Harambee Life | March 27, 2025

Hello Harambee Families,

I hope that you are all enjoying the sunny weather! It has been great fun to be outside at recess this week as students are once again able to play on the field (it is no longer wet and muddy!) and in the gaga pit (it is also no longer wet and muddy!).

I have two important reminders this week:

1. Tomorrow we are celebrating Black Girl Magic Day across the district. Your student has been learning about Black Girl Magic Day this week in class. It is a day when we lift up and celebrate the magic inside all of us. All students are encouraged to wear black tomorrow.
2. There is no school on Monday, March 31. Enjoy the long weekend!

Same team,
Principal Nathan

• Thursday, March 27 - Dental Sealant forms due for students in 1st, 2nd and 3rd grades
• Friday, March 28 - Black Girl Magic
• Monday, March 31 - No School
• Wednesday, April 16 and Thursday, April 17 - Spring conferences
• Friday, April 25 - Spring picture day

At Harambee Elementary, we value our learning as well as community. Our students are working towards both these noble pursuits with our annual Read-A-Thon! Money raised with this fundraiser will help support students and teachers in our school community to ensure everyone has equal opportunities, regardless of their background.

Children will be encouraged to develop their love of reading and stretch towards their personal reading development goals.

How it works:

An information packet is being sent home today, March 13th. Make a pledge to encourage your child to read – per book, per minute, or one flat rate – and raise money for Harambee Elementary at the same time.

Your donations will help pay for:

• Classroom and Teacher Needs

• School Events

• Swings for the school playground

You can find more information on the Harambee PTO website including copies of all documents being sent home. Harambee PTO - Read a Thon

You can also set up an online account at 99 pledges for our Read a Thon to collect donations online and to track reading minutes online as well. Harambee Read A Thon 99pledges

If you have any questions, please reach out to the PTO at HarambeePTO@gmail.com

Thank you for your support!

Swim lessons build confidence in and around the water while teaching critical water safety skills! Come build the foundation for a lifetime of fun in the pool. We're offering the following levels of swim lessons this spring:

💧 Adult/Child Swim (9+ months)

💧 Pre-K Lessons (3-5 years)

💧 Youth Lessons (5-14 years)

💧 Diving 101 (7-14 years)

💧 Adult Beginner Lessons (15+ years)

💧 Adult Refinement Lessons (15+ years)

CLICK HERE to view lesson times and register, or call 651-604-3770 📲

Are you decluttering or doing spring cleaning? Sell items that you no longer need to give them another life and earn some cash! We're hosting a Sustainability Sale for our community in the parking lot of Aŋpétu Téča Education Center.

Spots are open to individuals, families, crafters and local businesses. We especially encourage those selling secondhand items, products that reuse or recycle materials, or those who use sustainable packaging! This could be a great opportunity for families who live in apartments and are unable to host a garage sale, or those who don't have quite enough items to run their own sale this spring!

The sale is April 26, 2025 from 9am - 2pm. Sellers must reserve their spots by April 18. Only $25 per spot, and you keep your profits!

CLICK HERE to reserve a spot! Or call 651-604-3770 📲

Students will explore their natural environment, collect materials, and create an art project using natural elements, fostering creativity, connection to nature, and teamwork.

Tuesday, April 8
8:00 - 9:30 a.m.

Grades Pre-K - 6

Harambee | FREE!

CLICK HERE to register, or call 651-604-3770 📲

The Roseville Adult Learning Center offers classes for adults at no cost! Our program can help adults to earn their adult diploma, gain helpful certifications, or advance their skills for their career.

For example, we offer digital literacy classes for adults to earn Microsoft Office Specialist certificates! These certificates are great to have on your resume and the skills learned in these classes can support you in school, work, and everyday life.

Get started today! We accept new students all year, and it is free to join. Questions? Call 651-604-3553 or email alc-info@isd623.org

CLICK HERE to learn more 📲