Early Dismissal - Next Friday, December 19
Winter Break is almost here! We will have early dismissal next Friday, December 19.
Please plan for the following times.
Car Riders: PK-2nd @ 11:15, 3rd-5th @ 11:30 - If you have children in both groups, you may come at 11:30.
Daycare Riders: 11:30 - Please confirm that your child's daycare is picking up.
Bus Riders: 12:00 - Please make sure someone is home in case of early arrival.
If you will have a change of transportation, please send in a note.
Winter Break is almost here! We will have early dismissal next Friday, December 19.
Please plan for the following times.
Car Riders: PK-2nd @ 11:15, 3rd-5th @ 11:30 - If you have children in both groups, you may come at 11:30.
Daycare Riders: 11:30 - Please confirm that your child's daycare is picking up.
Bus Riders: 12:00 - Please make sure someone is home in case of early arrival.
If you will have a change of transportation, please send in a note.

Cats Caught Reading at Sallas Mahone 🔎🐾
Emylie, Chanan, & Kameron passing the time with Dog Man during bus dismissal.
Emylie, Chanan, & Kameron passing the time with Dog Man during bus dismissal.

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Please be advised that there will be an early dismissal on December 19th. More details will follow soon!
Thank you for your attention and cooperation.

Please be advised that there will be an **early dismissal on December 19th**. More details will follow soon!
Thank you for your attention and cooperation.

Join us for the Gift of Learning next week! Come to your child's classroom for a special learning event.
Kindergarten, Second Grade, & Fourth Grade: Thursday, Dec. 11 from 9:00-9:30am
First Grade, Third Grade, & Fifth Grade: Friday, December 12 from 9:00-9:30 am
See you there!
¡Únase a nosotros para el Regalo del Aprendizaje la próxima semana! Venga al aula de su hijo/a para un evento de aprendizaje especial.
Kindergarten, segundo y cuarto grado: Jueves 11 de diciembre, de 9:00 a 9:30 a. m.
Primer, tercer y quinto grado: Viernes 12 de diciembre, de 9:00 a 9:30 a. m.
¡Nos vemos allí!
Kindergarten, Second Grade, & Fourth Grade: Thursday, Dec. 11 from 9:00-9:30am
First Grade, Third Grade, & Fifth Grade: Friday, December 12 from 9:00-9:30 am
See you there!
¡Únase a nosotros para el Regalo del Aprendizaje la próxima semana! Venga al aula de su hijo/a para un evento de aprendizaje especial.
Kindergarten, segundo y cuarto grado: Jueves 11 de diciembre, de 9:00 a 9:30 a. m.
Primer, tercer y quinto grado: Viernes 12 de diciembre, de 9:00 a 9:30 a. m.
¡Nos vemos allí!


🦃Reminder🦃
We will be out of school next week November 24-28 for Thanksgiving Break.
We will be out of school next week November 24-28 for Thanksgiving Break.

Mark your calendars!
Join us for Parent Advisory Council tomorrow from 12:30-1:30pm to celebrate National Family Engagement Month!
We will learn about Leader in Me, Book Taco, and upcoming events!
All are welcome!
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¡Apunta la fecha!
Únete a nosotros en la reunión del Consejo Asesor de Padres mañana de 12:30 a 13:30, para celebrar el Mes Nacional de la Participación Familiar.
Aprenderemos sobre el programa "Líder en Mí", Book Taco y los próximos eventos.
¡Todos son bienvenidos!


📢 Visitor Reminder: VCS Clear Bag Policy 📢
For the safety of our students and staff, all visitors entering VCS school buildings must follow the Clear Bag Policy.
✅ Only clear bags, small clutches, or wallets are permitted inside.
🚫 Backpacks, purses, and other non-clear bags will not be allowed.
This applies for all visitors that enter onto our Sallas Mahone campus. If you choose or need to bring items into the building, please ensure that they are inside a clear bag.
Thank you for helping us keep our schools safe and secure! 🐾💛🐾
For the safety of our students and staff, all visitors entering VCS school buildings must follow the Clear Bag Policy.
✅ Only clear bags, small clutches, or wallets are permitted inside.
🚫 Backpacks, purses, and other non-clear bags will not be allowed.
This applies for all visitors that enter onto our Sallas Mahone campus. If you choose or need to bring items into the building, please ensure that they are inside a clear bag.
Thank you for helping us keep our schools safe and secure! 🐾💛🐾

