You won't catch her reading (for fun) at work, and you'll never hear her "shushing" kids. This librarian has transformed the center of Whittier Middle School into its heart. Students and staff want to be here constantly. Because of Becky. https://youtu.be/Hw55W-Cva00
At a HS facility like the CTE Academy, business is everything: sponsorships, internships, job shadows, guest speakers, career fairs, field trips and career planning. So the business manager is BUSY. But she's so much more than that. Meet Lynn. https://youtu.be/vN0h4YNErZw
Have you downloaded our Sioux Falls School District app yet? 📱
Stay up-to-date with school announcements, learn about upcoming events specific to your school, locate important documents, access lunch menus, check grades, and much more. Most importantly, never miss out on another notification again!
Download here! ---> https://www.sf.k12.sd.us/page/mobile-apps
Elementary students across the District celebrated National Read for the Record Day today! 📚
Read for the Record brings together millions of adults and children across the nation each year as they read the same book on the same day, building an intergenerational community through reading. This year's book selection was Nigel and the Moon by Antwan Eady, which encourages children to celebrate where they come from, who they are, and who they want to be.
Community members like Mayor Paul TenHaken and Vaney Hariri helped students celebrate the day with a virtual reading of Nigel and the Moon, and South Dakota's very own Secretary of Education, Tiffany Sanderson, stopped by R.F. Pettigrew Elementary for an in-person reading of the book.
Thanks to all those who helped us celebrate this special day!
Today we introduce you to our second All Star of the year, Bobbie Williams! 🤩Bobbie is one of our outstanding staff members at Community Campus that provides programming for our Sioux Falls School District students ages 18-21.
Bobbie's co-worker Sarah nominated her and shared this about her "Bobbie has so much knowledge regarding transition and takes on many extra tasks willingly. She is always encouraging of others and leads our staff in teacher appreciation activities to celebrate our wonderful teachers at Community Campus. She is kind, caring and loves what she does for our students with disabilities. She has been a role model for new staff and always helps out (even without being asked), whether it's teaching a class or helping a co-worker problem-solve. She is welcoming to new staff and a true team player. The SFSD is so fortunate to have Bobbie on our team."
Thank you, Bobbie for being an integral part of our District! 🌟
October marks National Principals Month, which honors principals for their significant impact on the success and well-being of our nation’s students. We would like to take a moment to say THANK YOU to all Sioux Falls School District principals for being a guiding light in our schools!
Today marks the 23rd Annual Lights On Afterschool event! Launched over 20 years ago, Lights On Afterschool is the only nationwide event celebrating afterschool programs and their important role in the lives of children, families, and communities.
In honor of this event, Kids Inc. staff at all locations will be hosting celebrations throughout the next two weeks for students and families to participate in. Activities include talent shows, cookie decorating, pumpkin paintings, dance parties, art shows, scavenger hunts, and carnivals! These events are meant to bring awareness to the importance of quality after-school programs for kids.
Please help us say thank you to our Kids Inc. staff who play a MAJOR role in so many of our students' education journeys. We are incredibly thankful for each and every one of them for their dedication to the District and our students!
Our newest topic covered by the Avera Family Forum is Anxiety. Hear from experts, learn about available resources, and know that you are not alone. https://youtu.be/osKalwQ7SPI
If you could use a dose of sunshine today, here she is. Nancy Peter is a 3-sport athlete, an AP scholar, & participates in every club you can think of. But that's not why everyone at Jefferson High School loves her. https://youtu.be/WmPzsrNkpr8
JOIN US IN 15 MINUTES for our second Family Forum Series virtual webinar! Tonight's topic will focus on anxiety.
💻📱 Click this link to join ---> https://bit.ly/3TyJjen
Important note: If you choose to join using a mobile device like a tablet or smartphone, you will be prompted to download the Microsoft Teams App. The app requires you to type a name. You can use a first name, nickname, or a made-up name. The anonymous platform does NOT allow us to see user names. It only allows us to see the number of viewers.
