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Originally delivered on 12/18/2023 7:01 pm

SUBJECT: Strawberry Hill Newsletter 12.18.23

December 18, 2023
IB Learner Profile Attribute of the Month

Caring:  Pioneers show empathy, compassion and respect. We have a commitment to service, and we act to make a positive difference in the lives of others and in the world around us.

Solidaridad: Los pioneros muestran empatía, compasión y respeto. Tenemos un compromiso de servicio y actuamos para marcar una diferencia positiva en la vida de los demás y en el mundo que nos rodea.

WHAT'S UP NEXT

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

December 19th - 22nd

  • Fifth Grade's Annual Book Drive

December 20th

  • Last day of Gently Used Uniform/Spiritwear and Winter Gear Drive

December 22nd

  • Early Release
  • Deadline for MYP Students to submit art for BHM logo

December 25th - January 1st

  • Winter Recess - No School

January 7th

  • Bridgeport Islanders Game

January 8th

  • PTO Board Meeting (Virtual)

January 15th

  • MLK Day - No School

January 24th

  • PTO General Meeting

January 31st

  • Early Release

Para el boletín en español, haga clic aquí.

Meet the PTO
Kathleen Vasco

Strawberries: Kaila - 8th grade

Role:  I am one of the secretaries on the PTO Board.

When to connect:  I am available to connect anytime after 6 pm.

Fun Fact:  I have an identical twin sister and we are both teachers.

Betty Kulikowski

Strawberries: Marcus - 7th grade

Role: DEI Committee Co-Chair

When to connect: Anytime

Fun Fact: I am an avid reader and often read multiple books at a time.  I want to pass the love of literature to my son.

Gently Used Uniform, Spiritwear, and Winter Gear Drive

Drop off clean items in the box by the office entrance by December 20th.

Calling all MYP Creative Minds, Artists or Designers!

Are you a creative-minded MYP student? We are currently searching for the next designer of the logo for Black History Month! This is an exciting opportunity for you to create a logo that will be featured on next year's BHM apparel. Imagine seeing your friends and staff proudly wearing your design. If you're interested, make sure you submit your design to strawberryhillbhm@gmail.com by December 22nd. We're eagerly awaiting your creation!  The final design will be chosen on January 5th.

Fan Appreciation Night - Bridgeport Islanders Ice Hockey: January 7th

Bridgeport Islanders vs Checkers Hockey Match

Sunday, January 07 at 3pm

Discounted tickets: $25 each + fees (center ice)/ includes a Bridgeport Islanders Hat

Click here to purchase

See Flyers for more Information.

PTO General Meeting: January 24th

Save the date! January 24th @ 7pm

"Bullies to Buddies"

Connie Palmer, licensed clinical social worker and former teacher, therapist, and school counselor with more than thirty years of experience working with youth and their families will lead a parent workshop at our January PTO meeting. The meeting will be hybrid.

More information is coming soon.

MYP Grading Explained & PYP Writing Highlights

Are you curious how the MYP grading works? Do you want to hear some amazing 3rd and 4th grade writing? Did you miss the November 29th PTO General Meeting?

Have no fear! You can watch the recording of the meeting here, and the presentation on MYP grading is available here. 

Reminder that you can access the recordings and minutes from all our PTO meetings on the School Governance page of our our PTO Membership Toolkit website. 

Free Food Is Available For Your Child

Free weekend food is available for your student through Filling in the Blanks.  Please see the flyers below.

The Parent Leadership Teacher Institute - Free resource for parents!

Stamford's Parent Leadership Training Institute is looking for parents, grandparents, guardians or other adults wishing to improve the lives of children, families, and communities to join the 2024 PTLI program beginning this January in-person.  Please see the flyer below for more information.

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.  

Stamford Public Schools

Strawberry Hill School Website

Strawberry Hill PTO Website

Strawberry Hill Facebook Page   

Strawberry Hill PTO Facebook Page

International Baccalaureate Website

PT Council of Stamford

Stamford Board of Education

Strawberry Hill PTO School Governance

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