Shark Bites - The Shaull Elementary School Newsletter
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Portrait of an Eagle - Critical Thinking Awards |
This month, we celebrate students who were nominated for their exemplary critical thinking skills! Way to go, Sharks! |
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Abigail is an excellent critical thinker. She draws on broad, deep background knowledge to connect new concepts to what she already knows. She is eager to tackle academic challenges and often answers higher-level questions with ease. This year she has grown in her ability to support peers who find the content more difficult, becoming a strong peer teacher. She is also well informed and cares deeply about world issues such as climate change. I have no doubt her critical thinking will one day have a positive impact on the world. Keep up the great work, Abigail!
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Tim is a great critical thinker who does a wonderful job sharing his ideas and making connections in class. He thinks carefully about his work and adds thoughtful ideas to our discussions! |
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Lily shows lots of critical thinking skills during the school day. She does a great job at explaining her answers, asking thoughtful questions and uses evidence to support her answers. She is always working hard on her work! |
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Tanish demonstrates critical thinking skills in the classroom daily. He is able to clearly explain his answers, support his answers with evidence, and make connections to the topics we discuss in class. He is a hard worker and a pleasure to teach. Keep up the great work Tanish! |
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Aaliya is an awesome critical thinker! She excels at organizing information and opinions on a daily basis. She never waivers in her approach to determining the relevance of her solutions and intuitively provides rationales during classroom responses. Way to go, Aaliya!
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Amy is awesome! She uses her critical thinking skills during math. She is always thinking of new ways to be a nice friend to everyone. I am so grateful to have her in class. |
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Emma is a naturally inquisitive learner who frequently asks questions to deepen her understanding. She makes good connections between different topics and approaches challenges with a positive attitude. I love her enthusiasm for learning! |
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Leo uses his critical thinking skills throughout each day! He works hard to find solutions to problems in and out of the classroom. He is determined, hard-working, and thinks outside of the box! Keep up the good work, Leo! |
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Emmett is an excellent critical thinker. I love listening to all of the unique ways he chooses to solve a problem, as he is always thinking outside of the box! His enthusiasm for learning and hard-work sets an excellent example for his classmates. Way to go, Emmett! |
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Naira is a great example of a critical thinker. She asks questions to think about different views on many topics. She loves to make connections in learning. Naira uses her prediction skills in math and explains her reasoning. Great job Naira! |
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Calleigh is a prime example of a critical thinker! She asks thoughtful questions wise beyond her years and loves explaining her thought process in different areas. She does an amazing job thinking critically about our world and sharing her thoughts with me. Calleigh, you are amazing!
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Liam is an excellent critical thinker. He thinks deeply about many topics and asks great questions. His curiosity amazes me! Way to go, Liam! |
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Jake consistently thinks outside the box! He loves asking questions and finding solutions to problems. He enjoys learning and often looks beyond the surface to understand concepts more deeply. During class discussions, he contributes meaningful insights and is able to make connections between different topics. His curiosity makes him a valuable member of the classroom! |
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Leo is a critical thinker. He asks questions that help him make sense of new information and uses what he learns to solve problems. He is able to show evidence to prove his answers are correct. He enjoys solving puzzles, riddles, and math problems. He is an independent and curious learner! |
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Everley is a creative thinker! She looks at all aspects of a problem, math or social, and can explain it from different angles. She takes her time, works through it, and is able to explain ideas to solve or understand. She applies her creativity to class discussions. I love hearing her ideas! |
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Andrew is an exceptional thinker whose curiosity & thoughtful approach to learning set him apart. He consistently asks insightful “why” and “how” questions to understand how ideas connect and what evidence supports them. When he encounters complex problems, he breaks them into clear, manageable steps, showing both patience and creativity in finding solutions. Most importantly, he communicates his reasoning with clarity and confidence. |
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Oliver is a great critical thinker. He’s always curious about the 'why' behind an answer, not just the answer itself. He’s also good at walking you through his logic step-by-step. What’s even better is how he handles mistakes—he reflects on them, learns what he needs to, and then just moves on without getting stuck. |
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Melody is a great critical thinker and she shows it through her analytical thinking and questioning. Throughout the year, Melody often asks questions to deepen her understanding of topics, especially in CKLA! Additionally she often relates things we learn to her life or asks why or how questions. She does a fantastic job thinking about how to solve problems before trying. Keep up the great work Melody! |
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Darian shows his critical thinking every day in school by questioning the world around him. He is inquisitive, curious about all the different things we learn and always asks deeper questions that show his thinking. He uses what we learn to understand his own life experiences, too. I am proud of you Darian! |
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Greetings Shaull Families,
We are excited to invite you to our upcoming Scholastic Book Fair, hosted by our librarian, Mrs. Jones, and the CV Elementary Library Department. This event is an opportunity for students of all ages to build their home libraries and further their love of reading. All purchases will benefit our school library here at Shaull.
