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A Message from Our Assistant Principal, Ms. Kelly D'Eletto

July 24, 2024
 
Dear Stetser Elementary School Families,
 
I hope that you're having a fantastic summer! As the days get shorter and the back-to­ school season approaches, I wanted to share some important information for the upcoming school year.
 
The first day of school for students is Tuesday, September 3, 2024. We welcome all students at the gym doors, located at the rear of the building, beginning at 8:30 am. It's vital that all students are in school daily and on time. Our school day is from 8:45 am - 3:45 pm.
 
Also, please keep your contact information updated with the main office staff so that you can receive the weekly SMORE electronic newsletter as well as any other important school information. It's vital to the safety of your child that we have updated home addresses, email addresses and phone numbers for parents and emergency contacts.
 
I wanted to take the opportunity to introduce myself. My name is Kelly D'Eletto and I will be serving as the assistant principal of Stetser Elementary School. I have been an educator for 21 years, 18 of those years have been in Chester. I look forward to working with each and every family as communication and family involvement are necessary for student growth.
 
I cannot wait to see all the incredible things you will achieve this year. Whether it's exploring new subjects, making new friends, or taking on exciting challenges, I know that you will achieve great things!
 
Remember that we are here to support you every step of the way. If there is anything that you need before the start of the year, please do not hesitate to reach out to me at kdeletto@chesteruplandsd.org.

Wishing you a joyful remainder of the summer and an amazing school year. 


Best,
Kelly A. D'Eletto
Assistant Principal

Important Dates to Remember

  • Monday, September 2, 2024 - School Closed in Observance of the Labor Day Holiday
  • Tuesday, September 3, 2024 - First Day of School 8:45am - 3:45pm
  • Tuesday, September 10, 2024 - Stetser's Back to School Night 4:30pm -6:00pm
  • Wednesday, September 11, 2024 - 11:45am Dismissal for Students
  • Wednesday, September 25, 2024 - School Closed for Students. Staff In-Service

Uniform Policy

All schools in the Chester Upland School District have a uniform policy, below are the acceptable items that students may wear at Stetser Elementary School.

Tops: Navy Blue, White, Black, Orange, Green, Yellow, or Gray, Polo Style Shirt or Sweater

Bottoms: Khaki, Navy Blue, or Black Pants; Khaki, Navy Blue, or Black Shorts (Knee-Length); Khaki, Navy Blue, or Black Skirts
 
Shoes: Sneakers or Closed Toe Shoes

* Hoodies, flip-flops, slides, open toe shoes/sandals or open­ backed shoes/ sandals, scarves/ bonnets or hats are not permitted to be worn by students inside school.*
 
School Hours

  • 8:45am - 3:45pm Monday-Friday
  • 8:45am - 11:45am Half-Day Dismissal
  • Early Dismissals end at 3:00pm

Arrival & Dismissal

  • Parents, to help your child achieve academic success, it is very important that your child attend school each day. Your child should arrive on time and be prepared to start their school day. Students are encouraged to remain in school for a full day of learning.
     
    Student Arrival
  • Students in the pre-k classroom enter directly through their classroom door at 8:45am.
  • All students in grades K-5 enter school through the rear doors of the Gym/All-Purpose Room beginning at 8:30am. This door will close at 9:05am.
  • Students in the Life Skills classrooms will enter the front door beginning at 8:30am.
  • Students will be escorted to their classroom by their homeroom teacher.
  • Students will be marked tardy after 9:00am. If your child arrives at school after 9:00am, they must enter school through the front doors and parents are required to sign them into school.

Dismissal

  • Students will be dismissed at 3:45pm from their classroom doors located at the rear of the building.
  • If your child needs to leave school early, the parent/guardian or designee should report to the front office for an early dismissal before 3:00pm. Your child will be called to the front office for an early dismissal.
  • Parents will not be permitted to go directly to your child's classroom.
  • Students are not permitted to leave the school grounds alone.
  • Students will not be permitted to leave school early with an adult that is not listed on the emergency contact list. If you need to update your child's emergency contact list, please contact Ms. Beverly Hoard at bhoward@chesteruplandsd.org, 610-447-3795 or visit our front office.

 
Absence Procedures

Pennsylvania State law requires that students must attend school daily. When a student is absent from school, upon returning, a note from the parent or official note from the doctor/hospital must be submitted explaining why the student was absent. The note will be kept by the school.
 
The following are considered Excused/Legal Absences:

  • Illness (three or more consecutive days requires a physicians note upon students return)
  • Death of an immediate family member
  • Quarantine established by a medical doctor
  • Medical and dental appointments during the school day which could not be arranged after school hours
  • Court appearances
  • Suspension from school
  • An exceptionally urgent situation that directly affects the child such as the effects of a natural disaster

The following are considered Unexcused/Illegal Absences

  • Babysitting
  • Car Troubles
  • Vacations
  • Oversleeping
  • Participation in extracurricular activities and hobbies

Excessive Absences

  • After three (3) days of cumulative unexcused absences, a warning letter will be mailed home.
  • After six (6) days of cumulative unexcused absences, a letter will be mailed home and a mandatory parent conference will be scheduled at the school.
  • After ten (10) days of cumulative unexcused absences, the truancy department will be notified.

The website below has further information on Compulsory School Attendance and Unlawful Absences in the state of Pennsylvania.
https://www.education.pa.gov/Policy-Fundinq/BECS/Purdons/Paqes/CompulsorySchoolAttendance.aspx

 
Stetser Elementary School Suggested School Supply List

  • #2 Pencils - No Pens
  • Two Pocket Folders
  • Composition Notebooks
  • Wide Ruled Notebook Paper
  • Erasers
  • Pack of Crayons
  • Colored Pencils
  • Highlighters
  • Scissors
  • Glue Sticks
  • 2 Boxes of Tissues
  • Black Dry Erase Markers