The Red Mill Reader

Where has the time gone?! It's hard to believe we are already a full month into the school year! We held our PBIS kick-off assembly, held two Back-to-School Nights, celebrated our students return to school and so much more.

This coming month, we have multiple fun-filled opportunities and events for our students and the school community. Please take a moment to look through the information below to see everything that we have in store. We hope to see you soon!

Friday, October 2

Red Mill Pride Day - wear Red Mill gear or the color red

Wednesday, October 7

PTO Trunk or Treat 6:00 pm (See PTO flyer below)

Friday, October 9

Remote Learning Day- On Scheduled Remote Learning Days, teachers will provide Choice Board activities for students to complete independently. The work will be due the following Tuesday, October 13. All students will be marked present, unless reported as absent by their parent or guardian.

Monday, October 12

No school for students and staff

Friday, October 16

Red Mill Pride Day - wear Red Mill gear or the color red

Wednesday, October 21

West Shore Unity Day - Students, staff, and the community wear the color orange to promote kindness, acceptance, and inclusion as we stand united against bullying.

Thursday, October 22

Glow Family Night 5:30pm (See flyer below)

Thursday, October 29

Spirit Day - Wear Fall Colors

Fall Classroom Parties- For those volunteering (as coordinated by our PTO), please come to the front vestibule. Office team members will be there to greet you and help get you pointed in the right direction.

AM Kindergarten- 10:45am

Grades 1-4 & PMK- 2:30pm

Friday, October 30

No school for students

Parent conference day - Keep an eye out for teacher communication on how to schedule a conference!

We’re excited to enter into our 2nd year of the Principal’s Panel! This group is made up of selected fourth-grade students who will serve as representatives, sharing feedback directly with Mr. Marshall and Mrs. Tofani about what’s going well in our school and what could be improved. Their voices will help shape the student experience and ensure that Red Mill continues to be a place where every child feels safe, seen, and connected.

The goal of the Principal’s Panel is simple but powerful: to leave Red Mill better than they found it. Through thoughtful conversations, creative ideas, and a commitment to positive change, these students will help us build an even stronger school community. Each month, the Principal’s Panel will have a special section in our newsletter to share their ideas, suggestions, and celebrations with the Red Mill community. We can’t wait to hear what they have to say and see the impact of their leadership!

Regulation is an important skill that helps us manage life’s ups and downs. It supports our

ability to work, to interact with others, and to feel more comfortable throughout our day.

To put it another way, regulation supports our well-being.

To help with learning, discuss these questions together.

• What are some things we can regulate, adjust, or manage?
• What is a way you can regulate your body? How does that affect how you feel?

We'll be back next month with some more helpful tips for supporting this work at home!

At Red Mill, we know that a little kindness can go a long way! We’re inviting families to help us spread some sunshine throughout our school community by sending a special note of appreciation to a staff member. Every day, our staff works hard to support, encourage, teach, and care for our students, and a simple message letting someone know their hard work has been noticed can truly make their day. These notes are a meaningful reminder that the little things our staff do each day matter and make a difference.

This isn’t just for classroom teachers! We encourage you to recognize any staff member who makes a difference for your child—from homeroom teachers and specialists to cafeteria staff, custodians, office staff, instructional assistants, and everyone in between. Your message can come from a parent or guardian, or it can be written by your student!

Whether it’s a quick “thank you,” a story about a meaningful moment, or simply a few words of encouragement, your kindness can brighten someone’s day and spread positivity throughout our Red Mill community.

💛 Have someone you’d like to thank? Share your message by completing this Google Form! 💛

Our school is privileged to partner with New Hope Ministries to offer a Weekend Food Program for families in need. The program is free of charge. Each Friday before dismissal, students in the program receive a grocery bag filled with nutritious foods which are easy to prepare and eat over the weekend.

If you are interested in signing up for this program or would like more information, please reach out to Stephanie Shughart via Seesaw or by email at SShughart@wssd.k12.pa.us

When dropping your student off in the morning, please practice these helpful tips to ensure a smooth and safe experience for all!

• Students should exit their car when you pull up to the curb. You do not have until the crosswalk to do so.
• Students can be dropped off beginning at 8:35. Staff will remain outside until 8:55. If you arrive after 8:55, please park in an available spot, and walk your child to the office.

Thank you for your help in keeping our drop off system efficient and safe for everyone!

🎃 Click on the PDF below for some Halloween Safety Tips from our school nurses! 🎃

We will be back with another update in late October. In the meantime, be sure to check us out through both Instagram and X (@RMDolphins)!

Thank you for your continued support and engagement. We hope to see you soon!

Adam Marshall

Principal, Red Mill Elementary School

T: 717.938.3778

E-mail: amarshall@wssd.k12.pa.us

Alyssa Tofani
Assistant Principal, Red Mill Elementary School
T: 717.938.3778

E-mail: atofani@wssd.k12.pa.us

Red Mill Elementary School

700 Red Mill Road, Etters, PA 17319

Phone: 717-938-3778

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