Upcoming events
KONA ICE
Celebrate the last day with Kona Ice and friends! This SRS tradition is such a fun way to welcome summer! The Kona Ice truck will be set up outside of SRS during pick up, 12:30(remember it’s a half day)!
SRS Spirit Night @ Rita's in Media
Join us for SRS Spirit Night at Rita’s in Media on Tuesday, June 9th from 6-9PM. Whether it’s an ice cream for dinner kind of night or a post game treat, Rita’s + SRS can’t be beat! They have even created a PANTHER gelati just for us - Cookies-N-Cream Ice & Vanilla Custard.
Dr. Tuck's Farewell Carnival
Students will enjoy games, activities, Kona Ice, popcorn, and plenty of laughter throughout the day. Planned activities include lawn games, relay races, bubble stations, chalk drawing, a dunk tank featuring Mr. Kane, and much more!
Primary Grades (K–3)
9:15 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Grades K–2: 9:15–11:15 a.m.
Grade 3: 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Intermediate Grades (4–5 & PM Kindergarten)
1:15–3:15 p.m.
New Principal Town Hall Meeting
Join the SRS community for an opportunity to hear from both finalists. Each candidate will host two sessions:
Session 1: 6:30 – 7:00 p.m.
Session 2: 7:00 – 7:30 p.m.
One candidate will be located in the library, and the other will be in the cafeteria. After the first session, you will be invited to transition to the other location so you can meet both candidates and hear them respond to the same set of questions. Feedback forms will be available so you can share your thoughts and reflections on each candidate. Your input is a valued and important part of this process.
SRSD H&S May Meeting
Join us in the SRS Library for our last meeting of the school year! Meet members of Home & School, learn about all the ways H&S enriches the lives of students, teachers and staff at SRS, and see how you can be involved!
5th Grade Car Wash
If your car is still cruising around with leftover winter grime, or is sporting a fresh coat of spring pollen the students of the 5th Grade class will be ready and waiting with suds, sponges and a whole lot of silliness! Swing by SRS on Saturday, May 16th from 9-12:30 and drive off in a sparkling clean car! All donations directly support their End-of-Year and Moving up activities!
Spring on Tap
This ADULTS ONLY event is a night of coming together to celebrate our school community, and support our teachers and the excellent work of the Everybody Plays program.
This fun event includes dinner from Shutdown BBQ, hosted bar, and auction items including Eagles tickets, vacations, student experiences hosted by SRS staff, and so much more… Plus games including Mystery Boxes containing more Eagles tickets, gift cards to local restaurants, theaters, camps and more!
For questions, or to become an event sponsor email lessajdixon@gmail.com
Trivia Night @ 320 Market
Home & School Parent Social at 320!
Join SRS Home & School for Trivia Night at 320 April 29th @ 6pm! Grab a drink or a bite to eat and enjoy a kid free hour or two. Join our team or create your own!
SRS Earth Day Clean Up
Celebrate Earth Day at SRS!
Join SRS students and parents for an Earth Day Clean Up of the SRS Grounds. We’ll meet up after school (3:30pm) on Wednesday, April 22nd, near the turnstile door that leads to the basketball court. Help the Earth, help our school, and spend time with friends! Trash bags provided but bring gloves if you’d like. See you there!
WSSD Chess Tournament @ SRS
WSSD Chess Tournament Wednesday, April 15, 5:00 - 7:00 pm at SRS. This tournament is for any interested students from SRS, WES, and NPE and students of all levels are invited to play! Sign up by April 10th and comment in the sign up if you are able to donate drinks and/or napkins for the players (estimating 120 students by previous counts, other schools will be donating snacks.) If you would like to volunteer and have your clearances please leave a comment in the sign up. We are hoping to recruit 5 parents per elementary school to help Mr. Sharrah run the event. Thank you!
Contact Jenny with any questions at jennyoshen@gmail.com, SRS Chess Parent Volunteer
Taco Takeout & Art Show
Back by request… Taco Kits from El Fuego!
Family Taco Kits will be available for pick up during the SRS Art Show on Thursday April 9th. Come admire all of the masterpieces created by the SRS students and grab your dinner on the way out! Each kit comes with your choice of protein, beans, soft tortillas, salsa, sour cream, and cheese. You may also add peppers & onions (no charge), chips & guacamole ($10) and/or street corn ($5). All kits are refrigerated and come with heating instructions. Orders can be placed now through Tuesday April 7th!
Home & School Meeting
Join us in the SRS Library for our bi-monthly meeting. Meet members of Home & School, learn about all the ways H&S enriches the lives of students, teachers and staff at SRS, and see how you can be involved! Can’t make it in person? Join us via ZOOM!
Spring Book Fair
It’s Book Fair time!! Join us on Friday 3/13 from 5-7PM for our Family Kick-off Event in the SRS cafeteria! The students will then have time to shop during their class library time Monday 3/16 through Thursday 3/19. Don’t forget to setup their eWallets!
International Night
SRS International Night is back!
