🎉 January Leaders of the Month 🎉
We are so proud to celebrate our January Leaders of the Month! These students have shown outstanding leadership by being respectful, responsible, and ready to learn each day. 🌟
Thank you for setting a great example for your classmates and for making our school a positive place to be. Keep up the amazing work—we are so proud of you! 👏✨
We are so proud to celebrate our January Leaders of the Month! These students have shown outstanding leadership by being respectful, responsible, and ready to learn each day. 🌟
Thank you for setting a great example for your classmates and for making our school a positive place to be. Keep up the amazing work—we are so proud of you! 👏✨
It’s time for another year of Penny Wars! 🪙
Penny Wars is a yearly Garfield tradition where grades face off to see who can raise the most money for the charity chosen by our Lighthouse members. This year, all money raised will be donated to the Humane Society to help feed and shelter animals in need.
The rules are simple:
• Bring in pennies to earn points for your grade (1 penny = 1 point).
• Bring in silver coins (nickels, dimes, or quarters) to take away points from the grade of your choice.
• Dollar bills are also accepted and are worth their value × 100 (e.g., $1 = 100 points, $5 = 500 points, $10 = 1,000 points etc.).
Penny Wars will run during the week of 1/26–1/30.
Bring your pennies and other coins for a great cause!
Penny Wars is a yearly Garfield tradition where grades face off to see who can raise the most money for the charity chosen by our Lighthouse members. This year, all money raised will be donated to the Humane Society to help feed and shelter animals in need.
The rules are simple:
• Bring in pennies to earn points for your grade (1 penny = 1 point).
• Bring in silver coins (nickels, dimes, or quarters) to take away points from the grade of your choice.
• Dollar bills are also accepted and are worth their value × 100 (e.g., $1 = 100 points, $5 = 500 points, $10 = 1,000 points etc.).
Penny Wars will run during the week of 1/26–1/30.
Bring your pennies and other coins for a great cause!
🦋 A Special Visit for Our Kindergarten Friends! 🐢🐍
Today, our kindergarten students had an exciting hands-on learning experience thanks to a visit from the Butterfly House! Our little learners met some amazing animal guests, including a snake, a turtle, and even a hissing cockroach!
The students asked great questions, showed lots of curiosity, and did a wonderful job listening and learning about these fascinating creatures. What a fun way to bring science to life!
Thank you to the Butterfly House for such a memorable visit! 💛
Today, our kindergarten students had an exciting hands-on learning experience thanks to a visit from the Butterfly House! Our little learners met some amazing animal guests, including a snake, a turtle, and even a hissing cockroach!
The students asked great questions, showed lots of curiosity, and did a wonderful job listening and learning about these fascinating creatures. What a fun way to bring science to life!
Thank you to the Butterfly House for such a memorable visit! 💛
Friday, January 23, 2026, will be a Remote Learning Day in the Sioux Falls School District!
iPads and Chromebooks were sent home with each student earlier today. We will not have in-person learning in the schools, but students are expected to connect to their Canvas account from home for assignments and learning resources. They have practiced this at school and know what is expected of them.
Additional information for Students and Families can be found here: https://app.smore.com/n/wgz62
iPads and Chromebooks were sent home with each student earlier today. We will not have in-person learning in the schools, but students are expected to connect to their Canvas account from home for assignments and learning resources. They have practiced this at school and know what is expected of them.
Additional information for Students and Families can be found here: https://app.smore.com/n/wgz62
📚💻 A Quick Note for Our Families 💻📚
Today, teachers are sending devices home with students just in case we need to move to remote learning tomorrow.
At this time, school is NOT canceled and we are still planning for an in-person school day. The devices are being sent home simply as a precaution so everyone is prepared if plans change.
We kindly ask that families remember these devices are for learning and educational purposes only.
Thank you so much for your understanding, flexibility, and continued support. We truly appreciate our school community!
Today, teachers are sending devices home with students just in case we need to move to remote learning tomorrow.
At this time, school is NOT canceled and we are still planning for an in-person school day. The devices are being sent home simply as a precaution so everyone is prepared if plans change.
We kindly ask that families remember these devices are for learning and educational purposes only.
Thank you so much for your understanding, flexibility, and continued support. We truly appreciate our school community!
🎬🍿 Family Movie Night is TONIGHT! 🍿🎬
We’re so excited to see our families this evening for Family Movie Night from 5:30–7:00 PM!
Grab your blankets, bring your smiles, and enjoy a fun and cozy night together — and yes, popcorn will be provided! 🍿✨
We can’t wait to spend the evening with you! 🎥
We’re so excited to see our families this evening for Family Movie Night from 5:30–7:00 PM!
Grab your blankets, bring your smiles, and enjoy a fun and cozy night together — and yes, popcorn will be provided! 🍿✨
We can’t wait to spend the evening with you! 🎥
💙 No School on Monday, January 19
In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, there will be no school on Monday, January 19.
