📣 Families, You’re Invited!
Please join us tonight for our School Advisory Council (SAC) Meeting!
We are excited to welcome Dr. Pierce, who will be sharing important information about the millage and how it supports our schools, students, and staff.
This is a great opportunity to learn more, ask questions, and stay informed about issues that impact our school community.
💙💛 We hope to see our San Mateo families there!
🦁 Where Your Story Begins
📢 Don’t Get Them Confused!
Amendment 3 and the Duval County Public Schools 1-mill referendum are two separate items on the November 3 ballot.
🏫 The 1-mill referendum is a continuation of the millage approved by Duval County voters in 2022. It supports school funding, including teacher pay, as well as arts and athletics.
🏠 Amendment 3 is a proposed change to the Florida Constitution addressing property taxes statewide. The amendment excludes school funding.
Take a look at the graphic for a quick side-by-side comparison and visit www.DuvalSchools.org/Vote for more information about the 1-mill referendum.
Amendment 3 and the Duval County Public Schools 1-mill referendum are two separate items on the November 3 ballot.
🏫 The 1-mill referendum is a continuation of the millage approved by Duval County voters in 2022. It supports school funding, including teacher pay, as well as arts and athletics.
🏠 Amendment 3 is a proposed change to the Florida Constitution addressing property taxes statewide. The amendment excludes school funding.
Take a look at the graphic for a quick side-by-side comparison and visit www.DuvalSchools.org/Vote for more information about the 1-mill referendum.
Dear San Mateo Elementary Families,
We have had an awesome day of learning today, but I wanted to make you aware of a brief security event that caused a temporary interruption to our school day.
Earlier this afternoon, we placed the school on a temporary lockout status to assist staff in locating a student who had left the classroom without authorization. At all times, students and staff remained safe. The lockout helped ensure that hallways remained clear while staff addressed the situation.
Thankfully, the student was safely located, and we are in direct contact with the student's family regarding the situation. While this caused a minor disruption to our day, I always want to keep you informed whenever security measures are implemented to help maintain a safe and secure learning environment for our students and staff.
Thank you for your continued support.
Tammy Boyd
Principal
We have had an awesome day of learning today, but I wanted to make you aware of a brief security event that caused a temporary interruption to our school day.
Earlier this afternoon, we placed the school on a temporary lockout status to assist staff in locating a student who had left the classroom without authorization. At all times, students and staff remained safe. The lockout helped ensure that hallways remained clear while staff addressed the situation.
Thankfully, the student was safely located, and we are in direct contact with the student's family regarding the situation. While this caused a minor disruption to our day, I always want to keep you informed whenever security measures are implemented to help maintain a safe and secure learning environment for our students and staff.
Thank you for your continued support.
Tammy Boyd
Principal
📣 Families, You’re Invited!
Please join us for our upcoming School Advisory Council (SAC) Meeting!
We are excited to welcome Dr. Pierce, who will be sharing important information about the millage and how it supports our schools, students, and staff.
This is a great opportunity to learn more, ask questions, and stay informed about issues that impact our school community.
💙💛 We hope to see our San Mateo families there!
🦁 Where Your Story Begins
Please join us for our upcoming School Advisory Council (SAC) Meeting!
We are excited to welcome Dr. Pierce, who will be sharing important information about the millage and how it supports our schools, students, and staff.
This is a great opportunity to learn more, ask questions, and stay informed about issues that impact our school community.
💙💛 We hope to see our San Mateo families there!
🦁 Where Your Story Begins
🍦🎉 Congratulations to our classes with the highest PTA membership participation! Your incredible support and school spirit earned a sweet reward. We loved celebrating with an ice cream party today! Thank you for helping make our school community stronger. Thank you PTA for this celebration!!
📣 Families, You’re Invited!
Please join us for our upcoming School Advisory Council (SAC) Meeting!
We are excited to welcome Dr. Pierce, who will be sharing important information about the millage and how it supports our schools, students, and staff.
This is a great opportunity to learn more, ask questions, and stay informed about issues that impact our school community.
💙💛 We hope to see our San Mateo families there!
🦁 Where Your Story Begins
Please join us for our upcoming School Advisory Council (SAC) Meeting!
We are excited to welcome Dr. Pierce, who will be sharing important information about the millage and how it supports our schools, students, and staff.
This is a great opportunity to learn more, ask questions, and stay informed about issues that impact our school community.
💙💛 We hope to see our San Mateo families there!
🦁 Where Your Story Begins
📚🦁 **THE BOOK FAIR IS COMING SOON!** 🦁📚
Get ready, SME Lions! Our Book Fair is coming **October 26–30**! 🎉📖
🗓️ **October 26th–October 30th**
⏰ **8:00–10:50 AM**
Students can shop **before school**, and each grade level will also have a **specific shopping time** during the school day for students who are unable to shop before school.
