Happy November SHES Families!

November always reminds us of the many people we are thankful for in our lives. In addition to my family and friends, I am extremely grateful for our dedicated staff and students who give their best each day in supporting, planning, teaching and learning. I would like to share special thanks for the members of our school family, parents, faculty and community that can give the gift of time, to plan, organize and successfully participate in special events, including our SHES Fall Festival, our school's most amazing tradition! A great time was had by all! Thank you to everyone who made it possible. You are so greatly appreciated!

We have many exciting things happening over the next couple of weeks. The Great American Teach In spotlights the many career options that are available to our students. Are you interested in presenting to your child's class or to a different class? Reach out to Jessica Lovett and see the flyer below!

Finally, Veteran’s Day is Saturday, November 11th! Our 5th Grade Chorus will be singing at Daydreamers this Saturday and at the City of Safety Harbor Veteran’s Day Celebration at at the Safety Harbor Marina. Thank you to Ms. Ross and Mrs. Carstensen for your involvement so our students can participate in honoring our active and veteran military service men and women!

Families, continue the hard work of learning and remember to check out our website calendar for the most updated events and information. I hope you each have a restful and very

Happy Thanksgiving!!

Fondly, Ms. Palmer, Principal

NOVEMBER 2023

11/9, Thursday - 2nd Grade Veteran’s Day Performance & Art Show - 6:00pm

11/10, Friday - Honor Veteran’s Day – Wear Red, White & Blue

11/14, Tuesday Mid Period Report 2 – Grade concerns? Act now to support your student.

11/14, Tuesday - PTA Board Meeting - 3:30pm

11/15, Wednesday - Great American Teach In - See Flyer Below to Sign Up

11/16, Thursday - PTA Hosted Teacher/Staff Appreciation Luncheon - 10:30-1:30pm

11/17, Friday - 8:50am Sea Turtle Character Assembly - Patriotism

11/20-24 - Thanksgiving Break – School closed for students

11/27, Monday - School reopen for Students and Staff

The PTA would like to thank everyone who came out to celebrate the Fall Festival with us. We would like to give a round of applause to our volunteers for working together to make this event spectacular for our school and community.

We would like to thank our sponsors Strachan’s Ice Cream and Magaziner Law for their generous donations to our Fall Fest.

Teachers please remember the classroom start up grants are coming to a close. If you haven’t sent in your receipts for reimbursement we encourage you to do so ASAP!

Please click the link to become a PTA member today !

Givebacks

shes-pta.memberhub.com

We will not have a November or December SAC Meeting. Our next meeting will be in January 2024.

The Great American Teach In is coming up on November 15th! We would love to have you join us for 30 minutes, an hour, half the day, or even the whole day. Come speak about your job, a hobby, organize an activity, or read a story to a class. Please contact me if you can join us so I can get you on our schedule.

Jessica Lovett

Family & Community Liasion

lovetteje@pcsb.org

We appreciate all of your support! Your donations supplement the student experience here at Safety Harbor Elementary!

Please reach out to Jessica Lovett if you are interested in being an Adopt-A-Class or Adopt-A-School Partner! Donate to become a school partner today!

Parent lunches occur during your child's regular lunch time each Monday, weather permitting.

• Parent lunch will take place at the Picnic Tables outside the Cafeteria
• All parents/guests must have a valid ID (Government Issued) when signing in
• FOCUS Forms with contact information must be completed online
• Guests must be accompanied by a parent/guardian
• Parents are only allowed to take their child from the cafeteria for lunch
• Students will not be pulled from outside their lunch period to join a parent for lunch
• Students will rejoin their class in line at the end of their lunch period
• Parents are not authorized to walk with students back to the classroom
• Parents must sign out in the front office
• There is no rainy day plan; parents will plan to visit on another Monday

Picnic table expectations are posted and apply during Monday parent lunches.

Parents:

Our schoolwide communication is sent via e-mail, SMS text messaging and sometimes by a phone call. Not receiving our communication? Please contact the front office to resolve this issue. We want to be sure you are aware of all events and opportunities on campus!

Back to School Forms:

Find out more information on how to complete forms online at: https://www.pcsb.org/backtoschoolforms

Electronic forms include:

• Parent Acknowledgement of Student Code of Conduct
• Media Release
• Directory Information Opt-Out Letter
• Network/Internet Acceptable Use Agreement
• Technology Equipment Acceptance and Responsibility
• Residency Questionnaire
• School-Based Healthcare Services
• Student Clinic Card

Reinforce positive student behavior. We are all a part of our school community and everyone has the right to learn and teach in a respectful environment. Celebrate daily efforts by your student and support when there is a behavior concern. Below are our school's Guidelines for Success.

• Be a good example for your children - Obey the Law
• Utilize the Car Circle for Drop Off and Pick Up - it's slow at the start of the year, but will improve! Pull all the way forward - do not leave any gaps in the car circle!
• Park off campus (legally) and walk your child to a main entrance
• ONLY Use crosswalks and Crossing Guards - Please DO NOT PARK OR CROSS 6th Avenue & MLK - walk to a crosswalk with a crossing guard
• Do not drop off students in the north parking lot or along sidewalks

Students who turn in 7 of 8 monthly reading logs for this school year will be invited to participate in a celebration at the end of the school year with Ms. Palmer and Mrs. Stryker!

PCSB Elementary Reading and Language Arts

https://www.pcsb.org/Page/3318

PCSB Early Childhood Education

https://www.pcsb.org/early

Parent Guides by Grade Level Benchmarks for Excellent Student Thinking (B.E.S.T.)

Parent Guide for Kindergarten

Parent Guide for 1st Grade

Parent Guide for 2nd Grade

Parent Guide for 3rd Grade

Parent Guide for 4th Grade

Parent Guide for 5th Grade

Benchmarks of Excellent Student Thinking (B.E.S.T.) www.cpalms.org

How To Raise Avid Readers

• Read to your child, often and with enthusiasm. ...
• Talk about what you liked or didn't like. ...
• Allow your child to see you reading for enjoyment. ...
• Go to the local library. ...
• Incorporate reading time into your routine. ...
• Spend time in a bookstore just exploring the aisles. ...
• Foster independence and choice.

VISION: 100% Student Success

MISSION: Educate and Prepare Each Student for College Career and Life!

Monday - Friday: 7:30am - 4:00pm

Saturday/Sunday: Closed

Cecilia Palmer - Principal

Wendy Stryker - Assistant Principal

Michelle Merz - Secretary / Bookkeeper

Lisa Zollars - Registration / Data Management Technician

Jessica Lovett - Family Liaison / Volunteer Coordinator

Amy Glover - Front Office Clerk

Cafeteria Information: https://www.pcsb.org/domain/2206

Email: palmerce@pcsb.org
Website: https://www.pcsb.org/safetyharbor-es
Location: 535 5th Avenue North, Safety Harbor, FL, USA
Phone: (727) 724-1462
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shesseaturtle