September 18, 2024
SCE Earns a 5 Star Rating
Sycamore Creek Elementary earned a 5-Star rating on the most recent Ohio School Report Card. There are only 3 other buildings in the district earning this distinction. The state report card is a measure of how our students are performing, not only on the 3-4 grade state tests, but we are also scored on Early Literacy, student attendance, English language proficiency improvement and how well identified groups of students are meeting their growth goal for the year in reading and math. Some of our student groups at SCE include Black, Non-Hispanic, Students with Disabilities, English Learners, and Economically Disadvantaged. All of our student groups continue to not only meet but exceed their expected growth each year.
The teachers and staff work tirelessly to help reach all students year after year. I know many of you have been a part of the building for several years, and know Sycamore Creek is a special place. The success of our students is a direct result of our teachers and the support our families continue to provide.
If you would like to know more about the state report card and see greater details about our performance, you can check out this website.
Bus Transportation
DOWNLOAD MY STOP APP
The My Stop app provides mobile access to student bus information. The app displays the location of the students assigned school bus, as well as the estimated time of arrival at their stop.
Parents can also receive notifications in case of bus delays or changes and other information.
You can download the Versatrans My Stop app from Tyler Technologies at the Google play Store or App Store.
Once you have downloaded the app, select Pickerington Local School District. For Username and Password, enter your students school ID number in both fields.
If you have any questions about the app, please contact the transportation office for assistance at (614) 837-8525.
The Peterman Bus Tracker app is no longer being used.
Veterans Day Program
Please click on the attached SCE Veterans Day letter for more information!
APEX Fun Run - Tomorrow!!
Thursday is going to be our APEX fun run! We are so excited to see all the students participate on Thursday. We will be allowing spectators on the hill, but they will not be allowed to interact with students.
9:45-10:45
Track 1 - Morning Kindergarten - (1) First Grade Class
Track 2 - (4) First Grade Classes
10:45-11:45
Track 1 - (3) Second Grade Classes
Track 2 - (3) Second Grade Classes
1:30 - 2:30
Track 1 - Kindergarten PM
Track 2 - (2) Curl and Gillum
2:30 - 3:30
Track 1 - (5) Fourth Grade Classes
Track 2 - (1) Fourth Grade Class, Payne, Phalon, Hentemann, Spencer
School Fees
K-4 Academic Fees were assigned last week. You can pay online by logging into your Infinite Campus Parent Portal and pay online via eCheck, Credit or Debit Card. You may also pay in the front office.
Volunteers
If you have been a volunteer in the past, you must sign up again. Volunteer approvals are only good for the school year in which you signed up. Every volunteer must annually complete the Google form.
Here is the link to the Google Form: https://forms.gle/3c2wxQ3TxqeSh4AQA
If you want to be a Level 2 volunteer please make sure you complete the Google form and then need to complete this: https://securevolunteer.com/PICKERINGTON-LOCAL-SCHOOL-DISTRICT/home
Attendance
September is Attendance Awareness Month! – Stay in the Game to Get in the Game
We are excited to announce that Pickerington Local Schools is partnering with The Stay in the Game! Attendance Network, in collaboration with the Cleveland Browns and Columbus Crew, to launch an exciting new initiative – "Stay in the Game! Keep Learning Every Day!" Dedicated to improving student attendance.
September is Attendance Awareness Month, and we know that consistent daily attendance is critical to our students' academic and social success. Missing a school day here and there may seem small, but absences add up quickly! For example:
Missing just two days a month adds up to 20 days a year.
That's 30 hours of math and 60 hours of reading and writing missed over the school year.
These absences can add up to more than one full year of missed school by graduation!
That's why we are committed to uncovering and addressing the barriers that may prevent your child from attending school every day. Together, we can build a school-going culture that ensures our students are prepared for success in every way.
To further encourage daily attendance, Pickerington Local Schools Athletics will award one free ticket to any fall sporting event (except the North vs. Central Football game) to each student with perfect attendance during September. Additionally, students will be recognized at a North or Central Football Game.
Parents, you'll also learn tips and strategies to make school attendance a priority at home.
Every day counts. Let's work together to ensure our students thrive in positive learning environments!
Counselor's Corner
Character Strong - Respect
For the month of September our students will be focusing on Responsibility! Responsibility is taking action and understanding the impact of our choices. As we continue to learn and work on responsibility!
Here are some book recommendations to read at home!
Instructional Coach
Hello Families,
Are you looking for "at home" reading tips? Check out the link below. The link below gives ideas in multiple languages.
PTO News
Last Call Alert! Tonight is the last night BEFORE our Apex Fun Run to get pledges! Here’s what you need to know:
Get those pledges in.
Get a good night’s sleep.
Wear comfy shoes tomorrow.
Hydrate and have a good breakfast.
Celebrate how hard your student has worked!
Let's make tomorrow unforgettable!
It's time to show your school spirit, Sycamore Creek! Our Back-To-School Spirit Wear Sale is open, and it starts with 30% off the entire site! Check out our fresh new designs today!
*Orders placed through the website below will be shipped directly to your home*
Information About Latchkey
Event Flyers
Calendar of upcoming dates
Sept 9th - 19th - APEX
Sept 16th - 20th - Start with Hello Week
Sept 28th - Welcome Back Party
Oct 1st - Picture Retake Day
Oct 1st - Parent teacher conferences