Smithfield Elementary News
November 2020
Letter from the Principal
Dear Smithfield Families,
As we continue to navigate this new way of "doing school" it is important to me that you are kept up-to-date with new happenings. I hope you find this newsletter helpful with staying informed and involved with your child's learning.
Wishing you a safe holiday season,
Kristin Lord
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Calendar of Events
Nov. 1st: Last day of PTO Krispy Kreme Fundraiser. Please see Class Dojo or SMI Website for order form and Flyer.
Nov. 3rd: End of 1st Marking Period
Nov. 12th: Report cards posted to Sapphire at end of day
Nov. 17th & 20th: Food Pantry Donation Day
Nov. 23rd - Nov 24th: Parent Teacher Conferences
Nov. 25th: NO SCHOOL for students
Nov. 26th - Nov. 30th: NO SCHOOL for Thanksgiving Holiday
Dec 2nd: Picture Re-takes
Welcome To Our New Guidance Counselor!
NEW! Email for Attendance Notes
For your convenience, an email address has been created for sending absence notes. Notes may be sent to smi-attendance@esasd.net
Sapphire Account Creation/Login Instructions
Free Meals Until December!
Birthday Baskets Are Here!
At this time, Birthday Baskets from the ESASD Food Services department are the only birthday celebration treats that are permitted. Attached is the link for the order form. Simply complete the form and send it to your child's teacher (scan to email or physically send it to school).
Until further notice, all classroom birthday celebrations are on hold. Please do not send any items prepackaged (or otherwise) from home to share with others.
The cafeteria is in the process of bringing back their Birthday Basket package that parents/guardians will be able to purchase to celebrate their child's special day. More information and order forms will be released from Food Services soon.
In keeping with health and safety, the ESASD Birthday Basket option will be the only type of birthday celebration permitted at this time.
Snack Reminders
- Water
- Pretzels
- Fruit
- Goldfish
- Crackers
- Vegetables
- Animal Crackers
- Popcorn
After School Clubs/ Activities
Join Smithfield's Class Dojo for Updates
Having Chromebook Issues?
Face Coverings
- Face coverings are required in accordance with the latest Order from the Pennsylvania Department of Health (current as of July 1, 2020).
- They are to be worn on the bus and in school.
- Families will provide their own face coverings for their student(s). If a family is unable to provide a face covering for their student, the district will issue two per marking period to the student.
Clothing recommendations for cooler weather
Below 40 Degrees
- Heavy Coat
- Mittens/Glove
- Hat
- Scarf
40-60 Degree
- Light Jacket/Sweater or Sweatshirt
No outdoor recess if temperature is below 15 degrees (or if it feels like 15 below)