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Originally delivered on 1/1/2024 7:01 pm

SUBJECT: Strawberry Hill Newsletter 01.01.24

January 1, 2024
IB Learner Profile Attribute of the Month


Open Minded:  Pioneers critically appreciate our own cultures and personal histories, as well as the values and traditions of others. We seek and evaluate a range of points of view, and we are willing to grow from the experience.


Mente Abierta: Los pioneros aprecian críticamente nuestras propias culturas e historias personales, así como los valores y tradiciones de los demás. Buscamos y evaluamos una variedad de puntos de vista, y estamos dispuestos a crecer a partir de la experiencia.

WHAT'S UP NEXT

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

January 7th

  • Bridgeport Islanders Game

January 8th

  • PTO Board Meeting (Virtual)

January 15th

  • MLK Day - No School

January 24th

  • PTO General Meeting

January 29th

  • DEI Meeting

January 31st

  • Early Release

Para el boletín en español, haga clic aquí.

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 Board Meeting: January 8th, 7:00pm

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, January 8th from 7:00-8:30pm
Where: Via Zoom

PTO General Meeting-"Bullies to Buddies" Parent Workshop: January 24th

Listen up, parents! You don't want to miss out on the "Bullies to Buddies'' workshop with Connie Palmer, LCSW, a youth whisperer with over 30 years of experience! Connie's the boss of Therapeutic Learning Connections LLC and has worked her magic to tackle bullying in schools and communities. She worked with our students last year and now she's sharing the parent portion of this program! 

When: Wednesday, January 24th from 7:00-8:30pm
Where: Strawberry Hill Media Center or via Zoom
Meeting ID: 873 9926 5904
Passcode: 711365 

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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