News and Events 10/8/24

Tuesday, October 8, 2024

Thank you to those parents that came out yesterday for our first day of two-days fall conferences. We look forward to seeing the second half of you at your previously scheduled times on Thursday, October 10th, 4 - 8 pm.

Teachers and Staff were so appreciative of the good dinners and treats you provided as a community as well! We look forward to Thursdays goodies! If you are still interested in giving towards the conferences, please check out the following links.

Fall Conference Dinner Food Donation Sign Up

Sponsor Staff for Conference Dinner Sign Up

October 14th is Indigenous Peoples' Day. It is a day that we support and honor Native American communities and acknowledge that they were here before many of our families. It is a time to celebrate and learn from Indigenous cultures and people. There are over 570 Native Nations in the U.S. Each Native Nation has their own language and culture, not all Native Americans are the same.

Minnesota is the homeland of the Dakota People, and our state name comes from a Dakota word Mnisota referring to clearwater. Dakota referred to this place as Mnisota Makoce- land of sky tinted water. Anishinaabe people also live in MN, and some of our place names come from Ojibwe language too. For example, the Mississippi River’s name comes from gichi-ziibii meaning Big River. Next Monday, students will learn about Ojibwe and Dakota people, and how we can see their language and culture reflected in this place we call home.

As was the case last year, we will have a normal school day on Thursday, Oct. 31st. Costumes are not allowed at school nor can students bring candy to school that week for snack, as it does not align to our district's Wellness Policy. Thank you for your cooperation!

POP in for the POPCORN, stay for the scoop!

Join us for the next Sand Creek PTO Meeting on October 15 from 6:30-8 p.m. in the Media Center! You don't want to miss this one, lots of fun stuff plus popcorn will be available for all to enjoy! As always, there is childcare available.

This is a great opportunity to hear an update from our second-grade teachers, get the latest on the president's and Title I reports, and participate in an important discussion about our upcoming Holiday Shop. You’ll also hear about upcoming volunteer opportunities and how you can get involved! Can't make it in person? No worries, we’ll have a virtual option available too. Let’s work together to make a difference at Sand Creek!

Support Our School and Sell Chocolates or American-Made Products!

The Sand Creek Elementary PTO is kicking off our fall fundraiser, and we need your help to reach our goal of $20,000!

You can participate by selling World’s Finest Chocolate candy bars, available in $60 boxes at $2 a bar. To check out a box, simply fill out the form provided. Please note that once a box is checked out, it becomes the parent's responsibility to sell the entire box and submit payment of $60 per box to the school by October 25th, 2024. Additional boxes can only be checked out after payment for the first one is made.

Prefer to sell online? You can also support us by selling American-made products! Simply register online and share with friends and family nationwide. Items can be shipped directly to customers or to the school for easy pickup.

Parents are also welcome to make direct donations via PayPal, cash, or check. Your contribution directly supports our teachers, students, and school events.

View the materials that were sent home last Thursday and the video shared in class today.

Let’s make this fundraiser a sweet success!

Another short week next week! School is closed Thursday and Friday, October 17 & 18 due to the MEA weekend. Get out and enjoy the fall activities!

The PTO has Sand Creek apparel available to purchase, please see ordering link below:

Sand Creek Gear

Webstore will close on Sunday October 13th at Midnight. With order delivery to your child the week of October 28th. Apparel options are below.

Vicki Mochinski is our wonderful Volunteer Services Coordinator here at Sand Creek. She always has volunteer opportunities available if you are interested! Click HERE to fill out the forms to be able to volunteer - and also to be ready for those Field Trips that are coming around.

There are so many ways to help out our school, not only by volunteering, but monetarily. Did you know that you can download the Box Tops App to earn free money for our school. There really is an app for everything!

UPDATES

• Walkers need to be picked up by Doors 5, 6, 7, they should not be picked up near the parent pick up car lane
• Please do not bring dogs/pets on to school property when dropping off or picking up students.

Olive Street Pick Up/Drop Off Vehicle Line - Please do not block driveways and mailboxes of residents that live on Olive Street as you wait in the parent pick up line.

Arrival Procedure Visual

Dismissal Procedure Visual

We encourage all families to complete an application for Educational Benefits, including free/reduced lunch. Yes, breakfast and lunch are free for all students this year, but those who qualify for free/reduced lunch receive this benefit from federal funds, those who do not qualify receive the benefit from state funds. Sand Creek also receives additional federal funds based on the number of families who qualify for this benefit. Please follow this link to apply for Educational Benefits today.

All families are required to review the information in our Student-Parent Handbook. Thank you to those who have already done so. Important information to review includes our cell phone/smartwatch policy, guidance on birthday treats, and our School-wide Behavior Plan. Once you have reviewed the information, please indicate so by completing the form below.

Home-School Behavior Compact

Thursday, October 10 - Fall Conferences, 4:00-8:00

Friday, October 11 - Kindergarten Field Trip to Eveland Family Farm

Sunday, October 13 - PTO Apparel Websale Ends at Midnight

Tuesday, October 15 - PoPpInG PTO Meeting in Media Center, 6:30 - 8:00 pm

Thursday & Friday, October 17 & 18 - NO SCHOOL

Thursday, October 24 - 5th Grade Field Trip to Orchestra Hall

Thursday, October 24 - Last Day to turn in orders for PTO Fundraiser

Tuesday, October 29 - Lifetouch Picture Retake Day

Tuesday, November 5 - NO STUDENTS, Staff Development Day

Tuesday, November 12 - Math Engagement Night, 5:30-7 pm

Friday, November 15 - 5th Grade Butterbraid Fundraiser Begins!