September 19, 2024 eNews

We are wrapping up HELLO Week at SES! Throughout the week, we have discussed what it means to be an Upstander. This means to do what is right. It also means to stand up and not stand by and watch others be unkind. We discussed how students should be sure to report when they see these things happening. Big shout out to our PTA for decorating for Hello Week. Also, thank you to families for sending their kiddos dressed up to show the importance of the week.

We are thrilled to announce the winners of our Teacher Grant Drawing! As a token of our deep appreciation for all that they do, and for the incredible support they have shown during the PTA Membership Drive, we are excited to award $125 reimbursement grants to eight lucky teachers—four from each campus. We truly value the dedication, hard work, and care that they bring to class every day, and this is one small way we can give back!

Here are our winners and their plans for the grant funds:

• Cynthia Knight (Pre-K)
  Grant Use: In order to enhance my Pre-K reading/listening corner, purchase a YOTO audio player for my students to easily control and enjoy during center time.

• Erin Johnson (1st Grade)
  Grant Use: A listening center for our rotations. At least one CD/cassette player (ideally 2), headphones, and a splitter to be able to plug a few pairs of headphones into the same player.

• Melissa Milton (Pre-K Para) Grant Use: Purchase thematic canvas backdrops that we can use as the dramatic play center changes. As we follow the curriculum, we are hoping to create an apple orchard, pumpkin patch, police and fire station, flower shop, bakery and so many more.

• Kelly Dodson (Librarian) Grant Use: Purchase 4-5 book-themed games for the library.

Thank you all once again for your dedication and support of the Sunnyvale PTA. We are so excited to give back to our wonderful teachers!

You asked for more consistent communications and we're delivering.

Introducing Thrillshare —SISD’s new communications platform. Thrillshare powers both SISD’s new website and school-branded app, bringing everything for all SISD communications into a single place.

Now, you will no longer need to download multiple apps to keep up with your Raider and they will be able to message their Raider’s teachers directly for quick questions and information. Parents can download in one, custom-built Sunnyvale ISD app to quickly locate information about information related to Sunnyvale ISD. Benefits:

1️⃣ No longer a need to download multiple apps to keep up with your Raider. Use one app for all communications needs; 📅 Access news, calendar, documents, staff information and alerts all in one convenient place;

📍Quickly locate transportation, dining, grades and documents all in one spot;

📚Using Thrillshare's "Rooms" feature, parents and students may review schedule and class information and message teachers directly in a safely monitored and secure environment.

Download on the iOS Store or Google Play Store Today!

SISD has partnered with School Cafe for cafeteria payments!

With School Cafe, you can apply for free and reduced meal plans, manage your Raider's lunch balance and check out nutrition information. It's easy!

The School Cafe app will be available in the Sunnyvale ISD App!

Click on the School Cafe Set Up Quick Card to set up your Raider's new lunch account! All students who wish to pay for lunch using their student account number must register with School Cafe.

Contact robin.plett@sunnyvaleisd.com for more information.