Weekly Updates

Personal item pick up for 5th grade is Monday June 8th!

If you missed your pickup date/time, you may pick up your students' personal items on Wednesday June 10th between 2 - 4 pm. Same procedure and location at the  bus entrance. 

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Fifth Grade Moving Up Ceremony will be on Friday, June 12^th. Unfortunately we will not be able to be together for this important event in our usual way, but this ceremony will be virtual and prerecorded. We will send out the link for 5th grade families to view that day.

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Are you moving this summer? Have you already moved? Please contact the school office ASAP!

• If you ARE moving, please return all curriculum books, library books and technology devices to Schnecksville school.
• If you are moving within our sending area, we will update your address and bus information. New residence proofs (2) are required.
• If you are staying in Parkland SD, but moving into another elementary school's sending area, we will notify that school and forward your student's records. New residence proofs (2) are required.
• If you are moving out of Parkland, whether in-state or out-of-state, we need to know your new address, the school and district name where moving and contact information for the new school. Student records will be sent upon contact between the schools.

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PTO Updates

Hello Fellow Schnecksville Families!

The PTO needs your help with volunteering! 

Many long time PTO volunteers have children graduating from 5th Grade this year. There are numerous PTO positions open for next year, including 3 Board positions. The attached PDF lists all the open and filled positions:  PTO Positions 2020-21.pdf 

Please consider helping us by filling one of these open positions.

• Many require minimal time (1-2 hours of volunteering).
• Don't want to do it alone? Ask a friend to help and you both can fill the position.
• If you would like to fill a position but cannot attend meetings, just email Rheann Grike & Kelly Sullivan at president.septo@gmail.com ​.
• If you may be interested in a position but have any questions, please contact us. 
• You do not need to attend a meeting (which typically are 1-2 hours monthly) to become involved. 

If there are still open positions at the end of June, the PTO Board will discuss whether any events need to be dropped from the calendar for next year.

Thanks for all you do!

Rheann Grike & Kelly Sullivan

PTO Co-Presidents 2020-2021

 

Remember to Check Out the Schnecksville Sharks PTO Facebook Page!

This is a group page, so be prepared to answer questions to gain membership! Here is the link to the new Schnecksville Sharks PTO Facebook Page: 

https://www.facebook.com/groups/3062183297153792/

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Important Parent Resources:

• Offers And Resources In The Lehigh Valley Amidst COVID-19
• How to Talk to Children About Coronavirus
• Talking to Children about COVID-19
• Parkland Digital Learning Resources for Parents
• Food Assistance
• Counseling Help
• Guidance and Resources for School Communities
• Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer for Free and Reduced Eligible Students
• UPDATED ELEMENTARY GRADING GUIDELINES

REMINDER - Personal Item Pickup begins MONDAY June 1st!

Personal item pick up will begin MONDAY June 1st with Kindergarten. See the details and schedule in Mr. Goodman's Letter to Families and please read it thoroughly!

Please note these updates to the instructions for pick up:

• Do NOT return your students' devices (ChromeBook, iPad) at this time UNLESS you are moving out of Parkland School District. The PSD Technology Department will contact you with information regarding updates/returns of these devices over the summer.
• DO return a Kajeet if you have one that you are not using 
• DO return all library books, curriculum books and books that belong to your teacher or the school

NOTE: As of Tuesday May 19th, Tech Support is now at Parkland High School. Enter at the Arts entrance. Tech Support will no longer be at the Administration Building.

Fifth Grade Moving Up Ceremony will be on Friday, June 12^th. Unfortunately we will not be able to be together for this important event in our usual way, but this ceremony will be virtual and prerecorded. We will send out the link for 5th grade families to view that day.

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Are you moving this summer? Have you already moved? Please contact the school office ASAP!

• If you ARE moving, please return all curriculum books, library books and technology devices to Schnecksville school, preferably at your student's appointed date and time for Personal Items distribution/pickup
• If you are moving within our sending area, we will update your address and bus information. New residence proofs (2) are required.
• If you are staying in Parkland SD, but moving into another elementary school's sending area, we will notify that school and forward your student's records. New residence proofs (2) are required.
• If you are moving out of Parkland, whether in-state or out-of-state, we need to know your new address, the school and district name where moving and contact information for the new school. Student records will be sent upon contact between the schools.

