Kindergarten scholars explored their sense of taste by sampling different foods and describing how each one tasted — sweet, sour, salty, or bitter! 🍋🍬 A fun and flavorful way to learn about our five senses!
🚒 Scholars enjoyed a special visit from the North Halifax fire department! They learned important lessons about fire safety and even had the exciting opportunity to climb inside the fire truck. 🔥 A big thank you to our local firefighters for teaching our students and keeping our community safe! ❤️
🎃 Our Pre-K scholars had a fantastic time exploring the pumpkin patch! They enjoyed picking out their favorite pumpkins, learning about fall, and making wonderful memories together. 🍂🧡
🎨🎶 Our Pre-K scholars had an amazing time at The Prizery! They participated in art, music, and movement activities that sparked their creativity and joy for learning. What a fun and enriching experience! 💃🖌️✨
Our school is currently reading more than ever during our Read-A-Thon. We want to make this the most successful Read-A-Thon, but can't do it without your support. We're counting on you to make it a success. If you haven't already, please take a moment to activate your child’s personal reader page by clicking on the following link:
https://www.read-a-thon.com/readers/r/RZBiDx?utm=email
It only takes a minute or two, and your support will greatly assist us in meeting our financial goals. You can also help us be successful by sharing your student's reading donation page and message with friends and family on Facebook. By using the link below to share, you can celebrate your child's achievements and support our school:
https://www.read-a-thon.com/readers/tool/RZBiDx/3
Thank you for your help in reaching our goal.
Sydnor Jennings Elementary School
As a reminder, all schools and offices will be closed Monday, October 13, 2025 in observance of Indigenous Peoples' Day.
Students showed their support for Breast Cancer Awareness Month by wearing pink. We're proud of their participation in raising awareness and standing together for an important cause.
We are grateful for our dedicated custodial team, whose hard work and care keep our school clean, safe, and welcoming every day. Thank you for all that you do!
🎃October Tech-Tip🎃
Digital Citizenship – 👻Be a Tech Hero, Not a Tech Monster!👻
Tip:
Remind your child that being kind online matters. Just like they’d never yell ‘boo!’ in someone’s face to hurt them, they shouldn’t post mean or hurtful things online. Encourage them to be a Tech Hero by using their words to help and encourage others.
Helpful Website:
Digital Passport by Common Sense Media – www.digitalpassport.org
Free games to help kids learn safe and respectful online behavior.
Digital Citizenship – 👻Be a Tech Hero, Not a Tech Monster!👻
Tip:
Remind your child that being kind online matters. Just like they’d never yell ‘boo!’ in someone’s face to hurt them, they shouldn’t post mean or hurtful things online. Encourage them to be a Tech Hero by using their words to help and encourage others.
Helpful Website:
Digital Passport by Common Sense Media – www.digitalpassport.org
Free games to help kids learn safe and respectful online behavior.
A huge thank you to the Old School Car Club for their generous donation of bookbags filled with hygiene products for our students! We are grateful for your commitment to supporting our kids.
Pre-K students in Mrs. Moser’s class explored the colors of fall and learned about the changing seasons. They created vibrant autumn leaves to decorate their classroom door!
Parents/Guardians,
We’re excited to invite you to participate in a new initiative that will help us improve communication and gather important feedback about HCPS. We are launching a new tool called Possip (short for "Positive Gossip") to better understand your experiences, concerns, and ideas.
What is Possip?
Possip is a feedback platform designed to help us listen to what matters most to you—whether it’s positive experiences, challenges, or suggestions for improvement. It’s an easy and effective way to ensure your voice is heard and helps us make informed decisions.
How Does It Work?
You will receive a quick 1–2 minute survey (also called a Pulse Check) via text or email. These Pulse Checks will give you the opportunity to:
• Share what’s going well.
• Raise any concerns or challenges.
• Offer suggestions for how we can improve.
How we're handling confidentiality
When you take the Pulse Check®, you will be offered anonymity and can answer if you want to share your name or not. If you choose not to share your name, we won't see who submitted the comment.
Why Are We Doing This?
This program is designed to explore how we can better connect with you and hear your insights. Our goal is to build a transparent and open line of communication that supports both our growth and your needs.
When Does It Start?
