Ambler Elementary Summer Update #2
Growing Stronger Together!
Parents,
I am excited to begin my 27th year as principal of Ambler Elementary as we enter the 2026–2027 school year! I continue to be incredibly proud of our exceptional team, made up of dedicated teachers, caring support staff, and an outstanding Leadership Team.
At Ambler, we are fortunate to have kind, hardworking students who strive to do their best each day, as well as supportive families who partner with us in their success. We are also grateful for our strong PTO, whose commitment helps us go above and beyond for our entire school community.
This year, our theme is “Growing Stronger Together,” and it truly reflects who we are as a school family. By working collaboratively and supporting one another, we are building a strong foundation that prepares our students for success in middle school and beyond.
Together, we shine—growing stronger together each day.
Dr. Lewis, Principal
Ambler Elementary
carltonlewis@pickens.k12.sc.us
864-397-1204
1. FinalForms
Complete registration in FinalForms BEFORE Meet the Teacher on Thursday, July 30th!
Parents of returning students should have received an email from FinalForms on July 1, 2026.
Please use the link in the email to access and sign 2026-2027 forms for your returning student.
IMPORTANT: CURRENT SDPC STUDENTS SHOULD NOT REGISTER AS A NEW STUDENT.
If you do not receive an email from FinalForms for your RETURNING SDPC student, please DO NOT register your student as a new student in FinalForms.
Please contact your child's school so they can assist you with gaining access to update your child's information in FinalForms.
2. Tech-it-Home
K5 -5th grades are required to pay a $25 technology fee each school year. This can be paid on
My Schoolbucks- This fee covers the insurance on the students' Chromebook/tablet devices in the event it is damaged at school or home. Please have Tech-it-Home fees paid BEFORE our Meet the Teacher night on Thursday, July 30th.
Thank you! See link below for more information from the SDPC website.
https://sites.google.com/pickens.k12.sc.us/sdpc-tech-it-home
Meet the Teacher Check-In Information
To help ensure a smooth transition during Meet the Teacher, we will have two check-in lines based on last names:
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Last names A–M: Please enter through the doors in front of the cafeteria. Check-in will be located just inside.
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Last names N–Z: Please enter through the 4th/5th grade hallway doors. Check-in will be set up in that hallway.
At check-in, you will receive a registration card with your child’s name and homeroom teacher.
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If you have not completed Final Forms, you will be directed to the library to finish that process.
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All other families will proceed to the gym to visit the following stations:
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Wildcat Den
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Car tags (2 per family)
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Bus information (pickup and drop-off numbers)
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T-shirt preorders
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YAMS, Good News Club, and Scouts
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School Nurse (for medication-related questions)
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Important: Our office updates bus routes each year, so please stop by the bus table to confirm your child’s information is current.
Before visiting your child’s homeroom, be sure to complete the registration card. This card should be left with your child’s homeroom teacher.
We’re thrilled to announce that this year’s school t-shirt was designed by one of our very own talented students—Haven Anders! Ambler t-shirts will be available for pre-order during Meet the Teacher Night.
Shirts are $20 each, with Adult XXL and XXXL sizes priced at $22. Payments can be made on MySchoolBucks, with cash (exact change) or by check made payable to Ambler Elementary.
The final day to place your order is Friday, August 14th. Don’t miss out on showing your Ambler pride!
As in previous years, you have the option to opt out if you prefer that photos of your child are not shared on social media or that their information is not publicly posted or shared.
Please note that the opt-out process has changed this year. In the past, this could be completed through FinalForms; however, you are now required to sign a physical form and return it to the school.
The form is linked below, and printed copies will also be available in the front office for your convenience.
If you do not want SDPC to disclose directory information from your child's education records to any outside organization without your prior written consent, you must complete the Opt-out for Media & Directory Information Form (also known as "Media Denial Form").The completed form must be returned to your student's principal no later than fifteen (15) days after registration. Media denial is not considered complete without the written form. An Opt-out for Media & Directory Information Form is required to be completed and returned each year for students to retain opt-out status.
