Dr. Susi's "Week at the Creek" Updates

Good Morning, 5th Grade Families:

It is hard to believe we are already at the end of the year!   I am reaching out this evening to share some information about our 5th grade Promotion Ceremony that will take place next Thursday, June 4th at 9:30 am. 

The doors will open for parents/families at 9:10 am on Thursday morning, after our students have entered the building and are in classrooms.  The ceremony will last about 60-70 minutes. 

Due to space limitations, and in order to ensure that all our 5th graders and their parents/families are able to have a seat in the cafeteria for the ceremony, we will be livestreaming the ceremony so that Shamona siblings of our 5th graders can watch it live in their classrooms.   Each teacher will be playing the livestream for their class so that the whole school can celebrate our 5th grade class.  

After the ceremony, we will send students to assigned locations to find their families and take photos, before having students return to their classrooms to participate in pre-planned afternoon activities with their class/teacher.    We ask that our students remain here after all families leave for the afternoon, as we want them to enjoy their last few days here at Shamona and participate in all we have planned.   

Looking forward to seeing you all next Thursday morning. 

 Dr. Susi

Good Morning, Shamona Families:

Here are a few updates for this Week at the Creek… 

SPRING FAIR THIS FRIDAY, MAY 1st!  

Games and Bounce House/Blow Ups will be open from 5:30pm- 7:00pm.  Cake Walk and 50/50 Raffles will be held at 7:00-7:30pm. We are looking to have parent volunteers oversee some of the games during the event.  Time slots will be 20 minutes, however, there are 3 involved blowups/courses that we would like to have 30 min time slots for less handoffs. Please consider volunteering here!  We are also looking for cake/cupcakes for the Cake Walk. Donate to the cake walk by clicking here!

Tickets are also on sale now!  Wristbands are available for students/siblings (4+ years old). We will be having bounce houses, balloon artists, face painting, fair games, prizes, and more!  We can't wait to see you there! Get your TICKETS HERE TODAY!

See flyer attached for more information.

SPRING BOOK FAIR

We are gearing up for our Spring Book Fair.  Historically our Book Fairs have been extremely successful and it’s due to so many people donating their time.  The Book Fairs give us the opportunity to update our Library with books that entice our children to read. In the Fall we chose a combination of $2,015 in book credit and $2,500 to put towards another common area, a gym refresh!  During the Fall Book Fair we were also able to purchase an additional 39 hardback books for our Library! Every Fair we make sure that by the end of the Book Fair, every student picks something out.   

The dates are May 8th- May 19th.  We are partnering with Mrs. Dimino and the Art Show for our Family Shopping Hours May 14th 6:00-8:00 and May 15th 4:00 - 5:30. Below are the links for dates, eWallets, classroom shopping times and Volunteer sign-ups.

Classroom Shopping Times 

Volunteer Sign-up

E-wallet Setup

Flyer

KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION

Kindergarten registration for the 26-27 school year is now open.  We are busy preparing for the upcoming school year at SC!  If you have an incoming Kindergartener, now is the time to register.  Don’t miss end of year events for our incoming K students!  Once you register, you will begin hearing from Dr. Susi regularly about those events.  If you need assistance with the registration process, please call Mrs. Peden in our main office.  We are excited to meet our newest Sharks in the upcoming months.     

Shark Shop:

Our students love the Shark Shop!  If you are interested in donating to our Shop, please use the link below: 

Amazon Wishlist:

Shark Shop Amazon Wish List

DASD CALENDAR: 

Here is the link to the 2025-26 School Year District Calendar: District Calendar - Downingtown Area School District

SOCIAL MEDIA: 

Follow us on social media for updates on what is happening at school! 

Facebook:  Shamona Creek Elementary  

Instagram:  @dasd_sc

Twitter:  @DASD_SC

Have a great week!

Dr. Susi

Dear Parents and Guardians of our 3rd, 4th and 5th Graders: 

As we move into next week, it is time for our students in Grades 3, 4, and 5 to demonstrate their hard work and academic progress. We will begin our PSSA (Pennsylvania System of School Assessment) State Testing on Tuesday, April 21st.

This year, all assessments will be completed online. Students will use their school-issued Chromebooks to complete the testing. To ensure a smooth experience for every child, we are implementing a specific device management plan for the duration of the testing window.

Here are some additional details about devices and some reminders about the testing dates:

• Please send your child to school Monday 4/20 with their Chromebook and their charger.
• Please ensure the charger is clearly labeled with your child’s name.
• Students will leave their Chromebooks at school for the next few weeks. This allows us to ensure that every student has their device available and that all devices are fully charged and updated each night.
• Please ensure your child arrives at school on time. Testing sessions begin promptly in the morning at 9:15 am.
• We kindly ask that you be mindful of the testing schedule and avoid planning doctor’s appointments or other absences during these days. It is much easier and less stressful for students to test with their peers than to complete make-up sessions.
• Students are permitted to have a water bottle at their desk. Additionally, students are allowed to bring gum or hard candy to enjoy during the assessment.
• Students are not permitted to wear smart watches during testing.

To ensure all devices are fully functional and ready for the assessment, we will begin an inventory of all technology Monday morning.

Thank you for your continued partnership and support of our school community.  Have a great weekend!  

Dr. Susi

Good Afternoon, 5th Grade Families:

Our Home & School Association has set up a store to order yard signs congratulating our 5th graders as they graduate from SC.  If you would like to order a yard sign for your yard, please use the link below.  All orders are due by 4/26.  Signs will be delivered to Shamona about 3 weeks after the closing date and you will be notified to come to the school to pick them up.  

Here is the link to order:

https://tuttlemarketing.chipply.com/SC5/

Have a great evening, 

Dr. Susi 

Good Evening, 5th Grade Families:

It is hard to believe we are already planning end of year activities for our 5th grade class!   I am reaching out this evening to share some special dates for our 5th graders so that you can save the dates and plan accordingly. 

Save the Dates:

5th Grade trip to Pennypacker:  Friday, May 29th with a rain date of June 1st or 2nd 

5th Grade Promotion Ceremony/Graduation:  Thursday, June 4th @ 9:30 am. The ceremony is a little over an hour in length.  

More details to follow.  Please see the invitation attached.  

Have a great evening,

 Dr. Susi

Good Afternoon, Shamona Families! 

Just a reminder that school with be closed Thursday, April 2^nd through Monday, April 6^th for Spring Break.  We will see all our students on Tuesday, April 7^th! 

Here are a few updates for this Week at the Creek… 

PSSA Testing:

Students in Grades 3, 4 and 5 will be taking the PSSA later in April.  Please see the attached letter for details.  Testing will begin first thing in the morning after students arrive at school.  Please be mindful of making appointments for your child during those dates, as making up the test at another time will disrupt your child’s regular school schedule. 

Here are the dates for PSSA testing:

English Language Arts (Grades 3, 4, & 5) – Tuesday-Thursday, April 21st - April 23^rd

Mathematics (Grades 3, 4, & 5)– Monday and Tuesday, April 27th and 28^th

Science (Grade 5 only)– Wednesday and Thursday, April 29th and April 30th

Students will need to come to school with their charged chromebook and charger.  I will send reminders as it gets closer to the date. 

KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION:

Kindergarten registration for the 26-27 school year is now open.  We are busy preparing for the upcoming school year at SC!  If you have an incoming Kindergartener, now is the time to register.  Don’t miss end of year events for our incoming K students!  Once you register, you will begin hearing from Dr. Susi regularly about those events.  If you need assistance with the registration process, please call Mrs. Peden in our main office.  We are excited to meet our newest Sharks in the upcoming months.     

YEARBOOKS:

Yearbooks for this school year are available for ordering.  If you would like your child to have a yearbook for this year, it must be ordered online.  We do not order additional copies to sell.  Yearbooks are distributed at the end of the year, usually in the last week of school.   Here is the link to order:

YEARBOOK ORDER LINK

Shark Shop:

Our students love the Shark Shop!  If you are interested in donating to our Shop, please use the link below: 

Amazon Wishlist:

Shark Shop Amazon Wish List

HOME AND SCHOOL ASSOCIATION NEWS…

GLOW DANCE TICKETS ARE HERE! Join us for a special 90s GLOW themed dance for all Shamona students and their favorite grownup (s) on April 10th. Dress in your favorite 90s gear - the room will be filled with black lights and colors so anything neon or white is great to really glow! 