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"Parkland Strong" Spirit Wear Sale ENDS TODAY 5/29/20 

Orders will ship via USPS for a flat $5 fee and a contact-free delivery straight to your door by June 12th.  Order here: http://www.parklandsd.org/parklandstrong

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PTO Updates

Remember to Check Out the Schnecksville Sharks PTO Facebook Page!

This is a group page, so be prepared to answer questions to gain membership! Here is the link to the new Schnecksville Sharks PTO Facebook Page: 

https://www.facebook.com/groups/3062183297153792/

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Important Parent Resources:

• Offers And Resources In The Lehigh Valley Amidst COVID-19
• How to Talk to Children About Coronavirus
• Talking to Children about COVID-19
• Parkland Digital Learning Resources for Parents
• Food Assistance
• Counseling Help
• Guidance and Resources for School Communities
• Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer for Free and Reduced Eligible Students
• UPDATED ELEMENTARY GRADING GUIDELINES

From Mr. Goodman:

Personal item pick up will begin June 1^st. See the details and schedule in Mr. Goodman's Letter to Families and please read it thoroughly!

Please note these updates to the instructions for pick up:

• Do NOT return your students' devices (ChromeBook, iPad) at this time UNLESS you are moving out of Parkland School District. The PSD Technology Department will contact you with information regarding updates/returns of these devices over the summer.
• DO return a Kajeet if you have one that you are not using 
• DO return all library books, curriculum books and books that belong to your teacher or the school

NOTE: As of Tuesday May 19th, Tech Support is now at Parkland High School. Enter at the Arts entrance. Tech Support will no longer be at the Administration Building.

Fifth Grade Moving Up Ceremony will be on Friday, June 12^th. Unfortunately we will not be able to be together for this important event in our usual way, but this ceremony will be virtual and prerecorded. We will send out the link for 5th grade families to view that day.

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Are you moving this summer? Have you already moved? Please contact the school office ASAP!

• If you ARE moving, please return all curriculum books, library books and technology devices to Schnecksville school, preferably at your student's appointed date and time for Personal Items distribution/pickup
• If you are moving within our sending area, we will update your address and bus information. New residence proofs (2) are required.
• If you are staying in Parkland SD, but moving into another elementary school's sending area, we will notify that school and forward your student's records. New residence proofs (2) are required.
• If you are moving out of Parkland, whether in-state or out-of-state, we need to know your new address, the school and district name where moving and contact information for the new school. Student records will be sent upon contact between the schools.

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"Parkland Strong" Spirit Wear Sale 

The Parkland Education Foundation has launched a “Parkland Strong” merchandise collection!  Every order goes to help the Foundation’s efforts to support Parkland Staff through COVID 19 Emergency Relief funds and Celebrate Innovation Grants. Orders will ship via USPS for a flat $5 fee and a contact-free delivery straight to your door by June 12th.  Order here: http://www.parklandsd.org/parklandstrong

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Parkland's Funniest Home Videos

The Parkland Education Foundation produced a Parkland’s Funniest Home Videos show with the help of the PHS TV Studio. They had more than 125 submissions!  Make sure to tune in on the  Parkland YouTube Channel or Parkland TV to see who won 1^st, 2^nd and 3^rd place! 

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PTO Updates

Remember to Check Out the Schnecksville Sharks PTO Facebook Page!

This is a group page, so be prepared to answer questions to gain membership! Here is the link to the new Schnecksville Sharks PTO Facebook Page: 

https://www.facebook.com/groups/3062183297153792/

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Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer for Free and Reduced Eligible Students

The federal Families First Coronavirus Response Act of 2020 provides benefits, referred to as Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer (P-EBT), to families of school-aged children who would have otherwise received free or reduced-priced meals if it were not for school closures. A family will receive the benefit amount of $5.70 for each school-aged child in their family for each day school has been closed since March 16, 2020, IF the student was eligible for free or reduced-price meals PRIOR to school closures.  For purposes of P-EBT calculations, June 12, 2020, is being used as the last day of the school year. 

