📚🎉 Tomorrow is our Literacy Character Day Parade! 🎉📚
We can’t wait to see our Sabal Palm students bring their favorite book characters to life as we celebrate our love of reading! 💛✨
🗓 Friday, October 31, 2025 at 9:15AM
📍 Sabal Palm Elementary
👕 Students:
Dress up as your favorite book character and bring the book that inspired your costume! Remember — costumes must follow school dress code (no masks, weapons, or scary/inflatable costumes).
👨👩👧 Families:
You’re invited to come watch the parade!
🚗 Parking:
Primary parking: Ashley Melisse parking lot (gates will stay closed until the parade ends).
Need to leave early? Park in the Parent Lot (Flamingo Forest) off Kernan Blvd.
It’s going to be a fun, school-wide celebration of stories, creativity, and literacy! 📖❤️
#SabalPalmElementary #LiteracyParade #BookCharacterDay #WeLoveReading

Join us for a spooky-sweet evening of books, authors, and games at Sabal Palm Elementary! 🎃✨
🗓 Wednesday, October 29, 2025
🕔 5:00–7:00 PM
📍 Sabal Palm Media Center
Come pick out new books, meet local authors, and play fun games — it’s the perfect family night out! 💜🍂
💵 Set up your child’s eWallet for easy shopping:
👉 https://www.scholastic.com/bf/sabalpalmelementaryschool1
We can’t wait to see you there for a night full of fun, reading, and fall spirit! 🍁✨
#SabalPalmElementary #BookFair #FamilyNight #SpookySweetReads #ScholasticBookFair

It’s time to stock up on your favorite stories, discover new adventures, and share the joy of reading! 💛
🗓️ Book Fair Dates: All this week
📍 Location: Sabal Palm Media Center
🕗 Open: During school hours and select times after school
🌙 Family Night: Join us Wednesday from 5:00–7:00 PM to shop, meet local authors, and enjoy fun activities together!
💵 Payment Options: Cash, card, or set up an eWallet for worry-free, cash-free shopping!
👉 https://www.scholastic.com/bf/sabalpalmelementaryschool1
Let’s make this week a celebration of books, imagination, and family fun! 📖💫
#SabalPalmElementary #BookFair #ReadMoreBooks #FamilyNight #ScholasticBookFair

Join us October 27–31 as we celebrate our commitment to a safe, supportive, and drug-free school community! Each day has a fun theme — show your spirit and stand strong against drugs! 💪
👕 Monday: Red-y To Say No To Drugs – Wear RED
🧦 Tuesday: It’s Crazy to Do Drugs – Wear crazy/silly socks
🕶 Wednesday: Too Bright for Drugs – Wear neon & sunglasses
🏈 Thursday: Team Up Against Drugs – Wear your favorite sports team gear
📚👻 Friday: Say Boo to Drugs – Dress up as your favorite book character for Character Parade Day!
Let’s show our school pride and make this the most spirited Red Ribbon Week yet! ❤️✨
#SabalPalmElementary #RedRibbonWeek #DrugFreeLooksLikeMe #SchoolSpirit

Our Fall Festival is finally here — and we can’t wait to celebrate with you tonight! 🌟
📅 Friday, October 24
🕔 5:00–7:30 PM
📍 Sabal Palm Elementary
Parking Information:
🚗 Families may park at:
Flamingo Forest
The Kingdom Hall (across Ashley Melisse)
Front of the school facing Kernan Blvd and CSS Parking Area
Come enjoy an evening full of Trunk-or-Treat, games, bounce houses, food trucks, music, and family fun! 🎪✨
We can’t wait to spend this special night together with our amazing Sabal Palm community! 💚🦩
#SabalPalmElementary #FallFestival #CommunityFun #TrunkOrTreat #SabalPalmPride #AllnAllYear


Our Fall Festival is TOMORROW — Friday, October 24 from 5:00–7:30 PM! 🍁✨
We’re putting the finishing touches on an amazing night filled with Trunk-or-Treat, bounce houses, vendors, food trucks, games, and music — but we still need several helpers to make it a success! 🙌
💪 We need:
• A few more volunteers to help with setup, games, run bounce houses and cleanup.
Adult Volunteers: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E49A8A62BABFDC25-59613134-fall
• High School / Teen Volunteers (earn service hours!): https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E49A8A62BABFDC25-59614155-fall
• Candy donations 🍭 — please drop off bags in the front office by tomorrow morning or send in with your children!
Your support makes all the difference and helps make this a fun, safe, and memorable night for our students and families! ❤️
Thank you for always showing up for our Sabal Palm community — we can’t wait to celebrate with you! 🎃🌟
#SabalPalmElementary #FallFestival #TrunkOrTreat #Volunteer #CommunityStrong

