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Morningside STEM Elementary School
February 2020
"Morningside STEM Elementary School is changing the future
by encouraging creativity, independent thinking,
and unlimited possibilities”
Message from the Principal
Technology Infusion at Morningside STEM Elementary:
As we enter into the month of February there are many noticeable
changes taking place throughout the building. However, the most
obvious change in classrooms has been a recent shift to 1:1. This means
that as a building, we now have one device per student enrolled.
Students in kindergarten through rst grade will be utilizing iPads, while
students in second through fth grade will have laptops. This change
provides students with access to many quality learning programs to further support the creativity and
critical thinking of students. Many students have already started the process of creating reports
through Minecraft, utilizing green screen applications to bring projects to life, and writing code to
complete complex tasks.
In addition to the changes in technology, grade levels are also continuing to participate in their interdisciplinary STEM units as outlined by the building’s STEM Blueprint. Most recently some of these learning opportunities have included kindergarten students checking the building and making recommendations to Troy Windeshausen (Building Engineer) on locations of existing air drafts to conserve energy, fourth grade students constructing and improving retaining walls to prevent soil erosion, and rst grade students designing their own legends related to constellations. The results of unit projects can be seen in the grade level display cases when entering the building. In addition to technology and STEM learning opportunities taking place, parent-student-teacher conferences are fast approaching and will take place on Monday, February 24, and Tuesday, February 25. Due to conferences, there will be no classes held on Monday, February 24, and Friday, February 28. Please follow the directions on the letter that was sent home with your student to sign up for conferences by going to www.myconferencetime.com/morningside. We are looking forward to seeing you at conferences and for the opportunity to visit with you about your child’s progress. If you have any questions or concerns related to parent-student-teacher conferences, or additional information contained in this newsletter, please do not hesitate to contact us at (712)274-4048. Soar Eagles Soar, Jarod Mozer Calendar of Events All classes will be dismissed one hour early (2:30) every Monday for staff professional development. February 14 Student Council Store 8:15-8:35 room 217 February 14 Valentines Day Parties February 18 Mobile Food Pantry 3:15-5:15 in our commons February 19 East Middle Information Night for our 5th Grade Students & Parents 5:00 at EMS February 21 Student Council Store 8:15-8:35 room 217 February 24 No School/Elementary Parent-Student-Teacher Conferences & Book Fair 8:00-5:20 February 25 Elementary Parent-Student-Teacher-Conferences & Book Fair 3:40-6:20 February 28 No School/Conference Exchange Day March 2-6 Hearing Testing March 5 PTA Meeting 6:30 in our Library March 6 Student Council Store 8:15-8:35 room 217 March 10 Interpreter-Supported Conferences (ESL) 3:40-5:40 March 12 PTA Rollerama Spirit Night 6:00-8:00 March 12 Student Council Store 8:15-8:35 room 217 March 16 Grade 5 Wax Museum 1:30-2:15 in our gym March 17 Mobile Food Pantry 3:15-5:15 in our commons March 18 Grade 2 Music Program 2:45 in our gym March 20 Student Council Store 8:15-8:35 room 217 March 23 End of the Third Quarter March 26 PTA Talent Show Tryouts (more info at a later date) March 27 Student Council Store 8:15-8:35 room 217 March 31 Grade 3 Music Program 2:45 in our gym April 28-29 No School for Kindergarten ONLY due to Kindergarten Registration
February Lunch Menu
Ready for Kindergarten
Morningside STEM Elementary School is excited to announce that we will
be holding classes for parents of children ages 3-5 or in preschool on
various ways to help children get ready for an upcoming year of
Kindergarten. These classes will include literacy skills, mathematics
skills, and social and emotional skills and include a set of speci c skill-building materials for each
session.
All three sessions will be held at Morningside Elementary after students are dismissed on March 5th,
March 12th, and March 19th.
If you have a child who falls within the age limits and are interested in attending the classes, please
stop by our Ready! for Kindergarten registration table at our upcoming Parent-Teacher Conferences
on February 24th & 25th, take a look at the materials you will receive for attending the sessions, and
sign up to reserve your spot for this wonderful opportunity.
To register, you may also return the Friday Folder registration slip to the o ce by February 21st (sent
home the beginning of February). More information can be found at www.ReadyforKindergarten.org
**The classes will be available for the rst 20 families that register and attend.
Kindergarten Registration
Morningside STEM's kindergarten registration is Tuesday, April 28 and Wednesday, April 29. If you,
relatives or friends have a child who will be ve years of age on or before September 15, 2020, please
call us at 274-4048 so we may invite them to registration.
