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Hello Panther Family! 🌺

It looks like the warmer temperatures are here and Spring is in the air! We enjoyed our Career Day! Our students had opportunities to see lots of different careers that they can choose from when they grow up. In recent weeks, we have earned Perfect Attendance with Dress Down Days! Thank you, parents, for encouraging and supporting your children to attend school every day! We appreciate YOU! Other April happenings include our CD-2nd grade Field Trip on April 17 and the Spring iReady Diagnostic assessments for students in K - 2nd grade. We can't wait to see all of our students' academic growth! Please review your child's folder for upcoming information! We appreciate our Panther families for helping us prioritize attendance.

Thank you and we appreciate your support!

Warmest Regards,
Ms. Logan and Ms. Wolfe

Our school bell rings at 8:05 AM.

The tardy bell rings at 8:30 AM.

Early pick up ends at 3 PM.

School dismissal is at 3:30 PM.

If your child is absent from school, please submit a handwritten parent note or a doctor’s note when they return. All absence excuses must be turned in within three days of the absence. Unfortunately, we are unable to accept excuses submitted after this timeframe.

Attendance Do’s:

• Do send written excuses or legal documentation for any absences within 3 days of the student's return to school.
• Do prioritize scheduling appointments (e.g., doctor, dentist) and vacations/breaks outside of school hours when possible.
• Do communicate early with the school if your child is experiencing challenges that may impact attendance (e.g., transportation issues, health concerns).
• Do monitor attendance through the school's portal or by contacting teachers regularly.
• Do encourage punctuality—students arriving late often miss important instructional time.
• Do ensure students attend all classes on eLearning or remote learning days, especially in hybrid or online formats.

Attendance Don’ts:

• Don’t assume absences will be automatically excused—documentation must be provided for any excused absence.
• Don’t allow unexcused absences to accumulate. Excessive absences can result in academic consequences and potential truancy issues.
• Don’t ignore notifications from the school regarding tardiness or absenteeism—address concerns early.
• Don’t send excuses via text or email unless they obtain an original/written signature.

As you review the 2026–2027 school calendar, we kindly ask that you plan family trips and vacations accordingly.

We all value a good vacation. Time to relax, recharge, and create lasting memories with loved ones. While we absolutely understand the importance of family time, we also want to emphasize how vital regular school attendance is for student success. Being present and engaged in the classroom allows students to fully participate in learning and stay on track academically.

With this in mind, we encourage families to schedule vacations during designated school breaks or over the summer whenever possible. Missing instructional time can make it challenging for students to keep up with lessons, assignments, and classroom activities.

Please note that, per CCSD District Policy JH – Student Absences and Excuses, students in grades K–12 may not be eligible for promotion if they accumulate more than 10 absences during the school year. While we understand that unforeseen circumstances can arise, we encourage all families to make school attendance a top priority.

Thank you for your continued partnership and support in your child’s education. We truly appreciate your commitment to helping our students succeed.

Warm regards,

Jane Edwards Elementary School

Shout out to Ms. Mellard's 4th Grade Class for winning the attendance challenge for March.

Welcome to our new attendance challenge.

We’re focusing on the word POPSICLE. Let’s be cool and come to school, because showing up increases your class’s chances of becoming our attendance winners and earning a popsicle party!

Remember, P.O.P.S.I.C.L.E. stands for:

P – Prepared
O – Organized
P – Present

S –Striving
I –In a
C – Complete

L – Learning

E – Environment

The class with the highest attendance percentage at the end of the month will receive a popsicle party.

Be cool... Don't skip school!

Shoutout to Abby for her outstanding commitment to learning! She has maintained perfect attendance throughout the entire school year, never missing a single day. Her dedication is truly remarkable. On one occasion, even after being signed out early for an appointment, she chose to return to school to continue learning. Abby’s determination and love for education sets an incredible example for others.

We are proud to recognize our students who have demonstrated outstanding attendance all year! These students have missed 5% or less of the school year. Their dedication, responsibility, and commitment to learning set a great example for others. Being present and ready to learn each day shows determination and a strong work ethic. We celebrate these students for making attendance a priority and for helping create a positive and consistent learning environment. Keep up the great work!

Hello Families,

Can you believe we only have 30 days left in the school year? Time has flown by! This month also gives us a week off for Spring Break, which is a wonderful opportunity to travel, relax, or simply enjoy some special time together as a family. I hope everyone has a safe and relaxing break.

When we return from Spring Break, we will begin focusing on test-taking strategies with students in grades 3–5 to help them feel confident and prepared for the upcoming state tests.

Here are a few ways families can help students have a successful start to their day and feel ready to do their best:
• Make sure your child gets a good night’s sleep each evening.
• Encourage them to eat a healthy breakfast before school.
• Help them arrive at school on time so they can begin the day calmly.
• Offer positive encouragement and remind them that doing their best is what matters most.
• If they feel nervous, encourage them to take deep breaths and stay positive.

Your support at home makes a big difference in helping students feel confident and prepared. Thank you for partnering with us to help our students succeed!

Warmly,

Ms. Coleman

Career Day

Test Taking Strategies (3-5 grade)

Managing Big Emotions (Pre-K - 2)

Sniffles or tummy aches slowing your child down? No worries. We’ve got you covered!

Our school now offers Telehealth through MUSC, so students can connect with a healthcare provider right from the clinic.

Just a heads-up: parent consent is required. Scan the QR code on the flyer to learn more and sign up!

Healthy kids, happy learning

SIC (School Improvement Council) plays a key role in the education of our state's children, bringing together parents, educators, and community stakeholders to work collectively to improve their local schools.

Thursday, April 23, 2026

Please join us on the date below via zoom, at 5:30 PM.

JEES