🎉 It’s Time to Show Your Sabal Palm Spirit! 🎉
We’re excited to kick off Grade Level Spirit Shirt orders! Each grade has chosen their own special color to represent their team pride and we can’t wait to see our halls filled with Sabal Palm spirit! 🌟
🩵 Kindergarten: Sapphire (Teal)
💗 1st Grade: Sangria (Pink)
🖤 2nd Grade: Black
💚 3rd Grade: Kelly (Green)
💙 4th Grade: Royal Blue
💜 5th Grade: Purple
👕 You can order T-shirts, long sleeves, sweatshirts, hoodies, and crewnecks — perfect for spirit days, field trips, and special school events! Be sure to order the correct color for the grade level you are representing!
Parents, you’re invited to join in on the fun too! Let’s show off that Sabal Palm pride together! 🙌
🛍️ Order here: https://spesmerch.itemorder.com/shop/home/
#SabalPalmStrong #SabalPalmSpirit #TeamColors #GoPalms #AllInAllYear

Get ready to stock up on your favorite books and discover new adventures — the Book Fair is almost here! 🎉
📖 Preview Day: Monday, October 27
🛍️ Shopping Dates: Tuesday, October 28 – Friday, October 31
🕗 Times: 8:00 AM – 2:35 PM (before school and during resource classes)
📍 Location: Media Center
✨ Family Night: Wednesday, October 27 from 5:00–7:00 PM
Join us for an evening of fun — meet local authors, shop the fair, and enjoy family-friendly activities!
💵 Payment options: cash, credit card, or eWallet
Visit our Book Fair homepage to learn more and set up eWallet for easy, cash-free shopping:
👉 https://www.scholastic.com/bf/sabalpalmelementaryschool1
The PTA is also looking for volunteers — if you’d like to help, reach out today! 🙌
We need adult volunteers to help students browse, choose their books, and check out during their class visits. 🦩✨
👉 https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E49A8A62BABFDC25-59451140-spebook
#SabalPalmElementary #BookFair #ReadMoreBooks #FamilyNight #PTA #LiteracyFun


Sabal Palm is packed with events and celebrations to close out October! 🦩🍂
Inside this edition you’ll find:
✅ Final Fall Festival reminders and volunteer info
✅ Red Ribbon Spirit Week & Book Fair details
✅ Key dates like Literacy Night, Dental Visits, and the Character Parade
✅ Safety tips for playground, classroom, and digital citizenship
📲 Read the full edition of the Parent Playbook here: https://www.canva.com/design/DAGv-BUPNEY/POZ-r49cWTaibGtCIC9kiw/view?utm_content=DAGv-BUPNEY&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=h9c079a4531
Let’s finish October strong, celebrate our students, and keep our school safe and connected.
#TeamSPE #AllInAllYear


Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity for your child to receive professional dental care right here at school — including cleanings, exams, and more!
🗓 Date: Wednesday, October 29
📍 Location: Sabal Palm Elementary
If you haven’t signed up yet, there’s still time! Complete the quick and easy online enrollment form below:
👉 https://www.myschooldentist.com/36103_schsrm
Let’s keep those smiles bright and healthy! 😁💙
#SabalPalmElementary #BigSmiles #HealthySmiles #StudentWellness

Survey and preview of questions available at www.duvalschools.org/survey

Kids Heart Challenge is coming to a close next week. Thank you for your efforts in helping to change and save lives. Many students and families already completed Finn’s Mission, but we need your help to reach our goal. Sign up under our school http://www2.heart.org/goto/SabalPalm today.
We have over 100 of our families registered for our team! Signing up is completely free and remember that if 50% of our families sign up online our school will earn an additional $500 gift certificate for fitness and well-being equipment to support the health of our school community.
We know our school can do this!
1. Sign Up: http://www2.heart.org/goto/SabalPalm and download the free “AHA Schools” app.
2. Raise funds to help kids with special hearts.
3. Complete Finn’s Mission: Complete all 7 steps, learn Hands-Only CPR, and be entered to win two Super Bowl LXI tickets in 2027! Thank you to the 7 families who have already completed. We have 12 students with only a few steps left before completing and earning your CAPE!
Donations are due on 10/24/2025 and if we reach our school goal I will get PIED (we are over 77% to our goal!)

