Palmetto Elementary School

Reminders: Tomorrow is our day! Our SOLA giving day fundraiser will come to an end. We can't wait to share the final amount fundraised with you! There is still time to donate if you haven't yet. Click the link to get started! https://www.solagivingday.org/organizations/palmetto-elementary-school? Summer Camp Accelerate late registration has opened. Use the link below to register (this is only for students who have not yet registered but would like to attend.) https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScCTj-m14B62eXtJJgcNjT59sBmx44vpA87mb2yIKJlohSWGA/viewform We still have openings in Pre-K! Call Mrs. Kisha!

Reminders: We will celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week next week. Remember to call Mrs. Kisha to adopt a teacher! ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ Our SOLA giving day fundraiser is coming to an end. There is still time to donate if you haven't yet. The last day is Thursday, May 5, 2022. We are so super proud of all of our students during this difficult testing time. Third through fifth graders have really been working hard on their LEAP test. They are definitely taking their tests seriously! Our younger babies are doing a great job of being extremely quiet and respectful as not to disturb our testers!

This afternoon, Mrs. Tonya Pitcher's bus riders will go home on Ms. Kasey Kennedy's bus. If your child normally rides Mrs. Pitcher's bus, please expect them home later than usual today.

We are so thankful for our SLP teachers! Please join us in taking a moment to show them appreciation, especially this week during Teacher Appreciation Week! #slpTEACHERSrock!

Check out this week's newsletter! https://www.smore.com/d63k27

Announcement: Because of state testing next week, Teacher Appreciation Week has been moved to the week of May 9-13. Although the school has some extra special activities and treats for all of our faculty and staff, we would love to get our students and families involved in this great week. As a special treat, we will have Adopt a Teacher! Simply call the office beginning on Wednesday of next week and let Mrs. Kisha know who you would like to adopt. She will let you know what things are your teacher's favorite such as favorite drink, snack, chips, etc. Let's all help our staff members feel appreciated!

This afternoon, Mrs. Tonya Pitcher's bus riders will go home on Ms. Kasey Kennedy's bus. If your child normally rides Mrs. Pitcher's bus, please expect them home later than usual today.

A special thanks to our latest SOLA donor: Brooke Guidroz!! https://www.solagivingday.org/organizations/palmetto-elementary-school?

Reminder: Coke fundraiser products will be available for pick up tomorrow beginning at 1:00.

Happy Administrative Professional's Day! We appreciate and value your hard work, commitment and dedication to our schools and district! #slpproud

Register Now for Kindergarten Prep Camp For: Pre-K students Transitioning to Kindergarten Camp Dates: June 6 - June 30, 2022 (Monday through Thursday) Camp Time: 8:00 am - 3:00 pm Camp Locations - St. Landry Parish Head Start Centers & Highland Early Learning Center Buses will be available. Get registration information at http://www.slpsb.org/apps/pages/kn_prep_camp.

A special thanks to our latest SOLA donors: Kandie & Grant Huff!! https://www.solagivingday.org/organizations/palmetto-elementary-school?

Good evening, As you are aware, 3/4/5 grades will be testing for the next 8 days. We have received several phone calls inquiring on whether or not lower elementary students need to report to school during these days. The answer is "yes!" Although lower elementary students are using the cafeteria for their classroom in the mornings, they do return to their regular classrooms after lunch to continue with their work. I hope that this clears up so confusion.

We still have some remaining spots in our pre-k class for the upcoming school year. Students must be 4 years of age by September 30 to qualify. Call the office and let Mrs. Kisha help you get those babies in school! 337-623-4482.

Good morning! Coke fundraiser pick up is scheduled for Thursday, April 28 beginning at 1:00. Simply pull up in the horseshoe and we will get your orders out to you! Thank you for helping us to make this fundraiser a huge success.

You guys have far exceeded our expectations with our SOLA giving day fundraiser! As of today we have reached our goal! Thank you to our latest donors: John Harris, David Ducote, Joyce Mansfield, William Green, and Joy Artigue!! Just because we have reached our goal, doesn't mean that we have to stop. SOLA giving day goes on until May 5, 2022. You still have time to donate at the following link: https://www.solagivingday.org/organizations/palmetto-elementary-school?

LEAP testing for 4th and 5th grades starts tomorrow and 3rd grade on Wednesday. We will be testing for a portion of the day until Friday, May 6, 2022. It is imperative that your students in these grade levels arrive at school on time and remain at school the entire day. Students who are present each day of testing will receive Bronco Bucks at the end of the testing period. Students who try their best will receive a "treat" at the end of each day. Let's work together to make your child's testing experience a positive and successful one! We have been busy at school preparing your child for testing. Here is what you can do to help us: 1. If your child does not eat breakfast at school, make sure they have a healthy breakfast at home. 2. Ensure your child gets a good night sleep. 3. Encourage them each morning to do their best. Your child's test scores determine our school letter grade. We are the highest performing elementary school in the district and we want to keep it that way! Thank you for all that you do. Here's to Happy Testing ahead!

Be sure to check out this week's newsletter for all your important end of the school year reminders!! https://www.smore.com/d63k27

We hope that everyone had a great Easter break! LEAP testing begins Tuesday for 4th-5th grade students and Wednesday for 3rd grade students. It is so important that your student report to school each day during testing! Looking forward to seeing everyone tomorrow!

We are so humbled by the generosity of our parents, our community, and complete strangers who have donated to our school's SOLA project! Yesterday, we had our largest day of donations with $1550! Our total stands at $3020! Thank you all for helping us reach our goal! Those of you who still want to donate can do so until May 5th. All money will be matched dollar for dollar. Thank you to yesterday's donors: Tory Hill, Elmo Winters, Therese Winters, Luther Hill, Charlene Polotzola, Carl Pickney, Reva Stelly, Elizabeth Pierre, Ebany McClenan, Rafeal Bolden, Jamie Alexander, Trista Bolden, Chris Meche, Robert Fruen, Austin Pitcher, Byrd Adams, Christine Jackson, and Erica Danbruski! Have a great Easter break!!!