📣 The Sabal Sideline Parent Playbook — Sept 22 to Oct 3
We’ve got lots happening at Sabal Palm — here’s what families need to know:
Important Reminders
Fall Festival is coming Oct. 24 from 5–7:30 PM and we need volunteers! First volunteer meeting: Sept. 23 at 3 PM in the Media Center.
No Early Release Days this year — instead, plan for two planning days back-to-back in October (13th & 14th).
Communication: Keep checking Focus and Rooms to stay up to date on grades and events at SPE.
PTA Corner
Upcoming PTA 3rd–5th Grade Dance — Oct. 1, 3–5 PM, MPR ($5)
PTA Boo Bags go on sale Oct. 1 and deliver Oct. 27
Membership Meetings held monthly at 6 PM in the MPR. Join today — only $10 per member!
Click here to join now
Key Dates
9/23 Fall Festival Volunteer Meeting — Volunteers Needed!
9/24 All-Star of the Month Celebration @ 9 AM
9/25 Kona Ice Truck during lunches
9/29 Kids Heart Challenge Kickoff Assemblies
10/1 PTA 3rd–5th Grade Dance — Volunteers Needed!
10/7 Fall Picture Day
Safety Snap Highlights
Review the Student Code of Conduct (Level I, II, III/IV infractions; bus, tech, and bullying rules).
Download and use FortifyFL for anonymous reporting.
Be Safe, Be Seen! Tips for walking, biking, and riding safely to and from school.
Let’s work together to make this season of learning and fun a safe and successful one for all students. 💙💗
Make sure you click the link in the header to see the full Sabal Sideline.
#TeamSPE #AllInAllYear
🎨✨ Sabal Palm 2025–2026 Yearbook Cover Contest! ✨🎨
Calling all Kindergarten–5th grade students—this is your chance to showcase your creativity! 🖌️
📌 Contest Guidelines:
✅ Design must be your own illustration (no digital or clipart)
✅ Must fit on an 8x11 sheet of white copy paper in portrait style
✅ Must include this year’s school theme: “All In – All Year!”
✅ Write your full name, teacher’s name, and grade on the back
🏆 Winners will be featured on the front & back cover of the yearbook!
Other entries may also be showcased inside.
📅 Deadline: September 25
📥 Submit entries to Ms. Hauseman
Let’s see your best designs, Sabal Palm Flamingos! 💖🦩
#SabalPalmElementary #FlamingoPride #AllInAllYear #YearbookContest
Calling all Kindergarten–5th grade students—this is your chance to showcase your creativity! 🖌️
📌 Contest Guidelines:
✅ Design must be your own illustration (no digital or clipart)
✅ Must fit on an 8x11 sheet of white copy paper in portrait style
✅ Must include this year’s school theme: “All In – All Year!”
✅ Write your full name, teacher’s name, and grade on the back
🏆 Winners will be featured on the front & back cover of the yearbook!
Other entries may also be showcased inside.
📅 Deadline: September 25
📥 Submit entries to Ms. Hauseman
Let’s see your best designs, Sabal Palm Flamingos! 💖🦩
#SabalPalmElementary #FlamingoPride #AllInAllYear #YearbookContest
🍧❄️ KONA ICE IS COMING to Sabal Palm Elementary! ❄️🍧
📅 Thursday, September 25
🕥 10:30 AM – 2:00 PM
Students will have the chance to cool off with a refreshing Kona Ice! 🌴☀️
✅ Choose your size: Kiddie, Klassic, King, or a fun Color-Changing cup
✅ Pick your favorite flavor — from Blue Raspberry to Tigers Blood!
Let’s make it a sweet day at Sabal Palm! 💙💗
#SabalPalmElementary #KonaIceDay #SweetTreats
📅 Thursday, September 25
🕥 10:30 AM – 2:00 PM
Students will have the chance to cool off with a refreshing Kona Ice! 🌴☀️
✅ Choose your size: Kiddie, Klassic, King, or a fun Color-Changing cup
✅ Pick your favorite flavor — from Blue Raspberry to Tigers Blood!