Due to capacity limits for our multipurpose room, this dance is limited to SHAMONA STUDENTS ONLY and 2 ADULTS per family. We can't wait to see you there! PURCHASE TICKETS FOR GLOW DANCE HERE

 We are currently looking for volunteers to make this a special and memorable event for our students! Looking to catch up with other parents at the event?  Sign up to volunteer together!  We will need several parents manning the hallways and exits to ensure student safety, so what better way to do that between chatting with familiar parents! : Glow Dance Volunteer Link

Our Spirit Wear Store is now open through April 5th! Looking for your new "It's A Creek Thing" or the Shamona Phillies inspired gear? Limited time offer: Support our former Shark Will Howard, 6th round draft pick, with a Steelers inspired Shamona Shirt. C

Check out all the store has to offer here: Shamona Spirit Wear Store Link

You're invited to Beauty for a Cause! Support Shamona Creek by joining us for a special beauty event to shop, have treatments, or just mingle with other parents. There will be a special guest from Jan Marini Skin Research who will be offering complimentary skin care consultations! 15% of all services will be donated back to the school!  RSVP at the link below:

Beauty For a Cause RSVP form

DASD CALENDAR: 

Here is the link to the 2025-26 School Year District Calendar: District Calendar - Downingtown Area School District

SOCIAL MEDIA: 

Follow us on social media for updates on what is happening at school! 

Facebook:  Shamona Creek Elementary  

Instagram:  @dasd_sc

Twitter:  @DASD_SC

Have a great week!

Dr. Susi

Good Afternoon, Shamona Families! 

Here are a few updates for this Week at the Creek… 

PSSA Testing:

Students in Grades 3, 4 and 5 will be taking the PSSA later in April.  Please see the attached letter for details.  Testing will begin first thing in the morning after students arrive at school.  Please be mindful of making appointments for your child during those dates, as making up the test at another time will disrupt your child’s regular school schedule. 

Here are the dates for PSSA testing:

English Language Arts (Grades 3, 4, & 5) – Tuesday-Thursday, April 21st - April 23^rd

Mathematics (Grades 3, 4, & 5)– Monday and Tuesday, April 27th and 28^th

Science (Grade 5 only)– Wednesday and Thursday, April 29th and April 30th

Students will need to come to school with their charged chromebook and charger.  I will send reminders as it gets closer to the date. 

KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION:

Kindergarten registration for the 26-27 school year is now open.  We are busy preparing for the upcoming school year at SC!  If you have an incoming Kindergartener, now is the time to register.  Don’t miss end of year events for our incoming K students!  Once you register, you will begin hearing from Dr. Susi regularly about those events.  If you need assistance with the registration process, please call Mrs. Peden in our main office.  We are excited to meet our newest Sharks in the upcoming months.     

YEARBOOKS:

Yearbooks for this school year are available for ordering.  If you would like your child to have a yearbook for this year, it must be ordered online.  We do not order additional copies to sell.  Yearbooks are distributed at the end of the year, usually in the last week of school.   Here is the link to order:

YEARBOOK ORDER LINK

Shark Shop:

Our students love the Shark Shop!  If you are interested in donating to our Shop, please use the link below: 

Amazon Wishlist:

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/HQ0X3J2N0OY4?ref_=wl_share

HOME AND SCHOOL ASSOCIATION NEWS:

SAVE THE DATE!  The Glow Dance will be hosted on April 10th and will be 90s Glow Theme!  We are currently looking for volunteers to make this a special and memorable event for our students! Looking to catch up with other parents at the event?  Sign up to volunteer together!  We will need several parents manning the hallways and exits to ensure student safety, so what better way to do that between chatting with familiar parents! : https://shamonacreekhsa.ptboard.com/sgnvw?group=&signup=119de42d-6346-42d1-a53a-c2eb81664e8c~s.9223370264027744575

STAY TUNED FOR TICKET SALES FOR THIS EVENT!!!

Our Spirit Wear Store is now open through April 5th! Looking for your new "It's A Creek Thing" or the Shamona Phillies inspired gear? Limited time offer: Support our former Shark Will Howard, 6th round draft pick, with a Steelers inspired Shamona Shirt. Check out all the store has to offer here: https://tuttlemarketing.chipply.com/shamonacreekstaff/?action=viewall

You're invited to Beauty for a Cause! Support Shamona Creek by joining us for a special beauty event to shop, have treatments, or just mingle with other parents. There will be a special guest from Jan Marini Skin Research who will be offering complimentary skin care consultations! 15% of all services will be donated back to the school!  RSVP at the link below:

https://shamonacreekhsa.ptboard.com/formvw?store=6942&form=12

DASD CALENDAR: 

Here is the link to the 2025-26 School Year District Calendar: District Calendar - Downingtown Area School District

SOCIAL MEDIA: 

Follow us on social media for updates on what is happening at school! 

Facebook:  Shamona Creek Elementary  

Instagram:  @dasd_sc

Twitter:  @DASD_SC

Have a great week!

Dr. Susi

Good Afternoon, Shamona Families! 

Here are a few updates for this Week at the Creek… 

KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION:

Kindergarten registration for the 26-27 school year is now open.  We are busy preparing for the upcoming school year at SC!  If you have an incoming Kindergartener, now is the time to register.  Don’t miss end of year events for our incoming K students!  Once you register, you will begin hearing from Dr. Susi regularly about those events.  If you need assistance with the registration process, please call Mrs. Peden in our main office.  We are excited to meet our newest Sharks in the upcoming months.     

iReady Winter Diagnostic Reports:

Winter Benchmark results are in the parent portal in Infinite Campus in the backpack section.  All students were assessed on grade level benchmarks at the end of January.  Please reach out to your child’s teacher if you have questions about the data. 

ESARs/REPORT CARDS:

Report cards for Trimester 2 will be available in the parent portal beginning on Tuesday, March 17^th. 

YEARBOOKS:

Yearbooks for this school year are available for ordering.  If you would like your child to have a yearbook for this year, it must be ordered online.  We do not order additional copies to sell.  Yearbooks are distributed at the end of the year, usually in the last week of school.   Here is the link to order:

YEARBOOK ORDER LINK

Shark Shop:

Our students love the Shark Shop!  If you are interested in donating to our Shop, please use the link below: 

Amazon Wishlist:

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/HQ0X3J2N0OY4?ref_=wl_share

HOME AND SCHOOL ASSOCIATION NEWS:

SAVE THE DATE!  The Glow Dance will be hosted on April 10th and will be 90s Glow Theme!  We are currently looking for volunteers to make this a special and memorable event for our students! Sign up here to volunteer: https://shamonacreekhsa.ptboard.com/sgnvw?group=&signup=119de42d-6346-42d1-a53a-c2eb81664e8c~s.9223370264027744575

DASD CALENDAR: 

Here is the link to the 2025-26 School Year District Calendar: District Calendar - Downingtown Area School District

SOCIAL MEDIA: 

Follow us on social media for updates on what is happening at school! 

Facebook:  Shamona Creek Elementary  

Instagram:  @dasd_sc

Twitter:  @DASD_SC

Have a great week!

Dr. Susi

Good Afternoon, Shamona Families!

We will be hosting a K-6 New Student Open House next Wednesday, February 18th, from 4:00-4:40 pm. This event is for any new Kindergarten students who will be joining us in the Fall of 2026 or any potential new students in any grade. If you have a child who will be in Kindergarten next year, please consider joining us for the Open House. If you have neighbors who are considering SC for Kindergarten or any grade level, please tell them about this event!

See the attached flyer for more information, including how to register to attend the Open House.

Dr. Susi

Good Afternoon, Shamona Families! 

Here are a few updates for this Week at the Creek… 

5^th Grade Service Project: Souper Bowl Drive:

Our 5^th graders are participating in the annual DASD 5^th grade service project, the Souper Bowl Food Drive.  Please see the attached flier to see how families can help to support this drive. 

