Bridges Elementary Newsletter
March 2017
Bridges Elementary
Attendance Line: 608-643-1847
Fax: 608 643-1849
Email: questions@saukprairieschools.org
Website: saukprairieschools.org
Location: 1200 Broadway St, Prairie du Sac, WI, United States
Phone: 608-643-1800
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BridgesElem/
FROM THE PRINCIPAL'S DESK
Dear Bridges Families and Guardians,
One of my favorite things I notice at Bridges is the positive language I have observed our staff using with our students. Our words, tone of voice, and pacing are the most powerful tools we have to help our students learn and feel connected. Reinforcing, reminding, and redirecting are all part of our classroom language. We reinforce by building on our students' strengths rather than their weaknesses, and we try to be specific with our comments. We remind students to make good choices for themselves to help them stay on task, be organized, be responsible and be safe. Finally, we redirect students to remember for themselves what they should be doing. This shows faith in their competence and builds their inner wealth.
Third quarter ends on March 24th, right before heading into Spring Break. Spring means longer days and hopefully more consistent weather! Boys and girls will also want more time to play outside. Some children may need extra help keeping up with their reading, practicing math skills and other projects that come up while enjoying the spring opportunities. Your help is very much appreciated in helping your child keep that focus. As always, we want to help as well! Please know that we will continue to encourage your child to do their best, to stay engaged, and to have fun in the learning process. Contact your child’s teacher for any questions or concerns you may have.
Lastly, please take time to fill out our yearly Parent Survey. It can be found at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdjdKArSEZ2MQc9fdBo_lVXUqzlIggkWhDLuW6Fkt9nJqyxgw/viewformhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdjdKArSEZ2MQc9fdBo_lVXUqzlIggkWhDLuW6Fkt9nJqyxgw/viewform and will be open until Friday, March 3rd. Your thoughts and feedback are so very appreciated.
We have a beautiful community that continues to foster a healthy school climate each and everyday. I want to thank all of our families for your continued support and partnership with Bridges and the Sauk Prairie School District. Together we are creating an optimal learning environment for our children. As a community we have much to be proud of.
Happy Spring!
Chanda Kulow
Principal of Bridges Elementary School____________________________________________________________________________
DEL ESCRITORIO DEL DIRECTOR Estimadas Familias y Guardianes de Bridges, Una de mis cosas favoritas que note en Bridges es el lenguaje positivo que yo he observado usa nuestro personal con nuestros estudiantes. Nuestras palabras, tono de voz, y pasos son las herramientas más poderosas que tenemos para ayudar a los estudiantes aprender y sentirse conectados. Reforzar, recordar y volver a dirigir son todas las partes del lenguaje del salón de clases. Nosotros reforzamos al crear en nuestros estudiantes fortalezas en lugar de sus debilidades, y nosotros debemos tratar de ser específicos con nuestros comentarios. Nosotros le recordamos a los estudiantes que realicen buenas decisiones para ayudarse a estar enfocados en la tarea, ser organizados, ser responsables y tener seguridad. Finalmente, nosotros volvemos a dirigir a los estudiantes para recordarles que es lo que deben estar haciendo. Esto demuestra fe en su aptitud y construye su bienestar interno. El tercer cuarto termina el 24 de marzo, antes de salir a las vacaciones de la primavera. La primavera significa días más largos y esperamos tener un clima más consistente. Los niños y niñas tendrán también más tiempo para jugar afuera. Algunos niños necesitan más ayuda manteniéndose al corriente con su su lectura, practicando sus habilidades de matemáticas y otros proyectos que salgan mientras disfrutan las oportunidades de la primavera. Su ayuda es muy apreciada para ayudar a su hijo (a) a que se mantenga enfocado. Como siempre, nosotros queremos ayudar también. Por favor sepa que nosotros continuaremos motivando a