Fun Run Registration is Open - SIGN UP TODAY!

It’s time! Our annual SPARK Fun Run fundraiser event is coming up on October 10!  For those new to school, the Fun Run is an annual event.  Students will collect donations leading up to the event, and, on October 10, each grade will participate in a COLOR run around the track set up outside the Hirsch House. It’s a festive event for all, and parents are welcome to attend! Curious about the event? Find an overview of our fundraiser HERE!

You can now register your student(s) for our SPARK Fun Run!  Our goal is to raise $31,000 for Curriculum Enhancements, Technology and Operations Support, and Teacher Appreciation efforts at the school. Signing up is easy and comes with a fun prize for your student(s)!

Key Dates to Remember:

👟 Event Day – 10/10/2025

👟 Schedule for Families 

How to Start on MyBooster.com:

Choose “Sign Up”

Enter your School

Enter your Personal Information

Once you sign up, it’s time to share via Facebook, email and text!

Tips for Success:

Set a goal for how much to raise and make a plan with your student on how to reach it.

Share, share, share using our easy online tools!

Make sure to thank everyone who supported you after you reach your goal.

*Need help signing up? CLICK HERE to view video instructions.

SAVE the DATE! - Thanksgiving Luncheons

Please save the date for SPARK”s Annual Thanksgiving Luncheons!  Times will be posted next week.  Dates for each grade level are below.  Families that plan to attend and eat an adult meal should purchase their meal through MySchoolBucks no later than Friday, October 31.  The link for purchase is here!  

• 11/18 - K & 3rd

• 11/19 - 1st & 4th

• 11/20 - PK, 2nd & 5th 

One Fair Judges Needed — Come See Learning in Action!
Do you love seeing student projects come to life? Lend your expertise as a judge at SPARK’s One Fair. You will chat with students about their ideas in science, technology, engineering, and social studies and help us celebrate their hard work.

• When: Friday, December 5, 2025, 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM

• Fill out this form if interested.

Red Ribbon Week: 

October 20th - 24th 

Join in on the daily spirit days to celebrate making healthy choices!

• 🧍‍♂️Monday: Red Day - Shine bright with healthy choices

• ✌️Tuesday: Decades Day - Healthy choices never go out of style

• 🏋️Wednesday: Wellness Day - Dress in workout/comfy fitness gear to celebrate moving your body

• ❤️Thursday: Kindness Counts Day - Wear a shirt with a positive or uplifting message 

• 🐩Friday: 50’s Style Day - Rock around the clock with timeless healthy habits 

Dismissal Changes

If your child has a permanent change, their permanent bag tag should be updated.  For example, now that clubs have started and they are in Art Club every Monday, their permanent bag tag needs to reflect this.  For dismissal changes, email your child’s teacher and Mrs. Taylor at Odette.Taylor@atlanta.k12.ga.us. All dismissal changes must be requested before 12:00 PM each day. 

Yearbook

The 2025-2026 Yearbook is here! 5th Grade Ads due November 1. Don’t miss out on the memories, laughs, and all the SPARK magic!

CLICK HERE to order

Volunteer Opportunities 

CLICK HERE to learn about volunteer opportunities at SPARK and how to obtain your volunteer clearance! From volunteering at SPARK Community Events to volunteering in the SPARK Media Center/Library - there’s an opportunity for everyone! 

Intown Cares and SPARK 

We are honored to be the Featured Partner! https://www.intowncares.org/feature-spark

Absent?

If your child is absent, please send your written excuse to Mrs. Taylor and your child’s teacher so that it can be properly recorded. 

Dear SPARK Families,

We are excited to celebrate our wonderful principal, Dr. Toney! On Wednesday, October 9th, students are invited to wear their SPARK shirts, joggers, and favorite sneakers as we all join together in “Stepping Up to Celebrate Dr. Toney’s Birthday!”

We would also love for students to show their creativity by making personalized sneaker themed birthday cards at home to bring in. This is a fun way for students to share their love and appreciation for Dr. Toney. Please remember to include her now famous tagline: “Love you, Mean it!”

Also, our SPARK Fun Run will take place on Thursday, October 10th. This event, hosted by Boosterthon, is one of our two major fundraisers of the year, and we are so grateful for the generous support our parents and families provide through donations. The Fun Run is also one of the most joyful days at SPARK, and we would love for you to join us to cheer on your runners. Bring your folding chairs, pompoms, and plenty of school spirit. You can find the Fun Run schedule with times for each grade level here: SPARK Parent Fun Run Schedule. Please allow extra time to check in through the front office with your state issued ID and to find parking since spaces are limited.

Finally, a reminder that students will be on Fall Break from October 13 through 17. We hope families use this time to rest, recharge, and enjoy special moments together. Teachers will also provide optional activities for the Extended Learning Day that is built into our district calendar on October 13.

Thank you for all the ways you support our school community. We cannot wait to celebrate alongside you next week!

With appreciation,
Sara Pruett