📢 No School Reminder
There will be no school on Monday, October 13th, and Tuesday, October 14th.
Parent-Teacher Conferences are scheduled for Tuesday, October 14th — please check your schedule to see if you have a conference time with your child’s teacher. Enjoy the long weekend! 🍂
There will be no school on Monday, October 13th, and Tuesday, October 14th.
Parent-Teacher Conferences are scheduled for Tuesday, October 14th — please check your schedule to see if you have a conference time with your child’s teacher. Enjoy the long weekend! 🍂
💉 Flu Shot Clinic at Hawthorne Elementary!
Falls Community Health will be providing flu shots for students at our Hawthorne Elementary School-Based Clinic on Wednesday, October 29, 2025.
Consent forms will be sent home with students this week.
If you would like your child to receive a flu shot, please complete, sign, and return the consent form to school by Wednesday, October 22, 2025.
Help keep our students healthy this flu season!
Falls Community Health will be providing flu shots for students at our Hawthorne Elementary School-Based Clinic on Wednesday, October 29, 2025.
Consent forms will be sent home with students this week.
If you would like your child to receive a flu shot, please complete, sign, and return the consent form to school by Wednesday, October 22, 2025.
Help keep our students healthy this flu season!
Dear Hawthorne Families,
We would love for you to join us for our Living in the Circle gathering on Thursday, October 9th at 5:00 PM!
This month, we are celebrating our exciting theme: "Reading is Our Superpower!" Come enjoy a fun-filled evening where students will receive free books and have the chance to create their own bookmarks.
Supper will be served: hot dogs, chips, and dessert.
When we read, we unlock our superpowers and open the door to endless adventures. We can’t wait to see you there!
We would love for you to join us for our Living in the Circle gathering on Thursday, October 9th at 5:00 PM!
This month, we are celebrating our exciting theme: "Reading is Our Superpower!" Come enjoy a fun-filled evening where students will receive free books and have the chance to create their own bookmarks.
Supper will be served: hot dogs, chips, and dessert.
When we read, we unlock our superpowers and open the door to endless adventures. We can’t wait to see you there!
⚽ A huge THANK YOU to Sioux Falls Fire Rescue and Officer Mattson from the Sioux Falls Police Department for stepping in as extra special coaches at Sioux Falls Neighborhood Soccer! Your presence meant the world to our players — and you showed them firsthand what DETERMINATION truly looks like. 👮♂️🚒
We’re so grateful for your support and the example you set for our young athletes!
🌟 Lights On Afterschool at Hawthorne! 🌟
📣 This year, Hawthorne will be the only program celebrating on Wednesday, October 22nd, 2025!
(All other programs will observe the original date of October 23rd, 2025.)
Launched in October 2000, Lights On Afterschool is the only nationwide event celebrating afterschool programs and the vital role they play in the lives of children, families, and communities. This annual celebration—organized by the Afterschool Alliance—highlights the many ways afterschool programs help students thrive through activities like science, robotics, poetry, Tae Kwon Do, and community service.
📣 This year, Hawthorne will be the only program celebrating on Wednesday, October 22nd, 2025!
(All other programs will observe the original date of October 23rd, 2025.)
Join us as we shine a light on the power of afterschool programs and the endless possibilities they unlock for our students!
📣 This year, Hawthorne will be the only program celebrating on Wednesday, October 22nd, 2025!
(All other programs will observe the original date of October 23rd, 2025.)
Launched in October 2000, Lights On Afterschool is the only nationwide event celebrating afterschool programs and the vital role they play in the lives of children, families, and communities. This annual celebration—organized by the Afterschool Alliance—highlights the many ways afterschool programs help students thrive through activities like science, robotics, poetry, Tae Kwon Do, and community service.
📣 This year, Hawthorne will be the only program celebrating on Wednesday, October 22nd, 2025!
(All other programs will observe the original date of October 23rd, 2025.)
Join us as we shine a light on the power of afterschool programs and the endless possibilities they unlock for our students!
🎉 Skate City All School Skate – Glow Night! 🎉
🛼 Monday, October 13th
🕕 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Come join the fun at our special Glow Night at Skate City!
💲Admission: $7.50 per skater
🛼 Skate Rental: $4.00 (if you don’t bring your own)
💡 Glow Sticks: $1.00 each
🌭 Meal Deal: Hot Dog, Chips & Small Soda – $5.00
🎟️ Save 20% when you purchase your school skate tickets online using code: HAWTH20
📞 Questions? Call Skate City at 605-332-7915
👍 Find us on Facebook: Skate City
Don’t forget to wear neon or white to glow under the black lights! See you there!
