Alice Smith Weekly Connections
December 1, 2022
Alice Smith Families - Message from Principal Navidad
Dear Alice Smith Families,
Thank you for your support in making Tuesday's early release a success! I know changes in our school's dismissal times create a huge level of stress for our families, but I'm proud to say that all of our buses and families were able to safely make it home. THANK YOU!
With Tuesday's snowfall and subsequent cold temperatures, I want to highlight the importance of packing winter wear and snow gear with your child each and everyday. I ask that you label all of your child's winter gear. We have an ever growing pile of lost gloves, hats, jackets, and boots without names!
If you need help getting your child Winter clothing, please contact the School Counselor, Kristin Lutz, at 952-988-4214 or via email kristin.lutz@hopkinsschools.org
ALL Drop Off families,
- I want to kindly ask that you do not drop off your child at school before 9:15am. We do not have supervision outside until that time and we don't want to have our kids waiting for long periods of time in super cold temperatures. Our school doors open for all kids at 9:23am.
1st & 2nd Grade Drop Off Families
- With our bus parking lot construction complete, the front loop's parking spots, which were previously visitor spots, needed to be converted to handicap parking spots to meet the legal requirements of a school our size. PLEASE respect these handicap spots and do not park in them unless you have the required permit.
Next Friday we have our Read-A-Thon Assembly
I will be sporting my new PJ's & our staff will be participating in the Minute 2 Win it!
We also will be revealing WHAT our Spring Musical will be!!!
Please send your child with their Alice Smith T-shirt!
Mr. Navidad
952-988-4201
Alice Smith Elementary Principal
Follow us on Social Media
Twitter: @AliceSmith270 and @NavidadASE
Facebook: @AliceSmithElementarySchool
Important Upcoming Dates
Friday, December 2: Parents' Night Out @ Alice Smith from 6p - 8:30p
Wednesday, December 7: ICA Market & Resources @ Alice Smith from 4p-8p
Wednesday, December 14: ICA Market & Resources @ Alice Smith from 4p-8p
Friday, December 16: No School (Professional Development)Wednesday, December 21: ICA Market & Resources @ Alice Smith from 4p-8p
Monday, December 26 - Wednesday, January 4: No School (Winter Break)
PAW Ticket Drawing Winners
We start off every Friday with a PAW ticket drawing. Scholars earn PAW tickets throughout the week for being Respectful, Responsible, & Ready to Learn. On Friday, Mr. Navidad draws 10 tickets randomly during morning announcements and if your name is on that ticket, you are rewarded with a prize. Congratulations to this week's drawing winners: Ebrahim (kg), Stacey S (Kg), Weslin U.L. (1), Veronica B. (1), Wendy M. (2), Segal O. (2), Kayden B (3), Neneh J. (3) Cordelia K. (4/5), Emily K. (4/5), Jericho W. (6).
If you need help getting your child Winter clothing, please contact the School Counselor, Kristin Lutz, at 952-988-4214 or via email kristin.lutz@hopkinsschools.org
Si necesita ayuda para conseguir ropa de invierno para su hijo, comunÃquese con la consejera escolar, Kristin Lutz, al 952-988-4214 o por correo electrónico kristin.lutz@hopkinsschools.org
Haddii aad u baahan tahay in lagaa caawiyo sidii aad u heli lahayd ilmahaaga dharka Jiilaalka, fadlan kala xidhiidh la-taliyaha dugsiga, Kristin Lutz, 952-988-4214 ama iimayl ahaan kristin.lutz@hopkinsschools.org
Important: Open-Enrolled Families with Fall 2023 Kindergartners!
Have an upcoming fall kindergartner? Even if you have students already enrolled in Hopkins Schools, you will need to submit an open enrollment form for your new kindergartner. Submit your Open Enrollment application by January 17, 2023, to be included in the first lottery. Find Open Enrollment forms online at HopkinsSchools.org/enroll. Questions? Please email Enrollment@HopkinsSchools.org or call 952-988-4110.
Girls (and Boys) Wrestling (PreK through Grade 6)
Did you know Hopkins has youth wrestling programs for both boys and girls for grades PreK through 6? Offered in partnership with Hopkins Community Education, the wrestling program introduces wrestling concepts through fun games and activities geared for all skill levels. The head instructors are former collegiate-level wrestlers that also teach Physical Education in Hopkins and Minnetonka school districts. We even have some national champions coaching!
Registration is open at:
- Pre-K to 2nd (Boys and Girls) - https://hopkins.ce.eleyo.com/course/11330/youth-fall-2022/hopkins-junior-hurricanes-wrestlings
- Boys 2nd to 6th - https://hopkins.ce.eleyo.com/course/11329/youth-fall-2022/hopkins-hurricanes-wrestling
- Girls 2nd to 6th - https://hopkins.ce.eleyo.com/course/11328/youth-fall-2022/hopkins-hurricanes-girls-wrestling
If you have any questions please contact youth@hopkins-wrestling.com.
Hopkins has Girls Wrestling!!
Did you know Hopkins has a wrestling program for girls? Girls' Wrestling is one of the fastest-growing sports in the nation, and Hopkins is proud to support this growing sport. Girls are able to practice and compete in girls-only events, including a girls' state tournament. Even better, the coaching staff includes a national female wrestling champion, Coach Kelli as well as Glen Lake's own Coach Billy.
New to wrestling? That's ok, no previous experience is necessary, just a willingness to have fun. Registration is open now on the athletics website. If you have any questions please contact girls@hopkins-wrestling.com.Order your 22-23 Yearbook today!
Kids & Co. Corner
PTO Update
Join us at the December PTO meeting next Tuesday, December 6th from 7-9pm in the Media Center! If you're interested in hearing about a couple of upcoming PTO sponsored events and/or interested in volunteering for them, this would be a great time to come and get some information.
Here is the proposed agenda:
Introductions
Principal's Report
Treasurer's Report
Volunteer Updates (recap of both Readathon & Book Fair)
Miscellaneous: Parents' Night Out Recap, Upcoming Community Engagement Sessions, Partnering with other Hopkins PTOs
Mark your calendar and invite a friend. We look forward to seeing you there!
The PTO Board
Community Support Services @ Alice Smith!
Hopkins Beds for Kids
CLASSROOM NEWSLETTERS - Newsletters Updated Today! Dec 2nd!
Attendance Reminders
Remember it is important to Call/Email your students absence when they are not going to be at school.
School Day is 9:33am - 4:05pm
When you call/email in an absence it is IMPORTANT to provide the reason for not attending school, this allows the office to code attendance correctly, avoiding clarification calls later.
Attendance Line: 952-988-4210
Attendance Form: https://alicesmith.hopkinsschools.org/families/attendance
Attendance Email: EnrollmentAS@HopkinsSchools.org
Electronic Backpack
Please take a look in our Electronic Backpack to find a variety of offerings & information for our scholars.
Book Reviews From Alice Smith Scholars
Photo Gallery @ Alice Smith
Alice Smith Elementary
Website: https://hopkinsschools.org/schools/elementary-schools/alice-smith-elementary
Location: 801 Minnetonka Mills Road, Hopkins, MN 55343, USA
Phone: (952) 988-4200
Facebook: facebook.com/AliceSmithElementarySchool
Twitter: @AliceSmith270