The first Pulse Check will be sent out on September 25, 2025. It only takes a few minutes to complete, but your input will have a lasting impact. Every response helps us improve and grow.
We value your time and feedback, and we look forward to hearing from you through Possip. Thank you for helping us make this initiative a success!
We’re excited to invite you to participate in a new initiative that will help us improve communication and gather important feedback about HCPS. We are launching a new tool called Possip (short for "Positive Gossip") to better understand your experiences, concerns, and ideas.
What is Possip?
Possip is a feedback platform designed to help us listen to what matters most to you—whether it’s positive experiences, challenges, or suggestions for improvement. It’s an easy and effective way to ensure your voice is heard and helps us make informed decisions.
How Does It Work?
You will receive a quick 1–2 minute survey (also called a Pulse Check) via text or email. These Pulse Checks will give you the opportunity to:
• Share what’s going well.
• Raise any concerns or challenges.
• Offer suggestions for how we can improve.
How we're handling confidentiality
When you take the Pulse Check®, you will be offered anonymity and can answer if you want to share your name or not. If you choose not to share your name, we won't see who submitted the comment.
Why Are We Doing This?
This program is designed to explore how we can better connect with you and hear your insights. Our goal is to build a transparent and open line of communication that supports both our growth and your needs.
When Does It Start?
The first Pulse Check will be sent out on September 25, 2025. It only takes a few minutes to complete, but your input will have a lasting impact. Every response helps us improve and grow.
We value your time and feedback, and we look forward to hearing from you through Possip. Thank you for helping us make this initiative a success!
Interim reports for the first nine weeks are available for viewing on the Campus Portal. If you need assistance with the portal or need a paper copy of the report, please contact your child's school.
🍁September Tech-Tip🍁
🍁Like leaves need sunlight, kids need real-world experiences to grow!🍁
Tip:
Too much screen time can slow problem-solving skills and creativity. Encourage at least one hour of screen-free outdoor play each day to boost brain power.
Free Idea: Create a digital scavenger hunt
Children take photos of different fall items: red leaf, pumpkin, acorn, etc.
🍁Like leaves need sunlight, kids need real-world experiences to grow!🍁
Tip:
Too much screen time can slow problem-solving skills and creativity. Encourage at least one hour of screen-free outdoor play each day to boost brain power.
Free Idea: Create a digital scavenger hunt
Children take photos of different fall items: red leaf, pumpkin, acorn, etc.
Students, teachers, and staff dressed in red, white, and blue to remember Patriot Day.
Kindergarten students practiced identifying rhyming words in a fun, hands-on way! After finding the picture that rhymed with their card, they programmed the Bee-Bot to travel to the matching word on the mat.
Fourth and fifth grade scientists put their critical thinking to the test with a Sphero BOLT experiment! Students chose whether to increase the speed or the time, predicted outcomes with a hypothesis, tracked variables, measured distances, collected data, and wrapped it all up with a conclusion.
Today Ms.Farmer’s second grade class practiced voting by voting for their favorite incentive on Friday. They have been learning citizenship and learning how to be responsible in social studies this week
📣 Register Now for the 3rd Annual CTE Showcase!
Families across Halifax County are invited to the 3rd Annual Career & Technical Education (CTE) Showcase at the NEW Halifax County High School on Thursday, October 23, 2025. Doors open at 5:15pm and the kickoff session begins at 5:30 PM.
🔹 What to Expect:
An interactive tour of classrooms and CTE labs
A chance to hear directly from Kaylie Lewis (senior), Christie Lewis (parent), and Comfort Systems USA about Career & Technical Education and Work Based Learning
Valuable information to help your child make future academic and career decisions — elementary students are especially encouraged to attend!
🎉 Special Perks:
Free meal from D&D Skins for a limited number of early arrivals
A chance to win the Grand Raffle Prize – an Xbox!
📄 Details & Registration:
Check out the flyer for more information and register today at:
https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=IIGU8eJ1Gki-5-bd33k668s2bTjM6UlBktXj4Wqo7oVURUFHTklFNlk4VFhUMlJRQVpKMzQ2QklMSS4u&origin
We can’t wait to welcome you to this exciting event and show you how CTE can shape your child’s future!
Our Pre-K students explored the attributes of a square by shaping their own squares out of play dough.
