SBA testing continues this week
DEE Growth Parade: May 30
Vaccine Clinic @ SMS: May 29
PTA update
- Golden Acorn Award
- Teacher Appreciation Week a success!
- Art Walk Fun
Upcoming events at DEE (and field trips!)

See the full newsletter

2023-24

DEE Newsletters

DEE News: 6/7/24

Class listens to presentation during Career Week

In this issue:

Career Week
DEE Family Engagement Event: June 11
Key Dates

See the full newsletter

DEE News: 5/31/24

Students show Principal Award certificates with principal

In this issue:

Principal Award Winners
DEE Family Engagement Event
Track and Field
Key Dates

See the full newsletter

DEE News: 5/24/24

In this issue:

Memorial Day: No School May 27
No School May 28
Check us out on social media
Lions and Tigers and Field Trips... Oh My!
Key Dates

See the full newsletter

DEE News: 5/17/24

In this issue:

Only One YOU: Rocks requested
Health room updates
Upcoming Wolf Night for Incoming 6th Graders: May 22, 23
Key dates

See the full newsletter

DEE News: 5/10/24

In this issue:

Principal's message
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Health room updates
Upcoming Wolf Night for Incoming 6th Graders: May 22, 23
PTA events & information
Upcoming SBA testing
Key dates

See the full newsletter

2022-23

June 2023

DEE News: 6/16/23

Posted by SBLSD on 6/16/2023

In this issue:

Celebrating Juneteenth
Next week...
Field Day
Variety Show
Lost & Found

DEE News: 6/9/23

Posted by SBLSD on 6/9/2023

In this issue:

Key dates
Special hours for Monday, June 12
This week at DEE
SBLSD Victory Tour
Career Week presentations
Biz Town, O-Hop Village and Point Defiance Zoo!
Water assembly and classroom fun!
Nurse's corner

DEE News: 6/2/23

Posted by SBLSD on 6/2/2023

In this issue:

Key dates
Celebrating College & Career Readiness!
Thank you, volunteers!
This week's special moments

May 2023

DEE News: 5/26/23

Posted by SBLSD on 5/26/2023

In this issue:

Key dates
This week at DEE
True North Assembly
Ready! For Kindergarten

DEE News: 5/19/23

Posted by SBLSD on 5/19/2023

In this issue:

Mrs. Crooker's third grade students' encouraging messages
Message from the principal
Key dates
This week at DEE
Ready! For Kindergarten Spring Sessions

DEE News: 5/13/23

Posted by SBLSD on 5/13/2023

In this issue:

Message from the principal
This week at DEE
Ready for Kindergarten Spring Sessions
Key Dates

DEE News: 5/5/23

Posted by SBLSD on 5/5/2023

In this issue:

Message from the principal
Asian, Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
May is Mental Health Awareness Month
New Wolf Night: May 23,24
This week at DEE
Ready for Kindergarten spring classes
Key Dates

April 2023

DEE News: 4/28/23

Posted by SBLSD on 4/28/2023

In this issue:

Message from the principal
Character Trait of the Month: Creativity
Key Dates
Yearbooks on sale: Deadline May 1
Explorer artists recognized at District Art Fair
Counselor's Corner
This week at DEE
Ready for Kindergarten Spring Sessions
Love & Logic Workshop

DEE News: 4/21/23

Posted by SBLSD on 4/21/2023

In this issue:

Key dates
Congratulations, Mrs. Cargill!
Earth Day: April 21
Thank you, Rotary Club!
DEE volleyball team shines at district jamboree
New voice, video intercom systems add extra security
Reminder: Family survey deadline, April 25
Ready for Kindergarten: Spring sessions
Regístrese para la serie de talleres Amor y Lógica - Spanish Love & Logic Workshop
Yearbooks on sale: Deadline May 1
District wide attendance competition

DEE News: 4/14/23

Posted by SBLSD on 4/14/2023

In this issue:

Family Survey
School-wide Planetarium Field Trip
Pre-Arranged Absences
Vocabulary Focus at DEE
Districtwide Attendance Competition Yearbooks on sale
Key dates

March 2023

DEE News: 3/31/23

Posted by SBLSD on 3/31/2023

In this issue:
- Key Dates
- Munch Madness Cereal Domino Run
- Spring class pictures
- True North assembly
- Traveling Farm
- District wide attendance competition
- 2nd and 4th grade weekly attendance winners enjoy a friendship lunch in the commons
- Yearbooks on sale
DEE News: 3/24/23

Posted by SBLSD on 3/24/2023

In this issue:
- Elementary conferences
- Key dates
- Lost and found
- Kindergarten Round-up: 3/28
- "Munch Madness" Cereal Drive
- This week at DEE
- Schoolhouse Rock! Presented by DEE Drama Club
- Yearbooks on sale
DEE News: 3/16/23

Posted by SBLSD on 3/16/2023

In this issue:
- Key Dates
- DEE Drama Club Presents: School House Rock Live Jr.
- Kindergarten Roundup: March 29
- Much Madness Cereal Drive
- Lost and Found
- Yearbooks on Sale
- This Week at DEE!
DEE News: 3/10/23

Posted by SBLSD on 3/10/2023

In this issue:
- Key Dates
- "Munch Madness" Cereal Drive
- Kindergarten Roundup: March 28
- DEE Yearbook Sale
- Volunteers
- W.A.T.C.H. Dogs
- Lost & Found
- Practical lessons in cooperation
- Attendance competition
DEE News: 3/3/23

Posted by SBLSD on 3/3/2023

In this issue:
- Character Trait of the Month: Cooperation
- "Munch Madness" Cereal Drive
- Key Dates
- DEE Yearbook Sale
- This week at DEE
- Attendance Competition

February 2023

DEE News: 2/24/23

Posted by SBLSD on 2/24/2023

In this issue:
- Key Dates
- Celebrating 100 Days of Learning
- Bright Future Spirit Day
- Counselor's Corner
- Smartphones and Smartwatches
DEE News: 2/17/23

Posted by SBLSD on 2/20/2023

In this issue:
- Key Dates
- DEE Read-a-Thon
- Smartphones and Smartwatches
- This Week at DEE
DEE News: 2/3/23

Posted by SBLSD on 2/3/2023

In this issue:
- Character Trait of the Month
- Celebrating Black History Month & Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
- Key Dates
- Celebrating Ms. Steele - National School Counseling Week!
- DEE Read-A-Thon
- Kindergarten Registration opens Feb. 7
- Free workshop helps families prepare children for kindergarten
- Nurse's Corner
- Free 'Love and Logic' parenting workshop series this spring

January 2023

DEE News: 1/20/23

Posted by SBLSD on 1/20/2023

In this issue:
- Key Dates
- 2023/2024 Preschool and Kindergarten Registration
- This week at DEE
- First Grade Teachers Earn National Board Certification
- 2nd Annual Regional Elementary Curriculum Showcase
- One week left to submit attendance waiver application
DEE News: 1/13/23

Posted by SBLSD on 1/13/2023

In this issue:
- 11 Days in the Life of Martin Luther King Jr.
- Key Dates
- 2023/24 Preschool and Kindergarten Registration
- This week at DEE...
- Counselor's Corner
- Elementary Curriculum Showcase
- STEM Fair Registration Extended to Jan. 20
DEE News: 1/6/23

Posted by SBLSD on 1/6/2023

In this issue:
- Character Trait of the Month: Perseverance
- Key Dates
- 2nd Annual Regional Elementary Curriculum Showcase
- Calling all scientists! Submit your project for the STEM Fair
- Attendance waiver application window open

December 2022

DEE News: 12/16/22

Posted by SBLSD on 12/16/2022

In this issue:
- Happy Holidays from DEE
- Key Dates
- Calling all scientists! Submit your project for the STEM Fair
- 2nd Annual Regional Elementary Curriculum Showcase
- Attendance waiver application window now open
DEE News: 12/9/22

Posted by SBLSD on 12/9/2022

In this issue:
- December Character Trait: Empathy
- Key Dates
- Welcome our New Nurse: Erika Cullen
- Explorers Celebrate 12 Days of December
- Polar Winterland Day: Dec. 16
- Attendance waiver application window opening soon
- Exploring WInter
DEE News: 12/2/22

Posted by SBLSD on 12/2/2022

In this issue:
- Empathy: Character Trait of the Month
- Key Dates
- Welcome our new nurse, Erika Cullen!
- Explorers Celebrate 12 Days of December!
- Highly Capable Referral Window
- Explorers in the snow!