su hijo (a) a realizar su mejor esfuerzo, a estar involucrado y a divertirse en el proceso del aprendizaje. Llame al maestro de su hijo (a) por cualquier pregunta o preocupación que Ud. tenga. Por último, por favor tome tiempo para llenar nuestro cuestionario para los padres. Este puede ser encontrado en https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdjdKArSEZ2MQc9fdBo_lVXUqzlIggkWhDLuW6Fkt9nJqyxgw/viewformhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdjdKArSEZ2MQc9fdBo_lVXUqzlIggkWhDLuW6Fkt9nJqyxgw/viewform y va estar abierto hasta el viernes, 3 de marzo. Sus pensamientos y retroalimentación son muy apreciados. Nosotros tenemos una comunidad muy bonita que continúa promoviendo un clima saludable en la escuela cada día. Yo quiero agradecer a todas nuestras familias por su apoyo continuo y sociedad con Bridges y el Distrito Escolar de Sauk Prairie. Juntos nosotros vamos a crear un ambiente de aprendizaje óptimo para nuestros niños. Como una comunidad nosotros tenemos mucho de que estar orgullosos. ¡Feliz primavera! Chanda Kulow
SAUK PRAIRIE SCHOOL DISTRICT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL COUNSELING PROGRAM
Anne Uphoff,
Bridges School Counselor - (608) 643-1842
Dear Spruce St. Parents/Guardians,
Beginning in early March, I will be starting Personal Safety in 5K-2nd grade classrooms. The TWO THEMES that will be stressed are:
2. We can talk to an adult we trust about anything.
The following concepts are introduced and developed as appropriate for each grade level:
2. Identifying people with whom they feel safe and whom they trust.
3. Identifying where they feel safe and places they could go for help.
4. Learning how to act safely and with respect toward others.
(This will reinforce the points we discussed in “Above The Line” about making good choices, as well as safe touch/not safe touch/confusing touch. We also reinforce how to calm down if they are worried.)
5. Learning TWO SAFETY RULES:
- Parents/adults must know where their child/ren are located.
- Parents/adults must know who is with their child/ren.
6. Learning about the THREE SAFE ACTIONS:
- Say, “No! I’ll tell!” in a big voice.
- Go away to a safe place.
- Tell a grown up you trust, who can help you.
Below, I have written some Personal Safety suggestions that you can go over with your child/ren. If you have questions about this unit, or would like to preview the videos, please contact me to make arrangements. As always, if you have any questions regarding this unit, please contact me at 643-18142, e-mail me at anne.uphoff@saukprairieschools.org, stop by my office or send me a note. Thank you.
More information about child safety may be obtained from:
Sauk County Human Services (608) 355-4200
Dane County Human Services (608) 242-6200
Columbia County Human Services (608) 742-9227
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ESCUELA PRIMARIA DEL DISTRITO ESCOLAR DE SAUK PRAIRIE
PROGRAMA DE LOS CONSEJEROS
Anne Uphoff,
Consejera de la Escuela Bridges - (608) 643-1842
Estimados Padres/Guardianes,
Comenzando a principios de marzo, yo voy a empezar la Seguridad Personal en los salones de clase de 5K-2 grado. Los DOS TEMAS en los que pondremos énfasis serán:
1. Nosotros tenemos todo el derecho de sentirnos seguros todo el tiempo
2. Nosotros podemos hablar con un adulto en el que confiemos acerca de todo
Los siguientes conceptos serán presentados y desarrollados de manera apropiada para cada nivel de grado:
1. Entender el significado de sentirse seguro (Esto incluye mantener nuestro cuerpo y “partes privadas” seguras.)
2. Identificar personas con quien se sienten seguros y en quien confían.
3. Identificar donde se sienten seguros y los lugares donde pueden ir a solicitar ayuda.
4. Aprender como actuar de manera segura y con respeto hacia otros.
(Esto reforzará los puntos que nosotros discutimos en “ arriba de la línea” acerca de realizar buenas decisiones, así como que significa que te toquen con seguridad/tocarlos sin seguridad/que te toquen de manera confusa. Nosotros también reforzaremos como se pueden calmar cuando están preocupados.)
5. Aprender DOS REGLAS DE SEGURIDAD:
Los Padres/Adultos deben saber dónde están sus hijos.
Los Padres/Adultos deben saber quien esta con su (s) hijo (a) (s).
