First Day of School
The first day of school is Wednesday, August 22nd.
We can't wait to welcome back all of our Otters!
Classroom Assignment Call-Outs
TK/Kindergarten students will receive a call from their teachers on the evening of Monday, August 20, welcoming them to the class and telling them where to meet on the first day of school. Students in grades 1-5 will receive call from their teachers on Tuesday, August 21st.
TK/K Playdate- Thursday 8/16
August 16 TK/Kindergarten play date
All families of an incoming student entering Transitional Kindergarten or Kindergarten are welcome to attend the TK/ Kindergarten play date scheduled for Thursday August 16. There are two play date times available. The morning play date is from 9am to 10am and the evening play date is from 5pm to 6pm at the Shoal Creek Kindergarten playground. No supervision will be provided, parents or a guardian must attend with their child. Siblings are welcome. Come meet other incoming TK and Kindergarten families and your child will enjoy meeting new friends before the school year begins. We hope to see you there.
Library Redesign
We have some exciting news to share! Our library is going to get an “Ottery terrific” makeover this summer and we need your help! The library is the heart of our school and literacy is one of the core foundations we provide our children to help them succeed in the future. Our goal is to update and create a fun and inviting space for our children to share for many years to come. The plan is to paint add seating, desk space and signage to create a more functional, cohesive space for our children to learn and research. Shoal Creek Educational Foundation has created a PayPal account and are now able to accept credit cards. We also accept cash and check. If you are interested in donating to the project, you may do so here: https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=QK8FYDVUF33FL.
You may also send in cash or check with your student in a labeled envelope Please make sure to label the envelope: Library Remodel Donation cc:SCEF or FoundationClick Here for more information and to view the proposed style and color theme: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1l64uB71NboR64bXm1ZBmpJdNlmuc-V3Qfeg6WZFpOSE/edit?usp=sharing
Lego League
Shoal Creek is looking to start a new Jr. First Lego League Team next fall. It is designed to introduce STEM concepts to kids ages 6 to 10. Older students can participate in First Lego League. Guided by adult coaches, students build models using LEGO and create posters to present what they learned. The program focuses on building interest in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) through a real-world challenge – to be solved by research, critical thinking, and imagination. You can see more information in the attached link. https://www.firstinspires.org/robotics/flljr/what-is-first-lego-league-jr
Robotics Club
Interested in Robotics? We are hoping to create a SCES Robotics Team for next year. Please see the attached schedule and contact Tracy Nguyen (drtnguyen00@gmail.com) if you are interested!
Safety First!
Parents, if you child walks home, please remind them walk on the sidewalk and to avoid your neighbors grass, or climbing up slopes. Also talk to them about being safe on the bridge. We do not want any more reports of students climbing the rails or fence on the bridge.
PTA Is Looking For Volunteers
It is that time of year again - the PTA is looking for volunteers! The PTA Nominating Committee is looking for new people to join next year's Executive Board, as well as head some fun committees and programs! If you are interested in volunteering with the Shoal Creek PTA, contact iottervolunteer@gmail.com.
SCES Calendar Link
Want school information and dates on your calendar? The calendar is displayed on the school website, https://www.powayusd.com/en-US/Schools/ES/SCES/Calendars/School-Calendar. To download and sync the google calendar click on the +Google calendar symbol at the bottom of the calendar.