Mrs. Fox's First Grade
The rst grade has been learning about constellations and legends in Literacy and Science. Our class
learned about the legend of Orion and the stars that make up the constellation. Our class
brainstormed and came up with some ideas for our own legend and created Jack the Alligator. Our
legend included his name, where he lived, what Jack did and how he looked as a constellation. Our unit
ended with a visit from the Science Center of Iowa with a planetarium. We were able to go into the
dome and see constellations and how they look at night along with some of the names of many
constellations. What a great way to come back to school after winter break!
Our School Nurse, Kathy Bernard, RN
I-Smile Oral Health Program
Siouxland District Health Department
1014 Nebraska St., Sioux City
FREE OF CHARGE to anyone ages 0-21 and pregnant women
Oral Health Screenings
Fluoride Varnish Applications
Oral Health Education
Appointments by calling (712) 279-6119
Walk-in's on Clinic Days are also welcome!
Monday, February 10 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tuesday, February 11 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wednesday, February 12 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Thursday, February 13 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tuesday, February 18 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wednesday, February 19 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Thursday, February 20 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Friday, February 21 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Monday, February 24 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wednesday, February 26 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Thursday, February 27 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Monday, March 2 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Mrs. Gaul's Class
What warms our hearts in February…
Aremon Arndt-Patterson-playing on You Tube
Jake Beogher-my family
Xander Bock-birthdays
Svetttelana Bourassa-my home and family
Anna Burton-when the sun comes out
Dominic Colling-hot cocoa
Aniyah Collins-eating SpaghettiOs
Jaxon Davis-people caring for each other
Jonny Ehmen-everything
Dominic Etringer-specials at school
Jack Galic-being at school
Annabelle Hunting-animals being friends
Cameri Jones-Disneyland
Ryan Kramer-my mom’s computer
Weston Lammers-my mom loves me
Claire Lewis-my grandpa
Josie Murad-playing with my friends
Azalea Pace-being with people I love
So a Padilla-being with my family
Lena Person-when people give me compliments
Skyler Starks-my mom
Evelyn Stauder-a hug
Tyler Wych-a shower
Second Semester Student Council Representatives Congratulations to our second semester Student Council reps! All Year 5th Grade Leaders Melanie Bedolla Garcia James DeBates Dasha Alarcon Arcos 5th Grade Reps Steven Thawng (Mrs. Casey) Carter Modlin (Mrs. Juelfs) Charlize Carpenter (Miss Gough) Alexa Medina Miranda (Mrs. Vander Weil) 4th Grade Reps Natalie Ortmann (Mrs. Burke) Xavier Young (Ms. Gilreath) Adrianna Barajas (Mrs. Keilman) Bailey Shank (Mrs. Pomerenke) Ms. Swenson’s Class What we learned about Martin Luther King, Jr. I love teaching about Martin Luther King, Jr. He believed in equality for all no matter the color of your skin. I love that kids today, especially in kindergarten, do not see this difference in each other. My students were so sad when they learned how kids with “brown skin” were treated so many years ago. Here is what they learned: Jackson-“To be nice to each other.” Benson-“We need to treat others the way we want to be treated!” Emma-“He wanted everybody to be treated the same way no matter the color of skin.” Katt-“He wanted everyone to go to the same movie theatres.” Korbyn-“I like that he changed the world!” Jonathan-“I learned about being nice.” Kyan-“People could use the same fountains.” Sophie-“Black people and white people could go to the same movies.” Gabriel-“Use words to solve problems, like that’s not cool!” Angel-“We need to be nice to white people and black people.” Esmeralda-“I learned to be really, really nice and use my words when someone is mean to me.” Harper-“Be nice and helpful to others.” Jose-“Be nice to everyone!” Sharla-“Don’t hurt kids.” Wyatt-“Be nice so everyone can learn in the same schools.” Huy-“Be nice to people.” Susie-“He wanted everyone to be treated the same at movies, restaurants, and schools!” Dallas-“That he wants us to eat at the same restaurants.” Averie-“Treat all the people the same.” Brooklyn-“Everybody treated the same and be nice.”
Julian-“He wanted everyone to be treated the same. Be nice to brown people, let everyone go to the
same schools and use the same drinking fountains.”
Marco-“Be nice to the brown people.”
Alazar-“He said white people and brown people can sit anywhere on the bus.”
Mrs. Larson's Third Grade
"If I had one dream to make it would be......
to have peace in the world. A lot of people get hurt from not helping others. I think that we all should
work together. I have a dream that there would be peace in the world."
Love, Miya
to stop people from littering, because it hurts animals. Garbage in the ocean gets caught on the
animals. Plastic bags, shing line, and trash get in the water. People need to stop littering, because
animals deserve better."
Lela
to stop people from using alcohol and drugs. If you have drugs you could be acting strangely every
day. If you have alcohol, you could be bouncing off the walls. If you drive a car you could go out of
control, you could have to go to the hospital. Please stay away from alcohol and drugs!"