🛼 Monday, October 13th
🕕 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Come join the fun at our special Glow Night at Skate City!
💲Admission: $7.50 per skater
🛼 Skate Rental: $4.00 (if you don’t bring your own)
💡 Glow Sticks: $1.00 each
🌭 Meal Deal: Hot Dog, Chips & Small Soda – $5.00
🎟️ Save 20% when you purchase your school skate tickets online using code: HAWTH20
📞 Questions? Call Skate City at 605-332-7915
👍 Find us on Facebook: Skate City
Don’t forget to wear neon or white to glow under the black lights! See you there!
📚✨ You're Invited! ✨📚 Please RSVP by scanning the barcode
Join us Thursday, October 9th at 5:00 PM for our Living in the Circle Gathering — an evening filled with connection, community, and celebration!
Families are invited to come together to:
* Enjoy a free supper (hot dogs, chips, and dessert!)
* Learn more about the Circle of Courage
* Celebrate our theme: "Reading is Our Superpower!"
When we read, we unlock our superpowers and open the door to endless adventures. Come be part of this meaningful and fun event — we can’t wait to see you there!
📍 Mark your calendars: Thursday, October 9th @ 5:00 PM
Because reading truly is a superpower!
Join us Thursday, October 9th at 5:00 PM for our Living in the Circle Gathering — an evening filled with connection, community, and celebration!
Families are invited to come together to:
* Enjoy a free supper (hot dogs, chips, and dessert!)
* Learn more about the Circle of Courage
* Celebrate our theme: "Reading is Our Superpower!"
When we read, we unlock our superpowers and open the door to endless adventures. Come be part of this meaningful and fun event — we can’t wait to see you there!
📍 Mark your calendars: Thursday, October 9th @ 5:00 PM
Because reading truly is a superpower!
🎉🏆 Congratulations to Our First 2025–2026 Hawthorne Pride Award Winners! 🏆🎉
We are so excited to recognize our very first Hawthorne Pride Award winners of the school year! 🌟
These outstanding students have shown exceptional character, leadership, and school spirit — truly living out the values of Hawthorne Pride.
👏 Let's celebrate their hard work, positive attitude, and commitment to our school community!
Way to go, scholars — we're proud of you! 💙💛
🌟 Legacy Breakfast at Hawthorne 🌟
We celebrated our annual Legacy Breakfast with our amazing staff. It was a wonderful opportunity to come together, share stories, and continue building on our theme of Belonging—because at Hawthorne, we know “We’re Better Together!” 💙🐾
A special thank you to the Sioux Falls Area Community Foundation for generously supporting this event and helping us honor the incredible work our staff does each day for our students and families. Your partnership truly makes a difference in our school community! ✨
We celebrated our annual Legacy Breakfast with our amazing staff. It was a wonderful opportunity to come together, share stories, and continue building on our theme of Belonging—because at Hawthorne, we know “We’re Better Together!” 💙🐾
A special thank you to the Sioux Falls Area Community Foundation for generously supporting this event and helping us honor the incredible work our staff does each day for our students and families. Your partnership truly makes a difference in our school community! ✨
📸 Picture Day is Wednesday, October 1, 2025!
If your child will be absent on Picture Day, Retake Day is scheduled for Tuesday, November 18, 2025.
🖼️ To order photos online or for more information, use the link below:
👉 http://Scherling.PreOrderPhotos.com/?AccessCode=X74QN9
Let’s get ready for Picture Day smiles! 😄
If your child will be absent on Picture Day, Retake Day is scheduled for Tuesday, November 18, 2025.
🖼️ To order photos online or for more information, use the link below:
👉 http://Scherling.PreOrderPhotos.com/?AccessCode=X74QN9
Let’s get ready for Picture Day smiles! 😄
🧒 FREE Child Screenings! 👶
The Sioux Falls School District offers free developmental screenings for children birth to age five who live within the district boundaries.
Our team will check your child’s:
✅ Motor Skills
✅ Concepts
✅ Language
✅ Vision & Hearing (FREE check ups included!)
Screenings are available Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM throughout the year.
If your family qualifies, we can also help you register for Head Start!
📍 Location: Early Childhood Screening Office
2205 N. Career Avenue
📞 Call 605-367-8488 to schedule your free appointment today!
The Sioux Falls School District offers free developmental screenings for children birth to age five who live within the district boundaries.
Our team will check your child’s:
✅ Motor Skills
✅ Concepts
✅ Language
✅ Vision & Hearing (FREE check ups included!)
Screenings are available Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM throughout the year.
If your family qualifies, we can also help you register for Head Start!
