I hope you all had a restful and refreshing Fall Break! We are excited to welcome our students back soon and kick off a busy and fun-filled October.

We have some great events coming up, starting with our 17th Annual 5K Spooky Run on Saturday, October 26th. Right after the race, we'll also be celebrating Make a Difference Day. Additionally, our amazing PTA will be launching the STEP IT UP Fundraiser, which kicks off on Wednesday, October 16th. Keep an eye out for information that will be sent home with your student on Wednesday. This year's fundraiser proceeds will go toward enhancing classroom instructional materials, student resources, campus improvements, and school-wide activities. We're particularly excited about using part of these funds to help purchase a new marquee for our school. The PTA continues to play a crucial role in enriching our learning environment and organizing family events that keep us connected as a community.

As we start the new quarter, I want to thank you in advance for reinforcing the importance of consistent school attendance. We do, however, understand that there will be times when your child may need to stay home due to illness. Sometimes, students may feel a bit unsure—wanting to come to school but not feeling quite themselves. If that happens, please inform your child's teacher, and we’ll be sure to keep an eye on how they’re feeling. We appreciate your partnership in striking this balance, as your child's health and well-being remain our top priorities.

I’m looking forward to a productive and exciting second quarter. As always, thank you for your continued support and collaboration!

Warmly,
Ken Graff
Principal

Sycamore Elementary School