International Performance Assembly and Fin's International Night:

Two of our favorite annual events are coming up quickly! Our International Performance Assembly and Fin's International Night are upcoming on Thursday, February 12th, and we need help from our school community! In order to have successful events, we need some volunteers for the performance assembly and to host a table at Fin's International Night. Please see the attached flyer and visit our sign up link for more information: 

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdZFzcx2ww6amQMelO6dW-tjWZGWXqKdE3Ri2maFsF5wrWe5A/viewform?usp=header

HOME AND SCHOOL ASSOCIATION NEWS:

Here is some information from our HSA…

FACULTY STAFF LUNCH

Our HSA will be hosting our annual Souper Bowl luncheon for the teachers on February  6, 2026.  Souper Bowl:  We are looking for volunteers and donations to make the SOUPer bowl event special for the teachers! Please click the link to sign up for soups, sides, drinks, etc, to make this a wonderful lunch for our staff! https://shamonacreekhsa.ptboard.com/sgnvw?group=&signup=119de42d-6346-42d1-a53a-c2eb81664e8c~s.9223370268676971438

Short on time but want to help? Cash donations are also appreciated to use toward treating our teachers and staff! Donate here: https://shamonacreekhsa.ptboard.com/formvw?store=5272&form=19

PIZZA BINGO—SAVE THE DATE!

TICKETS FOR PIZZA BINGO WILL GO ON SALE TOMORROW MORNING AT 9:00 AM.  These tickets do sell out, so make sure to be on the lookout for the email with the link to purchase. 

DASD CALENDAR: 

Here is the link to the 2025-26 School Year District Calendar: District Calendar - Downingtown Area School District

SOCIAL MEDIA: 

Follow us on social media for updates on what is happening at school! 

Facebook:  Shamona Creek Elementary  

Instagram:  @dasd_sc

Twitter:  @DASD_SC

Have a great week!

Dr. Susi

Good Morning, Shamona Creek Families:  

Pizza Bingo is scheduled for February 20th.  Please see the below information about purchasing tickets and volunteering for desserts.

Pizza Bingo is coming Friday, February 20th! Arggghh you ready to grab your tickets and dress in your best sea costumes?! Pizza Bingo has a limited number of seats due to the multipurpose room capacity so you must purchase tickets for everyone in your party.  Only those with tickets will be admitted into the event.  Please click the link to purchase tickets and learn more about the event: https://shamonacreekhsa.ptboard.com/formvw?store=6942&form=6

We will also be hosting our Pizza Bingo Bake Sale! All  proceeds will go to the Shamona Creek Student Assistance Fund, run by Mrs. Hoffmann, to directly support our families during times of need.  If you are willing and able, please sign up to donate two dozen of your favorite sweet treats, wrapped individually. https://shamonacreekhsa.ptboard.com/sgnvw?group=&signup=119de42d-6346-42d1-a53a-c2eb81664e8c~s.9223370267843852505

Have a great day!  

Dr. Susi 

Good Afternoon, Shamona Families! 

Here are a few updates for this Week at the Creek… 

5^th Grade Service Project: Souper Bowl Drive

Our 5^th graders are participating in the annual DASD 5^th grade service project, the Souper Bowl Food Drive.  Please see the attached flier to see how families can help to support this drive. 

Pretzel Fundraiser

Families received a flier a few weeks ago about our soft pretzel fundraiser that we are holding to raise money for our gleaning garden.  The pretzels have been a HUGE hit with our students!  We did have many students and families ask if they could still sign up for this fundraiser, so we are opening up the fundraiser one last time for students to participate.  So, due to popular demand we will re-open the sign up for the next few days.  This is for students that have not signed up. Sign-up will close on Friday 1/23 and will not reopen this school year.  *IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SIGNED UP DO NOT NEED TO SIGN UP AGAIN*

Here is the link to sign up:

https://shamonacreekhsa.ptboard.com/formvw?store=6942&form=5

HOME AND SCHOOL ASSOCIATION NEWS:

Here is some information from our HSA…

Our HSA meeting is tonight, January 21^st, at 6:30 pm in the library.  All are welcome to join, as we will be planning events for the upcoming months! 

FACULTY STAFF LUNCH

Our HSA will be hosting our annual Souper Bowl luncheon for the teachers on February  6, 2026.  Souper Bowl:  We are looking for volunteers and donations to make the SOUPer bowl event special for the teachers! Please click the link to sign up for soups, sides, drinks, etc, to make this a wonderful lunch for our staff! https://shamonacreekhsa.ptboard.com/sgnvw?group=&signup=119de42d-6346-42d1-a53a-c2eb81664e8c~s.9223370268676971438

Short on time but want to help? Cash donations are also appreciated to use toward treating our teachers and staff! Donate here: https://shamonacreekhsa.ptboard.com/formvw?store=5272&form=19

PIZZA BINGO—SAVE THE DATE!

Please see our attached flyer for our Save the Date for Pizza Bingo.  Be on the lookout for tickets to go on sale soon! 

DASD CALENDAR: 

Here is the link to the 2025-26 School Year District Calendar: District Calendar - Downingtown Area School District

SOCIAL MEDIA: 

Follow us on social media for updates on what is happening at school! 

Facebook:  Shamona Creek Elementary  

Instagram:  @dasd_sc

Twitter:  @DASD_SC

Have a great week!

Dr. Susi

Good Afternoon, Shamona Families! 

Here are a few updates for this Week at the Creek… 

2025 SC Gift Collection

The holiday season is among us and with it comes a wonderful opportunity to spread kindness and joy within our Shamona Creek community.  We are excited to announce the 2025 Gift Collection, running from Monday, December 1 until Friday, December 12.  Your generosity will help brighten the holidays for families who may be facing challenges this year. Even a small gift can make a big difference.

Please use the signup link below if you would like to participate.   

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084BA4AA2CA4F4CF8-60417477-2025#/

Thank you for helping us make this season special for everyone.

Wishing you and your family a joyful and peaceful holiday season!

BARNES AND NOBLE NIGHT & SNAP PIZZA FUNDRAISER

Our ANNUAL BARNES AND NOBLE COMMUNITY NIGHT is this coming Monday, December 8th!  Snap Pizza will be running a fundraiser the same night. 

We will be at Barnes and Noble. Monday, December 8th from 6:00- 8:00PM! 

Please join our Student Council, Teachers, and Hype Squad in supporting our Chorus, Orchestra, and Band!!! Come hungry, Snap Pizza is donating 33% of sales back to our Home & School!!! We hope to see you there!!!

See attachments for more details!  

REINDEER LANE HOLIDAY SHOP FOR STUDENTS

SC students will have the opportunity to shop for their families at the Reindeer Lane shop.  Most gift options are $0.25-$10.  We just sent home information and envelopes this week for students shopping day. Parents/Students can set a budget for those they are shopping for.  Shamona Creek Reindeer Lane is cash only.  Shop runs 12/8-12/12. Please see the attached schedule so that you know which day your child will be shopping. 

We are still looking for volunteers to help run the shop.  Please use this link to sign-up: https://shamonacreekhsa.ptboard.com/sgnvw?group=&signup=119de42d-6346-42d1-a53a-c2eb81664e8c~s.9223370273091615431

DISNEY ON ICE RAFFLE

Our HSA is holding a raffle fundraiser to benefit Shamona Families in Need.  The winner of the raffle will win 4 tickets to Disney on Ice!  This fundraiser ends tomorrow, 12/5.  The HSA is teaming up with the Shark Support Network & Mrs. Hoffman all money will go to support Shamona Families in need.  Raffling 4 tickets to specific Disney on Ice dates provided of the winners choosing. 

Here is the raffle link: https://shamonacreekhsa.ptboard.com/formvw?store=6942&form=3

DASD CALENDAR: 

Here is the link to the 2025-26 School Year District Calendar: District Calendar - Downingtown Area School District

SOCIAL MEDIA: 

Follow us on social media for updates on what is happening at school! 

Facebook:  Shamona Creek Elementary  

Instagram:  @dasd_sc

Twitter:  @DASD_SC

Have a great week!

Dr. Susi

Dear Shamona Creek Families, 

The holiday season is among us and with it comes a wonderful opportunity to spread kindness and joy within our Shamona Creek community.  We are excited to announce the 2025 Gift Collection, running from Monday, December 1 until Friday, December 12.  Your generosity will help brighten the holidays for families who may be facing challenges this year. Even a small gift can make a big difference.

Please use the signup link below if you would like to participate.   

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084BA4AA2CA4F4CF8-60417477-2025#/

Thank you for helping us make this season special for everyone.

Wishing you and your family a joyful and peaceful holiday season!

-Dr. Susi & the Shamona Creek Holiday Gift Committee 

Good Afternoon, Families of our 3rd, 4th and 5th Graders:

We are excited to present the 2026 musical Moana, Jr.!

Attached is the drama club information packet.

The club is for students in grades 3-5. Anyone interested should sign up by November 24th-the sign-up link is in the packet. We hope your child joins us!