6. Aprender sobre TRES ACCIONES SEGURAS:
Decir, “¡No! Yo lo voy a contar” con voz alta.
Irse hacia un lugar seguro.
Contarle a un grupo en quien confían, quien lo puede ayudar.
Abajo, yo he escrito algunas sugerencias de Seguridad Personal sobre las que Ud. puede platicar con su hijo (a). Si Ud. tiene preguntas sobre esta unidad, o le gustaría ver los videos por anticipado, por favor marqueme para hacer arreglos. Como siempre, si Ud. tiene preguntas respecto a esta unidad, por favor llameme al 643-18142, o envieme un correo electrónico a anne.uphoff@saukprairieschools.org, venga a mi oficina o envieme una nota. Gracias.
Más información acerca de la seguridad para su hijo (a) puede ser obtenida de:
Servicios Humanos del Condado de Sauk (608) 355-4200
Servicios Humanos del Condado de Dane (608) 242-6200
Servicios Humanos del Condado de Columbia (608) 742-9227
Personal Safety Suggestions
Teach your child:
- They should always tell you where they are, who they are with and when they will be home.
- Their full name, address and phone number, including area code.
- How to make a long-distance call, both by dialing directly to you and by dialing 911. (Make sure they know to push the green button for “send” on cell phones.)
- That they must not talk to or listen to strangers. (Discuss going to trusted people or the police for help, etc.).
- That they should tell you if they are uncomfortable or confused by something someone does, even if it is a relative or family friend.
- To tell you when any adult asks them to keep a secret.
- To never admit to anyone over the phone, on the computer, or at the door, that they are home alone.
As a parent, you should:
- Do not put your child’s name on articles where it is in “plain view,” such as written large on a backpack. Children are more likely to go with someone if they call them by their name.
- Listen when your child tells you he/she does not want to be with someone; find out why he/she wants to avoid that person.
- Encourage open communication. Never belittle any fear your child may have.
- Have your child’s fingerprints taken; keep them in a safe place. Take a photo of your child every year.
- Have a set plan with your child outlining what he/she should do if he/she becomes separated from you away from home.
- Notice when someone shows your child a great deal of attention; find out why.
- Repeat simple safety guidelines often, “In our family, we don’t keep secrets about touching.” “You can talk to me about anything.” “We don’t keep secrets that hurt ourselves or others.”
- Be involved in your child’s activities.
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SUGERENCIAS DE SEGURIDAD PERSONAL Enséñele a su hijo (a): Ellos siempre deben decirle dónde están, con quién están y cuando van a regresar a la casa. Su nombre completo, dirección y número de teléfono, incluyendo el código del área. Cómo realizar una llamada de larga distancia, ambos marcando directamente a Ud. o marcando al 911. (Asegúrese que sepan cómo apretar el botón verde para “enviar” en los teléfonos celulares.) Que ellos no pueden hablar o escuchar a la gente extraña. (Discutir que deben ir con personas en quien confíen o la policía para pedir ayuda, etc.). Que ellos le deben decir si se sienten incómodos o confundidos por algo que alguien hizo, aún si es un pariente o amigo de la familia. Que le digan cuando cualquier adulto le pide que guarden un secreto/ Que nunca le admitan a nadie por el teléfono, o en la computadora, o en la puerta, que están solos en su casa. Como padre, Ud. debe: No ponga el nombre de su hijo (a) en artículos que están a “plena vista” como escribir con letras grandes en la mochila. Es más probable que un niño se vaya con alguien si los llaman por su primer nombre. Escuchar cuando su hijo (a) le dice que él/ella no quiere estar con alguien; encuentre porque está evitando a esa persona. Motivar a la comunicación abierta. Nunca le quiete importanci al temor que su hijo (a) tiene. Haga que le tomen las huella digitales a su hijo (a); guardelas en un lugar seguro. Tome una foto de su hijo (a) cada ano. Tenga un plan establecido con su hijo (a) sobre lo que él/ella debe hacer en caso que sea separado de Ud. lejos de la casa. Note cuando alguien le demuestra mucha atención a su hijo (a); encuentre el porqué. Repita las guías de seguridad frecuentemente, “En nuestra familia, nosotros no mantenemos secretos sobre si alguien te toca.” “Tu puede hablar conmigo sobre todo.” “ Nosotros no mantenemos secretos que nos lastiman a nosotros o a otros.” Involúcrese en las actividades de su hijo (a). Si Ud. tiene alguna pregunta o sospecha, hable con un profesional -un consejero de la escuela o psicólogo, director, enfermera/doctor o servicios sociales del condado. Sus preocupaciones serán manejadas de una manera comprensiva y confidencial.
