The Attitude of Gratitude Mindset teaches us the importance of seeking the positives from every experience and being thankful for all that we have. Through this mindset, we learn that we can use the positives or the negatives of our lives as the foundation on which to build. Choose the positives, and we are on our way toward extraordinary success; choose the negatives, and we embark on path toward disappointment, resentment, and suffering. In these lessons, we guide students to focus on all the things they have, leaving no time to be distracted by what they don’t.

The four components of Attitude of Gratitude are:

1. Treasure Yourself

2. Be more Grateful

3. Thank it Forward

4. Elevate your Perspective

To learn more about this mindset, click here.

The 22 -23 Sawnee yearbooks are on sale!

Balfour handles all of the sales online.

Order your yearbook at Balfour.com.

The price is $30.00.

Deadline to order is February 28, 2023.

Potatoes and Sweet Potatoes

Potatoes are a tuber vegetable. They are a nutrient-dense powerhouse, and provides the energy, potassium and vitamin C you need to fuel your day. Potatoes are naturally fat-free, cholesterol-free and sodium free.

Sweet Potatoes are a root vegetable. They are high in fiber and antioxidants, which protect your body from free radical damage and promote a healthy gut and brain. Sweet Potatoes are incredibly rich in beta-carotene, which is converted to vitamin A to support good vision and your immune system.

**Please click HERE for more information about school meal prices and access to the online application for free or reduced lunch.

It’s that time of year where fevers, colds and illness are on the rise! We are seeing an increase in flu and strep cases throughout our community. If your child has been diagnosed with any contagious illness such as flu, strep throat, stomach bug or COVID, please notify your student’s teacher.

Our clinics are in need of gently worn girl pants size 5-8, boy pants size 8-adult small and all ages of sweatshirts. We are always in need of 5oz cups and Ziploc sandwich bags. Thank you so much for all the support you have given our clinics! We so appreciate you!

**Just a reminder that all medication needs to be brought to the clinic by a parent/guardian. Students are not permitted to carry medication at school per Forsyth County School Policy.

Forsyth County Schools are in need of Substitute Nurses. If you are a RN or LPN and would like more information, please contact Nurse Robyn or Nurse Kate. We would love to have you!

We always welcome your calls and emails. Nurse Robyn (PreK-1) RFreeze@forsyth.k12.ga.us and Nurse Kate (2-5) F36415@forsyth.k12.ga.us

Holiday House Gift Assistance Program 11/8

If you are a Parent/Guardian living in Forsyth County with children aged up to 18 years* who meet financial guidelines, you could qualify to shop for your holiday gifts at The Place Holiday House!

Please see website for details of date and location to apply!

"The Place" Food Pantry

Need help with food? Order with a simple click-list when you qualify. Click application link to apply online or for more information call 770-887-1098.

https://www.theplaceofforsyth.org/food-app-spaneng.html

Sawnee Elementary has a “Strive for Less than Five” unexcused absence per year policy. We support every student in reaching his/her greatest potential and encourage parents to support children in maximizing academic instruction opportunities. Some of the potential consequences of absenteeism are listed below. We understand that injuries and illness occur. As such, parents should send in a doctor's note for necessary absences. Student Attendance Flyer

FSC Think First and Stay Safe Parent Letter

- Contact Meagan Soles at 770-887-6161 ext: 772108 or email at f41281@forsyth.k12.ga.us

2022-2023 Board Members

President- Taylor Milburn

VP Fundraising - Cheryl Ewell

VP Hospitality & Events - Melissa Fagan

VP Family Engagement - Jenny Morgan

Treasurer- Becca Lopez

Secretary- Nicole Hale

* Spirit Nights- We're excited to be partnering with Pies on Post for our Nov.1 Spirit Night! Take a break from cooking and make plans to support Sawnee and Mellow Mushroom when you dine in or carry out!" Keep an eye on our social media pages for additional details!

* Spirit Wear is available to order 24/7 with new styles being added all the time! And yes, it will be delivered straight to your house. Visit the spirit wear shop to view the awesome new Sawnee swag options available this year!

Contact us: sawneeptoboard@gmail.com

* Teacher Supply Drive- This year we've set out to stock the teacher's supply closet and we need your help! We'd love to provide them with the supplies they use the most throughout the year and we've made it easy to chip in! Visit the Amazon wishlist to take a look at what they need and all orders will be shipped directly to the school. If you'd prefer to purchase supplies on your own, you can drop off at the front office of building 1!

Teacher Supply Drive Wish list link: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3USYYD58FFKSD?ref_=wl_share

Nov. 1 - Spirit Night - Pies on Post

Nov. 4 - Fall Picture Re-Takes

Nov. 8 - Chief Leader Celebration 5:30p

Nov. 11 - Veterans Day Celebration - Please RSVP to attend

Nov. 17 - LSC Meeting

Nov. 21-25 - No School - Student/Staff Holiday

Dec. 6 - Fall Chorus Concert 6:30p

Dec. 8 - Spelling Bee

Dec. 13 - Chief Leader Celebration 5:30p

Dec. 21-Jan. 4 - Student Holiday

Bottoms Christmas Tree Farm is excited to once again be working with TREES FOR TROOPS for the 2022 Christmas season. Click HERE to find out how you can help the troops celebrate the season with a Bottoms Christmas Tree Farm.

We are also working on setting up our Instagram account and will be coming very soon!