Generosity is freely sharing what you have with others. It is being willing to offer money, help or time when it is needed. To be generous means giving something that is valuable to you without expectation of reward or return. Many traditions measure generosity not by the size of the gift, but by what it cost the giver. Read about generosity with your student in these books: The Rainbow Fish by Marcus Pfister, An Orange for Frankie by Patricia Polacco, Someone Loves You Mr. Hatch by Eileen Spinelli, and The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein.

Learning about the Supreme Court system is not always easy or entertaining. However, Freshman Jacob Best brought some excitement to the topic with a presentation on the Supreme Court case "Texas v. Johnson." Megan Krusemark, Jacob's American Government teacher, stated the objective for the assignment was to understand the importance of judicial review, describe the Supreme Court’s role in applying the principles of the constitution and the impact of landmark supreme court cases. Jacob was given a list of landmark supreme court cases and he chose this one, “because it looked interesting.” Jacob's artistic ability and attention to detail made this presentation one of the best presentations Megan has seen.

Is your student interested in driving? Mercy's Driver's Assessment and Training Program helps assure that a driver’s skills are well-developed and road-ready. During the assessment, occupational therapists evaluate the different factors that contribute to an individual’s driving skills, including:

• Physical capabilities
• Cognitive and perceptual motor abilities
• Reaction time
• Visual acuity, including night vision
• Decision-making skills

National Nutrition Month® is an annual campaign created 50 years ago in 1973 by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. During the month of March, everyone is invited to learn about making informed food choices and developing healthful eating and physical activity habits.

This year's theme is "Fuel for the Future." Eating with sustainability in mind is a tasty way to nourish ourselves during every phase of life and protect the environment. Click the picture to see resources from the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics as well as ways to celebrate nutrition this month!

Did you know that Southview has a virtual library? Librarians, Kay Glass and Loretta Schnurbusch, curate a monthly selection of books for all reading levels. Check out the March featured books in Southview's library! Click on the picture or the link below.

Southview's Virtual Library

The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) has contracted with the University of Missouri’s Institute of Public Policy to conduct the 2022-23 Parent Special Education Survey required for federal reporting. To complete this survey, visit http://spec.education/ and enter the following Access Code: DJVWMG. DESE thanks you for providing your input by March 31.

Registration for 2023 summer programming is now open! All students who attend Southview are eligible to participate in summer programming. Again this year, we are partnering with Summer Journey to provide enrichment and STEM activities for students. In addition, online credit recovery options are available for high school students.

Summer programming will operate from June 5-29, 2023, Monday through Thursday, from noon - 2:30 PM. The deadline for registration is March 31, 2023.

Those interested in summer programming should register online.

Summer programming does not replace Extended School Year (ESY). Your student’s school will reach out with information to sign-up for ESY within the next few weeks.

If you have any questions about summer programming, please contact Executive Director of Schools and Programs Dr. Kelly Grigsby at kgrigsby@ssdmo.org.

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Special School District is proud to co-host the St. Louis County Apprenticeship and Career Pathways Showcase for the second year. Families and students in grades 6 through 12, as well as recent graduates, are invited to these FREE events to experience a variety of careers through interactive exhibits and discussions with industry professionals.

Next South County event is planned for the following date and location:

• Saturday, March 11, 10 AM to 1 PM, South Tech High School

Come learn more about these exciting and fulfilling job opportunities, many of which require training instead of a traditional, 4-year degree. Our exhibitors will include representatives from key career pathways, including:

• Advanced Manufacturing
• Construction
• Culinary & Hospitality
• Healthcare
• Information Technology
• Public Safety
• Transportation & Logistics

The SSD Board of Education strives for transparency, accountability, and accessibility. We welcome family, staff, and community members to share comments, concerns, and ideas with SSD Board of Education members. To find the Board member representing your subdistrict, visit the Board of Education page on the SSD website.