Fairfield Panther Paw

Thank you to all who have volunteered this year for PTO events and for our field trips. We would not be able to provide all the great things to our students and staff without the support of our families. I am forever grateful for the amazing families that we are have at Fairfield! Happy Mother's Day to all the incredible women who nurture, lead, and love—whether you are a birth mom, adoptive mom, foster mom, stepmom, fur mom or a mother figure who stepped in when it mattered most. I hope you have a wonderful weekend.

Assistant Principal: Kyle Babbitt

Secretary: Daniella Schmidt

Attendance Secretary: Jennifer Todd

School Counselor: Nikki Arnold

School Nurse: Tami Tackett

School Nursing Assistant: Nick Root

Email: stacy_tennenbaum@plsd.us
Website: www.pickerington.k12.oh.us
Location: 13000 Coventry Avenue, Pickerington, OH, USA
Phone: 614-834-7600

May 11: Harmon Presentation - 4th Grade

May 12: Art Show 6-7:30

May 15: 1st Grade Performance - 2:15 for 1st grade families

May 19: 4th Grade Picnic and Awards ( Volunteers only for picnic, Families welcome for awards)

May 20: ROAR assembly 10:00 (KAM, 3,4), 2:30 (KPM,1,2)

May 20: Last Day for Kindergarten

May 21: Talent Show 2:00

May 22: Last Day of School- Early Dismissal 2:05 pm

May 22: 4th grade Clap Out - 9:45- families are invited to attend

Thank you to everyone who has submitted a recognition - it really means a lot to the staff. I would love to recognize our staff members at a staff meeting. If someone at Fairfield has gone above and beyond for you or your student, please take a moment to complete the form linked below so we can recognize them at a staff meeting.

Celebrating Awesome

Fairfield Families -

Big THANK YOU to the amazing volunteers who made SuperGames a Super Success! The kids had a great time and that's what matters!

Thanks for all your support, let's end this school year on a great note!

Stay in the Game: Life Time Fitness Parent's Night Out:

Parent's Night out is a 3 hour event where parents drop their kids off at Life Time Fitness Pickerington. While there, kids play games, make crafts, have a pizza party, play relay races, and get their bodies moving. Life Time Fitness will be hosting two Parent’s Night Out events on May 16, 2026 from 4-7pm. The event is open to kids ages: 3-12 (**Children must be potty trained to attend**).

If you are interested in having your children participate, email adrienne_bowden@plsd.us by May 1st. Spaces are limited and will be filled in the order requests are received.

Dear PLSD Parent or Guardian,

This summer, Ohio is offering the 2026 Summer EBT (SUN Bucks) program to help families buy food when school is out. If your household income is below 185% of the federal poverty level, your child may be eligible for this benefit.

How It Works:

• Each eligible child will receive a one-time $120 payment on a benefit card mailed to you if you are newly enrolled.

• Payments will be added to your child's card from last year.

• The card can be used to buy food at grocery stores, farmers' markets, and other approved locations.

• If you receive more than $120 per child, do not use the extra benefits and call 1-866-244-0071, option 1 to report the error.

How to Apply:

• Apply online at sebt.ohio.gov by August 14 to receive benefits.

• You will need to provide your child's name, school, date of birth, household members, household income, and mailing address.

• You do not need to provide documents when applying, but you may be asked to verify your information.

• This program will not affect your family's immigration status.

Other Free Summer Meal Options:

Children under 18 can also receive free summer meals at meal sites near you. Call 1-866-3-HUNGRY or 1-877-8-HAMBRE, or text 914-342-7744 with the keyword "summer meals" to find a location.

If you have questions, contact the Summer EBT Helpline at 1-866-244-0071, option 1.

DON'T FORGET: Summer Meals at Tussing Elementary

Pickerington Local Schools will host Summer Meals at Tussing Elementary School from June 1 through June 30, Monday through Friday (except June 19). Lunch will be served 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

The Pickerington Public Library will join every Friday (except June 18) to provide donated books for children. Lunch is available to any child 18 years or younger, whether or not they attend PLSD. This site is open to all children in the community.

Sincerely,

Suzie Gerhardt
Food Service Supervisor
Pickerington Local Schools