Get ready to discover new books, exciting adventures, and your next favorite story! 💙💛
Set up an e-wallet the easiest way to shop! - https://account.scholastic.com/my-scholastic/profile/ewallet.html?fairID=6221056&sUCN=600045016
📚 **Where Your Story Begins!** 🦁✨
#SMELions #BookFair #WhereYourStoryBegins #LoveToRead
Get ready, SME Lions! Our Book Fair is coming **October 26–30**! 🎉📖
🗓️ **October 26th–October 30th**
⏰ **8:00–10:50 AM**
Students can shop **before school**, and each grade level will also have a **specific shopping time** during the school day for students who are unable to shop before school.
Get ready to discover new books, exciting adventures, and your next favorite story! 💙💛
Set up an e-wallet the easiest way to shop! - https://account.scholastic.com/my-scholastic/profile/ewallet.html?fairID=6221056&sUCN=600045016
📚 **Where Your Story Begins!** 🦁✨
#SMELions #BookFair #WhereYourStoryBegins #LoveToRead
👟🚲 Lace up, SME Lions—it’s time to WALK & ROLL! 🦁💙💛
Join us for National Walk to School Day on Wednesday, October 7th! Whether you walk, bike, or roll, we’re coming together to get active, build a stronger community, and practice safe habits along the way.
Remember: BE SAFE. BE SEEN.
Every Student. Every Trip. Every Day. 💙💛
Join us for National Walk to School Day on Wednesday, October 7th! Whether you walk, bike, or roll, we’re coming together to get active, build a stronger community, and practice safe habits along the way.
Remember: BE SAFE. BE SEEN.
Every Student. Every Trip. Every Day. 💙💛
🗳️💙💛 **Your Voice Matters, Lions!** 🦁
Last Friday was Student Council Voting Day at SME! Our students are learning that leadership starts with using their voice, making thoughtful choices, and supporting their school community. 🌟
We are so proud of all of our candidates for having the courage to step up and lead! 🗳️👏
#SMELions #StudentCouncil #StudentLeadership #YourVoiceMatters #WhereYourStoryBegins
Last Friday was Student Council Voting Day at SME! Our students are learning that leadership starts with using their voice, making thoughtful choices, and supporting their school community. 🌟
We are so proud of all of our candidates for having the courage to step up and lead! 🗳️👏
#SMELions #StudentCouncil #StudentLeadership #YourVoiceMatters #WhereYourStoryBegins
📣 Families, You’re Invited!
Please join us for our upcoming School Advisory Council (SAC) Meeting!
We are excited to welcome Dr. Pierce, who will be sharing important information about the millage and how it supports our schools, students, and staff.
This is a great opportunity to learn more, ask questions, and stay informed about issues that impact our school community.
💙💛 We hope to see our San Mateo families there!
🦁 Where Your Story Begins
Please join us for our upcoming School Advisory Council (SAC) Meeting!
We are excited to welcome Dr. Pierce, who will be sharing important information about the millage and how it supports our schools, students, and staff.
This is a great opportunity to learn more, ask questions, and stay informed about issues that impact our school community.
💙💛 We hope to see our San Mateo families there!
🦁 Where Your Story Begins
🍩💙🦁 Dudes & Donuts was a SWEET success! 💛🍩
We loved welcoming so many dads, grandpas, uncles, brothers, and other special dudes to SME this morning! 💙💛 There’s nothing better than starting the day with donuts, smiles, and quality time with our Lions! 🦁🍩
Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make this morning so special for our students. At SME, Where Your Story Begins, family involvement makes every chapter even better! 📖✨
#DudesAndDonuts #SMELions #WhereYourStoryBegins #FamilyEngagement #LionPride 💙💛
We loved welcoming so many dads, grandpas, uncles, brothers, and other special dudes to SME this morning! 💙💛 There’s nothing better than starting the day with donuts, smiles, and quality time with our Lions! 🦁🍩
Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make this morning so special for our students. At SME, Where Your Story Begins, family involvement makes every chapter even better! 📖✨
#DudesAndDonuts #SMELions #WhereYourStoryBegins #FamilyEngagement #LionPride 💙💛
Award season is approaching and we have an announcement!
🦁🏆 A NEW way to celebrate our SME Lions! 💙💛
This award season, we’re switching things up! Instead of traditional paper certificates, students will receive BRAG TAGS to recognize their hard work, achievements, positive choices, and Lion Pride! 🌟
Students can collect their brag tags throughout the year and proudly show off all the amazing things they’ve accomplished! 🏷️✨
We can’t wait to watch our Lions collect, celebrate, and BRAG about their success! 🦁💙💛
🦁🏆 A NEW way to celebrate our SME Lions! 💙💛
This award season, we’re switching things up! Instead of traditional paper certificates, students will receive BRAG TAGS to recognize their hard work, achievements, positive choices, and Lion Pride! 🌟
Students can collect their brag tags throughout the year and proudly show off all the amazing things they’ve accomplished! 🏷️✨
We can’t wait to watch our Lions collect, celebrate, and BRAG about their success! 🦁💙💛
🍩 Dudes & Donuts is Coming! ☕
Calling all dads, grandpas, uncles, and special male role models! Join us for a fun morning of donuts, coffee, and quality time with your student while learning more about our amazing PTA.