November 2022

DEE News: 11/22/22

Posted by SBLSD on 11/22/2022

In this issue:
- Food Drive Challenge -- and Photos!
- Key Dates
- Highly Capable Referral Window
- Ready for Kindergarten Fall Sessions
DEE News: 11/18/22

Posted by SBLSD on 11/18/2022

In this issue:
- Key Dates
- Lost & Found
- Tuesday, Nov. 22 is College Day!
- Showing Gratitude at DEE
- Highly Capable Referral Window
- READY! For Kindergarten Fall Sessions
DEE News: 11/10/22

Posted by SBLSD on 11/10/2022

In this issue:
- Gratitude: Character Trait of the Month
- Key Dates
- Veterans Day Celebration
- Picture Retakes: Nov. 15
- Welcome Angi Sullivan!
- Highly Capable Referral Window
- Fall Conferences
- Lost & Found
- Food Drive
- Holiday Help
- READY! For Kindergarten Fall Sessions
- DEE is now on Facebook
DEE News: 11/4/22

Posted by SBLSD on 11/4/2022

In this issue:
- Gratitude: November Character Trait of the Month
- Key Dates
- Highly Capable Referral Window
- Fall Conferences
- Veterans Day
- Food Drive
- Counselor Corner
- READY! For Kindergarten Free Parent Workshop at DEE
- DEE is now on Facebook!

October 2022

DEE News: 10/28/22

Posted by SBLSD on 10/28/2022

In this issue:
- Key Dates
- Counselor Corner
- Principal Award Winners
- True North Assembly
- 5th Grade Ambassadors
- READY For Kindergarten Fall Sessions
- Lost and Found
- Donald Eismann is now on Facebook
DEE News: 10/21/22

Posted by SBLSD on 10/21/2022

In this issue:
- Key Dates
- Counselor Corner
- Vision and Hearing Screening
- Spirit Day is Oct. 28
- Book Buddies
- 5th Grade Servant Leadership
- We love our PTA!
- DEE is now on Facebook!
DEE News: 10/13/22

Posted by SBLSD on 10/13/2022

In this issue:
- Photos from this week!
- Key dates
- Spirit Day is Oct. 28
- Greetings at the door!
- Staff learning
- Acts of kindness
- DEE is now on Facebook!
DEE News: 10/7/22

Posted by SBLSD on 10/7/2022

In this issue:
- October is here!
- Trait of the Month - Responsiblity
- October is National Bullying Prevention Awareness Month
- Disability History Month
- Counselor's Corner
- We love our Watch D.O.G.S.!
- There is still time to order school pictures!
- Los & found
- Key dates

September 2022

DEE News: 9/30/22

Posted by SBLSD on 9/30/2022

In this issue:
- Picture Day is Oct. 4
- Watch D.O.G.S.
- Matt Wilhelm assembly
- Thank you PTA!
- Student spotlights
- Key dates
- Important dismissal reminder
- School schedule
DEE News: 9/23/22

Posted by SBLSD on 9/23/2022

In this issue:
- Principal Message
- See Something, Say Something Day
- Important Dismissal Reminders
- Picture Day: Oct. 4
- Key Dates
- DEE Spotlights of the Week!
- School Schedule
DEE News: 9/16/22

Posted by SBLSD on 9/16/2022

In this issue:
- Watch D.O.G.S. meeting
- Attendance matters
- Student coats and water bottles
- Do you want to volunteer at DEE?
- Appointments and dismissal changes
- School schedule
DEE News: 9/9/22

Posted by SBLSD on 9/9/2022

In this issue:
- Key Dates
- Parking Lot Safety
- Do you want to volunteer at DEE?
- Character Trait for September is RESPECT
- Appointments & Dismissal Changes
- Counselor's Corner!
- School Schedule
DEE News: 9/2/22

Posted by SBLSD on 9/2/2022

In this issue:
- School schedule
- DEE staff spotlight
- Campus visits
- Important dismissal information
- Appointments and dismissal changes
- Car and bus arrival
- School supplies
- Do you want to volunteer at DEE?
- Medication at school
- Incoming kindergarten families
- Important school breakfast and lunch information
- Key dates

August 2022

DEE News: 8/26/22

Posted by SBLSD on 8/26/2022

In this issue:
- School schedule
- Who's my child's teacher?
- School supplies
- Back to School Night is Sept. 1
- Car & bus arrival
- Dismissal
- Appointments and dismissal changes
- Medication at school
- Incoming kindergarten families
- Important school breakfast and lunch information
- Key datesPTA Explorer family picnic
DEE News: 8/19/22

Posted by SBLSD on 8/22/2022

In this issue:
- Hello Donald Eismann Explorers!
- School office opens Aug. 25
- PTA Explorer Family Picnic
- Back to School Night: Sept. 1
- Classroom assignments
- School supplies
- Incoming kindergarten families
- Free & reduced lunch

2021-22

July 2022

June 2022

DEE News: 6/17/22

Posted by SBLSD on 6/17/2022

In this issue:
- Celebrating Juneteenth
- Thank you volunteers!
- PTA board
- 5th grade fun day photos
- Field Day photos
- 5th grade promotion photos
- Important dates and information
- School supplies for the 22-23 school year
- Summer kids backpack program information
- PTA contact info
DEE News: 6/10/22

Posted by SBLSD on 6/10/2022

In this issue:
- Career Week
- Annual Victory Tour from BLHS, SHS
- JA BizTown
- Celebrating Julia Sims
- DEE annual volunteer breakfast
- 5th grade leadership job fair
- Lost and found
- Important dates and information
- Summer kids backpack program
- PTA
DEE News: 6/3/22

Posted by SBLSD on 6/3/2022

In this issue:
- Don't forget to return your library books by June 6
- Farm Day for first graders
- Important dates and information
- Summer kids backpack program
- Health services website
- READY for Kindergarten sessions
- Career Week
- Character Trait of the Month: Creativity
- PTA

May 2022

DEE News: 5/27/22

Posted by SBLSD on 5/27/2022

In this issue:
- Note from Principal Snider
- Important dates and information
- READY! for Kindergarten sessions
- Career Week
- 22/23 classroom assignments
- PTA
DEE News: 5/20/22

Posted by SBLSD on 5/20/2022

In this issue:
- Important dates and information
- Mark your calendar: Fun Run June 4
- Mental Health Awareness Night May 23
- Next year's plans
- PTA
DEE News: 5/12/22

Posted by SBLSD on 5/12/2022

In this issue:
- Important dates and information
- The DEE Dog of the Week
- Mark your calendar: Fund Run Saturday, June 4
- Mental Health Awareness Night: May 23
- Next year's plans
- PTA
DEE News: 5/6/22

Posted by SBLSD on 5/6/2022

In this Issue:
- Happy Mother's Day!
- Important dates and information
- Staff Appreciation Week was a HIT!
- Happy National Nurse Day!
- Volunteer to be a WatchDog
- PTA
- Next year's plans

April 2022

DEE News: 4/29/22

Posted by SBLSD on 4/29/2022

In this issue:
- Important dates and information
- Staff Appreciation Week
- Volunteer to be a WatchDog
- DEE Dog of the Week - Teacher addition
- PTA
- Next year's plans
DEE News: 4/22/22

Posted by SBLSD on 4/22/2022

In this issue:
- Important dates and information
- DEE PTA recognized!
- PTA
- DEE Dog of the Week
- DEE volleyball spikes the competition!
- Community cupcake maker brings smiles to staff
- Earth Day
- Next year's plans
DEE News: 4/15/22