Sabal Palm Elementary’s Fall Festival is happening Friday, October 24, from 5:00–7:30 PM!
We’re gearing up for a fun-filled evening of Trunk-or-Treat, games, food trucks, vendors, and more — and we need your help to make it happen! 🙌
💪 Volunteer Sign-Ups
Help us make the night amazing!
• Adult Volunteers: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E49A8A62BABFDC25-59613134-fall
• High School / Teen Volunteers (earn service hours!): https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E49A8A62BABFDC25-59614155-fall
🎪 Donations, Trunks & Vendors
Get involved and add to the fun!
• Donate Candy: Drop bags off in the front office or order from our Amazon Wishlist → https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/M8BTZW95RYIG?ref_=wl_share 🍬
• Host a Trunk (Trunk-or-Treat): https://form.jotform.com/252367487383166 🚗
• Be a Vendor (crafts, small business, or side hustle): https://pci.jotform.com/form/252367978945175🎨
• Questions or to help with setup: Email us at fantasticflamingopta@gmail.com
This event can’t happen without our amazing Sabal Palm families and community! Thank you for helping us create a night full of fun, laughter, and memories!
#SabalPalmElementary #FallFestival #TrunkOrTreat #Volunteer #CommunityStrong #AllInAllYear

🌴 Volunteers Needed This Week! 🌴
Our Fantastic Flamingos have two fun events coming up, and we could use your help!
🍧 Kona Ice – Thursday, October 16th (10:30 AM – 2:00 PM)
Kona Ice will be back on campus! We need adult volunteers to help students choose their flavors and be escorted safely back to the cafeteria.
🎉 Positive Behavior Celebration – Friday, October 17th (8:00 AM – 3:00 PM)
Come out and help us celebrate our students who have shown Respect, Kindness, and Responsibility over the first nine weeks!
Please review our volunteer sign-up links below to see if you’re available and sign up to support our students:
👉 Kona Ice - https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E49A8A62BABFDC25-59446442-kona
Positive Behavior Celebration - https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E49A8A62BABFDC25-59447379-q1pbis
Thank you for helping make these events special for our students — we couldn’t do it without you! 💕
Our Fall Festival is coming up on Friday, October 24th, and we’re looking for amazing volunteers to make it a night to remember! 🎃
If you can help with games, setup, cleanup, or any part of the event — we’d love to have you on our team. 💪
Sign up today and be part of the fun! 🍁
• Donate candy 🍬 Drop bags off in the front office or Amazon Wishlist; https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/M8BTZW95RYIG?ref_=wl_share
• Host a trunk for Trunk-or-Treat 🚗 Sign up link: https://form.jotform.com/252367487383166
• Sign up as a vendor 🎪 do you have a craft, small business, or side hustle you’d like to showcase? Sign up link: https://pci.jotform.com/form/252367978945175
• Volunteer to help set up (great for high school students who need hours!) 💪 Reach out to us at fantasticflamingopta@gmail.com
Let’s make this year’s Fall Festival the best one yet! ❤️🦉 #SabalPalmStrong #FallFestival #VolunteerSpirit

Survey and preview of questions available at www.duvalschools.org/survey

There will be NO SCHOOL on Monday, October 13 and Tuesday, October 14. Enjoy the long weekend with your family — we’ll see everyone back on Wednesday, October 15, ready to learn and grow! 💚📚
#SabalPalmElementary #NoSchool #LongWeekend #FamilyTime

Learn Hands-Only CPR by completing Finn’s Mission and be prepared to save a life. Can we get to 100 students signed up online before the weekend??
Join Rescue and sign up at http://www2.heart.org/goto/SabalPalm to get started. Together, we’re building a community of lifesavers!

Get ready to cool off with your favorite shaved ice flavors on Thursday, October 16th from 10:30 AM – 2:00 PM! 😋
Students can choose their size and flavor — from Tiger’s Blood and Blue Raspberry to Ninja Cherry and Piña Colada! 🌈
It’s the perfect treat to brighten up the day — we can’t wait to see those smiling faces enjoying Kona Ice! 💙
#SabalPalmElementary #KonaIceDay #CoolTreats #SweetSmiles

