. I am excited to see them soar as they move on to middle school!
Parents/Guardians- We are quickly approaching the end of the school year, please make sure to stop by and pick up your child's medication before the end of the year. The last full day of school is May 21st, 2025. If your child's medication is not picked up by 12p.m. on May 23rd, 2025 Nurse Tikku will have to destroy it per district policy.
Attention Eagle Family and Friends - End of year celebrations are coming up! Please note the following:
- SDE students will not be permitted to attend Awards Days for their SDE siblings
- If planning on signing your student(s) out on any Awards Days, please bring your car tag/GCSD Backpack to sign them out. Students will not be signed out without one these items.
We look forward to welcoming everyone back in August. Please watch our social media page for updates on new Eagle staff, school supply boxes, and back-to-school information. We will also be adding " Eagle Spotting" to our social media stories, so feel free to share your fun summer memories with us! We wish you all a wonderful and fun filled summer!
Eagle out!
Jennifer Woody
Principal
Hello PTA members! We want to share our most up to date PTA calendar.
Please click the link below to view the May 2025 PTA Newsletter!
Back to School Vaccine Clinics: The South Carolina Department of Public Health is hosting four vaccination clinics at the Greenville County Health Department. The clinics are appointment only. Please share the flyers linked below. Link: English Flyer | Spanish Flyer
Future Teachers Scholarship: Established by the Greenville County Schools Foundation, the scholarship provides financial support to GCS students pursuing careers in education. You can help support this program. Your gift will go to students entering the education profession and can be made in honor or memory of an educator. Your contribution helps aspiring teachers achieve their dreams and ensures a strong future for our schools. Links: GCS Foundation Website | Scholarship Flyer
Security Addition for Elementary Schools: Greenville County Schools is committed to providing a safe and secure environment for all students. To enhance safety measures, we will begin utilizing the Evolv Weapons Detection System at our elementary schools, similar to the process already in place at middle and high schools.
Students in grades 3-5 will participate in random screenings using the Evolv system, which will be worked into the school day with minimal disruption to the schedule. While only students in grades 3-5 will participate in random screenings at this time, there may be times in which all grades are screened if necessary. Before the screenings begin, we want you to have the opportunity to preview this video, which schools will share with students to familiarize them with the process.YouTubeâs captioning function can assist with language translation.
Since the 2022-23 school year, the Evolv system has been used on a random, rotating basis around the district during the school day and at events. The system uses algorithm technology and cameras to detect concealed weapons, and multiple students can walk through it at the same time, at a normal pace. The system is a more current and superior technology compared to traditional metal detectors. Learn more at the Safety and Security page of the GCS website.
If you have any questions, please reach out to your schoolâs principal or the districtâs Infoline at 864-355-3100 or infoline@greenville.k12.sc.us.
Cell Phone Policy:
Due to a legislative action by the South Carolina General Assembly, the South Carolina State Board of Education passed a new cell phone policy for school districts across the state, which goes into effect after Winter Break. School districts must adopt this policy pertaining to personal electronic devices. At their December meeting, the Greenville County Schools Board of Trustees approved an updated policy to comply with the state requirement.
While Greenville County Schools had updated our policy last year and this is not significantly different, we want to make sure you are aware of the most notable updates in order to comply with the state, which includes that student cell phones and personal electronic devices must be stored in backpacks, lockers, or in a location directed by school; this includes smartwatches, earbuds, and all other personal electronic devices and accessories. Details about the updated policy can be reviewed on the districtâs website.
About Us
Mission
We are a community of leaders who work hard to stretch our minds, inspire others, and learn new things through perseverance.
Vision
We believe leadership is the foundation for our students and staff at Summit Drive Elementary. Once students exhibit these behaviors or dispositions, they have the ability to utilize their processing skills into Design Thinking. Students then develop a growth of entrepreneurial mindset. All of these skills and behaviors are woven into the South Carolina Academic Standards.
Email: jwoody@greenville.k12.sc.us
Website: https://www.greenville.k12.sc.us/sumdrive/
Location: 424 Summit Drive, Greenville, SC, USA
Phone: 1-864-355-8800
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SDEGVL
Instagram: Summit Drive Elementary School (@summitdrive_elementary) â˘
Twitter: @summitdrivees