Southview Elementary
March 2024 Newsletter
A note from Ms. Denure
Greetings Southview Families!
Welcome to March! We are looking forward to seeing you at Parent Teacher Conferences on either March 5 or March 7. Also, you are invited to join our March PTO meeting on Monday, March 18 at 6 pm. This meeting will take place in person in our library and topics will include the sharing of referendum information as well as nominations for officers for PTO for the 24-25 School year. We will need to fill the Treasurer and Vice President positions - please reach out if you would like to learn more about what serving in either of those roles entails.
Don’t forget about our One School, One Read event that is happening through March 28, 2024. This year our book is The World According to Humphrey. Check out the website to hear the guest readers share chapters of the book as well as some activities to engage in at home with your children. Our last dress up day for this event will be on March 27, 2024 - Pajama Day!
As a reminder, our Weekly Update is shared at the end of the school week via Infinite Campus Messenger and Class DOJO. This update includes events that will be taking place at Southview or in our district as well as picture highlights from the previous week. Please refer to these communications for the most up to date information.
Thank you for supporting your child(ren) and our teachers and staff members. TOGETHER we can achieve great things for our children and for our community!
Respectfully,
Sara E. Denure, Principal
Change in Last Day of School for Elementary Students
Dear Families,
We hope this message finds you well. We wanted to inform you of a change in the last day of school for elementary students. The new last day will be on May 29, 2024, instead of the previously scheduled May 30, 2024. Please note that this change is only for our K-5 students. 4K, MS, and HS students will still have school on May 30th.
This adjustment is necessary to provide teachers with dedicated time to begin training as mandated by the state under Act 20 for all public schools. Act 20 initiates a statewide adherence to science-based early literacy instruction to address low reading proficiency across the state.
Your partnership and support in allowing this time for our educators to focus on enhancing their skills in the area of literacy are highly appreciated. We know that the benefits of this training will contribute positively to the learning experience of our students.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out.
Spring Parent/Teacher Conferences
Academic Conferences will be held on March 5 and March 7 from 3:00-7:00 pm. Please schedule with your child('s) teachers if you haven't already.
Order your Southview Yearbook by March 31st
Southview's online code isYB29469
Click HERE to get to the Strawbridge page. Click Order Pictures and Yearbooks in the red box at the top of the page. Enter the code above and click Find. If paying online and using a credit card, there is a third-party transaction fee of $1.99 being charged.
Yearbook order forms are going home this week if you wish to order with cash or check.
All orders are due March 31st.
The cost of a yearbook is $10.00
Southview's Calendar of Events/Dress-Up Days/See Updates**
March 5 Evening Conferences 3:00-7:00 pm
March 7 Evening Conferences 3:00-7:00 pm
March 8 Southview Apparel or Red, Black & White
March 11-15 NO SCHOOL-Spring Break
March 18 PTO Meeting 6:00 pm
March 18 Comfy/Cozy Day
March 22 Flannel Friday-Wear your favorite flannel
March 27-Pajama Day-One School One Read
March 29 NO SCHOOL- Good Friday
April 1 NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS/ Staff Work Day
April 2 Comfy/Cozy Day
April 8 PTO Meeting 6:00 pm
April 15-19 Bright Smiles Sealants (for those students that sign up)
April 22-26-Library Week
April 30 5th Grade Concert 1:45 pm-Southview Gym
May 3 Dress Up Like a Super-Hero
May 8 Kindergarten Registration 3:00 pm-7:00 pm
May 13 PTO Meeting 6:00 pm
May 16 Kindergarten Music Concert-Bauer 1:15 pm. Rogge-1:50 pm. in the Music Room
May 21 5th Grade Track & Field Day at the High School Dorais Field
May 27 NO SCHOOL-Memorial Day
May 28 PTO Fun Day. Wear Bright Colors (UPDATED DATE)
May 29 Last Day of School for Elementary Students (UPDATED DATE-ELEMENTARY ONLY)
May 30-Staff PD Day
May 31 Staff Work Day
Notes from the Music Room
5th grade concert
April 30, 2024 @1:45-2:30
Southview Gym
Kindergarten performances in the music room- May 16, 2024
- 1:15 Mrs. Bauer
1:50- Mrs. Rogge
Contact Mrs. Bell with any questions
Southview PTO
PTO is accepting nominations for the PTO Offices of Vice President and Treasurer at our March meeting. If you are interested in joining this fun team, we would love to have you! Meetings occur monthly and are typically virtual. Our March meeting will be in person. Come and see what we're all about and ask questions about the team or open positions without any commitment on March 18th at 6pm!
