• Monday 12/16: ORFF Ensemble Rehearsal
• Tuesday 12/17: 1st grade ELA testing, Garden Club, Girls on the Run. Sandpiper Singers Winter Concert 5:30 p.m.
• Wednesday 12/18: 1st grade Math testing, Fellowship of Christian Athletes 7:00 a.m. 3rd grade awards 8:00 a.m.
• Thursday 12/19: 4th grade awards 8:00, 5th grade awards 9:00
• Friday 12/20: End of first semester, Holiday Pajama Day

01/08: Students return from Christmas Break

01/20: School Closed, MLK Day

01/21: Dune Lakes Night at South Walton High School Boys Basketball Game 5:30 PM

Parents will begin to receive notification of their student's performance on FAST and STAR PM 2 testing. I know that many of you are already reviewing your student's performance on Focus and in the FLDOE Parent Portal. The digital reports available to all parents provide valuable insights into specific test questions, test categories, progress, and supporting resources. See the images below for a visual guide to interacting with your student's PM 2 score reports.

Review your student's results to create a plan to help support their improvement and growth. Speak with your teacher about the best ways to work with your student at home. Set and monitor goals for your student.

One of the best items to review with your student is their performance on questions/standards. Compare your student's performance on specific standards tested in PM1 and PM2 to see which items they may need extra support with.

All parents are encouraged to speak with your teacher about the variety of digital resources such as Lexia, Reflex, Exact Path, and CPALMS students that can be accessed at home.

Thank you again for your partnership! Please let our staff know how we can assist in supporting your student. Sandpipers are better together!

To expedite check in for the planned activities this week, we are encouraging you to pre-register for your visitor pass. ONLY parents who have already been scanned into the Raptor system previously with an ID will be able to do this. If you have not been scanned into our system, we will do that the day you visit. Once you arrive, we will have your badge ready, filed by your child's teacher's name. We appreciate your patience, and continued support helping us ensure the safety of your children!

Use the link below to sign up!

PLEASE REMEMBER, ALL VISITORS ON THE CAMPUS MUST EXIT BY 1:15 P.M.

IF YOU ARE CHECKING YOUR CHILD OUT EARLY, CUT OFF IS 1:45. THIS WILL BE A BUSY WEEK OF EARLY CHECK OUTS, SO PLEASE PLAN TO ARRIVE ON TIME

Students in FCA will be collecting change on Wednesday, December 18th from 7:10-7:35 a.m. at all the drop off locations. The change we collect will benefit Children in Crisis. Children in Crisis works to provide a safe, stable, and nurturing environment for foster children of Walton and Okaloosa Counties. All the change collected will help with necessities such as food, clothing, and hygiene products as well as counseling, educational and recreational supports and services. Thank you for your support!

Students at Dune Lakes worked hard to raise nearly $27,748.66 for the American Heart Association as part of the Kid’s Heart Challenge. Students not only raised funds, but also learned about the warning signs of a stroke and hands only CPR. Top fund raisers and classes “slimed” the principal as an incentive for their efforts. 1st grader Rowland Hampel was our top fundraiser! Thank you to all the parents and community members who donated and supported our school’s campaign.

Girls on The Run will collect toys for the Walton County Sheriff's Office (WCSO) and Walton County Fire Rescue (WCFR) Santa Patrol Program. Santa Patrol helps provide for local families in need, carefully selected by School Resource Deputies (Deputy Kendrick) during Christmastime! Presents are hand-selected and delivered to families by members of the WCSO and WCFR staff. We will be collecting new and unwrapped toys for the ages 1 to 18 now until December 18.

$35 -See the flyer and link below! Use code 21432

Does your student know the AVID word of the week? Join us in promoting a robust vocabulary at home by using it with your student!

AR Update: Our goal is to pass 22,000 tests and raise over $5,500 for Food for Thought. Keep reading and testing!

