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Originally delivered on 10/9/2023 8:02 pm

SUBJECT: Strawberry Hill Newsletter 10.09.23

October 9, 2023
IB Learner Profile Attribute of the Month

Risk Takers:  Pioneers approach uncertainty with forethought and determination; we work independently and cooperatively to explore new ideas and innovative strategies. We are resourceful and resilient in the face of challenges and change.

Tomadores de riesgos: los pioneros abordan la incertidumbre con previsión y determinación; trabajamos de forma independiente y cooperativa para explorar nuevas ideas y estrategias innovadoras. Somos ingeniosos y resilientes ante los desafíos y el cambio.

Meet the PTO

WHAT'S UP NEXT

(Scroll down for details on events in the near future)

October 9th

  • Columbus Day - No School

October 16th

  • PTO Board Meeting

October 20th

  • Strawberry Dash

October 25th

  • Early Release

October 27th

  • Halloween MYP Monster Mash

October 28th

  • All School Trunk or Treat 

November 4th

  • Family Portrait Day

November 7th

  • Election Day - No School

November 10th

  • Veterans Day - No School

November 13th

  • Picture Retake Day
  • PTO Board Meeting

Para el boletín en español, haga clic aquí.

PTO Board Meeting: October 16th at 7 PM

All are welcome to join our monthly PTO Board meetings. You do not need to be on the Board to attend. Learn about the planning and decision making process of the PTO, get a heads up on upcoming events, and hear from school leadership. There is a time for any attendee to share ideas, questions, or concerns at the end of each meeting. Join us!

When: Monday, October 16th from 7:00-8:30pm
Where: Hybrid - In Person at Strawberry Hill Media Center or Via Zoom

Add meeting to your Google Calendar 

Meeting ID: 873 9926 5904
Passcode: 711365

Questions? Email: strawberryhillpto@gmail.com

The DASH - our school's biggest fundraiser of the year!

Let’s raise funds that support the needs of all our students, while building community and school spirit in a healthy and active manner!

Check out the flyer for additional information & mark your calendar to come cheer at the DASH events:

Thursday, October 19th: 7th & 8th Grade Color Run

Warm Up: 2:15pm
Run: 2:25pm

Want to volunteer to help at the Color Run? Sign up here.

Friday, October 20th: 5th & 6th Grade Obstacle Course in the front of school, run by Grit Ninja

5th grade: 9:15-10:15
6th Grade: 10:15-11:15

Want to volunteer to help at the Obstacle Course? Sign up here.

Friday, October 20th: K-4th Grade Fun Run around the parking lot in back of school

Warm Up 2:00
K-1st Grade Run: 2:20
2nd Grade- 4th Grade Run: 2:45

Want to volunteer to help at the Fun Run? Sign up here.

At the end of the fundraising period (October 27th), the announcement will be made of:

o The winning grade that raised the most money

o The winning class with the greatest percentage of students registered on FundHub - no donation required, just sign up.

Click here for the flyers in English and Spanish.

Any questions? Reach out to StrawberryHillDASH@gmail.com

Halloween MYP Monster Mash: October 27th

Please join us for a Halloween MYP Monster Mash (5th-8th grade)

Friday, October 27th 6:00pm-8:00pm held in the Gym

Tickets: $15 entry includes 2 Slices of Pizza (include the link to buy the tickets). Tickets are limited!

Click here to register!
Volunteers Needed! Volunteer sign-up here.

Snacks and glow items will be available for purchase.

IMPORTANT: NO MASKS OR PROPS PLEASE! 

Do you have any old Halloween decorations you no longer need?  We can use them to decorate the event.  Please drop them off in the box in the front vestibule at school.

Any questions? Reach out to Betty Kulikowski at bmkulikowski@gmail.com

All School Trunk or Treat: October 28th

Celebration for Strawberry Hill Students and Families ONLY
 
Saturday, October 28th 2-4pm at Strawberry Hill School 

VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED TO MAKE THIS EVENT SAFE! SIGN UP HERE.

YOU WANT TO DECORATE YOUR TRUNK? SIGN UP HERE (up to 25 cars max).  

TREAT DONATIONS ARE NEEDED! Our treat eating monster, Chompy, is back and Hungry! Please feed him donations to be given out at the Trunk or Treat. He is located in the front vestibule of the school, near the office.  

There will be a raffle to support the cost of this event! $1 per ticket / $10 for 12 tickets
 
*IMPORTANT SAFETY MESSAGE: Driveway off of 5th Street (near the barn and all the way to the front of the school) is designated for the decorated vehicles ONLY. Do not plan to park there and do not move any barriers in place to block roadway. Park in the main parking lot or the kindergarten pick up lot.*

See Flyer for more information. ANY QUESTIONS? EMAIL: SHptoEvents@gmail.com

Family Portrait Day: November 4th

Saturday, November 4th 1st 9:00am-3:00pm at the Bartlett Arboretum

$65 Fee (a portion of the proceeds help support the PTO for future events)

Enjoy a 10-minute photo session with your family and the ability to download all prints just in time for family holiday cards or a beautiful photo gift. Do not delay signing up - slots are limited and go quickly! See flyers for more details.

Sign up Here.

Uniform & Spirit Wear Information

UNIFORMS:  Strawberry Hill established a dress code as a way to promote school unity by giving students a sense of pride in their school, encouraging a focus on academics, and promoting safety by identifying our students to staff and our community.   Please visit our school's page for uniform provider information.

Place your French Toast or Lands End uniform orders today. 

Lands End: 
  • Online: Log on to landsend.com, click on School, Search by our school number (900189770) or by location.
French Toast:
  • Online: Log on to frenchtoast.com, click on School, Search by our school number (QS5VCMC) or by location.


If you are in need of a donated uniform, please contact strawberryhillpto@gmail.com and indicate child's name, teacher and size. 

CAN WE GET SOME S-P-I-R-I-T!

Visit:  https://strawberryhillspiritwear.com/ to place your order!

Support Our School
You can purchase labels for your student’s uniforms, water bottles, canisters and 20% of your purchase is paid to Strawberry Hill.  The labels are waterproof, dishwater and microwave safe.  Enter Strawberry Hill in the search box and you’re all set to shop labels to support our school. Our school’s Strawberry Logo is also available for printed labels in our special Label Pack.

Use the new Box Tops App to scan your receipt. The app will find participating products purchased at any store and instantly add cash to your organization's earnings online.

Stay Informed About Strawberry Hill School and Stamford Public Schools!

There are many ways to stay informed about what is happening at our school and in the district. 

  • Sign up for SPS district alerts here. 
  • Email ptcouncilofstamford@gmail.com and ask to sign up for the newsletter if you want to know more about what is happening in the district.
  • Access recent district postings in “District News” on the SPS homepage here and the SPS Parent University resources here 
  • Make sure you have a PowerSchool Parent Portal account here. If you do not have an account or need help, contact Mrs. Wilcox, our school’s Technology Integration and Support Specialist (TISS), at twilcox@stamfordct.gov.
  • Register for our Strawberry Hill PTO website here 
  • Visit our school website here 

If you have any questions about the PT Council or district resources, please contact Brande Phillips at brandelphillips@gmail.com.  

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