Sycamore Scoop
January 13th 2023
A note from the office....
Another Awesome Week
A great week here at Sycamore Creek Elementary.
Here are some important dates for you to note:
-Monday January 16th: MLK day, No School.
- There are some ideas linked into his image on how to meaningfully celebrate MLK day
-Tuesday January 17th: i-ready math begins
-Thursday January 19th: 4th grade school wide Spelling Bee
Updates and More
i-ready and LEVEL UP!!!
Students have been completing their reading i-ready diagnostic assessments. They have set goals and are working towards "Leveling Up". This is especially important as we get into the final stretch of the school year. "Leveling Up" is a challenge that will benefit our students as they are supported by parents, teachers and their community. Next week we will take our math diagnostics.
Please continue to have conversations with your child about the importance of taking their time and trying their best on these assessments.
Notice of Language Assistance
Did you know Pickerington is home to over 650 English Learners speaking more than 57 languages
Pickerington Schools will take reasonable steps to ensure that persons with Limited English Proficiency (LEP) have meaningful access and an equal opportunity to participate in all services, activities, and programs available throughout the district. It is the policy of PLSD to ensure meaningful communication with LEP students and families and to communicate information related to the education of all students. All services needed to comply with this policy will be provided for students and their families in need of such assistance free of charge. For assistance, please call 614-833-2110.
Messages from our Fantastic PTO
PTO Updates
Updated Calendar of PTO Events: Includes dates for many remaining events. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1NZP-YpZ5I_YjeEG0lxjHw7-6y1BtntXL4onUsRl9bgs/edit?usp=sharing
Nothing Bundt Cake Fundraiser: Runs Monday January 9-Monday January 23. Ordering instructions and forms were sent home with the kids and are attached to the bottom of this newsletter. Please remember to fill out contact information on the back of the order form. One single check (SCE PTO) or cash only for payment. The top 5 sellers will receive a large bundt cake from the bakery. Delivery will be Wednesday February 8 from 4:30PM-6:30PM-you MUST pick up during this time frame the orders will not be sent home with the kids.
Family Fun Night: Wednesday January 18 at Get Air Pickerington from 5PM-9PM. The PTO will receive 20% of all proceeds. More info below.
Spirit Wear Sale: Runs Tuesday January 17-Friday February 3. Order forms will be placed in teacher mailboxes this week. Delivery will be in March.
Yearbook:
Information regarding ordering is attached below
Yearbook Cover Contest-Entries are due by January 31
Upcoming Events:
PTO Meeting: Wednesday January 11 at 7PM in the Media Center
Bundt Cake Fundraiser: Monday January 9-Monday January 23
Get Air Family Fun Night: Wednesday January 18 from 5PM-9PM
Spirit Wear Sale: Tuesday January 17-Friday February 3
Bundt Cake Pickup: Wednesday February 8 from 4:30PM-6:30PM
February PTO Meeting: Wednesday February 8 at 7PM
Girls Dance: Friday February 24 from 7PM-9PM
Happenings around SCE
Looking for Preschool role models
Screening 3 & 4 year old children to be typical models for Pickerington Local Schools Special Needs Classrooms for the School Year 23-24. See the flyer for details
4th Grade Spelling Bee
Our 4th graders have been hard at work on the written portion of the Spelling Bee. Students qualified as "top spellers" to represent the SCE fourth grade class.
The next portion of the Spelling Bee will consist of an oral spell-off that will take place on Thursday, January 19th at Sycamore Creek.
The winner of the SCE oral spell-off will be given the chance to advance to the Regional Spelling bee. More information will be sent home with the final SCE winner.
Please wish our 4th graders good luck as they prepare for the next stage of the bee.
Calling all creative HERO's
Would you like to have your artwork featured on the cover of the 2022-23 Sycamore Creek yearbook? There will be one winner chosen from EACH grade level!! See the flyer for more information. Entries are due by 01/31/23
SCE Events
Spirit Wear Sale
Mark your calendars for the next SCE spirit wear sale. Preorders will be accepted between January 17th and February 3rd. Orders are anticipated to arrive around the first week of March.
Get Air Family Fun Night
Come out and join your classmates at a Family Fun night at Get Air Pickerington. Mention Sycamore Creek and 20% of your sale will come back to Sycamore Creek! thanks PTO for this great event. Hope to see you all there.
Nothing Bundt Cake Fundraiser
Sycamore Creek PTO Nothing Bundt Cakes Fundraiser!!
Dates of Fundraiser: Monday 1/9/2023-Monday 1/23/2023.
Pick Up Date: Wednesday 2/8/2023 4:30PM-6:30PM
You will pick up your orders from the cafeteria (Double doors facing the parking lot). You must be able to pick up your orders this day!!
Cost of each Bundtlet: $6.00
Flavors of cakes: Oreo Cookie and Cream, Red Velvet, Chocolate Chocolate Chip, White Chocolate Raspberry, Confetti, Snickerdoodle, GF Chocolate Chip Cookie
Please use the attached form to gather orders from family and friends. On the back of the order form is a place to include parent contact information should we need to contact you regarding your order.
Submit your order form with one check or cash for the total amount no later than Monday 1/23/2023. CHECKS should be payable to Sycamore Creek Elementary PTO!!
Magical Tea Party
ADD IT TO YOUR CALENDAR
Friday February 24th 7pm-9pm for our Daughter and Someone Special Dance
Girls are invited to ask one special person to accompany them to the "Magical Tea party" for a special night they won't forget. A formal invitation will be coming home in the very near future. There will be a special opportunity for professional pictures during this event. The order form is attached and can be brought with the guests on the evening of hte dance.
Don't Forget to Check Your Child's School Photos
Your student's photos are now available for viewing and ordering!
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VIEW AND ORDER PHOTOS HERE
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