1. Go to https://launchpad.classlink.com/walton
2. Click Renaissance Place
3. Log in and Test!

For additional questions please contact Ms. Carroll mailto:rachel.gonzalez@walton.k12.fl.us

Parents visiting on Monday and Friday are allowed to visit at the designated lunch time for their student. If you have more than one student, you are welcome to have lunch with them at their designated time. Students will not be pulled to eat with their siblings. Parents are to wait for their child's class to enter the "A" hallway, and may proceed to the cafeteria only. Visiting other classrooms is prohibited. Lunch visitors are to eat in the patio, and check out at the front office when leaving. PLEASE DO NOT EXIT FROM THE PATIO.

For your convenience, sign up for EZ school pay https://www.ezschoolpay.com/Login.aspx

Encourage your student to explore the a la carte menus options in the Sandpiper Cafe! See the menu below. Cash only.

Great things are cooking this month in the Sandpiper Cafe!

Please take the time to put your child's name on their backpacks, water bottles, coats, etc. Items will be collected and displayed outside cafeteria.

Medication at school:

The front desk cannot intake medications. Please call ahead to meet with the nurse who can assist with this.

Fever Reminders:

A fever is a temperature of 100 degrees or more. Students must be fever free for 24 hours without the use of fever-reducing medications before they can return to school.

Lice reminders:

Students showing visible signs and symptoms will be sent to nurse and parents will be notified. Any affected student must provide front office with signed proof indicating treatment. Additional information is available on the WCSD Health Services at https://www.walton.k12.fl.us/page/school-health-services

Welcome Sandpipers! My name is Mrs. Rudd and I am thrilled to welcome you and your child to the new school year! As the school counselor, my role is to support your child's social, emotional, and academic development. I am committed to creating a safe and supportive environment that fosters growth, resilience, and success. If your child is facing challenges at home or in the classroom, please know that my door is always open. I am here to listen, offer guidance, and connect you with resources to support your child's well-being. Let's work together to make this year an amazing one for our students!

NEW THIS WEEK

It’s hard to believe, but this is our last week before Christmas break! As excitement for the holidays builds, it’s a great time to reflect on this month’s word: responsibility. Responsibility grows with practice! Daily habits, like packing their backpack, completing chores, or caring for a pet, help kids see how their actions contribute to their success and the well-being of those around them. Being responsible also means thinking ahead and following through on commitments, even during busy times like the holiday season.

Reflection for Parents:
This week, encourage your child to focus on one small responsibility, such as preparing for the next school day or completing a task without reminders. Celebrate their effort and consistency—these small, daily actions are the building blocks for bigger responsibilities in the future. Let’s finish the year strong by practicing responsibility together!

Purpose of Lunch Bunch

Lunch Bunch aims to support students in developing healthy coping skills and self-regulation strategies to manage various challenges, such as:

· Anxiety, stress, or feeling overwhelmed

· Difficulty with self-control or impulsivity

· Struggles with friendships or social relationships

· Coping with change, loss, or adversity

· Building resilience and confidence

How to Join

Every student will receive a Lunch Bunch permission form. Be looking for these to be sent home later this week. If you think your child would benefit from this program, please fill out and return the form, sharing specific details on why your child would benefit and any relevant information about their current challenges or concerns. This will help me understand your child's needs and prioritize those students. While I'd love to be able to have every student in LB, that just isn't feasible. It is very important to me, however, that students that could truly use the extra support are able to receive it.

As always, please feel free to reach out to me if you have any questions.

• Volunteers, please be sure to check out by 1:15.
• When turning in a doctor's note for your child's absence, we ask that you please send us the original note from the physician's office. Notes should include student name, date they were seen and what days they are excused for. Doctor notes are excused absences. Altered notes will not be accepted. Notes need to be submitted within 3 days of the absence. For your convenience, notes may be emailed to mailto:dleinfo@walton.k12.fl.us
• If you would like notification that your child has checked out a library book, please log into FOCUS and make this change. This must be done each year.
• All transportation changes must be received by 1:30 p.m. through Pikmykid.
  
