Pomaria-Garmany Elementary School

THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF NEWBERRY COUNTY REGISTRATION FOR KINDERGARTEN AND PRE-KINDERGARTEN February 24 - March 7, 2025 Register online at: https://newberry-sc.finalforms.com If you live in the attendance area for Boundary Street Elementary, Gallman Elementary or Newberry Elementary and your child will be 3 on or before September 1, 2025, please follow the same requirements that are listed for kindergarten registration. KINDERGARTEN All children 5 years old by September 1, 2025, entering public school for the first time You must bring: Birth Certificate (long form) and Immunization Record 3 Proofs of Residency Mandatory (1) Current Fed. Tax. Return with physical address Current tax notice Mortgage Lease Required (Any 2) Automobile Tax or Registration Current power bill Current phone/cell bill Current water bill Cable TV bill SC Driver’s license PRE-KINDERGARTEN All children 4 years old by September 1, 2025, entering public school for the first time. You must bring: Birth Certificate (long form) Income Verification ie: Medicaid card, most recent check stub, SNAP verification and Immunization Record 3 Proofs of Residency Mandatory (1) Current Fed. Tax. Return with physical address Current tax notice Mortgage Lease Required (Any 2) Automobile Tax or Registration Current power bill Current phone/cell bill Current water bill Cable TV bill SC Driver’s license *You may upload your proofs of residency, birth certificate and immunization record using the online registration application. Questions – please call 321-2600 Dr. Beth Brooks, Mrs. Edlin Del Valle, or your zoned school.

Due to the threat of winter weather and the resulting hazardous road conditions, the School District of Newberry County will have an eLearning day on Friday, January 10, 2025, with schools and offices closed. All activities are canceled for January 10. Teachers will post assignments for students to complete, but there will be no live Google Meets on this day. Students who do not have internet access will need to download assignments during school on Thursday. Students will have a five-school-day window of time to turn in eLearning assignments. Additional information regarding eLearning guidelines and expectations can be found at https://bit.ly/426hmBW.

SCDE responds to PowerSchool Data Breach Jan 8, 2025 Late Tuesday, the South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) was informed by PowerSchool of a cybersecurity breach involving its PowerSource portal. This was an international incident over which the state and local districts had no control. This breach resulted in unauthorized access to certain customer data from PowerSchool’s Student Information Systems (SIS), including data from multiple states and school districts across the country. During a meeting with PowerSchool’s senior leadership, they confirmed that personally identifiable information (PII) was compromised. The SCDE is currently working to understand the full scope of the breach. PowerSchool has stated that this breach has been contained and has informed the SCDE that it has taken steps to secure its systems, engage cybersecurity experts, and is also coordinating with law enforcement to address the breach. The SCDE is actively communicating with PowerSchool, legal counsel, and local districts to assess the full impact on South Carolina schools, students, and educators and to determine next steps. The SCDE is also in direct communication with the State Law Enforcement Division (SLED), the Attorney General’s office and has notified the Governor and legislative leaders. Commenting on the seriousness of this incident, State Superintendent of Education Ellen Weaver said, “The protection of our South Carolina students’ and educators’ personal data is non-negotiable. We fully recognize the anxiety this raises for them and their families.” She continued, “While PowerSchool has taken accountability for this breach, our Department will take uncompromising action to ensure we uncover the complete extent of this incident. We will insist that PowerSchool not only notify affected individuals but also provide them with credit and identity monitoring services." The SCDE will continue to engage and support districts and schools throughout this process as more information becomes available. https://ed.sc.gov/newsroom/news-releases/scde-responds-to-powerschool-data-breach/

FREE TO FOCUS Beginning January 6, 2025 The South Carolina Department of Education has released a policy that prohibits the use of personal electronic devices during the school day. The purpose of this policy is to create a phone-free school environment that fosters a positive learning experience free from electronic distractions. During the school day, students are prohibited from accessing their personal electronic devices. Students may not wear or access device accessories during the school day. This includes, but is not limited to, cell phones, smart watches, tablets, and gaming devices. MORE INFORMATION COMING SOON!

District-Wide Recruitment Fair! Saturday, January 25, 2025 Mid-Carolina High School 377 Cy Shumpert Rd. Prosperity, SC 29127 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. All positions: Teacher, Nurse, Child Nutrition, Bus Driver, Instructional Assistants, and other positions.

Red Ribbon Week October 28 - November 1 Monday wear Red Tuesday wear your favorite team jersey or shirt Wednesday dress your best for picture day Thursday wear fall colors or a Halloween t-shirt Friday wear PGE colors (Blue and Gold)

Spring 2024 Testing Dates

Deadline to purchase the optional Technology Insurance (alternately referred to as “Technology Fee”) is Friday, September 1. The yearly $25 cost covers the first iPad or laptop repair free. Certain first time repair or replacement costs without insurance could exceed $600. The $25 may be paid directly to your child's school. For more information, please refer to pages 16-17 of the 1:1 Technology Handbook. https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1079/NMS/3370241/2023-2024_1_1_TechnologyHandbook.pdf

TECHNOLOGY INSURANCE IS DUE ON OR BEFORE SEPTEMBER 1, 2023 Parents and Guardians- Tech insurance money is due by Friday, September 1. You may pay online at https://payments.efundsforscho... or by speaking to our bookkeeper, Mrs. Kristin Guy. The cost is $25 per student. It is not mandatory, but is highly recommended. For example, if a computer screen breaks, it averages a cost of $160. However, with tech insurance, the first breakage is covered (provided it was not intentionally damaged.) If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Saalfrank (teacher technology leader) at esaalfrank@sdnc.org or 803-364-2651.

A reminder that all Spring Fling Royalty fundraising money is due today by noon!

If you are still at school, cut loose and enjoy your weekend!!

Happy National SRO Day to the officers who keep our students, staff, and schools safe each day!

Happy School Bus Driver Appreciation Week to our wonderful drivers!

✅District Recruitment Fair 🗓️Saturday, Feb. 4 📍Mid-Carolina High School - 377 Cy Shumpert Rd. Prosperity, SC 29127 ⏰9-11 a.m. 🥳Certified and Classified Openings 🤝All Schools and Departments Represented

✅District Recruitment Fair 🗓️Saturday, Feb. 4 📍Mid-Carolina High School - 377 Cy Shumpert Rd. Prosperity, SC 29127 ⏰9-11 a.m. 🥳Certified and Classified Openings 🤝All Schools and Departments Represented

✅District Recruitment Fair 🗓️Saturday, Feb. 4 📍Mid-Carolina High School - 377 Cy Shumpert Rd. Prosperity, SC 29127 ⏰9-11 a.m. 🥳Certified and Classified Openings 🤝All Schools and Departments Represented

✅District Recruitment Fair 🗓️Saturday, Feb. 4 📍Mid-Carolina High School - 377 Cy Shumpert Rd. Prosperity, SC 29127 ⏰9-11 a.m. 🥳Certified and Classified Openings 🤝All Schools and Departments Represented

✅District Recruitment Fair 🗓️Saturday, Feb. 4 📍Mid-Carolina High School - 377 Cy Shumpert Rd. Prosperity, SC 29127 ⏰9-11 a.m. 🥳Certified and Classified Openings 🤝All Schools and Departments Represented

Recruitment Fair! Saturday, February 4 Mid-Carolina High School 9-11 a.m. Recruiting for all schools and departments

Nightly internet shutoff times affecting only school-issued, student devices. Please refer to the FAQ document for additional information.