Pee Dee Elementary
Updates from the Principal
October 14, 2021
Dear parents and guardians,
I appreciate all you do to support us. I'd like to share a gentle reminder that students need to be in class at 7:25 for first bell. Students eat breakfast, make lunch choices, get unpacked, hear morning announcements and are ready for teaching and learning at 7:30. I expect teachers to begin instruction at 7:30. If your child is just entering the building at 7:30, he or she will be tardy to class. It is difficult for your child to get started confidently, not be disruptive to the class. Repeated tardiness results in truancy conferences and possible consequences at the district and local court level. Regardless, it is important that your child be confident and ready to begin instruction at 7:30.
Great news! Based on the most recent advisory from DHEC, students who are exposed to another student who tests positive for Covid will NOT have to quarantine IF THEY ARE CONSISTENTLY WEARING A MASK and it is worn properly covering mouth and nose. This could make a big difference in both the spread of Covid, but also in the spread of flu and strep. Keep in mind that lunchtime is a time where your child is exposed to a small number of children when they are not able to wear masks so there is still a small chance of quarantine. Continue to be vigilant in watching for signs of Covid so we can avoid future quarantines of groups of students. We have very low numbers of quarantined students right now so God willing, we will continue to be healthy and focus on teaching and learning.
Our vendor, Old South Designs, has agreed to open up orders for Pee Dee shirts for both students and adults. Just please give her 2 weeks for delivery to the school.
Has your 3,4 or 5th grader mentioned "Battle of the Books" yet? It is a fun, exciting opportunity!
If you need anything, the school number is 843-397-2579. We feel blessed to be able to serve your children and you.
Respectfully,
Chris Plowman, principal
cplowman@horrycountyschools.net
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Email: cplowman@horrycountyschools.net
Website: https://www.horrycountyschools.net/Pee_Dee_Elementary
Location: 6555 Hwy 134, Conway, SC, USA
Phone: 843-397-2579
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Twitter: @ChrisPlowmanRen
The vision of Pee Dee Elementary is to be a school where respectful relationships and a growth mindset allow us to Encourage, Educate and Empower Every One Every day.