Let’s make it a sweet day at Sabal Palm! 💙💗
#SabalPalmElementary #KonaIceDay #SweetTreats
⏰ Reminder, Sabal Palm Families! 🦩💗
We still need YOUR feedback to help us improve SAC & PTA meetings this year! Your voice matters in shaping decisions, planning events, and making meetings more welcoming for all families.
📋 Please take a few minutes today to complete our short survey: http://bit.ly/4mhvajD
Thank you for partnering with us — together we’re ALL IN, ALL YEAR! 💙✨
#SabalPalmElementary #FamilyFeedback #AllInAllYear
We still need YOUR feedback to help us improve SAC & PTA meetings this year! Your voice matters in shaping decisions, planning events, and making meetings more welcoming for all families.
📋 Please take a few minutes today to complete our short survey: http://bit.ly/4mhvajD
Thank you for partnering with us — together we’re ALL IN, ALL YEAR! 💙✨
#SabalPalmElementary #FamilyFeedback #AllInAllYear
✨🪩 LAST CALL! 🪩✨
Tomorrow is the final chance to grab tickets for the K–2 Glow Party Dance! 💕🎶
🎟 Ticket sales close at 9:00 AM sharp – no tickets will be sold at the door!
⚡ Limited spots available – don’t miss out!
📅 Dance is Thursday, 9/18 | 3–5 PM | School Multipurpose Room
🎧 Music, glow sticks, snacks, and tons of fun included!
👉 Get your child’s tickets NOW before sales end tomorrow morning!
Tomorrow is the final chance to grab tickets for the K–2 Glow Party Dance! 💕🎶
🎟 Ticket sales close at 9:00 AM sharp – no tickets will be sold at the door!
⚡ Limited spots available – don’t miss out!
📅 Dance is Thursday, 9/18 | 3–5 PM | School Multipurpose Room
🎧 Music, glow sticks, snacks, and tons of fun included!
👉 Get your child’s tickets NOW before sales end tomorrow morning!
🦷✨ Free Dental Care is Coming to Sabal Palm! ✨🦷
Sabal Palm Elementary is partnering with Smile Programs… the mobile dentists to bring dental care right to our school through the Dental Van! This is a convenient and safe way for your child to receive important preventive dental care without missing school.
✅ Services may include cleanings, fluoride, sealants, and restorative care if needed.
✅ Care is provided by licensed local dentists and hygienists.
✅ Covered by most insurance, including Medicaid/CHIP. For those without insurance, a low-cost self-pay option is available.
📅 Don’t miss this opportunity!
📌 Sign up today ➡️ http://bit.ly/4mhvajD
Let’s keep our Flamingo smiles bright! 💖🦩
Sabal Palm Elementary is partnering with Smile Programs… the mobile dentists to bring dental care right to our school through the Dental Van! This is a convenient and safe way for your child to receive important preventive dental care without missing school.
✅ Services may include cleanings, fluoride, sealants, and restorative care if needed.
✅ Care is provided by licensed local dentists and hygienists.
✅ Covered by most insurance, including Medicaid/CHIP. For those without insurance, a low-cost self-pay option is available.
📅 Don’t miss this opportunity!
📌 Sign up today ➡️ http://bit.ly/4mhvajD
Let’s keep our Flamingo smiles bright! 💖🦩
✨🦩 Get Ready to GLOW, Sabal Palm! 🦩✨
We’re so excited for our upcoming Glow Dance Parties! 💃🕺🎉
⭐ Kindergarten – 2nd Grade
📅 Thursday, September 18th
🕒 3:00 – 5:00 PM (directly after school)
⭐ 3rd – 5th Grade
📅 Wednesday, October 1st
🕒 3:00 – 5:00 PM (directly after school)
🎟️ Tickets: $5 per student (includes admission, glow sticks, snacks & drinks!)
✨ Students must be picked up at 5 PM by someone listed on their pick-up information.
K-2nd Grade Glow Dance Party Ticket Link: https://pci.jotform.com/form/252394042284153
3rd-5th Grade Glow Dance Party Ticket Link: https://pci.jotform.com/form/252454859118162
👩👩👧👦 Volunteers Needed!!!!
