A reminder that there is NO SCHOOL on Wednesday, November 27th, through Friday, November 29th. This season reminds us how much we have to be grateful for, especially our amazing students, staff, and families! Wishing you a wonderful Thanksgiving break!

Help shape the future of the Sioux Falls School District by completing a survey about the most desired qualities of the next superintendent. The SFSD School Board is using an educational leadership search firm to gather input. https://hyasurvey.com/SiouxFalls

Title 1 Parent Involvement Day is Wednesday, November 20th at 1:00pm! Come join your student for reading activites!
Students from Sonia Sotomayor (pictured in this photo) and the rest of the Sioux Falls School District would like to wish you a Happy Veteran's Day! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
South Dakota public schools proudly recognize and support the brave men and women who have served in our armed forces. Their sacrifices and dedication have upheld the values and freedoms we cherish, and we are deeply grateful for their commitment to protecting our nation.
Our schools are committed to instilling respect and appreciation for veterans among our students, helping them understand the importance of service and dedication. We invite our community to join us in expressing heartfelt gratitude and respect for our veterans.
Thank you to all our veterans for your service and sacrifice!

REMINDER! Sioux Falls School District schools and offices will be CLOSED on Monday, November 11, in honor of Veteran’s Day.
Thank you to all who have served! Especially SFSD staff members who proudly serve(d) in our schools and on the front lines. 🇺🇸

No School Monday, November 11th

Tomorrow, Tuesday, November 5th is Picture Retake Day!

Reminder: Thursday, October 31st will be Pajama Day! Please leave costumes at home.
Reminder there is no school Monday, October 14th and Tuesday, October 15th.
Parent/Teacher Conferences are Tuesday, October 15th from 12:00pm to 7:00pm and Thursday, October 17th from 3:00pm to 7:00pm.

Parent-Teacher Conferences are coming up on October 15th and October 17th! Don't forget to return the preferred time form with your student.

FREE dental clinic tomorrow, September 28th! *see image for details*
Horace Mann Family Fun Night is Tuesday, September 24th at Sertoma Park from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm.
https://youtu.be/-znMTLcsgio
"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!
4th and 5th grade students had the opportunity to watch the Dakota Academy of Performing Arts perform a play called "What's The Difference?" in the Horace Mann library Monday afternoon!

REMINDER: Picture day is tomorrow, Friday, September 13th!

Picture day is Friday, September 13th! Students will be coming home with an order form today or tomorrow. Photos can also be ordered online at www.schooltimephotos.com. Use event name HMES.

No School Friday, August 30th and Monday, September 2nd
The first day of school is just over a month away! More info on open houses to come soon, but for now, please save these dates! If you haven't yet completed the Annual Student Information Update, please do so here. https://www.sf.k12.sd.us/page/school-registration
See you soon!

LAST CALL for Camp Invention! Secure your child's spot TODAY!

9 Days left of school! Here are the dress up days:
May 13th: Dress like a gym teacher
May 14th: USA Day
May 15th: Hat Day
May 16th: Pajama Day
May 17th: Neon color day
May 20th: Jersey Day
May 21st: Exercise clothes
May 22nd: Horace Mann color (Blue)
May 23rd: Tie Dye!