-The SC Drama Club Teachers 

Good Afternoon, Shamona Families! 

Here are a few updates for this Week at the Creek… 

SPIRIT DAY CALENDAR

Please see the attached Spirit Day Calendar for the year! 

FALL BOOK FAIR

Our Fall Book Fair is right around the corner!  The Book Fair starts November 13^th and ends on November 25^th.  Students will shop during their Library time; we will also be open for shopping during all conferences!  Our hours for all families are 11/24 2:00-4:00 and 6:00 pm- 7:30 pm.   On 11/25 we will also be open to all families 8:00-3:30.   If you have student- led conferences (4^th and 5^th graders) during our school day, feel free to stop down! We will have the new Diary of a Wimpy Kid and the newly released Dog Man Book available! Because of your support during last year’s Book Fairs, we were able to purchase almost $12,000 in new books for our Library!!  We are working hard to update our collection and entice our students to become lifelong readers.  I have attached links to our schedule, our flyer with eWallet directions and a link to volunteer during your child’s Book Fair time.  As always, thank you for your support!  -Janet Savastio

Book Fair and Classroom Times

Set up eWallet

Book Fair Volunteer Sign-ups

Share the Fair Donations

STUDENT COUNCIL FOOD DRIVE

Our student council is hosting our annual Thanksgiving Food Drive!  Please consider supporting this drive in any way that you can.  See attached flyer for more details. 

SHARK SHOP:

Shark Shop Volunteer Sign-Up:

We will be opening up the Shark Shop next week (November 17-20th) and are in need of volunteers for the week! If you are interested in volunteering (or helping out with our Amazon wishlist), please use the links below. 

Sign-Up to Volunteer at the Shark Shop: 

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/508054BABAC28ABF94-60357365-shark

Amazon Wishlist:

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/HQ0X3J2N0OY4?ref_=wl_share

HEARTS FOR HARPER

We are asking for all your love and support again this school year for another child and family facing a challenging medical surgery and recovery.

Our sweet and spunky Kindergartner, Harper Adams, will have two major heart surgeries the week of November 3rd at Boston Children's Hospital for congenital heart disease (CHD).

To support Harper and the Adams family during their month-long stay in Boston, we're selling wooden heart ornaments throughout November. All funds raised will go directly to the Adams Family to help offset their costs.

How to Help

• Venmo: for a monetary-only donation @LizHoffmann1121
• Purchase a heart(s). Hearts cost $5. Max amount of hearts to be given will be 10, although you can donate any amount larger.
  • Venmo for Heart Ornament Fundraiser: Complete the Google Form to purchase hearts. https://forms.gle/1xvhWSdzxGX1o5Du6
  • Cash for Heart Ornament Fundraiser: You can also send cash with your child, who can purchase and receive their heart ornament in person during the morning in the lobby. You do NOT need to complete the google form above if your child is paying in cash at the school.
• Heart ornaments will be sent home upon donation. You can decorate them using acrylic paint (or other waterproof materials like Sharpies) in Harper's favorite colors: pink, purple, and blue.
• Come hang your completed heart on our "wish trees" in front of the school during the month of November.

Learn more about Harper's story and follow her journey here: https://www.caringbridge.org/site/7e9b6f6b-b3f8-11f0-9667-319392ff33fa 

We send our heartfelt wishes for Harper's successful surgery and smooth recovery, strength for her family, and skill for her medical team!

PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCES

Please select a time to come in and discuss your child's progress.  

Here is the link to sign-up:

https://ptcfast.com/schools/Shamona_Creek_Elementary

Please note that students in grades 4 and 5 need to be present for conferences, as those conferences are student-led.  Please consider that when choosing your times and dates.  

HOME & SCHOOL MEETING

Our next Home & School Meeting will be Thursday, November 13^th @ 6:30 PM in the Library.  We hope to see you there! 

DASD CALENDAR: 

Here is the link to the 2025-26 School Year District Calendar: District Calendar - Downingtown Area School District

SOCIAL MEDIA: 

Follow us on social media for updates on what is happening at school! 

Facebook:  Shamona Creek Elementary  

Instagram:  @dasd_sc

Twitter:  @DASD_SC

Have a great week!

Dr. Susi

Good Afternoon, Shamona Families! 

Here are a few updates for this Week at the Creek… 

SPIRIT DAY CALENDAR

Please see the attached Spirit Day Calendar for the year! 

FALL BOOK FAIR

Our Fall Book Fair is right around the corner!  The Book Fair starts November 13^th and ends on November 25^th.  Students will shop during their Library time; we will also be open for shopping during all conferences!  Our hours for all families are 11/24 2:00-4:00 and 6:00 pm- 7:30 pm.   On 11/25 we will also be open to all families 8:00-3:30.   If you have student- led conferences (4^th and 5^th graders) during our school day, feel free to stop down! We will have the new Diary of a Wimpy Kid and the newly released Dog Man Book available! Because of your support during last year’s Book Fairs, we were able to purchase almost $12,000 in new books for our Library!!  We are working hard to update our collection and entice our students to become lifelong readers.  I have attached links to our schedule, our flyer with eWallet directions and a link to volunteer during your child’s Book Fair time.  As always, thank you for your support!  -Janet Savastio

Book Fair and Classroom Times

Set up eWallet

Book Fair Volunteer Sign-ups

Share the Fair Donations

VETERAN’S DAY 2025

Veteran's Day is on Tuesday, November 11, 2025. Shamona Creek is hosting an assembly at 9:30am that morning to honor our Veterans and we would like to honor the Veterans that are special to us at Shamona Creek!  The assembly is even more meaningful to our students when they have connections to the Veterans!  If you are a Veteran and/or know a Veteran that you would like to have honored at our assembly, please complete (or have them complete) the Google Form below and share the attached invite. We will be in touch with them a week prior to the assembly with more details.  If you have questions, please e-mail Susan Marian at smarian@dasd.org or Abbey Johnson at abjohnson@dasd.org.

Sign up to attend our assembly using the link below and see the attached invite for more information!

VETERAN'S DAY 2025 SIGN-UP LINK

STUDENT COUNCIL FOOD DRIVE

Our student council is hosting our annual Thanksgiving Food Drive!  Please consider supporting this drive in any way that you can.  See attached flyer for more details. 

SHARK SHOP VOLUNTEER DONATIONS:

We are always looking for donations for our Shark Shop!  If you are interested in donating to our shop, please use the link below. 

Amazon Wishlist:

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/HQ0X3J2N0OY4?ref_=wl_share

THANKSGIVING DONATIONS:

If you are interested in providing gift cards or a turkey for a Shamona Family for Thanksgiving please sign up at the link below.  Thank you for helping to ensure all of our Shamona Creek families can savor a special holiday meal together, despite the challenges they may be facing.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084BA4AA2CA4F4CF8-59411578-turkeys

HEARTS FOR HARPER

We are asking for all your love and support again this school year for another child and family facing a challenging medical surgery and recovery.

Our sweet and spunky Kindergartner, Harper Adams, will have two major heart surgeries the week of November 3rd at Boston Children's Hospital for congenital heart disease (CHD).

To support Harper and the Adams family during their month-long stay in Boston, we're selling wooden heart ornaments throughout November. All funds raised will go directly to the Adams Family to help offset their costs.

How to Help

• Venmo: for a monetary-only donation @LizHoffmann1121
• Purchase a heart(s). Hearts cost $5. Max amount of hearts to be given will be 10, although you can donate any amount larger.
  • Venmo for Heart Ornament Fundraiser: Complete the Google Form to purchase hearts. https://forms.gle/1xvhWSdzxGX1o5Du6
  • Cash for Heart Ornament Fundraiser: You can also send cash with your child, who can purchase and receive their heart ornament in person during the morning in the lobby. You do NOT need to complete the google form above if your child is paying in cash at the school.
• Heart ornaments will be sent home upon donation. You can decorate them using acrylic paint (or other waterproof materials like Sharpies) in Harper's favorite colors: pink, purple, and blue.
• Come hang your completed heart on our "wish trees" in front of the school during the month of November.

Learn more about Harper's story and follow her journey here: https://www.caringbridge.org/site/7e9b6f6b-b3f8-11f0-9667-319392ff33fa 

We send our heartfelt wishes for Harper's successful surgery and smooth recovery, strength for her family, and skill for her medical team!

PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCES

Please select a time to come in and discuss your child's progress.  