Ke'marion
to have no tobacco. It is bad for you. It can kill you. It can give you lung cancer. Smoke can get into
your lungs. You could be put in the hospital for a long time. It can give you a heart attack. Smoke gets
into your lungs and your veins harden. Don't smoke!"
Laila
LOVE IS IN THE AIR!
Mrs. Bliven’s 3rd Grade Class Creatively De nes Love In A Variety of Ways!
Please come visit outside of Room #207 to see our oating de nitions of love!
Love is when two people meet. Victor
Love is when you meet your soulmate. Cayden
Love is when you spend time with your family. Valeria
Love is when you kiss. Carson
Love is happiness for the people you love. Ethan
Love is when you say good night to God. Kaya
Love is a good feeling in your heart. Eduardo
Love is making friends forever and never forgetting each other. Aurora
Love is when you be happy and shine. Macie
Love is when your heart goes WHOOOOISH! Junior
Love is when you nd your soulmate. Max
Love is when you stay with your family forever and ever. Lily
Love is when you have feelings for someone. Cooper
Love is when your heart pumps and your face turns red. Shelby
Love is when God does a miracle for us. Abi
Love is being kind to one another and being blessed. Nabil
Love is when you nd someone that you like a lot. Juan. Love is when you can see your family. Vance Love is when my dog kisses me. Reagen Love is when someone has feelings for you. Kassandra Love is being kind when you bless someone. Angel Lopez-Walker Love is when you kiss. Leo Love is being nice to everyone. Arsema Love is in your heart. Janelly Love is to me is when having fun moments with friends until they become your soulmate. Angel S. Love is being blessed with my wonderful family. Mrs. Bliven Love is when my cat kisses me. Jayna Love is when we do it together like helping my mom and dad! Alexandra District and School Climate Survey: Coming Soon Every voice matters in Sioux City Community Schools. That’s why we need to hear from all parents and guardians. Provide feedback using our District and School Climate Survey, which is open February 4 - March 13. The survey is available in English or Spanish. How to take the survey: · A link will be sent to parents/guardians by email, text message, and voicemail. · If you do not receive a link, please contact 712-224-7471 to request a link. · Paper surveys are available for pick up at your child’s school. · Take the survey online at your child’s school while at conferences. The survey asks for feedback on student and academic support, safety and behavior, school leadership, and family involvement. We will use the results to better understand our students’ needs, determine our strengths, and identify opportunities for improvement. All survey responses are strictly con dential. The District has partnered with an independent research and communications rm, K12 Insight, to administer the survey and compile the results. District employees will not know who participates or see individual responses. If you have questions, please contact Mandie Mayo, Director of Communications, at mayoa@live.siouxcityschools.com.
Let's Talk Communication Focus 2022
An engaged community and Preparedness Strategic Plan
makes our District stronger. Student and staff safety is The Sioux City Community
That is why we have made it of paramount importance in School District Board of
easy for you to connect with the Sioux City Community Directors spent time
us whenever it is convenient School District. For this developing, with the input of
for you. We encourage you reason, the District exercises multiple stakeholder groups,
to take advantage of Let’s a host of crisis prevention the “De nition of the Well-
Talk!, our 24/7 online and planning tactics. Should Educated Student.” The
submission site. Reach out an emergency occur, the de nition is the foundation
with your ideas, questions, school noti es you through for the Focus 2022 Strategic
concerns, and praise. To our Blackboard phone Plan. The de nition identi es
make a submission, please system. In an emergency, the what students within the
visit system calls every phone educational system will be
http://www.siouxcityschools number associated with able to do upon graduating
.org/lets-talk/. your child in order to reach from our district. Learn
you. The message will give about the ve goal areas of
you details about the the strategic plan.
emergency and provide
directions on when/where to
pick up your child if the
normal school day is altered.
Learn more about school
safety.
Non-Discrimination Statement
The Sioux City Community School District offers career and technical programs in the following areas:
Business & Marketing, Family & Consumer Science, Health Science, and Industrial Arts, Technology, &
PLTW.
The Sioux City Community School District is an equal opportunity/a rmative action employer. It is an
unfair or discriminatory practice for any educational institution to discriminate on the basis of race,
creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information (for employment), national
origin, religion, age (for employment), disability, socioeconomic status (for programs), marital status
(for programs), or veteran status (for employment) in its educational programs and its employment
practices.
Inquiries or grievances, including Section 504 grievances and grievances under Title II of the
Americans with Disabilities Act, may be directed to Jen Gomez, Director of Student Services & Equity
Education at 627 4th Street, Sioux City, IA 51101, (712) 279-6075,
gomezj2@live.siouxcityschools.com. Please see District Board policies 103 and 504.4 for additional
information on available grievance procedures.Morningside STEM Elementary School
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