To help chaperone the Glow Dance Parties.
K-2nd Grade Glow Dance Party Volunteer Sign Up Genius Link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E49A8A62BABFDC25-58408945-spek2nd#/
3rd-5th Grade Glow Dance Party Volunteer Sign Up Genius Link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E49A8A62BABFDC25-58409752-spe3rd5th#/
Additional Volunteers NEEDED for Hearing & Vision Screening on 9/18! Sign Up Genius Link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E49A8A62BABFDC25-58579242-spehearing#/
We can’t wait to see our Fantastic Flamingos GLOW! 💡💖
We’re so excited for our upcoming Glow Dance Parties! 💃🕺🎉
⭐ Kindergarten – 2nd Grade
📅 Thursday, September 18th
🕒 3:00 – 5:00 PM (directly after school)
⭐ 3rd – 5th Grade
📅 Wednesday, October 1st
🕒 3:00 – 5:00 PM (directly after school)
🎟️ Tickets: $5 per student (includes admission, glow sticks, snacks & drinks!)
✨ Students must be picked up at 5 PM by someone listed on their pick-up information.
K-2nd Grade Glow Dance Party Ticket Link: https://pci.jotform.com/form/252394042284153
3rd-5th Grade Glow Dance Party Ticket Link: https://pci.jotform.com/form/252454859118162
👩👩👧👦 Volunteers Needed!!!!
To help chaperone the Glow Dance Parties.
K-2nd Grade Glow Dance Party Volunteer Sign Up Genius Link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E49A8A62BABFDC25-58408945-spek2nd#/
3rd-5th Grade Glow Dance Party Volunteer Sign Up Genius Link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E49A8A62BABFDC25-58409752-spe3rd5th#/
Additional Volunteers NEEDED for Hearing & Vision Screening on 9/18! Sign Up Genius Link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E49A8A62BABFDC25-58579242-spehearing#/
We can’t wait to see our Fantastic Flamingos GLOW! 💡💖
📣 We Need Your Feedback! 🦩✨
Sabal Palm Elementary values strong family and community partnerships. Our School Advisory Council (SAC) and Parent Teacher Association (PTA) help shape important decisions about our school — from budgets and staffing priorities to programs and celebrations for our students.
We want to make these meetings more welcoming, accessible, and meaningful for all families. 💗 That’s where YOU come in!
👉 Please take a few minutes to complete our short survey. Your feedback will guide how we plan SAC & PTA meetings moving forward.
📋 Survey Link: http://bit.ly/4mhvajD
Thank you for partnering with us to make Sabal Palm the best it can be! 💙💗
#SabalPalmElementary #FamilyFeedback #AllInAllYear
Sabal Palm Elementary values strong family and community partnerships. Our School Advisory Council (SAC) and Parent Teacher Association (PTA) help shape important decisions about our school — from budgets and staffing priorities to programs and celebrations for our students.
We want to make these meetings more welcoming, accessible, and meaningful for all families. 💗 That’s where YOU come in!
👉 Please take a few minutes to complete our short survey. Your feedback will guide how we plan SAC & PTA meetings moving forward.
📋 Survey Link: http://bit.ly/4mhvajD
Thank you for partnering with us to make Sabal Palm the best it can be! 💙💗
#SabalPalmElementary #FamilyFeedback #AllInAllYear
📢 Reminder Families!
Our Flu Vaccine Clinic is happening on Tuesday, September 16th here at Sabal Palm Elementary. 🩺💉
✅ Please make sure to turn in your consent forms so your child can participate.
✅ Forms must be submitted before clinic day.
Thank you for helping us keep our Flamingo Family healthy this season! 💙💗
#FluClinic #HealthyStudents #SabalPalmElementary
Our Flu Vaccine Clinic is happening on Tuesday, September 16th here at Sabal Palm Elementary. 🩺💉
✅ Please make sure to turn in your consent forms so your child can participate.
✅ Forms must be submitted before clinic day.