Here is the link to sign-up:

https://ptcfast.com/schools/Shamona_Creek_Elementary

Please note that students in grades 4 and 5 need to be present for conferences, as those conferences are student-led.  Please consider that when choosing your times and dates.  

HOME & SCHOOL MEETING

Our next Home & School Meeting will be Thursday, November 13^th @ 6:30 PM in the Library.  We hope to see you there! 

DASD CALENDAR: 

Here is the link to the 2025-26 School Year District Calendar: District Calendar - Downingtown Area School District

SOCIAL MEDIA: 

Follow us on social media for updates on what is happening at school! 

Facebook:  Shamona Creek Elementary  

Instagram:  @dasd_sc

Twitter:  @DASD_SC

Have a great week!

Dr. Susi

Dear Shamona Families:

We are asking for all your love and support again this school year for another child and family facing a challenging medical surgery and recovery.  We are sharing this information after receiving permission from the family.  

Our sweet and spunky Kindergartner, Harper Adams, will have two major heart surgeries this week at Boston Children's Hospital for congenital heart disease (CHD).

To support Harper and the Adams family during their month-long stay in Boston, we're selling wooden heart ornaments throughout November. All funds raised will go directly to the Adams Family to help offset their costs.

How to Help

• Venmo: for a monetary-only donation @LizHoffmann1121
• Purchase a heart(s). Hearts cost $5. Max amount of hearts to be given will be 10, although you can donate any amount larger.
  • Venmo for Heart Ornament Fundraiser: Complete the Google Form to purchase hearts. https://forms.gle/1xvhWSdzxGX1o5Du6
  • Cash for Heart Ornament Fundraiser: You can also send cash with your child, who can purchase and receive their heart ornament in person during the morning in the lobby. You do NOT need to complete the google form above if your child is paying in cash at the school.
• Heart ornaments will be sent home upon donation. You can decorate them using acrylic paint (or other waterproof materials like Sharpies) in Harper's favorite colors: pink, purple, and blue.
• Come hang your completed heart on our "wish trees" in front of the school during the month of November.

Learn more about Harper's story and follow her journey here: https://www.caringbridge.org/site/7e9b6f6b-b3f8-11f0-9667-319392ff33fa 

We send our heartfelt wishes for Harper's successful surgery and smooth recovery, strength for her family, and skill for her medical team!

Please see the attached flier for additional information.

Thank you for your continued support, 

Dr. Susi & the Shamona Staff 

Good Morning, SC Families:

Many of you have reached out wanting to support families in need this holiday season, so I am following up on ways to support families.

If you are interested in providing gift cards or a turkey for a Shamona Family for Thanksgiving please sign up at the link below. Other food items will be collected as part of student council's annual food drive - more information will be coming home later this week. 

Thank you for helping to ensure all of our Shamona Creek families can savor a special holiday meal together, despite the challenges they may be facing.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084BA4AA2CA4F4CF8-59411578-turkeys

Thank you for your support. 

Dr. Susi 

Good Afternoon, Shamona Creek Families:

We are about a month out from parent-teacher conferences.  Please select a time to come in and discuss your child's progress.  

Here is the link to sign-up:

https://ptcfast.com/schools/Shamona_Creek_Elementary

Please note that students in grades 4 and 5 need to be present for conferences, as those conferences are student-led.  Please consider that when choosing your times and dates.  

Thanks and have a great weekend, 

Dr. Susi 

Good Afternoon, Shamona Families! 

Here are a few updates for this Week at the Creek… 

FRIDAY IS THE EAST VS. WEST GAME!  STUDENTS AND STAFF ARE INVITED TO WEAR DOWNINGTOWN BLUE, EAST OR WEST GEAR!  

SPIRIT DAY CALENDAR

Please see the attached Spirit Day Calendar for the year! 

VETERAN’S DAY 2025

Veteran's Day is on Tuesday, November 11, 2025. Shamona Creek is hosting an assembly at 9:30am that morning to honor our Veterans and we would like to honor the Veterans that are special to us at Shamona Creek!  The assembly is even more meaningful to our students when they have connections to the Veterans!  If you are a Veteran and/or know a Veteran that you would like to have honored at our assembly, please complete (or have them complete) the Google Form below and share the attached invite. We will be in touch with them a week prior to the assembly with more details.  If you have questions, please e-mail Susan Marian at smarian@dasd.org or Abbey Johnson at abjohnson@dasd.org.

Sign up to attend our assembly using the link below and see the attached invite for more information!

VETERAN'S DAY 2025 SIGN-UP LINK

SHARK SHOP DONATIONS:

We are always looking for donations for our Shark Shop!  If you are interested in donating to our shop, please use the link below. 

Amazon Wishlist:

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/HQ0X3J2N0OY4?ref_=wl_share

Calling All First Responders for our First Responders Day Assembly!

If you are a first responder (EMT, fire fighter, police officer, flight attendant, etc.) and would like to participate in our First Responder's Assembly on October 28, 2025 at 9:30am, please sign up using the link below.  

https://forms.gle/2vvsAJtB6sz1nciEA

HALLOWEEN: 

To create life-long memories and encourage school spirit, we are inviting all students to be festive on Friday, October 31^st.  

• Students can wear costumes, dress like a book character, wear orange/black or fall colors. 
• All students who chose to participate should come to school dressed in costume.
• To keep everyone safe, students may NOT bring fake weapons or any other accessories. 
• We also ask that students do not come in inflatable costumes, as they have been a safety concern in previous years.

FALL FESTIVAL PARADE:

Our ANNUAL FALL FESTIVAL PARADE is scheduled for October 31^st at 1:45 pm.  Families are invited to attend.  This is an outside event.  If there is inclement weather the day of the parade, we will communicate the change of plans that morning.  Please see the link below for more information, including the parade route and parking information. 

Families may attend the parade, however, to maintain security/safety in the building, we will not be inviting all families into the classrooms for class parties.  The classroom parties have pre-planned volunteers.    

Here is some additional information:

Fall Festival Parade- Parent Information

NEWS FROM OUR HOME AND SCHOOL ASSOCIATION:

5th ANNUAL TRUNK OR TREAT! Wednesday, October 29th 5:30pm-7:00pm.

There are three ways for our families to get involved:

1) Sign up to host a trunk

2) Send in candy or donations for candy purchase

3) Sign your student(s) and siblings up as trick or treaters. 

For more detailed information and to sign up please visit: https://shamonacreekhsa.ptboard.com/formvw/store?store=6942

DASD CALENDAR: 

Here is the link to the 2025-26 School Year District Calendar: District Calendar - Downingtown Area School District

SOCIAL MEDIA: 

Follow us on social media for updates on what is happening at school! 

Facebook:  Shamona Creek Elementary  

Instagram:  @dasd_sc

Twitter:  @DASD_SC

Have a great week!

Dr. Susi

Dear Shamona Creek families,

Veteran's Day is Tuesday, November 11, 2025. We are hosting our annual assembly here at Shamona at 9:30 am that morning to honor our Veterans, and we would like to honor the Veterans that are special to us at Shamona Creek!  This has become one of our most valued traditions here at Shamona, and as we love honoring our Veterans who have connections with our students and staff. 

If you are a Veteran and/or know a Veteran that you would like to have honored at our assembly, please complete (or have them complete) the Google Form below and share the attached invite.

We will be in touch one week prior to the assembly with more details.  If you have questions, please e-mail Susan Marian at smarian@dasd.org or Abbey Johnson at abjohnson@dasd.org.

Sign up to attend our assembly using the link below and see the attached invite for more information!

VETERAN'S DAY 2025 SIGN-UP LINK

Have a great day, 

Dr. Susi

Happy Friday, Shamona Creek Families!

As we head into the holiday season, we want to ensure every member of our school community feels supported and cared for. If your family is facing financial challenges or could use a little extra help this year, our school offers two confidential, optional support programs during the holidays.

Please know that all participation and information are kept strictly confidential, accessible only to the school’s counselor and designated support staff.

1. Thanksgiving Meal Support

We are offering assistance to provide a full, traditional Thanksgiving meal for families who are experiencing food or financial insecurity. 

2. Winter Holiday Gift Program

Our program aims to bring joy to children by providing new, wrapped gifts for students in need during the winter break. If you enroll, Mrs. Hoffmann, our school counselor, will follow up privately to confirm your child's age, sizes, and a small wish list, ensuring the gifts are personalized and appropriate.

