Note from Mr. Williams Dear Sunset Hill Families,
It goes without saying that our staff is looking forward to seeing you during our virtual conferences this week. During a year when collaboration with you could not be more important, this will be a great time to reconnect, review, and build a plan for continued success. If you have not scheduled a time, please do not hesitate to reach out. It is never too late to partner, and we will continue to do what we can to support you and your child.
All conferences are scheduled virtually via Zoom during the times listed below.
Thursday, February 11 — 3:30 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, February 12 — 7:30 a.m to 3:30 p.m.
Our specialist teachers are also looking forward to connecting with you and are available according to the following Zoom schedule. Their sessions will start promptly at the times listed, but this is a great opportunity to hear from them about what the second half of the year might have in store.
Please remember that we do not have school for students tomorrow, Friday, February 12, due to conferences, and on Monday, February 15, due to President's Day. Our students will return to their regular learning schedule on Tuesday, February 16.
Warmly,
Did You Know? I Love to Read Month is Every Month at Sunset Hill! At Sunset Hill, we are a community of readers. For this year's I Love to Read Month celebration, the festivities will be spread over the next few months because we love to read throughout the year! Students can complete this READ-O (BINGO) sheet and return the it to SH for a prize! Distance Choice students, your teachers will celebrate Spirit Week with you during your morning meetings. Happy Reading and watch for more reading fun to come.
Random Acts of Kindness If you haven't had a chance to watch the Random Acts of Kindness video yet, please take a minute to do so now. It will bring a smile to your face.
Transportation App With the winter months here, busses can at times be late due to inclement weather. Would you like to know if your child's bus is on time and where it is in the route? There is an app for that! You can get all the latest information on this app. Click here for detailed information on how to download the app
Picture Day Picture Day has been rescheduled for February 23, 2021. In-person students will get their photos taken during the school day. Distance choice students will be able to come into school from 3:30 p.m. to 5:45 p.m. that evening. Please make sure you have signed up for a slot via the Sign Up Genius sent to you by your teacher. Please note: Currently, we do not have a Picture Retake Day scheduled.
Reminders Drop-off and pick-up Our parent drop off and pick up continues to go well but can always improve. We are asking that you continue to do the following:
Cold weather An arctic blast is headed our way. Please be sure your child(ren) bundle up and wear all their winter gear. Should any family need support in getting winter clothes, please contact Amy Schmidt, our school social worker, at 763.745.5907.
Reporting Absences in Skyward Family Access When your student is absent, we need you to report the absence in Skyward Family Access, or with a call to the attendance line at 763-745-5955, to let us know the reason for the absence. If we do not hear from you, the absence will be unexcused. Informing the teacher is helpful, but the absences must be reported in Skyward or to the attendance line for recording purposes.
PTSA News
Join the Sunset Hill PTSA Making more happen on the Sunny Side! Membership gives you the opportunity to make a difference in your school.
Restaurant Night at Portillo's Mark your calendar for February 23 from 5 to 8 p.m. for a Restaurant Night at Portillo's in Maple Grove! More details to follow next week.
Wayzata Spiritwear Support an amazing local small business while also supporting the Sunset Hill PTSA! 24/7 Active in Wayzata has a full line up of face masks, online and in store. They have several custom Wayzata face masks to choose from. Wayzata Spiritwear featuring a mask "Together, we are Wayzata Strong" is available in three sizes, child (extra-small), youth (small), and adult (medium/large).
Box Tops Please download the Box Tops app today in the Apple App Store or Google Play to start earning money for our school. Cash will be added to Sunset Hill's account when you purchase a participating product (look for the Box Tops logo) and then scan the store receipt into the Box Tops App. Anyone can participate so please share with family or friends who may want to help.
Support the Sunset Hill PTSA with AmazonSmile AmazonSmile...an easy way to support Sunset Hill from home! Did you know that, just by setting up your account, the Sunset Hill PTSA can get a small (0.5%) donation from your Amazon purchases through AmazonSmile? Go to smile.amazon.com. Search for "Sunset Hill Elementary PTSA" (it's listed as Minneapolis). If you use the Amazon app, please link to AmazonSmile.
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Around the District Culinary Express Meal Updates for February Culinary Express Meal Updates for February Elementary iPads and Returning to School
Elementary iPads and Returning to School Information Virtual Calming Room for Elementary Students Elementary Virtual Calming Room WPS Native American Education Resources
Community Ed We have a big summer of youth camps planned! Join us at Oakwood Elementary School where your child can learn, grow, and play with friends all summer long. Youth camps include everything from science, engineering, arts and crafts, dance, theater, and more. With a wide variety of camps to choose from, there is something to spark your interest! Registration is now open. Sign up by March 20 for a 5% discount on all classes! Register now!
Calendar School Events District Events Thursday, March 18, 2021 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM School Board Meetings |