Sheldon Update
December 6, 2021
Welcome from Mrs. Tanner
Dear Sheldon Families,
As a reminder, we do not have school December 20-January 4 for Winter Break. Students will return on January 5. Enjoy the time with your loved ones!
As always, if you have questions or concerns, do not hesitate to reach out to me!
Thank you for the privilege of serving you ~
Mrs. Gabrielle Tanner, Principal
Upcoming Events
December Events
- December 16: Board of Education Meeting @ 6:00
- December 17: End of 2nd Quarter
- December 20-January 4: NO SCHOOL - Winter Break
- January 5: Students Return; 3rd Quarter Begins
Items That Need Your Attention
Student Behavior on the School Bus
Dear Parents and Guardians of Bus Riders,
The purpose of this letter is to outline the procedures after a driver or bus para issues a notice or expresses a behavior/safety concern. Misbehaviors on the bus may result in an immediate loss of bus riding privileges.
First Notice: Student will receive a verbal warning and a re-teaching of expectations. A copy of the notice will be sent home. Please discuss proper bus behavior with your child, sign the slip and return it to school.
Second Notice: Student will lose bus riding privileges for 5 days. Parents will be notified by phone. A designee at the school will work with the student on a plan for improved bus behavior. The notice will be sent home. Please sign the slip and return it to school.
Third Notice: Will result in a bus suspension for the remainder of the school year, at the discretion of administration. The notice will be sent home. Parents will be notified by phone.
Physical Aggression: Physical aggression on the school bus will not be tolerated. The first offense of physical aggression on the bus will result in a 5 day bus suspension. A second offense will result in a bus suspension for the remainder of the school year, at the discretion of administration.
Thank you for your assistance in keeping our children safe on the bus. You will find a complete list of the SHARKS bus expectations below.
Able: Listen and follow bus driver’s rules
Responsible: Remain buckled in seat
Kind: Keep hands and feet to self
Safe: Stay calm and controlled with peers and adults
For busing questions or concerns, please contact:
Sheldon Head Start, Kassi Neufeld, Compliance Coordinator: 785-438-4530
Topeka Public Schools Transportation: 785-295-3910
Kansas Central School Bus: 785-233-2009
Estimados padres de los estudiantes que viajan en el autobús,
El propósito de esta carta es describir los procedimientos después de que un conductor emite un aviso o una reseña. Los malos comportamientos en el autobús resultaron será la pérdida inmediata del privilegio de viajar en el autobús.
Primer notificación: el estudiante recibirá una advertencia verbal y una nueva enseñanza de las expectativas aquí en la escuela. Una copia de la notificación será enviada a casa. Discuta el comportamiento apropiado del autobús con su hijo, firme el recibo y devuélvelo a la escuela.
Segunda notificación: el estudiante perderá los privilegios de viajar en autobús por 5 ías. Los padres serán notificados por teléfono. Una persona designada en la escuela trabajará con el estudiante en un plan para mejorar el comportamiento en el autobús. El aviso será enviado a casa.Discuta el comportamiento apropiado del autobús con su hijo, firme el recibo y devuélvelo a la escuela.
Tercera notificación: el estudiante perderá los privilegios de viajar en autobús durante el año escolar, a discreción de la administración. Los padres serán notificados por teléfono. El aviso se enviará por correo a casa.
Agresión física: no se tolerará la agresión física en el autobús escolar. La primera ofensa de agresión física en el autobús resultará en una suspensión del autobús de 5 días. Una segunda ofensa resultará en una suspensión del autobús por el resto del año escolar.
Able: Escuche y siga las reglas del conductor de autobus
Responsible: Permanecer abrochado en el asiento
Kind: Mantén las manos y los pies quietos
Safe: Mantén la calma y el control con tus compañeros y adultos
Si tiene preguntas o inquietudes sobre el transporte comuníquese con:
Sheldon Head Start, Kassi Neufeld, Compliance Coordinator: 785-438-4530
Topeka Public Schools Transportation: 785-295-3910
Kansas Central School Bus: 785-233-2009
Students Leaving Early
Attendance Reminder
Attendance Policy
*As established by SCDC Head Start Policy Council and based upon Topeka Public Schools rules and regulations.
1. The Topeka Board of Education believes that attendance at school is a key factor in student achievement and success. Students are expected to regularly attend school, participate, and learn.
2. If your child is ill, has an appointment, or other reason that will constitute an excused absence, you must call into the office between 8:00-9:00a.m. Advanced notice is appreciated.
3. A phone call attempt will be made on any child that does not arrive at school by 10:00am and 11:00am on late start Friday.
4. Head Start performance standards require children to be in attendance at a minimum of 90% of the time. Students who drop below 90% attendance will be placed on an attendance plan to improve student attendance. Any child who has been absent for 10 consecutive days, or 15 cumulative days, risks being dropped from the program and placed on the waitlist.
