Peabody Elementary Weekly Informer
Monday, February 15, 2021
Greetings Parents,
This is a reminder that February 15th is Presidents' Day. Presidents' Day is a day that celebrates all U.S. presidents. All Shelby County Schools will be closed in observance of Presidents' Day. You can use this day as an opportunity to celebrate our past and present presidents as a family and to enjoy the snow. You can also send your teacher photos via Class Tag of you and your child enjoying the day.
Friday it was announced that schools will open for in-person learning March 1 for grades Pre-K through 5. Virtual learning will continue for students whose parents choose the virtual learning option. We will conduct a school-based re-entry meeting when more information is available. Be on the lookout for the date.
You can visit http://www.scsk12.org/returnstronger/ for additional "Return Stronger" information.
You can stop by the school Tuesday, February 16th from 1pm-4pm to pick up Wonders and Eureka Math materials if you missed the scheduled resource pick-up day.
This Wednesday or Thursday, your child will continue to engage in grade recovery or enrichment. Make sure to check with your child's teacher to ensure that your child is taking advantage of this great opportunity.
Have a great week,
Ms. Bell, Assistant Principal
Student Device Assistance Information
Starting November 30, you can contact our school directly for immediate support with student device repairs and/or replacement. We are the first point of contact for help with your student’s SCS-issued device.
You can receive help by emailing PeabodyESdevicehelp@scsk12.org or calling the school at 416-4606. We will connect you with our school’s Microsoft Ambassador to help with reporting a device as lost, stolen or damaged, as well as any issues with Microsoft TEAMs or help with resetting a password.
The technology team will schedule you an appointment during the following times:
Monday 9:30-10:10 am
Thursday 12:50-1:30 pm
Friday 10:30-11:30 am
In order to receive a loaner device, the legal parent or guardian must be present. When you visit the school for your scheduled appointment time bring the following:
State issued ID
Device to be repaired
Charger for the device
A loaner device will be issued during your visit. School based repairs can take up to 3 days. If the school is unable to repair the device, a district IT representative will be notified to assist with the repair. Once the repair is completed, you will be called to pick up the device.
Also, please remember, you can find answers to most general questions on the SCS website, at scsk12.org/accessforall.
As always, we appreciate your partnership, and please know we are here to support you at Peabody.
Counselor's Corner
Hi Peabody Eagles!
Hello Peabody Eagles! February is American Heart Month. Check out the tips by clicking the link below on how to keep your child's heart healthy. What are you doing to keep your heart healthy?
My contact information is in the weekly newsletter and on the Peabody website in the Counselor Corner. Please do not hesitate to reach out to me or our school social worker, Mrs. Donna Goings. Her email address is goingsdv@scsk12.org and her office number is (901) 416-6395.
Have an awesome week!
Mrs. Turner
Contact Name: Tamara L. Turner, Professional School Counselor
Contact Email: turnertl@scsk12.org
Contact Number: (901) 609-3948 (Google Voice Number)
Office Hours: Monday-Thursday 3:00pm-3:30pm (upon request other times can be arranged)
SCS Crisis Hotline Number: (901) 416-6076
Every year, the Peabody PTA holds the Cookie Dough Fundraiser! It's always a smashing success and our families typically clear $6,000 that goes directly to technology and the arts at Peabody. This year, though, the PTA has voted not to hold the sale due to COVID. We just can't figure out a safe way to do it.
The PTA has been supporting teachers and staff during this time of virtual learning -- buying stylus pens for K-2 to use with their tablets, microphones for teachers, we outfitted a new teacher/staff lounge for those working inside the school and teacher appreciation gifts!
We ask that if you can, donate to the Peabody PTA. You can just go to FriendsofPeabody.org and donate online! Any amount will be greatly appreciated and help us support our school... even when we can't be there!
The Library Corner
AR Points! How high can you go?
GOAL: 12,000 points
Click on the Peabody Morning Announcements link above each weekday morning to join.
Weekly Lunch Pick-Up
Daily Attendance
Peabody Elementary Virtual Norms for Online Classrooms
Parents please help us with the following Virtual Norms to ensure we continue to have a successful year of learning:
- Students CANNOT eat food while in class virtually.
- Students MUST be in a designated area for learning that requires them to sit upright. Students cannot lay down at any time. Students cannot be in bed.
- Student MUST have a quiet area- free of noise, no tv, no music during virtual learning.
- Students CANNOT have covers or blankets on their body.
- Students CANNOT wear hoodies or hats on their head.
- Students MUST have on a shirt with sleeves.
- Students MUST have shoes on their feet during PE days or if feet will be shown during class.
- Students MUST remain in the class from 8:15-3:00 each day to receive full credit for the day and a class participation grade.
- Students MUST show their faces (video on) on the screen.
- Students MUST stay on mute until the teacher advises them otherwise.
- Students should wear headphones while learning virtually to block out excess noise in their background.
If your child attends a daycare or community center each day while virtually learning, we are asking parents to communicate the above Virtual Expectations with these centers.
Peabody Elementary School
Website: https://schools.scsk12.org/peabody-es
Location: 2086 Young Avenue, Memphis, TN, USA
Phone: 9014164606
Facebook: facebook.com/PeabodyEagles