School-wide Spring Service Learning Project
At Polo Road Elementary, we understand the power of partnering with our community and doing our part to give back and meet the demands of worthy causes. With that in mind, we're excited to let you know that we will be participating in our PAALS Spring Service Learning Project next week!
Palmetto Animal Assisted Life Services is the largest and most active service animal training group in our state. They help get animals ready to go into the world to assist the humans who need them. We are running a supply drive so that we help stock PAALS with all the goodies they need.
We would love it if you would please help us help them by sending in at least one item from the wish list below. Every little bit helps!
Below is the supply list, for your reference. Even if students bring in the "wrong" brand of food, we will donate it to PAALS anyway. I'm sure they'll have a way to get it to an animal in need. ;)
Thank you for your donations, both big and small!
REGULAR WISH LIST
Below you will find a list of items PAALS uses in large quantities. When brand names are noted, please do not make substitutions, as these selections are specifically chosen for the health and safety of our special dogs.
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- Dog Food – Purina Pro Plan Focus Adult Large Breed
- Puppy Food – Purina One SmartBlend Large Breed Puppy
- Cat Food – Blue Buffalo Weight Control (Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe)
- Toys ‘R Us Tru Fetch N’Treat
- Blue Ribbon Brand House Training Pads (scientifically treated to attract)
- Nylabones
- Kong Toys
- Buster Balls, Puzzle Cubes, Any Puzzle Feeders
- Red Barn or Pet Botanics Chicken Rolls
- Milk Bone Minis
- Peanut Butter (make sure it doesn’t contain xylitol as an ingredient
- Dog Toothpaste
- Purple or Green 6 foot Leashes
- Easy Rider Dog Seatbelts
- Pet Store (e.g. PetSmart) Gift Cards
- Staples or Office Depot Gift Cards
- Home Depot or Lowes Gift Cards
- White Computer Paper
- Postage Stamps
- Toilet Paper
- Paper Towels
- Dish Soap
- Seventh Generation Multi-Purpose Cleaner
- Distilled Vinegar (Large Jugs)
- Simple Green Cleaner
- Bleach
- Sponges
- Glass Cleaner
- 13 Gal. Garbage Bags
- 30 Gal. Garbage Bags
- Fresh Step Cat Litter
Students in grades K-5 received their 3rd quarter report cards today. Please remember to sign and return only the report card jacket. The actual report card is to be kept at home for your records. We also ask that you spend a few minutes this weekend reviewing with your child the marks he or she earned in each subject area and don't forget to review and discuss the citizenship and work habits section. Celebrate any successes and growth and then work together to set some individualized social and/or academic goals for your child to work toward achieving during the remainder of the school year. Taking a few minutes to do this can significantly increase the likelihood your child will experience the desired or expected outcomes. 
