Good Afternoon Swansfield,
I hope this communication finds you well. I wanted to take a moment to share some updates and reminders as we approach the end of the third quarter.
Firstly, I'm delighted to report that our first week back to school after spring break was a great success. The students returned with energy and enthusiasm, quickly settling back into their routines.
As we head into the weekend, I want to remind you that Tuesday of next week marks the conclusion of quarter 3. With this in mind, our final set of awards assemblies will be held later this month. To accommodate our families, we're offering both in-person and virtual options for each assembly. Please refer to the schedule below for details.
Additionally, I want to express my gratitude to our PTA for their generous donation of glasses for our students and staff to safely view the solar eclipse scheduled for Monday afternoon. In anticipation of this rare celestial event, each class will allocate 10-15 minutes between 2:00 - 3:00 pm to head outside and observe the eclipse. It's worth noting that the height of the eclipse will occur during our dismissal at 3:21 pm. Rest assured, we will maintain our normal dismissal procedures to ensure a smooth transition.
Have a great weekend! ~ Anthony J Esposito, Principal
Important Dates
- April 10th - Professional Work Day / No school for students
- April 12th - Family Culture Night
- April 18th - Grade 5 Title I Family Night
- April 23rd - Q3 Awards K: 9:00 & Grade 5: 2:15
- April 24th - Q3 Awards Grade 1: 9:00 & Grade 4: 2:15
- April 25th - Q3 Awards Grade 2: 9:00 & Grade 3: 2:15
- April 26th - Accountability Day
- April 29th - Spring Picture Day
New Information
Just Two Weeks Away: 5th Grade Family Night!
Can you believe it's almost time for our 5th graders to be promoted to middle schoolers? We have a great "Movin' On Up: ES --> MS" 5th Grade Family Night planned for you on Thursday, April 18th. So, clear your calendar and join us here!
Who? All 5th grade families
What? A family night focused on a smooth transition to middle school. Parents/Guardians will enjoy a presentation by a middle school administrator, while students engage in a Q&A session with a panel of current middle school students. All middle schools will be represented at our family night - Harper's Choice MS, Wilde Lake MS, and Clarksville MS!
When? Thursday, April 18th @ 5:30-7:30 PM
Dinner will be served 5:30-6:00. Family night activities and child care will follow.
Where? Swansfield ES
Please RSVP as soon as possible, so we can be sure to order enough food for all to enjoy.
Register for PreK or K 24-25, Or Help Spread the Word!
SES is hosting PreK and K Registration Events to help boost enrollment and staffing, and to help rising PreK and K students get to know some teachers and each other!
Join us at Swansfield ES on Wednesday May 1st @ 9:00 AM or 2:00 PM, or at the SES playground on Thursday May 2nd @ 5:00 PM.
There will be staff-led activities and snacks for the PreK/K children. Computers, scanners, and registrar will be available for parents/guardians. Not ready to register, or already registered? That's okay; come for information and/or to make new friends!
Please RSVP so we know how many to expect.
We need your help - If you don't have a rising SES PreK or K student in your household, please pass this information along to a neighbor or friend. Thank you!
Career Day is coming!
Do you have a job or career you’d like to talk about? Do you know someone with an interesting job or career? Swansfield is hosting our 2024 Career Day on Friday, April 26. We are looking for people in the community who would be willing to do an engaging and interactive presentation to a group of students about their job or career. Presentations are about 20 minutes, and you can select the grade you'd like to work with. Presenters can be parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, family friends, neighbors, or anyone from the community who wants to share. View flyer here. Sign up here: https://forms.gle/hH9bTu5i3CVHxuJLA.
2023-2024 School Year Last Day of School Scheduled
HCPSS used three inclement weather days this school year, and as such, the last day of school for students in full-day Pre-K through grade 11 is now scheduled to be Friday, June 14, with June 12-14 being three-hour early dismissals. The last day for half-day Pre-K/RECC students is currently Tuesday, June 11. Separately, the last day for all high school seniors is May 22.
Spring & Summer Clothes Giveaway
Grace Community Church will be sponsoring a Spring & Summer Clothes Giveaway on Saturday, April 6th. Please see the flier for additional details.
Spring_Sum Clothes Giveaway.pdf
Primavera Y Verano Regalo de Ropa (1).pdf
Lost and Found
Parents/Guardians there are several personal items that your students have left behind. You are welcome to sign in at the main office anytime and take a look in the cafe’ during school hours. All lost and found items will be available in the main hallway during each Awards Day, please check the racks for your child's items. All unclaimed items will be donated April 30th.
PTA News
PTA EVENTS
FAMILY CULTURE NIGHT, APRIL 12
Join us at SES on Friday, April 12, 6 - 7:30 p.m. for an evening of cultural displays, performances, activities, snacks, and prizes! We need volunteers (it’s not too late to sign up!) to:
- Display a board showcasing the country or culture your family identifies with at the event (the PTA will provide display boards)
- Present a cultural performance (past performances have included students playing musical instruments and dancing)
- Volunteer at the event (set up, clean up, activities, etc.)
Please sign up here: 2024 SES Family Culture Night Survey
Look for fliers in your student’s folder today (in English and Spanish). Questions? Contact corresponding@swansfieldpta.org
SES FUN RUN: APRIL 27
The first SES Fun Run will be held on Saturday, April 27 at 9 a.m. The P.E. department and PTA are hosting a morning full of activities, including the one-mile Fun Run course, to raise funds for SES Field Day equipment, P.E. equipment, and playground beautification. The event is open to those of all abilities (walkers and runners welcome) and is open to students, families and the community.
Registration is only $15 until April 2 (includes a t-shirt and plastic finisher medal), or $17 after April 2. Register for the event without a shirt for just $5. Register here: bit.ly/SESfunrun. Interested in volunteering? Look for a sign up soon, or contact recording@swansfieldpta.org
PTA NEWS & UPDATES
MARCH PTA MEETING MINUTES
Thanks to those who joined us for the March PTA meeting! Minutes are available here. Mark your calendars for the final PTA meeting of the year on May 12 - we expect to hold a hybrid meeting; child care will be provided for those attending in person.
YEARBOOKS AVAILABLE TO ORDER
Yearbooks are now on sale! Place your order by visiting YBPay.com - YBPay.lifetouch.com The Swansfield Yearbook ID code is 15120324. You will be prompted to enter the name and grade of your student. Once the yearbook quantity is selected, you will have the option to participate in the Yearbook donation program which will help ensure that all graduating 5th graders get a Yearbook. If you have any questions, reach out to yearbook@swansfieldpta.org or membership@swansfieldpta.org.
LUNCH VOLUNTEER SIGNUPS
With the weather warming, outside lunch with resume at Swansfield! Volunteers are needed to ensure adequate supervision. Please sign up for one of more shifts over the remaining weeks of school by clicking the link below: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0844AEA92DA1FEC52-48927827-outside Thank you for helping to make outside lunch possible!
COMMUNITY EVENTS
The Hickory Ridge Community Association is hosting a community event on Friday, April 19 including live music, food trucks, and games. All families are invited to attend (open to all, including Hickory Ridge residents and nonresidents). The event will be held at the Hawthorn Center in Columbia, and is free to attend. RSVP: events@hickoryridgevillage.org
