Suffield Elementary Newsletter
November 27, 2024
NO SCHOOL THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 28 - MONDAY, DECEMBER 2
A message from the Principal - Mrs. Bookman
Dear Suffield Family,
During this season of Thanksgiving, it's a tradition to reflect on the blessings in our lives. Today, I want to express my deep gratitude for the incredible individuals who make up our community – the remarkable children, the supportive families, and the dedicated staff. Suffield is more than a school; it's a family and I feel blessed to be a part of it.
I am profoundly thankful for the privilege of leading this school. The opportunity to work with such an outstanding group of individuals fills my heart with gratitude. As we gather to celebrate this season, let us continue to appreciate the richness of our community and the bonds that make Suffield an extraordinary place.
Enjoy the holiday with your friends and family!
With Thanksgiving,
Mrs. Bookman
Principal
Christmas at Wingfoot Lake State Park
Plan to join the community at Wingfoot Park on Wednesday, December 11th for a community sing along, cookies, hot cocoa, crafts, Santa, and a special performance by our 5th grade. The event begins at 6:00pm and concludes at 7:30 in the Pine Tree Shelter Pavilion. We hope that you and your family will stop out for some Holiday Fun!
2024 Christmas Program - December 19th
Join the 2nd and 4th Graders for a night of Holiday music and cheer! Thursday, December 19th at 6:00 pm 2nd Graders will be performing The Littlest Christmas Tree, a story about discovering the meaning of Christmas. Following their performance, at 7:00 pm, 4th Grade students will bring the spirit of the season to life with Christmas at the Movies!
Santa Shop 2024
Santa Shop will be back for the 2024 Holiday Season. We need volunteers to help us run the shop! Santa Shop will take place the week of December 9th and set up will be on the Friday, December 6th. On the sign up below, you will find the dates and times slots that we need volunteers. We have listed the classes that will shop during these times so that you can volunteer during your student’s time to shop.
We are also in need of volunteers to help set up and clean up. These are very important jobs, so please consider volunteering for those times as well. Those times are listed as well.
Please feel free to email with any questions. suffieldpta@gmail.com
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C45ABAC22ABFA7-53360813-suffield
Suffield PTA Membership Drive
Membership Drive - Week 4
Mrs. Lawrence's class is the winner!
Suffield PTA
The Suffield PTA meets monthly. Members are welcome to join regardless of their level of involvement. Meetings will be held via Google Meets.
Meetings for 2024-2025
Wednesday, January 15th @ 3:45 pm
Tuesday, February 11th @ 3:45 pm
Wednesday, March 12th @ 3:45 pm
Wednesday, April 9th @ 3:45 pm
Wednesday, May 14th @ 3:45 pm
Child Find
Identification of Children with Disabilities
The Field Local School district is in the process of locating, evaluating, and identifying children from birth to age 21, residing in the district, who may be entitled to a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE), including special education and related aids and services, pursuant to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEA) or Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504).
Children eligible for FAPE under the IDEA are those with disabilities such as Autism,
Multiple Disabilities, Deaf-Blindness, Hearing Impairment, Visual Impairment, Speech or Language Impairment, Orthopedic Impairment, Emotional Disturbance, Intellectual Impairment, Traumatic Brain Injury or Specific Learning Disability.
Children eligible for FAPE under Section 504 include children who have a physical or
mental impairment that substantially limits a major life activity. If you know of a child who may have a disability or a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits a major life activity, or if you would simply like additional information, please contact Megan Longfellow, Director of Special Services at (330) 673-2659 or email her at megan.longfellow@fieldlocalschools.org
Dog License
It’s that time of year to purchase a license for your dog. Applications for a new license may be picked up at Suffield Elementary. If you already have a dog license, you probably received your renewal notice mailed to your home. Your completed new application or renewal, along with payment, may be dropped off at our school. Licenses are $15 per dog until January 31, 2025. After that, under state law, the cost will go to $30 per dog. Please make checks payable to Portage County Dog Warden
All Lost and Found items that are not
claimed will be donated to Goodwill on December 20th
Friendly reminder to check the Lost and Found when visiting our school!
We're thrilled to welcome you to our school, whether it's for a parent-teacher conference, a special event, or just to spend some time with your child's class. As you explore our wonderful learning environment, we wanted to take a moment to remind you about an important stop you can make while you're here - our Lost and Found!
Our Lost and Found is a treasure trove of forgotten items, from jackets and lunch boxes to water bottles and notebooks. Sometimes, the smallest and most valuable items end up there, waiting to be reunited with their owners. We encourage you to check the Lost and Found area located near the gym while you're visiting.
We also recommend labeling your child's items with their name and contact information to make it easier for us to return lost items promptly.
Outdoor Recess
Temperatures are starting to drop and we would like to pass along some details about recess, so you can plan accordingly. We will go out to recess if the temperature is above 20 degrees. We would like to remind parents that there are certain areas on the playground where snow boots are required and other areas where snow pants and boots are required during the winter months. If they do not wear the proper attire for these areas, they will have to stay on the blacktop area. Thank you in advance for your help.
Leadership Roles for the Month of December
Don't forget School Fees are past due!