Posted by SBLSD on 4/15/2022

In this issue:
- Note from the principal
- Next year's plans
- Important dates and information
- DEE Dog of the Week
- PTA
- Cereal celebrations
DEE News: 4/8/22

Posted by SBLSD on 4/8/2022

In this Issue:
- Spring picture day, April 12
- National Autism Awareness Month
- Character Trait of the Month: Honesty
- Cereal donation grand total...
- Classroom spotlight
- Important dates and information
- DEE Dog Spotlight
- PTA

March 2022

DEE News: 3/25/22

Posted by SBLSD on 3/25/2022

In this Issue:
- Cereal donation update
- Student spotlight
- Spring Picture Day April 12
- Yearbooks on sale now
- Important dates
- PTA information
DEE News: 3/18/22

Posted by SBLSD on 3/18/2022

In this Issue:
- Volunteers needed for cereal domino train
- Spring Picture Day coming April 12
- Yearbooks on sale now
- Important dates and information
- Weekly highlights
- Excavating dinosaurs
- Cereal drive donations
- DEE Dog Spotlight
DEE News: 3/10/22

Posted by SBLSD on 3/11/2022

In this Issue:
- Cereal drive donations
- PTA art works bulletin board
- Parent-teacher conferences
- Important dates and information
- DEE dog spotlight
DEE News: 3/4/22

Posted by SBLSD on 3/9/2022

In this Issue:
- March "Munch Madness" Cereal Drive
- Spring Conferences
- Kindergarten registration
- Important dates
- DEE Dog Spotlight

February 2022

DEE News: 2/25/22

Posted by SBLSD on 2/25/2022

In this Issue:
- DEE Watch DOGS are here
- Artist Keegan Hall visits DEE
- Celebrating 100 days of kindergarten
- Mrs. Shula's two-ingredient challenge
- Lost and found
- District virtual hiring fair
- Kindergarten registration
- Important dates and information
- DEE dog spotlight
- PTA news
DEE News: 2/18/22

Posted by SBLSD on 2/18/2022

In this Issue:
- District virtual hiring fair
- Classroom highlights
- READY! For Kindergarten
- Kindergarten registration
- Important dates and information
- DEE dog spotlight
- PTA news
DEE News: 2/11/22

Posted by SBLSD on 2/11/2022

In this Issue:
- Attedance Matters
- READY! for Kindergarten
- Important dates and information
- DEE dog spotlight
- PTA news
DEE News: 2/4/22

Posted by SBLSD on 2/4/2022

In this Issue:
- Character trait of the month: Cooperation
- Recess update
- Arrival and dismissal update
- Student highlights
- Read-a-Thon
- Kindergarten registration
- Volunteer art docents
- Important dates and information
- DEE Dog of the Month
- PTA news
DEE News: 1/28/22

Posted by SBLSD on 2/1/2022

In this Issue:
- Kindergarten registration
- Interested in becoming an art docent
- DEE classroom character highlights
- Important dates and info
- Elementary Curriculum Showcase
- DEE Dog of the Month
- PTA news

January 2022

DEE News: 1/21/22

Posted by SBLSD on 1/21/2022

In this Issue:
- Bright Star Theater visits DEE
- Tallest tower challenge
- Twosday
- Math is awesome
- Read-a-Thon
- Mentorship program
- Important dates and info
- DEE Dog of the Month
- PTA news
DEE News: 1/14/22

Posted by SBLSD on 1/17/2022

In this Issue:
- Celebrating life of Martin Luther King Jr
- Happy birthday, Julia Sims
- STEM in action
- Mismatch Day
- Important dates and info
- Elementary Curriculum Showcase
- DEE Dog of the Month
- PTA news
Explorer News: 1/7/22

Posted by SBLSD on 1/7/2022

In this Issue:
- Character Trait of the Month: Courage
- Temperance and Good Citizenship Day
- Regional Elementary Curriculum Showcase
- Important Dates and Information
- DEE Dog of the Month
- PTA

December 2021

DEE News: 12/17/21

Posted by SBLSD on 12/20/2021

In this Issue:
- Principal Message
- Important Dates and Information
- Spirit Week Highlights
- DEE Dog of the Month
- DEE PTA
DEE News: 12/10/21

Posted by SBLSD on 12/10/2021

In this issue:
- Spirit Week at DEE
- Important Dates
- Attendance Matters
- Lost and Found
- Classroom Highlights
- Explorer Dog of the Month
- PTA Information
Explorer News: 12/3/21

Posted by SBLSD on 12/6/2021

In this Issue:
- Spirit Week
- Important Dates and Information
- Mrs. Brown's First-Grade Class
- Mrs. Shula's Class: Character Strong Project
- Mrs. Glenn's Class: STEM Building
- Conversations and Experiences: Emphathy
- Human Rights Month
- December Menus
- DEE Dog of the Month
- PTA
- Stay Connected

November 2021

Principal Update: 11/19/21

Posted by SBLSD on 11/22/2021

Highly Capable referral period opens Nov. 22

Does your child perform at significantly advanced academic levels when compared with others? Consider referring them for Highly Capable Services. You may submit referrals beginning Nov. 22 through Dec. 9 for the 2021-22 school year.

Please start thinking now about who you might want to refer. View these presentations to learn more about the referral process and the continuum of services. Online and hard copy forms will be available on Nov. 22.

Any parent/guardian, community member or staff member may refer students for Highly Capable Services. Upon referral, testing will be held during January and February. Test scores will be reviewed to determine eligibility and families will be notified by March.

Learn more about the District’s Highly Capable Services at www.sumnersd.org.

Mayor’s 8th Annual Holiday FOOD DRIVE Update!

The DEE community has done it again! As of today our community has donated over 5002 items for the Mayor's Food Drive. We continue to show that we are Better Together. The items you have donated will help stock the shelves at the food bank. Thank you for your kindness and generosity.

Important dates and information
- November 12-22: Mayor’s Annual Food Drive
- November 23: Conferences (Early Dismissal 12:15 pm)
- November 24 - 26: No School
- Mondays - School starts at 10:35 am and dismissal is 3:45.
- Tuesday - Friday - School starts at 9:00 am and dismissal is 3:45 pm.
PTA

Please check out the DEE PTA web site to stay informed on PTA events, activities, meetings, spirit wear and fundraisers. https://www.donaldeismannpta.org

Stay Connected!

Mr. McDaniel: join my DEE Family Communication class on Remind! https://www.remind.com/join/deefam?utm_medium=ios

Twitter link for DEE: @dee_explorers
Twitter link for DEE PTA: @dee_explorerspta
Information For This Week: 11/16/21

Posted by SBLSD on 11/16/2021

A friendly reminder that school is out at 12:15 on November 17-19th and November 23rd. A grab and go lunch will be available for students to take home. The lunches may need to be heated at home.

The Book Fair will be this week during conferences November 17th from 12:30-4:00 pm, November 18th from 12:30-7:00 pm, and November 19th 12:30-4:00 pm. Credit card only please if you are purchasing in person.
Principal Update: 11/12/21

Posted by SBLSD on 11/12/2021

This week we honored our Donald Eismann community Veterans for their sacrifice and commitment to our country. On behalf of the staff at Donald Eismann Elementary, we thank you for your bravery, selflessness and courage to serve. It is evident that we are surrounded by families with deep military roots and a continued commitment to service. Thank you for joining the Donald Eismann staff in showing support for our Veterans.
We look forward to seeing many of you next week during conferences. We can’t wait to celebrate your child’s success and together make a plan for continued progress for the school year.
Best,
Bobbi Snider, Principal
Brett McDaniel, Assistant Principal

Mrs. Zengel's class surprised the office staff with some wonderful thank you cards! What a great way to demonstrate the character trait of Gratitude for this month.

Dress for winter temperatures

Please remember to have your child dress for the weather. Students go outside for recess and should have a warm rain jacket if possible. If you need assistance please contact our counselor at Stephanie_Groepper@sumnersd.org.

We are looking for any gently used or new clothing and shoes for our health room to cover the occasional need to replace wet or dirty clothes.

