Sandlapper's Vision
Sandlapper will prepare every student academically, socially, and emotionally to be creative leaders in a global society.
Greetings Sandlapper Families,
Your child will bring home his/her 3rd Quarter Report Card today. Please keep in mind that this is a picture of your child’s achievement so far this school year. Your child’s report card is one reflection of his/her progress towards the end of the year academic expectations.
Often parents ask me, “What do I do with the information I get from my child’s report card?”
I’ve listed a few of my suggestions below:
- Acknowledge your child for the improvements he/she has made or for the hard work he/she has been putting into learning. It is very important for students to understand that their level of effort in school directly affects their progress towards meeting academic standards. Praise their effort and hard work rather than saying things like, “you are so smart” or “school is so easy for you.” Instead share comments like, “I can tell you have been working really hard in reading” or “I know you sometimes get frustrated in math class, but I am proud of you for not giving up and asking questions when you need help.” Specific praise is most beneficial to children.
- If your child is having difficulty in a specific area, talk with the teacher about ways you can support your child at home without it feeling like “extra work.” And, again, focus on their effort in class rather than their “grade.”
- If your child is excelling, encourage him or her to continue to work hard.
- The behaviors of lifelong learners are just as important (and sometimes more important) as academic content knowledge. Students who work well with others, contribute to their classroom community, produce quality work, and think critically about their own learning will be successful after high school. Those are the traits that colleges and employers are looking for.
- And remember, while every child has areas in need of improvement, it’s just as important to celebrate his/her successes! So, discuss the report card with your child and feel free to celebrate any small steps forward!
We hope you will closely follow your student’s academic progress and work with his or her teacher(s) to help ensure academic success. Working together as a team, we can improve not only how well our students are performing individually, but how our school is performing as a whole. There is nothing more important to administrators and teachers at Sandlapper Elementary School than ensuring that students are ready for the next step in their academic careers. Thank you for sharing your child with us. If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact your child's teacher via ParentSquare. If you need assistance accessing ParentPortal to track your student's progress, please contact Mr. Potter, our Student Data Coordinator, at capotter@richland2.org.
Your Proud Principal,
Dr. Prowell
National Assistant Principals Week, April 3–7, 2023, is a celebration of the unsung heroes in our education system. These dedicated folks work tirelessly to bolster teachers, motivate students, support our principal, create a positive learning community, and face the many unpredictable challenges that land on their desk.
Assistant Principals play a crucial role, and this week is a dedicated time to recognize them for their hard work and commitment to our schools, students, and profession. Please join us in celebrating the incredible, dynamic duo, Mrs. Burns-Roberts and Mr. Isaac!
MAP® (Measures of Academic Progress®)
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is MAP?
MAP assessments are computer adaptive achievement tests in Mathematics and Reading.
2. What are computer adaptive tests?
The computer adjusts the difficulty of the questions so that each student takes a unique test. The difficulty of each question is based on how well the student has answered previous questions.
3. What is the purpose of the Measures of Academic Progress (MAP) assessment?
MAP is a measurement of student growth over time. MAP assessments provide detailed, actionable data about where each child is on his or her unique learning path. MAP assessments track student progress throughout a year and across school years, and by being linked to software tools which can assist teachers and administrators in planning instruction.
4. What are the uses of MAP?
MAP tests are based on a continuum of skills in Mathematics and Reading from low skill levels to high skill levels. MAP assessments help teachers identify the instructional level of the student and also provide context for determining where each student is performing in relation to local or state standards and national norms. MAP reports allow teachers to better target instruction based on students’ strengths and needs. Teachers use formative assessments, state and local assessments, and MAP data to monitor students’ progress and screen students for interventions and enrichment. The MAP reports will provide teachers with additional knowledge of where a student’s strengths are and if additional support is needed in any specific area. Teachers will use this information to help guide instruction in the classroom and create flexible groupings to better differentiate lessons based on content.
Junior Beta Club is having its annual Eggstravaganza on Thursday, April 6th. Your STAR will probably need a bag or basket to collect eggs during the hunt.
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 before April 7th.
April 24th - April 28th
All purchases through the Scholastic Book Fair benefit our school. If you would like to volunteer at the book fair, check your ParentSquare post to sign up. Thanks for supporting our kids! Happy reading!
The 2022-2023 Sandlapper Elementary School Yearbook can be ordered on Parent Portal! Reserve yours today!
Attention 5th Grade Parents!
Does your child have talent? If so, it is time for your rising 6th grader to begin signing up for Visual and Performing Arts in middle school. Please don't forget to sign up when selecting your class schedule. Whether it be band, chorus, dance, orchestra, or visual arts, Richland School District Two's Art Programs is where talent soars! If your child is interested, please complete the 2022-2023 Rising Sixth Grade Interest Form by May 5th!
Thank you,
Ms. Brunson, Art Teacher at Sandlapper Elementary School
Does your child have talent? If so, it is time for your rising 6th grader to begin signing up for Visual and Performing Arts in middle school. Please don't forget to sign up when selecting your class schedule. Whether it be band, chorus, dance, orchestra, or visual arts, Richland School District Two's Art Programs is where talent soars! If your child is interested, please complete the 2022-2023 Rising Sixth Grade Interest Form by May 5th!
Thank you,
Ms. Brunson, Art Teacher at Sandlapper Elementary School
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.
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