SSD/Normandy Monthly Communication
Family and Staff Newsletter August 2022
Greetings Families & Staff~
Back to School Poem by fancyashley
Is it just me or did the summer totally fly by?
It seems to have gone by in the blink of an eye!
It's that time of year again,
The school year has officially began.
Pencils, crayons and backpacks galore...
And you can never have too many pens; I always need more!
The new normal is the morning rush,
Make me reminisce of lazy summer days when I
lounged late in m bed, all plush.
Coffee and breakfast to go is now how we roll,
It's only been a couple of days and it's already taking its toll!
I know I shouldn't throw a fit,
As summer will be back before we know it!
So, be happy and don't shed a tear,
Hip hip hooray for a sage and blessed school year!
In partnership,
DeAndria Player, Director of Special Education dmplayer@ssdmo.org
Barbara Champagne, Special Education Coordinator bachampagne@ssdmo.org
Lynette Swift-Elliott, Special Education Coordinator lswift-elliott@ssdmo.org
Has someone made a positive impact on you or your student? Let them know!
New Start and Dismissal Times for Schools
The first day of school for Normandy Schools Collaborative is Monday, August 22. The school start and end times are listed below.
School/Start time/Dismissal time
Normandy High School 7:20 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Barack Obama School 7:20 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Lucas Crossing School Complex 8:10 a.m. to 3:20 p.m.
Bel-Nor School 8:10 a.m. to 3:20 p.m.
Jefferson School 9:00 a.m. to 4:10 p.m.
Washington School 9:00 a.m. to 4:10 p.m.
Early Learning Center 9:00 a.m. to 4:10 p.m.
The Transportation Department will contact families soon with information regarding bus stops, pick-up and drop-off times. Other pertinent information regarding the upcoming school year can be found at https://www.normandysc.org. If you have questions or concerns, please contact your child's school.
Please join us at Beyond the Backpack!!!
We will have everything you need for the new school year in one place, plus some extra fun activities to close out the summer!
FREE Backpacks
FREE School Supplies
FREE Physicals, Dental Screenings, and Immunizations
FREE Haircuts
FREE Lunch
School Registration
Petting Zoo, Bounce House, DJ, and MORE!
Family and Community Engagement (FACE)
FACE Supports Family Engagement Across the District
The mission of FACE is to partner with students, families, and staff to support students throughout the District. These supports will include specialized academic, social, and emotional needs to promote self-determination, equitable opportunities, and authentic inclusion.
To learn more and keep up to date on the great events hosted by FACE during the 2022-23 school year, visit http://www.ssdmo.org/face.
SSD Family Leadership Institute-Fall 2022
SSD’s Family and Community Engagement (FACE) program is seeking applicants interested in participating in the Fall 2022 SSD Family Leadership Institute.
Family Leadership Institute participants have the opportunity to:
- Build understanding of future planning and problem-solving utilizing the Charting the LifeCourse tools.
- Learn to effectively participate in their student's education and improve the educational climate for all children.
- Learn how to positively interact and collaborate with other families and school personnel.
- Discover new resources and network with other families.
This program, which is offered at no cost to participants, is designed for family members who are the educational decision-makers for a student with a disability.The four sessions will be held in-person on Wednesdays from 5:30-8:30 PM on Oct. 12, 19, 26, and Nov. 2. Dinner will be provided for attendees.
Apply Online!
Interested in joining this year's Family Leadership Institute?
Parent Advisory Council (PAC)
The SSD Parent Advisory Council (PAC) is comprised of families advising and collaborating to improve the education, confidence and social outcomes of each student served by SSD. The PAC consists of five parents or guardians – one member and four alternates – from each of the 22 St. Louis County school districts and from each of the five SSD special education schools. The parents or guardians of students receiving special education services in that district or school elect SSD PAC members.
The SSD Parent Advisory Council has scheduled the following meetings for the 2021-2022 school year. All meetings are held virtually via Zoom, from 7-9 PM. Additional information about meetings, including agendas, can be found on the PAC's website.
Get Involved with the SSD PAC
- Network and communicate with other parents of children who receive special education service.
- Become as informed as possible about special education services
- Improve communication between your local school district and SSD
- Create a positive understanding and awareness of students with disabilities
- Establish a network of advocacy for local, state and national disability issues
Special School District Upcoming Events
August 9 Board of Education Work Study 5:45pm & Executive Meeting 7:00pm
August 10 Parent Advisory Council (PAC) Meeting 7:00pm-9:00pm
August 23 Board of Education Business Meeting 5:45pm & Executive Meeting 7:00pm
Special School District of St. Louis County
Email: dmplayer@ssdmo.org
Website: www.ssdmo.org
Location: 12110 Clayton Road, Wildwood, MO, USA
Phone: 314.989.8100
Facebook: www.facebook.com/SSDStLCo
Twitter: @SSDDStLCo
Normandy Schools Collaborative Upcoming Events
August 22 First Day of School
Normandy Schools Collaborative
Website: https://www.normandysc.org/
Location: 3855 Lucas and Hunt Road, Normandy, MO, USA
Phone: 314-493-0400