News and events 10/27
Thursday, October 27, 2022
No Costumes on Monday 10/31
Just a reminder that costumes are not allowed at school on Monday, October 31. In fact, Monday will be a normal instructional day at Sand Creek. Likewise, please do not let your child bring candy to school next week for snack, as it does not align to our district's Wellness Policy. Thank you!
Fall Fundraiser Ends
IMPORTANT Update
Fundraiser money is due tomorrow, Friday October 28th!
URGENT: We are still short the money due for 195 boxes. At $60 per box, it means we are still missing about $11,700. We need all money turned in TOMORROW, and remember, open boxes and/or leftover candy bars CANNOT be returned. Families are financially responsible for all boxes in their possession, and we need to see 100% of those funds returned to school tomorrow. Thank you!
Cooler Weather
Please make sure your Stars are coming to school with the appropriate gear for our often windy and chilly Fall recess times. Many students report that they are cold with just their sweatshirts. This includes hats, gloves/mittens, and warm jackets. Once the snow flies, it will include snow pants and snow boots.
Tardy Letters
Tardy letters were sent out this week to the families of students with more than 6 tardies already this school year. A student is considered tardy if they are not in their classrooms by 9:15. The school doors open at 9 a.m., with breakfast eaters able to enter Door 2 & 5 at 8:50 a.m. Reach out to the front office if you have questions or if there is a way we can support your family in getting your Sand Creek Stars to class on time.
EL Family Breakfast
On Wednesday, Oct. 26 we had many of our English Learner families come to Sand Creek for a breakfast. Thank you to all of our EL students & families for coming to that event, and a special shoutout to Mrs. Cheng, Mrs. Stalberger, Mrs. Cazeao, and Mr. Olson (our EL teachers) for planning and coordinating such a great time for our EL families.
Fire Prevention Poster Contest
Our 4th & 5th graders need to have their FIRE PREVENTION POSTERS turned into the office by tomorrow, Friday, October 28th. The Coon Rapids Fire Department will be picking them up and deciding on a winner next week. The winner from each school will be picked up on November 29th, IN A FIRE TRUCK, and taken to the fire station for a pizza party with the other winners. Which of our Sand Creek 4th or 5th Grade Stars will it be??!
Kindness Poster Contest
The district's annual KINDNESS POSTER CONTEST ends soon! Please encourage your students to get creative and design a poster around the theme, "There is POWER in Kindness". Posters need to be turned into the office by November 1st, which is next Tuesday. The winners from each grade will go on to participate in the district-wide competition. Sand Creek has had several winners at the district level, let's continue that tradition! Be sure to remind your child of rules and expectations for each poster, as explained in the flyer that went home. Good luck to all our Stars!
Lifetouch Picture Retakes on Nov. 15
If your student needs a picture retaken or missed pictures the first time around, Lifetouch will be here on Tuesday, November 15th. Envelopes will be handed out in the classrooms. Please make sure to reach out to your students teacher prior to the date if you need one.
Sand Creek Parent Handbook
Here is a copy of our Sand Creek Parent/Student Handbook for 2022-23. It contains a ton of helpful information, links, and contact info for your convenience.
Pay for School Activities, Fees, and Lunches Online Through SchoolPay
Paying for school related fees and activities is easy and convenient! Use SchoolPay to pay for your student field trips, activity fees and lunches.
Volunteer Corner
Please visit the links below to learn more about volunteering at Sand Creek and to submit an application to volunteer at school if/when the need arises this year. You can complete this now to avoid any delays in processing your application.
Dates To Remember
10/28 - Fall Fundraiser Money Due
10/28 - 4th/5th Gr. Fire Prevention Posters Due
11/1 - Kindness Posters Due
11/8 - NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS, Staff Development Day
11/15 - Lifetouch School Picture Retake Day (Also for any students that missed picture day in Sept.)
11/15 - PTO Meeting, 6:30 - 8pm
11/23, 24, & 25 - NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS & STAFF, Thanksgiving Break
11/29 - *Title I Math Night, 5 - 6:30pm (*For families with students who receive Title service.)
12/1 - End of Trimester 1
12/2 - NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS, Staff Planning
12/5 - NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS, Staff Development
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