
Make sure to turn in your Hawthorne Apparel Order Form and payment by Friday, October 24th.
Don’t miss out on showing your school spirit! 🐾


It’s amazing to see creativity and math come together as students built their cities block by block. Great job, future architects and mathematicians!





This little one showed such a big heart! 💖 She noticed her friend was feeling sad and went over to comfort her with kindness and care. Moments like these remind us that even the smallest friends can show the biggest compassion.


Hawthorne families came together Thursday, October 9th for another amazing Living in the Circle night! 💙📚
Students proudly shared the books they created and showed off their superhero capes, reminding us all that reading truly is a superpower! Families enjoyed supper, played family bingo, and learned fun ways to make reading part of everyday life at home. We are so grateful for our families who joined us to celebrate learning, belonging, and the joy of reading together. Thank you for being part of our Hawthorne community—where every child’s superpower shines! 💫






The Community Learning Center received a special grant to partner with the Dakota Players through the Black Hills Playhouse to bring The Superhero Show to life — and Hawthorne CLC was chosen for this exciting opportunity!
Seventeen talented Hawthorne CLC students earned their roles through auditions and spent two weeks in daily 2-hour rehearsals, learning lines, songs, and dances. 🎭
Their hard work truly paid off during their fantastic performance on Friday, September 26th! It was an inspiring and enriching experience for everyone involved.
A huge congratulations to our amazing student performers and a big thank-you to the Dakota Players and Black Hills Playhouse for making this possible!






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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! 🍂


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!



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!











📣 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!


🛼 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!


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! 💙💛






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! ✨











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! 😄


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!


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!










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!





