A September 2026 newsletter from Tapestry Charter School's K-4 elementary campus in Buffalo, NY, for families of students in kindergarten through fourth grade.
This September 2026 newsletter is published by Tapestry Charter School's K-4 elementary campus in Buffalo, New York, for families of students in kindergarten through fourth grade. It opens with a welcome from Principal Melissa Rivera, who thanks families for attending Family Crew Signing Day and Back to School Night, and reminds readers to check Class Dojo and email for October events including a spirit week and storybook costume parade.
The Coaches Corner section introduces three new K-4 Instructional Coaches: Jessica Lemke, Lauren Huber, and Mary Pat Moley. Each coach shares their background, including years at Tapestry, previous roles as teaching partners and lead teachers, and their goals for supporting classroom instruction through mentoring, professional development, and collaboration.
The School Connections section describes a social-emotional skills survey for grades 1-4, administered by the school counselor and social worker. Results are used to form small groups during crew time focused on coping skills, self-awareness, conflict resolution, and peer relationships. Families are contacted individually if their child is selected for additional support.
The Student Support Team section introduces Dawan Jones as the new Dean of Students, along with support staff Kate Sadler and Jaylen Jenkins. Their roles include helping students with problem-solving, emotional regulation, and positive behavior throughout the school day, working alongside teachers and families.
Additional sections cover the Tapestry Community Association meeting on October 13, a health office reminder about physical and immunization records for grades 1 and 3, the schoolwide PIRRK Dojo Points system with monthly dance parties, and the Super Subject Spotlight featuring new music teacher Marissa Kasper and dance educator Tara Scime. Picture day is scheduled for October 6 with retakes on November 17.