Tuesday January 27th from 6-8pm
Please join us for an evening of learning, sharing and coming together in community to explore cultures from around the world. Sign up here to represent a country or culture that you'd like to share, help with set up and clean up!
BINGO
BINGO is back! Two sessions are available one at 4:00 and 5:15 pm. New this year is the opportunity to purchase additional BINGO cards! Tickets on sale NOW! We are still collecting for raffle baskets. Donations can be made online or in the SRS lobby!
Take Out Tuesday @ Berrtucci's
Take out Tuesday @ Bertucci’s! (965 Baltimore Pike)
Craving Italian and don’t feel like cooking? We’ve got you covered! Dine-in or take-out and a percentage of your total will be donated to Home & School! Ordering Online? Use Promo code FUNDRAISER when you check out.
Parent Social @ 320 Market
Trivia Night! Sports, music, & pop culture your wheel house?! Then get ready for our Parent Social at 320 Market in Swarthmore at 6PM. Grab a drink or a bite to eat and enjoy a kid free hour or two!
International Night
This is such a fun event full of learning, sharing and coming together in community to explore cultures from around the world. Half of the Country/Culture slots have been filled already! Sign up here to represent a country or culture that you'd like to share, help with set up and clean up.
STEAM Night
STEAM Night — Wednesday, Nov. 20 at 6:30 PM in the Cafeteria
Get ready for a fun and interactive evening of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math! Families are invited to explore hands-on stations designed for all ages. Come curious and ready to discover!
Home & School Meeting
Home & School Meeting
Join us Wednesday, Nov. 19 at 7PM! Hear what’s happening at school, get the scoop on upcoming events and see how H&S volunteers make a difference. Don’t miss it!
Take Out Tuesday — Shake Shack
Take Out Tuesday at Shake Shack!
Skip the cooking and support SRS Home & School! Dine in or order through the Shack App, web, or kiosk any time from 11am–9pm on November 18.
How to make it count:
Mention “Donation Day” at the register OR
Use promo code DONATE at checkout on the Shack App, web, or kiosk
When you do, 25% of your total meal purchase will be donated to SRS Home & School. Share with friends and family — every order helps!
Fall Book Fair
📚 Fall Scholastic Book Fair — Nov. 17–20!
Shop at school all week during library and don’t miss Family Night, Thursday, Nov. 20 from 6:30–8:00 p.m.
Take Out Tuesday
🍕 Take Out Tuesday 🍕
Take the night (or day) off from cooking and enjoy Take Out Tuesday on Oct. 21 — all day at Renato Pizza!
🍕 20% of your bill will be donated to SRS Home & School, supporting programs for our students and teachers. Bring family and friends, order your favorite pizza 🍕, and support our school community.
Home & School Parent Social
📚 New! Fall Parent Social 📚
We’re excited to introduce a brand-new event for our parent community! Join us for the Fall Parent Social on Wednesday, October 15, at Celia Bookshop, the new bookstore downtown.
Enjoy an evening of wine, cheese, and conversation, plus a special discount on books purchased that night!
Our goal is to host Parent Socials in the months we don’t have Home & School meetings — giving parents and caregivers the chance to relax, connect and mingle with other SRS families in a casual setting.
We hope to see you there for this fun new tradition!
Scavenger Hunt
CANCELLED! To be rescheduled!
We’re excited to launch a new series of casual meetups designed to help families learn more about Home & School!
While the kids enjoy a fun scavenger hunt at Little Crum Creek Park (with Munchkins as a treat!), parents are invited to grab a cup of coffee and chat with volunteers from our Home & School Association.
It’s a laid-back way to learn more about what we do, ask questions, and connect with other families — no formal agenda, just good conversation.
We hope you’ll join us for this new opportunity to get involved and meet the community!
Bike to School
🚲 Bike to School Day! 🚲
Grab your helmets and get ready to roll! SRS will celebrate Bike to School Day on Wednesday, October 3.
Fall Festival
🍂 Join Us for the SRS Fall Festival! 🍂
Mark your calendars! The annual Fall Festival is happening Friday, October 3, from 5–7 PM. Featuring games, prizes, food vendors, pumpkins, and an obstacle course.
Stay tuned for more details as the event gets closer — but in the meantime, you can purchase tickets in the online shop.
Take-Out Tuesday
🌮 Take-Out Tuesday at Luna’s Mexican Grill 🌮
Take a break from cooking on Tuesday, September 30, from 4–7 PM at Luna’s Mexican Grill! Bring a printout of the event flyer and 15% of your dine-in or take-out order will be donated back to SRS.
Enjoy a delicious meal while supporting our school community!
Home & School Meeting
📚 Home & School Kickoff!
Join the Home & School team in the library for a Meet & Greet, followed by our first meeting of the year at 7 PM. Come connect, share ideas and help us start the year strong!
After the meeting, head to the Inn for a well-earned drink and some social time!
SRS Playground Meetup
Want to meet other parents but don’t know where to start? Join us on Sunday, Sept. 14th at 10 a.m. to hang out at the SRS Playground. The kids can play while you drink your coffee and chat with parents, grandparents, or babysitters. See you there!