The book fair will take place from April 20 through April 27 at Shaull Elementary. Students will be given the opportunity to purchase books during their library special class. Please see the schedule below for class dates and times.
Evening shopping for families will also be available during our Shaull Spring Celebration on Thursday, April 23rd from 5:30-7:30 PM.
This is a cashless Book Fair. Our Book Fair will offer eWallet, a safe and secure alternative to cash. All students who wish to shop will need an eWallet if they are shopping at the Book Fair during the school day. We cannot accept cash from students at school. Credit cards can be accepted at the book fair during the Shaull Spring Celebration on the evening of April 23rd.
Visit the Scholastic Book Fair homepage to learn more and to get started with eWallet:
https://www.scholastic.com/bf/shaullelementaryschool
We are excited to celebrate our love of books together at the Book Fair. We look forward to seeing you there!
Happy reading,
Mr. T.
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Book Fair Shopping Schedule By Class
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Monday, April 20, 2026: Day 5
10:00-10:40 - 1st grade - McCabe
12:00-12:40 - 4th grade - Delgado
1:15-1:55 - 2nd grade - Wolf
2:00-2:40 - 3rd grade - Varano
3:10-3:50 - 5th grade - Eyster
Tuesday, April 21, 2026: Day 6
Make up shopping
Wednesday, April 22, 2026: Day 1
10:00-10:40 - 1st grade - Donmoyer
12:00-12:40 - 4th grade - Still
1:15-1:55 - 2nd grade - Barrick
2:00-2:40 - 3rd grade - Brown/Scherer
3:10-3:50 - 5th grade - Kautz
Thursday, April 23, 2026: Day 2
9:15-12:00 Green Ridge K classes
1:15-3:50 Shaull K classes
Thursday, April 23, 2026 - Evening Shopping at the Shaull Spring Celebration 5:30-7:30 PM
Friday, April 24, 2026: Day 3
10:00-10:40 - 1st grade - McInroy
12:00-12:40 - 4th grade - Miller
1:15-1:55 - 2nd grade - Stoner
2:00-2:40 - 3rd grade - Albin
3:10-3:50 - 5th grade - Dreher
Monday, April 27, 2026: Day 4
10:00-10:40 - 1st grade - Tatar
12:00-12:40 - 4th grade - Clark
1:15-1:55 - 2nd grade - Wagner
2:00-2:40 - 3rd grade - Pryor
3:10-3:50 - 5th grade - Hussey |
Shaull Community – Volunteers Needed 🌱
We’re looking for parent volunteers for two upcoming events:
Multicultural Night (Thursday, April 23): Sign up here
Plant Sale (Friday, May 8): Sign up here
Your support helps make these experiences possible for our students - thank you!
Garden Club – Final Spots Open! 🌼
We have 2 spots left for Garden Club starting Wednesday, May 6.
Students will explore gardening through hands-on activities like composting, growing unique plants, and building sustainable systems. This spring, they’ll help design a micro cut flower farm!
Register here
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Incoming Kindergarten 2026-27 Readiness Night |
Kindergarten Readiness Night
May 12, 2026
5:00-6:00 PM
Please bring your incoming Kindergarten students to Shaull Elementary for a fun evening to introduce them to kindergarten!
The evening will begin with an overview of the hour, and the students will then be dismissed around 5:10 PM to go to the classrooms for fun activities including read aloud time, math and coloring, and so much more. All of this is to help the students know what to expect for Kindergarten.
