Good evening, Stonehurst:

We want to remind you how essential daily school attendance is for your child’s academic success and overall development. Every day of learning builds on the next, and consistent attendance ensures your child doesn’t miss critical lessons, class discussions, and opportunities to grow socially and emotionally. Research shows that students with good attendance are more likely to perform well in school, graduate on time, and succeed in their future careers.

Each day at school is a step toward building strong habits, gaining knowledge, and achieving long-term goals. We understand that occasional absences may be unavoidable, but we encourage you to make daily attendance a priority. Let’s work together to ensure your child has every opportunity to succeed now and in the future.

Thank you for your partnership in supporting your child’s education!

Sincerely,

Mr. Chisholm, Principal

We are excited to invite all parents and families to join us in celebrating the winners of our Student of the Month Award (SOM)! This special event will honor students who have demonstrated outstanding dedication, hard work, and positive attitudes both in and out of the classroom. The winners have exhibited the 3Bs: being safe, being respectful, and being responsible. In addition to recognizing our Students of the Month, we will also highlight students who have gone above and beyond by completing their homework daily. Your presence means so much to our students, and we hope you can join us in cheering them on and celebrating their success. We look forward to seeing you there!

We are thrilled to announce our Someone Special Dance on Thursday, February 6th, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM! This special event gives students the opportunity to bring an important parent, grandparent, or guardian to enjoy an evening of dancing and fun. Get ready to hit the dance floor and groove to some of your child’s favorite tunes in a celebration of family and togetherness. It’s a night to create lasting memories, and we can’t wait to see you there!

We’re excited to announce that our Superstar Choir has officially begun! This fantastic opportunity is open to all 4th and 5th graders who have a passion for singing secular music. The choir will showcase their talent during Multicultural Night and the Spring Concert, providing students with a chance to shine and share their voices with our community.

Please come out and join us for our upcoming Bingo Night on Thursday, January 30th from 5:00 to 6:30. It’s a fun and casual event where families can come together, enjoy some friendly competition, and win exciting prizes. Mark your calendars and bring the whole family for a great time! We hope to see you there!

• Please be mindful that arrival starts at 8:45 a.m. The arrival doors and gates to the schoolyard will not open until 8:45.

• HSA: Our next Home and School Association meeting is Wednesday, Februray 19th from 5:30 to 6:30. I hope to see you there.

• Bing Night will be Thursday, January 30, 2025, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

If you are planning to have community agencies come to the school to work with your child please complete the following steps prior to them coming to the building.

1. Parents/Guardians must sign an Upper Darby School District Release of Information Form and return it to the School Social Worker. Please request this form from the school social worker and counselor via email.
2. Parents/ Guardians must Inform the community Agency Service Provider to send copies of all clearances ( FBI, PA Criminal History, and Child Abuse) to the school social worker and counselor via email.
3. Inform the community agency service provider to contact the school social worker and counselor via email at least 24 hours prior to coming into the building.

The School Social Worker and Counselor can be reached via email at csanders@upperdarbysd.org and mdifilippo@upperdarbysd.org.

Please make sure your child is coming to school every day. Consistent school attendance is essential for students' academic growth and overall success. When students attend school every day, they are more likely to stay engaged with the curriculum, participate in class discussions, and benefit from hands-on learning experiences. Regular attendance helps students build strong study habits, stay on top of assignments, and better understand new concepts as they are taught. Additionally, being present every day allows students to develop important social skills and relationships with their peers and teachers, which fosters a positive learning environment. In short, daily attendance is a key factor in helping students reach their full potential.

Grade Middle School Elective Selection

In the coming months, we will be working with our 5th-grade students to enter their choices for 6th-grade electives into the Home Access Center (HAC). Please review the elective selection guide with your students and have conversations with them regarding the best choices. The elective guide can be found at the following link: https://www.upperdarbysd.org/domain/3278

We are excited to invite you to participate in our Community Read program! This is a wonderful opportunity for parents, students, and staff to come together and share the joy of reading as a community. By joining the Community Read, you’ll not only encourage a love of reading in your child but also model the importance of literacy and lifelong learning.

Whether you’re reading alongside your child or discussing the book together, this shared experience strengthens family bonds and builds a culture of learning at home. Let’s make this a memorable journey and inspire our students to see reading as a fun and valuable part of life.

We hope you’ll join us in this exciting adventure!

Hello Upper Darby School District families,

This is Brian Ursone, and I am the Director of Pupil Services for the Upper Darby School District. We are sending this message to remind everyone that we are in the middle of flu season (October to May). There are precautions that we all can take to defend against influenza and other similar viruses.

Parents please speak to your children about the following:

• Proper hand washing procedures and techniques

• Not touching their eyes, nose, and mouth

• Maintaining good respiratory hygiene and coughing and sneezing etiquette

We are reminding our families to please keep your children home from school if they are sick.

For more information on the prevention of influenza, please visit the Center for Disease Control and Prevention website at this link: Information on Preventing Seasonal Flu

Stay well,

Brian Ursone, Ed. D.
Director of Pupil Services
Upper Darby School District