Hello, Viking Families:
As we prepare for the week ahead, please take time today to reflect on the 22nd Anniversary of the September 11 attacks in New York and Washington, DC and the thwarted attack over Pennsylvania. The lives of almost 3,000 innocent people were lost that day and approximately another 3,000 people have died due to illnesses associated with these attacks. September 11, 2001 is a tragic day in the history of our country - one we must never forget.
We are now almost a month into the new school year with routines being established and expectations being understood. One of the biggest expectations is that all students will attend school each and every day. September is Attendance Awareness Month and research demonstrates that students who miss 18 days over the entire school year are less likely to read proficiently by third grade, achieve in middle school, and graduate from high school. Let’s work together to ensure our students are successful both academically and social-emotionally. We know Covid was a significant disruptor for students and schools. We are committed to continuing our efforts to get all our students on track and able to achieve in elementary school, middle school, and beyond! If your student must miss school due to illness or other reason, please communicate with your student’s teacher to learn what was missed and contact the front office to let us know your student will be absent.
September is full of opportunities for us to grow together. September 14 is our monthly Forestville school board meeting, September 15 is the beginning of Hispanic Heritage Month, September 18 is the start of the Book Fair, September September 24 is a garden work day, and much more! Have a wonderful week, and please don’t forget to pause to remember all the innocent people who lost their lives twenty-two years ago today.
