The Sequiota Scoop
A weekly glance at what's happening at Sequiota Elementary
January 26th, 2018
Sequiota Mission & Vision
Mission:
Our tribe inspires and challenges students to discover their unique and collective potential in a dynamic world!
Vision:
Teamwork: Be inclusive, Do your part
Respect: Celebrate differences
Innovate: Be Creative
Believe: In yourself
Engage: In the present, Prepare for the future
Consider nominating your child's teacher for Teacher of the Year!
Nominate a colleague for Teacher of the Year
Nominations are currently being accepted for the 2018-2019 Teacher of the Year. To nominate a teacher for this honor, simply complete the nomination form. To be eligible, the nominee must have four or more years of teaching experience with SPS. Learn more.
Addisen Milnes-Reflections Winner!
Very proud of our Sequiota Indians!
Olivia Friesen-Reflections Winner!
WHAT'S HAPPENING AT SEQUIOTA?
Monday, 29th:
- Happy Monday!
Tuesday, 30th:
- 4th Grade Field Trip!
- Happy Birthday Meagan V!
Wednesday, 31st:
- 9:30 am Celebration Assembly
Thursday, 1st:
- All Pro Dad Breakfast @ 7:30 a.m.
- Singsations
Friday, 2nd:
- Wear Sequiota Spirit Wear!
Congratulations Melba, Secretary-Power of 1 Recipient!
- Attendance
- Answering the door/buzzer
- Answering the phone
- Calling parents who have absent children
- Giving messages to teachers throughout the day
- Delivering lunch boxes, backpacks, projects and anything else that comes in!
- Ordering supplies
- Finances
- Scheduling facilities
- Entering work orders for the building
- Run Reports
- Report Cards
- Assisting Mrs. Magers or doing specific tasks
These are just a few of the things that Mrs. Melba does...we appreciate ALL you do for us Melba! Thank you for demonstrating the Power of 1!
Please watch FRIDAY folders for the two forms below on blue & yellow paper & return to school ASAP! You will need to complete the first form for each child in your family & return.
EXPLORE ENROLLMENT COMING SOON!!
Be sure to check your child's backpack for an Explore guide which highlights the 2018 summer learning experience offered by Springfield Public Schools. Explore 2018 is designed to provide students exciting opportunities to pursue their unique interests and passions. Each day will be packed with engaging, relevant and personal learning opportunities, enriched by integrated technology, exciting field experiences and hands-on activities, including free Artworks classes.
There will be two sessions of Explore. Session I could start as early as June 4. Session II will be held July 5-July 31.Free transportation will be offered for eligible students and free breakfast and lunch will be served daily at every school.
Students in grades 3 through 8 also have the option to enroll in free Artworks classes at two locations—Bingham Elementary School or Cowden Elementary School.
Elementary students will attend Explore classes Monday through Friday from 8:50 a.m. to 3:20 p.m. (except Pershing, 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.). Registration for elementary students begins Feb. 8.
Middle school students will attend Explore classes Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Registration for middle school students begins Feb. 7.
High school students may register for Explore classes beginning Feb. 5.
Register for Explore classes at explore.spsk12.org.FREE TUTORING OFFERED BELOW:
Ozarks First featured OTC’s SkillUP MO program. This tuition-free program is designed for individuals on SNAP, or Food Stamps. We are encouraging people to take advantage of this opportunity. The courses are between three to nine months and include: hemodialysis, medical assistant and pharmacy technician, and technical courses like welding technician, industrial maintenance, and framing and finishing.
https://news.otc.edu/otc-partners-mcca-department-social-services-help-low-income-missourians/
OTC partners with MCCA and Department of Social Services ...
Those who qualify for the program will have the opportunity to enroll for free in college training and certificate courses at OTC.
Sequiota Valentine Day Party!
Date of the Valentine Party: Friday, February 9th in the Sequiota Gym.
Schedule for the Valentine Party (Parties will run during Specialty Classes (Art, Music, P.E., etc.)
Kindergarten: 12:30 – 1:30
1st Grade: 1:30 – 2:30
2nd Grade: 11:00 – 12:00
3rd Grade: 2:30 – 3:30
4th Grade: 10:00 – 11:00
5th Grade: 9:00 – 10:00
If you would like to find out more information about how to donate supplies, here is the link to sign up for those specific needs: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0c4dada92aabfc1-sequiota4
We would love your help with this special day!
Supplemental donation items that we could use for the Valentine Party:
Boom Chicka Pop Sea Salt Popcorn or Skinny Pop Popcorn (both of these items can be purchased at Sam’s or Walmart)
Domino’s Gift card(s) (to help supplement the cost of the pizza)
Packages of Nabisco Oreo Sandwich Cookies (traditional chocolate and white cookie)
Plates (winter theme such as snowman or red in color).
Napkins (winter theme such as snowman or red in color)
**Note: For allergies, we will be providing options for these students.
We would love for you to come and volunteer to help during the party! It should be a super fun day! Here is the link to sign up to volunteer: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0c4dada92aabfc1-sequiota5
**If the schedule is full, please plan to come anyway to enjoy the day with your student and help out!
Please let us know if you have any questions or need clarification about anything. We are excited about the parties
this year and know that we could not do it without your support! Thank you!
Questions or Comments: Stephanie Rhoads (ascmrhoads@gmail.com, 417.766.3904)
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Sequiota Elementary
Sequiota is a hidden treasure on the southeast side of Springfield! Over the last 50 years, Sequiota has changed in appearance but the values remain the same. We recently gathered to celebrate 50 years of education, success, community and family! Sequiota is a school where students come first and are at the heart of every decision made. Sequiota is home to some of the BEST families in Springfield! Sequiota would not have the ability to do all that it does without the support of our PTA. The Sequiota PTA truly has the students best interest at heart and serves as a huge foundation of Sequiota Elementary School. If you are looking for a school with a small community feel, you have come to the right place. At Sequiota, we are not just a school, we are a family that supports one another and collaborates to provide the BEST education possible for our students.
Email: clmagers@spsmail.org
Website: http://sequiota.spsk12.org/pages/Sequiota
Location: 3414 South Mentor Avenue, Springfield, MO, United States
Phone: 417-523-5400
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SequiotaPTA?ref=bookmarks
Twitter: @SequiotaIndians