Future nurse, Aaliyah, helped Mr. Fischer, Principal, this morning. Mr. Fischer bumped his ankle on his desk. Great job, Aaliyah! You are going to be a wonderful nurse! #WhatIwanttobeWednesday
Next week is Jefferson High School's Homecoming. They are having dress-up days, and Discovery is participating!
With the change in seasons, please make sure your student is dressed appropriately for the weather. Attached are the guidelines that we follow. Keep in mind, the playground does not have any coverage from the wind.
In honor of Constitution Day on September 17, classroom 104 made tricorne hats like the delegates of the 1787 Constitutional Convention would have worn. Students decided whether to sign their names to vote for closing schools to honor Constitution Day - just like the delegates had to decide if they would sign the Constitution. Students looked at the Constitution, learned what each Article explains, and found out there are 27 amendments. Great job on your tricorne hats, classroom 104!
Parenting is hard. So is growing up! Join SFSD and Avera experts as we team up virtually on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 6pm for topics that strengthen families.
Discovery's hallways are getting very colorful!
First, third, and fifth grade students had a hearing screen today. Hearing screens play an important role in identifying students who may have hearing loss, which can put them at risk for poor academic performance.
A presidential dignitary was spotted not only on Jefferson High School’s grounds today, but also on Discovery Elementary School’s grounds! Help this Founding Father cheer on the Cavaliers to victory at tomorrow's President's Bowl game versus Lincoln.
Reminder! There is no school tomorrow, Friday, September 2, and Monday, September 5, for the Labor Day Holiday break. Enjoy the long weekend!
Mark your calendar! There is no school on Friday, September 2, and Monday, September 5, for the Labor Day Holiday Break.
School drop-offs and pick-ups can be messy! Take your time, stay alert, and obey the rules of the road. A safe and orderly process makes the day start and end on a positive note for both students and parents!
Check out the first "What's the Scoop" newsletter for the 2022-23 school year! This month's newsletter from our Child Nutrition department includes important reminders and everything you need to know as we kick off this new school year! ---> https://www.smore.com/a35r9
The countdown is ON! We are so excited to welcome students back for another great school year! Staff have been busily preparing their classrooms, brushing up on instructional skills, and revisiting the always-important-topic of customer service! See you soon!
If your student(s) will need prescription medication, over-the-counter medication, or a special diet at school, you will have to complete a form and your medical doctor will have to sign it. You should have received an email with the forms attached. The forms are also available in the office. The three forms are:
• Asthma and Anaphylaxis
• Prescription and Over-the Counter Meds
• Special Diet (allergies/intolerances to foods)
If you have questions, please call the office.
A new app for parents of bus-eligible students is coming soon! The FREE Stopfinder app allows parents/guardians/daycare providers to see pick-up and drop-off times, the location of the bus, and other features in a secure app. More information will be coming soon, including an invitation to set up your child's account in Stopfinder. If you are the primary household of a bus-eligible student, please check your email for more information.
We apologize for the delay; however, classroom assignments for students in grades 1st - 5th will be available on your parent portal after 5:00 pm today. Log-in to your Parent Portal and find “Schedule” on the left-hand side - you will find your student(s) classroom teacher listed there.
Again, parents/guardians of incoming kindergarten students, your child(s) classroom teacher will be contacting you individually. Thank you!
What better way to start August than some "inspired" learning? SFSD staff members are sharpening their skills to help your student(s) achieve!
Keep your students fueled to learn! SFSD is no longer able to offer free meals to all students. Now is a great time to add money to their My School Bucks account. Or, for families with qualifying income, it is important to fill out the Free/Reduced Meal application!
Log on to the Parent Portal in Infinite Campus to apply! If you have questions or need help filling out the application please call 605-367-6180. We are happy to help!
Please note: if your student does not have a free/reduced lunch application on file, you will be charged full price for breakfast and lunch starting the first day of school. Thank you!
PRESCHOOL OPENINGS! Summer is slipping away! If you have a 4 or 5 year old needing a quality preschool experience this fall, check out Learning Adventures! The District's fee-based preschool is offered at three Sioux Falls School District elementary schools - Discovery, John Harris, and Sonia Sotomayor. Click the link for more info! https://www.smore.com/yvqsg (Income eligible preschoolers may qualify for federally funded Early Childhood. Call 605-367-8488 for that program.)
PRESCHOOL OPENINGS! Summer is slipping away! If you have a 4 or 5 year old needing a quality preschool experience this fall, check out Learning Adventures! The District's fee-based preschool is offered at three Sioux Falls School District elementary schools - Discovery, John Harris, and Sonia Sotomayor. Click the link for more info! https://www.smore.com/yvqsg
(Income eligible preschoolers may qualify for federally funded Early Childhood. Call 605-367-4484 for that program.)
