The Pirate Post
Shughart Elementary's Treasure Trove of News. In this month’s newsletter, you’ll find a message from the administration, updates from our PE teacher, School Counselor, Information Specialist, Art teacher, School Nurse, and Educational Technologist, as well as school news, upcoming events, lunch menus, and additional resources.
Dear Shughart Family,
As we enter the month of May, I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude to everyone for their unwavering support throughout our accreditation process. Our teachers and students have truly exemplified what we do best: instruct, learn, and support our military-connected students. Our visitors felt welcomed and were impressed by the wonderful things happening within our school.
Throughout this school year, we have worked diligently and made significant progress. This month, we take the time to highlight and support our incredible teachers who tirelessly give so much of themselves to others. We are deeply grateful for our educators who promote excellence for our students every day and everywhere.
With the end of the year and summer fast approaching, I remind our students and families to be well-rested for the upcoming summative assessments. Attendance remains crucial as our teachers will begin reviewing concepts to summarize the year and introduce material for the upcoming grade levels.
As we celebrate our achievements and look forward to the future, let's remember the words of Aristotle: "Excellence is never an accident. It is always the result of high intention, sincere effort, and intelligent execution; it represents the wise choice of many alternatives – choice, not chance, determines your destiny."
Thank you for your continued support and dedication to our school community.
Warm regards,
Shughart Administration Team
May is National Physical Fitness and Sports Month!! We will celebrate throughout the month of May!
We kick off this special month with National Physical Education and Sport Week! To learn more about this awesome week, please visit this website: https://nationaltoday.com/national-physical-education-and-sport-week/
Our Pirates are starting the month off running to prepare for the Shughart Lap Challenge. Each class will focus on running as many laps as they can during their PE classes! We will see which class is tops in their grade… and the School!! Students are learning how to track their steps, distances in both miles and kilometers, and making goals! We are giving them the skills and resources to use to be Lifelong Learners in Health and Wellness!!
Our Annual Field Day is on Friday, May 16th!! More information to come!!
Shughart is moving!!
Ms. Brocious, PE Teacher beth.brocious@dodea.edu
Career Fair - We Need You!
Pirate Parents and Community Stakeholders,
We are seeking presenters for our Career Fair being held on Friday, May 23, 2025. Do you have a career or know someone who would be willing to share their knowledge, experiences, and expertise with Shughart ES students? If so… click here and complete the form by May 7th.
Mrs. McIntyre, School Counselor vonne.mcintyre@dodea.edu
The end of the school year is rapidly approaching. The students have read many print and eBooks, and we are proud of their dedication to reading. Now that the school year is ending, book checkout will also end. The last day for students to check out books will be Friday, May 23. Students will need to return all books by May 30. After this, students can read books in our MackinVIA databases. In addition to the available eBooks, Tumble Premium also has a large assortment of books for students to read. Parents, be on the lookout for information regarding opportunities for summer reading.
Congratulations to all students who were selected as Book Champions this year. Each month, the student in each grade who checked out the most books received a prize bag and had their picture featured on the school bulletin board.
If you have any questions, please contact Dr. Ray at 910-861-7205 or sandra.ray@dodea.edu.
Clay is still coming! We are beginning to fire our glazed clay in the kiln. You should see it coming home in the following weeks. We share our kiln with the middle school, so it takes time.
Kindergarten and first grade have been learning about movement in art. We are using our lines to make a fast roller coaster artwork. We studied roller coasters and watched a POV video of a ride from Busch Gardens. It was almost like being on the ride itself! Next, we are going into some cool Spring art. Maybe a little something for all the moms.
Second and third grade are studying Op Art paper weaving. Op Art is short for optical illusion. We are going to use paper weaving to come up with some interesting designs. Students will have the chance to make up their own. After that, we will move into some Spring related art. We may have a Pokémon surprise if time allows!
Fourth and fifth grade are also studying Op Art after the finish glazing their clay. It will basically be the same as 2nd and 3rd, except we will expect 4th and 5th level results.
Mr. Reeves, Art Teacher daniel.reeves@dodea.edu
Five Tips to Beat the Heat
- Know the warning signs. Excessive sweating, muscle pain, headache, vomiting, tachycardia, cold/clammy skin are signs and symptoms of heat illness.