📅 Friday, September 18
⏰ 7:50–8:30 AM
Please RSVP using the link so we can better prepare this event: Dudes & Donuts – Fill out form
Start the day making memories, connecting with other SME families, and seeing how you can make a difference at San Mateo Elementary. We can't wait to see you there! 💙🦁💛
📅 SAVE THE DATE! 💙💛
🍗 SME Family Night at Zaxby’s! 🍗
Join us for a night of food, family, and SME spirit!
📅 Monday, October 5th
⏰ 4:00–8:00 PM
📍 Zaxby’s – 818 Dunn Avenue
Skip cooking for the night and come out to support San Mateo Elementary and see some of your favorite teachers and staff serve your food! 🦁💙💛
Where Your Story Begins!
🍗 SME Family Night at Zaxby’s! 🍗
Join us for a night of food, family, and SME spirit!
📅 Monday, October 5th
⏰ 4:00–8:00 PM
📍 Zaxby’s – 818 Dunn Avenue
Skip cooking for the night and come out to support San Mateo Elementary and see some of your favorite teachers and staff serve your food! 🦁💙💛
Where Your Story Begins!
Approximately 6% of 1-mill funds have been used to enhance athletics programs for students, including:
🏫 12 elementary playgrounds
🏈 10 high school turf fields
🏐 5 high school sand volleyball courts
🎾 5 high school tennis court resurfacings
🥎 4 high school softball batting cages
💪 3 high school girls weightrooms
🏃 8 middle school track resurfacings
📣 6 middle school scoreboards
🏟️ 11 bleacher renovations
All these projects are completed or in progress. These investments help create spaces where students can build teamwork, confidence, leadership skills, and school pride.
Learn more about how the 1 mill supports students by visiting our website. - www.duvalschools.org/vote
🏫 12 elementary playgrounds
🏈 10 high school turf fields
🏐 5 high school sand volleyball courts
🎾 5 high school tennis court resurfacings
🥎 4 high school softball batting cages
💪 3 high school girls weightrooms
🏃 8 middle school track resurfacings
📣 6 middle school scoreboards
🏟️ 11 bleacher renovations
All these projects are completed or in progress. These investments help create spaces where students can build teamwork, confidence, leadership skills, and school pride.
Learn more about how the 1 mill supports students by visiting our website. - www.duvalschools.org/vote
The race for awesome attendance continues! 🏆🦁 Mrs. Smith’s first grade class is currently leading the pack—but every school day is a new chance for your class to move up! Show up, learn, and help your grade reach the top! 💙💛
📣 Families, You’re Invited!
Please join us for our upcoming School Advisory Council (SAC) Meeting!
We are excited to welcome Dr. Pierce, who will be sharing important information about the millage and how it supports our schools, students, and staff.
This is a great opportunity to learn more, ask questions, and stay informed about issues that impact our school community.
💙💛 We hope to see our San Mateo families there!
🦁 Where Your Story Begins
Please join us for our upcoming School Advisory Council (SAC) Meeting!
We are excited to welcome Dr. Pierce, who will be sharing important information about the millage and how it supports our schools, students, and staff.
This is a great opportunity to learn more, ask questions, and stay informed about issues that impact our school community.
💙💛 We hope to see our San Mateo families there!
🦁 Where Your Story Begins
Approximately 6% of 1-mill funds have been used to enhance arts programs for students, including:
🎬 Stage floor and audience seating renovations at 10 schools
🎺 New band uniforms at 10 high schools
💡 Lighting and sound improvements at 44 schools
🎙️ Recording studios at 2 schools
These investments help provide students with more opportunities to create, perform, explore their talents, and grow through the arts.
Learn more about how the 1 mill supports students by visiting our website. – www.duvalschools.org/vote
🎬 Stage floor and audience seating renovations at 10 schools
🎺 New band uniforms at 10 high schools
💡 Lighting and sound improvements at 44 schools
🎙️ Recording studios at 2 schools
These investments help provide students with more opportunities to create, perform, explore their talents, and grow through the arts.
Learn more about how the 1 mill supports students by visiting our website. – www.duvalschools.org/vote
Just a Reminder! Picture Day is Coming!!
Wednesday, September 16
Please see the attached online ordering flyer. Students did receive order forms the week of 9/7.
All student will be photographed as these are also for our Yearbook. For those students that may be absent there will be a retake day on November 17.
Wednesday, September 16
Please see the attached online ordering flyer. Students did receive order forms the week of 9/7.
All student will be photographed as these are also for our Yearbook. For those students that may be absent there will be a retake day on November 17.
🍩 Dudes & Donuts is Coming! ☕
Calling all dads, grandpas, uncles, and special male role models! Join us for a fun morning of donuts, coffee, and quality time with your student while learning more about our amazing PTA.
📅 Friday, September 18
⏰ 7:50–8:30 AM
Please RSVP using the link so we can better prepare this event: Dudes & Donuts – Fill out form
Start the day making memories, connecting with other SME families, and seeing how you can make a difference at San Mateo Elementary. We can't wait to see you there! 💙🦁💛
