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Originally delivered on 1/15/2024 7:01 pm

SUBJECT: Strawberry Hill Newsletter 01.15.24

January 15, 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 16th-February 14th

  • 1st Grade Clothing Drive

January 22nd

  • DEI Meeting

January 24th

  • PTO General Meeting

January 26th

  • Deadline for SPEF Educator Nominations 

January 31st

  • Early Release

February 12th

  • PTO Board Meeting

February 16th-20th

  • February Break - No School

February 24th

  • Sweetheart Dance (K-4)

February 26th

  • DEI Meeting

February 28th

  • Early Release

Para el boletín en español, haga clic aquí.

Meet the PTO
Sandy Kennedy

Strawberries: PJ - 7th grade, Grace - 5th grade

Role:  Early Release Movie Afternoon Lead

When to connect:  Contact me anytime with questions, concerns or to volunteer for movie days :)

Fun Fact:   I've never had a cell phone

Yessica Rosario

Strawberries:  Aliyah - 1st, Iriana - 2nd

Role:  Room Parents Chair

When to connect:  Anytime

Fun Fact:  I am from the Dominican Republic.   I love to spend time with my family.  I am passionate about self-improvement. 

Wrap them in layers of love!
DEI Meeting: January 22nd at 7:30 PM
PTO General Meeting-"Bullies to Buddies" Parent Workshop: January 24th at 7 PM

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 

Get ready to celebrate Black History Month with Strawberry Hill in style!

Commemorate BHM by purchasing a T-shirt and or Hoodie with our exclusive student designed logo by our very own pioneer Mason Lombardo (Gr 7). Mason won the inaugural BHM logo contest with his creative and visually captivating design that captures the essence of Black History Month and the support from the Strawberry Hill community. We can't wait to see his amazing design worn by his fellow pioneers and Strawberry Hill Families. Also, be on the lookout for displays of all the other amazing art work submitted for this year.

Grab a stylish t-shirt or hoodie by clicking on the link and/or flyer and strut your stuff in support of this creative mastermind! SALES END ON 1/25/24!  Use BHM2024 to Enjoy a 5% discount until 1/20. Don't miss out!

***If you have an MYP student that participated in this years logo contest, please use the promo code emailed to you.

SPEF 2024 Educator Awards

Help us shine a light on one of our amazing Strawberry Hill Educators!

Strawberry Hill PTO is able to nominate one of our amazing Educators for the SPEF Excellence in Education Award. This nominee will have the chance to win a $1,000 classroom donation and be honored at the Excellence in Education Awards event on Thursday, March 21, 2024.

We need your help! Nominate an educator (teacher, support staff, paraeducator, etc.) at Strawberry Hill that you feel best: 

  • Enhances student learning with enrichment
  • Embraces community collaboration by bringing outside resources into the classroom
  • Demonstrates a commitment to continuous professional development of self and others
  • Exemplifies a commitment to supporting the Stamford community


Nominations are due by January 26th by using this form.

Any questions, email, text, or call Brande at brandelphillips@gmail.com or 203-232-5635.

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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