Thank you for helping us keep our Flamingo Family healthy this season! 💙💗
#FluClinic #HealthyStudents #SabalPalmElementary
📣 We Need Your Input! 📣
Sabal Palm families and community members — your voice matters! Our School Advisory Council (SAC) and Parent Teacher Association (PTA) play a vital role in shaping decisions about our school, including budget priorities, staffing needs, and new programs. We’re looking at ways to make these meetings more accessible, including holding SAC and PTA meetings together and adding student grade-level performances to celebrate our students throughout the year.
Please take a quick moment to complete our short survey — your feedback will help us plan meeting times, topics, and supports so more families can participate.
👉 https://forms.office.com/r/e80XCqdn28
Together, we can strengthen our partnerships and make every meeting count for our students and our school community! 💗🦩 #TeamSPE #HWPO #AllInAllYear
Sabal Palm families and community members — your voice matters! Our School Advisory Council (SAC) and Parent Teacher Association (PTA) play a vital role in shaping decisions about our school, including budget priorities, staffing needs, and new programs. We’re looking at ways to make these meetings more accessible, including holding SAC and PTA meetings together and adding student grade-level performances to celebrate our students throughout the year.
Please take a quick moment to complete our short survey — your feedback will help us plan meeting times, topics, and supports so more families can participate.
👉 https://forms.office.com/r/e80XCqdn28
Together, we can strengthen our partnerships and make every meeting count for our students and our school community! 💗🦩 #TeamSPE #HWPO #AllInAllYear
🥞 Pancakes with the Principal – Updated Dates! 🥞
Team Sabal, we’re excited to celebrate our students’ hard work, growth, and goal-setting with Pancakes with the Principal this year! 🎉
📅 Updated Celebration Dates:
❌ September 16 – Cancelled
✅ November 14
✅ January 27
✅ March 31
✅ May 27
💡 Each round, students can earn an invitation by meeting 3 out of 4 success criteria — things like setting and tracking goals, maintaining strong attendance, showing growth in reading or math, and demonstrating progress in their data notebooks.
📍 Where: SPE Café
🕐 When: During scheduled lunch periods
⚠️ Important: Students should still bring their regular lunch — pancakes are a celebratory snack!
Thank you for your understanding as we shift our first celebration date — we can’t wait to kick off Pancakes with the Principal on November 14! 💗🦩
#SabalPalmElementary #PancakesWithThePrincipal #FlamingoPride #AllInAllYear #TeamSPE #HWPO
Team Sabal, we’re excited to celebrate our students’ hard work, growth, and goal-setting with Pancakes with the Principal this year! 🎉
📅 Updated Celebration Dates:
❌ September 16 – Cancelled
✅ November 14
✅ January 27
✅ March 31
✅ May 27
💡 Each round, students can earn an invitation by meeting 3 out of 4 success criteria — things like setting and tracking goals, maintaining strong attendance, showing growth in reading or math, and demonstrating progress in their data notebooks.
📍 Where: SPE Café
🕐 When: During scheduled lunch periods
⚠️ Important: Students should still bring their regular lunch — pancakes are a celebratory snack!
Thank you for your understanding as we shift our first celebration date — we can’t wait to kick off Pancakes with the Principal on November 14! 💗🦩
#SabalPalmElementary #PancakesWithThePrincipal #FlamingoPride #AllInAllYear #TeamSPE #HWPO
🥞✨ Pancakes with the Principal ✨🥞
At Sabal Palm Elementary, we love celebrating effort, growth, and teamwork! Students can earn an invitation to enjoy pancakes with the principal by meeting 2 success criteria, such as:
✅ Goal-setting in their data notebooks
✅ Strong attendance
✅ Growth in reading or math progress
✅ Improved effort and teamwork
📅 Celebration Dates:
September 16
November 19
January 13
March 26
May 14
📍 Where: SPE Media Center
⏰ When: During scheduled lunch periods
✨ Pancakes are a celebratory snack, but students must still bring their regular lunch.