Lost and Found

We have a large amount of items in the lost and found. Please come by to look for your child's missing items. All lost and found items left will be donated over winter break.

Picture retakes are scheduled for November 16th. Students that don't like their first picture and want a retake need to bring their old picture packet on retake day and give it to Dorian staff.

Payments for new students or students that were absent for October pictures should be cash or check brought back in a packet and handed to Dorian staff on picture day by students or they can order online. Please ask your child's teacher for packet if you need one. Online payments are an option by going to the Dorian Studio website www.dorianstudio.com. Orders can be placed now. Look up the school name and the retake date and you can order online now and up to 4 days after the picture day. They do not take envelopes after the picture day. An online order would be required after picture day. Envelopes for new students will be sent home this week.

Families have the option to order the first picture from Oct. 5th if they forgot. They must order online and select the date of Oct. 5th. Those pictures will be mailed to their home by Dorian.

If you paid for pictures for Oct.5th picture day and your child was absent that day they can get their pictures taken on retake day.

Mayor’s 8th Annual Holiday FOOD DRIVE

Starting Friday, November 12th through Monday, November 22nd, our school will be participating in a food drive to support our Bonney Lake community. Your donation of non-perishable food items will help stock the shelves of the Bonney Lake Food Bank. Donations can be made in front of the main office doors at DEE (we have 2 large bins).
Download flyer "A Thanksgiving For All"

DEE Book Fair November 15-22!

Please check out the PTA website for details and look for flyers from our PTA on ordering books online or in person here @ DEE if you are attending in-person parent- teacher conferences.

Elementary conferences will take place Nov. 17-19 and 23 with options for in-person or virtual formats. In-person conferences will adhere to health and safety guidelines. These days will follow the half-day early dismissal schedule at 12:15 pm. Grab-and-go lunches will be provided.

Important dates and information

November 12-22: Mayor’s Annual Food Drive

November 15-19: PTA Book Fair

November 16: Picture retakes

November 17 - 19, 23: Conferences (Early Dismissal 12:15 pm)

November 24 - 26: No School

Mondays - School starts at 10:35 am and dismissal is 3:45.

Tuesday - Friday - School starts at 9:00 am and dismissal is 3:45 pm.

Explorer Dog of the Month!

Meet Bella! Did you know that Bella follows all arrival and dismissal rules at Donald Eismann Elementary. Bella stays with her adult and greets Carter and Cooper with a wag of her tail. If you see Bella in her red car make sure you give her a friendly Donald Eismann wave!

Counselor's Corner

This year registration for The Community Big Give, Thanksgiving meal, will take place online at https://communitybiggive.com/meal/ Registration is due no later than November 14th, 2021. If you need assistance in registering, please contact me at Stephanie_Groepper@sumnersd.org or 253-891-4500

PTA

Please check out the DEE PTA web site to stay informed on PTA events, activities, meetings, spirit wear and fundraisers. https://www.donaldeismannpta.org

Stay Connected!

Mr. McDaniel: join my DEE Family Communication class on Remind! https://www.remind.com/join/deefam?utm_medium=ios

Twitter link for DEE: @dee_explorers

Twitter link for DEE PTA: @dee_explorerspta
Principal Update: 11/4/21

Posted by SBLSD on 11/4/2021

This month we are working on the character trait of Gratitude. The dictionary defines it as: “the quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation for and to return kindness.” The definition we are using in class is:

Gratitude: choosing to notice and appreciate things in our life, things in others, and things in the world.

Gratitude has been shown to be one of the number one ways to reduce anxiety, increase happiness, and improve relationships. Why? Because it is a matter of where we put our attention! Did you know we can only have one thought at once? Scarlett Lewis from the Jesse Lewis Choose Love Movement says it like this: We can’t have a grateful thought and an angry thought at the same time! So, over the course of the month, we will consistently practice putting our attention and our focus on Gratitude. We will think about how to be grateful even for challenges. We will talk about incredible artists and writers and thinkers who know the power of Gratitude in the world. We will encourage Gratitude towards our classmates, ourselves, and (of course) our family!

Native American Heritage Month

Did you know November is Native American Indian Heritage Month, or as it is commonly referred to, American Indian and Alaska Native Heritage Month. November is a time to celebrate rich and diverse cultures, traditions, and histories and to acknowledge the important contributions of Native people.

Celebrating Native American Heritage Month involves taking the time to recognize the rich diversity of the cultures in America. There are hundreds of tribes across the nation, but most people are only capable of naming a few. Native American Heritage Month is a great opportunity to research your local history and discover which tribes called the land you now live on home. To find out more about tribal land visit www.native-land.ca.

Picture retakes are scheduled for November 16th. Students that don't like their first picture and want a retake need to bring their old picture packet on retake day and give it to Dorian staff.

Payments for new students or students that were absent for October pictures should be cash or check brought back in a packet and handed to Dorian staff on picture day by students or they can order online. Please ask your child's teacher for packet if you need one. Online payments are an option by going to the Dorian Studio website www.dorianstudio.com. Orders can be placed now. Look up the school name and the retake date and you can order online now and up to 4 days after the picture day. They do not take envelopes after the picture day. An online order would be required after picture day. Envelopes for new students will be sent home this week.

Families have the option to order the first picture from Oct. 5th if they forgot. They must order online and select the date of Oct. 5th. Those pictures will be mailed to their home by Dorian.

If you paid for pictures for Oct.5th picture day and your child was absent that day they can get their pictures taken on retake day.

Honoring Veterans Day

Students have received a red, white or blue star which they can decorate at home in honor of Veterans Day. The star can represent a Veteran in their family or a Veteran that they would like to honor. Photos of Veterans encouraged! If they do not have a Veteran in their family they can do research about a hero they would like to honor. Students can return the stars to the front office and we will collect them for a large display on our front windows of the school. Please have the stars returned to the school by November 9th.

On November 12 we will honor our Veterans by having a gratitude table at the front of the school with cards and roses. Veterans can stop by the school and visit the table, we look forward to honoring our Veterans.

During recess students will have the opportunity to tie a ribbon on the school fence to honor Veterans.

Elementary conferences will take place Nov. 17-19 and 23 with options for in-person or virtual formats. In-person conferences will adhere to health and safety guidelines. These days will follow the half-day early dismissal schedule at 12:15 pm. Grab-and-go lunches will be provided.

Mayor’s 8th Annual Holiday FOOD DRIVE

Starting Friday, November 12th through Monday, November 22nd, our school will be participating in a food drive to support our Bonney Lake community. Your donation of non-perishable food items will help stock the shelves of the Bonney Lake Food Bank. Donations can be made in front of the main office doors at DEE (we have 2 large bins).

A Thanksgiving for all flyer

DEE Book Fair November 15-22!

Please check out the PTA website for details and look for flyers from our PTA on ordering books online or in person here @ DEE if you are attending in-person parent- teacher conferences.

Important dates and information

November 5: Spirit Day - "Sports Day"

November 11: Veterans Day - No School

November 12-22: Mayor’s Annual Food Drive

November 15-19: PTA Book Fair

November 16: Picture retakes

November 17 - 19, 23: Conferences (Early Dismissal 12:15 pm)

November 24 - 26: No School

Mondays - School starts at 10:35 am and dismissal is 3:45.

Tuesday - Friday - School starts at 9:00 am and dismissal is 3:45 pm.

