ESS Weekly Family Update
Week ending 2/4/2022
Update from Mrs. Weber
We had a great week-the kiddos and staff continue to work hard each and everyday! I appreciate your flexibility and patience when bus changes arise-I get the information out as quickly as I can. Be sure to check emails in the morning just in case!
Just a reminder that if your child has a fever or is vomiting, they must be 24 hours fever or vomit free before they can come to school. This is a district policy and ensures the health and well being of students and staff.
Please be sure that traffic continues to enter from Soundview and exit out Willoughby at all times. Parking is tight these days with the snow-please be mindful of others when parking and don't block other cars in. Doors are open for pick up until 3:59-if you come after the initial rush, parking spaces typically open up.
If you have to get out of your car in the morning, please park and walk your child. The drop off line is just for students exiting the cars independently out the passenger side door.
Any adult should have identification on them at all times when picking a student up. Please do not be insulted that we ask for it-safety is paramount for all students at all times.
If you message your child's teacher on Dojo or via email about changing their dismissal or reporting an absence, please also email the office. Oftentimes the teachers do not have time during the day to check messages or teachers may be out of school and unable to communicate the change to us. Email Mrs. Quinaln (dquinlan@sheltonpublicschools.org) and Mrs. Repasi (erepasi@sheltonpublicschools.org) to report the changes-thank you for your help with this.
Please note that there is no parking along the baseball field at any time-buses and cars are not able to safely pass when cars are parked there. I understand with the snow parking is limited, however the ability to get buses in and out safely is our first priority.
Incoming Kindergarten Registration-will take place beginning February first. Children who will be 5 by December 31, 2022 are eligible for registration. Please call the school (203-929-1330) to set up a registration appointment. Students DO NOT need to attend the registration appointment. A Parent information meeting will take place with Bus Safety Day-as soon as I have that date (typically the Friday before the first day of school) I will share. Please let any friends and neighbors know about the days as well.
Have a great rest of the week and the weekend-Mrs. Weber
Please support the ESS Library
Please support our Elizabeth Shelton School library!
Starting on February 4th and ending on April 4th, we are holding our second online Titlewish fundraiser. 100% of the money we raise will go directly to purchasing new materials for our school library.
Our first Titlewish fundraiser was a success! We’re asking you to participate and help us raise another $1,000. We’re going to use this money to purchase books for our ESS Library Media Center.To help us meet our goal, please visit https://www.titlewish.com/1094253 and click the Donate button.The site goes live on Friday, February 4th.
Thank you for helping us provide Elizabeth Shelton School students with the best education possible! It is a great way to honor your child for their birthday or any special occasion or just because you want to help! Your child will have their name placed in a new book in honor of your donation.
There are 2 Ways To Donate:
1.You can simply donate a dollar amount here, and I will select a book from the wish list: https://www.titlewish.com/1094253
2.You may choose a specific book from our wish list.Three steps for that are:
Click on the link to see the books we currently would like to purchase for our school library collection. Titlewish - Elizabeth Shelton Elementary
Then email me at kbush@sheltonpublicschools.org with the title of the book you have funded through our Titlewish program.
Donate the amount for the book) you would like to purchase here: https://www.titlewish.com/1094253
Thank you!
Mrs. Bush
Library Media Specialist
If you have any questions email me at: kbush@sheltonpublicschools.org.January Students of the Month
PTO Virtual Meeting-February 8-6:30 PM
PTO Meeting
Tuesday, February 8 · 6:30 – 7:30pm
Google Meet joining info
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/kxw-xgxg-obh
Or dial: (US) +1 414-439-0231 PIN: 530 656 670#
More phone numbers: https://tel.meet/kxw-xgxg-obh?pin=6273124349957
Dates to Know
Wednesday February 9-Red/Pink Day
Friday February 11 or Monday February 14-Classroom Valentine Exchange-teachers will send out information-NO CANDY or FOOD sent in
Wednesday February 16-Rainbow Day
Friday February 18-Monday February 21-Winter Break
Tuesday February 22-Friday February 25-Kid's Heart Challenge Jump Rope Fundraiser week
Wednesday February 23- Denim Day