Garden Club is cancelled for this afternoon.
We had an amazing turnout this morning for the ribbon cutting of our brand-new Sea Turtle Mural 🐢💚
This special project came to life through a collaboration with a local artist, the Sebastian Chamber of Commerce, and the creativity of 245+ of our Sea Turtle students right here at The Nest.
What a beautiful reminder of our school pride, community partnerships, and student voice—Peace • Love • Turtles! 🎨✨
Friendly reminders from last week
Students and parents interested in auditioning for this year’s school play are invited to attend a parent meeting on Tuesday, January 20, at 5:00 PM. This year’s production will be Disney’s 101 Dalmatians.
Additionally, on Wednesday, in conjunction with the Sebastian Chamber of Commerce, we will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony for our newly painted Sea Turtle Mural. Please join us at 9:00 AM for this special event. Our dance team will perform prior to the ceremony.
Students and parents interested in auditioning for this year’s school play are invited to attend a parent meeting on Tuesday, January 20, at 5:00 PM. This year’s production will be Disney’s 101 Dalmatians.
Additionally, on Wednesday, in conjunction with the Sebastian Chamber of Commerce, we will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony for our newly painted Sea Turtle Mural. Please join us at 9:00 AM for this special event. Our dance team will perform prior to the ceremony.
No School on Monday January 19, 2026 . Please join us at the MLK Parade to cheer on our students.
Good morning families! ❄️
With a cold front moving through sunny Florida, temperatures will be cooler than usual this week. Please be sure to dress your child warmly, especially in the mornings. Jeans, jackets, sweaters, or hoodies are recommended. Thank you for helping keep our students comfortable during the cooler weather!
With a cold front moving through sunny Florida, temperatures will be cooler than usual this week. Please be sure to dress your child warmly, especially in the mornings. Jeans, jackets, sweaters, or hoodies are recommended. Thank you for helping keep our students comfortable during the cooler weather!
🎭✨ Students & Parents — You’re Invited! ✨🎭
Sebastian Elementary School of the Arts
presents our upcoming school play:
🐾🎬 101 Dalmatians 🎬🐾
Does your child love to perform, sing, act, or want to be part of a school production?
Join us for an Interest Meeting to learn all about:
🎤 Auditions & roles
🎭 Rehearsals & expectations
🎶 Being part of the magic on stage
📅 Date: January 20, 2026
⏰ Time: 5:00 PM
📍 Location: Cafeteria
👨👩👧👦 This meeting is for students and parents/guardians who want more information before auditions.
✨ Come see how your child can shine on stage! ✨
Sebastian Elementary School of the Arts
presents our upcoming school play:
🐾🎬 101 Dalmatians 🎬🐾
Does your child love to perform, sing, act, or want to be part of a school production?
Join us for an Interest Meeting to learn all about:
🎤 Auditions & roles
🎭 Rehearsals & expectations
🎶 Being part of the magic on stage
📅 Date: January 20, 2026
⏰ Time: 5:00 PM
📍 Location: Cafeteria
👨👩👧👦 This meeting is for students and parents/guardians who want more information before auditions.
✨ Come see how your child can shine on stage! ✨
The Field Trip Training listed in the newsletter has been cancelled for tonight January 13, 2026. We will contact Individual parents for the next training as needed.
Something Very Exciting is Happening at The Nest! Sebastian Elementary School of the Arts is receiving a community mural through the Sebastian Chamber of Commerce Mural Program!This mural is especially meaningful, as it is the first mural in the program to include students in the creative process. Every K–5 student will participate, guided by local mural artist Katherine Larson.She brings years of experience working with students to create murals and is also the artist behind the first Chamber mural at the Mel Fisher Museum.
🎨 Project Highlights:
• Final mural size: 65 feet long by 9 feet tall
🎀 Ribbon Cutting & Grand Reveal
Date : January 21, 2026, at 9:15 AM in the CARLOOP AREA
🎨 Project Highlights:
• Final mural size: 65 feet long by 9 feet tall
🎀 Ribbon Cutting & Grand Reveal
Date : January 21, 2026, at 9:15 AM in the CARLOOP AREA
Our Sea Turtle Dance Troupe will be performing tomorrow at the ELC, and we would love for you to join us as they make their very first public appearance in our community! 🎉
Come out, show your support, and cheer on our talented Sea Turtles as they shine on stage! 💚🌟
Come out, show your support, and cheer on our talented Sea Turtles as they shine on stage! 💚🌟
Only one week left before our Holiday Sing Along Program with our Primary Sea Turtles! Don't miss the excitement . There will be singing, dancing and a favorite visitor .
📣 Attention Dance Team Parents! 🩰✨
Our Sea Turtle Dance Team has extra practices scheduled this week!
📅 Dates: December 9, 10, & 11 ⏰ Time: 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM 📍 Where: The Nest
Thank you for supporting our talented dancers as they prepare to shine! 💚🐢
#SeaTurtlePride #DanceTeam #TheNest
Our Sea Turtle Dance Team has extra practices scheduled this week!
