November Newsletter

We have been very fortunate with our weather this fall, but we know that the weather is going to turn soon enough. Please make sure that your child is dressed for the weather. Most of our grade levels are outside up to three times per day. The fresh air and physical movement is so important for students to be able to reset and be ready for learning. Please let the school office know if you are in need of warm winter clothing, and we will be able to help you get the things that you need.

November is also the time that we hold Parent/Teacher Conferences. We look forward to talking with families about their children. These conferences are valuable for several reasons:

Communication: Conferences facilitate direct communication between teachers and parents, allowing for discussions about a child's progress, strengths, and areas of need.

Collaboration: These meetings allow for a partnership to be created between parents and educators, encouraging a collaborative approach to support the child's learning and development.

Understanding Curriculum: Parents can gain insights into curriculum and grade level standards.

Addressing Concerns: Conferences provide an opportunity to address any concerns or challenges the child may be facing in school , whether academic, social, or behavioral.

Setting Goals: Together, parents and teachers can set realistic goals for the student, creating a plan to enhance their educational experience.

Building Relationships: Strong relationships between parents and teachers can positively impact a child's educational experience, fostering a supportive environment both at home and school.

Conferences are an important part of a child's educational journey, helping to ensure they receive the support they need to succeed. We look forward to seeing all of you during conference week!

November 2nd - Daylight Savings!!! Turn your clocks back!!!

November 4th - SKSA Meeting @ 6:30 pm (library)

November 5th - Lego/Robotics Club 3:50-5:00 pm

Start Fit, Stay Fit 3:50-5:00 pm

November 6th - Art Club (2nd-3rd) 3:50-5:00 pm

November 11th - Veteran's Day Flag Ceremony 9:00 am @ SK

Thank you for your service to all of our Veterans!

November 12th - EARLY RELEASE 12:00 pm (No lunch served)

Parent Teacher Conferences 1:00-7:00 pm

November 13th - EARLY RELEASE 12:00 pm (No lunch served)

Parent Teacher Conferences 1:00-7:00 pm

November 14th - EARLY RELEASE 12:00 pm (No lunch served)

November 17th - Start collecting items for the SK Mini Fair (Dec. 10)

November 19th - Lego/ Robotics Club 3:50-5:00 pm

Start Fit, Stay Fit 3:50-5:00 pm

November 20th - Popcorn Day!

Art Club (2nd-3rd) 3:50-5:00 pm

November 26th, 27th, 28th - NO SCHOOL! HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

We are very fortunate to have an amazing and creative Art Instructor. Recently Mrs. Wagner received an honor for the City of Marquette's Art Educator Award. She was presented her award at a ceremony held on October 5th. Her acceptance speech reflected the passion that she has for encouraging creativity in our young students. Many of our classroom teachers have also welcomed Art Education students from NMU into their classrooms to lead creative projects. Shown here in a picture is Mrs. Sippola's 2nd grade class in front of a hallway display of animals in nature. The students were so proud of their work and it adds such wonderful artwork to our hallways. The teachers and students in 5th grade and Mrs. Wagner, also welcomed Art Education students from NMU into their classrooms.

We are once again holding our Sandy Knoll Title I Family Night during our Parent Teacher Conferences on November 12th and 13th. If your child receives Title I services for reading or math, we invite you to stop into our Title I classroom to visit with the staff and receive valuable information. You can enjoy snacks while you visit, pick up free reading and math resources to use at home, and learn more about how we support student success. Title I is located in Room 16.