CES December Family Newsletter
December 2023
In Junior kindergarten we celebrated the 50th day of school with a 50s party! We learned that Legos were invented in the 50s. We also learned some popular things to do were going to the drive-in movie or a sock hop. We practiced counting to 50, learned some dance moves at our own sock hop, and watched a Mickey Mouse movie made in the 50s at our classroom drive in while enjoying popcorn and root beer floats from the concession stand. We are 50 days smarter, and we are just getting started!
Responsibility - Doing what you are supposed to do. Try your best. Persevere. Be self-disciplined. Think before you act. Be accountable for your words, actions and attitudes.
Congratulations to these amazing students!
Back row: Harli Flack - 5th, Phoenix Barrick - 5th, Jacob Polley - 6th, Ezra Hernandez - 3rd, Kaylee Nelson - 4th, Christian Gefaller - 3rd and Amelia Wiederholt - 4th
Middle row: Victoria Grohs - 1st, Allison McCorkle - 1st, Davey Halverson - 2nd, Emma Williams - 1st and Isaiah Brown - K
Front row: Emmy Tarap - JK, Alex Naranjo - 2nd and Brooklyn Holtquist - K
Not pictured: Arya Heller - 6th
Sportsmanship Award for November
Mr. Winkler has started awarding students for sportsmanship each month. He chooses one student from Junior Kindergarten-2nd Grade and one student from 3rd-6th Grade. He noted when giving the award that he looks for students who are always encouraging to their classmates, whether they are on the same team or not. He also looks for students who stay positive whether they win or lose. The November CES Sportsmanship Students of the Month are Makena Adler from Mrs. Bradeen's 2nd Grade Class and Gabe Alvarez from Mr. Parson's 5th Grade Class. Congratulations!
Jan Brett is coming to Rapid City!
Meet #1 bestselling and beloved children's author/ illustrator, JAN BRETT, on her first national tour in four years! She will do a drawing demonstration followed by a book-signing. Families will also be able to participate in winter-themed early learning activities while waiting for their books to be signed!
Date:
December 5th, 2023, at 5pm
(Doors will open at 4:30pm)
Location:
Western Dakota Tech Events Center
Rapid City, SD
Event Hosted by:
Black Hills Reads-United Way of the Black Hills, Rapid City Public Library, SD Public Broadcasting, Early Learner SD, with books sold by BAM
This event is free, but registration is required. Learn more and sign up to attend at:
Principal's Ponderings
I am so thankful for the positive things happening in our school. We have the most amazing staff. They are willing to step up and help each other when someone needs a hand. When a student needs assistance or has a problem, they work together to help out. We are so blessed to have staff that want to work together and help students be their best.
I wish you all a blessed holiday break. Take time to appreciate the amazing kids you have. Spend time with your child/children over the holiday. I know December can be stressful for some as there is so much happening in life during this time, but take time to do something with your child -- read a book, go on a hike, watch a favorite movie. These are the things your child will remember most. The holiday season is about much more than 'things', it is about making memories; and time spent with your child is the best way to make the most amazing memories.
Enjoy December and give your child the gift of your time!
Mrs. Paulson
605 673-4483
Elementary Fine Arts Schedule 2023-24
October 28 - 3:30pm - Honor Choir (Rapid City, The Monument)
November 9 - 2:00pm - Veteran's Day Program (Armory)
November 30 - 7:00pm - 2nd & 4th Concert (CHS Theatre)
December 7 - 7:00pm - 1st & 3rd Concert (CHS Theatre)
February 5 - 6:30pm - Elder's Wisdom, Children's Song (CHS Theatre)
February 12-17 - 4:00pm-8:00pm Dakota Players Residency (CHS Theatre)
March 4 - 3:30pm - Festival Choir (Sturgis Community Center)
April 29 - 7:00pm - 5th & 6th Band and Choir Concert (CHS Theatre)
May 16 - 7:00pm - Kindergarten Program (CHS Theatre)
Custer Elementary School
Email: barb.paulson@k12.sd.us
Website: https://www.csd.k12.sd.us/CusterElementary
Location: 1415 Wildcat Lane, Custer, SD, 57730
Phone: (605) 673-4483
Twitter: @Custer_Elemen