Eagle News

SME newsletter for families and the community

Dear Parents,

I hope this message finds you well and in good spirits. As we navigate the academic year, the health and well-being of our students remain a top priority. With this in mind, I would like to share some important tips and suggestions on ways we can collectively ensure the health and wellness of our beloved children.

Encourage a Balanced Diet:
- Ensure your child starts the day with a nutritious breakfast.
- Pack a well-balanced lunch with a variety of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains.
- Limit sugary snacks and opt for healthier alternatives.
Stay Hydrated:
- Remind your child to drink water regularly throughout the day.
- Provide a reusable water bottle for school to encourage hydration.
Adequate Sleep:
- Establish a consistent bedtime routine to ensure your child gets enough sleep.
- Limit screen time before bedtime for better sleep quality.
Regular Exercise:
- Encourage at least 60 minutes of physical activity each day, whether through sports, outdoor play, or family activities.
Hand Hygiene:
- Remind your child about the importance of washing hands regularly, especially before meals and after using the restroom.
- Provide hand sanitizer for use when soap and water are not readily available.
Open Communication:
- Keep open lines of communication with your child about their feelings and concerns.
- Let us know if there are any specific health considerations we should be aware of.

By working together, we can create a supportive environment that promotes the overall health and well-being of our students. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to our school nurse or your child's teacher. Thank you for your continued partnership in fostering a healthy and thriving community at Six Mile Elementary.

Construction

Building construction continues to be on track to be finished by July. The spray foam subcontractor mobilized on Wednesday, 2/7, to begin the processing of spraying insulation on the exterior walls of the building. Masons will start laying the brick veneer exterior walls as soon as the spray foam insulation installation is complete. The mechanical, electrical, and plumbing subcontractors continue to make good progress on the interior of the building. Ductwork is on site and being prepared for installation. Plumbers are working on drain lines and should be ready for third-party testing of the plumbing infrastructure in the next few weeks. The site contractor has completed the major components of the detention pond and is beginning to install the new sewer line that serves the building. We are excited about the progress being made!

Abundabox

Check to see if you are qualified to receive a free health pack for your family.

Inside the HealthPacks – monthly boxes filled with over-the-counter tests for COVID and other seasonal illnesses, vitamins, a pre-charged food card for buying healthy foods, product samples, and more. Additionally, our AbundaConnect service provides free talk, text, and data, ensuring our customers stay connected.

February Calendar

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Best of the Nest

Each month at Six Mile Elementary, we focus on different character traits and talk about ways to show those traits to others. We discuss the trait in morning meeting in our classrooms. We spotlight the trait on the school news show. Mrs. Orr, our guidance counselor, goes into classrooms and does special lessons with the trait. At the end of each month, we have a Best of the Nest party to honor those students who "shine" in that area.

This month, our word is KINDNESS.

Kindness is showing others they are valuable by how you treat them

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Absence Notes

If your student is absent, you have three days to send a note stating the reason for their absence before it is counted unexcused. You can send a handwritten note or you can email Stephanie Merck at stephaniemerck@pickens.k12.sc.us. You can also email your child's teacher.

When students have accumulated 3 absences in a row without a note, Mrs. Plyler will have to schedule a meeting for an Attendance Conference. Please make sure to get your note in so that this does not happen.

Ingles Tools for Schools

It is easy to link your card to the Ingles Tools for Schools program. Just visit https://www.ingles-markets.com/savings/sg2/education/tools-for-schools and click on the link on the right side to link your card.

Type in the information requested and link to Six Mile Elementary. Every time you make a purchase, we will get money donated to the school. It's that easy!