📍 Location: Early Childhood Screening Office
2205 N. Career Avenue
📞 Call 605-367-8488 to schedule your free appointment today!
⚽ Neighborhood Soccer is in Full Swing! ⚽
A huge THANK YOU to all the amazing coaches and volunteers who are making this season such a success. Your time, energy, and passion mean the world to our players and their families. Let’s keep the momentum going—go team!
A huge THANK YOU to all the amazing coaches and volunteers who are making this season such a success. Your time, energy, and passion mean the world to our players and their families. Let’s keep the momentum going—go team!
📣 Important Update from Falls Community Health School-Based Clinics 📣
Please note that there have been changes to clinic-based hours at our school-based clinics. Information about these updates will be sent home with students soon.
📄 The letter includes barcodes you can scan to:
✅ Sign up for services
💳 Make payments quickly and securely
Thank you for staying informed and supporting your student’s health and wellness!
Please note that there have been changes to clinic-based hours at our school-based clinics. Information about these updates will be sent home with students soon.
📄 The letter includes barcodes you can scan to:
✅ Sign up for services
💳 Make payments quickly and securely
Thank you for staying informed and supporting your student’s health and wellness!
A very special thank you to the Sonia Sotomayor PTO for the generous cookie treats for our Hawthorne staff! Your kindness and support are truly appreciated. 🍪
The Community Learning Centers (CLC) provides the following care during the school year:
*Before School Care - at (8) elementary locations
*After School Care - at all elementary locations, except for Horace Mann
* Extended Care Days - On most No School days, the CLC offers care from 6:30am-6:00pm at (10) elementary locations
Students do NOT have to be enrolled into the before and after school to participate in Extended Care Days. However, they must pre-enroll into the CLC to be able to register for these days
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1p_Ro1wG5uae92dYnlipm65d9NPXnoZaV_oVxhI7vdTc/edit
*Before School Care - at (8) elementary locations
*After School Care - at all elementary locations, except for Horace Mann
* Extended Care Days - On most No School days, the CLC offers care from 6:30am-6:00pm at (10) elementary locations
Students do NOT have to be enrolled into the before and after school to participate in Extended Care Days. However, they must pre-enroll into the CLC to be able to register for these days
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1p_Ro1wG5uae92dYnlipm65d9NPXnoZaV_oVxhI7vdTc/edit
🎉 Homecoming Highlights! 🎉
Students and staff came together to celebrate Lincoln High School’s Homecoming Week from September 15–19 — a week full of school spirit, pride, and Patriot tradition!
👑 Congratulations to Naomi Jespersen and Louison Akossi, who were crowned Lincoln Patriots Homecoming Queen and King! Your Patriot family is proud of you!
Students and staff came together to celebrate Lincoln High School’s Homecoming Week from September 15–19 — a week full of school spirit, pride, and Patriot tradition!
👑 Congratulations to Naomi Jespersen and Louison Akossi, who were crowned Lincoln Patriots Homecoming Queen and King! Your Patriot family is proud of you!
📸 Picture Day Alert!
Mark your calendars — Picture Day is on Wednesday, October 1st, 2025!
Dress your best and bring your smile!
Mark your calendars — Picture Day is on Wednesday, October 1st, 2025!
Dress your best and bring your smile!
It’s Almost That Time of Year – Parent-Teacher Conferences!
Conference time is just around the corner! Keep an eye on your child’s backpack for the Parent-Teacher Conference sign-up sheet. ✏️ Please fill it out and send it back to school as soon as possible so we can get your conference scheduled.
We’re looking forward to meeting with you and talking about all the amazing progress your child is making!
Conference time is just around the corner! Keep an eye on your child’s backpack for the Parent-Teacher Conference sign-up sheet. ✏️ Please fill it out and send it back to school as soon as possible so we can get your conference scheduled.
We’re looking forward to meeting with you and talking about all the amazing progress your child is making!
👀👂🦷 Last week our Pre-K through 5th grade students received vision and hearing screenings, and those with parental approval had their first dental varnish application thanks to our amazing dental clinic!
A huge thank you to Falls Community Health for helping keep our students healthy and smiling!
A huge thank you to Falls Community Health for helping keep our students healthy and smiling!
🎭 Special Visit from the Dakota Academy of Performing Arts! 🎶
We were thrilled to welcome members of the Dakota Academy of Performing Arts (DAPA) as they stopped by to visit our 5th grade students! The students had an incredible time learning about the performing arts and experiencing a glimpse into the world of theater and music.
Thank you, DAPA, for inspiring creativity and sharing your passion with our future performers!
