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Congratulations, Sandlapper Family!
We earned MSA's prestigious
Magnet School of Distinction Merit Award!
Thank you Ms. Allen and Mrs. Sullivan for ALL that you do for us STARS!
Bus Driver & Monitor Appreciation
February is designated as “Love the Bus Month” by the American School Bus Council.
In conjunction with Love the Bus Month, the week of February 13 – 17 is set aside as Bus Driver Appreciation Week in South Carolina.
This is an opportunity to emphasize the importance of School Bus Drivers and Monitors throughout our district. Please show gratitude and appreciation for all of their hard work and the job they do.
Student Council is proud to present their annual Black History Month Block Party! Come join the fun on Tuesday, February 28th between 4pm and 6pm. In order to attend this fun-filled event, you must purchase a $2 wristband by Wednesday, February 22nd. Members of Student Council will be in the C/D circle between 7:15am and 7:30am every morning from Feb. 17th to 22nd for students to purchase wristbands. Remember, students must be accompanied by a trusted adult so they will need to purchase at least 2 wristbands by February 22nd. Cash only. L.O.A.D.S. of Flavour Food Truck will be on site during the block party!
Award-Winning Books To Read During Black History Month (and beyond)
Here are ten outstanding books by black authors that center around black protagonists and historical figures. This hand-picked list includes many recent award winners from the 2023 American Libray Association Youth Media Awards and spans various genres from nonfiction to fantasy to realistic fiction. You'll also see a mix of formats including picture books (for readers of all ages), novels in verse, graphic novels, and prose novels.
Parents and Guardians,
February is usually the month that our Influenza/ Flu numbers begin to rise again. Upper respiratory infections/ colds are also on the rise.
If your child is not feeling well, please keep them home. Please do not medicate them with cough or cold medicine with acetaminophen or ibuprofen, which will mask a fever. Once the acetaminophen or ibuprofen wears off, the child’s fever returns and they do not feel well. You will be called to pick them up.
Influenza/ Influenza-like Illness (ILI)
is defined as an oral temperature of > 100° F with a cough and/or sore throat for which there is no other known cause.
Stay home from school/ work until at least 24 hours after fever has resolved without the use of fever-reducing medicines
ILI without a known cause will require negative COVID-19 testing (unless previous COVID infection within the past 90 days) or completion of COVID19 exclusion
A stomach bug is also circulating. Please keep your child home if they have nausea, vomiting, and/ or diarrhea. Make sure they drink plenty of fluids. If your child is unable to hold liquids down, or is lethargic, please contact your child’s healthcare provider.
Strep Throat is also making an appearance. Common symptoms include a severe sore throat with or without fever and not eating due to pain with swallowing food. Encourage sips of fluid every 10 - 15 min in order to keep them hydrated. If your child is unable to hold liquids down, or is lethargic, please contact your child’s healthcare provider.
The best defense is good handwashing. Teach your child to scrub all sides of their hands using friction while singing Happy Birthday twice. The friction is the key part of handwashing to remove germs and debris.
Valentine’s Day is coming soon. Please consider choosing to give non-food treats or foods that are not from
the top 9 allergens (milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, wheat, fish, shellfish and sesame)
“Each year on February 14, friends and loved ones share cards, candy, gifts and flowers with their favorite Valentines. Holidays like Valentine’s Day can create heightened risk for exposure to food allergens, especially for children participating in classroom activities, and this added stress can make it hard for families managing food allergies to enjoy the celebration. FARE wants to help you and your child stay safe this Valentine’s Day with these 5 simple tips.
Prepare ahead of time. Talk to your child’s teacher and classmates about the importance of having a celebration that ensures the safety and inclusion of all students, including those with food allergies.
Practice with your child to come up with phrases they are comfortable using to politely decline unsafe treats.
If giving out treats to classmates and friends, consider giving out non-food treats or candies that are free from the top 9 allergens, such as hard candies and lollipops free from milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, wheat, fish, shellfish and sesame.
Check the label. Valentine’s Day is a great opportunity to teach adults and kids in the class about food labels and how to read them. Reemphasize to children that sweets shouldn’t be eaten unless a trusted adult has read the label and said it’s ok.Hand out Valentines to classmates. Valentine exchanges are a great way to show classmates and friends you care about them with a fun card. Download FARE’s free printable Valentine’s cards to let them know you “teal-y” like them!"
Through a partnership with the South Carolina Department of Education and the South Carolina State Library, Tutor.com is available for families 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Students have access to highly qualified tutors in over 200 content areas. In addition, Tutor.com provides test prep assistance, skills coaching and help with specific math and essay writing questions. It can also assist students with time management and planning strategies. Click the links below for more info.
Some of you may have received an email from Richland Two regarding your student's directory information. If you initially chose the option to not allow Richland Two to share certain information, such as name and/or photo this means that we at Sandlapper are also not able to include your child in any publications including but not limited to our yearbook, class pictures, award/promotion programs, Family Night celebrations, honor rolls, etc. If you would like to change your student's choice so we can include your child(ren) in publications, such as the yearbook, watch the video below.
If you have a change of transportation for your child(ren), please complete the 2022-2023 Transportation Change Form prior to 2pm on the requested day. Changes in transportation will not be received after 2pm. If you would like to check your student out early, please be sure to complete the form prior to 2pm.
Richland Two has provided resources about Free/Reduced Lunch.
* For detailed information about the program including instructions for how to apply: https://www.smore.com/s9vqj
* If no information is needed, but families simply wish to create an account and apply online:https://family.titank12.com/
* To apply using a paper application: Paper applications must be sent to
Richland 2 Support Service Center
ATTN: Nicole Holley-Burns
124 Risdon Way
Columbia, SC 29223
ParentSquare is our new unified communications platform that will replace Blackboard. It offers a whole host of tools that allows district, school administrators, and teachers to more effectively communicate and engage with families and students.
Here’s what you can do with ParentSquare:
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