Sagamore Hills ES Principal's Post

Greetings parents!

It has been another exciting and productive week at Sagamore Hills! As we settle into the second nine weeks of school, I continue to be impressed by the wonderful teaching and learning taking place throughout our building. Our classrooms are filled with students collaborating, asking thoughtful questions, solving problems, and engaging in meaningful learning experiences that challenge them to think critically and creatively.

One of our continued priorities this school year is ensuring that every student receives instruction that meets their individual learning needs. Our teachers are working diligently to analyze student performance data, identify areas for growth, and provide targeted instruction that supports student success. Whether through small-group instruction, hands-on learning experiences, or collaborative classroom activities, we remain committed to providing engaging and rigorous learning opportunities for all students.

As we move further into the school year, I encourage our families to continue reinforcing the importance of consistent attendance, arriving to school on time, completing assignments, and reading at home each evening. These daily habits make a tremendous difference in student achievement. Our partnership between home and school is essential, and we appreciate the important role you play in supporting your child’s educational journey.

I also want to extend my sincere appreciation to our dedicated teachers and staff. Their commitment to creating positive learning environments and providing meaningful instructional experiences is evident each day. We are fortunate to have a team that works tirelessly to ensure our students are supported, challenged, and celebrated.

Together, we are building a school community where students feel valued, learning is a priority, and excellence is the expectation. Our students are definitely Learning Without Limits: The Wildcat Way!

Thank you for your trust, partnership, and support!

Be well,

Ms. Freeman

Individual school pictures are now complete.

We are now preparing for class photos to be taken on November 2 and November 4. Parent volunteers are needed to support our photographers, students, and teachers. Please sign up below.

*A picture day schedule for November 2 and 4 will be sent later.

Our Book Fair is coming and volunteers are needed. Sign up below. Thank you!

Registration is now open for elementary competitive season. This is completely FREE!

Dance coaches are: Ms. Haywood and Ms. Moran!

The season begins on November 30 and ends February 6. Click the button below to register your student.

Register today: https://survey.sogolytics.com/survey/form?k=SsRPUXRPsYVYsPsPsP&lang=0

Registration for our Basketball Team is now open! This is free for 4th & 5th Graders! Boys and girls are welcome to play!

Our coaches are: Coach E and Ms. Davenport.

Click here to register your child: https://survey.sogolytics.com/survey/form?k=SsRPUXRPsYYRsPsPsP&lang=0

Parents - you have the option of paying class dues in full or making 2 separate payments. We would like all dues to be paid as soon as possible.

PreK – 4th Grade: $75
Your child's class dues will cover:
- Two field trips
- Field Day T-shirt
- Classroom activities and special projects throughout the year

5th Grade: $250
Your child's class dues will cover:
- Overnight trip to the Fortson 4-H Center
- Yearbook
- Field Day T-shirt
- 5th Grade Week activities

We strongly encourage families to pay online through MySchoolBucks, which provides a safe, secure, and convenient way to submit payments.

Exceptional Education Class Dues (Roberts, Smith, Hargrove, Cooper)

https://www.myschoolbucks.com/ver2/prdembd?ref=ZZI5ZPFYE60476N_ZZ6BD2KUXHMSLS9

Pre-K Full Payment

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Pre-K Half payment

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Kindergarten Full Payment

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Kindergarten Half payment

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1st Grade Full Payment

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1st Grade Half payment

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2nd Grade Full payment

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2nd grade Half payment

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3rd Grade Full payment

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3rd grade Half payment

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4th Grade Full Payment

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4th grade Half payment

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5th Grade Full payment

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5th grade Half payment

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***Please download the handbook using the attachment below and save it to refer to throughout the school year.

Thank you for continuing to partner with us in ensuring our school year runs smoothly!

Thank you for supporting our teachers! Please consider purchasing an item off of their wishlist to support teaching and learning this school year!

Don’t miss a moment of the magic happening at Sagamore Hills! Follow us on Facebook to see highlights of student learning, school events, and the incredible things our Wildcats are doing every day. 💙💛
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Please review and save the list below so you are aware who to contact when questions arise.

Please keep in mind that we have a communication protocol at Sagamore Hills for concerns.

• If you have a concern about your student/class, you should email your child's teacher directly first!
• If the concern/issue continues, you should email the Assistant Principal: Ms. Fassinger.
• If you continue having concerns, please reach out directly to Ms. Freeman, Principal.

Skipping a step above will actually slow down the process of getting help for

your child, as the person you contact will have to back-track and gather additional information.

By starting with the person who spends the most time with your child – the teacher – you are

most likely to get the information you need and reach a solution more quickly.

If you have questions regarding any of the following items below - please contact the person listed.

• Membership Toolkit - Mr. David Lomba: website@sagamorehillsfoundation.org
• Spiritwear - Ms. Cristina Fundora: spiritwear@sagamorehillsfoundation.org
• Foundation Volunteer opportunities - Ms. Allison Porter: president@sagamorehillsfoundation.org
• Reporting your child's absence from school - email your child's homeroom teacher AND our school registrar, Ms. Jamila Stewart: jamila_stewart@dekalbschoolsga.org
• Changes in transportation - email your child's homeroom teacher AND our school secretary, Ms. Jamila Stewart: jamila_stewart@dekalbschoolsga.org. This must be done by 10am!
• Questions for the school nurse - contact Nurse Mency Theodore: mency_theodore@dekalbschoolsga.org.
• Questions about school lunch - contact our Assistant cafeteria manager, Ms. Sade Agbara: morenike_okanlawon@dekalbschoolsga.org.
• General questions pertaining to your child's class - email your child's homeroom teacher
• Questions related to school counseling and/or 504s - email one of our school counselors: Ms. Ashley Witeczek (PreK-4th): ashley_m_witeczek@dekalbschoolsga.org or Mr. Sean Patrick (5th grade and all 504 plans): sean_patrick@dekalbschoolsga.org.
• Questions related to Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) and requesting additional interventions for academic support, contact Adrienne Toliver: adrienne_toliver@dekalbschoolsga.org.
• Questions pertaining to our Special Education program: contact Ms. Jericka Harden: Jericka_K_Harden@dekalbschoolsga.org
• Questions about gifted eligibility - please contact Dr. Kristy Shackelford: kristy_shackelford@dekalbschoolsga.org.
• Questions pertaining to After School Academy (ASA) - please contact the co-directors: Ms. Cherri Latimer: and Ms. Unique Hankins: saghiles-asacademy@dekalbschoolsga.org.
• Questions pertaining to class schedules, progress reports, assessments, and report cards - email our Assistant Principal, Ms. Jennifer Fassinger: jennifer_fassinger@dekalbschoolsga.org
• Questions pertaining to schoolwide operations - email Principal, Ms. Freeman: tonya_edwards@dekalbschoolsga.org

Email: tonya_edwards@dekalbschoolsga.org
Website: https://www.sagamorehillses.dekalb.k12.ga.us/
Location: 1865 Alderbrook Road, NE Atlanta, GA 30345
Phone: (678) 874-7502
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Twitter: @Sagamore_Hills