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The PTO is looking for volunteers for two upcoming events. The first event is for the bookfair during Parent Teacher Conferences, and the second event is for Pizza Bingo. The time commitment is minimal (30 minutes) and the jobs are very easy. To sign up, go to:
• Bookfair: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C44ADAD2CA3FF2-54487857-spring
• Pizza Bingo: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C44ADAD2CA3FF2-55376242-pizza

If PTO does not get enough volunteers, the event(s) will be cancelled. Thank you to those who have already signed up!

Save the date for you and your incoming kindergartner!

For Valentine’s Day, classroom 206 made special magnets. They used their thumbprints to make the shape of a heart and then applied it to a magnet. After making their magnet, students enjoyed a sweet treat: wafer cookies dipped in icing with sprinkles!

Reminder! "Lost & Found" items not claimed by 4:00 pm today will be donated. Please check in at the office to look for lost items.

Junior Kindergarten Academy is a free, full-day educational program designed for students who meet the age requirements for kindergarten but may not yet be emotionally, socially, or academically prepared for the demands of a traditional kindergarten classroom. The Junior Kindergarten Academy is offered at three elementary schools: John F. Kennedy Elementary, Robert Frost Elementary, and Terry Redlin Elementary. For more information, go to https://www.sf.k12.sd.us/o/SFSD/page/kindergarten-registration.

Meaghan Neuberger D.D.S. with Dental Essence visited kindergarten classrooms to talk about the importance of taking care of your teeth. Students learned how to properly brush and floss, along with the importance of limiting sugar. Students even practiced brushing the teeth of some new friends!

Future kindergartner? Register now!

Our “Lost & Found” is overflowing. Please check in at the office to look for lost items during the school day. Items not claimed by 4:00 pm on Wednesday, February 18, will be donated.

If you are volunteering for Friday’s Valentine Classroom party and your student(s) will have a different plan after school, please let us know. This is especially important if your student normally rides the school bus or goes to daycare after school. Please email Jennifer.Hogan@k12.sd.us or Jasmine.Iddings@k12.sd.us – or feel free to call the office.

Wow, Discovery! Not only did you fill another five Feeding South Dakota barrels, but donations also overflowed onto the floor. Several classrooms earned a pajama day and a visit from Discovery’s mascot, Astro! Thanks to your generosity, we collected an amazing amount of food to support local families in need. It was inspiring to see students come together, show kindness, and make a real difference in our community.

Classroom 206 students can earn “secret student” by listening to the teacher during lessons, following classroom and school rules, and being kind to others. Last week, Lilly earned “secret student”! She got to have lunch in the classroom with Ms. Rokusek along with three friends. Way to go, Lilly!

Classroom 101 celebrated 101 days of school. They were reminded of the Disney classic “101 Dalmatians” and had a PAWsome day!

These two kindergarten friends strike their strongest poses, proudly showing off their muscles and big smiles. One flex says, “I’m tough,” the other says, “I’ve got your back,” and together they’re basically unstoppable. Surrounded by bristle blocks, connecting discs, and teamwork, it’s a sweet reminder that confidence and friendship make the best superpowers.

Classroom K04 celebrated the 100th day of school with a glow party – from glow sticks to dancing to popcorn! What a fun and exciting way to celebrate 100 days of learning and growth. You can check out the “glow” at https://youtu.be/VJhT5MhM5Fc!

On Monday, February 2, Discovery looked like a retirement community! It was the 100th day of school and students dressed up as if they were 100 years old. We had some great looking grandmas and grandpas!

Way to go, Discovery! You’ve already filled five Feeding South Dakota barrels. We’ve got more barrels on the way, so let’s see if we can fill another five! Again, this “Super Bowl Food Drive” is to help stock the food pantry at Feeding South Dakota and to have some fun before the NFL Super Bowl! Students are encouraged to bring non-perishable items such as:
- peanut butter and jelly
- canned chicken and tuna
- cereal, oatmeal, and pancake mix
- canned fruits and vegetables
- rice and pasta
- kid-friendly snacks and granola bars

The last day for donations if Friday, February 6. A BIG thank you to those that have already donated!

Classroom 101 has been working on writing fantasy stories! Students wrote about make-believe class field trips. Some of the stories included trips to cookie land, candy land, and outer space!

Enrollment for 2026-27 Learning Adventures Preschool is open now! To enroll, go to https://www.sf.k12.sd.us/page/learning-adventures.

Register now for 2026-27 kindergarten! The SFSD’s official online registration is open for kindergarten. There are two registration options. Please submit the correct online registration, otherwise you may have to start over.
- Existing Families: Log into your Parent Portal to complete the registration.
- New Families: Go to https://www.sf.k12.sd.us/page/school-registration .

Also add your incoming kindergartner to our list at https://forms.gle/t8wUR2TqccZ3nyVc9 . This gives you an opportunity to tell us about your child. Lastly, submit address verification, original birth certificate (no copies), and immunizations.

These classroom 103 boys designed their own glasses during indoor recess. You look SPECtacular, boys!