SIS Monthly Newsletter

Happy New Year, SIS Families!

It has truly been an amazing first semester! They say time flies when you're having fun and based on that statement, we must be really rocking it at SIS!

I am happy to report that our start to the day was smooth and it was great to welcome students and staff back!

Our spring semester is packed with learning and activities include state testing, a field trip or two, another book fair, spring conferences, track and field day, and much more! Let's make the most of the second half of the year and see what more we can celebrate!

Yours in Education,

Mrs. Holtz

Our library is filled with great new books for students to explore! Students may check out two books at a time, so please help them remember to return books each week. We currently have quite a few overdue items, so a quick check in backpacks and under beds can help those missing books make their way back to school.

This month, we’ll also be getting ready for the Winter Olympics! Each class will research a different country and cheer them on throughout the games. It’s a fun opportunity for students to learn about new sports and cultures—be sure to ask your student which country they’re rooting for!

If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out at msutton@solon.k12.ia.u

Our spring book fair is fast approaching and we can use YOUR HELP to make it happen! Please consider signing up!

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A094CA5AA2FA4FF2-61404342-bookfair#/

As winter weather arrives, be sure YOU stay in the know! Earliest notifications will be available through our Solon App! Download the app to your smartphone or other device and be the first IN THE KNOW!

Once you download the app, be sure to set notifications to ensure you are alerted to any weather related schedule changes! Here's how:

1. Download the app (see image in upper right corner)
2. With the app open, tap in the 3 lines to the bottom left of your screen
3. After completing step 2, tap on the "settings" gear wheel in the lower right of your screen
4. When a new menu appears, tap on "Push Notifications"
5. Select the notifications you wish to receive (district, by school)
6. When finished selecting, tap "done"

It's that easy!

Now is also a good time to check that your email and phone number are up-to-date in our Powerschool system. To do this, please log into your Powerschool account, click on "forms" and then edit your contact information.

Jan. 19 -- No School -- Teacher Professional Development

Feb. 16 -- No School -- Teacher Professional Development

Feb. 19 -- Parent Teacher Conferences (2:00 - 7:00 pm)

Feb. 23-27 -- Book Fair

Feb. 26 -- Parent Teacher Conferences (2:00 - 7:00 pm)

Mar. 13-20 -- No School -- Spring Break

Apr. 25 -- Spartan Dash

As the weather continues to drop and we prepare for the potential of snow, please keep the following in mind:

• Recess is held outdoors as long as the real feel is 10° or higher.
• Students can ALWAYS use encouragement to wear their coats, gloves, and hats outside.
• It's a good idea to write your child's name in his/her personal belongings.
• When snow begins to fall, students will need boots and snow pants to go off of the concrete during recess.

Email: mholtz@solon.k12.ia.us
Website: www.solon.k12.ia.us
Location: 200 West 5th Street, Solon, IA, USA
Phone: (319) 624 - 3401
Twitter: @theholtzfamily4