Upcoming Opportunities for Community Members from 6:8
1. FILE YOUR PAPER PILE - ORGANIZING PAPER WORKSHOP
Tues., April 11 8:05 - 9:30 AM or 6:30 - 8:00 at the SP School District Board Room (FREE childcare for the first 10 children registered).
Bring in a paper pile from home and file it on the spot. You will receive all the materials necessary to start your personalized organization system! (File box, file folders, personalized labels, highlighters, sticky notes, etc.)
Cost: $5 (scholarships available).
2. TO YOUR CREDIT - CHARGE IT RIGHT
Tues. April 4, 6:30 - 8:00 PM at Sauk City Library
Learn about credit cards: how to avoid paying interest, how they work and what to do if one is lost or stolen. Also learn about how credit works.
Cost: FREE (BONUS - Get entered to win $50 towards a credit card payment.)
Register online at: http://www.makingservicepersonal.org/learningforlife OR Call/Text John at 608-658-4700
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Próximas oportunidades para los miembros de la comunidad de 6:8
1. ARCHIVE SU MONTÓN DE PAPELES- TALLER DE ORGANIZACIÓN DE SUS PAPELES
Martes., 11 de abril 8:05 - 9:30 AM o 6:30 - 8:00 en el salón del Consejo del Distrito Escolar de the SP (Guardería GRATIS para los primeros 10 niños registrados).
raiga su montón de papeles de su casa y archívelos allí mismo. ¡Ud. recibirá todos los materiales necesarios para comenzar su sistema de organización personalizado! (caja de archivo, folder de archivos, etiquetas personalizadas, marcador fluorescente, notas adhesivas, etc.)
Costo: $5 (becas disponibles).
2. PARA SU CRÉDITO - CARGUE DE MANERA CORRECTA
Martes 4 de abril, 6:30 - 8:00 PM en la Biblioteca de Sauk City
Aprenda sobre las tarjetas de crédito: cómo puede evitar pagar intereses, como funcionan y qué hacer si se le pierde o es robada. También aprenderán cómo funciona el crédito.
Costo: GRATIS (BONO - Entre para ganar $50 hacia el pago de una tarjeta de crédito.)
Regístrese electrónicamente en: http://www.makingservicepersonal.org/learningforlife O Llame/Texto a John al 608-658-4700
1st Grade Music "Informance" Night!
Tuesday, March 7 in the Bridges Elementary Gym
Schedule:
5:30pm - 6:00pm: Berahn, Moseman, Volp
6:30pm - 7:00pm: Brings & Larson, Moher & Sailing
GSPIE Meeting
Monday, March 13, 6:15pm at Bridges Elementary
Early Dismissal
Wednesday, March 15
Elementary @1:30pm
MS & HS @ 1:50pm
*No K4 or PM Early Childhood
School Board Meetings
Monday, March 13 , 7:00pm
Location: District Office
Monday, March 27 , 7:00pm
Location: District Office
End of Quarter 3 - Last Day of School Before Spring Break
Friday, March 24
NO SCHOOL - SPRING BREAK
Monday, March 27 - Friday, March 31
Return from Spring Break:
Monday, April 3
2nd Grade Spring Concert
Tuesday, April 18 - Watch for more information coming home
Please go to http://www.saukprairieschools.org/district/HR/2016-17%20calendar%20final.pdf to see all important dates such as early release dates, school start and dismissal times, etc.