Counselor's Corner

This year registration for The Community Big Give, Thanksgiving meal, will take place online at https://communitybiggive.com/meal/ Registration is due no later than November 14th, 2021. If you need assistance in registering, please contact me at Stephanie_Groepper@sumnersd.org or 253-891-4500

Registration is NOW OPEN: READY! REGISTRATION CLICK HERE

READY! for Kindergarten is a free program that offers age-appropriate targets, trainings and tools for parents and caregivers of children birth to age five that ensure children success in school.
- Parents or caregivers attend workshops specific to the age of their child.
- Class recommendation based on their birthdate and the year they will enter kindergarten (Birth to age 1, 1-2 years old, 2-3 years old, 3-4 years old, and 4-5 years old)
- Materials and information presented are tailored to the child’s age group. New materials and information provided at each seasonal session.
- Multiple dates are offered for family convenience.
- If you have multiple children, sign up for two dates or bring an additional adult to attend both workshops.
- READY! classes are for parents. One set of handouts and tool kit is provided for each child, but an adult must attend the class to receive the materials. We cannot give you tools for someone else's child.
- Sumner-Bonney Lake School District provides the READY! Program FREE to families within the school district boundaries. Out of district families are required to pay a one time $25 fee for Orientation Materials and a $60 fee for each class attended to cover the costs of the learning tool kits.
- Spanish sessions offered for Kindergarten Class of 2022 and 2023
PTA

Please check out the DEE PTA web site to stay informed on PTA events, activities, meetings, spirit wear and fundraisers. https://www.donaldeismannpta.org

Stay Connected!

Mr. McDaniel: join my DEE Family Communication class on Remind! https://www.remind.com/join/deefam?utm_medium=ios

Twitter link for DEE: @dee_explorers

Twitter link for DEE PTA: @dee_explorerspta

September 2021

Principal Update: 9/24/21

Posted by SBLSD on 9/24/2021

Picture day is coming!

Picture packets will be sent home next week with students. Payments should be cash or check brought back in a packet and handed to Dorian staff on picture day or you can order online. Online payments are an option by going to the Dorian Studio website www.dorianstudio.com. Look up the school name and you can order online now and up to 4 days after the picture day. They do not take envelopes after the picture day. An online order would be required after picture day.

Dismissal
Thank you for your help with silent dismissal! With your help we continue to improve our dismissal, keeping it safe and timely. After feedback from our recent survey we are making a few changes which should speed up our playshed dismissal (parents picking up on foot).
Please read the below information:
- Please take time this weekend to teach your child their dismissal number. In the playshed students will be gathering in number lines rather than by grade level. This will allow for siblings to be together and for parents to easily identify their children.
- If you are picking up a kindergartener on foot (playshed) please come to the front of the line. We release kindergarteners prior to grades 1-5.
- If you use the silent dismissal phone application, notifications vary depending on what zone the child is in. Please do not rely solely on the "dismissal time" on the application. If you have questions on if your child was dismissed, please talk to a dismissal staff member (orange vest) or visit/call the office.
- During dismissal please do not enter our parking lot from the bus loading zone. This area is for exit only during dismissal.
We will be reviewing the survey again at the end of next week. If you would like to give feedback or suggestions please use the survey link below.

Silent Dismissal Survey Link

Important dates and information

10/1 - Spirit Day - Dress like an Explorer!

10/5 - School Pictures

11/16 Picture retakes

Mondays - School starts at 10:35 am and dismissal is 3:45.

Tuesday-Friday - School starts 9:00 am and dismissal is 3:45 pm.

Mrs. Elgas's Kindergarten class working on some fun projects.

Mrs. Glenn’s 1st grade Class enjoying lunch and reading time.

Miss Brown’s 2nd grade class is hard at work!

With their table groups, students had to build the tallest tower just using index cards. They were working on teamwork and collaboration.

Free and Reduced Meal Program

Tips for successfully filling out the application
- List all children attending Sumner-Bonney Lake School District
- If receiving food stamps or TANF benefits list the case number in the space provided
- List all household members and their incomes (benefits are based on size of the household and combined income)
- Provide a signature, social security number, address and phone number
- Please fill out all forms in ink
Printable application forms

Letter to Households (English)

2021-22 Free and Reduced Price Meal Program Application (English)

Letter to Households (Spanish)

2021-22 Free and Reduced Price Meal Program Application (Spanish)
The Bonney Lake Food Bank is now known as The Market. They serve a wide area. Please see the attachment for details and contact information for The Market. This is a wonderful resource for families in our community.

Flyer for Food Bank Information

PTA

President: Rebecca DeCamp president@donaldeismannpta.org

Vice President: Laura Fortier vicepresident@donaldeismannpta.org

Vice President of Communications: Sara Wittman communications@donaldeismannpta.org

Secretary: Krystle Donnelly secretary@donaldeismannpta.org

Treasurer: Hillary Dorksen treasurer@donaldeismannpta.com

Stay Connected!

Mr. McDaniel: join my DEE Family Communication class on Remind! https://www.remind.com/join/deefam?utm_medium=ios

Twitter link for DEE: @dee_explorers

Twitter link for DEE PTA: @dee_explorerspta
Principal Update: 9/17/21

Posted by SBLSD on 9/17/2021

At Donald Eismann Elementary, we believe that character development is one of the cornerstones of educating the whole child. Each educator at our school is invested in ensuring your child engages in conversations around character development and practices each character trait on a daily basis. As mentioned in our last newsletter, we will be focusing on one trait a month in combination of an equity focus. This month our character trait is kindness. Kindness is a choice that we get to make to bring good to your own life and the world.

Kindness is given through our actions, our attitude, our encouragement and our gifts to one another. Recently our school community showed kindness by collecting items to fill the fridge and stock shelves for our community. It amazes me how our community is quick to come together in a time of need. As a school, our families assisted in providing meals to over 2,500 families! Your generosity and kindness is out of this world!

Try the below conversation starts within your home:

How does kindness look in your home? What does it look like in our community? What does kindness look like in our extended family, our faith, spiritual practices, our community centers, our sports teams?

What acts of kindness have others shown you lately and how did you respond? How did it make you feel? How do random acts of kindness help you grow?

Each year, Americans observe National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15, by celebrating the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America.

to October 15 is National Hispanic American Heritage Monthowment for

The observation started in 1968 as Hispanic Heritage Week under President Lyndon Johnson and was expanded by President Ronald Reagan in 1988 to cover a 30-day period starting on September 15 and ending on October 15. It was enacted into law on August 17, 1988, on the approval of Public Law 100-402.

The day of September 15 is significant because it is the anniversary of independence for Latin American countries Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua. In addition, Mexico and Chile celebrate their independence days on September 16 and September18, respectively. Also, Columbus Day or Día de la Raza, which is October 12, falls within this 30 day period.

We would love to hear from our families with hispanic heritage. If you are interested in sharing your family photos, traditions and or artifacts please email dee@sumnersd.org.

Information and Pictures courtesy of www.hispanicheritagemonth.gov

Please call the office to excuse your child’s absence for the day. Unexcused absences can result in truancy petitions. This can be avoided by a quick phone call or email.
Pre-arranged absences of more than 2 days require a pre-arranged absence form to be completed. These forms are available in the office.

Thank you so much for helping improve our morning arrival and dismissal procedures. We all know that with a new system there will be challenges and you for greeting our staff with empathy, patience and kindness while we navigate a system designed with the sole focus of student safety. Yesterday we had walkers in and out of our the dismissal zone by 3:58 with all car pick-ups gone by 4:07pm. Remember no matter what time you arrive we start dismissing students at 3:40 pm. Thanks to your partnership, we have drastically reduced the time it takes to depart 600 students. To help us achieve our goal of safely dismissing over 600 students in 15 minutes or less we need your help. We have identified areas for improvement below. Please take a few minutes to review how you can help us become "better together."

Please limit early dismissals as much as possible. Students are engaged in learning until the end of the school day. If your student must leave early, please email the teacher in advance so they have ample time to pack up. If you want the office to call the student before you arrive, please call them when you are 2-4 minutes away to avoid the student losing class time by sitting in the office. To prepare for dismissal our office will take early dismissal until 3:25 pm. At 3:25 pm your child will be dismissed at the end of the day.

Parent car drop off in the morning:
- Have students ready to exit the car; masks on, backpack ready and can unbuckle themselves.
- Drive safely through the two lanes.
- Wait for a school employee (yellow vest) before allowing the child to exit the car
- Parents please stay in your car at both a.m. and p.m.
- If students cannot buckle/unbuckle themselves, please park and walk up.
Playshed pick up in the afternoon:
- Parents please stand near the cone with the group that matches your child's number.
- Parents please raise your number up high when called so we can match you with your child.
- Please wait for the staff member to connect you with your child.
Thank you for taking time to read how you can help with our dismissal process. We would like to get your feedback on our implementation.