Find us on Facebook "Southview Elementary PTO Chippewa Falls". Click "request" to join.
Empowering Digital Citizens: Essential Tips for Kids' Online Safety
In today's digital age, the internet is a vital part of a child's life, whether they're at school, home, or anywhere else. While internet-connected devices can enhance learning and social interactions, they also pose risks that concern both parents and educators.
Protecting children from online dangers such as inappropriate content and contact is crucial. But when should we start teaching them about security awareness? Ideally, children should be introduced to these concepts as soon as they begin using the internet, even under supervision. With children spending an average of four to six hours daily on screens by the age of eight, and more than half of teenagers dedicating at least four hours a day to social media, the need for early education on online safety is evident.
Who takes on the responsibility of educating children about online security? Initially, parents or guardians play a significant role, followed by educators once children enter school. However, not all adults are proficient in security awareness, making it essential to know where to begin.
Keatron Evans from Infosec suggests tailoring security education based on age groups:
For grade school children: Establishing good habits like not sharing personal information and being cautious with links and downloads.
For middle school children: Teaching them to separate school and personal accounts, and educating them about email safety and phishing attempts.
For teenagers: Focusing on privacy settings, using unique login credentials, and implementing multi-factor authentication.
Parents play a crucial role in fostering security awareness in their children. Numerous resources, such as cybersecurity-themed books and educational videos, are available to aid parents in this endeavor. Additionally, parental control features in apps can be effective for younger children, although older ones may find ways to bypass them.
Modeling good security behavior is essential, as children often mimic the actions of those around them. Ultimately, both parents and educators must work together to equip children with the skills and knowledge to navigate the digital world safely. By instilling security awareness in kids, we empower them to take control of their online privacy and security. For additional resources, visit Infosec’s Security Awareness and Training Resource Center or Common Sense Media’s Parenting, Media, and Everything in Between website.
Information taken from "Security Awareness for Kids: Tips for Safe Internet Use" (Video)
Luke Short
CFSD IT-Technology Integration Coach
(715) 726-2417 Ext. 2216
Spring Forwad
Kindergarten Registration-Southview-new date!
We are so excited to welcome the Class of 2037
Kindergarten Registration-Enroll Now
Kindergarten Registration
The public elementary schools in Chippewa Falls are beginning to plan for kindergarten for the 2024-2025 school year.
Students who presently attend one of the Chippewa Falls School District’s 4-year-old Kindergarten programs do not need to re-enroll. Students are automatically enrolled in Kindergarten. More information will be provided from Southview regarding our Kindergarten Registration event.
Children who will be five years old on or before September 1, 2024, and who will be entering Kindergarten in the Chippewa Falls School District for the 2024-2025 school year, and are not enrolled in the Chippewa Falls 4-year old Kindergarten program, need to enroll. Those students who attended a 4K program in the 2022-23 school year, but were not in school this past year will need to enroll as well.
To enroll your child, please visit the Chippewa Falls Area Unified School District website. If you do not have internet access, please contact Tami at (715) 720-1850 or visit the Administration Office located at 1130 Miles Street, Chippewa Falls, WI. You may also visit your child’s elementary school for assistance in registering.
Teacher Requests for 2024-2025
We discourage parents from requesting class assignments for their children. We work hard to achieve a balance between the classes at each grade level. This balance takes into account academic achievements, boy/girl ratio, and behavior concerns. Any request makes this far more difficult.