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MARQUE SU CALENDARIO:
Noche del 1er Grado de Música “Información”
Martes, 7 de marzo en el Gimnasio de la escuela primaria de Bridges
Programa:
5:30 pm - 6:00 pm; Berahn, Moseman, Volp
6:30 pm - 7:00 pm: Brings & Larson, Moher & Sailing
Junta GSPIE
Lunes, 13 de marzo, 6:15 en Primaria de Bridges
Salida temprano
Miercoles, 15 de Marzo
Primaria 1:30 pm
MS & HS 1:50 pm
No habrá 4K o Educación temprana
Junta del Consejo Escolar
Lunes, 13 de marzo, 7:00 pm
Locación: Oficina del distrito
Lunes, 27 de marzo, 7:00 pm
Locación: Oficina del distrito
Final del tercer Cuarto: Último día de escuela antes de las vacaciones de la primavera
Viernes, 24 de marzo
NO HABRÁ ESCUELA
Lunes 27 de marzo - Viernes 31 de marzo
Regreso de las vacaciones de la primavera
Lunes, 3 de abril
Concierto de Primavera del 2 grado
Martes, 18 de abril- Más información será enviada a la casa
READ ACROSS AMERICA WEEK
Dr. Seuss' Birthday is Thursday, March 2nd!
MONDAY: Lorax Day (wear a mustache)
TUESDAY: Fox in Socks Day (wear silly socks)
WEDNESDAY: Wacky Wednesday (dress "wacky")
THURSDAY: Cat in the Hat (wear your favorite hat)
FRIDAY: Dress up like a favorite Dr. Seuss Character
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SAFE ARRIVAL / ATTENDANCE
If your child is late to school or will be leaving early, it is necessary for you to come to the office to sign your child in/out for the day. Also if your child arrives at school after the bell has rung, please bring them to the office through the front doors of the school.
BRIDGES PHOTO GALLERY
Bee Lunch
Kindergarten Bee Lunch
First Grade Bee Lunch
Second Grade Bee Lunch
How long is a Brachiosaurus?
Is that a Baby Kangaroo in Mrs. Sprecher's 2nd Grade Classroom?
2nd Annual March Madness Book Tournament
Mystery Readers
Kindergarten Field Trip to Aldo Leopold
Valentine's Day and 100th Day of School Celebrations
4 YEAR OLD KINDERGARTEN PROGRAM
To REGISTER for the 4K program, complete the necessary forms by either:
- Visiting the district web-site, printing the required forms and submitting them to the district office. Go to http://www.saukprairieschools.org/families/4-year-old-kindergarten.cfm and then look to the right side of the page and scroll down to Forms (print from here). View additional info regarding the 4K program under Information. The forms need to be returned to the district office by February 10th.
- Stopping in at the district office and picking up a 4K packet. Office hours are 7:30am - 4:00pm.
- Calling Cathy Stowers at 643-5585 to request that a packet be send to you.
You will also:
- Complete the mandatory Annual Online Registration which begins July 22. (You may choose an optional in-person registration event on August 1st if you need assistance with the Annual Online registration process. This will be held at Bridges Elementary from 5:00pm - 7:00pm).
The 4K attendance calendar follows the school district calendar. Attendance in the 4K program is not mandatory. Your child may not attend 4K more than one year.
If you have further questions, please contact Jeff Wright at 643-5590 or Cathy Stowers at 643-5585.
2017 SUMMER SCHOOL
Semester 1 - June 26 - July 20 (no classes July 4)
Term 3 - July 24 - August 4.
The summer class catalog will be distributed to 4K-5 students the week before Spring Break. You can also find it online; pick one up in any school office or at the Community Center.
Families should always keep their family information in Family Access up to date. If you do not know your login or password, email Jane.wood@saukprairieschools.org or call the Community Center.
Beginning March 20, you may log on to Family Access and open the SUMMER SCHOOL tab to complete forms to request rural bus services, put a hold on your Food Service Account for summer, or inform us that you do not wish for your child's picture to be used in school publications.
Arena Scheduling (registering for classes) begins online Thursday, April 6 at 6 pm and will close on Thursday, May 11 at 10 pm through Family Access.
Open Lab - Thursday, April 6 from 6 - 8 pm at Sauk Prairie High School, Room 18.
Watch our website for updated information.