To Confidentially Sign Up

If your family is interested in receiving assistance for either the Thanksgiving meal, the Winter Holiday gifts, or both, please complete the short, confidential form below.

Https://forms.gle/6kLd65KFnHqVBnyz5

Thank you and have a nice weekend.

Dr. Susi 

Good Afternoon, Shamona Families! 

Here are a few updates for this Week at the Creek… 

SPIRIT DAY CALENDAR:

Please see the attached Spirit Day Calendar for the year! 

SHARK SHOP VOLUNTEER DONATIONS:

We are always looking for donations for our Shark Shop!  If you are interested in donating to our shop, please use the link below. 

Amazon Wishlist:

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/HQ0X3J2N0OY4?ref_=wl_share

Calling All First Responders for our First Responders Day Assembly!

If you are a first responder (EMT, fire fighter, police officer, flight attendant, etc.) and would like to participate in our First Responder's Assembly on October 28, 2025 at 9:30am, please sign up using the link below.  

https://forms.gle/2vvsAJtB6sz1nciEA

HALLOWEEN:

To create life-long memories and encourage school spirit, we are inviting all students to be festive on Friday, October 31^st.  

• Students can wear costumes, dress like a book character, wear orange/black or fall colors. 
• All students who chose to participate should come to school dressed in costume.
• To keep everyone safe, students may NOT bring fake weapons or any other accessories. 
• We also ask that students do not come in inflatable costumes, as they have been a safety concern in previous years.

FALL FESTIVAL PARADE:

Our ANNUAL FALL FESTIVAL PARADE is scheduled for October 31^st at 1:45 pm.  Families are invited to attend.  This is an outside event.  If there is inclement weather the day of the parade, we will communicate the change of plans that morning.  Please see the link below for more information, including the parade route and parking information. 

Families may attend the parade, however, to maintain security/safety in the building, we will not be inviting all families into the classrooms for class parties.  The classroom parties have pre-planned volunteers.    

Here is some additional information:

Fall Festival Parade- Parent Information

NEWS FROM OUR HOME AND SCHOOL ASSOCIATION:

5th ANNUAL TRUNK OR TREAT! Wednesday, October 29th 5:30pm-7:00pm.

There are three ways for our families to get involved:

1) Sign up to host a trunk

2) Send in candy or donations for candy purchase

3) Sign your student(s) and siblings up as trick or treaters. 

For more detailed information and to sign up please visit: https://shamonacreekhsa.ptboard.com/formvw/store?store=6942

DASD CALENDAR: 

Here is the link to the 2025-26 School Year District Calendar: District Calendar - Downingtown Area School District

SOCIAL MEDIA: 

Follow us on social media for updates on what is happening at school! 

Facebook:  Shamona Creek Elementary  

Instagram:  @dasd_sc

Twitter:  @DASD_SC

Have a great week!

Dr. Susi

Good Afternoon, Shamona Families! 

Here are a few updates for this Week at the Creek… 

EAGLES SPIRIT DAY ON THURSDAY!  

PUMPKIN BOOK CHARACTER DECORATING CONTEST

It is time for our annual ARTIFICIAL PUMPKIN book character decorating contest! Please send in pumpkins starting October 10^th and no later than October 14^th, voting starts October 16^th.  Please see the attached flier for more information. 

SHARK SHOP DNATIONS:

We will be opening up the Shark Shop for the first time this year and are in need of donations!  If you are interested in donating to our shop, please use the link below. 

Amazon Wishlist:

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/HQ0X3J2N0OY4?ref_=wl_share

UPDATE ON THE SC SWIFT SOCIETY CLUB:

This message is for any family that signed their child up for the Swift Society Club or anyone still considering signing up.  We have decided to change our club structure for this school year! We are now going to combine our previously planned Fall (Grades 3-5) and Spring (Grades 1-2) sessions into one unified club for all students in Grades 1 through 5. This club will now run for the entire school year- one time per month, starting this week! If you have already signed up your Swiftie, you do not need to do so again. If you have not yet signed up your Swiftie, but would still like to, please use the sign-up link below.  On the docket for this week---Friendship Bracelets! 

https://forms.gle/8rR2JR7J7s4C7VuB6 

Calling All First Responders for our First Responders Day Assembly!

If you are a first responder (EMT, fire fighter, police officer, flight attendant, etc.) and would like to participate in our First Responder's Assembly on October 28, 2025 at 9:30am, please sign up using the link below.  

https://forms.gle/2vvsAJtB6sz1nciEA

HALLOWEEN: 

To create life-long memories and encourage school spirit, we are inviting all students to be festive on Friday, October 31^st.  

• Students can wear costumes, dress like a book character, wear orange/black or fall colors. 
• All students who chose to participate should come to school dressed in costume.
• To keep everyone safe, students may NOT bring fake weapons or any other accessories. 
• We also ask that students do not come in inflatable costumes, as they have been a safety concern in previous years.

FALL FESTIVAL PARADE:

Our ANNUAL FALL FESTIVAL PARADE is scheduled for October 31^st at 1:45 pm.  Families are invited to attend.  This is an outside event.  If there is inclement weather the day of the parade, we will communicate the change of plans that morning.  Please see the link below for more information, including the parade route and parking information. 

Families may attend the parade, however, to maintain security/safety in the building, we will not be inviting all families into the classrooms for class parties.  The classroom parties have pre-planned volunteers.    

Here is some additional information:

Fall Festival Parade- Parent Information

NEWS FROM OUR HOME AND SCHOOL ASSOCIATION:

COMING SOON: 

5th ANNUAL TRUNK OR TREAT! Wednesday, October 29th 5:30pm-7:00pm.

There are three ways for our families to get involved:

1) Sign up to host a trunk

2) Send in candy or donations for candy purchase

3) Sign your student(s) and siblings up as trick or treaters. 

For more detailed information and to sign up please visit: https://shamonacreekhsa.ptboard.com/formvw/store?store=6942

COLOR RUN UPDATE:

Thank you so much to all our volunteers for making the Color Run a success!! Thank you to the friends and family who showed up on Friday to cheer your students on.  Thank you for spreading the word and raising funds to help our 2025-2026 school year be a great one for our students and faculty! 

The donations are still ongoing until October 17th.  If you haven't had a chance to donate there is still time to help your student get closer to those prizes! 

https://shamonacreekhsa.ptboard.com/formvw?store=6942&form=1

DASD CALENDAR: 

Here is the link to the 2025-26 School Year District Calendar: District Calendar - Downingtown Area School District

SOCIAL MEDIA: 

Follow us on social media for updates on what is happening at school! 

Facebook:  Shamona Creek Elementary  

Instagram:  @dasd_sc

Twitter:  @DASD_SC

Have a great week!

Dr. Susi

Good Morning, Shamona Families! 

Here are a few updates for this Week at the Creek… 

PUMPKIN BOOK CHARACTER  DECORATING CONTEST

It is time for our annual ARTIFICIAL PUMPKIN book character decorating contest! Please send in pumpkins starting October 10^th and no later than October 14^th, voting starts October 16^th.  Please see the attached flier for more information. 

Calling All First Responders for our First Responders Day Assembly!

If you are a first responder (EMT, fire fighter, police officer, flight attendant, etc.) and would like to participate in our First Responder's Assembly on October 28, 2025 at 9:30am, please sign up using the link below. 

https://forms.gle/2vvsAJtB6sz1nciEA

Club Sign Ups:

Please use this link to sign up for Clubs for this school year!

Shamona Creek Clubs

Shamona Staff and Families Philly-themed FLASH STORE: 

At the request of many of our staff, students and parents, we have created a limited item Flash Store of Shamona/Philly-themed gear.  So many parents at Back to School Night this year commented on how they wanted the ability to purchase these items.  You may have seen us sporting our shirts for a few different events already this year. 

This store will close this Sunday, September 28^th!  Do not wait to order your items!   

Here is the link to order:

https://TuttleMarketing.chipply.com/shamonacreekstaff/

SHINE FOR THE SCHORS

As many of you may know, Mrs. Schor’s son, Jordan, is having brain surgery today.  Thank you to all of our families who reached out to to show support for Mrs. Schor during this time. The pinwheels and handmade signs were a special touch today.  

Here is the link to Jordan’s Caring Bridge site where you can get updates on his progress and recovery:

https://www.caringbridge.org/site/718c73cb-94d4-11f0-b7fa-f7cde1571813

NEWS FROM OUR HOME & SCHOOL ASSOCIATION:

MARK YOUR CALENDARS…

October 3rd:  Fin's Color Run 

Please keep the donations coming!  The FUN RUN is our largest fundraising event of the year! 

