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re you passionate about or interested in technology use in our schools? CUSD is forming a new Parent & Staff Technology ...
09/01/2026

re you passionate about or interested in technology use in our schools? CUSD is forming a new Parent & Staff Technology Committee and we hope youโ€™ll consider joining! ๐ŸŒฑ

No need to be a technology expert! If youโ€™re interested in learning, sharing experiences, considering different viewpoints, and collaborating to support student-centered technology practices, apply!

CUSD is looking for parents and guardians representing different schools, grades, experiences and perspectives to join staff for ongoing conversations around educational technology, including ๐Ÿค– artificial intelligence, ๐Ÿ“ฑ classroom technology use, ๐Ÿ” online safety, ๐ŸŒŽ digital citizenship, equity, ๐Ÿ’ก innovative learning, and other emerging technology issues.

๐Ÿ“… First Meeting: September 16, 2026
๐Ÿ“… Second Meeting: January 13, 2027
โž• One additional meeting is expected later in the school year.

๐Ÿ“ Interested in being part of the conversation? Complete the application found in your email or at the link in the Sycamore Leaf and return it to Sharice Kennebrew by September 8, 2026.

๐ŸŒฟ๐Ÿ“… September at Sycamore! ๐Ÿ“…๐ŸŒฟWe hope your school year is off to a great start! Please save these important dates:๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Sept....
08/31/2026

๐ŸŒฟ๐Ÿ“… September at Sycamore! ๐Ÿ“…๐ŸŒฟ

We hope your school year is off to a great start! Please save these important dates:

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Sept. 4 & 7 โ€” NO SCHOOL
Enjoy the Labor Day weekend! ๐ŸŽ‰

๐Ÿ“ธ Sept. 9 โ€” Picture Day!
Say cheese! ๐Ÿ˜„ Studio 1 will be at Sycamore for individual and class pictures. You can order with the paper flyer sent home last week or do it online!

๐Ÿ›๏ธ Order online: shopstudio1.com
Sycamore code: F2623732

Miss picture day? No worries! ๐Ÿ“ธ Retakes will be offered in October.

๐Ÿงบ Sept. 9 | 5:30โ€“7:30 p.m. โ€” Courtyard Picnic
Bring your family, dinner, drinks, and a picnic blanket! Join us in the center courtyard to reconnect with friends and meet new Sycamore families. Youโ€™ll also hear from our Governance Council and learn more about how to get involved!

๐ŸŒŽ Sept. 10 | 8:15โ€“9:00 a.m. โ€” English Learner Advisory Committee
๐Ÿ“ Room 5
Families of students learning English as a second language are invited to hear how Sycamore supports our multilingual learners throughout the school year.

๐ŸŽฏ Sept. 21โ€“25 โ€” Goal-Setting Conferences
๐Ÿ“ฃ Early dismissal at 1:00 p.m. all week!

We canโ€™t wait for a wonderful September together! ๐ŸŽ๐ŸŒฟ

๐ŸŒฟ Get Involved at Sycamore! ๐ŸŒฟDid you know that Sycamoreโ€™s Governance Council (SGC) serves as both our Parent Faculty Ass...
08/22/2026

๐ŸŒฟ Get Involved at Sycamore! ๐ŸŒฟ

Did you know that Sycamoreโ€™s Governance Council (SGC) serves as both our Parent Faculty Association and our School Site Council? We meet monthly to discuss all sorts of topics, such as academic outcomes, curriculum goals, and classroom technology. We also organize the fundraising that supports arts instruction, classroom materials, field trips, assemblies, Outdoor Science School for 6th graders, and so much more! ๐ŸŽจ๐Ÿ“š๐ŸšŒ

๐Ÿ’š Everyone in the Sycamore community is welcome! Students, parents, faculty, alumni, and community members are all encouraged to participate. Whether youโ€™re brand new to Sycamore or have been part of our community for years, thereโ€™s a place for you!

๐Ÿ“… UPCOMING MEETINGS

๐ŸŽ September 9 at 5:30 PM
Join us for a relaxed Governance gathering during the Courtyard Picnic! Meet current Governance members, learn more about what we do, and find out how you can get involved.

