Tuesday, August 26, 2014

Vol. 4 Issue 3

SSEF Needs Your Support

 
The Sarah Smith Education Foundation (SSEF) supports the quality of education at Sarah Smith through strategic investments in curriculum and instructional programs that directly enhance the school's mission of academic excellence for all Sarah Smith students. 65% of the schools' total curriculum budget is funded by the Foundation. 

Each year, SSEF spends approximately $260k on items such as: 
  • Promethean boards in every classroom 
  • iPad carts for classroom use
  • Document cameras for every classroom
  • High Touch High Tech science program 
  • $300 gift cards for every teacher for classroom curriculum purchases 
  • Junior Great Books 
  • IB materials and training to maintain our World School status 
Thanks to all who support instruction at Sarah Smith by donating to SSEF! Your generosity is greaty appreciated. SSEF is funded entirely with contributions from the school community -- parents grandparents, teachers, faculty and community partners. To make your contribution today, click the here.


Meet our Room Moms
  They've been working hard behind the scenes for over two weeks! They are excited, energetic, and focused on helping us plan a successful year! Many of you had a chance to meet them during our 1st Grade Orientation last week. Meet Melissa Statham and Katie Williams , our Room Moms for the 2014-2015 school year!!!