Parents will remain in the gymnasium for a presentation by the Principal and have an opportunity to learn more information about what to expect next year in Kindergarten! There will be time for questions as well.
At 6:00 PM, students will be returned to the gym, and parents will have the opportunity to take home information about how you can prepare your child over the summer.
We look forward to seeing everyone!
Please complete THIS FORM by May 8, 2026!
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Everyone is welcome to shop - friends, family, neighbors, teammates, and more. Support our Little Sharks and help us spread the word! Proceeds directly support programs, events, and experiences for our Shaull students.
How to Order:
Order online at: https://plant-sale-6676.cheddarup.com
Important Dates:
Orders due by Wednesday, April 22
Pick-up Friday, May 8 (12–6 PM) outside of Shaull
Thank you for your support in making the Plant Sale a success!
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Pennsylvania System of School Assessment (PSSA) |
Our students in grades 3-5 have been taking small bites of the online practice Pennsylvania System of School Assessments (PSSA) through the Pennsylvania Department of Education in order to prepare for the first PSSAs that are fully administered online rather than paper and pencil. We are working to prepare students for the look and feel of taking the assessments on their school devices as it is a much different experience than the test in the paper booklets. Our official PSSA test dates are:
English/Language Arts: 4/21, 4/22, 4/23
Math: 4/27, 4/28
Science (gr 5 only): 4/29, 4/30
Please note that Educational Trip Requests for students in tested grades will not be approved on these state testing days. Each student's participation in the assessments counts towards our "participation rate" which is compared to schools locally, regionally, and statewide.
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Shaull Multicultural Night! |
Join us for our first big Multicultural Night at Shaull! This is also the evening of our Art Show (Gallery Walk on lower level) and Scholastic Book Fair (in the library). |
Grades 1-5 Field Day Information! |
Our 1st–5th Grade Field Day is quickly approaching, and we’re excited for a fun-filled day!
Date: Thursday, May 7 (Rain Date: Thursday, May 14)
Time: 10:00 AM – 3:15 PM (Lunch Break: 12:00 – 1:15 PM)
AM Stations: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
PM Stations: 1:15 – 3:15 PM
This year’s Field Day is space-themed, and students will rotate with their class through 20 exciting activity stations throughout the day.
What to Wear/Bring:
Fun Run shirt
Sneakers & comfortable clothing
A labeled water bottle
For complete Field Day details—including station descriptions, classroom schedules, a map, and more—please visit our field day website:
https://shaullpe.weebly.com/information.html
Volunteers Needed:
To help make the day run smoothly, we’re looking for parent volunteers to assist with stations. If you’re interested, please sign up here:
https://www.timetosignup.com/shaullpe/sheet/1384140/
Spectators:
Family members are welcome to attend, but must register in advance using the link below:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfCyHARZCO37F3Z0KRkr2YFgIN9JpwnX0oyMvneJzOuWxsOMg/viewform
Questions?
If you have any questions, please refer to our Field Day website, as it should provide all the information you need. If you still have additional questions, feel free to reach out:
Shaull PE Teacher, Mr. Chance Condran – ccondran@cvschools.org
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Grade K Field Day Information! |
Kindergarten Field Day is quickly approaching, and we’re excited for a fun-filled day!
Date: Tuesday, April 28 (Rain Date: Wednesday, May 6)
AM Session (Green Ridge): 9:55–11:30 AM
PM Session (Shaull): 1:55–3:30 PM
This year’s Field Day is space-themed, and students will rotate with their class through 8 exciting activity stations.
What to Wear/Bring:
Fun Run shirt
Sneakers & comfortable clothing
A labeled water bottle
For complete Field Day details—including station descriptions, schedule, and a map—please visit our field day website:
https://shaullpe.weebly.com/kindergarten.html
Volunteers Needed:
To help make the day run smoothly, we’re looking for parent volunteers to assist with stations. If you’re interested, please sign up here:
https://www.timetosignup.com/shaullpe/sheet/1384142/
Spectators:
Family members are welcome to attend, but must register in advance using the link below:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdEi7X71GT2K7oqCr81csXW7nx_79p_fgSyrBMkqcYnpD6zug/viewform
Questions?