PLACES TO VISIT:

Shamona Creek PT Board. Have you signed up for PTBoard? Be in the know with all things happening at Shamona Creek!  

https://shamonacreekhsa.ptboard.com  School Code: RGX5R4

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES @ SC:

If you are interested in volunteering at SC, please make sure your clearances are up to date. Use this site to see which clearances are required: https://www.dasd.org/about-us/community/volunteer.

We are incredibly grateful for all the ways our families partner with and support our school community. By volunteering, supporting events, and sharing your talents, you send students the message that they matter and that we are all working together to support their success. Your involvement enriches our school community, providing students with opportunities to learn, grow, and explore.

You will receive more information about our volunteer opportunities and how to sign up for them, but here are some examples of volunteering that we have here at SC throughout the year: 

• Shark Shop Volunteers
• Homeroom Parties
• Field Trip Chaperones
• Special Days at each grade level
• Art Show Assistant
• Book Fair Volunteer
• EVERY Home & School Event (Fun Run, Trunk or Treat, Reindeer Lane Holiday Shop, Pizza Bingo, Glow/Color Dance, Spring Fair)
• Mystery Readers 

We also want to share that beginning this school year (2025-2026), our DASD elementary schools will no longer offer the WatchDOGS (Dads of Great Students) program. We appreciate the many caregivers who have shared their time and energy over the years and recognize the significant impact this program has had on families and our students. Across our ten elementary schools, we have learned that volunteers in our other activities are so invaluable to the student body as a whole, so we want to focus our efforts there. We encourage parents to become involved in any of the opportunities listed above or suggest others that might enhance our school. 

Thank you for being such an important part of our school community.

DASD CALENDAR: 

Here is the link to the 2025-26 School Year District Calendar: District Calendar - Downingtown Area School District

SOCIAL MEDIA: 

Follow us on social media for updates on what is happening at school! 

Facebook:  Shamona Creek Elementary  

Instagram:  @dasd_sc

Twitter:  @DASD_SC

Have a great week!

Dr. Susi

Good Afternoon, Shamona Families! 

Here are a few updates for this Week at the Creek… 

Calling All First Responders for our First Responders Day Assembly!

If you are a first responder (EMT, fire fighter, police officer, flight attendant, etc.) and would like to participate in our First Responder's Assembly on October 28, 2025 at 9:30am, please sign up using the link below. 

https://forms.gle/2vvsAJtB6sz1nciEA

Shamona Staff, Student & Families Philly-themed FLASH STORE: 

At the request of many of our staff, students and parents, we have created a limited item Flash Store of Shamona/Philly-themed gear.  Many parents at Back to School Night this year commented on how they wanted the ability to purchase these items.  You may have seen us sporting our shirts for a few different events already this year.  

This store will close on Sunday, September 28^th!  Do not wait to order your items!   

Here is the link to order:

https://TuttleMarketing.chipply.com/shamonacreekstaff/

SHAMONA SHINE FOR THE SCHORS

As many of you may already know, Mrs. Schor’s son, Jordan, is having brain surgery next Tuesday, September 23^rd.  Many families have asked how to support Mrs. Schor and family during this time.  Attached you will find a flier with more information on one of the things that our Shamona family plans to do to show our support.  All families are invited to participate! 

NEWS FROM OUR HOME & SCHOOL ASSOCIATION:

MARK YOUR CALENDARS…

TONIGHT, September 17th 6:30pm: First HSA Meeting!  

WE NEED *YOU*! The HSA and school wide events can only thrive with volunteers! Come meet your HSA board and other parents. At the meeting we will be discussing some great opportunities to volunteer.  We look forward to working together this school year.  ALL FINS IN!

October 3rd:  Fin's Color Run 

Please keep the donations coming!  The FUN RUN is our largest fundraising event of the year! 

PLACES TO VISIT:

Shamona Creek PT Board. Have you signed up for PTBoard? Be in the know with all things happening at Shamona Creek!  

https://shamonacreekhsa.ptboard.com  School Code: RGX5R4

DASD CALENDAR: 

Here is the link to the 2025-26 School Year District Calendar: District Calendar - Downingtown Area School District

SOCIAL MEDIA: 

Follow us on social media for updates on what is happening at school! 

Facebook:  Shamona Creek Elementary  

Instagram:  @dasd_sc

Twitter:  @DASD_SC

Have a great week!

Dr. Susi

Good Afternoon, Shamona Families:

Today at lunch, our students learned about this year's FUN RUN, which is sponsored and benefits our Home and School Association.  FIN'S FUN RUN is our largest Fundraiser here at Shamona Creek.  Because of the money raised from this fundraiser over the years, we have been able to make improvements to our school and provide countless opportunities for our students.  

Please see the attached fliers for more details on the FUN RUN, including how to donate and the schedule for the run.  

Have a great evening! 

Dr. Susi 

Good Afternoon, Shamona Families! 

Here are a few updates for this Week at the Creek! 

CARLINE REMINDERS:

Please make sure to have your car sign on display on your windshield/dashboard each time you arrive for afternoon pick-up in carline.  This sign helps our car line to run smoothly as staff can easily identify cars.  It is also a safety protocol because having the sign displayed tells our staff that you are authorized for pick-up.   If you are in need of a car sign, please email Mrs. Conway in our main office.  (lconway@dasd.org)

NEWS FROM OUR HOME & SCHOOL ASSOCIATION:

MARK YOUR CALENDARS…

 September 17th 6:30pm: First HSA Meeting!  

WE NEED *YOU*! The HSA and school wide events can only thrive with volunteers! Come meet your HSA board and other parents. At the meeting we will be discussing some great opportunities to volunteer.  We look forward to working together this school year.  ALL FINS IN!

October 3rd:  Fin's Color Run 

Get ready for our biggest annual fundraiser at SC!  We are hosting a school-wide competition between grades and individuals. Those who raise the most donations as a class and top 3 from each grade will be rewarded with perks and prizes at a school prep rally!  Keep an eye out for our donation link and flier coming home this week.

PLACES TO VISIT:

Shamona Creek PT Board. Have you signed up for PTBoard? Be in the know with all things happening at Shamona Creek!  

https://shamonacreekhsa.ptboard.com  School Code: RGX5R4

The Shamona Creek Spirit Wear Store is open for ONE MORE WEEK. Make sure you get your newest gear soon! 

https://tuttlemarketing.chipply.com/ShamonaCreek/

Please see the attachments for our schedule for the year and for information on how to become an official sponsor for the 25-26 school year!    

DASD CALENDAR: 

Here is the link to the 2025-26 School Year District Calendar: District Calendar - Downingtown Area School District

SOCIAL MEDIA: 

Follow us on social media for updates on what is happening at school! 

Facebook:  Shamona Creek Elementary  

Instagram:  @dasd_sc

Twitter:  @DASD_SC

Have a great week!

Dr. Susi

Good Afternoon, Shamona Creek Families:

We have had an awesome first week of school!  Today, our students spent the day learning about our school-wide Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS)  Program.  As part of this program, our teachers spent time teaching and modeling our school-wide expectations of being RESPECTFUL, RESPONSIBLE and SAFE in each environment of our school.  We also had a school-wide assembly to explain how we recognize all of the FINTASTIC choices our students make at school each day.  

Ask your child to tell you about what they learned today!  This is a great opportunity to have conversations about making good choices, citizenship, kindness, and responsibility at school.  

Have a great long weekend.  We will see everyone on Tuesday!  

Dr. Susi 

Good Afternoon, Shamona Families! 

We have had an awesome first week of school! 

Here are a few updates as we move into the weekend…

NEWS FROM OUR HOME & SCHOOL ASSOCIATION:

 The spirit wear store is live! Order your Shamona gear today!

https://tuttlemarketing.chipply.com/ShamonaCreek/

Parking Spot Raffle

Tired of arriving late (or even early) to a Shamona Creek Elementary School event and not having a parking spot? Worry no more!

This raffle entitles you to your very own, reserved parking space for the ENTIRE school year! Entries are just $5! Someone is going to win; maybe it'll be you!

https://shamonacreekhsa.ptboard.com/annlist?ann=119de42d-6346-42d1-a53a-c2eb81664e8c~n.9223370280724365255

T-Shirt Sizes needed for FUN RUN

Click the link below to fill out the form for your child’s shirt size.  This will be the shirt size they receive for the fun run in October!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSefKWYEi1_8qxZEWD8jDpzHzst8-tL-C84nt3EsqsupHglSeg/viewform

Please see the attachments for additional information from our HSA, including events. 

