Welcome back!

Dear Parents,

On behalf of the staff at Stephens Elementary School, I am happy to welcome you to the 2021-22 school year! We are looking forward to a productive partnership with you to ensure our children can achieve their highest potential. We recognize that in order to be successful, our children will need to receive support from home and school. We know a strong partnership with you will make a great difference in your child's education. As partners, we share the responsibility for our children's successes and want you to know that we will do our very best to carry out our responsibilities to ensure they thrive. We ask that you guide and support your child's learning by ensuring that he/she:

• Attends school daily and arrives on time, ready for the day's learning experience
• Completes all homework assignments given by teachers
• Reads daily to develop a love for reading and to improve literacy skills
• Shares school experiences with you so that you are aware of his/her school life
• Informs you if he/she needs additional support in any area or subject
• Regular open communication with teachers

Please consider joining our school PTA, Watch D.O.G.S. and volunteer programs as our students can greatly benefit from your involvement and contributions to the school's programs and operations. We love our Stephen's volunteers and are looking for help with the following activities:

• 1. Teacher-led instructional support, usually in the classroom
• 2. Reading with children who need extra help
• 3. Attending school-wide events, field trips, etc.
• 4. Join the PTA

Our wonderful staff and I feel privileged to be a part of the Stephens school family. We thank you for your support and look forward to meeting you.

Sincerely, Lindsey Young