Good afternoon, Sabal Palm Families.

We are having a great day of learning, but I wanted to make you aware of two minor disruptions to our schedule today.

Earlier today, a student inadvertently activated our lockdown alarm. Our team responded immediately and followed all safety procedures. I am incredibly proud of our students and staff for remaining calm, orderly, and responsive throughout the situation. Once we confirmed there was no threat and it was safe to do so, the lockdown was lifted and students returned to their regular schedules.

Additionally, several classrooms in our CSS Department have experienced intermittent air conditioning today, resulting in warmer-than-usual classroom temperatures. We have been using fans and taking additional measures to keep students as cool and comfortable as possible. District Maintenance has been notified and is actively working to address the issue with the air conditioning unit.

Thank you, as always, for your partnership and understanding. Please contact our front office if you have any questions.

🦩 Flamingo Families: Important Arrival, Dismissal & School Updates for Tomorrow

As we continue settling into the new school year, please remember that tomorrow, Wednesday, August 12, we will begin our regular arrival procedures.

Beginning tomorrow, parents/guardians will no longer walk students to their classrooms. Our staff will be ready throughout campus to welcome students and help them safely make their way to class.

Please refer to the Arrival Map in our Parent Newsletter for specific arrival locations and procedures:
https://app.smore.com/n/a3nc5

Families who would like a few extra moments for hugs and kisses are welcome to park in Flamingo Forest and walk students to our side gate. This is a great way to help ease the transition while encouraging your child’s confidence and independence. 💗

🚗 Dismissal Reminders
Dismissal is now fully managed through PikMyKid (PMK). Please make sure your student’s dismissal information is accurate and updated in PMK, especially if your child will be going home differently than usual.

Our Car Loop gate will close promptly at 3:15 PM. Please arrive with enough time to enter the loop before the gate closes.

🚌 Bus Transportation
Any family needing bus transportation—including ESE bus services—must register for transportation through Focus. Please remember that the approval and routing process may take up to 10 days, so families needing transportation should complete registration as soon as possible.

🦩 Join Us Tomorrow Evening!
We would love to see our families and community members tomorrow night in the Multipurpose Room:

5:30 PM – School Advisory Council (SAC)
6:00 PM – First PTA Meeting of the Year

Both SAC and PTA are important ways for families and community members to stay informed, share their voices, and support the work happening at Sabal Palm. Please come out and support our school!

Thank you, Flamingo families, for helping us establish safe, efficient routines and encouraging our students to grow in independence. We appreciate your partnership as we work together for a successful school year! 🦩💗