This week is National School Counseling Week and we are celebrating our school counselors' vital role in the Sioux Falls School District!
A school counselor's role goes far beyond simply providing academic guidance to students. These remarkable professionals are advocates, problem solvers, data keepers, and most importantly, champions for student success.
So during this special week Feb 3- 7 (and each and every day after that) we say THANK YOU to our counselors for shaping a bright future for our students where they feel empowered to learn, thrive, and grow. Every student deserves a school counselor like you!
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Tuesday, February 4th will mark the 100th day of school!
Save the date: Skate City School Skate Night
Thursday, February 27th
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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The Sioux Falls School District alongside our friends at Vern Eide Motorcars are pleased to announce there are 83 nominees for the 37th Annual Dr. John W. Harris Teacher of the Year award!
These exceptional educators were nominated by students, parents, and colleagues who recognize the incredible impact they have on our schools and community. From inspiring young minds to going above and beyond every day, these teachers embody what it means to make a difference.
A judging committee will meet next week to determine the finalists. Those finalists will be notified, and the 2025 Teacher of the Year will be announced on Monday, February 24th, 2025.
Please help us in congratulating these outstanding nominees for their dedication and passion!
See a more detailed list of the nominees here: https://www.sf.k12.sd.us/page/teacher-of-the-year-program
Greeting from Hawthorne 2nd grade teachers.
If you have a child in 2nd grade, please read our current newsletter. Ubuntu!
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Join Us for SFSD’s Community Learning Centers next Community Health & Wellness Fair!
The second Community Health & Wellness Fair is on Thursday, January 16th, at JFK Elementary School from 4:30–7 PM!
This FREE, family-friendly event has something for everyone:
+ Free vision, hearing, and health screenings
+ Over 50 community vendor booths
+ 30+ door prizes and giveaways
+ Interactive activities to keep the kids entertained
+ Berkes BBQ food truck on site
This event is a great opportunity to explore resources and connect with our community. Bring the whole family for an evening of fun and learning.
We hope to see you there!
Happy New Year from everybody at SFSD! Here's to another year of opportunities and possibilities. We are excited to welcome back students and staff TOMORROW, January 2nd, 2025! We can’t wait to see everyone!
There will be no school from Monday, December 23, 2024, through Wednesday, January 1, 2025. Classes will resume on Thursday, January 2, 2025. Wishing you a joyful and restful holiday season!
There will be no school from Monday, December 23rd, 2024, to Wednesday, January 2nd, 2025. We look forward to seeing you again on Thursday, January 3rd, 2025!
Hawthorne is very proud of all SFSD student achievements.
Please help us give a HUGE congratulations to Harvey Dunn fifth grader, London Evans, who had one of his sports drawings recently published in the latest edition of Sports Illustrated (Kid Edition)! His drawing features WNBA star, Napheesa Collier, of the Minnesota Lynx. Great job, London!
Hello Hawthorne Huskies: Just a reminder there is NO Harmony Thursday, December 12th THROUGH Friday, January 10th. Harmony will resume on Monday, January 13th. Please make sure to have alternate transportation plans in place for after school during this break.
Lincoln High School's Student Council is hosting its first-ever Winter Carnival
📍 Lincoln High School
🗓️ Saturday, December 14th | 1–3 PM
This free event is designed for elementary-aged students to enjoy holiday-themed activities, games, and crafts. Families are encouraged to bring an unwrapped toy to help spread some Christmas cheer to other students in need.
A big shout-out to our students for their commitment to being here every day!
In November, 121 students achieved perfect attendance, and 133 had outstanding attendance, missing fewer than two days. Great job!
Our daily attendance challenge with Laura B. Anderson Elementary is still going strong—let’s keep it up! Make sure your student is here every day at 7:40!
Looking ahead, we’re kicking off a 10-day attendance challenge from December 6 to December 20. Students with perfect attendance during this time will receive a special treat to take home on the 20th. Let’s finish 2024 strong! 🎉
Choose Well Wednesday
We’re excited to share that Hawthorne students are participating in the Choose Well Program with Mister Bown! Every Wednesday this engaging program focuses on teaching students the importance of making positive choices, building strong character, and developing lifelong skills for success. Through interactive activities and meaningful discussions, students are empowered to take responsibility for their actions and foster a supportive school community. We’re thrilled to see the impact of this program on our students!
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