K8 Community Memo
November 8, 2026
A Season of Gratitude — A Message from Mr. Joachim
As we move into November and the season of Thanksgiving, I want to take a moment to reflect on how fortunate we are to be part of such a wonderful school community. Each day, I see students learning and growing, staff going above and beyond, and families working alongside us to help our children succeed. It truly takes all of us, and I am grateful for the care, commitment, and support that make Springdale K–8 such a special place.
This month, we are encouraging our students to focus on gratitude — choosing to appreciate the people and things in our lives. Gratitude isn't just about saying "thank you." It's about recognizing the good around us, appreciating the small moments, and understanding how our actions can make a difference in someone else's day. Whether it's a kind word, a helping hand, or simply taking time to listen, these little acts help build a stronger, more caring school community.
As we approach Thanksgiving, I encourage our Charger families to take a few moments together to share what you are thankful for. Sometimes the simplest conversations create the most meaningful connections. On behalf of our entire Springdale K–8 team, thank you for trusting us with your children and for being such an important part of our Charger family. We have so much to be grateful for, and together, we continue to make Springdale a great place for kids!
SPRINGDALE CHARGERS ARE NATIONAL WINNERS!
Let's hear it for Mrs. Stenbeck and her incredible 4th and 5th graders! Their classroom was selected as one of just 20 classrooms nationwide to win Imagine Learning's Ready, Set… SOLVE! math challenge!
Our young mathematicians earned this recognition through their hard work, determination, and success in Imagine Math throughout October!
A BIG congratulations to Mrs. Stenbeck and her students! Thank you for showing what dedication, great teaching, and a commitment to learning can accomplish!
❤️🖤 SMALL SCHOOL. BIG ACHIEVEMENTS. CHARGER PRIDE! 🖤❤️
K8 Veterans Day Assembly
Our K–8 Veterans Day Celebration is this Tuesday! We welcome the veterans in Charger Community to join us for this special day of recognition and gratitude. Our PTO will host a Veterans Breakfast at 9:00 a.m., followed by our schoolwide assembly at 9:30 a.m. Let's work together to fill our assembly with the incredible men and women who have served our country and show them just how much our Springdale Chargers appreciate their service and sacrifice!
Can you help with breakfast donations?
Here is our sign up genius for veterans day breakfast donations. Theres still some things needed.
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Charger Connection — “NO”-vember Challenge!
From November 9 through December 2, Springdale K–8 students will be participating in our “NO”-vember Challenge! We are encouraging students to show up, be on time, make positive choices, and stay on top of their grades. Students who meet the challenge requirements will earn a special Ice Cream Sundae Celebration! Let's work together to help our Chargers finish November strong!
Parent-Teacher Conference
A BIG Thank You to Our Charger Families!
We want to extend a heartfelt THANK YOU to all the families who attended Parent–Teacher Conferences last week! Your time, involvement, and commitment to your child's education make a tremendous difference. Strong schools are built on strong partnerships, and we are grateful for the opportunity to connect, celebrate student growth, and work together to support every child's success. Thank you for being such an important part of our Charger family!
Springdale Charger PTO
The Springdale Chargers PTO had to make a change to their November PTO meeting date to accommodate Family Night Out, which has been rescheduled for November 19th.
They are also excited to announce that for the first time, they will be offering Facebook Live during their PTO meeting! This will give families and community members another way to stay connected and see what the PTO is working on.
We encourage everyone to join them, whether in person or online! Your involvement and support help us make a difference for our students and school
PTO Coin War Fundraiser
Turkey BINGO – Family Night Out!
Mark your calendars for Thursday, November 19, from 5:00–7:00 PM in the K–8 Gym! Join us for a fun-filled evening of pizza, learning, BINGO, and some fantastic Thanksgiving prizes! From 5:00–5:45 PM, families will enjoy a pizza dinner while visiting our Learning Stations, where parents can discover simple, practical strategies and resources to help their children succeed at home. As families visit the stations, they'll earn BINGO cards for our big event! Then, from 5:45–7:00 PM, it's time for TURKEY BINGO! We'll have lots of exciting Thanksgiving prizes, including turkeys, pies, and more! This is a wonderful opportunity to strengthen our school-home partnership while enjoying a great evening together. We hope to see all our Charger families there!
Middle School Sports
Events Calendar
Mark your calendars! We have some exciting events ahead and look forward to connecting with our Springdale families!
NOVEMBER
November 10: Veterans Day Celebration
PTO Veterans Breakfast — 9:00 a.m.
K–8 Veterans Day Assembly — 9:30 a.m.
November 11–15: Fall Break — No School
November 18: Native American Heritage Culture Day.
November 19: Family Night Out — Turkey BINGO!
5:00–5:45 p.m.: Pizza Dinner & Learning Stations — Earn your BINGO cards!
5:45–7:00 p.m.: Family BINGO — Win turkeys, pies, and more!
Location: K–8 Gym
November 19: PTO Meeting.
DECEMBER
December 3: PTO Meeting.
December 10: Family Night Out — Santa STEM Workshop.
December 16: K–5 Christmas Concert — Santa's Sleigh Through the Decades!
Afternoon Performance — 2:00 p.m.
Evening Performance — 6:30 p.m.
Stay connected and get involved! From classroom celebrations and family learning nights to honoring our veterans and celebrating the holiday season, there are so many opportunities to come together as a Charger community. We look forward to seeing you!
