Pepper Drive Family News

September 9, 2022

We've Got Spirit!

On Fridays, we wear red. That is our day for showing off our school spirit. Order your Tiger spirit wear here. https://pepper-drive-pta.square.site/shop/pd-spirit-wear-/2


Last week, the winning classes, showing the most school spirit were

Mrs. Sullivan (4th Grade)

Mrs. Bakke (1st Grade)

Mrs. Mowrey (8th Grade)


This week, the winners are

Mrs. Roehrs (3rd Grade)

Mrs. Mowrey (8th Grade)

Mrs. Dawson (Kindergarten)*


*Mrs. Dawson's class had 100% participation in our school spirit day today!!

Volunteer Application Online

Please click here to complete the first requirement of the Pepper Drive Volunteer Application. After completion, you will need to bring your Photo ID to the school office. Background checks take approximately 2 weeks. You will be notified by email when you are approved. Then you can arrange volunteer opportunities with the classroom teacher.


If you have already been approved and plan to volunteer with Peppers Too, please come to an informational meeting on Thursday 9/15 at 8:45 to get started.

TIGER Expectations

This week, your student reviewed the TIGER expectation of TEAMWORK. The students below are some of our "Tigers of the Week"
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Dress Code Reminders

It is hot outside, we know. School dress code still has to apply. Please check outfits before students leave for school. The school Handbook is attached below for reference.
  • Appropriate shoes must be worn. Sandals must have heel straps. Flip-flops or backless shoes or sandals are not acceptable.
  • Clothing, jewelry and personal items shall be free of writing, pictures or any other insignia which are crude, vulgar, profane or sexually suggestive, which bear drug, alcohol or tobacco company advertising, promotions and likenesses, or which advocate death, violence, racial, ethnic or religious prejudice.
  • Hats, caps and other head coverings shall not be worn indoors.
  • Clothes shall be sufficient to conceal undergarments at all times. See-through or fish-net fabrics, halter tops, spaghetti straps, off-the-shoulder or low-cut tops, strapless or tube tops, backless shirts, bare midriffs and skirts or shorts shorter than mid-thigh are prohibited.
  • Gym shorts may not be worn in classes other than physical education.
  • Hair shall be clean and neatly groomed and the color may not cause a distraction to the educational environment. Hair may not be sprayed by any coloring that would drip when wet.
  • Spiked jewelry and waist chains will not be allowed.
  • Bandanas and sweatbands shall not be worn unless prior approval is granted by a site administrator.
  • Muscle shirts, tank shirts, or underwear shirts may not be worn. Clothing that is suggestive or revealing will not be allowed.
  • Pants must not be worn to expose undergarments or bare skin above the waist.
  • Clothing that is considered nightwear (pajamas and slippers) may not be worn, with the exception of a designated day by the school.

School Policy Regarding Costumes:

Our goal is to maintain our educational purpose and provide instruction to students with minimal distractions. Outside of school-sanctioned dress-up days, costumes are not permitted, as they do not serve an educational purpose. Outside of any school-sanctioned event, please follow these general rules:

  • No Costumes (this includes fake ears, noses, wigs, etc.)
  • No Fake Blood/Fake Weapons
  • No Full-Face Coverings, Masks, or Face Paint
  • Student dress should not create a disruption to classroom instruction or learning
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Parent Book Study

Are you interested in learning more about how to better support your child? Could you be available once monthly for an evening meeting to brainstorm with other parents around a common book study? We are hosting a parent book study around Thrivers: The Surprising Reasons Why Some Kids Struggle and Others Shine by Michele Borba, Ed.D. If you are interested or would like to know more, please email Mrs. Bradbury at Summer.Bradbury@santeesd.net Our first meeting will be held on 9/29 at 5pm at the school.

Upcoming Dates

September

9/15 Peppers Too Meeting

9/20 Back to School Night (TK-5)

9/20 PTA Association Meeting 5:00

9/21 Back to School Night (6th-8th)

9/26 SSC Meeting & Elections

9/28 TIGER Awards

9/30 Fall Picture Day

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