📅 Dates: December 9, 10, & 11 ⏰ Time: 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM 📍 Where: The Nest
Thank you for supporting our talented dancers as they prepare to shine! 💚🐢
#SeaTurtlePride #DanceTeam #TheNest
Save the Date!
Join us for the Showcase of Schools on January 10, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Gifford Middle School. Discover all the amazing opportunities our schools have to offer, meet staff, and see our programs in action.
Mark your calendars. We can’t wait to see you there!
#MySDIRC #ShowcaseOfSchools #FueledByInnovation
Join us for the Showcase of Schools on January 10, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Gifford Middle School. Discover all the amazing opportunities our schools have to offer, meet staff, and see our programs in action.
Mark your calendars. We can’t wait to see you there!
#MySDIRC #ShowcaseOfSchools #FueledByInnovation
Sea Turtle Families,
We hope you had a relaxing and joyful Thanksgiving Break with your loved ones. This is a friendly reminder that school resumes tomorrow, Monday, December 1.
Please be sure your child arrives on time, ready to learn and finish this semester strong. We can’t wait to welcome our Sea Turtles back to The Nest! 💚
Good morning Sea Turtle Families,
Just a reminder that I have offered a Thanksgiving Principal’s Challenge for all of our Sea Turtles this week!
🍁 Challenge Details:
Grades Pre-K, K, and 1: Draw a picture of your Thanksgiving traditions or how you spent your week off.
Grades 2–5: Write a short essay describing your Thanksgiving traditions and how you enjoyed your break.
All entries should be brought back to school on the first day after the break.
Every student who participates will receive a sweet treat from Mrs. Hart! 🍬🐢
I can’t wait to see their beautiful pictures and read their thoughtful essays.
Have a wonderful and safe Thanksgiving week with your families!
Peace • Love • Turtles,
Principal Hart
Just a reminder that I have offered a Thanksgiving Principal’s Challenge for all of our Sea Turtles this week!
🍁 Challenge Details:
Grades Pre-K, K, and 1: Draw a picture of your Thanksgiving traditions or how you spent your week off.
Grades 2–5: Write a short essay describing your Thanksgiving traditions and how you enjoyed your break.
All entries should be brought back to school on the first day after the break.
Every student who participates will receive a sweet treat from Mrs. Hart! 🍬🐢
I can’t wait to see their beautiful pictures and read their thoughtful essays.
Have a wonderful and safe Thanksgiving week with your families!
Peace • Love • Turtles,
Principal Hart
Calling all community members and STEM enthusiasts!
We’re looking for volunteers to serve as Science Fair Judges. Help support our young scientists as they showcase their creativity and innovation.
Sign up here:
https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=ax2isW7tbUiLCDMODbOOaOv0hBUJkg9DgL1M2z3Cwn9UMThZMVZYNUxKSFNMTFRJMUdERElISUZLTy4u&route=shorturl
We’re looking for volunteers to serve as Science Fair Judges. Help support our young scientists as they showcase their creativity and innovation.
Sign up here:
https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=ax2isW7tbUiLCDMODbOOaOv0hBUJkg9DgL1M2z3Cwn9UMThZMVZYNUxKSFNMTFRJMUdERElISUZLTy4u&route=shorturl
Good afternoon, Sea Turtle Families!
As we head into the Thanksgiving Break, I want to wish each of you a safe, restful, and joy-filled holiday. I am truly grateful to have you as part of our school family—your partnership, support, and love for our students make The Nest such a special place.
Please enjoy this time with your loved ones, and we look forward to welcoming our students back on Monday, December 1st.
Have a wonderful holiday and remember… Gobble ’til you Wobble!
Warmly,
Principal Hart
As we head into the Thanksgiving Break, I want to wish each of you a safe, restful, and joy-filled holiday. I am truly grateful to have you as part of our school family—your partnership, support, and love for our students make The Nest such a special place.
Please enjoy this time with your loved ones, and we look forward to welcoming our students back on Monday, December 1st.
Have a wonderful holiday and remember… Gobble ’til you Wobble!
Warmly,
Principal Hart
📸 Make-Up Picture Day Reminder!
Good evening, Sea Turtle Families,
Tomorrow is Make-Up Picture Day! This session is for all new students, as well as any students who were absent or not satisfied with their first picture.
Please remember that all students must be in uniform for their picture, including the required sneakers.
Thank you for helping our students look their best for picture day!
💚🐢 Peace, Love, Turtles!
— Mrs. Hart, Principal
Got ideas brewing? Join Superintendent Dr. David K. Moore for coffee and conversation as we come together to help every student reach their full potential!
No school tomorrow for students . Enjoy your holiday .
A huge thank you to Ms. Jill Robb for leading today’s Professional Development on Strategies for Supporting Positive Behaviors and Working Effectively with Inclusion Students .
Your expertise, patience, and practical guidance provided our team with valuable tools to create inclusive, supportive, and engaging learning environments for all students. We appreciate the time and care you put into helping us grow as educators. 💙
#OneSchoolOneFamily #ProfessionalGrowth #InclusiveEducation #TheNest
