Going to school should be a great experience for these children! Experience the way we should show up for students ✏️ #ShowUpSF
The goalie is an integral part of a soccer team. They do so much more than 'just stand in back by the net'. Nobody knows this better than Jefferson High School team captain and goalie Nora. Sports offer huge benefits to the girls involved, and being part of a team means building strong relationships with friends both on and off the pitch. https://youtu.be/-7ndj8lxNsw
Long-time Coordinator of Physical Education & Athletics Mark Meile joined an elite group of athletes as he was inducted into the South Dakota Athletics Hall of Fame last weekend. Mark retired from the District 3 years ago, but continues to play an active role in high school activities by supporting local and state-wide sporting events. Congratulations Mark!
Yesterday we introduced you to students who were celebrating Peace Week at Robert Frost/Challenge Center. As we mentioned, events culminated with celebrations of peace, including the inflatable fun run! Do you need some inspiration heading in to the weekend? How about some motivation, or just a good chuckle? Then check out just how fun a fun run can really be! https://youtu.be/cIAGNfLouE8
Last week, leading up to the International Day of Peace, Robert Frost/Challenge Center students spent time focusing on peace ☮️ - inner peace, conflict resolution, thoughts and ideas for peace far beyond the walls of their school. Everything culminated on Thursday with an inflatable race and field day in the morning, and the Peace Fest for the community in the evening. Check it out! ✌️
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SFSD wishes to recognize and thank Board Member Dawn Marie Johnson, who completed a 437 mile trek across South Dakota along with 11 other runners to bring awareness to the importance of mental health. The 437 Project highlights suicide prevention, and takes place during September, which is National Suicide Prevention Month. The run raised more than $300,000 for suicide prevention programs through South Dakota’s 211 HelpLine Center and we’re grateful to Dawn Marie for bringing her voice to the importance of mental health.
Substitute teachers play a vital role in the day-to-day operation of schools across SFSD, showing up when it's most important. Subs offer continued learning to students when their teachers are away, and get to make a difference in the the lives of many students. Are you ready to show up for kids? Consider becoming a substitute teacher today! Find out more here: https://sf.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx?jcat=substitutes
Showing up to school means teamwork, self-regulation, and building vital relationship skills for their future. Showupsf.com
This week's ⭐️🤩 SFSD All-Star✨💫 is Abby Wheeler at Central Services! Abby was nominated by her colleague Robin, who had this to say, "I really, really, really feel that Abby should be named an All Star! Customer service is a strong point with Abby. She has the patience of a saint with those she talks to on the phone as well as those who visit the department for information and help. She has a quick sense of humor and is so friendly to all she engages with. She is very knowledgeable and has a desire to learn new things and how to work things better. She has a charitable heart and looks for ways to make life better for those around her. She is calm, cool and collected when speaking to those who who might not be so friendly and she is very understanding and reaches out to help in any way she can. She is organized and artistic. She is a joy to work with personally and I'm glad I can call her a coworker as well as a friend. The effort she puts out on problem solving and collaborating with others is tremendous. We should all have an Abby in our department! I'm glad she's in ours!"
Thank you, Abby, for being an embodiment of the SFSD Experience!
The SFSD District News Minute is back! Media arts students at the Career and Technical Education (CTE) Academy bring you the latest news and information about your public schools! Tune in today! https://youtu.be/YhEg6OkH6fg
September is National Suicide Prevention Month - a time to raise awareness about the critical issue of mental health and suicide prevention. This month is a reminder that we all play a role in creating a culture of compassion, understanding, and openness. By recognizing signs of distress and offering support, we can help make a difference in someone's life. SFSD schools have counselors who are trained to offer support and connect students and families with any resources they may need. Sometimes, just starting a conversation can be the first step toward healing.
Hispanic Heritage Month is recognized from September 15 - October 15. This is a time for us to celebrate the history, culture, and contributions of Hispanic communities in Sioux Falls and throughout the United States. It’s also a time for us to embrace and celebrate the cultural richness our Hispanic students and families bring to our schools. For example - students from throughout our schools, including those from our Spanish Immersion programs and other Spanish classes joined in the fun of the 2024 Latino Festival and Parade 2024! Let’s make this a month of learning, celebration, and connection!
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Did you know September is National Attendance Awareness Month? We're working hard to make sure school is a place that students want to be at. If there are barriers to a student who is having trouble getting to school, we have teams of staff who are there to help make sure they show up to succeed. When students show up, the possibilities are limitless. #ShowUpSF
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"Report, Don't Repost." Parents, students, and the community are asked to take 3 minutes to hear an important message from Superintendent Jane Stavem and Police Chief Jon Thum. School safety is everyone's responsibility!
Congratulations to the 20 SFSD students who were recently announced as National Merit Semifinalists! This prestigious recognition places them among the top academic achievers in the nation, a testament to their hard work, dedication, and academic excellence. Read more here: https://www.sf.k12.sd.us/article/1770430
Our Child Nutrition staff play an integral part in serving our mission to continuously improve meals and services to meet nutritional requirements, provide a variety of menu items, and give the healthiest choices with the freshest ingredients available. As a Child Nutrition Truck Driver, you have the opportunity to support this mission through delivering food to our schools, assisting with the set-up of our serving lines, and maintaining a safe and clean truck and workspace. Find more information here! https://sf.tedk12.com/hire/ViewJob.aspx?JobID=6724
This week's ⭐️ SFSD All-Star 💫 is Heather Conrad, PE teacher at Sonia Sotomayor Elementary! There are 26 sections of students at Sonia Sotomayor elementary, and each one of them receives Physical Education. But that's not enough for Heather. She takes morning arrival duty, volunteers with lunch duty, teaches playground and recess expectations, fully plans and runs field days, serves on multiple leadership teams, takes on mentors, and otherwise daily builds relationships with students and families through a myriad of other extras. Thank you for going above and beyond for your students and school everyday! https://youtu.be/UvPeMucS484
Did you know that having a consistent morning routine can set the tone for regular school attendance? hashtag#ShowUpSF
The 33rd Annual President's Bowl was another huge success with all SFSD high schools represented. Cheer (and cheer camp participants)!, band, dance, many students helped make the day amazing. Thousands of fans showed up to enjoy the beautiful day and a good time was had by all. Check out more photos here! https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjBHP8w
This Tuesday we will see the return of the Avera Family Forum Series. Experts from Avera and SFSD host free VIRTUAL forums the 3rd Tuesday of every month at 6pm to allow families a safe space to learn about the challenges today's students face. This week we'll hear about tips and tricks for navigating Canvas and Infinite Campus. Keep an eye on your email for a link, or tune into the SFSD Youtube page to watch!