If you have any questions, please refer to our Field Day website, as it should provide all the information you need. If you still have additional questions, feel free to reach out:
Green Ridge PE Teacher, Mr. Adam Naylor – anaylor@cvschools.org
Shaull PE Teacher, Mr. Chance Condran – ccondran@cvschools.org
We can’t wait for a great day of fun and movement with our kindergarten students!
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Little Eagles Track and Field |
Galaxy Games! - What Parents Need to Know
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A Note about our Parent Drop-Off and Pick-Up Loop |
Dear Families,
First and foremost, thank you to the overwhelming majority of our families who navigate our drop-off and pick-up loop every day with patience and grace. We truly appreciate you and do not take that for granted.
As we head into the final stretch of the school year, we want to take a moment to address something that has been happening with increasing frequency in our afternoon pick-up loop. Our staff members who are working the loop every day are there with one purpose in mind: making sure every child gets safely into the right car. Recently, we have experienced a number of situations where staff have been met with frustration and in some cases arguing from parents and guardians, and we want to respectfully ask for your patience and understanding.
Our afternoon pick-up process uses a Google-based student number system that requires us to check in each car, locate your child's number, and confirm that the right student is coming out to the right vehicle. This takes a moment, and on busy afternoons that can mean the line moves more slowly than any of us would like. We completely understand that everyone is busy and that the end of the school day can feel rushed. However, our staff are doing exactly what we ask them to do, which is keeping your children safe during a portion of the day that has a lot of moving parts.
Thank you for your continued partnership and for helping us keep dismissal safe and a positive experience for everyone.
Respectfully,
Mr. T.
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Save the Dates for our Musical Performances!
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We need YOU! Become a substitute or guest teacher at Cumberland Valley!
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Looking for Shaull Spirit Wear? Check out our School Store:
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April 23 - Book Fair, Art Show, Multicultural Night at Shaull
April 28 - Kindergarten Field Day (Rain Date May 6)
May 7 - Grades 1-5 Field Day (Rain Date May 14)
May 8 - 4th Grade Meet the Instruments Day at CVHS
May 11 - Shaull Chorus Concert @ MVMS
May 15 - Shaull PTO's May Fair
May 25 - No School
May 29 - Last Day of School, Half Day, No Kindergarten
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Trimester 3: Ends May 29, 2026, Report cards communicated on May 29, 2026 - Last Student Day
PSSA Testing 2026: ELA - April 21-23, 2026; Math and Science (Science Gr 5 only) - April 27-30, 2026
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Previous Editions of Shark Bites
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March 20, 2026
March 6, 2026
February 20, 2026
February 6, 2026
January 23, 2026
January 9, 2026
December 19, 2025
December 5, 2025
November 21, 2025
November 7, 2025
October 24, 2025
October 10, 2025
September 26, 2025
September 12, 2025
August 29, 2025
August 1, 2025
May 16, 2025
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Useful Documents and Links
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Our PTO works diligently to plan and host wonderful experiences for our students and families.
In order for our PTO to be successful for current and future generations of Shaull students and teachers, we need participation by our parents. Please reach out to me or the PTO at shpto@cvschools.org, or rtysarczyk@cvschools.org for information on how to attend a Zoom PTO meeting or how to get involved in our events. Our PTO meetings are the second Wednesday of each month and generally are 30-45 minutes in length.
Our remaining PTO Meeting Dates:
March 11
April 8
May 13
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Fly Like an Eagle!
Cumberland Valley School District's Portrait of an Eagle is our vision for all students upon graduation. Through the immersive Kindergarten through twelfth grade experience here at CVSD, our students will be able to demonstrate these seven competencies for success in adult life.
We will reward students each month with the CVSD Portrait of an Eagle Award Certificate. Be on the look out should your student come home with an award!
Additionally, students will be awarded the "High Fly"er" tickets on an ongoing basis to be entered in for regular prize drawings. Students may earn lunch with the principal, a game in the lobby "Sharkade," or prizes from the Principal Prize Bin.
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Our Vision at Shaull Elementary School
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Working together to promote an environment where every child belongs and grows into a lifelong learner. |
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