Saltar's Point Otter News

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Dear Saltar’s Point Families,

I hope this message finds you well as we settle into the new school year. I want to take a moment to share a few important reminders to help keep our school community safe and running smoothly.

Working closely with the Town of Steilacoom, we determined that the safest and most efficient place for student drop-off and pick-up is in the front of the school, entering on 3rd Street. Please use this route for all student drop-off and pick-up. We ask that you do not use 2nd Street near the bus loop, as this area is reserved for buses only. Cars in this area create congestion and pose a safety risk for our students and drivers. Also, please do not park on Beech Street as the Anderson Island student bus will need to park there in order to make the ferry on time.

In addition, I’d like to remind families of our cell phone and smartwatch policy. To minimize distractions and ensure a positive learning environment, all devices must remain turned off and stored in backpacks during the school day. Students are welcome to use them before or after school, but not during instructional time. If you need to get a message to your student, please call the main office and we will be happy to make sure the message is shared.

Thank you for supporting these procedures and helping us maintain a safe and focused learning environment for all students. We appreciate your cooperation!

Thank you,
Alex Clauson
Principal, Saltar’s Point Elementary

As the school counselor, one of my goals is to ensure that I’m supporting all students in the best way possible. To do this, I will be sharing a Needs Assessment Survey with the students. This short survey helps me understand the specific needs within our school—whether academic, emotional, or social—so I can plan lessons, small groups, OtterTalks, and other supports that keep our students engaged. Should you have any questions, or if you would like to opt your child out of the survey, please contact Mrs. Williams at swilliams@steilacoom.k12.wa.us.

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Sarah Williams

School Counselor

Saltar's Point Elementary School

Dear Families,

We’d like to share a few important reminders to help our school days run smoothly:

School Hours

• Doors open at 8:35 a.m. Please do not drop off prior to 8:35 a.m., we do not have supervision prior to 8:35 a.m. for students.

• Classes begin promptly at 8:40 a.m.

• Dismissal is at 3:10 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday

• Dismissal is at 2:10 p.m. on Wednesdays

Dismissal Changes

If your child’s dismissal plan changes (car rider, bus, or after-school care), please notify the office no later than 2:00 p.m. (or by 1:00 p.m. on Wednesdays). This ensures we can safely communicate changes to your child and their teacher.

Attendance

• If your child will be absent, please call the school office before 9:00 a.m. or email us at saltarspointoffice@steilacoom.k12.wa.us.

• For excused absences, please provide a doctor’s note or written explanation when your child returns.

• Consistent attendance is essential for learning—thank you for making school a priority!

Coming in late or leaving early?

• This year we have a new tardy kiosk, this is the same system they use at the middle school and the high school.

• If you are picking your student up early, please have your picture ID with you. If you have someone other than yourself picking up your student please make sure they are in your emergency contacts and that they have their picture ID when they come in.

To keep our school safe and healthy for all students, please remember:

• Allergies: Many of our students have severe food allergies. Although we are not currently nut free, please avoid sending items with peanuts or tree nuts.

• Sharing Food: For everyone’s safety, students should only eat the food they bring from home or receive from the school cafeteria—no sharing with others.

• Healthy Choices: We encourage balanced snacks and lunches to help students stay focused and energized.

• Celebrations: If you’d like to send a treat for a birthday or class event, please coordinate with your child’s teacher in advance.

• Pre-Packaged Items: All food items brought to school must be in a sealed, pre-packaged container with the ingredients list clearly printed.

• First Two Weeks: No celebrations with food brought to school may occur within the first two weeks of school.

Thank you for helping us make Saltar’s Point a safe, inclusive place for every student.

Saltar's Withdrawal Form

Saltar's Planned Absence Form

District website

Saltar's Point school website

Saltar's Point Facebook page

ParentSquare

Skyward

If your student has a fine/fee or if you want to put money on their lunch account you can pay online through https://wa-steilacoom.intouchreceipting.com/signin.

If your student has a lost book(s), the fine can be removed either from payment, finding and returning the book(s), or replacing the book.

One of the platforms SHSD uses to announce school delays or closures is the FlashAlert alert system.

FlashAlert has released a new version of their mobile app. Please first delete the existing FlashAlert app from your mobile device and then install the new version.

FlashAlert iOS app on the Apple App Store

FlashAlert Android app on the Google Play Store

We would love to have you volunteer, if you are a new parent to the district please click on the link to get signed up to volunteer.

If you are a current volunteer in the district please contact the volunteer coordinator to make sure that Saltar's Point is added to your profile.

If your student is moving up to Pioneer Middle School make sure you reach out to our volunteer coordinator to have Pioneer added to your profile.