Camp Pioneer Trail
Aug./Sept. Parent Newsletter
Principal's View
As always, school attendance has to be a priority for you. I say you because at the elementary level it really is about you making sure they are here each day and for the full day. Our official start time is 8:15 A.M. It is my wish for every student to have eaten breakfast and be in their room no later than that time. We dismiss at 3:15 P.M. I totally understand that there are appointments and such that come up, but the more consistent students can be in their attendance, the better.
Also, our district goal is to improve reading levels for all of our students. Research shows that 20 minutes a day helps students make major gains in their reading abilities. I get life happens and a commitment to 20 minutes a day may be hard for busy families. However, if you can commit to 20 minutes a day four times a week, I am confident we will see similar gains.
As I mentioned, I am very excited about this school year. I hope that you will partner with the school as we try to make this the best year ever for our students and staff! Together, we can create a top quality school!
Mr. Salmons
Character Plus
SELF-DISCIPLINE is our character trait for August. Please discuss with your child the importance of motivating yourself, staying on track, and doing what is right.
P.T.'s New Faces
Zoe Martin
My name is Zoe Martin, and this is my very first year of teaching. I am so exited to join the Pioneer Trail family and the first grade team!
I am from St. Louis, Missouri. I am a big St. Louis Blues fan, and I love to watch hockey. In my free time I like to spend time with my family and freinds. I also enjoy photography. One fun fact about me is that I was adopted when I was 8 months old!
In the Spring of 2018, I graduated from the University of Missouri Columbia (Mizzou) with a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education. Through my education at Mizzou, I gained experience in the classroom through being a pre-service teacher in the Columbia Public School District and through student teaching in a first grade classroom in Jefferson City Public Schools. After student teaching, I completely fell in love with Jefferson City Public Schools, and I feel so lucky to be in such a great district!
Upcoming Events:
August 27—Kindergarten & 3rd Grade iReady Reading Test
August 28—1st & 4th Grades iReady Reading Test
August 29—2nd & 5th Grades iReady Reading Test
August 29 - 2 Hour Early Release (1:05)
August 30—Kindergarten & 3rd Grade iReady Math Test
August 31—1st & 4th Grades iReady Math Test
September 10—PTO Meeting 6:30 pm
September 11—Board of Education Meeting 6:00
September 14—Mid Terms Sent Home
September 20—Papa John’s Pizza Night
September 24-26—Mobile Dental Visit
September 26—2 hour early release
September 28—PT Awards Assembly 8:30 am
Helpful Hints from the Office
- To ensure the safety of our students, we will always follow the set routine for your child to go home from Pioneer Trail unless we have a note or phone call from you. Please call no later than 2:30 pm.
- If your child will be absent, please notify the office as soon as possible at 632-3400.
- When dropping your child off in the morning, please remain in your vehicle. If you need to exit your vehicle, please pull into a parking space so that the flow of traffic is not disrupted.
- If you are dropping your child off after 8:15, please walk them inside and sign them in.
THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR ALL OF YOUR HELP!!
Pioneer Trail Mission Statement
Pioneer Trail Vision Statement
Pioneer Trail Elementary will foster a community of students, parents, and staff dedicated to the development of every individual’s ability to learn. Staff and parents will expect each student to achieve at his or her maximum potential, both academically and behaviorally. As a community, we promote a safe, supportive environment that encourages curiosity, inquiry, and a life-long passion for learning.
We Believe that learning is a continuous process that builds from year to year with a rigorous curriculum that focuses on state standards.
We Believe that students should be engaged in the learning process and be accountable for their learning.
We Believe that character traits should be an important focus and help support a cheerful, productive, and safe school environment.
We Believe that collaboration among all stakeholders is vital to helping students achieve success.