Message from Split Rock Elementary School Principal-April 10, 2026
It was a great first week back from Spring Break, and we are hopeful that the sunshine is here to stay! This past week served as a nice warm-up, and as we move forward, things will certainly begin to pick up over the next couple of weeks with many exciting events and important milestones ahead.
First, I would like to extend a big congratulations to our Wildcats of the Month and Golden Award winners for March! Your hard work, positive attitudes, and ability to lead by example continue to make us proud. You have truly exceeded expectations in all that you do, keep up the outstanding work!
As we begin to plan ahead, please note that our Grade 3 and Grade 4 students will be participating in the NYS assessments in the coming weeks. The NYS Math assessment will take place on April 22–23, followed by the ELA assessment on April 29–30. Our students are well-prepared and ready to show what they know. A good night’s sleep and a healthy breakfast will help set them up for success!
With the arrival of warmer and drier weather, we will also begin conducting our required Spring safety drills, including evacuation and lockdown drills, over the next few weeks. These drills are an important part of ensuring a safe learning environment for all students. We encourage you to have conversations at home to reinforce that these procedures are in place to help keep everyone safe.
In closing, we are looking forward to seeing many of you next Saturday, April 18 at 9:00am at our PTO-sponsored “Rockin’ Saturday” event! This is always a fun and memorable event for our school community.
BE AWESOME!
Mr. Kimpland
Message from Split Rock Elementary School Principal-March 26, 2026
What a fantastic two weeks we have had here at “The Rock” leading into Spring Break! It has truly been a time filled with community, celebration, and student pride.
We kicked things off with a wonderful St. Baldrick’s Assembly, highlighted by a special visit from the talented dancers of the Francis Academy of Irish Dance. Their 30-minute performance was outstanding and thoroughly enjoyed by all. This was followed by our “Brave the Shave” portion of the assembly, an inspiring moment for our school community. I am proud to share that Split Rock raised $3,021 for the St. Baldrick’s Foundation. This is yet another example of the generosity and strength of our Wildcat community.
Last Thursday, we also had an incredible turnout for our Spring Open House and Learning Fair. It was truly amazing to see our school filled with families, excitement, and celebration of learning. I want to extend a big congratulations to all of our Learning Fair participants. The effort, creativity, and pride in their presentations were evident, and it was inspiring to see such curiosity and enthusiasm on display.
As we now head into Spring Break, I hope all of our families have the opportunity to rest, recharge, and enjoy time together, hopefully with a little sunshine and warmer weather for those staying local!
As a reminder, school will not be in session from March 30 through April 3, and we look forward to welcoming students back to “The Rock” on Monday, April 6.
Please be sure to review the information below, as there are many exciting events and opportunities happening throughout the community in the coming weeks that our Wildcats can take advantage of.
Thank you, as always, for your continued support. Enjoy the break!
BE AWESOME!
Mr. Kimpland
Message from Split Rock Elementary School Principal-March 6, 2026
We are officially in the full swing of things as we have completed our second full week back from winter break. It has been wonderful to see the energy and enthusiasm throughout the building. Our staff and students continue to impress each day, working hard and achieving new learning together. The dedication of our Wildcats is something we are incredibly proud of, and it shows in classrooms, hallways, and across our school community.
Last Friday was especially enjoyable as we hosted our Family Bingo Night, and we must extend a sincere thank you to our PTO for organizing such a fun event. The turnout was incredible, and there were certainly many big winners throughout the evening! More importantly, it was great to see our Wildcats and their families together in a different setting, laughing, cheering, and enjoying each other’s company. Events like this help strengthen the sense of community that makes Split Rock such a special place.
As we look ahead to next week, we have a few important calendar reminders for families. The Split Rock PTO will be hosting a meeting with our Superintendent of Schools, Mr. David Bills, to discuss and provide information about the upcoming Capital Project vote. This meeting will take place on Thursday, March 12 at 6:00 PM in the Split Rock Library, and all families who are interested are welcome to attend.
We are also excited for one of our most meaningful school traditions, our St. Baldrick’s Fundraiser Assembly on Friday, March 13. During the assembly, several staff members will bravely shave their heads in support of this important cause. Prior to the head shaving, members of the Francis Academy of Irish Dance will join us for a special dance exhibition. It is always a memorable assembly as our entire building comes together to support a great cause and enjoy the experience as a school community.