This day reminds us of the importance of kindness, respect, and making a positive difference in our community—big or small.
Have a safe and meaningful day off!
In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, there will be no school on Monday, January 19.
This day reminds us of the importance of kindness, respect, and making a positive difference in our community—big or small.
Have a safe and meaningful day off!
🎬🍿 Family Movie Night at Garfield! 🍿🎬
We’re excited to invite our Garfield families to a Family Movie Night on Thursday, January 22, from 5:30–7:00 PM in the Multipurpose Room!
Join us for a special showing of Big Hero 6 and enjoy a cozy evening of fun and family time together at our school. Families are welcome to bring a snuggly blanket and pillow, and you may also bring your own supper if you’d like. Popcorn will be provided for everyone!
👉 Please enter through the front door.
🎥 Don’t forget to check out the preview using the QR code on the flyer!
We are SO excited to spend this fun night with you and your family. We hope to see you there! 💙✨
We’re excited to invite our Garfield families to a Family Movie Night on Thursday, January 22, from 5:30–7:00 PM in the Multipurpose Room!
Join us for a special showing of Big Hero 6 and enjoy a cozy evening of fun and family time together at our school. Families are welcome to bring a snuggly blanket and pillow, and you may also bring your own supper if you’d like. Popcorn will be provided for everyone!
👉 Please enter through the front door.
🎥 Don’t forget to check out the preview using the QR code on the flyer!
We are SO excited to spend this fun night with you and your family. We hope to see you there! 💙✨
Enjoy the extra day off! 🎉 This is a friendly reminder that there will be no school on Monday, January 12th. We hope our students and families take the time to rest, have fun, and recharge. We look forward to welcoming everyone back for another great week of learning! 💙📚✨
🎉❄️ Jolly January Attendance Challenge! ❄️🎉
We’re kicking off the new year with our Jolly January Attendance Challenge! Students are encouraged to come to school on time, every day, and give their best effort as we start the year strong. Consistent attendance helps students stay on track, build routines, and succeed in the classroom. As long as your child is healthy, we would love to see their smiling faces every day!!
Let’s work together to make January a great month for learning and leadership. We can’t wait to see our students bright and early each day! 🌟📚
❄️ Winter Break Is Here! ❄️
December 23rd is our last day of school before winter break! We’re excited for our students to enjoy some well-deserved time to rest, recharge, and have fun.
Classes will resume on January 5th, and we can’t wait to see everyone back, refreshed and ready for a great start to the new year.
Thank you for being such a wonderful school community—we hope you enjoy the break! 🎉❄️
December 23rd is our last day of school before winter break! We’re excited for our students to enjoy some well-deserved time to rest, recharge, and have fun.
Classes will resume on January 5th, and we can’t wait to see everyone back, refreshed and ready for a great start to the new year.
Thank you for being such a wonderful school community—we hope you enjoy the break! 🎉❄️
Our students have been busy spreading appreciation! 💙🖍️ This week, they created heartfelt cards and posters to celebrate our School Resource Officer and our Chief of Police. It was wonderful to see their creativity and gratitude as they shared kind words and messages of thanks for all they do to keep our school and community safe. We are so thankful for their dedication and the positive relationships they build with our students every day! 👮♂️✨
🌟 Leader of the Month 🌟
We are so proud to recognize our Leader of the Month students! These students were chosen for showing outstanding leadership by being responsible, respectful, kind, and setting a positive example for others each day. 💛
Whether it’s helping classmates, making good choices, or giving their best effort in the classroom, these leaders show what it means to do the right thing—even when no one is watching. Keep up the great work, leaders! We are so proud of you! 👏🎉
Let me know if you’d like it more formal, shor
We are so proud to recognize our Leader of the Month students! These students were chosen for showing outstanding leadership by being responsible, respectful, kind, and setting a positive example for others each day. 💛
Whether it’s helping classmates, making good choices, or giving their best effort in the classroom, these leaders show what it means to do the right thing—even when no one is watching. Keep up the great work, leaders! We are so proud of you! 👏🎉
Let me know if you’d like it more formal, shor
❄️🎉 Today was a fun and festive day at school! 🎉❄️
Our students enjoyed class parties and time with their club groups as we wrapped up the day before winter break. There were lots of smiles, laughter, and special moments spent celebrating together. It was a great way to end the day and head into break feeling connected and joyful. We hope everyone has a safe, restful, and happy winter break! 💙
Our students enjoyed class parties and time with their club groups as we wrapped up the day before winter break. There were lots of smiles, laughter, and special moments spent celebrating together. It was a great way to end the day and head into break feeling connected and joyful. We hope everyone has a safe, restful, and happy winter break! 💙
🎁💙 A Special Thank You to Promising Futures! 💙🎁
We are incredibly grateful to Promising Futures for their generous donation of presents for all of our first grade students! Thanks to their kindness, each of our first graders was able to receive a special gift, bringing lots of smiles, excitement, and joy to our school.