๐ŸŒŸ Wednesday, October 14 at 6:00 PM
Save the date for our first formal Governance meeting of the 2026โ€“27 school year.

๐Ÿ™Œ VOLUNTEER WITH US!

Our amazing volunteers help make Sycamore a more magical place for our students and we truly couldnโ€™t do it without you! ๐Ÿ’š

Interested in volunteering? Fill out our volunteer survey and let us know how youโ€™d like to help! Link in bio.

Our TKs proudly donned their vintage green and gold Sycamore shirts this week.  This yearโ€™s school shirt offers a new wa...
08/22/2026

Our TKs proudly donned their vintage green and gold Sycamore shirts this week. This yearโ€™s school shirt offers a new way to show school spirit. The design of our shirt changes each year, and both child and adult sizes are available! We will pre-order this yearโ€™s Sycamore gear. Simply scan the QR code or see the link in bio to order via Cheddar Up. All orders need to be placed by Friday, September 11. The gear is expected to arrive by the first of October. A portion of all sales returns to our school as a fundraiser.

We hope all of our Sycamore families have had a wonderful summer! โ˜€๏ธ As we count down to the first day of school, here a...
08/05/2026

We hope all of our Sycamore families have had a wonderful summer! โ˜€๏ธ As we count down to the first day of school, here are a few important dates to mark on your calendar:

Tuesday, August 11
โ€ข New Student Tours: 9:00โ€“9:45 AM
โ€ข TK Meet & Greet: 10:00โ€“11:00 AM
(New TK families: Please check your email from Mrs. Stanger for details.)

Tuesday, August 18 โ€“ Back to School Night (Grown-ups only, please!)
โ€ข TKโ€“3rd Grade: 5:15โ€“6:00 PM
โ€ข 4thโ€“6th Grade: 6:00โ€“6:45 PM
โ€ข New Family Presentations (MPR): 5:15 PM & 6:00 PM

Wednesday, August 19 โ€“ First Day of School! ๐ŸŽ’
โ€ข 8:10 AM โ€“ Welcome Bell
โ€ข 8:15 AM โ€“ All students should be in their classrooms
โ€ข 8:15โ€“9:00 AM โ€“ Parent & Caregiver Coffee Social on the front lawn โ˜•
โ€ข 1:00 PM โ€“ Dismissal

We canโ€™t wait to welcome you back to campus for another fantastic year at Sycamore. ๐Ÿ’š๐Ÿ

Looking for a way to get more involved at Sycamore this year? THIS is your sign! โœจOur Governance Council (PFA) is lookin...
06/30/2026

Looking for a way to get more involved at Sycamore this year? THIS is your sign! โœจ

Our Governance Council (PFA) is looking to fill several volunteer roles for the 2026/27 school year, and weโ€™d love to have you join us.

Whether youโ€™re a brand-new Sycamore family or have been part of our community for years, thereโ€™s a place for you. No experience necessary! Just a willingness to help, connect with other families, and make a positive impact on our school.

Open Opportunities:

๐Ÿ’š Co-Facilitator (Vice President)
Partner with our Facilitator, Rachel, to help lead our Governance Council and oversee next yearโ€™s nominating committee. This role involves a brief monthly planning meeting.

๐ŸŒŽ Equity & Inclusion Chair
Help foster a welcoming and inclusive school community by listening to families and leading conversations that support diversity and equity at Sycamore.

๐Ÿ“ฑ Social Media Support
Love taking photos, making reels, or creating content? Help our Communications Co-Chair capture special moments, create social media posts, and keep our pages looking fresh and engaging. Weโ€™d love to have a few people join this team!

๐ŸŽ‰ Event Chairs
Do you have a favorite Sycamore event? Have ideas for this yearโ€™s Family Dance, Sycamore Celebrates, or our Book Fairs? Help plan and bring our beloved traditions to life!

Volunteering is one of the best ways to make friends and help create the magic that makes Sycamore so special.

Interested or have questions? Please email us!

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