Knightly News
Knightly News
May 15 - Teacher Training 1100 Early Release
May 17 - Sigonella Spring Carnival
May 24 - Field Day
May 27 - Memorial Day (No School)
May 29 - Last Day for Sure Start
May 31 - Last Day for PSCD
June 5 - Last day of School 1100 Early Release
Dear Parents and Guardians,
This week is officially Teacher Appreciation Week, but the work our teachers do is noticed and appreciated every single day! I consider myself truly fortunate to work with such a dedicated and passionate group of teachers who consistently go above and beyond to nurture, inspire, and guide our children.
Believe it or not, we have just about 3.5 weeks left in the school year! Oh my goodness, where has the time gone? This coming week, we'll have an early release day on Wednesday at 11:00 and our exciting Spring Carnival on Friday evening. It's a joyful opportunity for our community to come together, and I hope you can make it!
We’re entering the final week of our Creativity Character Trait study, where students are exploring how creativity influences their lives in unique and positive ways. One great way to blend creativity with social-emotional wellness at home is by playing a game of emotional charades. Write down various emotion words on slips of paper, then take turns acting out those emotions while the rest of the family guesses. After each person's turn, take a moment to discuss what we might need or do when feeling these emotions. We'll wrap up the school year with our Kindness Closure, emphasizing the value of empathy and compassion. ♥
Wishing you a wonderful weekend filled with joy, relaxation, and quality time with loved ones.
Kindly,
Dr. Schonffeldt
In this week's spotlight, we celebrate the incredible young individuals in our school community who have exemplified the core values of ABCs—Act Responsibly, Be Respectful, Care for Yourself and Others. Their actions remind us daily that the foundation of a great school community starts with respect, responsibility, and care. Let’s continue to encourage and support each other in embodying these principles, inspired by our students' dedication and kindness.
Are you concerned about your child’s development?
Is your child’s speech unclear? Can you understand them?
Does their speech frustrate them? Does your child use simple sentences?
Does your child play well with others? Do they have difficulty remembering and following directions?
Are their fine and gross motor skills less developed than other children their age?
Was your child served with an IEP or IFSP in your last duty station? Do they still need services?
Child Find Screenings are available at Sigonella Elementary School by appointment when school is in session.
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Attendance Policy
In accordance with the policy stated in DoDEA Regulation 2095.01, “School Attendance,” August 26, 2011, as amended, school attendance is mandatory. All students are required to attend school to ensure continuity of instruction and that they successfully meet academic standards and demonstrate continuous educational progress. School attendance is a joint responsibility between the parent or sponsor, student, classroom teacher, school personnel, and, in some cases, the Command. Students with excessive school absences (or tardiness) shall be monitored by the Student Support Team to assist in the completion of all required work and successful mastery of course objectives.
Daily student attendance is identified based upon a quarter of the school day formula. Students will be identified as present or absent, based on the following criteria:
- Absent up to 25% of the school day = absent one-quarter of the school day
- Absent between 26%–50% of the school day = absent one-half of the school day
- Absent 51%–75% of the school day = absent three-quarters of the school day
- Absent 76%–100% of the school day = full-day absence
DoDEA considers the following conditions to constitute reasonable cause for absence from school for reasons other than school-related activities:
- Personal illness;
- Medical, dental, or mental health appointment;
- Serious illness in the student’s immediate family;
- A death in the student’s immediate family or of a relative;
- Religious holiday;
- Emergency conditions such as fire, flood, or storm;
- Unique family circumstances warranting absence and coordinated with school administration;
- College visits that cannot be scheduled on non-school days; and
- A pandemic event.
Unexcused absences may result in school disciplinary actions. An absence from school or a class without written verification from a parent or sponsor will be unexcused. Student attendance is calculated based upon the date of enrollment in a DoDEA school, which may occur anytime during the school year. Student attendance monitoring is designed to provide a continuum of intervention and services to support families and children in keeping children in school and combating truancy and educational neglect. Parents should notify the school of their child’s absence 30 minutes after the start of the school day. Too many unexcused absences may trigger the Student Support Team to convene.
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Immunization Requirements
Students who enroll in DoDEA schools are required to meet specific immunization requirements (DoDEA Regulation 2942.01, "School Health Services," September 2, 2016). These requirements represent the minimum and do not necessarily reflect the optimal immunization status for a student. Acceptable forms of official proof of immunization status may include, but are not limited to:
- Yellow international immunization records;
- State agency-generated immunization certificates;
- School-generated immunization certificates; and
- Physician, clinic or hospital-generated immunization records.
It is the responsibility of the sponsor/parent/guardian to provide their child's most current immunization record at the time of enrollment and when immunizations are updated. Parents of incoming students are allowed up to 30 days from the date of enrollment to obtain documentation of any missing required immunization(s). If the missing required immunization is a series, then the first dose of the series must be administered, and documentation must be provided to the school within the required 30 days. Students who have immunization(s) due during the school year will have 10 calendar days from the due date to receive their vaccine(s) and to submit documentation to the school. The due date of a vaccine is on the date the student reaches the minimum recommended age for vaccine administration.
DoDEA Immunization Requirements SY 24-25
STUDENTS IN NON-COMPLIANCE AFTER 10 DAYS MAY BE DISENROLLED UNTIL PROOF OF COMPLIANCE OR APPROVED EXEMPTION IS PROVIDED.
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Immunization Exemptions
A waiver for immunization exemption may be granted for medical or religious reasons. Philosophical exemptions are not permitted. The applicable DoD Command must provide guidance on the waiver process.
A statement from the child’s health care provider is required if an immunization cannot be administered because of a chronic medical condition wherein the vaccine is permanently contraindicated or because of natural immunity. The statement must document the reason why the child is exempt. This request for immunization exemption from specific vaccines due to vaccine contraindications or natural immunity must be completed and submitted to the school at the beginning of the child’s enrollment or when a vaccine is due. Request for exemption only needs to be completed one time for the duration of the child’s enrollment at the school.
If an immunization is not administered because of a parent’s religious beliefs, the parent must submit an exemption request in writing, stating that he or she objects to the vaccination based upon religious beliefs. The immunization waiver request must be completed and submitted to the school at the beginning of every school year. For students arriving after the school year has started, this request/written statement must be submitted at the initial enrollment and at the beginning of every school year.
During a documented outbreak of a vaccine-preventable disease (as determined by local DoD medical authorities), a student who is attending a DoDEA school program under an immunization waiver for that vaccine will be excluded from attending. This is for his or her protection and the safety of the other children and staff. The exclusion will remain in place until such time that the DoD Command determines that the outbreak is over and that it is safe for the student to return to school.
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Contacts
| Grade | Regular Hours | Days |
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| PK-5 | 8:05 a.m. - 2:35 p.m. | M, Tu, Th, F |
| PK-5 | 8:05 a.m. - 1:35 p.m. | Early Dismissal Wednesday |
| PK-5 | 8:05 a.m. - 11:20 a.m. | Half Day Dismissal Days |
| It is the responsibility of the parents or guardians to notify the school every time a student is absent. Please call +39 044-4106-0290 or email Sig.ES.Attendance@dodea.edu |
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