The Tuesday Notice

As the first semester wraps up (with the second semester starting next week!), we say a heartfelt "xie xie" to our wonderful Zhang LaoShi. It is such a privilege to offer our students at our school the gift of Mandarin and Chinese culture. Zhang LaoShi has delighted the children with engaging activities like fun songs and the ever-popular cup clapping game, which the second grade enjoyed today. Next semester, Señora Diez will guide the children as they explore Spanish. Xie xie and hola!

This Week

Thurs, Jan 23: History & Vision Night and Class Meetings, 5:30 to 8:00 p.m.

Fri, Jan 24: Lunar New Year assembly, in-school for the children

Next Week

Mon, Jan 27: Beginning of Second Semester

Thurs, Jan 30: Class 6 Play, The Sword in the Stone, presented for our community, 6:30 p.m.

Fri, Jan 31: Class 6 Play, The Sword in the Stone, presented for the school, 8:45 a.m.

And Beyond!

Thurs, Feb 6 & Fri, Feb 7: No School - Parent-Teacher Conferences

Wed, Feb 19: Middle School Information Night, 6:30 p.m.

Fri, Feb 21: Grandparents' Day!

History and Vision Night is an important milestone in our school year. The event serves as our annual meeting to discuss our financial health as required for our non-profit status. This gathering is an opportunity to tell the story of the history of our school as well as our vision for where we're going. Please join us for this adults-only evening for a moment of reflection, examination of our current reality, and our future path. We hope that every student is represented and you are available for the whole program!

• 5:30 to 6:00 - Light Refreshments and Social Time
  
• 6:00 to 6:50 - School-wide Presentation
  
• 7:00 to 8:00 - Class Meetings

This event is sponsored by the board, faculty, and staff of the Siskiyou School and we hope to see you there!

We're starting our Kindergarten and first grade enrollment process for the 2025-26 school year. If you have a kindergarten student or know of a family that may be interested in our school, please be sure to contact Kristin at kristin.beers@siskiyouschool.org to ensure you're on the list to be contacted in the next weeks. The first step is returning an application for admission, available here. Thank you!

Please take a moment to sign up for Parent-Teacher Conferences by clicking the link HERE. The link will CLOSE on Tuesday, February 4 at 1:30pm and all subsequent changes must be made through the office.

• Click on the tabs at the bottom of the page to get to your class teacher’s page.
• After entering your information, click to another location to “save” your work.
• These times have been carefully chosen by the teachers, please do not alter them.
• If you cannot make the times available, please contact your teacher. Please note, make-up conferences are reserved for emergencies only. Two household families, please sign up for ONE conference time.
• If you need help signing up, please call or email the office.
• Students are REQUIRED to attend 7th grade conferences.
• Upper grades math and language arts conferences are upon request of teacher or parents
• Parents are expected to be available on the designated Thursday or Friday rather than asking to schedule a conference on another day.

• OHANA FAMILIES: Please sign up for your conference in the highlighted times available. You will meet with both class teacher and Ohana teacher.

We’re happy to be able to offer childcare for conferences! Childcare will be available from 8:00 to 4:00 on Thursday and 8:00 to 2:00 on Friday. Children stay free during your conference time, beyond that time childcare is $10/hour (cash or check only please).

Hot lunch order forms for Second Semester are available now! Please download a form below or pick up forms from the front hallway table. We must have a completed form and payment in the office for your child to receive hot lunch. If you are unsure if your child is signed up to get hot lunch for next semester, please contact Amy in the office (amy.bull@siskiyouschool.org). Thank you for supporting our 8th grade trip!

Forms are due THIS Wednesday, January 22nd.

Help us plan for this important event by completing the form below. Thank you!

Help support the 8th Grade with their fundraising for their end of the year trip, while at the same time warming the heart of a friend or a loved one. Forms are now available and orders will be available until Monday, February 10. The cost is $25 which includes a friend or loved one being serenaded to on Valentine’s Day and receiving a card and a bar of chocolate. This is an annual tradition for the 8th grade class and our community, and you can really make someone’s day!

Also available, online valentines! Send your out-of-town loved one a cheery greeting from the Forest class via email. The emailed valentine will include a music video of one of the students' favorite songs for a discounted price of $20! See the link below to order.

As we look towards our coming 2025-26 school year, we have begun posting job openings on our website.

Greetings from the Starfish Class!

Our journey into Norse mythology has captivated the students' imaginations. We’ve explored the nine worlds, learning who resides where and their unique roles in the mythology.

The class has been introduced to Heimdall, Odin, Thor, Loki, and many more characters, hearing their stories and exploring their connections. We’ve worked on creative projects, diamond poems, and skits to deepen our understanding of parts of speech while celebrating these mythical figures.

In math, fractions have taken center stage. We’re exploring the ways fractions play a part in everyday life and sharpening our skills through hands-on activities.

Excitement is in the air as we anticipate preparing for our class play! Plans for February’s play block are taking shape, and we are looking forward to sharing this special event with you.

Warmly, Mrs. Cooley

Our community classifieds are posted as a service to our Siskiyou School families and our broader community. If you would like to include something in the classifieds, email your text (a few lines in length) or an image file (png or jpg only), to kristin.beers@siskiyouschool.org no later than Monday by 3:00 pm. We may edit it for space purposes. Classifieds are included for two weeks, require a break for a week, and then can be renewed upon request.

Looking for academic support for your child for the remainder of the school year? Experienced Waldorf class teacher available for virtual tutoring and curriculum support for grades 1-8. Expertise includes math, reading, and writing. Check out my website and feel free to reach out!

catherinehdixon.com

IMPROV CLASS: Games, games, games – let’s play!

New to improv? You have experience, but are feeling rusty? Or maybe you just want an opportunity to play? This workshop will tap into the spontaneous thrill of improv. Class will start with a variety of fun warm-up exercises & skill builders, then it’s all about the games! Half-life, New Choice, Whose Line, and more. Come play!

• 3 weeks: Jan. 29, Feb 5, 12
• When: Wednesday from 7pm - 9pm
• Where: The Gambrel Annex in Ashland
• Cost: $60
• Taught by Eve Smyth - email her at grimmgirl@gmail.com for more info or to hold a spot.

🌺We are offering TWO DATES (Your Choice) on January 21st 10 - 12pm PST or January 22nd 5 - 7pm, for this Interactive Masterclass.

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Spring Break Ladies Surf Retreat now open to Mothers and Daughters!

All skill levels and ages above 10 years old welcome!

Costa Rica is the perfect warm water spot to learn, hone skills, and connect.

Come out in January for AHS Weekend Basketball Camp Mini-Series!

A fundraiser for the AHS Girls Basketball Program, and coached by AHS Girls Varsity Basketball Players, including Siskiyou School alum Kayla Hawkins of the Dolphin Class!

Dates: Saturdays and Sundays, January 18 & 19, and January 25 & 26

Location: 9am-12pm, at AHS Main Gym in Ashland

Who: Coed, grades 4th-8th Grade

Camp Cost: $75/weekend, including camp shirt

Contact: AHS Girls Basketball Head Coach, Allison Gida
Allison.gida@yahoo.com

(Also, come see a HOME game at 5:30pm in AHS Main Gym, Jan. 17 & 28, Feb. 4, 14 or 25!)

Email: office@siskiyouschool.org
Website: www.siskiyouschool.org
Location: 631 Clay Street, Ashland, OR, USA
Phone: 541-482-8223