Sultan Elementary Families,
It is my pleasure to welcome you all back to a new school year at SES. We are excited to welcome so many new families to our incredible Sultan Elementary Family!
As I begin my 7th year as principal at Sultan Elementary, I am reminded of all the amazing people that make this such a great place to learn, work and feel loved. From our bus drivers to our paras, our teachers, office staff and to everyone in between; Sultan Elementary really is a special place. I would like to thank the families and community for your continued support and commitment to our school, our students and our district. It really does take a village and we are blessed to be a part of this one! Let's strive to make this the year positive, energetic and welcoming for all.
A few reminders for families as we venture into the start of the year...
- Please remember that the staff parking lot is for staff members only. There are a few visitor's spots, and if full, we would ask that you park on Date Street.
- When dropping students off in the drop-off zone, please remember to remain in your car. This is not a parking area.
- We look forward to seeing students each day, they should arrive on campus between 8:50-9:00am and head to class or breakfast.
- Kindergarten students that do not ride the bus will need to be met at their classroom between 3:30-3:40pm to be released.
- 5th grade and 4rd grade students are encouraged to be picked up at the new Fir St. exit/pick-up location (see map).
- School ends at 3:42 Mon-Thurs and 2:12 on Fridays. Students should be picked up on time, please plan a meeting spot for your student (the map, the willow trees, the exit gates ect.)Our school is a safe and welcoming place, please help us keep it orderly at the end of the day by not waiting outside your child's classroom (only kindergarten should do this)
- Plans change, we understand this and ask you to please communicate last-minute changes for dismissal to please be called in prior to 3:00pm to lessen miscommunication and interruptions to the end of the school day.
As is always the case, if you have any questions, concerns or comments for me, please do not hesitate to contact me. I look forward to working alongside you and advocating for your students' successes.
Yours in Learning,
Mr. Van Orden
Principal, Sultan Elementary