 Here is the link to the 2025-26:

• Shark Bites
• Becoming a sponsor
• Calendar of Events

DASD CALENDAR: 

Here is the link to the 2025-26 School Year District Calendar: District Calendar - Downingtown Area School District

SOCIAL MEDIA: 

Follow us on social media for updates on what is happening at school! 

Facebook:  Shamona Creek Elementary  

Instagram:  @dasd_sc

Twitter:  @DASD_SC

Looking forward to seeing all of you next week! 

Have a great weekend.

Dr. Susi

Hello, Shamona Families! 

It was great seeing so many of you at our Back to School Nights this week.  We are excited to officially begin the new school year this Monday, August 25^th. 

Here are a few reminders and updates as we move into the weekend:

TRANSPORTATION

Bus assignments were sent via email to all families on Monday, August 18^th.   This information is also available on the DASD Parent Portal.

Please click here to access the Parent Portal.   PLEASE MAKE SURE YOUR CHILD KNOWS THEIR BUS NUMBER AND HOW THEY ARE GETTING HOME ON THE FIRST DAY.  While our teachers have transportation information, and we have PUP, we have found it to be incredibly helpful to us when the students are also aware of their transportation plans. 

FOOD SERVICES: 

Please see the website for more information on ordering meals.  Here is the direct link for more information: DASD Food Services Link 

-ARAMARK BREAKFAST

•       Optional breakfast will be provided for free for the 25-26 school year.
•       Breakfast does NOT require a pre-order.
•       Students may enter the cafeteria starting at 8:30 a.m.
•       Students will be encouraged to finish eating so they are prepared to start the instructional day at 9:00am.

-ARAMARK LUNCH

•       ALL families are required to pre-order a lunch or send students in with a packed lunch each day.
•       NEW this school year: Aramark student lunches require an online order by midnight the night before.
•       Set up an account and order at this link: https://www.payschoolscentral.com/

SCHOOL SUPPLY LISTS:

School supply lists by grade are available on our website at this link: SC School Supply Lists By Grade Level

SCHOOL TIMES 25-26:

The student day begins at  9:00 AM.  Students can be dropped off as early as 8:30 AM through our regular carline.  The student day ends at 3:35 PM.

DASD CALENDAR: 

Here is the link to the 2025-26 School Year District Calendar: District Calendar - Downingtown Area School District

PICK UP PATROL

We will be using Pick Up Patrol (PUP) again this year for changes in pick-up, early dismissals, late arrivals, and absences.  If you already registered for PUP last year, you will need to log in and update your child’s default transportation plan for this year.  If you are new to Shamona, you should have received a welcome email directly from PUP asking you to register and enter your child’s dismissal plan. 

If we do not have updated default pick-up plans in PUP by Monday morning, August 25^th, we will assume your child is riding on the bus and send them home that way. 

Mrs. Conway is sending an email welcome this morning through PUP to anyone who has not yet registered or entered their default plan. 

CARLINE REMINDERS: 

Our official school day starts promptly at 9:00 am.  Students can begin entering the building at 8:30 am.  

• Parents dropping off students should follow the carline and wait to drop students until your car is pulled up near the adults outside (close to the playground). 
• Please do not let your child out on the sidewalk in front of the school. 
• Make sure there is an adult outside waiting to receive your child before dropping them off; if there is no adult (the adults leave at 8:55 am) then you will need to park in the lot and walk your child into the school.  

Dismissal begins at 3:35 pm each day.  Please follow our carline procedures and wait in the carline. 

• Do not park in the parking lot and walk up to the carline, as it becomes a safety issue in our school parking lot. 
• Parents picking up children from school should have their car tag on their windshield.  We will be supplying these for all families during the first week of school.  Until you receive the car tag, please have a paper with your child’s first and last name.  This helps to ensure our carline moves smoothly. 

For our new families, here is a video from a few years ago that explains our carline drop off and pick up procedures: CARLINE PROCEDURES VIDEO--SHAMONA CREEK

If you are walking to school to pick up your child, please meet them at the flagpole.  There will be a teacher there waiting with your child. 

SOCIAL MEDIA: 

Follow us on social media for updates on what is happening at school! 

Facebook:  Shamona Creek Elementary  

Instagram:  @dasd_sc

Twitter:  @DASD_SC

Looking forward to seeing all of you next week! 

Have a great weekend.

Dr. Susi

Good Afternoon, Shamona Creek Families!

I hope this email finds you enjoying your last days of summer!  We have missed our students, families, teachers and staff and cannot wait for school to open in a few short weeks.  Our teachers and staff have been busy starting to prepare for our students and are excited for another awesome year here at the Creek!  

We are thrilled to celebrate our 35th Anniversary this year at Shamona Creek Elementary School!  For over three decades, our school has been a place of incredible team spirit, led by our beloved mascot, Fin the Shark. Our students, the Sharks, dive into every challenge with enthusiasm, supported by a community that feels like family. Our iconic bright teal roof isn't just a landmark; it's a beacon of welcome that symbolizes the vibrant learning and unwavering support, and FUN  found within our walls. As we reflect on 35 years of memories, we cherish the strong, nurturing community that makes Shamona Creek a truly special place.  We are celebrating 35 years of the SHAMONA TEAM SPIRIT!  

This is the first of my weekly emails that will now resume to give you the latest information you will need as we transition back to school.  Here are some initial updates for now…

TEACHER ASSIGNMENTS:

All teacher assignments will be made available on our DASD Parent Portal starting Thursday, August 14th. Please click here to access the Parent Portal. 

TRANSPORTATION:

Bus assignments will be sent via email to all families on Monday, August 18th, sometime in the afternoon.  This information will also be available on the DASD Parent Portal. Please click here to access the Parent Portal.   If you do not receive transportation information and cannot locate it in the parent portal by Tuesday 8/19, please call the main office.  

BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT OPEN HOUSE:

We are excited to invite our students and families into the building on August 19th & August 20th! Like in previous years, we will hold an OPEN HOUSE each evening from 6-7pm.   Teachers will send families a video recording of their Back-to-School Night presentation via email no later than Monday, August 18th so that you can review the presentation prior to attending.  Back to School Night will be an Open House format where students and families can explore their classrooms and meet their teachers. 

Please take note of which night your child’s grade level will be present. 

Kindergarten, Grades 1 & 2:  Tuesday, August 19th, from 6:00-7:00 pm 

Grades 3, 4 & 5:  Wednesday, August 20th, 6:00-7:00 pm

If you have questions or concerns specific to your child that you would like to discuss with your child's teacher, please follow up via email or phone later in the week or once the school year begins. We like to reserve this night for all families to have a chance to meet the teacher!

FOOD SERVICES:

Please see the website for more information on ordering meals.  Here is the direct link for more information: DASD Food Services Link 

-ARAMARK BREAKFAST

•       Optional breakfast will be provided for free for the 25-26 school year.
•       Breakfast does NOT require a pre-order.
•       Students may enter the cafeteria starting at 8:30 a.m.
•       Students will be encouraged to finish eating so they are prepared to start the instructional day at 9:00am.

-ARAMARK LUNCH

•       ALL families are required to pre-order a lunch or send students in with a packed lunch each day.
•       NEW this school year: Aramark student lunches require an online order by midnight the night before.
•       Set up an account and order at this link: https://www.payschoolscentral.com/

SCHOOL SUPPLY LISTS:

School supply lists by grade are available on our website at this link: SC School Supply Lists By Grade Level

SCHOOL TIMES FOR 25-26:

The student day begins at  9:00 AM.  Students can be dropped off as early as 8:30 AM through our regular carline.  The student day ends at 3:35 PM.

DASD CALENDAR: 

Here is the link to the 2025-26 School Year District Calendar: District Calendar - Downingtown Area School District

The first day of school for 25-26 will be on Monday, August 25th. 

SOCIAL MEDIA: 

Follow us on social media for updates on what is happening at school! 

Facebook:  Shamona Creek Elementary  

Instagram:  @dasd_sc

X:  @DASD_SC

I will be in touch again next week with some additional updates on drop-off and pick-up procedures, Pick-Up Patrol, etc.   

Have a great weekend!

Dr. Susi