February 28, 2022
(NEW) MASKING NO LONGER REQUIRED ON BUSES
As of late Friday, the Centers for Disease Control released updated guidance for masking on public transportation (here). Beginning today, Monday, February 28th, face coverings are no longer required on school buses and other district transportation.
Further decisions regarding masking for 4K and Early Childhood students will be evaluated by the Board of Education as soon as possible. We will communicate any changes with families.
STUDENT ENGAGEMENT SURVEY
LION LEADERSHIP- BOOK DESIGN CONTEST
Calling all artists! Did you know March is National Reading Month?! In the spirit of reading, the Lion Leadership Pink Team is hosting a Bookmark Design Contest! The contest is open to all students at Southwood Glen and will run from Tuesday March 1st to Wednesday March 16th. You can use crayons, colored pencils, or markers and designs should be related to spring.
5 winners will be chosen by the Lion Leadership Bookmark Design Contest coordinators and they’ll be announced at the trimester 2 assembly on 3/18. The winning bookmarks will be printed and shared with all classrooms at Southwood Glen! Entry sheets will be sent home with students today.
Think creative and think spring!! We can’t wait to see the results!
MUSIC SPIRIT WEEK
ORDERING YEARBOOKS
Yearbook ordering is open now!
Yearbooks can be ordered online here:
https://orders.schoolandsportpics.com/ordering/with?key=PQ4KJFWJ
The yearbook sale will run until April 1st.
COVID-19 FEDERAL FUNDING STAKEHOLDER FEEDBACK
Franklin Public Schools is collecting feedback from stakeholders (parents/guardians, staff and students) about the federal ESSER III funds that are being made available to public school districts due to COVID-19. Please consider taking this 1-question survey to provide your feedback regarding the use of ESSER III federal funds. The deadline to submit is by 11:59pm on Tuesday, March 1st.
Parents - please invite your children to also submit a response to this 1-question survey on how these funds should be spent that align with the guidelines shared on the welcome page of the survey.
YOUTH SOCCER LEAGUE SIGN UP BY MARCH 1ST!
Don't forget to sign up for Kids Play Soccer - Franklin Recreation's Spring Youth Soccer League!
Grades K - 4th. Registration Deadline is Tuesday, March 1st. Sign up at: franklinwi.myrec.comON-SITE TESTING - New Location!
Beginning today, Monday, February 28th, we will be making some changes to the structure of On-Site Testing by Summit Clinical Labs in the district.
Testing still continues at Franklin High School on school days from 7am to 3pm for staff and students.
The Forest Park Middle School main office is now has testing available for district students, families and staff from 7:30am to 3:30pm.
Please note that testing is not offered at the ECC District Office anymore as of Monday 2/28.
Please review this document for other up-to-date details and questions you may have about how testing works.
CHILD DEVELOPMENT DAYS
ANNIE JR. MUSICAL
Leapin' Lizards! Come enjoy this Broadway classic with your family and friends as the irrepressible comic strip heroine takes center stage in one of the world's best-loved, award-winning musicals! Forte Theatre School students ages 10-18, including many Franklin Public Schools students, will bring this story to life on the FHS Saber Center stage March 4th-6th. Family fun for all ages! $12-$15. Get your tickets today!
REGISTER FOR FRANKLIN LITTLE LEAGUE 2022 SEASON
There may be a few inches of snow outside, but we're dreaming of sunny skies, chalked baselines, and green outfields! Aren't you?! Register at www.franklinll.org for baseball and softball ages 4-16. FLL is also looking for 14-16 year-olds for our FLL Jr/Sr Travel Baseball team. Register by February 28th to get the best pricing!
REGISTRATION FOR 22-23 IS NOW OPEN FOR NEW FAMILIES!
FRANKLIN PUBLIC SCHOOLS IS HIRING
We are hiring for Food Service Workers ($15/hour starting wage and part time) and Bus Drivers ($21/hour starting wage, other bonuses, paid training through First Student in Muskego).
Click on the images below to go right to the postings and join a great team!
PTA MEETINGS
Our last meeting was held on Monday, February 14th. Here are the minutes from the meeting: PTA Meeting Minutes February 2022
Our next meeting is Monday, March 14th @6:30 pm. The 5th grade teachers will be joining us! Childcare will be provided for those attending in person. This month, we are providing the option to listen in via Zoom! You can use the chat feature to share your ideas and questions.
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9568626249?pwd=R2dTY2tHbXZISm9IYk5NbDZLUmlPUT09
Meeting ID: 956 862 6249
Passcode: 641381
EVENTS
- Knowledge-a-Thon - Congratulations to all of our students for answering so many questions correctly! Pledges for this fundraiser are due on March 4th. The top 3 classes that send in the most pledges by the due date will win a prize! Pledge forms with additional information were sent home, but can also be accessed HERE. Pledges can be submitted through A to Z HERE. Checks made payable to Southwood Glen PTA may be sent to school as well.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY
- Our PTA delivers snacks to our staff to energize their day! Sign up HERE through A to Z Connect to help bring the cart around the building. Select a date and then you choose the time that works for you. Consider partnering with someone to get to know the school community!
A TO Z CONNECT
How to register:
Click on the button “Register/Login.”
If you are new to A to Z, click on the button “Create Account.” Proceed with the prompts provided.
If you have used A to Z before, click on the button “Create Account.” Simply use your previous login information and verify/update your family information.
You are now able to select your child’s teacher in order to connect with the class.
PTA Membership: Consider donating $10 to our PTA! All are welcome and your membership donation is appreciated. Look for the menu option titled “PTA Membership 2021-2022.”
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SCHOOL INFORMATION
All past newsletters are stored on our website here
Email: Stephanie.genke@franklin.k12.wi.us
Website: https://www.franklin.k12.wi.us/southwood-glen-elementary-school
Location: 9090 South 35th Street, Franklin, Wisconsin 53132, USA
Phone: 414-761-1181
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