We are off to a strong start this school year and are excited to share important updates with our families.

Please be sure to mark your calendars with the following dates:

• September 12th – Progress Reports sent home
• September 16th – No School for Students (Staff Professional Development)
• October 9th – Parent-Teacher Conferences, 3:00–6:00 PM
• October 10th – No School for Students (Staff Professional Development)

We also have a special opportunity for our families: refer another family to enroll a student in Kindergarten through 2nd grade, and you’ll get a gift card! The deadline for referrals is the end of September.

If you’re interested in joining our Parent Advisory, please reach out to Mrs. Amatore via Dojo or give her a call. We would love to have your input and involvement!

In Mr. Jurco's Science/CTE classes, our students dove into some exciting hands-on engineering challenges that had them thinking creatively and working together like true engineers! One favorite activity was the Marshmallow Tower Challenge, where teams were given only spaghetti, tape, string, and a marshmallow. Their mission? To design and build the tallest, most stable towers possible. Some teams amazed everyone by reaching heights over 30 inches! Along the way, students learned the importance of planning, testing, and adjusting their designs, all while having a lot of fun.

Our middle school engineers also put their problem-solving skills to the test by building marble roller coasters using just paper, tape, and imagination. As they designed twists, turns, and loops, students explored real-world science concepts like motion and energy. These hands on projects gave students the chance to apply what they’re learning in a creative way! Watching our students tackle these challenges with curiosity, enthusiasm, and teamwork reminded us just how much they can achieve when they put their minds to it!

Congratulations to our Hammerheads who were recognized this month for showing true S.W.I.M. behavior: showing respect, working hard, including others, and making safe choices!

We are so proud of our role-model students:

8th Grade – Jaziel Hernandez, Karolina Melendez-Tossas and Jaedin Joseph

7th Grade – Atnel Martir, Eriyonna Pittman

6th Grade – Keylanie Hernandez

5th Grade – Carabella Richards, Adreilis Rodriguez

4th Grade – Marcus Burnette, Harmonie Rogers

3rd Grade – Adrielys Rivas Bonilla, Elijah Mann

2nd Grade – Nylah Hackney

1st Grade – Terri Craig, Felicity Hych

Kindergarten – Mega Alexander

Way to go!

4th Graders Swimming in Presentations

Our 4th graders made a big splash with their recent Shark Projects, and we could not be prouder of their hard work. Over the past few weeks, students researched by exploring the unique traits, habitats, and adaptations of these fascinating creatures. Each student selected a shark species to study and brought their learning to life by building a detailed model that showed off their shark’s special features.

During presentations, students showed confidence and excitement as they taught their peers what they had discovered. We are so impressed with our 4th graders for the dedication they showed from start to finish. They not only demonstrated strong academic skills but also embodied our S.W.I.M. values!

Western Reserve Field Trip: Kids in Communities Long Ago

Our students from Kindergarten through 8th grade had an amazing experience visiting the Western Reserve Historical Society to explore Kids in Communities Long Ago. They discovered what life was like for children in the past, learning about daily routines, games, school, and family life in earlier times. It was inspiring to see our students so engaged, asking thoughtful questions, and connecting history to their own lives.

 Looking ahead, we have more exciting opportunities planned—in October, students will visit Playhouse Square to enjoy The Magic School Bus: The Musical and Día de los Muertos: The Musical. These experiences continue to bring learning to life and make school both fun and meaningful!

Clubs, Tutoring, and Afterschool Information

We are excited to share details about our afterschool opportunities! Clubs will meet on Mondays only, while tutoring will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays by invitation only. Both clubs and tutoring begin at 2:35 PM and end promptly at 3:05 PM. Sports practices will take place after clubs and tutoring have finished.

If your K–5 student is not in need of tutoring but still needs a place to go after school, our afterschool program is open! Please call the front office for more information about enrollment.

Have Questions? We’re Here for You!

Our main office is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM

Give us a call or stop by, we’re always happy to help!