Roller Pride

In Ms. Shaud and Mrs. Reigle’s 5th grade classes, students read *The Best Part of Me* by Wendy Ewald. Inspired by the book, they each selected their own 'best part' and wrote a short piece explaining their choice. Selections varied from their brain, eyes, and hands to their lungs and bones. The completed writing was paired with a photograph and proudly displayed in the hallway for everyone to admire. We love ALL parts of you, 5th grade!

In Ms. Beare and Mrs. Yarnevich's science class, students conducted a lab on primates. They explored the importance of opposable thumbs by attempting various tasks, first with the use of their thumbs and then without. Through this experiment, students discovered how much easier it is to write, tie shoes, and throw balls when thumbs are involved!

**Attention 3rd-6th Graders:**

Do you love singing with others? Then the Chorus Club is perfect for you!

Chorus meets every Tuesday after school in Mrs. Witter's music room. We'll announce the start date soon, but if you're interested, be sure to stop by and pick up a permission slip from Mrs. Witter!

**Parents:** If you have any questions, feel free to message Mrs. Witter on Class Dojo or email her at jwitter@shsd.k12.pa.us.

Attention students in grades 9-12!

Scholarship Essay Contest

National Sojourners, Inc - Harrisburg, Chapter No.76

Prompt: Describe how the "Preamble" of the Declaration of Independence is still relevant today.

Visit the link below for more information or stop by the Jr/Sr High School Counseling Office.

National Sojourners Essay Contest Information Packet

Mrs. Donnelly and Mrs. Ross would like to give a shout-out to their 4th grade families for their incredible involvement so far this school year. Their engagement through Class Dojo, including sending messages and comments, has been extremely helpful and much appreciated. Thank you for your active participation!

Class of 2025 Senior Portraits

When: Tuesday – Wednesday, September 24th – 25th

Where: Auditorium

Seniors must get their picture taken on one of these dates in order to be included in the yearbook.

Any questions should be directed to Ms. Thorne, TThorne@shsd.k12.pa.us

Elementary Picture Day: October 2, 2024

Retake Day: November 13, 2024

How It Works:

1. Pre-order today on mylifetouch.com using Picture Day ID: EVT34CZVT

2. Students are photographed on Picture Day

3. Orders will be sent home with your student after Picture Day

Questions about Elementary picture day should be directed to Mrs. Detz, JDetz@shsd.k12.pa.us

Jr/Sr High School Picture Day: October 8, 2024

Retake Day: November 19, 2024

How It Works:

1. Pre-order today on mylifetouch.com using Picture Day ID: EVTBM3VZ4

2. Students are photographed on Picture Day

3. Orders will be sent home with your student after Picture Day

Questions about Jr/Sr High School picture day should be directed to Ms. Thorne, TThorne@shsd.k12.pa.us

We are pleased to feature the following outstanding work from Ms. Keeney's classes.

Artists of the Week: Yaretzi (12th grade, pictured on the left) and Leslie (10th grade, on the right). Both students are part of our Advanced Art class and spent the week working on their self-portraits.

Calling all ghosts & goblins! Join the Steelton-Highspire Intergovernmental Committee on Sunday, October 27th from 5:30-8pm for our Trunk or Treat and Ghostly Gala event. Students in grades K-6 are invited to participate in Trunk or Treat outdoors from 5:30-6:30pm, followed by the Ghostly Gala and Costume Contest indoors from 6:30-8pm.

Registration is required and can be completed online by scanning the QR code on the flyer below, or by visiting: https://tinyurl.com/HalloweenGala

Trunk or Treat is open to children of all ages, while the Ghostly Gala and Costume Contest is open to students in grades K-6.

School Counselor for grades K-3: Mrs. Lopez, glopez@shsd.k12.pa.us

School Counselor for grades 4-6: Mrs. Rash, jrash@shsd.k12.pa.us

School Counselor for grades 7-9: Ms. Sunday, BSunday@shsd.k12.pa.us

School Counselor for grades 10-12: Mrs. Albert, AAlbert@shsd.k12.pa.us

College & Career Counselor K-12: Mrs. Hume LHume@shsd.k12.pa.us

Transition and Co-Op Coordinator: Mrs. Warner MWarner@shsd.k12.pa.us

School Counseling Office Administrative Assistant: Ms. Navickas, JNavickas@shsd.k12.pa.us

• 10/2: School Board Committee of the Whole Meeting, 5:00pm
• 10/9: School Board Legislative Meeting, 5:30pm
• 10/11: Early Dismissal for Students - Staff In-Service
• 10/14: Schools and Offices Closed - Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples' Day

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