- Take safety advisories seriously. A heat advisory is less serious than a heat warning. An advisory means it will be hot enough to be very uncomfortable, and unless you are cautious it could be dangerous to your health and threaten life or property. A heat warning is the most serious heat alert, issued when conditions pose a threat to life or property. It means that within 12 hours the heat index will be at least 105 F.
- Drink plenty of water. To stay hydrated in hot weather, aim to drink 1 cup (8 ounces) of water every 15-20 minutes, especially when working or exercising outdoors, and drink before you feel thirsty.
- Take breaks in the shade. Use portable umbrellas, wear wide-brimmed hats, seek shelter under trees or shaded structures.
- Remember to reapply sunscreen. Reapply sunscreen every two hours, especially after swimming or sweating, and more frequently if you're engaging in prolonged outdoor activities.
Nurse Lori, School Nurse lori.medeiros@dodea.edu
End of Year Chromebook Collection
As the school year comes to a close, we want to ensure a smooth and organized collection of Chromebooks. On Monday, June 2, 2025, students will be required to turn in their assigned Chromebook, charger, and Chromebook bag.
If your child is missing their Chromebook charger, we kindly ask that you assist your child in locating it. If the charger cannot be found, please note that it is the sponsor's responsibility to replace lost equipment. For replacement information, please click here.
Thank you for your cooperation in ensuring all equipment is returned in good condition. This helps us maintain the quality of our technology resources and supports a seamless transition into the next school year.
If you have any questions or need further assistance, contact our school’s Educational Technologist, Mrs. Sease at danielle.smith-sease@dodea.edu.
Shughart Tech Spotlight: Ms. Rohde's Class Explores Wants and Needs
In Ms. Rohde's first grade class, students have been diving into the important topic of wants and needs during Social Studies. Through engaging lessons, they learned to distinguish between the essentials for living and the extras that bring joy to their lives.
To demonstrate their understanding, students used Wixie during their independent learning stations. Their project involved creating a graphic organizer to categorize various items as wants or needs. Using clipart, they placed examples of their wants and needs on their graphic organizer.
Some of the needs identified by the students included clothing, a house, and food. Their examples of wants ranged from money and fidget spinners to ice cream, dogs, cats, and birthday cake.
This project not only reinforced their understanding of wants and needs but also allowed them to creatively express their ideas. Great job, Ms. Rohde's class! Keep up the fantastic work!
Click here to view student examples.
Mrs. Smith-Sease, Educational Technologist danielle.smith-sease@dodea.edu
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DoDEA School Dress Code
Students MUST wear:
- Tops with sleeves (sleeveless tops/dresses are permitted for school sponsored formal events such as prom)
- Solid clothing (not transparent or translucent) that fully covers the top and bottom from armpit to mid-thigh
- Shoes (shoes must be safe for the school environment)
- Bedroom slippers shall not be worn, except for school activities approved by the principal
- Open toe shoes with a strap across the heel are allowed
Students CANNOT wear clothing with:
- Language or images promoting violence
- Language or images that depict, promote, or advocate the illegal use or sale of drugs, alcohol or tobacco products; violent conduct; curse words; pornography; that contain threats or expressions which are violent, discriminatory, lewd or obscene; or that advocate or promote any other illegal item or activity or the use of same
- Derogatory speech and/or imagery that targets groups based on race/color, ethnicity/national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, religion, or any other characteristic protected by law.
- Headgear that obscures the face (except as a religious observance or health purpose); clothing items with hoods attached can be worn but must not cover the head
* Teachers/courses can require certain attire as part of the curriculum (for example: physical education, culinary) that may include specific dress
* DoDEA issued athletic uniforms and athletic practice attire outside of the DoDEA school dress code is permitted when worn by participants during athletic practices and sports events
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| School Hours | Regular Hours | Wednesday Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Office Hours | 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. | 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. |
| PK - 5 | 8:20 a.m. - 2:50 p.m. | 8:20 a.m. - 1:55 p.m. |
| Early Checkout Ends | 2:00 p.m. | 1:00 p.m. |
Wednesdays are Early Release days
| Cafeteria Hours | Start | End |
|---|---|---|
| Breakfast | 7:45 a.m. | 8:15 a.m. |
| Lunch | 10:30 a.m. | 12:30 p.m. |