If a request is made, it must be in writing with very specific reasons for the request (forms are provided upon request from the office). Educational reasons must be the primary focus of the request. The school team will consider your request when making the final decision.
Requests must be submitted no later than April 1st.
There is no guarantee that parent requests will be honored. The balance of the classes as described above is of most importance.
One School, One Read!
Last call to enjoy our One School, One Read book The World According To Humphrey. For more information about the event or to listen to chapter recordings visit the website linked here:
All activities need to be handed in by Thursday, March 28th. Final prizes will be handed out the week of April 1st. Thank you for participating in our 2023-24 One School, One Read event!
Dress Up Days!
Help us celebrate our One School, One Read event by participating in Reading Wednesdays! One Wednesday of each month will be a special dress up day.
Our last dress up day is:
Wednesday, March 27th- Pajama Day
Thank you to all that participated in our One School, One Read dress up days!
Family Engagement Website
Visit our Title 1 Family Engagement website for educational resources, parenting resources, Title 1 information and more. Find the website linked here:
5th Grade Families-CFMS Student and Family Orientation
Our Southview 5th graders will be moving up the the Middle School soon!!
Family Orientation - evenings of April 22 and 23. More communication forthcoming as that date gets closer.
Elementary Visits from CFMS Admin - Middle School staff will be coming to Southview in April or May again this year.
Staff Spotlight: Kara Freehling
Please share your name and the role you serve at Southview: Kara Freehling and I'm an Educational Assistant in the Special Education Department.
How long have you been an educator at Southview? 6 years
Introduce your family: my husband, Jason, and Benjamin and Grace
Share how you enjoy spending your time outside of school: camping
Who or what inspires you? My kids inspire me
What is your favorite book? Anything by Nora Roberts
Share something "interesting" about yourself: I've lived in 3 states
Staff Spotlight: Samantha LaNou
Please share your name and the role you serve at Southview: Sam LaNou Occupational Therapist
How long have you been an educator at Southview? 3 years
Introduce your family: My husband Matt and our 2 dogs (Reesie & Birdie) and our 2 cats (Norton, and Biggie)
Share how you enjoy spending your time outside of school: I enjoy spending time at our cabin on Potato Lake. My husband and I love going out on the pontoon, kayaking, ice fishing, snow shoeing, taking out our side by side for day trips, and sitting on our deck watching all the wildlife with our dogs until they start barking :)
Who or what inspires you? All of my amazing students who work so hard every day!
What is your favorite book? The Wonderful Things You Will Be
Share something "interesting" about yourself: My goal is to travel to all 7 continents! I will be adding 6 new countries to my list in the next few months! (Japan, Jamaica, Spain, Banff CA, and Serbia)
Chiropractic Care
**We have luckily had a very mild winter so far this year, but we still may have spent more time indoors than we do in the warmer months.
Being outside in the fresh air is SO GOOD for everybody! It energizes our bodies, boosts our mood, improves our immune system, increases vitamin D levels, improves sleep, and reduces stress.
Paired with outdoor time, healthy food and restful sleep, chiropractic may be the piece you’re missing in your child’s health care. Email us at onsitechiroinfo@gmail.com for more information.
From the Nurse
As we enter the peak season for illnesses, I wanted to take a moment to remind you of
some important steps you can take to help prevent the spread of illness among our
students. As the school nurse, ensuring the health and well-being of our students is my
top priority, and your partnership in this effort is invaluable.
1. Hand Hygiene: Encourage your child to wash their hands frequently with soap
and water for at least 20 seconds, especially before eating, after using the
restroom, and after coughing or sneezing. If soap and water are not available,
alcohol-based hand sanitizers are a good alternative.
2. Respiratory Hygiene: Teach your child to cover their mouth and nose with a
tissue or their elbow when they cough or sneeze. Discourage them from using
their hands, as this can spread germs. Proper disposal of used tissues is also
essential.
