Sand Point Squirrel Spotlight

What an incredible week we’ve had together! Our students did an outstanding job during our fire drill, so much so that the Seattle Fire Department complimented their calm, focused response. It was a great example of how our Squirrels take safety seriously and look out for one another.

Looking ahead, we are so excited for our very first school-wide assembly and “Trip Around the Sun” celebration! We’ve adjusted the start time slightly to make space for the wonderful contributions our students have been preparing. Kindergarten will share our Squirrel Song, and 4th- and 5th-grade student volunteers will lead a special brief presentation on the Zones of Regulation—a process we use at Sand Point to help students recognize their emotions, support each other, and advocate for their needs.

And don’t forget—Picture Day is this Tuesday! Students should come ready to smile big and show off their Sand Point pride.

We can’t wait to celebrate, learn, and grow together as a community. Thank you for your continued support in making Sand Point a place where joy and learning go hand in hand.

With appreciation,
Dr. Stephanie Zikopoulos
Principal, Sand Point Elementary

• Tuesday, September 30: Picture Day (individual)
• Wednesday, October 1: Early Release 1:10 p.m.
• Friday, October 3: Assembly ***Updated Time*** 1:30 p.m.
• Wednesday, October 8: Early Release 1:10 p.m.
• Thursday, October 9: Curriculum Night & PTA General Membership Meeting 5:30-8 p.m.
• Friday, October 10: No School - State in Service Day for Educators
• Tuesday, October 14: Highly Capable Engagement Session meeting (see below)
• Wednesday, October 15: Early Release 1:10 p.m.
• Wednesday, October 22: Early Release 1:10 p.m.
• Friday, October 24: Move-a-Thon 1 p.m.

October’s theme of the month is Identity! This week’s word of the week is Joyful. We will focus on what parts of our identity feel joyful. Ask your students one thing about their identity that brings them joy.

We are also learning about the Zones of Regulation as part of our SEL curriculum and this week we will focus on the Red Zone. Each week we will learn new tools and skills to use when we are in each zone. Ask your students about the Blue, Green, Yellow and Red Zones.

Buddy classrooms (when our older classes partner with our younger classes) will begin next week. Students will meet their new buddies and get a chance to listen to a read aloud story and play a game with them.

We will have our first SEL assembly of the year on Zones of Regulation on Friday, October 3rd at 1:30 p.m. in the cafeteria. Kindergarten students will sing our school song, and some 4th and 5th grade students will make guest appearances with information and skits on the theme of Zones of Regulation.

All are welcome!

After-School Pick-Up Routine:

Students have assigned dismissal spots based on their transportation plan.

🚗 Car Pick-Up (Curbside)

• Follow the car line route (see arrows on the map).
• Students will wait on the playground with their class.
• A staff member will radio for your child when your car arrives.
• Please remain in your car, quickly load your child, and avoid parking in the load/unload zone.

• Park on NE 61st Street and walk down the steps to the playground.
• Parking near the school is very limited.
• Please enter through the gate door and your student will meet you along the fence in the designated family pick up area.

• If you arrive late, your child will be waiting in the office.

In order to chaperone or volunteer for Seattle Public Schools, families must complete a volunteer form with the school and district.

Please connect with the front office or your classroom teacher if you are interested in being a volunteer so we can help get you set up to support Sand Point!