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 November 18 from 4:15 - 5:15 p.m.
Elementary Christmas/Winter Concerts Kindergarten, 1st Grade, 2nd Grade - December 6 at 7pm 3rd Grade, 4th Grade - December 13 at 7pm Students are to arrive at 6:45pm Make plans to attend the entire concert as this values respect for all participants and the audience. Thank you.
We welcomed paraprofessional Miranda Kosmatka today. We look forward to having her on our team.
It was an outstanding day at Westside today. Ms. Karen Abaquita's class under the direction of Miss Z our music teacher sang at Tekakwitha Living Center and Edgewood. Our local Veterans from Legion Auxiliary and VFW visited all classrooms today for a learning opportunity about flag etiquette, veterans and respect for our country. Our day concluded by waving the flags as the convoy drove by. Thank you for your service! #PublicSchoolProudofOurVeterans
"In honor of Veterans Day, South Dakota public schools proudly recognize and support the brave men and women who have served in our armed forces. Their sacrifices and dedication have upheld the values and freedoms we cherish, and we are deeply grateful for their commitment to protecting our nation.
Our schools are committed to instilling respect and appreciation for veterans among our students, helping them understand the importance of service and dedication. We invite our community to join us in expressing heartfelt gratitude and respect for our veterans.
Thank you to all our veterans for your service and sacrifice."
#PublicSchoolProudofOurVeterans
THANK YOU to our school psychologists for the help and support you provide for our students!
Monthly Parent Advisory
November 25 at 11:30am
Mission, Vision, Values
School Goals/Initiatives
Parent Input/Q&A
Counselor Mrs. Ziemer celebrated her birthday this weekend. Ms. Joan's Junior Kindergarten created and left surprise birthday wishes in her office on Friday. We are thankful for the daily acts of kindness from caring students and staff at Westside.
Edgewood community visit today with 4th Grade!
A special shout out to our parents/guardians of this group of students. We hear every week how kind, caring and respectful they are. Thank you for raising them to be who they are. We all are daily amazed by them and are grateful for our time each day with them as a school family.
Memories made for preschool with their camping unit! Look at their smiles!
1st Quarter Attendance Awards awarded to 4th Grade for perfect (100%) and good attendance (95%). Congratulations to all and to our parents/guardians for placing the highest emphasis on your child's education while school is in session. Your support for your child at school on time, all day everyday ensures your child is provided the best opportunity to learn, grow and achieve. Thank you.
1st Quarter Attendance Awards awarded to 3rd Grade for perfect (100%) and good attendance (95%). Congratulations to all and to our parents/guardians for placing the highest emphasis on your child's education while school is in session. Your support for your child at school on time, all day everyday ensures your child is provided the best opportunity to learn, grow and achieve. Thank you.
1st Quarter Attendance Awards awarded to 2nd Grade for perfect (100%) and good attendance (95%). Congratulations to all and to our parents/guardian for placing the highest emphasis on your child's education while school is in session. Your support for your child at school on time, all day everyday ensures your child is provided the best opportunity to learn, grow and achieve. Thank you.
Calling ALL Parents/Guardians of Westside Students - Are you in regular communication with your child's teacher? Are you wondering how you can do this quickly from your phone/electronic device? Follow the directions from our school website and make sure the Apptegy App and 'Rooms' is set up for you. It is a communication program that provides a safe place for two way communication betwee the parent/guardian and the school.
Make plans this week to have this not only set up but make sure a message has been sent and a response received as well. Thank you
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1st Quarter Attendance Awards awarded today to 1st Grade for perfect (100%) and good attendance (95%). Congratulations to all and to our parents/guardian for placing the highest emphasis on your child's education while school is in session. Your support for your child at school on time, all day everyday ensures your child is provided the best opportunity to learn. Thank you.
1st Quarter Attendance Awards were awarded today to Preschool/Junior Kindergarten and Kindergarten for perfect attendance and good attendance (95%). Congratulations to all and to our parents/guardian for placing the highest emphasis on your child's education while school is in session. Your support for your child at school on time, all day everyday ensures your child is provided the best opportunity to learn.
Thank you.
Fourth Grade community visit to Edgewood today for Bingo. Thank you Counselor Ziemer for setting this up each week and.....today calling Bingo at Edgewood too!
Pizza Party for Preschool today. Congratulations to Ms. A's class for 20 perfect attendance days! On Time, All Day, for 20 Days!
Preschoolers said, 'Best Day Ever'!
Hayrides for our harvest celebration day. Shout out to drivers: Alan Schmidt, Samantha Stickland, blankets provided from Joani Carlson, hay bales from Nelson farms.
Pickup and trailer from Schmidt farms, pickup from Ron Moen and trailer from David Peterson. THANK YOU ALL!
Many smiles, songs and waves throughout the community!
Harvest Celebration Day is in action at Westside! Our staff have prepared special around the table meal celebrations for social interaction, activities and have also dressed alike with their students! It is a day we look forward to create unique memories for a lifetime.
