Respect is how we show others they matter. We are putting a special focus on using kind words, listening when others are speaking, taking care of our school and treating everyone with dignity. Respect helps everyone feel safe, valued and included. At home, encourage your child to use kind words, consider other people's feelings and practice respectful disagreement.Together, we can make respect something we live every day.
A Note From the Principal
We have officially blasted off into a brand-new school year. After a busy August filled with new routines, new friends, big feelings and a whole lot of learning, we are settling into our groove and ready to make September amazing. As we head into fall, thank you for partnering with us. Your support with attendance, being on time, reading at home, getting good rest and encouraging a positive attitude makes a huge difference. We are glad you are part of our school family. Sincerely, Deanna Carpenter, Principal
Sept. 2026
September PRIDE -Respect
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You Do Make a Difference
A quick update on our lunch menu. Our lunch prices have been updated for the new school year. Check out our new lunch items for this school year. We appreciate your continued support and look forward to serving you tasty meals! Egg Roll Vegetable Fried Rice Asian Broccoli Edamame Sweet & Sour Sauce Grilled Cheese Toaster Adult/Guest Breakfast $3.50 , Lunch $5.75 Student Breakfast $2.45, Lunch $3.65 Extra Milk $0.75 To keep things running smoothly, we ask that you bring exact change or a check.
Something Delicious Coming Your Way!
Let's Stay Healthy!
Looking Ahead
Oct. 8 & 9 - No School, Teacher Inservice and Workday Oct. 13 - Site Council & PTA Oct. 14 - Parent/Teacher Conferences & Book Fair Oct. 15 - No School, Parent/Teacher Conferences & Book Fair Oct. 16 - No School Oct. 28 - Picture Retakes Oct. 29 - Grade 2 Music Program Oct. 30 Halloween parade and parties in classroom
Wash hands often with soap and water, especially before eating and after using the restroom. Use hand sanitizer when soap and water aren't available. Cough or sneeze into your elbow - not your hands. Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth. Keep frequently touched surfaces clean. Encourage students to use their own water bottles and avoid sharing food or drinks. Remind students to give others a little space when they aren't feeling well. Please stay home when sick and allow your body time to recover. Small habits make a big difference! Thank you for helping keep our Stewart family healthy, happy and ready to learn.
C–Collaborate: Work together, share ideas, and learn from others. R–Reflect: Think about what you have learned and how you can improve. E–Embrace Challenges: Welcome difficult tasks as opportunities to grow. W–Wonder: Ask questions, explore new ideas, and stay curious! Being a good student is about how we show up each day. Being a good learner is about how we approach learning. When students show PRIDE and CREW, they become confident, curious and capable learners who are ready to take on whatever comes next!
A Good Learner Shows CREW
What does it mean to be a good student? At our school, we believe it is more than getting good grades or completing assignments. A good student shows PRIDE, while a good learner shows CREW—and we need both to grow and succeed! P–Perseverance: Keep trying, even when something is difficult. R–Respect: Treat yourself, others, and our school with kindness. I–Integrity: Do the right thing, even when no one is watching. D–Dependability: Be someone others can count on. E–Encouragement: Build others up and celebrate their success.
A Good Student Shows PRIDE
Learn more about ParentSquare
Beginning this school year, Salina Public Schools will use ParentSquare as our primary communication platform for families, students and staff across all of our schools. ParentSquare brings classroom, school and district communication together in one place, making it easier to receive urgent alerts and everyday updates through email, text or app notifications—all based on your notification preferences. Families, keep an eye out for your ParentSquare account invitation email. Once you’ve logged into your account you can stay connected through the ParentSquare website,www.parentsquare.com or by downloading the free mobile app for easy access on the go! Download the free mobile app from the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store, or by scanning the QR code:
ParentSquare: Our New Communication Platform!
Greatness Grows When You're Here!
Download the Printable Attendance Success Guide
Greatness Grows When You’re Here! And every day at school is a new opportunity for students to learn, grow and connect. Being at school each day helps students feel more positive about school and themselves while supporting their academic and social success. Consistent daily attendance helps students stay engaged, build a sense of belonging and develop strong habits that support success in the classroom and beyond. Starting the year strong by building good attendance habits reinforces the importance of being on time and present each day. Families play an important role by making attendance a priority, staying connected with their student’s school and planning ahead to reduce absences. Use our 2026-2027 Attendance Success Guide to help schedule family trips, appointments and other activities during school breaks and days off. Attend today—Achieve tomorrow!
Thank You for Supporting PTA Welcome families! I would like to take a minute to welcome you back for another great year at Grace E Stewart Elementary. We have a lot of fun and exciting things coming up for this school year and would love to hear your thoughts and opinions about it! Please reach out to us via email or join our PTA at the link below! Your PTA President, Keshia Bean
www.dillons.com/communityrewards
Upcoming PTA Events 9/8/2026: PTA Meeting 7 p.m. 9/26/2026: School Carnival
Stewart Elementary PTA News September 2026
grace.stewart.pta@gmail.com
Easy Ways to Help Link your Dillons Plus Shopper’s Card to Grace E. Stewart and earn every time you scan it. Select GRACE E. STEWART ELEMENTARY PTA or #WQ291 Like Us on Facebook Want to know the latest on Stewart and PTA activities? Find us at 2026-2027 Officers President: Keisha Bean Vice President: Rachael Hlad Secretary: Whitney Reid Treasurer: Janelle Showalter
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Deanna Carpenter - Principal Erin McCorkle - Assistant Principal Teresa Nelson - Secretary Main Office Phone Number: 785-309-4450
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7 - Labor Day/No School 8 - Site Council Meeting 6:15 p.m. PTA Meeting 7:00 p.m. 14 - National Day of Encouragement 16 - Family Walk Night 5:00-6:30 p.m. 22 - Individual & Group Pictures 26 - Stewart Carnival 28 - You Do Make a Difference Week Begins
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