We have been keeping a SECRET...just in case we missed our mark...BUT, we made the December PAWS goal so now we will be having a schoolwide PAJAMA DAY this Thursday, December 21st!
Break out this cozy holiday PJ's and CONGRATULATIONS Pettigrew students on the job well done!
P-Positive
A-Accountable
W-Wise
S-Safe
There will be no school from Friday, December 22nd, 2023 to Tuesday, January 2nd, 2024. We look forward to seeing you again on Wednesday, January 3, 2024!
Wishing you a safe, healthy, and happy holiday season!
Pettigrew Dress-Up Days
Let's put a little jingle in our wardrobe on the last week of school before Holiday Break!
Our 5th graders rounded up over 600 boxes of Mac and Cheese!! Way to go!
Today is a beautiful December day, but we know it can't last forever in South Dakota! Make sure you and your student(s) know how to access Canvas for remote learning when weather that keeps kids home can be predicted in advance.
A BIG thank you to all of the parents and staff that help support the PTO Gift Card Fundraiser
**Fundraiser forms and gift cards can be picked up:
Friday, December 8th from 2:30 - 6:00 pm inside the school entrance
Saturday, December 9th from 1-3 pm at Scooters in their reserved room, across from Roosevelt
All remaining orders will be distributed to your child through their classrooms on Monday, December 11th.
Pettigrew Elementary Skate Party!!
Join Pettigrew's Ugly Sweater Party for skating, games and prizes Tuesday, December 12th, 6-8pm.
Friends and family are welcome to join in on the fun.
Thanks to a generous donations from our Sioux Falls community, all students with a negative lunch balance on December 1st will be reset to ZERO!
Starting Monday, December 4th, when an account has any amount of negative balance, breakfast will not be able to be charged. Once an account reaches a negative (-)$20 balance, the student will be offered a Smart Snack and a milk rather than a hot lunch and $1 will be charged each time to the student account. Once an account reaches a negative (-)$75 balance, no Smart Snack or meal can be served.
Any student who qualifies for Free/Reduced Meals because of limited family income IS and WILL CONTINUE to receive hot meals. Debt only accrues for those who do not qualify for Free or Reduced lunch, or those who have not yet applied for Free or Reduced Lunch.
If you haven’t completed a Free/Reduced Meal Application this school year, but believe you may qualify, PLEASE apply for the program ASAP.
Those who apply, but are denied between now and December 1, 2023 MAY still qualify for incremental assistance if additional funds become available.
APPLICATION LINK:
https://www.myschoolapps.com/Application
Pettigrew staff and students are THANKFUL for what we are learning through the 7 Mindsets Program!
Pettigrew is the star of the show in our new school-wide video that features all of our students!!
This video was unveiled at the School Board this month, and features the three year journey our school has been on, as we learn and assimilate the 7 Mindsets into our school community.
Please enjoy watching the video at this link!
https://youtu.be/A-odj1RPR8g
Pettigrew 4th Graders are singing the National Anthem on Tuesday, December 5th at the Sioux Falls Skyforce game at 6:30 pm.
Tickets cost $15 a piece, and can be purchased at this site: https://fevo-enterprise.com/event/Nationalanthem5
This is a fund-raiser for Pettigrew School. Enjoy the game, the Anthem, and thanks for supporting Pettigrew School. Wear your PURPLE, proudly!!!
No School this Wednesday through Friday!
Enjoy your Thanksgiving Break and we will see you on Monday!
Planning Ahead! If your current 5th grader is involved in Gifted Education at their SFSD Elementary, join us tonight from 6-7pm at Patrick Henry Middle School to learn more about the Middle School Honors Program!
NO SCHOOL this Friday, November 10th, 2023 in observance of Veteran's Day.
K04 had some creative learning time making 2D shapes with Play Doh!
SFSD's new Canvas platform allows students and families to access school assignments and homework anytime, anywhere. When winter weather can be predicted, students and staff will take devices home to continue their learning. Are you prepared? Check out the guidance BEFORE you need it!
The Mindset of the Month for October was "Everything Is Possible"
These students were chosen by their teachers as the Seven Mindsets Student of the Month for October.
**Congratulations to these students for exemplifying this Mindset quality.
Be prepared for school delays or cancellations caused by winter weather! This chart is an example of how start times would be impacted if SFSD declares a One-Hour Late Start. Review it now... before winter weather is here to stay!
303 students are reviewing place value and getting practice in adding and subtracting 10s and 1s in Capture 5!
Saturday's snow has us thinking ahead to winter weather. Is your family prepared for the possibility of Late Starts or Remote Learning Days? This week, we'll highlight everything you need to know to prepare for changes in the school day caused by weather.
To celebrate all of their hard work throughout the first quarter, students in 404 decorated mini pumpkins! Fall is so much fun!