The Department of Health and Human Services anticipates beginning to mail the EBT cards around June 5, 2020.  All households will receive a separate mailing that describes P-EBT and provides households with contact information for any P-EBT-related questions.  If you have questions regarding our school meal program, please call Lori Seier, Director of Food Services, at 610-351-5671 or seierl1@parklandsd.org.

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Important Parent Resources:

• Offers And Resources In The Lehigh Valley Amidst COVID-19
• How to Talk to Children About Coronavirus
• Talking to Children about COVID-19
• Parkland Digital Learning Resources for Parents
• Food Assistance
• Counseling Help
• Guidance and Resources for School Communities

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UPDATED ELEMENTARY GRADING GUIDELINES

"Parkland Strong" Spirit Wear Sale 

The Parkland Education Foundation has launched a “Parkland Strong” merchandise collection!  Every order goes to help the Foundation’s efforts to support Parkland Staff through COVID 19 Emergency Relief funds and Celebrate Innovation Grants. Orders will ship via USPS for a flat $5 fee and a contact-free delivery straight to your door by June 12th.  Order here: http://www.parklandsd.org/parklandstrong

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Virtual Art Shows Celebrate 17^th Annual Festival of the Arts 

Tonight at 7 PM, we will debut the Parkland High School Art Show that has been curated by each of Parkland High School’s five art teachers and Middle School Scholastic Art Awards.  You will be able to view the art show here: https://parklandsdorg.finalsite.com/departments/arts/festival-of-the-arts

Check out the Virtual Art Show on the PSD Facebook page here: https://www.facebook.com/pg/PSDistrict/photos/?tab=album&album_id=3123144511040347

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Funniest Home Videos Premieres May 20th

The Parkland Education Foundation is producing a Parkland’s Funniest Home Videos show with the help of the PHS TV Studio and it will air on May 20th at 7 PM! They had more than 125 submissions and can’t wait to share the fun with you!  Make sure to tune in on the  Parkland YouTube Channel or Parkland TV to see who wins 1^st, 2^nd and 3^rd place! 

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Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer for Free and Reduced Eligible Students

The federal Families First Coronavirus Response Act of 2020 provides benefits, referred to as Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer (P-EBT), to families of school-aged children who would have otherwise received free or reduced-priced meals if it were not for school closures. A family will receive the benefit amount of $5.70 for each school-aged child in their family for each day school has been closed since March 16, 2020, IF the student was eligible for free or reduced-price meals PRIOR to school closures.  For purposes of P-EBT calculations, June 12, 2020, is being used as the last day of the school year. 

The Department of Health and Human Services anticipates beginning to mail the EBT cards around June 5, 2020.  All households will receive a separate mailing that describes P-EBT and provides households with contact information for any P-EBT-related questions.  If you have questions regarding our school meal program, please call Lori Seier, Director of Food Services, at 610-351-5671 or seierl1@parklandsd.org.

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From Mr. Goodman: 

Personal item pick up will begin June 1^st. Be on the lookout for more details from Mr. Goodman next week.

• Kindergarten - June 1^st
• First Grade - June 2^nd
• Second Grade -  June 3^rd
• Third Grade - June 4^th
• Fourth Grade - June 5^th
• Fifth Grade - June 8^th

Beginning next Tuesday May 19th, Tech Support will now be at Parkland High School. Enter at the Arts entrance. Tech Support will no longer be at the Administration Building.

Fifth Grade Moving Up Ceremony will be on Friday, June 12^th. Unfortunately we will not be able to be together for this important event in our usual way, but this ceremony will be virtual and prerecorded. We will send out the link for 5th grade families to view that day.

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Don't forget to look for UPDATES on Schoology from our Reading Specialists and Counselor!

Read Alouds from your favorite teachers, mindfulness activities and Phanatic About Reading updates are all to be found there!