If you have questions, stop by the Community Center, or call 643-8386, or email community.center@saukprairieschools.org
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Escuela de verano 2017
Semestre 1-Junio 26-Julio 20 (no habrá clases el 4 de julio).
Termino 3- 24 de julio - 4 de agosto
El catálogo de las clases de verano será distribuido para los estudiantes de 4K-5 grado la seman anterior a las vacaciones de primavera. Ud. también puede encontrarlo electrónicamente, pasar por uno a la oficina de la escuela o en el Centro Comunitario.
Las familias siempre deben mantener la información de su familia actualizada. Si Ud. no conoce su clave de usuario y contraseña, por favor envíe un correo electrónico a Jane.wood@saukprairieschools.org o llame al Centro Comunitario.
Comenzando el 20 de marzo, Ud, podrá entrar a su acceso familiar y abrir en SUMMER SCHOOL (ESCUELA DE VERANO) para completar las formas para la solicitud de los servicios del autobús, revisar la cuenta del Servicio de Comida para el verano, o informarnos que Ud. no desea que la foto de su hijo (a) sea usada en las publicaciones de la escuela.
Ud. podra programar las clases electrónicamente (registrarse a las clases) a partir del jueves, 6 de abril a las 6pm y esto cerrará el jueves, 11 de mayo a las 10 pm a través de su Acceso familiar.
Laboratorio de computación: jueves, 6 de abril de 6 -8 pm en la Escuela Preparatoria de Sauk Prairie, en el salon 18.
Busque en nuestro sitio de internet para información más actualizada.
Si Ud. tiene preguntas, por favor visite el Centro Comunitario, o llame al 643-8386, o por correo electronico en community.center@saukprairieschools.org
DOES YOUR CHILD HAVE AN EXTRA SET OF CLOTHES AT SCHOOL?
If your child has any clothing from the school please wash and send back to school the next day. We are completely out of boy's pants and underwear. Any donations would be appreciated.
SCHOOL CLOSINGS/EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
School closings will be announced as early as possible via Skylert to families and staff members, posted on the District’s webpage, and on local television and radio stations. Information will also be available by calling the school closing line at 643-5990 #2 for a recorded announcement.
WISC Channel 3
WKOW Channel 27
WMTV Channel 15
- 1400 AM; 104.9 FM; 102.9 FM
The local police department and bus contractor may be involved in the decision to close. Principals will also be involved in decisions to dismiss school early for emergency reasons. In the absence of the Superintendent, the decision to close school will be made by the Superintendent’s designee.
DISTRICT TRANSPORTATION/DISMISSAL PROCEDURE
Please go to http://www.saukprairieschools.org/families/transportation.cfm for all general information regarding transportation to and from school. At Bridges Elementary, it is vital that we have your child's dismissal plan in Skyward and if there are any changes that it is updated there and we are made aware of it at Bridges. We follow the dismissal plan that is in Skyward. Students will have tags on their backpacks showing their dismissal plan so the aides can easily check if there is any question. This year, the district is requiring a form that parents need to complete if there are any changes in a student's dismissal plan. This is to eliminate hand written notes and call in changes. Here are some examples of when a form is required:
If Jane is invited to a birthday party on Wednesday and she needs to ride a different bus than what she usually does, a form needs to be sent in to the office.
- If Jane is being picked up on Thursday instead of riding the bus like her dismissal plan states, the form needs to be sent in to the office.
- If Aunt Kathy is picking Jane up on Friday instead of her normal dismissal plan a form needs to be sent in to the office.
- If Jane's normal dismissal plan is that she rides the Grasshopper Bus home, but today she is riding Cherry Bus to Grand Ave, the form needs to be completed and sent to the office.
- Jack's normal dismissal plan is that he rides the Snail Bus to his home. Today he is to ride the Snail Bus to his Aunt's house down the road. Jack would need a form completed and sent in to the office.
- If your child is scheduled to be a Pick Up and someone other than you is going to be picking them up, the form needs to be sent with your child ONLY If that person IS NOT listed as an emergency contact. Please update your emergency contacts in Skyward to eliminate any confusion.
