Jaguar Journal

It’s hard to believe we are already nearing the end of 2025! December will be a short but busy month at SES.

Thank you for supporting our students and staff this year—whether through volunteering, attending school events, or partnering with us to help your child succeed. The collaboration between home and school truly makes a difference and plays a vital role in each student’s growth.

Holiday parties will take place on Friday, December 19th.Your child’s teacher will share all the details soon.

Wishing you and your family a joyful holiday season and a very happy new year!
In the spirit of the season, our December Dress-Up Days for students and staff are included below.

Winter Break: December 22–January 2 ⛄

Congratulations to our newest Junior Beta Club members! These students have show excellence in academics and leadership and are committed to serving others.

Club Sponsors: L.Ayers, C.Cook, M.Gray

Congratulations to Ms. Sheppard's Class for winning the Pizza Party! They brought the most cans for our Annual Can Food Drive.

December 10th: Reading Assessment

December 11th: Math Assessment

This month, students will take the Winter NWEA MAP Assessment, which helps us measure how much they’ve grown since the beginning of the school year.

What is MAP?
MAP stands for Measures of Academic Progress. It’s an online test in Reading and Math that adapts to each child’s level.

• If your child answers a question correctly, the next one becomes a little harder.

• If they miss a question, the next one becomes a little easier.

This allows the test to find your child’s exact learning level.

What will the Winter MAP show?
The winter test gives us a mid-year check so we can:

• Celebrate growth

• See where extra practice may help

• Make sure students are on track for end-of-year goals

How can parents support?
The best way to help your child is simply to:

• Encourage them to do their best

• Make sure they get a good night’s sleep

• Arrive at school on time on testing days

MAP is just one tool we use—but it’s very helpful in guiding instruction and supporting each student’s individual progress.

Jaguar Junction (After-School Program) is putting on a Talent Show. Come out and support our talented Jaguars!

Please check our lost and found racks. We are overflowing with jackets and sweatshirts. The deadline to check lost and found will be Friday, December 19th. All items will be donated to the FISH after that date.

At Sharon Elementary, we use PBIS – Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports – to help create a safe, respectful, and welcoming school environment where all students can learn and grow. PBIS is a school-wide approach that focuses on teaching and encouraging positive behaviors.

As Jaguars, we ROAR. We are Respectful, Organized, Accepting, and Responsible. Please review and remind your child that we want to ROAR every day in the cafeteria, hallways, playground, and in the classroom. We have lots of fun plans for this school year to reward positive behaviors. The December Character trait word is Gratitude.

Upcoming Dates:

12/18/25: 2nd-5th grade-Winter Wonderland Stations