For my last newsletter to you, I wanted to say that it has been an honor and a privilege to serve as your children's Principal. I am very proud of what has been accomplished this year from our staff and students. We had our first "normal" year in a while and the resilience and growth that has occurred was admirable. There is still work to be done. I am optimistic for next year and as a school, we will plan over the summer to support great outcomes for our kids and we will continue to support academic and social-emotional growth. A special thank you to the 5th grade students and families as they head to middle school. It was an absolute joy to spend time with them and watch them grow into themselves. We wish them the best of luck as they continue their academic journey!

Last week was Nurse Appreciation week. I am so appreciative of our wonderful nurse, Mrs. Virginia Wilson. If you see her this week, let her know that she is appreciated!!!

A reminder that our last day of school is Thursday May 25th. It is a NOON DISMISSAL.

Report cards will be coming home in backpacks next week on the last day of school.

Year End Party:

The end of the school year is just around the corner and we want to celebrate!
Please join us at the End of the Year Party next Thursday, May 25th happening at Tilles Park right after school gets out (12:00pm)
See the flyer for more details! This event is FREE so we hope to see everyone there!

Summer Camp Opportunities:
Sherwood Forest Camp

Sherwood Forest is still accepting youth in 1st-6th grade to participate in a low-cost residential summer camp program. Sherwood Forest's residential program consists of traditional camp activities like canoeing and tie dye, as well as reading, ecology, and social and emotional learning. Program length ranges from 7 to 28 days, depending on camper's age. For more information or to register for camp, reach out to the Camp Director at alexisn@sherwoodforeststl.org or visit https://www.sherwoodforeststl.org/register/.

Building Futures Camp

At Building Futures Camp, our young builders can make their own animal- inspired furniture, lawn games, garden art, and other fun projects! Campers will learn skills and work on finishing techniques to create projects. Our young entrepreneurs (14 years and older) can earn $15/hour and participate in a small business experience by marketing and selling their pieces at the Tower Grove Farmers Market at our July & August Market Days!

https://buildingfuturesstl.org/

Tin tức thư viện:

Take the PCS Library Summer Reading Challenge!

Choose a reading bingo, St. Louis Public Library summer reading club, Virtual summer camp, or Screen free week! Take one or more challenges (use the qr code or link to see all 4 options) and send this form back to Mrs. Ramsey when you return to school before September 1st. We will celebrate summer reading in September with an ice cream party.

PCS Summer Reading 2023

Counselor Corner:

We have a counselors page on our school website that highlights various resources for our families. Feel free to check it out! The latest Counselor connection has summer camp info on it and other topics.

PCS Counselor Website

Upcoming Dates:

May 24: 8th Grade Graduation

May 25: Last Day of School - 12:00 dismissal

Thanks and have a great week!

--
Tyson Strickler

Elementary School Principal

Supporting the curious and empowered learner since 2000

National School of Character