Hello Silver Firs community,
The first month of school has come to a close and now we are entering October. Whereas September includes a great deal of setting expectations, getting to know each other, and determining where we are academically; October finds us better able to get into the rhythm of school. We start to have more consistency in our day-to-day or week-to-week routines. This is especially true for our third and fourth graders, who have now settled into their classroom placements. We know these shifts required flexibility from families, and we are so grateful for your patience and understanding. The addition of another classroom brings much-needed breathing space and opportunities for greater teacher support. With that, we would like to welcome Mr. Duvvuri to our Silver Firs team. Prior to following his dream of becoming a teacher, he was a scientist and team leader with expertise in biochemistry and molecular biology. His life experience leading Cub Scout troops and helping to coach baseball and softball, helped him see that where he wanted to be was in a place where he could inspire and support kids day in and day out. We are truly lucky to have him joining us this year!
Thank you to the families who joined us for our Curriculum Night last week. The aim of the evening was to provide families with a chance to walk in your child’s shoes. Where do they spend their hours at school? What does learning look like in 2026? By September 30th, you should have received information from your child’s teacher regarding the content/topics they will be learning this year. What is harder to put into writing is what that looks and feels like. We hope you felt connected and were able to experience the adventure of learning at Silver Firs alongside your child(ren) that evening.
Save the date on your calendar for Fall conferences which will be held November 2nd and 3rd (Monday and Tuesday). During these dates, students do not have class, as teachers spend both days meeting with families to discuss progress, set goals, and partner together. These conversations allow families to gain insight into their child's academic progress, social development, and classroom experience, while also providing teachers with your valuable perspective on your child's strengths, interests, and needs outside of school. Watch for sign-up information coming towards the end of the month from your child's teacher. When signing up, please let your child's teacher know if you need any accommodations such as Zoom meetings, interpreters, or if you'd like additional people to attend.
Thinking Ahead – More SFE event dates throughout the year:
Silver Firs thrives because of the strong partnership between school and home. We hope to see you often this year—at conferences, classroom celebrations, and all the moments in between that make our community so special.
Working together,
Ally Nichol
Principal, Silver Firs Elementary
