Panda Families,
Please see a few announcements and February happenings below:
WEEK AT A GLANCE
Monday, Feb 24 – Girls Who Code Club Launching for 3rd Grade Students
We are thrilled to announce the launch of our Girls Who Code Club for 3rd-grade female students! This exciting after-school club will provide a fun, interactive space for students to explore the world of coding. The club will focus not only on coding skills but also on building confidence, fostering social-emotional development, and making a positive impact on the community.
Starting Monday, February 24th, the club will meet every Monday from 3:15 to 4:15 p.m.. There are only 15 spots available. First come, first serve.
Please note: Students must have a completed and signed permission slip to participate. No exceptions will be made. If you have any questions, feel free to contact Ms. Sainvil at sainvilw@duvalschools.org.
We can’t wait to see your child join us for a fun-filled journey of learning and growth!
Tuesday, Feb 25 – Check your student’s Tuesday Folder! Art Club & Pearls of Perfection 3:15 – 4:15. District Testing Begins! It’s very important that your children are on time and present for their tests.
Wednesday, Feb 26 - Early Release – Dismissal Begins at 1pm! Celebrating Student Attendance w/ our “ATTEND”-dance. Classroom Champions Serve Day.
Thursday, Feb 27 – Drama Club 3:15 – 4:15
Become a Daisy Girl Scout! San Jose is starting a Girl Scout Troup for K & 1st graders. Please reserve a spot below if you are interested in learning more about how your daughter can join! Girl Scout Daisies, Unicorn Party at San Jose! Tickets, Thu, Feb 27, 2025 at 6:00 PM | Eventbrite
Calling Kindergarten & 1st grade girls & their families: Become a Daisy Girl Scout & Join Us at a Unicorn Party
What makes a unicorn, a unicorn? They’re unique, just like Girl Scouts! Join us to discover what makes you magical at an upcoming Girl Scout Unicorn Party.
Event Highlights:
Make and trade Unicorn crafts.
Meet new friends & play games.
Learn how you can join the Girl Scouts and start your adventure.
This event is for non-Girl Scouts and their parents. If you are curious about Girl Scouts, this event is perfect for you!
Don't miss out on this chance to be part of something amazing. We can't wait to see you there!
RSVP Now!
Friday, Feb 28 - Panda Store at Dismissal – Everything is $ 1 Data & Donuts – Some of our 3rd – 5th families will be invited to attend a meeting where their child will lead a conversation around their academic goals and progress. Loved One Dance @ 5:30 – 7:00pm.
UPCOMING EVENTS
3/5 – Class Picture Day! Posting Window opens for Quarter 3 Report Card Grades.
3/14– World of Nations Celebration! Dress up to represent your culture!
3/15-3/23 Spring Break! No School - See below how you can ensure your child gets food over the break.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Family Engagement & Parent Academy
Family Engagement’s Parent Academy program offers webinars in the areas of student achievement, parenting & advocacy, and personal and individual growth. These webinars are free and designed for you and the families you serve. To view the full spring 2025 catalog and register for webinars, visit duvalschools.org/ParentAcademy and select the digital catalog.
If you have any questions, please email FamilyEngagment@duvalschools.org.
5th Grade Families!
Spring Break Meal Bags Available for DCPS Families: Sign Up Today!
As Spring Break approaches, we want to ensure that every student has access to the meals they need during the holiday. Thanks to the generous efforts of Feed Our Scholars, DCPS families are invited to sign up for free Spring Break meal bags, which will provide food to children in need.
We are excited to offer this opportunity to support our community, and we encourage all parents and guardians to take advantage of this valuable resource.
How to Request a Meal Bag:
To request a meal bag for your child, simply visit the link provided: https://bit.ly/getafoodbag. The deadline for submitting requests is March 3rd, and meal bags will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis until all bags are claimed. Please note that we aim to feed 1000 students, so we encourage you to sign up as soon as possible.
Panda Store Donations Needed! - Please support our Panda Store. We are encouraging families to send in donations of chips, juices, popsicles, and individually wrapped candy to help raise funds for our schoolwide incentives this year. All donations can be brought to the front office or sent in with your student labeled Panda Store Donations. We appreciate your support!