• 🚩 NO EARLY CHECK-OUTS ARE ALLOWED AFTER 1:45 P.M., please arrive prior to this for any appointments. You will be asked to go to the car line and wait for your student after this time.
• Walkers: All walkers must have a walker waiver on file at the front office. Parents picking up their walkers are required to have the walker pass issued by the front office. We will not release any student to parents at the walker exit without this pass. Please call the office for specific walker guidelines 850-622-5012.

Did you know the over 20% of Dune Lakes students missed GREATER than 10 days of school last year?

We are learning every day! Help make sure your student stays on track by encouraging consistent attendance!

UPDATE If your child is not an every day bus rider, but may ride home with a friend or use bus to reach another approved destination, WE MUST have a parent note documenting this request on file. Please send an email to dleinfo@walton.k12.fl.us. We can also add this transportation change option for you in Pikmykid, but you must first contact our office.

Students have received bus tags for the back packs which support staff in quickly identifying the correct bus and parent. Please help us keep these securely fastened to your child's backpack.

You can track your student using the Here Comes the Bus Application. The Here Comes the Bus application provides the real-time location of your child’s bus on a map and gives scheduled and actual arrival times at home and school for bus routes. It also provides push and email notifications when the bus is near. Sign up using the flyers below.

Please refer to your new student packet for instructions for Pikmykid app. We will process ALL transportation changes through Pikmykid. Parents may call the office for a change in an emergency or for help with the Pikmykid platform. Please see the resources and video tutorials below. Pikmykid is also available by phone to support users and parents.

FortifyFL is a suspicious activity reporting tool that allows you to instantly relay information to appropriate law enforcement agencies and school officials.

.https://apps.apple.com/us/app/fortifyfl-tip-reporting/id1435824190

The Walton County School District is now offering parents access to their children’s information. Your connection to students’ education/academic information is now available online. You will be able to view your children’s data in these areas: student grades, daily attendance, teacher email account for each class, school messages and upcoming events, and more. Use the QR code or follow the instructions below.

Step 1

• To register or reset your password for the Parent Portal please visit the following link:
  https://walton.focusschoolsoftware.com/focus/auth/

Step 2

• The following information is required to setup a Focus Parent Portal Account.

  1. Child’s student identifier (10 digit number beginning with 66 assigned by the district).
  2. Student’s date of birth.
  3. Parent Portal Registration PIN. If your child has a portal account, they can provide you with the PIN by viewing the General tab under My Information. Or you can obtain your PIN from the school office.

  Once your account has been created you will have access to the Parent Portal at the following site: https://walton.focusschoolsoftware.com/focus/

Teacher Luncheons – Is your family or business interested in sponsoring one of our Teacher and Staff Luncheons? If so, the available dates and sponsorship opportunities are located here : Sponsorships — Sandpiper Boosters

Spirit Shop – You can shop Sandpiper Merch year-round! Shop Here : Spirit Shop — Sandpiper Boosters

24-25 Boosters Board of Directors - Jamie Lynn, President | Ashley Templeton, Vice President | Liz Branch, Treasurer | Jessica Standley, Secretary |Amber Archer, Director | Amity Hoch, Director | Randi Doris, Director | Brittany Golden, Director | Emily Madden, Director | Ortal Shaya-Montoya, Director | Lindsey Rogers, Director | Kristen Sandoe, Director

For all things Boosters – Make sure to visit our website here : Sandpiper Boosters

If you have questions, concerns or comments, you can contact us through Let's Talk. Simply click here and reach out to us.

Stay connected with Remind! We've created a new school Remind account for the 24-25 school year. All previous school accounts have been closed. Please rejoin our DLE Remind by texting our school code @dle2425 to 81010.

Mission Statement: By living our character pledge, we will educate with passion, inspire pride of self and cultivate meaningful relationships with our students and families, staff and community.

Vision Statement: To inspire personal responsibility, civic duty and a passion for lifelong learning

Email: DLEinfo@walton.k12.fl.us
Website: https://dle.walton.k12.fl.us/
Location: 6565 U.S. 98 E, Santa Rosa Beach, FL, USA
Phone: 850-622-5012
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DuneLakesSandpipers