The Parrots' Nest

Hello Pontiac Families,

Pontiac's 2020-2021 School Improvement Council goal is to support LITERACY. This reading initiative does that by increasing exposure to literature and building excitement about books while spotlighting guest readers. As we say at Pontiac, this initiative is a WIN-WIN!

In the past, we have welcomed guest readers into our classrooms. However, due to current safety concerns, we are no longer able to do that. This reading initiative has provided us a wonderful opportunity to welcome guest readers from all over the country!

Our goal is to feature one reader from each state daily on our news show. So far, we have had readers from Oregon, Wyoming, Arkansas, Florida, and Maryland. So, we are still looking for readers from 45 states!

If you have a family member or friend in another state who would be willing to record themselves reading to our students, please submit their name on this Google Form.

They will then use this link on Flipgrid to record their reading. In their video, please have them say the name of the Pontiac student who submitted their name and the state they are representing.

Watch this video for more detailed instructions.

Thank you again for your support of LITERACY and our Pontiac Parrots!

Picture day is coming to Pontiac! Strawbridge Studio is hosting our Picture Day this year.

If your student is a face to face learner, your child's CONTACTLESS photo will be taken on February 12 before students are dismissed at 11:30am.

If your student is a virtual learner and you would like your child's CONTACTLESS photo taken, please schedule a photograph time using the link. These appointments will be held between 1pm and 3pm on February 12.

Thank you for your flexibility as we have had to reschedule these photos multiple times this year.

Please notify Nurse Larck if your child is on quarantine, isolation or a close contact for COVID-19. This applies to our elearning students as well.

Remember to wash your hands, wear a mask, and socially distance.

Important Details:

Lottery opened December 14th

Lottery closes January 27th

Parents Notified if Selected on March 15th

More information? Contact Magnet Lead, Molly Robbins at 699.2700

If your child is experiencing technical issues with their Chromebook, there are a few simple things you can try at home to help troubleshoot the problem. Some common issues that students may experience include internal microphone issues, sound issues, and websites not loading. More often than not, these issues can be resolved by completing a simple heath check of your child's device. Watch this video for some troubleshooting tips that may help resolve many of your child's device issues.

Richland Library and Richland Two have partnered to provide a library card for every student in the district. This project is part of the nationwide initiative: Leaders Library Card Challenge.

• For students under 13, parents/guardians can complete an online form at www.richlandlibrary.com/librarycard.

• Teachers who live in Richland County and/or work in a Richland County school can apply for a free Education card. Contact Richland Library to learn more.

• For any questions about the ConnectED program and these library accounts, contact Richland Library by phone: 803.799.9084 or by email: Ask a Librarian.

STUDENT SHOWCASE that was scheduled for January 28 has been cancelled. We are working on revisions to the event and will pass along information at a later date.

January 22 - Early Dismissal 11:30 am

January 25 - Student Holiday - No Classes

January 29 - College Colors Day

January 29 - Early Dismissal 11:30 am

Please be sure to follow us on our social media platforms for up to date information as well as a glimpse into our school! We are so excited to welcome your family to our school family!

Website: https://www.richland2.org/pe/
Location: 500 Spears Creek Church Road, Elgin, SC, USA
Phone: 803 699-2700
Facebook: facebook.com/Pontiac
Twitter: @PontiacElem