We hope you have been enjoying this beautiful summer. Our teachers and staff have been busy preparing for another great year, and look forward to meeting new families and welcoming old friends. Please note the following important dates on your calendar:
School Supplies: A list of back-to-school supplies for each grade level can be found on the Sandpiper website ( http://sandpiper.brssd.org ). Online ordering is also available through Aug. 10 — please check website for more information.
Sandpiper Playdate: All are welcome to join us on Sat., Aug. 21 from 11am-1pm at the lower grade playground near Room 22. Don’t forget sunscreen!
Registration Packet Pickup: Held on Fri., Aug. 20 in front of the Sandpiper school office — New Sandpiper Families only from 4pm to 5pm; Returning Sandpiper Families from 5pm to 6:30pm. Stop by to pick up important forms from the District and PTA. If you cannot attend, please arrange for a friend to get it for you.
Student Registration: All families must turn in their District forms prior to the start of school. For your convenience, a special registration event will be held on Mon., Aug. 23 in the Sandpiper Community Center. Doors open at 3:00pm and close promptly at 7:00pm. Please allow 30 minutes to process your paperwork. Remember to bring your checkbook if you wish to purchase yearbooks, spirit wear, etc.
Kindergarten Kickoff: Incoming Kindergarten families are invited to drop by school on Tues., Aug. 24 from 3pm-5pm for a special event sponsored by Kids’ Posh Parties.
2010-11 Bell Schedule: Please drive carefully and watch out for kids in the crosswalks! Kindergarten starts at 8:25am /dismissed daily at 12:30pm. 1st- 5th grades start at 8:35 am. 1st – 3rd grades dismissed at 2:45pm on Mon./Tue./Thurs/Fri. 4th and 5th grades dismissed at 3:10pm on Mon./Tue./Thurs/Fri. 1st – 5th grades always dismissed on Wed. at 12:30pm.
The first day of school is Wed., Aug. 25 and will be an early dismissal day (12:30 pm). Parking is extremely limited, so we encourage all families to enjoy the warm weather by walking or biking to school if possible. We look forward to seeing you soon!