Listed below are the fees for each grade level. This money helps to pay for a portion of the workbooks, paper, and other consumable supplies. Please send this amount as soon as possible. Checks are to be made payable to FIELD LOCAL SCHOOLS. You can also pay your school fees online at Pay School Central by clicking here. All school fees (current and past due) are past due. As always, please contact Mrs. Bookman if you have any questions.
KDGN: $84
1ST: $77
2ND: $67
3RD: $70
4TH: $71
5TH: $61
Follow the Big Red Community for Events and Updates!
Are you signed up to be a part of the neighborhood bridges Field Local Community ?
If not, click here to follow the link to learn more and start helping making a difference in the lives of the students at Field Schools !!
Registration for Free and Reduced Lunches
Lunch Visitors
We will allow a limited number of parents to join students for lunch each day. Below you will find a link to sign up for a time slot. There will be 5 slots available per grade level, per school day. Due to limited seating, only one person per student may sign up. To be fair to other parents, please do not sign up for more than one slot. Please remember that due to safety reasons, only adults may visit during lunch.
We thank you for your understanding and cooperation and look forward to seeing you in the building!
What's for Lunch?
Monday, December 2
No School
Tuesday, December 3
Chicken Strips/PBJ Sandwich with String Cheese
Smiley Fries/Salad/Fruit/Milk
Wednesday, December 4
Dominos Pepperoni Pizza/PBJ Sandwich with String Cheese
Corn/Carrot Sticks w/Ranch/Salad/Fruit/Milk
Thursday, December 5
Cheese Quesadilla/PBJ Sandwich with String Cheese
Refried Beans/Salad/Fruit/Milk
Friday, December 6
Mini Pancakes & Sausage/PBJ Sandwich with String Cheese
Tater Tots/Salad/Fruit/Milk
Also available each day as a lunch item:
Chef Salads
Fruit/Yogurt Parfait
Do You Know What Day It Is?
Student Medications
If you have medications that you need to have at school for your child, DO NOT send them to school with your child on the bus. Please bring them to school. The office is open from 8:00 am-4:00 pm. Please call the school if you have questions.
Counselor's Corner - a note from Miss Livers
Substitutes Needed
We are now hiring classified substitute workers for various roles, including Playground Monitors, Educational Aides, Cafeteria Workers, Secretarial Staff, Custodial Staff, Bus Aides, and Bus Drivers. A current BCI & FBI background check is required before applying for any substitute position. Some positions may also require an aide permit, which the Administration Office can help you obtain. You have the flexibility to work the hours that suit you, and you'll be on call to cover for regular employees. For more details or assistance with the application process, please contact Bev Bable at the Administration Office beverly.bable@fieldlocalschools.org.
Birthday Treats
At this time, we will allow Birthday Treats to be brought to school. We are required to inform you of the Healthy Eating Guidelines (see below) and suggest that you use this when selecting a treat. Whatever you choose, please note that all treats brought to school for the purpose of sharing with others, need to be prepackaged so we are able to know and see the ingredients list. There are many students who have a variety of food allergies and having the ingredients listed helps the school nurse determine if a student with allergies can eat a particular treat.
Suffield CARES
Suffield CARES helps provide “short-term emergency needs” to families in Suffield. If you are in danger of having your electric or heat terminated, being evicted or have other emergency needs, call Mrs. Bookman at school or Chief Rasnick at (330)628-9240.
Shop Using Amazonsmile
What is AmazonSmile?
AmazonSmile is a simple way for you to support your favorite charitable organization every time you shop, at no cost to you. AmazonSmile is available at smile.amazon.com on your web browser and can be activated in the Amazon Shopping app for iOS and Android phones. When you shop AmazonSmile, you’ll find the exact same low prices, vast selection and convenient shopping experience as Amazon.com, with the added benefit that AmazonSmile will donate 0.5% of your eligible purchases to the charitable organization of your choice, You can choose Suffield PTA.
You shop. Amazon gives.
Amazon donates 0.5% of the price of your eligible AmazonSmile purchases to the charitable organization of your choice. All you have to do is select Suffield Elementary PTA and 0.5% of the price of your eligible purchases will be donated to the PTA.
AmazonSmile is the same Amazon you know. Same products, same prices, same service.
Support your charitable organization by starting your shopping at smile.amazon.com
ACME Receipt Time
It’s time to start saving Acme receipts! Send in receipts dated August 1, 2024 or after to your child’s teacher. Acme will accept receipts from now until February 15, 2024! Invite your friends and family to save receipts! Let’s see if we can collect more than last year! Click here to see what brands earn 5% community cashback.
Continue to Save Box Tops!
Remember to save, save, save those Box Tops! Our school earns many wonderful things, simply by turning in Box Tops. Below you will find directions on how to use the Box Top app and you can earn 20 Bonus Box Tops by referring friends!
Dates to Remember:
Student Handbook
Phone Numbers for Field Local School District
Superintendent's Office: 673-2659
Field High School: 673-9591
Field Middle School: 673-4176
Brimfield Elementary: 673-8581
Suffield Elementary: 552-5252
Special Services: 673-2659
Bus Garage 673-0618
Suffield Elementary
Email: shawn.bookman@fieldlocalschools.org
Website: www.fieldlocalschools.org
Location: 1128 Waterloo Rd., Mogadore
Phone: 330-552-5252
Twitter: @SuffieldE