Please take a moment to complete the feedback survey by clicking on the link below.

Parent Survey

Counselor’s Corner

I would like to take this opportunity to introduce myself. My name is Stephanie Groepper and I have the privilege of being the substitute school counselor here at Donald Eismann. As the school counselor, my focus will be on working with students in different capacities to help them be successful in all aspects of their learning. Some of the ways I will be working with students are: teaching lessons in classrooms, meeting with students individually or in small groups, and working with students to problem-solve at their request. I also help families figure out where to go for resources if they need things like clothing or food, or if their child has a need for more counseling than I can provide in the school setting. I will be at Donald Eismann Tuesdays and Fridays and in the afternoon on Wednesdays.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding your child or if you think there is something that I can do to help your family, please don’t hesitate to send me an email at Stephanie_Groepper@sumnersd.org

Free and Reduced Meal Program

Tips for successfully filling out the application
- List all children attending Sumner-Bonney Lake School District
- If receiving food stamps or TANF benefits list the case number in the space provided
- List all household members and their incomes (benefits are based on size of the household and combined income)
- Provide a signature, social security number, address and phone number
- Please fill out all forms in ink
Printable application forms

Letter to Households (English)

2021-22 Free and Reduced Price Meal Program Application (English)

Letter to Households (Spanish)

2021-22 Free and Reduced Price Meal Program Application (Spanish)
Important dates and information
9/14- PTA General Meeting 6pm

10/1 - Spirit Day - Dress like an Explorer!

10/5 - School Pictures

Mondays - School starts at 10:35 am and dismissal is 3:45.

Tuesday-Friday - School starts 9:00 am and dismissal is 3:45 pm.

PTA

President: Rebecca DeCamp president@donaldeismannpta.org

Vice President: Laura Fortier vicepresident@donaldeismannpta.org

Vice President of Communications: Sara Wittman communications@donaldeismannpta.org

Secretary: Krystle Donnelly secretary@donaldeismannpta.org

Treasurer: Hillary Dorksen treasurer@donaldeismannpta.com

Stay Connected!

Mr. McDaniel: join my DEE Family Communication class on Remind! https://www.remind.com/join/deefam?utm_medium=ios

Twitter link for DEE: @dee_explorers

Twitter link for DEE PTA: @dee_explorerspta
Principal Update: 9/10/21

Posted by SBLSD on 9/10/2021

Today we welcomed over 100 new kindergarten students to our DEE family! Thank you to our staff and PTA for welcoming our new families to our campus. If you are a kindergarten family and did not get a chance to visit with PTA you can contact them at president@donaldeismannpta.org.

With 100 new students starting today and preschool starting next week, we are making a slight adjustment to our parent pickup location. Parent pickup is defined as an adult physically present on campus, waiting outside on foot or in your car. Attached you will find an aerial view of our dismissal plan with a key that explicitly states each location and purpose. We ask that you preview the map and make any necessary adjustments to your arrival on campus. Together as we make these minor adjustments we continue to decrease our dismissal time. Thanks to all of our families, yesterday our car and parent pickup was nearly complete by 4:05 pm.

This new location for parent pickup on foot will allow for extended social distancing, clear access to preschool and visual safety in the car zone. Please note that today kindergarten families have been instructed to meet their child’s teacher at the bike rack (black zone). This area will ONLY be for kindergarten parents until further notice.

Silent dismissal was implemented due to a significant increase in our student population. We have received several questions regarding silent dismissal, it’s implementation and the components within the application. In regards to the components within the application, parents are able to identify if their child is riding a bus or walking on their own. If you are physically coming to campus, our staff will enter your number as you arrive and select your child’s dismissal zone based on your location to dismiss your child. Any change to how your child is getting home at dismissal needs to be complete by 2:00 pm. You can call our office at 253-891-4500 to make changes.

We suggest taking a photo of your pickup card with your phone in the event that you have forgotten your card at home, otherwise please be prepared to show ID. If you have any questions regarding silent dismissal and it’s implementation please email dee@sumnersd.org.

Sincerely,

Bobbi Snider, Principal

Important dates and information

9/14- PTA General Meeting 6pm

9/17 Spirit day - School colors

10/1 - Spirit Day - Dress like an Explorer!

10/5 - School Pictures

Mondays - School starts at 10:35 am and dismissal is 3:45.

Tuesday-Friday - School starts 9:00 am and dismissal is 3:45 pm.

School Supplies

If you have not paid for school supplies yet you can pay by check, cash, or card in the office. As a reminder you can pay your school supply fee online. The fee is $20.00. The school supply fee will cover basic school supplies needed for the school year. Your student should come to school with:
- Headphones or earbuds
- Backpack
- Water Bottle
Donald Eismann Elementary School Supply Information

Instructions for Online Payment of School Supply Fee of $20 (this covers supplies for your student this year).
1. Log on to SBLSD at www.sumnersd.org (NOT Family Access)
2. Hover over SCHOOLS on the top banner
3. Click on grades 1-12
4. Scroll down to the elementary school and click on DEE
5. Click on the dollar bill icon “Online Payments”
6. Click on the link “Direct payment Link Here”
7. Log in with your username and password (same as family access)
8. Click on your student that you would like to make a payment for
9. Click on “Shop”
10. Click on “Items at Student School”
11. Click on item you would like to pay
12. “School Supplies”
13. Click on “Grade”
14. Click on “Donation”
If you are able to contribute more than $20 to support a child in need please feel free to increase your fee amount.
If your student needs assistance with the school supply fee or the items listed please

contact the front office and we will connect you with the school counselor.

During the 2021-22 school year, all K-12 students can eat breakfast and lunch at no cost.

Bus Transportation

Bus transportation: Bus schedules can be found on the school or district websites under Transportation beginning September 1st. Due to Covid contact tracing, students will only be allowed to ride on their scheduled bus. If your regular daycare is on a different bus route, please contact the Transportation department at 253-891-6400 to discuss options. Due to a bus driver shortage, some buses will have double routes, meaning some students may be at school earlier or later while the bus makes its other route. Students are always supervised.

Information on bus routes can be found on the district website, click the Transportation tab.

Access the ONLINE BUS STOP SEARCH TOOL to find the bus route specific to your address. Please have your child at the bus stop 5 minutes before the scheduled bus arrival time.

Return to School Health and Safety Information
- The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) released guidance for the 2021-2022 school year. Under the updated guidance, schools must plan to provide full time in-person education for all interested students for the 2021-2022 school year with the following mitigation efforts:
  - All students, school personnel, volunteers, and visitors must wear at least a cloth face covering or an acceptable alternative when indoors.
  - Schools must have basic ventilation, cleaning and infection control plans updated to reflect what is currently known about COVID-19.
  - In preparation for the potential of COVID-19 infections while at school, schools will have response plans in place that includes communication with staff, families, their school district, and local health jurisdiction.
  - Physical distancing of at least three feet or more between students in classroom settings and at least six feet or more in most situations outside of the classroom to the degree possible is recommended.
  - COVID-19 testing programs and vaccinations are not required.
PTA

President: Rebecca DeCamp president@donaldeismannpta.org

Vice President: Laura Fortier vicepresident@donaldeismannpta.org

Vice President of Communications: Sara Wittman communications@donaldeismannpta.org

Secretary: Krystle Donnelly secretary@donaldeismannpta.org

Treasurer: Hillary Dorksen treasurer@donaldeismannpta.com

Stay Connected!

Mr. McDaniel: join my DEE Family Communication class on Remind! https://www.remind.com/join/deefam?utm_medium=ios

Twitter link for DEE: @dee_explorers

Twitter link for DEE PTA: @dee_explorerspta
Principal Update: 9/7/21

Posted by SBLSD on 9/7/2021

Dear Explorer Families,

It was great seeing all of our students back today ready for learning! Our students connected and reconnected with each other in the classroom and on the playground. These connections were beautiful to see!