3. Stay Home When Sick: If your child is experiencing symptoms such as fever,
cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, body aches, fatigue, or vomiting, please
keep them home from school. Returning to school too soon can prolong illness
and increase the risk of spreading it to others.
4. Rest and Hydration: Ensure your child gets plenty of rest and stays hydrated, as
these are crucial for supporting the immune system and aiding in recovery from
illness.
5. Healthy Habits: Encourage your child to maintain a healthy lifestyle by eating
nutritious foods, getting regular exercise, and managing stress. A healthy body is
better equipped to fight off infections.
6. Vaccinations: Ensure your child is up to date on all recommended vaccinations.
Vaccines are one of the most effective ways to prevent the spread of infectious
diseases.
7. Clean and Disinfect: Regularly clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces
at home, such as doorknobs, light switches, countertops, and electronic devices.
By following these simple steps, we can work together to create a healthier environment
for our students and reduce the risk of illness spreading throughout our school
community. If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact me.
Thank you for your cooperation and continued support.
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POISON PREVENTION AND TREATMENT TIPS
March 17 – 23 is Poison Prevention Week. Over 2 million potential poisonings are reported in the U.S. every year, with over 90% of these occurring in the home and the majority of them being young children. The majority of poisonings that occur in the home are accidental. Among children, these things often can cause poisonings:
Medicines
Pain killers
Household cleaners
Hydrocarbons (such as lamp oil, kerosene, gasoline, lighter fluid)
Plants
While children younger than 6 years old make up a larger percentage of cases, poisoning can affect all age groups-infants to seniors.
Ways to prevent accidental poisoning:
Store medicine, cleaners, paints/varnishes and pesticides in their original packaging in locked cabinets or containers, out of sight and reach of children
Install a safety latch that locks when you close the door on child accessible cabinets containing harmful products
Purchase and keep all medicines in containers with safety caps. Discard unused or expired medication
Check the label each time you give a child medicine to ensure proper dose
Never tell a child that medicine tastes like candy
Never place poisonous products in food or drink containers
Keep coal, wood, or kerosene stoves in safe working order
Maintain working smoke and carbon monoxide detectors
Treatment
If your child is unconscious, not breathing or having seizures due to poison contact or ingestion, call 911. If your child has come in contact with poison and has mild or no symptoms, call your poison control center at 1-800-222-1222
Immediate treatment tips:
Swallowed poison: Remove anything remaining in the child’s mouth. If the suspected poison is a household cleaner or other chemical, read the container’s label and follow instructions for accidental poisoning.
Poison on the skin: Remove any contaminated clothing using gloves. Rinse the skin for 15-20 minutes in a shower or with a hose.
Poison in the eye: Gently flush the eye with cool or lukewarm water for 20 minutes or until help arrives.
Inhaled Poison: Take the child outside into fresh air immediately. If the child has stopped breathing, start CPR and do not stop until the child breathes or help arrives.
**If the child vomits, turn their head to the side to prevent choking**
Caitlin Maranell BSN, RN
Chippewa Falls Area Unified School District
District Wide Registered Nurse
715-738-2660 ext. 3543maranecr@chipfalls.org
Volunteer Reminder
If you will be volunteering in a classroom or chaperoning on a field trip, please make child care arrangements for your younger children. When you are volunteering, you will be responsible for supervising specific students and we need your attention directed to those students at all times. This means that we are NOT able to allow for siblings to attend school sponsored field trips. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Chippewa Yellow Bus Company
All student rerouting requests will originate at Chippewa Yellow Bus Company. Student rerouting requests require a 24 hour notice and approval by the bus company. This includes one time and/ or occasional rerouting requests.
If students afternoon transportation plans vary week to week, please provide the teacher and the office with a monthly calendar to insure that your child gets to their intended location.
Click HERE for more information from the bus company 715-726-2454
Southview Elementary
Email: tiltondk@chipfalls.org
Website: https://cfsd.chipfalls.k12.wi.us/southview/
Location: 615 A Street, Chippewa Falls, WI 54729
Phone: 715-726-2411
Fax: 715-726--2798