Respect – Relationships
Relevance – Resilience
Weekly Bulletin – October 18, 2024
PDF Printable Version – October 18, 2024
PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE
Focus on Integrity
Dear Families,
This week, our school focused on the character strength of Integrity. Integrity means being honest, truthful, and genuine. Integrity is doing the right thing even when no one is watching. People with integrity tell the truth and align their thoughts, feelings, and actions. They have the courage to stick to their beliefs, even if it means not following the crowd. Integrity is closely related to honesty and authenticity.
Integrity is essential for personal growth and well-being. When your thoughts, feelings, and actions are in harmony, you can grow and achieve your goals. Being authentic and genuine makes you more likable and trusted by others, improving your relationships.
To practice and encourage the character strength of integrity at home, please visit the Positivity Project’s mobile-friendly P2 for Families. There, you can watch a video, read a quote, and discuss three questions together.
Thank you for your continued support!
HALLOWEEN PARADE AND COSTUMES
Halloween will be celebrated at SSCS on Thursday, October 31st, 2024 with our traditional Halloween Parade starting at 2:15 p.m. Parents and community members are welcome to line-up around the U-shaped driveway to watch the children in the parade (weather permitting).
Please remember that costumes must be appropriate for a school setting, and not involve excessive blood, gore, or weapons. In addition, costumes need to follow the basic requirements of the Code of Conduct Dress Code and not be “revealing” or “suggestive” in nature. Middle and High School costumes must be able to be worn in such a manner that it will not distract or disrupt the educational activities that are otherwise planned for the day. “Scary clown/ creepy clown” masks and costumes will not be allowed to be worn or possessed on school grounds.
HELP US FEED THE CANDY MONSTER
There is a CANDY MONSTER roaming the halls of Sharon Springs Central School that feeds on Candy! (and possibly children, we aren’t too sure yet!) You can find it in new locations throughout the building through October 25!
We are looking for donations of candy to help our Trunk or Treat Event on Halloween from 5-7 pm! All donations can be placed inside the Monster’s Belly or left at the front desk. We want to make sure we have enough candy for all of the little ghouls, goblins, monster and more who come to Trunk or Treat so any donations would be greatly appreciated!
The Sharon Springs PTO & After School Program thank you in advance for your continued support to our school and our community.
FALL/WINTER RECESS PREPAREDNESS
Now that our weather is colder, a reminder to K-5 parents and students to make sure they are prepared for outdoor recess time. (Snow boots, snow pants, hats, gloves/mittens and warm coats.) Please make sure your K-5 child has warm weather attire each day to go outside so they can participate in recess. If there is a financial need for any of these items please either send a note in with your child or email mkeaney@sharonsprings.org.
AMERICAN RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE HALLOWEEN DAY – OCT. 31
The SSCS Student Council, in partnership with the American Red Cross, is hosting a blood drive in the school auditorium on Thursday, October 31st from 11:30 am to 4 pm. Anyone 16 years of age or older can donate blood. Please be sure to eat a good meal and drink plenty of fluids before you come in for your donation. On the day of your appointment, please bring a photo ID and the names of any medications that you are taking. Volunteers and Red Cross Staff will go over the basics with you at registration, at which time you will need to complete a brief health history. The whole process will take approximately 1 hour with the actual donation taking approximately 6-8 minutes. After donating, the Red Cross will provide free snacks and refreshments, as well as a free gift. If you would like to make a donation appointment, please use the following link: https://tinyurl.com/7wzzpczr. Walk-ins are welcome! Thank you in advance for your time and generosity.
PLAYGROUND ACCESS WHILE SCHOOL PROGRAMS ARE IN SESSION
For the safety of our students, the School Playground is closed to the public during school hours 7:30 AM-5:00 PM Monday through Friday when school programs are in session. Visitor passes are available at the Front Desk upon administrative approval.
AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM
The After School Program for students in Grades K-6 has begun. All children must be registered with completed paperwork prior to their start date. Please contact ASP Coordinator, Valerie Ducharme, with any questions: VDucharme@Sharonsprings.org or text/call the ASP Line at 518-918-4934.
COMPUTERS AVAILABLE
All-in-One computers available from the school. If your household qualifies for free or reduced school lunch and you would like a computer for your household, please contact Tom Reynolds at treynolds@sharonsprings.org or (518) 284-2266.
COMMUNITY FOCUS
A Service to the Sharon Springs Community
Sharon Springs Free Public Library
129 Main Street, Sharon Springs, NY
Monday- 10:00am-6:00pm
Tuesday- 3:00pm-8:00pm
Wednesday- 3:00pm-8:00pm
Thursday- 10:00am-6:00pm
Friday- 3:00pm-8:00pm
Saturday- 10:00am-1:00pm
WEEKLY BULLETIN SUBMISSIONS
SSCS will continue to produce this document each week as a service to the SSCS community. Similar to last year, classified ads, such as advertisements for the sale of items, help wanted ads, etc., will no longer be accepted. Advertisements will only be accepted if it relates to a potential educational benefit for our students or it has the potential to benefit the Sharon Springs community. SSCS reserves the right to edit any submission. For consideration, please email by 3 p.m. on Tuesdays to weeklybulletin@sharonsprings.org.