Please also mark your calendars for Thursday, March 19, when we will host our Spring Open House from 6:00–7:00 PM. In addition to visiting your child’s classroom, families can enjoy several activities throughout the evening, including the Scholastic Book Fair from 6:00–7:30 PM and our Learning Fair from 6:30–7:00 PM. This is one of the biggest evenings of the year at Split Rock, and we look forward to welcoming many of you into the building to celebrate the great learning happening in our classrooms.
Finally, a quick reminder that school will not be in session for students on Friday, March 20 due to a Superintendent’s Conference Day for staff.
Have a wonderful weekend!
BE AWESOME!
Mr. Kimpland
Message from Split Rock Elementary School Principal-February 13, 2026
WOW! We certainly finished strong—what an incredible couple of weeks at "The Rock!"
I must commend our staff for their hard work in completing our universal screenings and holding thoughtful data meetings. We are excited about the plans and processes we have in place to continue meeting the needs of our Wildcats when we return, ensuring every student continues to grow and thrive.
It was also a fantastic Spirit Week! A huge thank you to our PTO for organizing the week-long themes that brought so much energy and excitement to our building. From pajamas to hat day, our students showed tremendous school spirit and participation.
In addition, our 1st Annual Battle of the Books competition was a tremendous success. I am so proud of all of our participants, coaches, and families who helped make this reading-filled event such a special experience for everyone involved. Be sure to check out the team pictures below.
It is my hope that all of our Wildcats and their families have a terrific winter recess filled with time to relax and enjoy friends and loved ones. As a reminder, winter recess runs from February 14–February 22, and we look forward to welcoming our Split Rockers back on Monday, February 23. Let’s come back rested, rejuvenated, and ready to learn!
BE AWESOME!
Mr. Kimpland
Message from Split Rock Elementary School Principal-January 30, 2026
I know the past couple of weeks have made it a bit challenging to fully settle into a routine, but I want to sincerely commend our Wildcats and staff for continuing to show up, stay focused, and do their very best. That perseverance speaks volumes about the strength of our school community.
This week, we successfully completed our Winter Universal Screening in both literacy and math. We are excited to celebrate the progress our students have made and equally excited to use this data thoughtfully to plan next best steps. This allows us to continue meeting the individual needs of our Wildcats and ensure ongoing growth as learners.
Looking ahead, we are excited to announce our January Wildcats of the Month and Golden Award recipients next week. Be sure to check out our next newsletter, where we will proudly showcase our winners.
As we continue to battle cold temperatures and snowy conditions, this is a great time to remind families that hats, gloves, and winter jackets are essential each day—even on days when we may not head outside for recess. Staying prepared helps keep everyone safe and comfortable.
We are also looking forward to Spirit Week, which will take place Monday, February 9 through Friday, February 13. More details below.
Stay warm, enjoy the weekend!
BE AWESOME!
Mr. Kimpland
Message from Split Rock Elementary School Principal-January 9, 2026
I cannot tell you how impressed I am with both our Wildcats and our staff. Returning from a break can sometimes be challenging, but our Split Rock community did an amazing job. It did not take much time at all for students to settle back in and get into their routines, which is truly a testament to how wonderful our Split Rockers are.
We would also like to congratulate our Wildcats of the Month and Golden Award winners for December. These awards were broadcast during Tuesday’s announcements, and photos of our winners can be found below. Job well done to these students for excelling in all areas while consistently upholding our building-wide expectations of Be Respectful, Be Responsible, Be Safe, and Be Present. Very impressive work!
Looking ahead, we are excited to begin our Book Buddy Program. Once a month, grade levels will partner together to read with one another, fostering a love of reading while building meaningful connections across grade levels. Through shared reading experiences, discussions, and collaborative activities, students will continue to strengthen literacy skills, social interactions, and their sense of community at Split Rock.
We look forward to continuing this great momentum into next week and hope to see many of you on Friday, January 16, at Family Bingo Night from 6:00–7:30 p.m. in the Split Rock Cafeteria (see flyer below).
Have a great weekend!
BE AWESOME!
Mr. Kimpland