Thank you for your patience as we navigated a new dismissal system. As you may know, sometimes implementing new procedures with technology can be tricky. Today was one of those days and I thank each of you for your understanding and cooperation as we implemented this new system.

We recognized many challenges today, have reflected and made changes which will be put in place tomorrow. We will continue to monitor and adjust this system as necessary to provide safety and efficiency for all families.

Here is what we need from you:
- Dismissal starts at 3:45 pm, we will start entering pickup numbers at 3:40 pm. Please do not arrive on campus prior to 3:35 pm.
- If you are picking your child up early for an appointment, please arrive on campus by 3:25 pm. No students will be dismissed between 3:30-3:40 pm.
- When picking up your child at the front door, please hold up your number card so your child can identify your location.
- If you have not told the school how your child is getting home on a daily basis, please call tomorrow by noon to inform our front office. 253-891-4500
- If you need to make changes to your child’s dismissal plan, it must be communicated to the school by 2:00pm either through silent dismissal or calling the office.
Again, thank you for your understanding and cooperation. We can only be better together with your partnership.

Sincerely,

Bobbi Snider, Principal
Principal Update: 9/3/21

Posted by SBLSD on 9/3/2021

It was great to see all of you who attended our “Launch into Learning” event last night. We appreciated connecting with each and every one of our Explorers new and old!

We are thrilled to open our doors to students on the first day of school. For safety purposes, we are asking families to say their goodbyes prior to students entering. This will allow us to safely welcome students to our campus. During the school day our office will be accessible by ringing the doorbell at the front door. Thank you for supporting us as we continue to make safety a priority at Donald Eismann Elementary.

Silent Dismissal

Did you know Donald Eismann Elementary is now the largest elementary in SBLSD! With the increase in enrollment to over 600 students we are implementing a new dismissal system. Each child will be given a dismissal tag which will correspond to a guardian pick-up tag. As we implement this new system we ask for your patience working out the kinks the first week. Our goal with this new system is to have an efficient and safe dismissal process.

IMPORTANT: You must have your child's number in order to pick them up. If you did not get your number at our back to school night, you can get the number from your child's teacher or the front office. The remaining pick up cards will be sent home with students on Tuesday.

We must know by noon on Tuesday how your child is getting home on a daily basis. If you forget to tell us how your child is getting home students will remain in the office until parent contact is made. You may create a silent dismissal account and enter that information online, call the office or email dee@sumnersd.org over the weekend.

Please click on this link for instructions on how to create a Silent Dismissal account. Silent Dismissal for Parents.

We have also included the link to log into the website https://dee.sdcs112.com . You will need the information on your child's pick up card to create the account.

Important dates and information

9/6 - Labor Day Holiday

9/7- First day of school grades 1-5

9/7-9/9 Kindergarten Connections

9/10 - Kindergarten first day of school

9/10 Spirit Day wear school colors

Mondays - School starts at 10:35 am and dismissal is 3:45.

Tuesday-Friday - School starts 9:00 am and dismissal is 3:45 pm.

School Supplies

As a reminder you can pay your school supply fee online. The fee is $20.00. The school supply fee will cover basic school supplies needed for the school year. Your student should come to school with:
- Headphones or earbuds
- Backpack
- Water Bottle
Donald Eismann Elementary School Supply Information
Instructions for Online Payment of School Supply Fee of $20 (this covers supplies for your student this year).

Log on to SBLSD at www.sumnersd.org (NOT Family Access)
1. Hover over SCHOOLS on the top banner
2. Click on grades 1-12
3. Scroll down to the elementary school and click on DEE
4. Click on the dollar bill icon “Online Payments”
5. Click on the link “Direct payment Link Here”
6. Log in with your username and password (same as family access)
7. Click on your student that you would like to make a payment for
8. Click on “Shop”
9. Click on “Items at Student School”
10. Click on item you would like to pay
11. “School Supplies”
12. Click on “Grade”
13. Click on “Donation”
If you are able to contribute more than $20 to support a child in need please feel free to increase your fee amount.
If your student needs assistance with the school supply fee or the items listed please

contact the front office and we will connect you with the school counselor.

During the 2021-22 school year, all K-12 students can eat breakfast and lunch at no cost.

Bus Transportation

Bus transportation: Bus schedules can be found on the school or district websites under Transportation beginning September 1st. Due to Covid contact tracing, students will only be allowed to ride on their scheduled bus. If your regular daycare is on a different bus route, please contact the Transportation department at 253-891-6400 to discuss options. Due to a bus driver shortage, some buses will have double routes, meaning some students may be at school earlier or later while the bus makes its other route. Students are always supervised.

Information on bus routes can be found on the district website, click the Transportation tab.

Access the ONLINE BUS STOP SEARCH TOOL to find the bus route specific to your address. Please have your child at the bus stop 5 minutes before the scheduled bus arrival time.

Return to School Health and Safety Information
- The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) released guidance for the 2021-2022 school year. Under the updated guidance, schools must plan to provide full time in-person education for all interested students for the 2021-2022 school year with the following mitigation efforts:
  - All students, school personnel, volunteers, and visitors must wear at least a cloth face covering or an acceptable alternative when indoors.
  - Schools must have basic ventilation, cleaning and infection control plans updated to reflect what is currently known about COVID-19.
  - In preparation for the potential of COVID-19 infections while at school, schools will have response plans in place that includes communication with staff, families, their school district, and local health jurisdiction.
  - Physical distancing of at least three feet or more between students in classroom settings and at least six feet or more in most situations outside of the classroom to the degree possible is recommended.
  - COVID-19 testing programs and vaccinations are not required.
PTA

President: Rebecca DeCamp president@donaldeismannpta.org

Vice President: Laura Fortier vicepresident@donaldeismannpta.org

Vice President of Communications: Sara Wittman communications@donaldeismannpta.org

Secretary: Krystle Donnelly secretary@donaldeismannpta.org

Treasurer: Hillary Dorksen treasurer@donaldeismannpta.com

Stay Connected!

Mr. McDaniel: join my DEE Family Communication class on Remind! https://www.remind.com/join/deefam?utm_medium=ios

Twitter link for DEE: @dee_explorers

Twitter link for DEE PTA: @dee_explorerspta

August 2021

Principal Update: 8/28/21

Posted by SBLSD on 8/28/2021
Dear Explorer Families,
Welcome to the 21-22 school year! For many of you, this is your first year as an Explorer! Donald Eismann Elementary is a place where relationships are valued, learning is a collective responsibility and communication is of utmost importance. We welcome you to our school!

This year our theme is "Build it Back... BETTER TOGETHER!" We know the work we do together to support our students will be critical to their success. As a staff we will take what we learned from the 20-21 school year and build on that success to create the best school year for your child. A critical component of building it back... BETTER TOGETHER, will be our partnership with families. As we launch into the 21-22 school year, we look forward to learning about our students, families and building the trust and connections needed to navigate an amazing year.

We look forward to seeing you at our "Launch into Learning" night!

Sincerely,

Bobbi Snider, Principal

Back to School Night - “Launch into Learning” Thursday, September 2nd from 5:00 - 6:30 pm.

We are excited to open our doors to families for the 21/22 school year. In order to safely open our school doors, all visitors will need to wear a mask indoors. We are asking that only one parent accompany their child to the classroom. All family members will be welcome outside during their timeslot. Students will visit their class first to meet their teacher and pick up their passport for our back to school Launch into Learning. After a quick visit to the classroom, families may visit stations in the back of our building such as STEM, Music, PE, PTA, Explorer Center and Mr. McD. Each station visit earns a star on the passport which will be turned in at the end for a prize drawing on the first day of school.

Times: In order to maintain social distancing please come at your designated time by last name. We understand that circumstances may require you to come at a different time.
- A - G 5:00 - 5:30 pm
- H - Q 5:30 - 6:00 pm
- R - Z 6:00 - 6:30 pm
During the our back to school night you will be learning about and registering for our Silent Dismissal process. This process includes designating how your child will get home each day.