Moments like these remind us how powerful community support can be and how much it means to our students and families. We truly appreciate Promising Futures for thinking of our students and helping make this season extra special for them.
Thank you for your generosity and for supporting our school!
We are incredibly grateful to Promising Futures for their generous donation of presents for all of our first grade students! Thanks to their kindness, each of our first graders was able to receive a special gift, bringing lots of smiles, excitement, and joy to our school.
Moments like these remind us how powerful community support can be and how much it means to our students and families. We truly appreciate Promising Futures for thinking of our students and helping make this season extra special for them.
Thank you for your generosity and for supporting our school!
❄️ Snowy Weather Reminder ❄️
Winter has definitely arrived, and with all the snow on the ground, many students are eager to climb and play on the snow piles during recess. To make sure everyone can enjoy outdoor play safely and comfortably, please be sure your child comes to school dressed for the weather each day.
Students who wish to play on the snow piles will need to have a warm coat, hat, gloves, and boots. These items help keep our students warm, dry, and ready for learning after recess.
Thank you for your continued support and for helping us keep our students safe and happy this winter!
Winter has definitely arrived, and with all the snow on the ground, many students are eager to climb and play on the snow piles during recess. To make sure everyone can enjoy outdoor play safely and comfortably, please be sure your child comes to school dressed for the weather each day.
Students who wish to play on the snow piles will need to have a warm coat, hat, gloves, and boots. These items help keep our students warm, dry, and ready for learning after recess.
Thank you for your continued support and for helping us keep our students safe and happy this winter!
📣 Garfield Leaders in Action! 📣
Yesterday, a few students from each class were selected to attend the NCAA Division II college volleyball game — all because they’ve been showing strong leadership in the classroom! 🏐💙
These students consistently model positive behavior, make responsible choices, and demonstrate what it means to be true Garfield leaders. As a special recognition, they had the opportunity to cheer on collegiate athletes, experience the excitement of a live game, and represent our school with pride.
We are so proud of their hard work and leadership. Keep soaring, Eagles! 🦅
Yesterday, a few students from each class were selected to attend the NCAA Division II college volleyball game — all because they’ve been showing strong leadership in the classroom! 🏐💙
These students consistently model positive behavior, make responsible choices, and demonstrate what it means to be true Garfield leaders. As a special recognition, they had the opportunity to cheer on collegiate athletes, experience the excitement of a live game, and represent our school with pride.
We are so proud of their hard work and leadership. Keep soaring, Eagles! 🦅
🧶 National Ugly Sweater Day! 🧶
This Friday, the 19th, we’re celebrating National Ugly Sweater Day! Students are invited to wear their best (and ugliest!) sweaters to school and bring the fun to our hallways.
The bigger, bolder, and sillier, the better! Let’s see those wild patterns, funny designs, and totally over-the-top sweaters. It’s going to be a fun and cozy day at school!
This Friday, the 19th, we’re celebrating National Ugly Sweater Day! Students are invited to wear their best (and ugliest!) sweaters to school and bring the fun to our hallways.
The bigger, bolder, and sillier, the better! Let’s see those wild patterns, funny designs, and totally over-the-top sweaters. It’s going to be a fun and cozy day at school!
✨ Special Visitors in PE Yesterday! ✨
Yesterday, we had an awesome surprise at Garfield — the Wingate Volleyball Team from North Carolina came to visit and play with our students in PE! 🏐💙
Our kids had a blast playing games, having fun, and spending time with these amazing athletes. Huge thank you to the Wingate players for taking the time to connect with our students and make their day extra special!
What a fun way to keep our Eagles active and excited! 🦅
Yesterday, we had an awesome surprise at Garfield — the Wingate Volleyball Team from North Carolina came to visit and play with our students in PE! 🏐💙
Our kids had a blast playing games, having fun, and spending time with these amazing athletes. Huge thank you to the Wingate players for taking the time to connect with our students and make their day extra special!
What a fun way to keep our Eagles active and excited! 🦅
🧥💙 A Huge Thank You to Burwell Enterprises! 💙🧥
We want to give a big shoutout and heartfelt thank you to Burwell Enterprises for their generous donation of clothing and coats to Garfield! Their support helps ensure our students stay warm and cared for as the weather gets colder.
We are so grateful for community partners who continue to invest in our kids. Thank you, Burwell Enterprises! 💛✨
We want to give a big shoutout and heartfelt thank you to Burwell Enterprises for their generous donation of clothing and coats to Garfield! Their support helps ensure our students stay warm and cared for as the weather gets colder.
We are so grateful for community partners who continue to invest in our kids. Thank you, Burwell Enterprises! 💛✨