5. After 2 days of unexcused absences, staff will conduct a home visit or make other direct contact with the child's family, determining what assistance is needed to remedy the problem.
6. Tardies are cumulative and can affect attendance just like absences do. Students must arrive at school on time each day. Excessive tardies may result in the family being placed on an attendance plan.
7. Although Kansas law does not require students to be in school prior to the age of 7, ANY child enrolled in public school does fall into the state truancy policies. Truancy reports may be made to the district truancy officer for any student with excessive absences and/or tardies.
School Information
Conscious Discipline Parent Information
COVID Testing
***COVID Testing is currently on hold as we await a shipment of testing supplies.
Student Illnesses
Transportation Information
Bus Riders
Phones, tablets, and toys are NOT ALLOWED on the school bus. These are causing a disruption. If a child does bring one of these items on the bus, it will be removed by the bus para and held until exiting the school bus at the end of the day.
Here Comes the Bus App
Here Comes the Bus®
Now available to parents of (Topeka Public Schools) students
• View the real-time location of your child’s bus.
• Access the app from your smartphone, tablet or computer.
• Receive push notifications or email alerts.
• Send your child to the bus stop at just the right time, every time.
How to get started:
1. Download the Here Comes the Bus app* or visit herecomesthebus.com
2. Sign Up by going to the Here Comes the Bus website https://login.herecomesthebus.com/SignUpConfirm.aspx
3. Enter school code 29036 and click “Next” followed by “Confirm”
4. Complete the “User Profile” box
5. Under “My Students,” click “Add.” Enter your child’s last name and student ID number
6. Once you confirm your information, you’re ready to begin using Here Comes the Bus!
Time to Eat!
Budgeting and Meal Planning
Informational Items
COVID Vaccinations for Children
We are excited to announce that Topeka Public Schools, Kansas Department of Health & Environment, and Shawnee County Health Department are partnering to provide optional Elementary Vaccination Clinics at Jardine and Meadows Elementary from 8:00 - 10:00 a.m. for children ages 5 to 11.
Saturday clinics will be held on November 13th and December 11th at Jardine Elementary, located at 2600 SW 33rd Street.
Friday clinics will be held on November 19th and December 10th at Meadows Elementary, located at 201 SW Clay Street.
We are asking those who will be receiving the vaccination to wear clothing (short sleeves) that will allow for the vaccination to occur with ease.
The Pfizer vaccine will be distributed after the consent form is signed. Consent forms will be distributed to those who register. All children must be accompanied by a parent/guardian and have a signed consent form to receive the vaccination (a new consent form must be signed for each vaccination the individual receives). This free service is offered in partnership with the Kansas Department of Health & Environment and Shawnee County Health Department.
In addition, during the Saturday clinic, TPS in partnership with Harvesters will be providing food pantry items for those who have a need as we prepare for the winter holiday.
You can sign up for the vaccination at the following link. To learn more about the Pfizer vaccine, you can access the fact sheet here.
Thank you for taking steps for a safer community.
Flu Vaccinations
Shawnee County Health Department to Start Flu Shots
Monday October 11
Fall is upon us, which means so is flu season. Flu vaccines have just arrived at the Shawnee County Health Department (SCHD), and SCHD will begin giving flu shots to anyone six
months and older starting today Monday October 11th, 2021 with or without insurance.
Flu vaccines are available at our Clinical Services Division, 2115 SW 10th Ave, by appointment only. Individuals can call 785.251.5700 to schedule an appointment for the following clinic hours:
Monday, Thursday, Friday Tuesday Wednesday
8:00am - 11:00am 10:00am - 1:00pm 8:00am - 11:00am
1:00pm - 4:00pm 3:00pm - 6:00pm 2:00pm - 4:00pm
This year’s vaccination protects against 4 strains of seasonal flu. The flu shot will cause antibodies to develop in the body after vaccination. These antibodies provide protection against infection from the flu virus. CDC recommends everyone 6 months and older be vaccinated against flu. It continues to be extremely important to protect those at higher risk for flu complications. Many of these people are also at high risk for COVID-19 illness or other serious outcomes. It is also important for caregivers and essential workers to protect themselves and those around them from flu by getting a flu vaccine.
In addition to getting vaccinated, SCHD encourages residents to take the following steps to help minimize the spread of germs:
• Wash your hands
• Cover your cough
• Stay home if you are sick
For more information on seasonal flu visit the CDC Seasonal Flu webpage:
https://www.cdc.gov/flu/about/keyfacts.htm.
Children must be accompanied by a parent/guardian and everyone entering the building over the age of 2 is required to wear a mask. If accommodations are needed due to a medical condition please call 785.251.5700.
COVID Protocols
Academic Calendar
Family Resources
Sheldon Food & Clothing Bank
Community Resources Council Directory
Sheldon Head Start Child Development Center
Website: https://sheldon.topekapublicschools.net/
Location: 1155 SW Seabrook Ave.
Phone: 785-438-4530
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SheldonChildDevelopmentCenterHeadStart