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PTO Updates

We will NOT be hosting either of the virtual events Canvas Night or Spring Book Fair, as there was not enough interest.

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Remember to Check Out the Schnecksville Sharks PTO Facebook Page!

This is a group page, so be prepared to answer questions to gain membership! Here is the link to the new Schnecksville Sharks PTO Facebook Page: 

https://www.facebook.com/groups/3062183297153792/

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Important Parent Resources:

• Offers And Resources In The Lehigh Valley Amidst COVID-19
• How to Talk to Children About Coronavirus
• Talking to Children about COVID-19
• Parkland Digital Learning Resources for Parents
• Food Assistance
• Counseling Help
• Guidance and Resources for School Communities

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UPDATED ELEMENTARY GRADING GUIDELINES

Yearbook Sale - Last day to order is Wednesday May 13th!

Yearbooks are $17 each. Yearbooks ordered will be included in the student's "personal items pickup" on their scheduled day in June. If you would rather have it shipped to your home, add it to your online order for $5.

Here are the directions to order a yearbook:

1.  Go to:  https://orders.christmascitystudio.com

2.  Enter Session Password: SchneckESYB20

3.  Enter Student's Name (Last Name, First Name)

4.  Place Order

If you have any questions, please contact Nicole Blose, PTO Yearbook Chair at sharksyearbook19@gmail.com.

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Important Information and Dates from Mr. Goodman

• Please email Mr. Goodman any teacher request that you may have for next year. The deadline to have these requests to him is by May 15^th. Although we read and take into consideration every request, it is important to remember that we may not be able to accommodate all requests received.
• Dates for personal item pick up will begin June 1^st. Stay tuned for the details as we get closer to that week.
  • Kindergarten - June 1^st
  • First Grade - June 2^nd
  • Second Grade -  June 3^rd
  • Third Grade - June 4^th
  • Fourth Grade - June 5^th
  • Fifth Grade - June 8^th
• Fifth Grade Moving Up Ceremony will be on Friday, June 12^th. Unfortunately we will not be able to be together for this important event in our usual way, but this ceremony will be virtual and prerecorded. We will send out the link for 5th grade families to view that day.

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A Note from Mrs. McFarland - Kindness is Jawsome!

Hello Schnecksville!

Our Kindness is Jawsome fundraising efforts came to a rather abrupt close this year, but we hope to continue to provide opportunities to purchase items in the future!  With that being said we have totaled the funds raised for this year that are being presented to the Graham Family.  This year's efforts, through "Kindness is Jawsome" t-shirt and bracelet sales raised $1,700.00 for this Parkland family!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

What an amazing display of kindness, generosity and unity we displayed as a Schnecksville community!  Thank you to all who gave and participated this year!

If you'd like to see a little bit more of our kindness initiatives in action this year AND some of your adorable children's faces, check out this video produced by Parkland LIve - TV :   

Kindness Is JAWsome - Schnecksville Elementary - YouTube

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Don't forget to look for UPDATES on Schoology from our Reading Specialists and Counselor!

Read Alouds from your favorite teachers, mindfulness activities and Phanatic About Reading updates are all to be found there!

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PTO Updates

We will NOT be hosting either of the virtual events Canvas Night or Spring Book Fair, as there was not enough interest.

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Remember to Check Out the Schnecksville Sharks PTO Facebook Page!

This is a group page, so be prepared to answer questions to gain membership! Here is the link to the new Schnecksville Sharks PTO Facebook Page: 

https://www.facebook.com/groups/3062183297153792/

This is another way that students can stay in touch with their Schnecksville School Community. So go ahead and post something! Let us see your school work space or projects you are completing! Most of all we would like to see everyone's smiling faces!

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Important Parent Resources:

• Offers And Resources In The Lehigh Valley Amidst COVID-19
• How to Talk to Children About Coronavirus
• Talking to Children about COVID-19
• Parkland Digital Learning Resources for Parents
• Food Assistance
• Counseling Help
• Guidance and Resources for School Communities

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UPDATED ELEMENTARY GRADING GUIDELINES