Closing Out Strong!
As we approach the final weeks of the 2024–2025 school year, I want to take a moment to thank you for being such dedicated partners in your child’s education. This has been a year of growth, teamwork, and high expectations—and our Sabal Palm students have truly risen to the occasion!
In these last few weeks, students in grades 2–5 will be wrapping up FAST and STAR testing. We’ve already seen incredible effort and positive attitudes from our younger grades, and we’re confident the momentum will continue! Let’s keep cheering them on—whether it’s a morning pep talk, a note of encouragement, or a big hug before school, every bit of support matters.
A few important reminders as we wrap up:
- i-Ready and Lalilo access continues through June 30—encourage continued summer learning!
- Class party info will be sent by your child’s teacher—dates are being finalized now.
- Friday, May 30 is our last day of school with early dismissal beginning at 11:40 AM.
- Award ceremonies and special events are listed in this month’s calendar—don’t miss out!
As we close this chapter, we’re already looking ahead to next year’s theme: Team Sabal: All In, All Year!
We’ll kick off the 2025–2026 school year with a winning mindset, focused on hustle, heart, and high achievement—for every child, every day. Our goal is to show students that hard work pays off every single day. #HWPO #TeamSabal
Thank you for trusting us with your children. It’s an honor to lead such a special, child-centered community. Have a safe, joyful summer, and we look forward to seeing you soon!
Your Principal,
Amber Felts
The DCPS Food Service Department is pleased to announce that for the 2024-2025 school year, every public school in DCPS will be a part of the Community Eligibility Provision program. Under CEP, school meals are available to all students at no cost to them.
The CEP program has benefits for both students and schools!
- Kids get free meals – and when their nutritional needs are met, a student is more attentive in class, has better attendance, and may have fewer disciplinary problems.
- CEP promotes equity by eliminating the out-of-pocket costs for families.
Free and Reduced applications are not required and will not be processed.
Breakfast will be served from 8:00-8:30am daily Students wishing to eat breakfast at SPE should arrive early enough to be ready for class at 8:30am.
As a reminder, students will not be released after 2:15 PM or after 11:15 PM on Early Release days, per DCPS policy. In addition, please reserve early pick up for days when it is absolutely needed. We understand that appointments and emergencies come up at times but please ensure your child is in school the entire day when possible.
All students who will ride a bus to and/or from school this year need to be registered for bus transportation. This can be done following the steps on the link below through your parent FOCUS account. Bus routes will be created based on addresses of students riding so please sign up as early as possible and make sure your address is correct in FOCUS. Once available, you will also be able to view your child's bus stop information in your parent FOCUS account. Make sure to register each child that will be riding.
Beginning in August, all students will have an I.D. card with a lanyard for safety, lunch, and bus accountability. I.D. cards must be returned to students each day. Students will only receive one I.D. card. If a student loses/damages an I.D. card, the replacement cost is $5.00.
To maintain the longevity of I.D. cards, please discuss with your student the purpose of these cards and the importance of taking care of their I.D. card.
Classroom volunteers may return to our classrooms on an as needed basis. If the teacher needs a volunteer, he/she will reach out to families. If you would like to be a volunteer in our school when needed, please make sure you have filled out the volunteer information at https://dcps.duvalschools.org/site/Default.aspx?PageID=29120 or click the icon below.
At this time, we are only able to allow up to 2 volunteers at a time in any classroom. In addition, all volunteers must schedule in advance with the teacher. Volunteers will be able to assist for up to an hour per day in the classroom as needed. Volunteers cannot bring younger siblings.
A volunteer application is good for two years. The same application is needed for those wishing to volunteer in the classroom, chaperone field trips and eat lunch with their child on campus. We encourage any parents, grandparents or other family members who may want to get involved at SPE to fill out this application as early as possible in the school year. Applications can take up to a few weeks to be approved.
Please plan to send a reusable water bottle with your child to school daily. Our students may drink from these in class throughout the day as well as take them to recess and PE. Thanks to PTA fundraising efforts last year, and your support, we will be installing additional water bottle refill stations for our students to use as needed.
We need you! Interested in being a business partner here at SPE? Our business partners are invaluable here at SPE. If you own or manage a business and would like to learn more about the perks of being a SPE business partner, please reach out to Principal Felts at (904) 221-7169 or feltsa@duvalschools.org.