In the first Spotlight episode of the 2022-2023 school year, Superintendent Stavem talks with Teacher on Special Assignment (TOSA) and Chairperson for the Office of Indian Education, Anna Brokenleg. https://www.sf.k12.sd.us/article/874585
Don't forget! 📣‼️
SFSD is hosting a Community Engagement Session TONIGHT at Cleveland Elementary and we want YOU there! The guided discussion will start at 6 pm and will last approximately 1.5 hours. During the session, you can expect to brainstorm ideas to help move SFSD forward in our quest to become the BEST in the nation! Join us to dream big about curriculum, transportation, activities, safety, along with a range of other topics.
Barren Yellow Bird is in his first, & last, year at Jefferson High School. In just a few short months he’s already left a huge impact on this school, & he still has 2/3 sports seasons to go. His future is as bright as he makes everyone around him feel. https://youtu.be/fR2ff_0jWwk
This October, we’re celebrating National Physical Therapy month to raise awareness about the many benefits of physical therapy – specifically how it helps students within the Sioux Falls School District! Our SFSD Physical Therapists are part of a team that helps support a student’s ability to access their educational environment. As movement specialists, they assist a student’s physical participation in a variety of settings throughout the school day. School PTs are an integral part of helping students have successful educational careers. Please help us thank all our incredible SFSD PTs!
A quick reminder that the second virtual forum in our new Family Forum Series - a new partnership between SFSD and Avera to help bring families and experts together on important topics - will be taking place this upcoming Tuesday, October 18 at 6 pm. This month's topic will be about Anxiety.
Find a link to the upcoming webinar here ---> https://www.sf.k12.sd.us/page/counseling-services
These virtual sessions on a pre-selected topic will be held the third Tuesday of each month at 6:00 pm through a secure webinar platform. Your anonymous participation provides a safe space to learn about the challenges facing today’s students and the resources available for help. The series does not offer personal medical advice, but rather general information to build a parent’s knowledge. Sessions, each approximately 40 minutes in length, will be recorded and posted on the same site for on-demand playback at your convenience.
The Sioux Falls School District "All Star" nominations have been rolling in! We've already surprised several SFSD All Stars with awards in just a few short weeks - with many more to come! We are excited to introduce you to them throughout the year!
You will begin to see a mix of both video and traditional All Star winners shared here. Previously known as "Staff Stars," we have combined the video series into an easier-to-understand and nominate format.
Meet the first All Star of the 2022-2023 school year, Jennifer Taylor, lead administrative assistant at Ben Reifel Middle School!
Meet her here ---> https://youtu.be/eRyPGkE7uWo
The Sioux Falls School District will be hosting a Community Engagement Session at Cleveland Elementary next Monday, October 17, at 6 pm and we want YOU there! The guided discussion will last about 1.5 hours and consists of brainstorming ideas to move SFSD forward in our quest to become the BEST in the nation! Join us to dream big about curriculum, transportation, activities, safety, along with a range of other topics.
We are honoring our child nutrition lunch professionals during National School Lunch Week!
These excellent individuals remain dedicated to serving students healthy meals each day! This year’s fun and creative campaign theme, “Peace, Love & School Lunch,” highlights the importance of having nutritious foods available daily in our Sioux Falls Public Schools. From preparing meals, distributing meals, and serving meals to creating relationships with students as they walk through the lunch line, our child nutrition professionals go above and beyond for our District.
Please help us thank them for their hard work and dedication to fueling healthy minds in the Sioux Falls School District!
Native American Day parade is about to begin! Watch live here: https://youtu.be/cjjxSYsI7NY
Happy Native American Day! We would love to have you join us at the 5th Annual Native American Day Parade, which starts at 11 am on 13th Street & Phillips Ave.
💻📱If you are unable to make it in-person, watch live here --->
https://youtu.be/cjjxSYsI7NY