We can’t wait to celebrate our amazing Flamingos who are ALL IN, ALL YEAR! 🦩💗💚
#SabalPalmElementary #PancakesWithThePrincipal #FlamingoPride #AllInAllYear
At Sabal Palm Elementary, we love celebrating effort, growth, and teamwork! Students can earn an invitation to enjoy pancakes with the principal by meeting 2 success criteria, such as:
✅ Goal-setting in their data notebooks
✅ Strong attendance
✅ Growth in reading or math progress
✅ Improved effort and teamwork
📅 Celebration Dates:
September 16
November 19
January 13
March 26
May 14
📍 Where: SPE Media Center
⏰ When: During scheduled lunch periods
✨ Pancakes are a celebratory snack, but students must still bring their regular lunch.
We can’t wait to celebrate our amazing Flamingos who are ALL IN, ALL YEAR! 🦩💗💚
#SabalPalmElementary #PancakesWithThePrincipal #FlamingoPride #AllInAllYear
📣 The Sabal Sideline: Parent Playbook (Sept 8–19 Edition) 📣
Team Sabal, your Parent Playbook is here — the quick guide you need for the next two weeks!
Inside this edition you’ll find:
✅ Testing season reminders (FAST & iReady)
✅ School meals update & payment links
✅ Pancakes with the Principal (9/16) 🎉
✅ PTA Corner: upcoming dances & membership info
✅ Key upcoming dates
✅ Safety Snap
✅ Quick contact list + district calendar
📥 View 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
Team Sabal, your Parent Playbook is here — the quick guide you need for the next two weeks!
Inside this edition you’ll find:
✅ Testing season reminders (FAST & iReady)
✅ School meals update & payment links
✅ Pancakes with the Principal (9/16) 🎉
✅ PTA Corner: upcoming dances & membership info
✅ Key upcoming dates
✅ Safety Snap
✅ Quick contact list + district calendar
📥 View 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
🌟💗 TONIGHT is Grandparents Night! 💗🌟
Join us as we celebrate Grandparents Day with a fun-filled evening at Sabal Palm Elementary! 🦩
📅 Monday, September 8
🕔 5:00–7:00 PM
📍 Multipurpose Room & Cafeteria
✨ Enjoy exciting games, activities, and unforgettable family memories together. Bring the whole family for laughter, fun, and celebration!
We can’t wait to see our amazing grandparents and families tonight! 💚💗
#SabalPalmElementary #GrandparentsNight #FamilyFun #AllInAllYear
Join us as we celebrate Grandparents Day with a fun-filled evening at Sabal Palm Elementary! 🦩
📅 Monday, September 8
🕔 5:00–7:00 PM
📍 Multipurpose Room & Cafeteria
✨ Enjoy exciting games, activities, and unforgettable family memories together. Bring the whole family for laughter, fun, and celebration!
We can’t wait to see our amazing grandparents and families tonight! 💚💗
#SabalPalmElementary #GrandparentsNight #FamilyFun #AllInAllYear
📣 Sabal Palm Families – Our September Newsletter is here! 🦩✨
Inside you’ll find:
✅ Character Trait Focus: Responsibility
✅ Upcoming events – Pancakes w/ Principal, Grandparents Night, PTA Dances, STEM Night & more
✅ NEW Bi-Weekly Parent Playbook info
✅ Arrival/dismissal reminders & updated lunch info
✅ Volunteer, bus, and student ID updates
Check it out here 👉 https://secure.smore.com/n/d1fym
#TeamSabal #AllInAllYear #FlamingoFamily
Inside you’ll find:
✅ Character Trait Focus: Responsibility
✅ Upcoming events – Pancakes w/ Principal, Grandparents Night, PTA Dances, STEM Night & more
✅ NEW Bi-Weekly Parent Playbook info
✅ Arrival/dismissal reminders & updated lunch info
✅ Volunteer, bus, and student ID updates
Check it out here 👉 https://secure.smore.com/n/d1fym
#TeamSabal #AllInAllYear #FlamingoFamily
Join us for Grandparents Night at Sabal Palm Elementary 💕
📅 Monday, September 8th
⏰ 5:00 – 7:00 PM
Bring your grandparents (or a special loved one!) for an evening filled with games, activities, and fun. This is a wonderful opportunity for families to make memories together and celebrate the amazing role grandparents play in our lives. 💖
We can’t wait to see our Sabal Palm families there! 🦩🌴
📅 Monday, September 8th
⏰ 5:00 – 7:00 PM
Bring your grandparents (or a special loved one!) for an evening filled with games, activities, and fun. This is a wonderful opportunity for families to make memories together and celebrate the amazing role grandparents play in our lives. 💖
We can’t wait to see our Sabal Palm families there! 🦩🌴
Reminder! There is no school Monday, September 1st, in honor of Labor day! Have a great 3 day weekend flamingos! #AllInAllYear
Family Safety Reminder
At Sabal Palm, the safety of our students and staff is always our top priority. To help us maintain a secure environment, please keep the following procedures in mind when visiting our campus:
Bring your photo ID – All visitors must present a valid ID to enter the building. No pictures of your ID will be accepted.
