The Weekly STAR (March 10th)

   Sandlapper's Vision

Sandlapper will prepare every student academically, socially, and emotionally to be creative leaders in a global society.

STAR Parents,

Thank you so much for volunteering for the various events at Sandlapper! From Student Council events, PTO dances, to Treasure Chest, you have always answered the call for volunteer requests and we APPRECIATE you!  Because of you, we are able to provide engaging activities for our STAR students.  We encourage you to continue signing up for these opportunities in ParentSquare.   

Have a wonderful weekend,

Dr. Prowell, Your Proud Principal


Greetings, Star Families!

The Kids Heart Challenge at Sandlapper has officially ended, but you can still participate all month long. All you have to do is download the Kids Heart Challenge app or visit www.heart.org/KHC to register and complete the challenges.

Thank you for your support!
SOAR Registration is Open!
Are you thinking about Summer Opportunities for Academic Readiness (SOAR)? Elementary SOAR will be held June 12th until June 29th from 8 a.m. until 2 p.m. (Monday - Thursday). Parents can register students for SOAR in Parent Portal. SOAR registration will close TODAY! 

SOAR Registration

From web browser:

  1. Log into Parent Portal.

  2. Click the Forms icon on the left.

  3. Select the SOAR Registration form.

  4. You may submit for the selected student
     OR submit for the family by clicking on the arrow next to the
     Submit button.

From Mobile device:

  1. Open the PowerSchool app.

  2. Tap the More [...] Icon at the bottom.

  3. Tap Forms.

  4. Select the SOAR Registration form

  5. You may choose to submit for the selected student OR for the family using the blue buttons at the bottom of the form.

Some of  you have asked about the yearbook and we are happy to announce that the 2022-2023 Sandlapper Elementary School Yearbook can be ordered on Parent Portal! Reserve yours today!
Richland Two has provided resources about Free/Reduced Lunch. 
Parents, remember you can apply for free/reduced meal rates throughout the school year. If a household qualifies for free or reduced-rate meals the new status is effective the day the application is processed until the end of the year. Unfortunately, an adjustment to a meal status will not affect the current balance as the federal government does not allow meal status to be backdated. You can apply and check your child/children's meal status by logging in at https://family.titank12.com/. To obtain current cafeteria balance information, please refer to the parent portal https://www.studentquickpay.com/richland2/. You can make payments through the parent portal, https://www.studentquickpay.com/richland2/, or by sending a check to the cafeteria. If you choose to pay by check, please include your home address and phone number along with the child's name. Feel free to reach out to me or Nicole Burns (nburns@richland2.org) if you have any questions.

* 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
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. 
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.

 ParentSquare is our communications platform. 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!


"Can Minecraft be More Than Just a Game?"
The Influential Parent Podcast ep. 18
In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Tim Swick, The Computer Immersion Magnet Lead at Sandlapper Elementary School. He shares how his teachers and students have used the popular game, Minecraft, in school. Using Minecraft Education in the classroom has engaged students in learning and building future-ready skills, such as creativity, problem-solving, and systems thinking. It is pretty interesting to hear just how much our children are learning through "play." To listen, click here.
Click the image above to hear more tips for parents in the digital age!


Dear Richland Two families,


Each year, the South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) administers a Climate Survey for parents and guardians. This year, the SCDE will again collect these surveys using PowerSchool. Please, take a moment to log in to the PowerSchool Parent Portal to complete the survey today. 




Greetings Richland Two families!

The next virtual parent seminar presented by the R2 Social Emotional Wellness Initiative is on March 23rd. Space is limited. Click here to REGISTER TODAY!
Our school has joined THE HEALTHY SCHOOL CHALLENGE. We are taking steps for a healthier heart and body by joining the For the Love of Justice Memorial 5K & Fun Run!  The school with the most student participation will win $1000 for their Physical Education Department!  Help our school meet this challenge by registering today!  Date: March 26, 2023, 3:00 pm
More Info:
The Fun Run is for youth aged 10 and under for $15 or students and parents may choose to run/walk the 5K for $30. This would be a great opportunity for any of your running clubs and faculty/staff groups!   There will be Music, Food Trucks, Free Stretching by Stretch Zone and Chair Massages,  Hydration Station featuring BodyArmor, Snacks, and much more! 

WHY WE RUN
We run in memory of 1st LT Justice R. Stewart, a fallen United States Marine Corps officer and Richland Two graduate who had a giving heart, a selfless soul, an infectious laugh, and a heartwarming smile. She was artistic, confident, and ambitious, setting goals years in advance. 1st LT Stewart tragically lost her life while she was on a run. We run for her. Every time our foot hits the pavement, it is symbolic of a heartbeat, bringing life into the memories that 1st LT Stewart left behind to share with the world.

Thanks for helping us share this exciting event with the community! Together we will finish the run that Justice didn't have the opportunity to finish.  We will run in solidarity FOR THE LOVE OF JUSTICE in BOTH SC AND NC!  
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