The form is accessible on the link above or below as well as in the office at Bridges. The bus driver will collect the form and will not allow transportation without one. If it is a last minute change at the end of the day you can certainly call the office and we can fill out the form for you. If you have a rotating schedule please let the office know in advance what the plan is for your child. For instance, if every month or week is different, please send in a calendar with the correct dismissal plan. Remember to mark your calendars for early dismissal dates as well. The dismissal plan for those days in addition to emergency release days, can be marked in Skyward.
LOST AND FOUND
Thank you!
VOLUNTEERING AND APPLICATIONS
SKYWARD UPDATES
If your child has two households or even if you would like multiple people in your own household to receive general email notifications from the school, such as the monthly newsletter and lunch menu, please log in to Skyward and click on the Skylert link on the left hand side. On that page, you can now add other phone numbers, emails or text message numbers for those who would like to receive emergency messages. If you have additional questions about how to manage your Skylert notifications or need to change your log in and password, please contact Stephanie Tarnutzer at 643-1844 or stephanie.tarnutzer@saukprairieschools.org .
Each guardian has their own Family Access Skylert account. Skylert is used for:
- Emergency: bomb scares, gas leaks, etc.
- General: School schedule changes such as late start, closing early, snow day, etc.
- Low Balance: Food Service account balance is $15 or below
- Negative Balance: Food Service account balance is below $0
How do you edit your Skylert contacts?
1. Log in to www.saukprairieschools.org
2. Click on For Parents/Students
3. Click on Skyward Student/Family Access Link
4. Enter your guardian login and password
5. Click on Skylert
6. Make the appropriate changes
7. Click on Save
8. Click on Exit
Note: Each guardian will need to change their Skylert .If you need assistance, contact Jane Wood at 643-5984 or at jane.wood@saukprairieschools.org
FAMILY/PERSONAL INFORMATION CHANGES
FAMILY MOVES - TO OUTSIDE THE SAUK PRAIRIE SCHOOL DISTRICT
When a family moves from within the Sauk Prairie School District to outside the district, students may continue to attend the school where they are currently enrolled if they qualify for a Tuition Waiver (obtain from District Office). Students who qualify for a Tuition Waiver (remainder of Current School year, Additional year, Current Year/Additional Year, or Current Year Permissive) are entitled to continue their enrollment through the waiver period. However, they are required to apply for open enrollment at the next possible time (February-April application period) that the application process is available to remain in the District for the present school year and beyond. See our website at www.saukprairieschools.org for more information or call Jane Wood, (608) 643-5984 or jane.wood@saukprairieschools.org. Transportation is the responsibility of the parent/guardian.
FAMILY MOVES - WITHIN SAUK PRAIRIE SCHOOL DISTRICT
When a family move occurs within the Sauk Prairie School District please notify your school office or contact Jane Wood, Student Records secretary at (608) 643-5984 or jane.wood@saukprairieschools.org with your new address. Parents may request that their elementary child attend a school other than the one in their attendance area in writing to the District Administrator. When families relocate from one attendance area to another within the District during the school year, the children affected may continue their education at their original school if approval is granted by the District Administrator. Transportation can be provided through existing bus routes or parents will provide transportation to/from school.
GUIDELINES FOR RETURN TO SCHOOL AFTER ILLNESS
- Fever- Temperature should be less than 100 degrees for at least 24 hours (without fever-reducing medication) before returning to school.
- Vomiting/diarrhea- Please keep your child home if he/she has vomited or had diarrhea within the last 24 hours.
- Strep throat- Student should be on prescribed medication for 24 hours before returning to school.
- Pink eye- If your child has red eye(s) and has discharge, he/she will be sent home and asked to be evaluated by a healthcare provider. Student should not return to school for 24 hours or after having used three sets of prescribed eye drops.
- Head lice- We monitor students for itching of the scalp and will check for them if we are concerned. Please notify your child’s school office if you have discovered lice and treated your child.
- Pertussis (whooping cough)- Student will be isolated from school for 5 days if confirmed case while on prescribed antibiotics.
**These are general guidelines to help promote the health and safety of our students. Please follow the recommendations of your child’s healthcare provider.
