Cherrydale Primary School

From the Principal

Happy Wednesday Cherrydale Families!

We are excited to continue one of our favorite Cherrydale traditions—Beach Day! This special event gives students an opportunity to celebrate the end of the school year, spend time outdoors with classmates, and create lasting memories together.

Beach Day dates are:

🏖️TK, Kindergarten & 1st Grade – June 1

🏖️2nd & 3rd Grade – June 2

As we prepare for these fun-filled days, we encourage families to take time to review Beach Day expectations with their child so everyone can enjoy a safe, respectful, and positive experience.

The weather is expected to be warm both days, so please help students come prepared by:

Dressing appropriately for the weather
Bringing a water bottle to stay hydrated
Applying and/or bringing sunscreen
Wearing appropriate shoes for walking to and from the beach from Cherrydale

We are looking forward to another wonderful Beach Day experience for our students! If you have any additional questions regarding Beach Day activities, please reach out to your child’s classroom teacher.

Warm Regards,

Christine Firth, Principal

Looking Ahead

Looking ahead to June

6/1 - Beach Day TK/K/1st

6/2 - Beach Day 2/3

6/3 - ACE Day (early release 2:35)

6/5 - Last day of Preschool

6/5 - Field Day

6/8 - 3rd Grade visits Saltar's Point

6/10 - ACE Day (early release 2:35)

6/12 - Last day of school! (half day release 12:35)

Around the School

Since early March, many of our 3rd graders have spent their morning recesses helping care for the butterfly garden. Through their hard work and curiosity, students have been learning how to identify and pull weeds and grass so perennial plants can thrive, while also discovering the importance of sunlight, water, and healthy soil for plant growth.

Students have explored the history of the “Steilacoom flower” (Lithophragma parviflorum), a native pink wildflower that inspired the indigenous name of Steilacoom and once covered the local bluffs and prairies. They have also learned about native insects, spiders, and pollinators such as hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees, and how gardens can provide important food, shelter, and water for wildlife.

Most importantly, students have demonstrated wonderful teamwork, responsibility, and community service while helping our garden grow and flourish.

From the Office

Attention owners of our Lost and Found

Please take a moment to stop by and check for any items belonging to your child.

ALL items will be donated to Caring for Kids, once school is out for the summer.

*Caring for Kids provides school supplies, clothing, food, hygiene products, and other essentials to children and families in need across our community.

Summer Meal Resources

Summer Meal Program
The Steilacoom Historical School District announces sponsorship of the Summer Meal Program for children. Meals are available at no charge to any child age 1 – 18 years old, and will be served from June 22 to August 21, 2026.

Lunch only will be served at the following locations in partnership with our community partners, the town of Steilacoom and the Pierce County Library System. Children must eat on-site during service time/hours. Menus can be found on the district’s website at http://www.steilacoom.k12.wa.us/summer-meals

Washington SUN Bucks Summer EBT Program
SUN Bucks, also known as Summer EBT, is a program that helps families buy food for their school-aged children during the summer. Families will get a one-time $120 benefit per year for each eligible child to help buy groceries during the summer months.

Families are strongly encouraged to update their mailing address with their TANF, SNAP and the school their child attends in preparation for 2026 SUN Bucks benefits. The address on file will be used for delivering benefits.

USDA Resources
Families can call USDA National Hunger Hotline
Monday – Friday
1-866-3-HUNGRY (1-866-348-6479) English
1-877-8-HAMBRE (1-877-842-6273) Spanish

PTA Happenings

May & June At A Glance

Spirit Gear Store Open

Volunteers Needed for Field Day

End of School Ice Cream Social

Yearbook Purchasing Info

From the Kitchen

All Cherrydale students will have the opportunity to have one breakfast and one lunch for free every day! If a student chooses a second entrée, it will be charged to student’s account.

May Breakfast and Lunch Menu