Front Office Greeting – When you arrive, you will be greeted by our staff and asked how we can assist you.
ID Verification Before Entry – You will be asked to show your ID to the front office camera before being buzzed inside.
Plan Ahead – Please allow extra time when visiting, especially for campus-wide events, as ID checks may take longer with a higher volume of visitors.
We thank you in advance for your cooperation and partnership in keeping our Flamingo Family safe and secure. 💗🦩
📣 The Sabal Sideline: Parent Playbook (Aug 25–Sept 5 Edition) 📣
Team Sabal, we’re keeping the year moving strong with your Parent Playbook — the quick guide you need for the next two weeks!
Inside this edition you’ll find:
✅ Arrival & dismissal reminders
✅ School meals and safety procedures
✅ Key contact numbers for fast reference
✅ Upcoming events and important dates
✅ Volunteer clearance and information
✅ The 2025–26 DCPS District Calendar
📥 View the Parent Playbook here: https://www.canva.com/design/DAGv-BUPNEY/Aw_NdDPJZsHR7AyLcKc2tQ/view?utm_content=DAGv-BUPNEY&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=h3a177f6888
Team Sabal, we’re keeping the year moving strong with your Parent Playbook — the quick guide you need for the next two weeks!
Inside this edition you’ll find:
✅ Arrival & dismissal reminders
✅ School meals and safety procedures
✅ Key contact numbers for fast reference
✅ Upcoming events and important dates
✅ Volunteer clearance and information
✅ The 2025–26 DCPS District Calendar
📥 View the Parent Playbook here: https://www.canva.com/design/DAGv-BUPNEY/Aw_NdDPJZsHR7AyLcKc2tQ/view?utm_content=DAGv-BUPNEY&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=h3a177f6888
🏫✨ Sabal Palm Elementary Open House ✨🏫
We can’t wait to welcome our families to Open House! 🦩💚💗
📅 September 4th @ 5:00 PM
➡️ Grades K, 2, 4 & ALL CSS/PI Classes
🕔 Session 1: 5:00–5:30
🕠 Session 2: 5:30–6:00
📅 September 11th @ 5:00 PM
➡️ Grades 1, 3, 5
🕔 Session 1: 5:00–5:30
🕠 Session 2: 5:30–6:00
📌 Extended Day families: Please sign out your child BEFORE Open House.
We look forward to seeing you there and sharing all the amazing things happening this school year! 🌟
#SabalPalmElementary #OpenHouse #FlamingoPride #AllInAllYear
We can’t wait to welcome our families to Open House! 🦩💚💗
📅 September 4th @ 5:00 PM
➡️ Grades K, 2, 4 & ALL CSS/PI Classes
🕔 Session 1: 5:00–5:30
🕠 Session 2: 5:30–6:00
📅 September 11th @ 5:00 PM
➡️ Grades 1, 3, 5
🕔 Session 1: 5:00–5:30
🕠 Session 2: 5:30–6:00
📌 Extended Day families: Please sign out your child BEFORE Open House.
We look forward to seeing you there and sharing all the amazing things happening this school year! 🌟
#SabalPalmElementary #OpenHouse #FlamingoPride #AllInAllYear
