
Thank you to The Table Ministry and Dunn Brothers for warming our spirits with a delicious hot chocolate bar today!


Our Title I Family Breakfast is quickly approaching!
Make plans to be here on Wednesday morning from 7:30-8:30am for a free breakfast meal and a reading activity in your child's classroom.



Today is a beautiful December day, but we know it can't last forever in South Dakota! Make sure you and your student(s) know how to access Canvas for remote learning when weather that keeps kids home can be predicted in advance.


December 2nd was the big day for volunteers to make fleece blankets for Project Warm Up at Sonia Sotomayor. Now in its 18th year, nearly 38,000 blankets have been made & distributed to families in need for holidays, after tragedies & as gifts of warmth.
Not all blankets were made at the event though. Every year, students in Mrs. Siegel's third grade classroom work together to make blankets for the event as a group service project, a good reminder to them that part of being a HAWK is being KIND. This year it was a little more meaningful for these students as one of the blankets they created will be going to a classmate of their own who is having to learn from home this year. Mrs. Siegel and some of his friends will be delivering their gift of love and compassion to show him just how much we love and miss his smile at school.
More photos from Saturday's fun event can be found at https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjB5DRr




Dinner is served!
Join the Table Ministry at the Banquet West on December 20th for a fun holiday gathering. All are welcome!


Kindergarten Registration for the 2024-2025 school year begins on February 1, 2024.
Registration Link:
https://www.sf.k12.sd.us/page/school-registration
How to Register Video:
https://app.screencastify.com/v2/watch/zcMOA2WbI8cgqRKtG0Vt


Meet Miss Volk, our student teacher in 4th grade these past few months!


Our school has been home to three student teachers this first semester. As their time with us is coming to a close, we wanted to share with you a little about who they are and thank them for their time here with us.
Meet Noelle Hofer, our student teacher in K03!


Starting Wednesday, we have some fun dress up days for the 12 days before Winter Break. We hope to see many friends join in the fun!


Cooler weather is fast approaching! Please dress your student(s) appropriately so they can play comfortably at recess.



Join us for the 6th Annual Winter Solstice Gathering on December 1st.


Please consider nominating an educator you feel goes above and beyond!


Planning Ahead! If your current 5th grader is involved in Gifted Education at their SFSD Elementary, join us tonight from 6-7pm at Patrick Henry Middle School to learn more about the Middle School Honors Program!


Reminder:
There will be no school on Friday, November 10 in observance of Veteran's Day.


SFSD's new Canvas platform allows students and families to access school assignments and homework anytime, anywhere. When winter weather can be predicted, students and staff will take devices home to continue their learning. Are you prepared? Check out the guidance BEFORE you need it!


Be prepared for school delays or cancellations caused by winter weather! This chart is an example of how start times would be impacted if SFSD declares a One-Hour Late Start. Review it now... before winter weather is here to stay!


Saturday's snow has us thinking ahead to winter weather. Is your family prepared for the possibility of Late Starts or Remote Learning Days? This week, we'll highlight everything you need to know to prepare for changes in the school day caused by weather.


Concerned that your child is not on track for development? The Sioux Falls School District is here to help! Our team of Birth to 3 staff provides FREE services. Call TODAY for an evaluation.


Classroom teachers are sending out messages about signing up for conferences.
Conferences will be held Tuesday, Oct. 10th from 12pm-7:30pm and Thursday, Oct. 12th from 3pm-7:30pm.
Please sign up as soon as possible.
We are looking forward to meeting with each one of you!


El viernes, sus alumnos regresaron a casa con información sobre Canvas.
¿Qué es Canvas?
El Distrito Escolar de Sioux Falls está comprometido con el éxito de cada estudiante. Es importante asegurarse de que los estudiantes, el personal y los padres estén en sintonía. Canvas es un sistema único de gestión del aprendizaje para familias de jardín de infantes a 12 grado y un punto de partida central para la enseñanza y el aprendizaje. Canvas mantiene a los maestros, estudiantes y familias conectados mientras brinda acceso equitativo a contenido interactivo y atractivo desde cualquier lugar y en cualquier momento. Canvas reemplaza herramientas utilizadas anteriormente como SeeSaw, Schoology y Google Classroom, lo que hace que la participación de los padres sea más ágil y accesible para todos. Tómese el tiempo para crear una cuenta en Canvas y vincularla con su(s) estudiante(s) usando el código de emparejamiento proporcionado por el maestro de su hijo en la comunicación del viernes.
Si tiene alguna pregunta, comuníquese con el maestro de su estudiante.