Where: DEE Campus
- Grades K-2 enter through front door of building
- Grades 3-5 enter through side door of building
- Exit building through hallway doors.
- Visit Gym to pay for school supplies before or after your classroom visit
Learn about the Servant Leadership program at DEE with Mr. McDaniel at our Launch into Learning Back to School Night!!

We believe in educating the whole child and we cannot wait to share the exciting ways our students will learn how to be leaders at school, home and in their community.

It’s the moment you’ve all been waiting for! We have finalized student placement and you can find your child’s teacher information on family access by Monday, August 30th. Due to increased enrollment, all class placements are final. Our teachers are excited to meet their Explorers!

Class# Locations

100 Hallway - Ocean Avenue
- Ms. DuMars # 104
- Mrs. Hamilton # 105
- Mrs. Sims # 106
- Mrs. Elgas # 103
- Ms. Knutsen # 102
- Ms. Barr # 101
200 Hallway - Wilderness Way
- Mrs. Glenn # 201
- Ms. Brown # 203 (1st grade)
- Miss Johnson # 202
- Miss Brown # 207 (2nd grade)
- Mrs. Rumpza # 206
- Mrs. Smith # 205
- Mrs. Zahnow # 204
300 Hallway - Mountain Road
- Mrs. Crooker # 301
- Ms. Hobley # 302
- Miss Vardon # 305
- Miss Lange # 306
- Mrs. Hannan # 303
- Mrs. Azevedo # 307
- Miss Earsley # 304
Portables - Space Street
- Mrs. Feist # 503
- Mrs. Pittsinger # 504
- Mr. Lewis # 508
- Mrs. Jones # 507
- Mrs. Shula # 502
School Information
- 9/7 - Start Day grades 1-5
- 9/10 - Start Day Kindergarten
- School starts at 9:00 am and ends at 3:45 pm (8:45 drop off)
- Late Start Mondays 10:35 (drop off 10:20)
Silent Dismissal

Did you know Donald Eismann Elementary is now the largest elementary in SBLSD! With the increase in enrollment to over 600 students we are implementing a new dismissal system. Each child will be given a dismissal tag which will correspond to a guardian pick-up tag. As we implement this new system we ask for your patience working out the kinks the first week. Our goal with this new system is to have an efficient and safe dismissal process. Below you will find an aerial view of our dismissal map.

More information will be provided at our Launch into Learning night!

Kindergarten Connections September 7-9.

Kindergarten connections is a brief 1:1 meet and greet with the parent, student and teacher in the classroom. These appointments will occur on September 7-9. Your child’s teacher will be contacting you regarding your scheduled appointment.

School Supplies

As a reminder you can pay your school supply fee online. The fee is $20.00. You can also pay at our Launch into Learning night via cash or check in the gymnasium. The school supply fee will cover basic school supplies needed for the school year. Your student should come to school with:
- Headphones or earbuds
- Backpack
- Water Bottle
Donald Eismann Elementary School Supply Information

Instructions for Online Payment of School Supply Fee of $20 (this covers supplies for your student this year).
1. Log on to SBLSD at www.sumnersd.org (NOT Family Access)
2. Hover over SCHOOLS on the top banner
3. Click on grades 1-12
4. Scroll down to the elementary school and click on DEE
5. Click on the dollar bill icon “Online Payments”
6. Click on the link “Direct payment Link Here”
7. Log in with your username and password (same as family access)
8. Click on your student that you would like to make a payment for
9. Click on “Shop”
10. Click on “Items at Student School”
11. Click on item you would like to pay
12. “School Supplies”
13. Click on “Grade”
14. Click on “Donation”
If you are able to contribute more than $20 to support a child in need please feel free to increase your fee amount.

If your student needs assistance with the school supply fee or the items listed please

contact the front office and we will connect you with the school counselor.

Return to School Health and Safety Information
- The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) released guidance for the 2021-2022 school year. Under the updated guidance, schools must plan to provide full time in-person education for all interested students for the 2021-2022 school year with the following mitigation efforts:
  - All students, school personnel, volunteers, and visitors must wear at least a cloth face covering or an acceptable alternative when indoors.
  - Schools must have basic ventilation, cleaning and infection control plans updated to reflect what is currently known about COVID-19.
  - In preparation for the potential of COVID-19 infections while at school, schools will have response plans in place that includes communication with staff, families, their school district, and local health jurisdiction.
  - Physical distancing of at least three feet or more between students in classroom settings and at least six feet or more in most situations outside of the classroom to the degree possible is recommended.
  - COVID-19 testing programs and vaccinations are not required.
During the 2021-22 school year, all K-12 students can eat breakfast and lunch at no cost.

Stay Connected!

Mr. McDaniel: join my DEE Family Communication class on Remind! https://www.remind.com/join/deefam?utm_medium=ios

Twitter link for DEE: @dee_explorers

Twitter link for DEE PTA: @dee_explorerspta

PTA

President: Rebecca DeCamp president@donaldeismannpta.org

Vice President: Laura Fortier vicepresident@donaldeismannpta.org

Vice President of Communications: Sara Wittman communications@donaldeismannpta.org

Secretary: Kristie Donnelly secretary@donaldeismannpta.org

Treasurer: Hillary Dorksen deptatreasurer@gmail.com

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Online Payment of School Supplies: 8/23/21

Posted by SBLSD on 8/23/2021

Instructions for Online Payment of School Supply Fee of $20 (this covers supplies for your student this year).
1. Log on to SBLSD at www.sumnersd.org (NOT Family Access)
2. Hover over SCHOOLS on the top banner
3. Click on grades 1-12
4. Scroll down to the elementary school and click on DEE
5. Click on the dollar bill icon “Online Payments”
6. Click on the link “Direct payment Link Here”
7. Log in with your username and password (same as family access)
8. Click on your student that you would like to make a payment for
9. Click on “Shop”
10. Click on “Items at Student School”
11. Click on item you would like to pay
12. “School Supplies” “Grade Level” “Donation”
If you are able to contribute more than $20 to support a child in need please feel free to increase your fee amount. If you are unable to make the full fee payment you may select a lesser amount.

Thank you for supporting DEE!
Principal Update: 8/6/21

Posted by SBLSD on 8/6/2021

Explorer Families,

I hope each of you are enjoying the summer and have found ways to explore new areas in the Pacific Northwest. Personally, I have found my summer time thinking about our explorer families and how we can make the next school year the best yet. As we plan for back to school, I want to ensure you have the most up to date information for your back to school planning. Please take time to review the key dates and information below.

School Supplies

In order to provide some relief from back-to-school shopping, we are asking families to contribute a $20 donation per child to cover the cost of school supplies. Families will be able to pay in August through Family Access or at school when our office reopens on August 24.

Dismissal Upgrade

We are excited to announce that we have invested in a new dismissal system that will not only increase safety but also allow for increased instructional time at our school. With our school population growing to nearly 600 students, we know that our dismissal will be a busy time! Much like last year, each student will be assigned a number which will correspond to a pick-up tag. Once the pick-up tag is identified as being on campus, your child will be notified to walk to the designated pick-up zone. Look for more information regarding our procedures for drop off and pick-up in our back to school newsletter which will be communicated the week of August 23.

Back to School Night

Save the date for our back to school night which will be held on Thursday, September 2 from 5:00 - 6:30 pm. Details regarding the event will be communicated the week of August 23. We are excited to see our explorers and eager to launch into learning!

As our summer days come to an end, I wish you sunshine, fun and laughter! Continue exploring and making new memories with friends and family. If you need anything, please don’t hesitate to email or call.

Take care,

Bobbi Snider, Principal

bobbi_snider@sumnersd.org

253-891-4500

Stay Connected!

Mr. McDaniel: join my DEE Family Communication class on Remind! https://www.remind.com/join/deefam?utm_medium=ios

Twitter link for DEE: @dee_explorers

Twitter link for DEE PTA: @dee_explorerspta

PTA Link

Donaldeismannpta.org