District nurses are on call for health concerns. We routinely visit each school and will visit as needed for consult. If you have concerns regarding your child’s health or changes in their health, please contact Pam Frey 643-5509 or Martha Allan 643-5628.
MEDICATIONS AT SCHOOL
According to the Sauk Prairie School board, certain criteria must be met in order for any medication to be dispensed at school. Before any medication can be dispensed, an Authorization for Medication Administration (AMA) must be completed and returned to the school office. This form is necessary for both over-the-counter and prescription medications and requires both a parent and physician signature.
For example, if your child suffers from migraine headaches, we will NOT be able to
distribute medication to him/her without an AMA on file. Many parents picked up the AMA form at district registration. Additional forms are available at the Grand Avenue
office or online.
In order for medication to be distributed, pills must be in a prescription bottle with proper labeling. Students may carry inhalers with them, however, an AMA form must be on file in the office.
If you have any questions regarding medication distribution, please contact Pam Frey, RN for the district at 643-5509.
FOOD ALLERGIES
Food allergies are becoming a more frequent health concern in our classrooms. As a result, parents notify teachers of their child’s allergies, and the teachers use that information to provide a safe snack list to be followed for the year in their classroom. We ask parents who received a safe snack list at the beginning of the year to monitor the shared snacks they are sending to their child’s classroom. If you are unsure, please contact your child’s teacher.
We also realize that many times children may want to share lunches and snacks in places other than just the classroom. For this reason, we are asking parents to talk with their children about the safety of this “sharing”. Please let your child know that some children could get very ill if they eat food that they are allergic to, and they may not even be aware that a certain ingredient that they are allergic to is in food accepted from a friend or acquaintance.
This same message may also be good to repeat when you are supervising a field trip as a chaperone. Remember, it takes a community to raise a child. Thank you for your help in this matter!
If you need access to a safe snack list, or have other questions, please contact me: Pam Frey, School Nurse pam.frey@saukprairieschools.org (608) 643-5509.
Thank you!
Pam Frey, RN School Nurse
HEAD LICE
Lice are small insects about the size of a sesame seed. They are usually light brown but can vary in color. They move quickly and shy away from light, making them difficult to see. It helps to use a magnifying glass and natural light when looking for lice. Nits (eggs) are tiny, yellowish-white oval droplets attached to hair shafts; they do not come off easily and have to be combed out with a special comb or manually removed. Nits can be found throughout the hair, but are most often located at the nape of the neck, behind the ears, and frequently on the top of the head.
When lice are discovered, a head lice treatment is needed before returning to school. It is important to comb through the hair for 7-10 days following a lice treatment. During this time lice can be removed manually or with a special comb. A second treatment may be necessary if nits or live lice are still found. If you have any questions about treatment please contact your child's physician or pharmacist.
Regular screenings at home can help control the spread of head lice. Please check your child weekly throughout the entire school year. It is also important to talk with your child about not sharing items such as combs/brushes, hats, and hair accessories. Please contact Pam Frey, district nurse at 643-5509 if you have any questions regarding head lice.
GSPIE UPDATES
Click here - (GSPIE) for the link to the GSPIE website. See a list of exciting events that are coming and how you can volunteer! The meeting dates for 2016-2017 are as follows:
Monday March 13 at Bridges Elementary
Monday May 15 at Grand Ave.
Mark your calendar!
Current nondiscrimination language (Policy 2260):
Sauk Prairie School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, sex, (including transgender status, gender expression, gender identity, and gender nonconformity), or physical, mental, emotional, or learning disability ("Protected Classes") in any of its student program and activities.
Lenguaje Actual sobre la No Discriminación (Política 2260):
El Distrito Escolar de Sauk Prairie no discrimina en base a la raza, al color, la religión, la nacionalidad de origen, los ancestros, el credo, el embarazo, el estado marital, el estado de los padres, la orientación sexual, el sexo (incluyendo el estado transgénero, la expresión del género, y el género de no conformidad), o por una discapacidad física, mental, emocional o de aprendizaje (“Las Clases Protegidas”) en cualquiera de las actividades y programas del estudiante.