Sonoma Elementary Newsletter
October 4th, 2024
A Note from the Principal
Hello Sonoma Families,
We've had a fantastic week! Our students enjoyed a visit to the Battle Creek Symphony, and we wrapped up a successful round of parent-teacher conferences on Thursday. It was wonderful to see so many families attending the book fair—thank you to all the volunteers who helped make it happen! A special thanks to Mrs. Luchies for her support as well.
Next week, Mrs. Piotrowski, our Student Support Specialist, will be visiting your child's class to teach lessons on identifying feelings. This complements the ongoing Social Emotional Learning (SEL) activities led by your child's teacher in the classroom.
We will conclude Parent-Teacher Conferences on Wednesday, October 9th, from 4:00–8:00 PM. Please also remember that there will be no school on Friday, October 11th and Monday, October 14th.
As cooler mornings approach, we encourage you to label your child’s jackets and belongings. Our lost and found collection is growing, and labeled items are easier to return to their owners.
Warm regards,
Kevin Faraci
Interim Principal
Parent Teacher Conferences
Book Fair - October 3rd - October 9th
Sonoma Elementary Fall Book Fair
October 3 – October 9, 2024
Our Fall Book Fair is just around the corner!
Viewing Days: Thursday, October 3, and Friday, October 4
Buying Days: Monday, October 7, Tuesday, October 8, and Wednesday, October 9 (open for any last-minute shoppers!)
Special Hours for Parent-Teacher Conferences:
- Thursday, October 3: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- Wednesday, October 9: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
We Need Volunteers!
We're looking for 2–3 volunteers per time slot to help make this event a success. If you can assist, please sign up for one (or more) of the following shifts:
- Thursday, October 3:
- 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM
- 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
- 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM (evening conferences)
- Friday, October 4:
- 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM
- 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
- Monday, October 7:
- 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM
- 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
- Tuesday, October 8:
- 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM
- 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
- Wednesday, October 9:
- 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM (evening conferences)
- Helpers needed after conferences to assist with cleanup
Sign up to volunteer:
Volunteer Sign-Up Sheet
Thank you for your support!
Sonoma Family Glow Night - October 15th from 6:00 - 7:15 pm
Join us for an evening of glowing fun at Sonoma! At 6:00 pm in the Sonoma gym, we will have Flashlight Reading. Bring a small flashlight, a blanket, and some books to read. There will also be a book swap table. Bring a gently used book and swap it out for one your haven't read yet! Then, at 6:30 pm, put on your running/walking shows and join us on the Sonoma Lap. We hope to see you there!!!
W.A.T.C.H. Dogs Kick Off - October 17th 5:30 - 6:30 pm
WATCH D.O.G.S.® (Dads of Great Students) is a national program that invites fathers and father figures to volunteer in schools, making a positive impact in classrooms and hallways. The two main goals are to provide positive male role models for students and to enhance school security by adding extra eyes and ears. By participating, you help foster a supportive learning environment and strengthen our community values, all while showing students that education matters.
Join us for our WATCH D.O.G.S. kick-off night at Sonoma on October 17th from 5:30 to 6:30 pm. Come learn more about the program and how you can get involved!
Important Dates!
- Parent Teacher Conferences - October 3rd and October 9th from 4:00-8:00
- Battle Creek Symphony Field Trip - October 3rd
- 4th Grade Agricultural Day Field Trip - October 8th
- October 11th and 14th - NO SCHOOL!
- Student of the Month Breakfast - October 16th at 8:15 am in the gym
- W.A.T.C.H Dogs Kick Off - October 17th from 5:00-6:00
- Glow Night - Tuesday, October 15th 6:00-7:15 pm
- PTA's Trunk or Treat - October 25th
- 4th Grade Binder Park Zoo - Oct 28th - Nov 1st
- Picture Retakes - November 13th
Sonoma Elementary
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