Saltar's Point Otter News

9/22 - Fall Picture Day

9/24 - ACE Day - students released at 2:10 pm

9/26 - Fire Evacuation Drill

Picture Day is Monday Sept 22

Make Up Day is Monday Oct 27

Ordering begins AFTER picture Day

View pictures BEFORE ordering

Ordering info will be sent home on Picture Day

Any questions contact info@classactportraits.com

Dear Families,

The safety of our students and staff is always our top priority. As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and prepared learning environment, our school regularly practices safety drills throughout the year. These drills are designed to help students and staff know what to do in the unlikely event of an emergency.

Types of drills may include fire evacuation, earthquake preparedness, lockdown, or shelter-in-place. Each drill is age-appropriate and conducted in a calm, supportive manner so that students understand the purpose without becoming overly anxious.

We want to assure you that families will always be informed in advance when a drill is scheduled. This allows you the opportunity to talk with your child at home, answer any questions they may have, and help reinforce the importance of safety. Our first evacuation drill will take place Friday, September 26th.

Thank you for partnering with us to keep our school community safe and prepared. If you have any questions about our safety procedures or upcoming drills, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Sincerely,

--

Alex Clauson

Principal

Saltar's Point Elementary

Send your child to school if they...

Don't feel great but are able to participate in normal activities.

Keep your child home if they...

Fell sick and have a fever of 100.4F or higher, test positive for flue or COVID-19, or can't participate in normal activities.

Has thrown up in the past 24 hours.

Have diarrhea and increased stool frequency.

Have a rash of unknown origin. They can return to school when a healthcare provider says it's okay.

Have an oozing sore or wound you can't cover or contain.

Call a healthcare provider if they...

Have a fever of 100.4F or higher for more than 2 days.

Throw up or have diarrhea for more than 2 days.

Have the sniffles for more than a week and aren't getting better.

Have asthma symptoms after using asthma medicine. If they have trouble breathing after using an inhaler, call 911.

This is general guidance. Schools, healthcare providers, or the Health Department may advise differently based on individual circumstances.

Do you have respiratory virus symptoms, like those from COVID-19, influenza or RSV?

1. If you are sick, stay home and away from others, including those you live with who are not sick.

• You can go back to your normal activities when both of the following have been true for at least 24 hours:
• Your symptoms are getting better overall, and
• You have not had a fever
• Test for COVID-19 if available. Testing for COVID-19 can help you get effective treatment and protect people at high risk. You may still have COVID-19 or another contagious respiratory illness, even if you get a negative home test result.
• Are you at high risk of getting very sick from COVID-19 or influenza? Talk to your health care provider right away to determine if you are eligible for treatment, even if your symptoms are mild.

2. When returning to normal activities, wear a mask and take precautions over the next 5 days, such as:

• Improving airflow and filtration
• Washing hands often with soap and water.
• Physically distancing.
• Cleaning frequently.
• Using testing before being around other people indoors.
• If you test positive for COVID-19 but don't' have symptoms, you should still wear a mask and take additional precautions for 5 days.

Respiratory virus symptoms may include: Cough, Fever, Chills, Headache, Sore throat, Runny or stuffy nose, Sneezing, Chest discomfort, Decrease in appetite, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Fatigue, Muscle or body aches, new loss of taste or smell, Weakness, Wheezing.

If you have questions about your illness or are worried about your symptoms, reach out to your healthcare provider.

Consider staying away from people who are at high risk of getting very sick from COVID-19 (such as older adults and people with weakened immune systems) until:

10 days have passed since your illness began, or

You test negative for COVID-19 with an antigen test (such as a self test)

If you must be around someone at high risk of getting very sick during this time, wear a mask.

Scan the QR codes on the flyer for more information.

NEED YOUR FLU OR COVID SHOT?

Seattle Visiting Nurse Association (SVNA) will be administering Flu and Covid vaccines at your school. Information below:

Location:

Steilacoom Historical School District - 3 Locations

Date:

Multiple, October 2025

Register using QR code in the flyer

When registering, please make sure your have your insurance card handy.

Seattle Visiting Nurse Association info@seattlevna.com (425) 967-3080

Join our Team! We are looking for a part-time special education teacher at Pioneer Middle School. Scan the QR code for more information and to apply.

Things happening this month in our library:

• Students were taught how to take care of our books.

Introductions to our Rules and Space:

• This week students checked out ONE book.
• Starting next week students will be able to have TWO books out at a time.
• Students may keep the books for up to 3 weeks at a time.
• If your student forgets to turn in their book and the 3 weeks have passed, you will see a fine posted in their student accounts. Please use this as an opportunity to help your student find their book and return it to us BEFORE paying any fines. The majority of the time the book isn't lost, just misplaced.
• If the book is truly lost, or perhaps damaged, you may purchase a replacement or pay the fine.

Please email lcleveland@steilacoom.k12.wa.us with any questions.

We have reached over $2500 for our move-a-thon.

As a reminder, the money raised for the move-a-thon helps fund field trips, supplies, student and family events and more! 100% of proceeds go back to the school.

To keep our school safe and healthy for all students, please remember:

• Allergies: Many of our students have severe food allergies. Although we are not currently nut free, please avoid sending items with peanuts or tree nuts.

• Sharing Food: For everyone’s safety, students should only eat the food they bring from home or receive from the school cafeteria—no sharing with others.

• Healthy Choices: We encourage balanced snacks and lunches to help students stay focused and energized.

• Celebrations: If you’d like to send a treat for a birthday or class event, please coordinate with your child’s teacher in advance.

• Pre-Packaged Items: All food items brought to school must be in a sealed, pre-packaged container with the ingredients list clearly printed.

• First Two Weeks: No celebrations with food brought to school may occur within the first two weeks of school.

Thank you for helping us make Saltar’s Point a safe, inclusive place for every student.

Saltar's Withdrawal Form

Saltar's Planned Absence Form

District website

Saltar's Point school website

Saltar's Point Facebook page

ParentSquare

Skyward

If your student has a fine/fee or if you want to put money on their lunch account you can pay online through https://wa-steilacoom.intouchreceipting.com/signin.

If your student has a lost book(s), the fine can be removed either from payment, finding and returning the book(s), or replacing the book.

One of the platforms SHSD uses to announce school delays or closures is the FlashAlert alert system.

FlashAlert has released a new version of their mobile app. Please first delete the existing FlashAlert app from your mobile device and then install the new version.

FlashAlert iOS app on the Apple App Store

FlashAlert Android app on the Google Play Store

We would love to have you volunteer, if you are a new parent to the district please click on the link to get signed up to volunteer.

If you are a current volunteer in the district please contact the volunteer coordinator to make sure that Saltar's Point is added to your profile.

If your student is moving up to Pioneer Middle School make sure you reach out to our volunteer coordinator to have Pioneer added to your profile.