September 2nd- Labor Day - No school

September 3rd - Progress Reports go home

September 27th - 1/2 for Students

We are pleased to inform you that we have completed our reading, math, and foundational skills assessments (IReady and DIBELS). We appreciate your efforts in ensuring that your children arrived on time and your understanding of the importance of this testing process.

As we move forward, it's clear that we have a significant amount of work ahead. However, please rest assured that we are fully prepared to provide whole group instruction, targeted small group lessons, and individual conferences with our students. We will continue to progress monitor regularly to gather more insights into your child's strengths and areas for improvement. This will allow us to tailor our instruction to best meet the needs of our students.

You will be contacted by your child's teacher in the coming weeks for a parent/teacher conference.

Thank you for your ongoing support.

Calling all parents! We kindly ask that you utilize the arrival carline, which now opens at 7:15 a.m. for your convenience. Please refrain from dropping off your children in the neighborhood, as the increased traffic has created unsafe conditions. Police will begin to enforce the no parking timeframes.

Please note that student drop-off in the front officially begins at 8:00 a.m.

Thank you for your cooperation in helping us keep our students safe.

Best regards,

1. Missed Lessons = Falling Behind: Even one day can mean missing critical instructions and activities, making it harder for your child to catch up.

2. Impact on Future Success: Consistent attendance is a strong predictor of academic achievement and future opportunities.

3. Building Resilience: Regular attendance teaches your child the value of perseverance and responsibility—essential skills for success in life.

4. Stronger Friendships: Daily presence helps your child develop and sustain friendships, which are crucial for emotional and social development.

5. Healthy Routine: Attending school every day establishes a stable routine, promoting better mental and physical health.

Who to contact if your child doesn't want to come to school: Your child's teacher and/or our school counelors, Ms. Julie Harris and Mrs. Amy Cannon

I am delighted to introduce myself as the Reading Specialist at Providence Elementary School. My name is Lindsay Madden, and I am excited to embark on a new school year with you.

My role is to support both students and teachers in developing strong reading skills and a lifelong love for reading. I will be working closely with classrooms, providing resources, and offering strategies to enhance our literacy programs. My goal is to create a positive and engaging reading environment for all students.

I look forward to collaborating with you and supporting your child's reading journey this year. Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or if there are ways I can assist you in fostering a love of reading at home.

Warm regards,

Lindsay Madden

Good News Club is putting final touches on our program for your children. We cannot accept kindergarten students at this time, unless they have older siblings also attending the club. We will be starting after school Monday, September 16, and running on consecutive Mondays when school is in session. This attached registration form must be received before your child can attend. Please return one form for each child to Angela Boyd at baboyd11@gmail.com or turn into the school office by August 30. Blank forms are also available in the school office if needed.

Blessings to you and your families,

Angela Boyd

Good News Club Teacher

If your child has a medical condition the school nurse needs to be aware of and/or your child will need medication(s) at school, Please contact catherine.bruce@hsv-k12.org for specific concerns or questions.

ALL medications to be used at school MUST be registered with the health office. A parent/guardian must bring in the medication (medications cannot be sent with the student) with an updated doctor’s form. If you have any questions, please call Nurse Cathy at 256-428-7134.

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Hello, my name is Tomara Hammond. I am the Curriculum Specialist here at Providence Elementary. Come join us for our Annual Title I Meeting! You will learn all about your role in Title I and how it benefits our students. Dates TBA. I look forward to seeing you there, as well as our monthly Focus meetings. Monthly Focus Meetings are hosted by our parent coordinator, Mrs. Pam Scott. Please be on the lookout for flyers and an announcement from her as well.