February 6, 2023
Southwood Glen is heading into February with a focus on sharing kindness for one another. It's a great time of the year to slow down and take some time to think about what we appreciate in others. Below are just some of the examples of love and kindness springing up around the building.
Speaking of February, as we approach Valentine's Day, some classrooms may decide to exchange valentines or celebrate in some other way. Your child's teacher will let you know the plan for the classroom. In compliance with our district snack policy, valentines may not include candy.
Thank you for understanding and helping keep all students safe in our classrooms.
Yours in education,
Bridget
COMMUNITY ED & REC PLANNING
WI BUS DRIVER APPRECIATION WEEK
Wisconsin Bus Driver Appreciation week begins Monday, February 13th and runs to Friday, February 17th! If you click on the attached picture, you can print off a copy and have your child(ren) color the page and hand this to your bus driver as a way of showing appreciation! We are very thankful for the bus drivers that show up every day to help safely transport our kids to and from school. Thank you!
HEARING & VISION SCREENING
The Franklin Health Department will be conducting vision, hearing, and height and weight screenings at your child’s school. Results will be mailed directly to the parents. All children in Kindergarten, 2nd, and 4th grades will be screened on February 15th.
Any concerned parent of a child in 4K, 1st, 3rd, or 5th grade may request a screening for his/her child. All parent requests must be made prior to the day of screening through the child’s teacher or office staff.
Please click here for the letter from the Franklin Health Department.
FEBRUARY- RANDOM ACTS OF KINDNESS SPIRIT WEEK
WORK WITH FPS!
Franklin Public Schools has a variety of positions available that you can view at the links below:
Certified Staff (teaching positions, administration roles, substitutes, nurses)
- Support Staff (coaches, aides, custodial, food service, bus drivers, Rec Dept, Kids Club)
GROUP & NEW STUDENT YEARBOOK PICTURES
If you have a student who is new to Southwood Glen and has not gotten their Southwood Glen school picture taken, please let the office know and we will be sure they get to have their picture taken on 2/8.
ATTENTION TO SOUTHWOOD GLEN SCOUT LEADERS!
SOUTHWOOD GLEN: SUNDAY STORYTIME
FHS HOSTS UW VARSITY BAND RUN-OUT CONCERT!
REGISTRATION FOR NEXT SCHOOL YEAR IS NOW OPEN!
Registration opened at noon on Monday, December 5th for the 2023-24 school year on our website here. Registration is for any new families to Franklin or new students looking to register for next year in 4K, 5K or up through 12th grade. If you have any friends or family in Franklin that plan to have children attend Franklin Public Schools next year, please pass this information along to them! Registering early helps to get all information in our system for planned communications.
Please note that any student that is already attending Franklin Public Schools DOES NOT need to register for next school year as a new student. This includes students already in Preschool Speech, Early Childhood, and 4K. All parents/guardians will be required to review your student’s data during our summer Back-To-School Online Check-In process. Any family who knows a student will not be returning for the next school year should notify your school’s main office staff.
FPS 2023-24 OPEN ENROLLMENT INFORMATION
FRANKLIN LACROSSE GEARING UP!
UPCOMING FRANKLIN EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION HAPPENINGS
LOOKING TO GET SOME NEW YOUTH SHOES?
PTA MEETINGS
All families are invited to our next meeting on Monday, February 13th at 6:30pm in the Southwood Glen library. Be the first to know about our spring events and upcoming volunteer opportunities, as well as hear from the 2nd grade teachers! Childcare will be provided.
- Our January meeting was held on January 9th. Click HERE to read the minutes for the meeting and to view the presentation about literacy from 3rd grade.
EVENTS
Knowledge-a-Thon
Students have a lot of fun showcasing their knowledge at this annual fundraising event. Coming soon…stay tuned for more details!
Science Night
Save the date for Friday, February 24th! Science makes our world go round!
Family Dinner and Game Night
Come join Southwood Glen families on Tuesday, March 21st as we enjoy a sit-down dinner and game night together in the school gym. More details coming soon!
NEWSLETTER
- The January edition of the PTA Newsletter includes a feature article about Southwood Glen’s 30th and great parent resources!
CONNECT WITH US
Register with A to Z Connect to locate event registrations, volunteer opportunities, and the directory. PTA Memberships (a donation of $10) can also be purchased here.
Follow us on Facebook at Southwood Glen PTA.
- Email us at swgvolunteers@gmail.com.
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
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pg/SouthwoodGlenFPS/posts/