❤🤍💙Let's honor our Veterans by wearing our red, white, and blue, TOMORROW, November 11th!❤🤍💙
Our very own SME family members who have served or are currently serving in one of our military branches, along with our students, will celebrate with a parade! The parade will begin at 8:30. Guests may arrive at 8:15.
Please note, if your child chooses to opt out of wearing red, white, and blue, they must adhere to school dress code by wearing their school uniform.
Our very own SME family members who have served or are currently serving in one of our military branches, along with our students, will celebrate with a parade! The parade will begin at 8:30. Guests may arrive at 8:15.
Please note, if your child chooses to opt out of wearing red, white, and blue, they must adhere to school dress code by wearing their school uniform.

Mark your calendars!
Join us for Parent Advisory Council on Friday, November 14, from 12:30-1:30pm to celebrate National Family Engagement Month!
We will learn about Leader in Me, Book Taco, and upcoming events!
All are welcome!
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¡Apunta la fecha!
Únete a nosotros en la reunión del Consejo Asesor de Padres el viernes 14 de noviembre, de 12:30 a 13:30, para celebrar el Mes Nacional de la Participación Familiar.
Aprenderemos sobre el programa "Líder en Mí", Book Taco y los próximos eventos.
¡Todos son bienvenidos!
Join us for Parent Advisory Council on Friday, November 14, from 12:30-1:30pm to celebrate National Family Engagement Month!
We will learn about Leader in Me, Book Taco, and upcoming events!
All are welcome!
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¡Apunta la fecha!
Únete a nosotros en la reunión del Consejo Asesor de Padres el viernes 14 de noviembre, de 12:30 a 13:30, para celebrar el Mes Nacional de la Participación Familiar.
Aprenderemos sobre el programa "Líder en Mí", Book Taco y los próximos eventos.
¡Todos son bienvenidos!


💙Kindness looks good on everyone! 💙
On Thursday, November 13th we’re celebrating World Kindness Day by wearing BLUE and choosing to be the reason someone smiles today. Let’s fill our school/community with kindness! #SpreadKindness #WorldKindnessDay
On Thursday, November 13th we’re celebrating World Kindness Day by wearing BLUE and choosing to be the reason someone smiles today. Let’s fill our school/community with kindness! #SpreadKindness #WorldKindnessDay

❤🤍💙Help us celebrate Veterans Day by wearing red, white, and blue on Tuesday, November 11th!❤🤍💙
Our very own SME family members who have served or are currently serving in one of our military branches, along with our students, will celebrate with a parade! The parade will begin at 8:30. Guests may arrive at 8:15.
Please note, if your child chooses to opt out of wearing red, white, and blue, they must adhere to school dress code by wearing their school uniform.
Our very own SME family members who have served or are currently serving in one of our military branches, along with our students, will celebrate with a parade! The parade will begin at 8:30. Guests may arrive at 8:15.
Please note, if your child chooses to opt out of wearing red, white, and blue, they must adhere to school dress code by wearing their school uniform.

🖤💛 WILDCAT NATION — IT’S GAME TIME FOR GOOD! 💛🖤
The Inaugural Winnersville Challenge to Give United is officially underway, and we need Wildcat Nation to help us bring home the win — both on the field and in our community!
This friendly competition between Valdosta City Schools and Lowndes County Schools supports the Greater Valdosta United Way and the many programs that strengthen South Georgia families.
Here’s how YOU can make a difference:
📱 Text GOCATS to 44321 to donate on behalf of Valdosta City Schools
❤️ Every dollar stays local and helps fund critical resources for our neighbors in need.
The winning team will be announced at the Winnersville Classic on Friday, October 31, so let’s show everyone what it means to BelieVe in the V and Give United!
Together, we can make an impact that goes far beyond the scoreboard. Let’s do this, Wildcats! 🐾
#BelieVeintheV #GoCats #LiveUnited #WinnersvilleChallenge
The Inaugural Winnersville Challenge to Give United is officially underway, and we need Wildcat Nation to help us bring home the win — both on the field and in our community!
This friendly competition between Valdosta City Schools and Lowndes County Schools supports the Greater Valdosta United Way and the many programs that strengthen South Georgia families.
Here’s how YOU can make a difference:
📱 Text GOCATS to 44321 to donate on behalf of Valdosta City Schools
❤️ Every dollar stays local and helps fund critical resources for our neighbors in need.
The winning team will be announced at the Winnersville Classic on Friday, October 31, so let’s show everyone what it means to BelieVe in the V and Give United!
Together, we can make an impact that goes far beyond the scoreboard. Let’s do this, Wildcats! 🐾
#BelieVeintheV #GoCats #LiveUnited #WinnersvilleChallenge

