Month: January 2024

Get Plugged into Sylvan Park and more involved in your child’s school!

Interested in becoming more involved in your child’s school or merely getting to know some of your fellow Sylvan Park Parents?

Please RSVP and join us at one of the meeting times below for more information:

– February 7th at 10am – contact Kimberly Linfert at 615-715-3914 for RSVP and address

– February 13th directly after drop off (8:15 am) in the auditorium – no RSVP needed

– March 6th at 7 pm – contact Cassie Lefevre at 859-630-9676 for RSVP and address

*If none of these dates work for you, but you are still interested in learning more, please reach out to pto.spark@gmail.com.

Mon & Tues: SP Marathon Kids, 3 – 4

Marathon Kids is a RUNNING CLUB that meets once a week and is led by Coaches thrilled to get your children excited about running.

Kids will hear volunteer led talks about running, learn appropriate stretches and warm-ups, and run laps on the path at the school playground. This will prepare them to participate in and truly enjoy the Music City Marathon – Kids Rock Run in April. (separate registration is required for the Kids Rock Run and information will be provided on this closer to the event)

By registering for Marathon Kids you agree to the Code of Conduct below:

Marathon Kids Code of Conduct

1. Students will participate in daily club activities as defined by club leaders.
2. Students will treat their peers and club leaders with respect.
3. Parents/caregivers will arrive on time for pick up. There will be no after club student supervision.

Two strikes against the code of conduct guidelines will result in removal from the club without reimbursement.

Register for Marathon Kids

Alive’s FREE Youth Group Grief Support

Alive’s FREE Youth Group is for any child or teen in Middle Tennessee ages 4-17 who have experienced the death of someone significant.

Alive’s FREE Youth Group is for any child or teen in Middle Tennessee ages 4-17 who have experienced the death of someone significant.

Each session includes dinner, grief education, games, and activities that allow youth to cope with loss, while connecting with peers in similar circumstances.

Youth Group Meets:
January 30 – March 26, 2024 (no session March 12 due to Spring Break)
On Tuesdays from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.

GriefSupport@AliveHospice.org | 615-963-4732

Register Here for Alive Youth Group

Weds & Thurs: Nature Explorers Club, 3-5pm

Dirty shoes

Sylvan Park Nature Explorers Club

Wednesdays and/or Thursdays August 23rd to October 5th

MARCH 20TH- MAY 16TH

DISMISSAL UNTIL 5PM

3RD, 4TH, AND 5TH GRADES

Children are welcome to attend both days!

Come with us after school, to explore the woods, fields, and creek along the greenway.

3rd, 4th, and 5th grades

Teachers pick students up at school at dismissal, and families pickup at 5pm at Richland Park Greenway

Register Here for Explorers Club

Wednesday: Sylvan Park Rally Cats Tennis Club, 3:15 – 4:15p

Sylvan Park Rally Cats Tennis Club

A beginner’s youth tennis program for all grades

GET ACTIVE, HAVE FUN, AND MAKE FRIENDS WHILE LEARNING TO PLAY TENNIS!
Offered for all grades and equipment is provided! 

Sylvan Park Elementary School
Wednesday Afternoons on the school blacktop next to the playground

Session 1 / March 6, 20, 27, April 3 / (rain make-up = April 10) / Team ID: 7042470526

Session 2 / April 17, 24, May 1, 8 / (rain make-up = May 15) / Team ID: 7042470543

3:15- 4:15 pm
Price: $80 (per session)

SIGN UP HERE

February 8th, 6pm: Diversity Night Speaker Series

Diversity Night 2024

February 8th, 6pm: 3rd Annual Diversity Night Speaker Series brings a panel discussion about LGBTQ+ Identities: How to support young people through their journeys.

This support starts with educating and supporting the parents/caregivers and educators about these identities so children feel comfortable to talk about their own process as well as their peers’ process.

Date: 02/08/2024 (Thu.)
Time: 6:00pm – 7:00pm CST
Location: Childcare in the gym/Event in the library

This is a sign-up for Sylvan Park Diversity Night childcare/pizza. Childcare will be available for elementary-aged children at least 5 years old in the gymnasium.  

Sylvan Park Diversity Night Childcare/Pizza Sign-up

What is Diversity Night?

Diversity Night is an opportunity for the EDI (Equity, Diversity and Inclusion) chairs on the PTO Board to invite parents/caregivers and educators at Sylvan Park Elementary to educational discussions around diversity and inclusion. This occurs one night per year and childcare (and pizza) is provided. We believe it is important for parents/caregivers to come to a space where they can learn with an open heart and be part of discussions with minimal distractions. 

Previous topics in the series include: 

  • The Value of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging in School-aged Children Learning Environments
  • Understanding Neurodiversity in Learning 

Congrats to Logan Eggleston as NCAA Woman of the Year

Logan Eggleston led Texas to the 2022 NCAA Division I Women's Volleyball Championship title and was named Most Outstanding Player

We would love to extend a special congratulations from our Sylvan Park Family to the Egglestons as they celebrate Logan’s amazing accomplishment.

Logan Eggleston played D1 volleyball for University of Texas and majored in Business Management. She developed the Developing Neighborhood Athletes Fund, which raises money and funds sports opportunities for underprivileged youth in Austin, TX. Of 619 student-athletes nominated for this award, Logan was announced the winner on January 11th of the 2023 NCAA Woman of the Year. 

She is currently working toward her master’s in sports management from Texas while playing professional volleyball for Galatasaray Sport Club in Istanbul, Turkey. 

Read All About it at NCAA.org