Every day is a GREAT day in SFSD classrooms! Thursday was extra special as Supt. Stavem and Board Member Marc Murren surprised six educators by naming them finalists for the Dr. John W. Harris Teacher of the Year Award! Please join us in congratulating these amazing educators!
Congratulations to LHS Automotive & Welding Teacher, Ryan Kortemeyer for being this week's All Star! ⭐
He was nominated for this award by his fellow LHS educator, Sarah Burkett, who shared this about Ryan, "Ryan Kortemeyer reflects all that is good in education: striving for excellence, creating high expectations for his students, and collaborating effectively with other educators. An automotive and welding educator, Ryan embodies the mission of the Sioux Falls School District as he supports diverse learners in his classes. He treats all students with dignity and respect while engaging them in hands-on activities that strengthen their job skills in the future. Ryan works diligently to foster positive relationships in his classroom while ensuring student success in auto mechanics and welding. Ryan has also supported new automotive and welding teachers at other schools; he willingly shares content and collaborates with his colleagues across the district. In addition to this, Ryan provides support to students outside of the classroom, including float building and participation in the Native American Day parade. His humility and dedication to our students is something to celebrate! Ryan is the ideal candidate for this recognition; he is humble, professional, and an asset to the education field."
Congratulations, Mr. Kortemeyer! Thank you for all you do for the Sioux Falls School District!
SFSD loves our school counselors! Join us in thanking them this week (and every week) for "Helping Students Dream Big!"
SFSD recently hosted a film crew from Boys Town to highlight positive behavior strategies being used at Susan B. Anthony Elem. Retired Principal Tara Eckstaine now serves as Development Officer for the Omaha-based organization. We're proud of our students, staff, & schools!
Meet the 66 nominees for the 35th Annual Dr. John W. Harris Teacher of the Year award! Finalists will be notified later this week & the 2023 winner will be announced on Feb 27 at the ceremony at Ben Reifel MS! https://www.sf.k12.sd.us/page/teacher-of-the-year-program
Enrollment for JK/Kindergarten for the 23-24 school year is NOW OPEN! Child must be five (5) on or before September 1, 2023. Parents who wish to learn more about the demands of Kindergarten are invited to attend a special event! Register with the QR code!
Looking for a fun activity for your family on Tues, Feb. 21, 2023 - a No School Day in the SFSD? Head to Air Madness from 10am-6pm to jump, play, and unlock donations to Operation Hope & Caring! SFSD schools without PTAs/PTOs benefit!
SFSD orchestra teacher Stacy Sip is 1 of 3 music educators, out of 130 nominated, to be named 2023 Schmitt Music Educator of the Year at the Elementary Level! Stacy will be honored in Minneapolis later this month & we'll have more info soon! Congratulations!
Meet this week's All Star, Becky Heikkila! ⭐
The people who think that librarians read all day, check out a few books, and re-shelve them are mistaken. Becky has created a hub of information, resources, support, safety, comfort, and inclusion... and that takes daily work. Whittier Middle School's library is not only a place where students WANT to be, it's a place where staff want to be, too. It's not just the center of the school, it's the heart.
Learn more about Becky here! ---> https://youtu.be/Hw55W-Cva00
Check your school calendar! There is No School Monday, February 6, 2023 so staff can attend inservice. We're learning, too!
SFSD offers free developmental screenings for children ages 0 to 5 who reside within the district boundaries. We screen motor skills, concepts, language, vision and hearing. Screenings are conducted 8am to 4pm Mon-Fri. Call 605-367-8488. Office is located @ 2205 N. Career Ave.
Join us Tuesday night, January 31, at the Career & Technical Education Academy for our annual open house! Learn all about the dozens of hands-on and advanced programs available here. To learn even more before Tuesday: https://www.ctea.sf.k12.sd.us/o/ctea
HAPPENING TOMORROW! ❗📣❗
Students and families have the opportunity to learn how to get started in the field of Cybersecurity and Technology by attending the Cyber Academy open house on Tuesday, January 31st from 4-7:30 pm at the CTE Academy!
This is a great opportunity to learn how to get started in the field of Cybersecurity and Technology by taking college-level courses while in high school.
Presentations at 5pm and 7pm will explain how students can get started and the program's benefits.
Reminder, this event is open to anyone and everyone!
Can't wait to see you there!
As if Fridays couldn’t get any better around the office, National Fun at Work Day fell on January 27th this year! This National Day of Fun was created to foster happiness and humor in the office and bring employees together. So, we rallied your coworkers and bosses to celebrate at IPC!
Lynn Reding of the CTE Academy is this week's SFSD All Star! ⭐
The CTE Academy is unlike any other high school in our District, so it's no wonder the Business Manager there is unlike any other employee in the District. Her considerable list of job duties barely scratch the surface of the daily work she gets done, and she does it all with a heart for kids, for her coworkers, and for career and technical education. Lynn Reding fills countless roles, but she's one of a kind.
Learn more about Lynn here! ---> https://youtu.be/vN0h4YNErZw
PBIS is being implemented across the Sioux Falls School District, and that will look a little different in each building. See how trained & invested JFK Elementary staff are letting students SOAR! https://youtu.be/Gw1G-P86YRo
REMINDER! One week from today! ❗📣❗
Students of any age and families have the opportunity to learn how to get started in the field of Cybersecurity and Technology by attending the Cyber Academy open house on Tuesday, January 31st from 4-7:30 pm at the CTE Academy!
This is a great opportunity to learn how to get started in the field of Cybersecurity and Technology by taking college level courses while in high school.
Presentations are at 5pm and 7pm will explain how students can get started and the benefits of the program.
Can't wait to see you there!
The future of education looks bright in the SFSD! Today, 110+ high school students visited IPC as part of the Teacher Pathway Program. Students heard from Supt. Stavem, met with Instructional Coaches, and visited universities to explore post-secondary options. A+ for All!
Cell companies that service Sioux Falls and the surrounding areas are experiencing issues with delivering phone calls. If you need to contact a school, please use a landline to make the call or email the person by using FIRSTNAME.LASTNAME@k12.sd.us.
Terry Redlin's Alison Johnson claims the title of SFSD All Star this week! ⭐
Alison Johnson is a Special Education teacher at Terry Redlin Elementary. She was nominated for this All Star Award by Principal, Ryan DeGraff who shared this about her, "Alison is the epitome of excellence. She dedicates herself to meet the needs of all of her students on her caseload. She never gives up when trying to find solutions to challenges that her students and colleagues face. Alison communicates often with families on the student successes and areas of need. She is a fantastic SPED leader for our building and is alway willing to provide answers or suggestions to all staff. The Sioux Falls School District is lucky to have such a SPED star like Alison Johnson!"
Congratulations, Alison! Thank you for being a bright star in our District! ⭐