Sallas Mahone is celebrating Red Ribbon Week from October 27-31 with themed dress-up days! The event promotes a drug-free, healthy lifestyle and encourages student participation to make the week memorable.

Today's the day!
We invite our SME families to our Tailgate Trail this evening!
Come join us on the trail behind our school from 5:30-6:30 PM with tailgating cars and trucks set up with literacy focused activities and games!
We look forward to seeing you here!
¡Hoy es el día!
¡Invitamos a nuestras familias de PYMES a nuestro Tailgate Trail esta noche!
¡Acompáñennos en el sendero detrás de nuestra escuela de 5:30 p. m. a 6:30 p. m. con autos y camionetas de cola preparados con actividades y juegos enfocados en la lectoescritura!
¡Esperamos verlos aquí!
We invite our SME families to our Tailgate Trail this evening!
Come join us on the trail behind our school from 5:30-6:30 PM with tailgating cars and trucks set up with literacy focused activities and games!
We look forward to seeing you here!
¡Hoy es el día!
¡Invitamos a nuestras familias de PYMES a nuestro Tailgate Trail esta noche!
¡Acompáñennos en el sendero detrás de nuestra escuela de 5:30 p. m. a 6:30 p. m. con autos y camionetas de cola preparados con actividades y juegos enfocados en la lectoescritura!
¡Esperamos verlos aquí!


Mark your calendars for October 30th - Picture Day is Coming!

SME Military Families:
Please check for an RSVP letter sent home yesterday regarding the Veteran's Day Parade next month. To help us appropriately account for supplies, please send the form back by next Friday, October 31.
Please contact Mrs. Holyfield if you have any questions.
Thank you for your service! We look forward to celebrating you!
Please check for an RSVP letter sent home yesterday regarding the Veteran's Day Parade next month. To help us appropriately account for supplies, please send the form back by next Friday, October 31.
Please contact Mrs. Holyfield if you have any questions.
Thank you for your service! We look forward to celebrating you!

LITERACY TAILGATE TRAIL IS COMING!!! - October 23rd - 5:30-6:30
This year, we’re inviting our amazing SME families to host a themed trunk and share their love of reading.
Even if you’re not hosting a trunk, we’d still love for you to join us for a fun-filled family evening!
Pick a favorite book, character, or literacy idea — and get creative!
Let’s “Find Our Voice and Inspire Others to Find Theirs” as we celebrate literacy, fun, and family!
#SMELiteracyTrail #LeaderInMe #Habit8 #FamilyEngagement
This year, we’re inviting our amazing SME families to host a themed trunk and share their love of reading.
Even if you’re not hosting a trunk, we’d still love for you to join us for a fun-filled family evening!
Pick a favorite book, character, or literacy idea — and get creative!
Let’s “Find Our Voice and Inspire Others to Find Theirs” as we celebrate literacy, fun, and family!
#SMELiteracyTrail #LeaderInMe #Habit8 #FamilyEngagement

LITERACY TAILGATE IS COMING!!! - October 23rd - 5:30-6:30
This year, we’re inviting our amazing SME families to host a themed trunk and share their love of reading.
Pick a favorite book, character, or literacy idea — and get creative!
Let’s “Find Our Voice and Inspire Others to Find Theirs” as we celebrate literacy, fun, and family!
#SMELiteracyTrail #LeaderInMe #Habit8 #FamilyEngagement
This year, we’re inviting our amazing SME families to host a themed trunk and share their love of reading.
Pick a favorite book, character, or literacy idea — and get creative!
Let’s “Find Our Voice and Inspire Others to Find Theirs” as we celebrate literacy, fun, and family!
#SMELiteracyTrail #LeaderInMe #Habit8 #FamilyEngagement

We hope you enjoy your fall break!

