The Weekly Update 5/29/2026

The Tawanka Flag Photo went off without a hitch! Stay tuned for Monday to see the results. We'll leave you with a little teaser of the amazing photo yet to come.

Our newest in-school fundraiser kicks off June 2nd. We are raising money for Learning Beyond the Classroom to benefit our students at Tawanka Elementary School. Sign up by June 1st and be entered in a drawing to win a Gift Card, just for creating a parent account! See the flyer below for more information.

The last three days of school, June 10th, 11th, and 12th, are half days. Lunches for the half days will be “grab and go”. If you wish for your child to receive one of these "grab and go" lunches please fill out the Google Form linked below. Because there are multiple days, we have included all 3 days on the same form to stay organized and consistent. The order forms must be submitted no later than Monday, June 8th at 9am so the café teams have time to prepare. Lunches will be made to order based on the form.

SO Fun City brought their SO Lit Gameshow to Tawanka last week. During the assembly, students participated in literacy themed games and challenges and competed to earn money to donate to Ronald McDonald House.

Keep young minds growing this summer! To help prevent the “Summer Slide,” Neshaminy School District encourages all students entering grades 1-4 this coming fall, to read at least 15 minutes a day. In June, students will receive access to the Summer Reading Canvas Course and a reading tracker. Families can explore book lists, resources, and the Summer Reading Challenge online, including free eBooks through Sora. Students who return their completed reading tracker in September will be invited to a special reading celebration. Happy reading and have a safe, relaxing summer!

View Neshaminy's Summer Reading Informational Video for more information.

The winners of the Tawanka Bowl played the Tawanka Staff Tuesday during recess. The staff won 8-6!

Note from the nurse:

The hot weather is approaching fast! Please send your child with a water bottle and remind them to drink throughout the day. They will be going out to recess unless a heat advisory has been issued.

Second grade parents, you should have received a letter in the mail with a dental form needed next year for third grade. Dental exams after September 1, 2025 are acceptable to fulfill this requirement. Forms can be sent to school with your child, faxed (215-809-6353) or emailed to any nurse, this year or in the fall. Please reach out if you have any questions.

End of year medication pick up-if your child takes medication at school you will receive a letter via back pack with instructions for pick up… look for that later this week.

The 1st grade patriotic performance will be June 9th at 7:00 pm in the Tawanka Cafeteria.

Ms. Petsis and Ms. Mortimer were invited to join their students, Seth Rothman, and Safiya Saidmurodova, at their Karate class this week! The students showed their teachers how hard they have been working both on and off the karate mats this school year! The class was led by second grade teacher, Mrs. Carnila. What a cool way to bring our community together!

Mrs. Atwater's class showing off some patriotic pride!

Congratulations to these readers in Mrs. Atwater’s class who completed the 100 Book Challenge!

Mrs. Ross' class enjoyed learning about the life cycle of a butterfly. They observed each stage-caterpillar, chrysalis, and butterfly-and were excited to watch the transformation unfold. As a culminating activity, the students had fun watching the butterflies being released.

Review of our Science unit "Forces and Motion" came into action today. Great Fun!

Ms. Sylvester's class participating in "O"rigami day as part of the ABC day countdown to the end of the school year.

4th grade move up day is June 8th at 7:00 pm in the Tawanka Cafeteria.

Students in 3rd and 4th grade have been working on circle song activities!

Tawanka students are getting some sunshine (vitamin D) and fresh air as they play the great American pastime!

• June 10, 11, and 12- Half Days, dismissal at 12:30 pm
• June 12th is the last day of school