This month we are celebrating Black History Month. Each day during our morning announcements, we honor the contributions of African-Americans by sharing a short biography of the selected individual, along with an encouraging quote! As a reminder, please remember that it is important for students to be in school each day and on time. We are continuing to focus on our building goal of 93% school wide attendance. Please read the article below:

In February, we are focusing on being ambitious. Please discuss with your student at home what it means to be ambitious.

WE ARE:

Well- Rounded: someone who is skilled, capable, and knowledgable in a lot of different things.

Inclusive: An inclusive group or organization that tries to include many different types of people and treat them all fairly and equally.

Learners: People who are trying to gain knowledge or skill in something by studying, practicing, or being taught.

Dedicated: Being devoted to a task or purpose; having single-minded loyalty or integrity.

Collaborative: describes something accomplished by working together with others.

Ambitious: Having or showing a strong desire and determination to succeed.

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14th: Valentine's Day Parties at 2pm

16th- No School/ Professional Development

17th- No School/ Professional Development

20th- No School/ Presidents' Day

27th- March 3rd- Book Fair, Read Across America Spirit Week

March 2nd- Literacy Night 5-7pm & Book Fair

• Breakfast is not provided when there is a two hour delay.
• If you need to make dismissal changes, please call the office at 937-505-4430 by 2:30pm or send written notice in with your student that day.
• If you need to sign your student out, please have your photo I.D. available. There will be no early dismissals after 2:45pm.

This month our students will be focusing on the skills of self control and self discipline. This is the time of year when school work gets more difficult, students have more energy because they haven’t been outside for recess and many students are beginning to have growth spurts and don’t realize how big they have gotten. We figure there is no better time to practice self control!

Our students will be learning about being aware of personal space, controlling their wiggles and reducing interruptions. We are hoping this focus will help our students have a more successful end to their school year.

~Mr. Robinson, Counselor

Snyder Park students continue to earn PBIS points every day for following our school-wide expectations, Be Respectful, Be Responsible, and Be Safe! In January, all students earned 21,480 points. This is an average of 73 points per student for the month. Keep up the great work!

When families are engaged in their students' education, student achievement improves as well as the morale and effectiveness of school teachers, staff, and administration. Family engagement plays an important role in the daily success of our students and school. One of the many ways you can be engaged in your students' education is by attending school sponsored events. On Thursday, March 2nd, we will be gathering for Literacy Night. You are invited to attend for fun literacy games and food! Literacy Night will be in the school cafeteria and gym from 5-7pm. Our Book Fair will also be open during this time. We hope to see you!

Candy Grams!!!

Last week, your student had the opportunity to send a special someone at Snyder Park Elementary a candy gram for .25 cents. They will be delivered on Valentine's Day! Thanks to your support, we sold 987 Candy Grams!!!

Parent Teacher Conferences!

Our Parent Teacher Conferences were held Tuesday, February 7th from 3:15 to 6:45pm and Thursday, February 9th from 3:15 to 6:30pm. Thank you to our community resources who were here to provide information and support. Second Harvest Food Bank distributed food to 86 of our families!

Also, a big THANK YOU to our parents for participating in our Parent Teacher Conferences. It makes a difference!

Math Fact Challenge!

Our math fact challenge is underway! Parent's please practice math facts at home with your student. Making flash cards is an easy and great way to practice! When a classroom wins the challenge, they receive a reward the following week.

Reading Logs!

Also, please remember, we are focusing on encouraging our students to enjoy reading! Your student will be bringing a reading log home for you to initial each night they have read or been read to for at least 10 minutes. When your student reads 3 out of 5 nights each week, they will receive the monthly prize.

Mrs. Abbey's Class Popcorn Party

Mrs. Abbey's class met their attendance class goal. Each day they had perfect attendance, they colored in the letters that spell ATTENDANCE, once the letters were all colored in, they received a popcorn party prize! Great job Mrs. Abbey's class!

Thank you for everyone who attended our day out at Chuck E. Cheese! We appreciate your support and hope that everyone had a great time! All of the funds received will go toward PBIS Rewards!

Parent Club meetings are held the second Thursday of each month at 6pm in our cafeteria. If you are not able to attend a meeting you can always email us at snyderparkparentclubdreamteam@gmail.com.

Parent Club sponsored our Candy Gram sale during the week of February 6th through 10th. All profits will be used towards Snyder Park Elementary.

What is the longest table in the class?

The multiplication table!

What's the calculator's favorite statement?

You can count on me!

Why were the students doing multiplication on the floor?

The answer will be in March 2023 Newsletter!

Teaching is my third profession actually. I was a paralegal for 20 years and then a small business owner for 5 years. When I sold my business, I decided to substitute teach and was hired by Springfield City Schools in 2008. That was one of the best decisions of my life! I fell in love with the profession of teaching and went back to school to earn my teaching degree at Antioch University.

I knew from that first day working with Springfield City Schools that I did not want to work for any other district. And here I am, almost 15 years later, looking forward to coming in to work each and every day. After graduating from Antioch I began my career at Springfield as an Intervention Specialist, was blessed to be a 6th grade Math/ELA teacher and am now a Curriculum Coach for the past four years.

My husband, Kevin and I have grown children and quickly growing grandchildren who also attend or have attended Springfield City Schools. Our lives are busy with family time, hockey, and mostly 4H and FFA projects.

In closing, I would like to take this opportunity to thank the Snyder Park community for believing in and supporting our school. We appreciate your trust in us and work very hard to live up to your expectations.

I’ve been employed by SCSD for the past 20 years. Throughout my employment, I have worked at several schools throughout the district, however, I have been at Synder Park for the past 15 years. I really enjoy working at Synder Park Elementary because the staff and students here are great to work with.

Before being employed by SCSD, I proudly served three years of active duty in the United States Army after graduating from high school. I served in the following locations: Georgia (Fort Benning), Kansas (Fort Riley) and Germany. My highest rank was sergeant and I received an honorable discharge for my service.

Prior to working for the district, I went to Hobart Welding School, receiving a 1-year degree in Welding. I proceeded to work in several manufacturing jobs that consisted of welding, machining, and assembly work within Clark County.

In my spare time, I enjoy remodeling my house and fixing things. I enjoy spending time with my family, kids, and dogs. I love taking my dogs on long strolls at Buck Creek to enjoy nature. My kids call me a java monster because I love coffee so much. I even named my first dog Coffee. I enjoy eating pizza on the weekends ending it with ice cream for dessert.

Website: scsdoh.org
Location: 1600 Maiden Lane, Springfield, OH, USA
Phone: 937-505-4430