Sandlapper's Vision
Sandlapper will prepare every student academically, socially, and emotionally to be creative leaders in a global society.
Greetings Sandlapper Families,
Sincerely,
Dr. Prowell
I hope your students enjoyed their first week back with a new Principal! I have absolutely loved every moment of my first week here at Sandlapper. The students are a joy to work with and I am confident that this will be a great year for all of us.
I am excited to get to know your children and work with them to reach their full potential. I am committed to creating a positive and supportive learning environment for all students and I believe that with your support, we can achieve great things.
Thank you for entrusting your children to me and please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or concerns. I am here to support you and your child's education. Looking forward to seeing you at our CS & Math Family Night on January 10th where you can come meet me, your new principal.
I am excited to get to know your children and work with them to reach their full potential. I am committed to creating a positive and supportive learning environment for all students and I believe that with your support, we can achieve great things.
Thank you for entrusting your children to me and please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or concerns. I am here to support you and your child's education. Looking forward to seeing you at our CS & Math Family Night on January 10th where you can come meet me, your new principal.
Sincerely,
Dr. Prowell
Sandlapper will begin dismissal at 11am. If you have a change of transportation that day, please complete the 2022-2023 Transportation Change Form by clicking here or scanning the QR code below:
FEDERAL IMPACT SURVEY
What is it?
Richland School District Two schools are funded primarily by local taxes. However, due to the large federal presence in our area and the tax exemptions available to federally-connected personnel, businesses, and agencies, Richland School District Two is eligible to apply for federal Impact Aid funds.
Impact Aid is a federal program designed to assist local school districts that enroll federally connected students. Federally connected students are children of active duty uniformed services personnel, children who live on federal property, and children whose parents work on federal property. The Impact Aid Program funds become a part of Richland School District Two’s general operating budget and are critical to maintaining high standards for educational excellence.
What do I have to do?
We need your assistance in identifying students with federal connections. This year families can complete this form online via Parent Portal. All you have to do is log into your parent portal account and complete the Impact Aid Survey. The survey can be completed in 5 minutes or less. The survey must be completed for each of your students.
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Scroll down to Student Fees on the left side of the screen | Click on your student(s) nameThe survey must be completed for each of your students. | You will see the link to the survey |
One Book, One School
When we return to school in January 2023, our 2nd - 5th graders will begin reading a fictional novel titled The Wild Robot. The Wild Robot by Peter Brown is a charming tale of a robot who is washed ashore on an island inhabited only by animals. ROZZUM unit 7134, or Roz, is not designed for the wilderness, but she is programmed with survival instincts and the ability to learn. At first, the other animals call her a monster, but after she adopts an orphaned gosling, she gradually becomes part of the animal community and makes the wilderness her home. The content is very rich and covers many topics, including positive mindsets, stereotypes, acceptance, and violence. Feel free to check this book out from your local library to pre-read it or read along with your child as we progress through the chapters in January.
- Publication Date: April 5, 2016
- Reading Level: Lexile Measure 740L, Scholastic Guided Reading Level R
- Interest Level: Grades 2-5
- Major Awards: The Kirkus Prize 2016 Nominee, Young Readers * ALA Notable Books for Children Nominee–Summer 2016, Fiction * NCTE Charlotte Huck Award for Outstanding Fiction for Children 2017, Honor * New York Public Library 2016 Best Books for Kids, Fiction * Goodreads Choice Awards 2016, Middle Grade & Children’s * Booklist 2016 Editors’ Choice, Books for Youth, Middle Readers, Fiction * ALSC Notable Children’s Books 2017
Directory Information in Parent Portal
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, 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.
Middle School Magnets/Choice Opportunities
Dear 5th Grade Families,
Richland School District Two has many learning opportunities for students through the Magnet and Choice Program.
If you were unable to attend our virtual Middle School Magnet Assembly, you can access the full recording of the assembly on all the magnet choices from link in the ParentSquare post sent on Wednesday, December 7th.
The magnet/choice application window opened on Monday, December 12th and closes Friday, January 25th at 5pm. For more information including frequently asked questions and a a schedule of school information nights, please visit the Choice Program page. Using the online Choice Application, parents may apply each January and May for placement that will take effect the following school year.
Thanks.
Megan Allen
Sandlapper School Counselor
22-23 Middle School Magnet Program Information.
Click HERE for more information.
Middle School Magnets Shadowing Days and Tours.
Click HERE for more information.
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/
* 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:
- Receive messages from the school via email, text, or app notification
- Choose to receive information as it comes or all at once with a daily digest at 6 pm
- Communicate in your preferred language
- Direct message teachers and staff
- Participate in group messages
- Sign up for parent-teacher conferences
If you have questions or need assistance with ParentSquare, please contact Ms. Dinkins at kdinkins@richland2.org. She is happy to help!
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