Start with Hello Week Sept. 21 - 25

Panda Nation Families, 

We’re excited to celebrate Start With Hello Week, a national initiative from Sandy Hook Promise that teaches students how to create a welcoming, inclusive school community. The goal is simple but powerful: help every child feel seen, valued, and connected. A single hello can brighten someone’s day, reduce social isolation, and strengthen our Panda family.

Here’s what each day looks like: 

Monday – Superhero Day:  Wear your favorite superhero gear (no masks). Heroes help others feel like they belong—encourage your child to say hello to five new students.
Tuesday – Tacky Tuesday:  Wear your silliest, mismatched outfit. Celebrate uniqueness and start a conversation with someone about their outfit.
Wednesday – Wear Green:  Wear green to show unity and inclusion. Green is the signature color of Start With Hello and represents safety, caring, and belonging.
Thursday – Resiliency Day:  Wear Shingle Creek/Panda gear. We are one team, and we support each other through tough days with resilience and kindness.
Friday – Howdy Partner Day:  Wear western gear—boots, flannel, hats. Greet friends with a cheerful “Howdy, Partner!” and keep the spirit of inclusion going all year.

We look forward to seeing our Pandas spreading kindness, connection, and belonging throughout the week!