Last day of school reminders!
Fourth grade recess having fun and soaking up the sun!
Yearbooks are here and will be sent home with students today! If you have questions about your order, please contact Scherling Photography’s Customer Service at 844-211-5713.
We have a limited number of extra yearbooks available for sale. You can purchase one in the office with cash (exact change) or check. The cost with tax is $21.33. No holds - first come first serve.
Two of Mr. Aust’s (401) students nominated him for “Parkway Orthodontics Favorite Teacher Giveaway” and he won! The students had to complete a nomination form explaining how Mr. Aust has influenced their lives, along with why they admire and appreciate him. Mr. Aust received a Visa gift card - and the classroom received treats and goodie bags. Congratulations, Mr. Aust! Much deserved!
The Sioux Falls Heritage Museum presented the “Pioneer Experience” to 2nd grade students on Tuesday. The students were engaged and enjoyed the presentation!
For the second year in a row, the Sioux Falls School District is proud to be called one of the Best Communities for Music Education by the National Association for Music Merchants Foundation. This recognition is a testament to the dedication of our teachers, the commitment of our students, and to the close ties that have grown together over the years in our music education community. As we celebrate this recognition, let us also celebrate the power of music to inspire, educate, and unite us all.
The Discovery PTO is still in need of volunteers for the annual Discovery Day Bash on Friday, May 17. The timeslots are in 30-minute intervals. Students/older siblings are welcome to volunteer; however, if they are under the age of 13, they need to volunteer with an adult. To volunteer with set-up, run a game, or clean-up, please go to https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C44ADAD2CA3FF2-49356185-discovery?useFullSite=true#/.
Wow! SFSD is so grateful to the Sioux Falls STORM, LEVO, and media partners KELOLand TV for supporting Operation Hope & Caring where $18,417 was raised to support elementary schools that don't have PTAs/PTOs. We had a great time at the game and especially enjoyed the WIN! ❤️
Tonight is THE night! Come out to support SFSD elementary schools without PTAs/PTOs as the Sioux Falls STORM take on the Green Bay Blizzard. It's also Star Wars night, so wear your gear and bring your lightsaber to this fun family event sponsored by LEVO Credit Union!
Yesterday, some special “May Day” baskets were left outside the office door. What a nice surprise! Thank you, preschool students!
Here is the link to our final newsletter of the school year: https://secure.smore.com/n/v5k4u. Enjoy!
The Weather Service indicates the greatest threat of severe weather did not materialize in Sioux Falls. We will begin our bus routes at approximately 3pm, so there will be a slight delay in getting elementary and middle school students home. High School dismisses at normal time.
Due to the weather 4-30-24, SFSD will hold all elementary students who walk or ride the bus until the system passes. We expect the system to arrive about 2:45pm and be done around 3pm. Busses will not leave the elementary schools until it is safe to do so. This will also cause a delay in middle school bus routes, so plan accordingly. If wx is still an issue at high school dismissal time, we will encourage students to wait to leave until the system passes. Thank you.
Weather may cause some challenges at school dismissal time today. SFSD will make plans with your child's safety as our highest priority. If there are changes, parents/guardians will be contacted immediately. We ask that you please monitor your phone and email closely.
Football & Star Wars Fans Unite! Fri, May 3-7:05pm Sioux Falls STORM take on the Green Bay Blizzard to support Operation Hope & Caring, a fundraiser for SFSD elementary schools without PTAs. Wear Star Wars gear, grab a light saber, and get in on the fun! www.hopeandcaring.org
It’s time to complete the required Annual Update/Registration for next year! Please try and complete it before the end of the school year – this is very helpful. We recommend completing it on a laptop or desktop computer – no cell phone, tablet, or iPad. We do have computers available in the office.
You will review/update your household and contact information. You will also give your student(s) permission:
- to be included in school publications (school pictures, yearbook, social media, etc.),
- to go on field trips, and
- to be included in other SFSD photos and videos.
Reminder that the deadline to order your 2023-24 Discovery Yearbook is Sunday, April 28, at midnight. Again, we are only accepting online orders - no check or cash payments.
If your student(s) rides School Bus 8138, please check your email for updated bus information.
Siouxland Libraries is hosting a fun, summer tutoring program for children that are currently in grades Kindergarten - 5th. This is a FREE service thanks to a local non-profit organization, Reading Bridge, Inc.
Trained tutors will meet with their students for one hour twice a week from July 8 - August 2. This program is held at the Prairie West branch on Monday and Wednesday mornings. The are three different one-hour sessions available: 9:00-10:00, 10:15-11:15 or 11:30-12:30. For best results, it is highly encouraged for parents to make sure that their child will be able to attend all eight sessions before registering.
For more information and to register your child, go to www.readingbridgeinc.org.
The FREE Summer Meal Program is back again! From May 28 - August 9 breakfast and/or lunch will be served FREE to all children (ages 0 - 18). No application - no paperwork!
