Calendar Of Events

Springdale Honors Veteran’s Day

Springdale Elementary students and staff honored some of our local veterans on November 11^th, 2009.  The program began with a message from President Obama to all veterans, which was read by sixth grade students Kaitlin Patterson and Thomas McAfee.  The program continued with 5^th and 6^th grade students honoring the veterans with poetry, singing and renditions of the importance of recognizing this day for our heroes of the past and present.  Thomas McAfee, one of our students, was then given the pleasure of introducing his dad, Veteran, Judge John McAfee.  Judge McAfee spoke to the students regarding the importance of veterans and about Mike Christian, a true veteran.  Mr. Christian was a veteran that was so dedicated to America that during his time in a POW camp he sewed an American Flag into the inside of his shirt.  During the times away from guards, Mr. Christian’s flag was used to rally allegiance and courage for the American troops in the POW camp.  Even after being tortured, the flag destroyed, and then himself being beaten and thrown into solitary confinement, he pulled out a make-shift bamboo needle and began to sew another flag, to encourage the POWs to stand for what they believed in, FREEDOM FOR ALL.  After the playing of “Taps” and the retiring of colors, veterans were able to visit with each other, students, and staff members before proceeding to receive refreshments prepared by our cafeteria staff.  Springdale would like to thank our veterans for letting us honor them and for their help in preserving our freedom.  Pictured below are the veterans that were in attendance.

 

Springdale Students Explore Army National Guard Supply Truck

On Veteran’s Day, students at Springdale Elementary were given a special opportunity to observe an official vehicle of the Army National Guard.  Private Randall Poore honored our students by bringing a 1088 – 5 ton supply truck for them to observe and explore.  Private Poore presented information and a demonstration on the operations of this vehicle.  Private Poore, his brother, and nephew have been dispatched to Iraq and will leave on December 5^th, 2009.  Mr. Poore acknowledges this is a hard trip to make due to leaving his children but feels all will be well during his absence.  Springdale students would like to say thank you for this special opportunity and to wish him and his family the best during his deployment.

 

 

Springdale Elementary Participates in Tennessee Department of Health Dental Sealant Program

Springdale Elementary students have been having their teeth sealed through a program ran by the TN Department of Health. During the months of September and October, students were given the opportunity to have a dentist check their teeth and then have sealants placed on their teeth by Registered Dental Hygienists at our school. Dental sealants are a type of plastic material that is applied to the chewing surfaces of teeth in children and young adults to prevent tooth decay. The sealant acts as a barrier to protect the chewing surfaces. Sealants have been found to be both safe and effective and are an important part of a child's total oral health preventive program.

Springdale had 73% of our students to participate in the program. This translated into 312 students being checked and 1,110 teeth being sealed. All of this was provided at no cost to the parents. In addition to the sealants, students received dental health education in their classrooms and referral and follow-ups if needed with parents. We would like to give a special thank you to Ms. Alicia Burkart, RDH and Ms. Karen Kelly, RDH for all their hard work applying the sealants and working with our kids.

 

Springdale Elementary's Fall Carnival

"Huge Success"

Dreary weather did not do anything to postpone enthusiasm or attendance of the fall carnival celebration at Springdale elementary on Friday, October 2nd. Parents, students, and the community attended this localized event to show their support for their school while being able to enjoy rides, games, activities, bingo, food, and a fund raising auction. All monies received from this event are used to enhance the educational needs for all of our students throughout the school year. A special thank you goes to all which were involved!

Open House Scheduled

Springdale Elementary has scheduled their open house event to take place on August 6th, 2009 between 5:00PM and 6:30PM. We would like to encourage all parents and students in Pre-K through 6th grade to join us for this important event. By taking advantage of this opportunity, parents are able to ask questions, address concerns, meet with teachers and staff members, get updated information for the new year, and also receive a casual tour of the school. We hope you are able to attend and look forward to seeing you!