Celebration of 100 days today!
Mrs. Amy Currence - Wells Fargo Bank read to Mrs. Nelson's class today. The story and discussion was about saving money.
Thank you Mrs. Currence for your visit today, we look forward to seeing you soon.
Caregiver Resource from Amplify: https://amplify.com/caregiver-hub/amplify-ckla/
What is Amplify CKLA?
Amplify Core Knowledge Language Arts (CKLA) is a language arts program for Grades PreK–5 that combines a multi-sensory approach to phonics with rich texts carefully sequenced to build content knowledge—so that students learn to read and read to learn at the same time.
Every day in Grades PreK–2, students complete one full lesson that builds foundational reading skills, as well as one full lesson that builds background knowledge. In Grades 3–5, students start to master the skills of reading, further opening up their worlds.
How you can support your student at home:
If possible, read with your student daily; even 15 minutes of reading together each day can create a huge impact.
You can read sections of the text aloud together. If your student struggles, you might try reading the text to them with expression, and then have them read it aloud back to you.
For additional practice, watch the recorded read-alouds with your K–2 student or have your Grade 3–5 student use the Vocab App.
Find moments to discuss what they are reading and discovering. Examples of questions you could ask: What stood out to you from what you read today? Were any sentences or words confusing? What was your takeaway from the author’s passage? What do you think the writer was trying to communicate? Do you agree with the writer’s ideas or descriptions? What connections can you make between what you are reading and your own life or other issues?
Any questions about your child's literacy progress, please contact your child's teacher:
https://www.sisseton.k12.sd.us/o/ses/staff
The Sisseton School District Native American Parent Committee meeting will be held Wednesday, February 12, from 4:30 - 5:00 p.m. in the Sisseton HS/MS Multipurpose Room.
Preschool had a BIG day today. They celebrated 50 perfect attendance days and.....they brought a Happy Birthday sign, sang, shared donuts and said Hip, Hip, Hooray to Secretary Sarah for her birthday today!
This is an outstanding group we are thankful for each day.🥰
Flu and Cold Season Reminders from the School Nurse.
Congratulations to the Kinder than Necessary students that won a tshirt from first semester.
We get to celebrate students 'noticed' for showing kindness for others above and beyond the expectation each day.
Parents/Guardians: Are you interested in learning more on 'The Science of Reading' plan to attend this lunch and learn session. Monday, January 27 11:30-12:30 If unable to attend onsite - email: april.moen@k12.sd.us for a link to join the session.
Daily we get to celebrate our students at Westside. It is rewarding to see students at school on time each day to be well prepared for learning. The hallways and classrooms are filled with smiles, hugs, and greetings shared with great care. The staff at Westside have created a culture for safety and learning the students rise to the expectation each day. Thank you to all for giving your very best for our students to grow, learn and achieve each day.
3rd and 4th grade students honored last week for 2nd Quarter Perfect (100%) and Good (95%) Attendance. Congratulations to our students/parents/guardians and family caretakers for making attendance at school a priority. Students at school on time, all day everyday builds strong habits now and for the future. Thank you for giving your best for your children to be their best.
Schedule Update - Tonight's South Dakota Parent Connection meeting on Autism and Related Disorders session has been canceled. Please join us for next month's meeting on February 24.
Due to predicted weather conditions, Sisseton Public Schools will start at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 21, 2025. Breakfast will not be served.
The Kindergartners learned the Dakota word for Buffalo (Tatanka) in Miss Jaime and Mrs. V's class during morning meeting last week. Thank you Jess Zephier and Jianna Wolf (JOM staff) for sharing with our students today.
Pre/JK/Kgn/1st/2nd grade students honored this week for 2nd Quarter Perfect (100%) and Good (95%) Attendance. Congratulations to our students/parents/guardians and family caretakers for making attendance at school a priority. Students at school on time, all day everyday builds strong habits now and for the future. Thank you for giving your best for your children to be their best.
The Kindergartners learned the Dakota word for Buffalo (Tatanka) in Ms. Augienel’s and Ms. Leika's class this morning during morning meeting! Thank you Jess Zephier and Jianna Wolf (JOM staff) for sharing with our students today.
*No School, Monday, January 20, 2025*
Staff Professional Development Day
❄️ Brrrr....Colder weather is in the forecast. ❄️
Please make sure your student is dressed appropriately for winter weather. Students riding the bus need to wear appropriate clothing for the weather conditions, such as long pants and a coat.
Learning is cool, but we want our students to stay warm!
January 20 update: Due to weather conditions, this meeting has been canceled.
Save the Dates: Join the Sisseton Special Education Department for sessions presented by the South Dakota Parent Connection on Autism and Related Disorders. The sessions will be live-streamed in the Sisseton School District Multipurpose Room. All are welcome to attend. The next session is January 20 from 4:15 - 5:15 p.m.
Happy New Year 2025 - Welcome Back!
We are having a great day back together with our Westside W.A.V.E. Learners!
ATTENDANCE MATTERS - Thank you for making sure your child is at school ON TIME and in school ALL DAY 8:20am - 3:20pm.
MORNING DROP OFF - Thank you in advance for following ALL Crossing Guard Guidance for SAFETY of and for our children. SLOW and SURE in ALL school zones.
Please pull all the way forward - whether someone is in front of you or not and then we get our 'steps' in (health opportunity for our kids) others will soon be behind you. We are here to look out for the safety of all at all times.
END OF DAY - Pick up line begins to move by 3:23pm . ALL vehicles in the pick up line have priority for pick up. If there is a change for end of day-please keep to a minimum - our learners crave consistency and thrive with what is consistent. Changes must be called in by 2:30pm (605) 698-7613 ext. 4100. Please do not walk across the crosswalk when the pick up line is moving as this 'stops' the pick up process and slows the pick up line. Always Safe.
Parents/Guardians of Students - make sure you are connected with Rooms to communicate with your child's teacher.
https://www.sisseton.k12.sd.us/o/ssd/page/rooms
or email your child's teacher:
https://www.sisseton.k12.sd.us/o/ses/staff
Email: sissetonelemoffice@k12.sd.us or call (605) 698-7613 ext. 4100 for any school related questions.
We are here to work together with you for your child to be Well Prepared. Always Safe. Value Respect and Eager to Learn!
Thank you for all you do to give the very best for your child each day!
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