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Originally delivered on 4/15/2024 7:01 pm

SUBJECT: Strawberry Hill Newsletter 04.15.24

April 15, 2024
IB Learner Profile Attribute of the Month


Principled:  Pioneers act with integrity and honesty, with a strong sense of fairness and justice, and with respect for the dignity and rights of people everywhere. We take responsibility for our actions and their consequences. 

Principios: Los pioneros actúan con integridad y honestidad, con un fuerte sentido de la equidad y la justicia, y con respeto por la dignidad y los derechos de las personas en todas partes. Asumimos la responsabilidad de nuestras acciones y sus consecuencias.

Message from the Co-Presidents

We know the past week has been difficult for our Strawberry Hill Community and hope that everyone is taking some time this week to relax. Please know that we are here to support families, teachers, and students. As a reminder, the Rowan Center has online resources to help families. Additionally they provide free, confidential help through phone (203-329-2929 (English) and 888-568-8332 (Spanish), text (888-999-5545), and online chat.


We have much to be proud of and to look forward to as a community. We hope to see you at our upcoming activities shared below, so we can support each other as we process our hurt and celebrate our amazing students.

 

Entendemos que la semana pasada ha sido difícil para nuestra Comunidad de Strawberry Hill y esperamos que todos estén tomando un tiempo esta semana para relajarse. Queremos que sepan que estamos aquí para apoyar a las familias, maestros y estudiantes. Como recordatorio, el Centro Rowan tiene recursos en línea para ayudar a las familias. Además, ofrecen ayuda gratuita y confidencial a través del teléfono (203-329-2929 para inglés y 888-568-8332 para español), mensaje de texto (888-999-5545) y chat en línea.


Tenemos mucho de qué estar orgullosos y qué esperar como comunidad. Esperamos verlos en nuestras próximas actividades, que compartimos a continuación, para poder apoyarnos mutuamente mientras procesamos nuestro dolor y celebramos a nuestros increíbles estudiantes.


Jennifer Forman & Lauren Scopaz Daunais

WHAT'S UP NEXT

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


April 15th - 19th

  • Spring Recess - No School

April 27th

  • Earth Day Fundraiser

April 29th

  • DEI Meeting

May 5th

  • SPS Day at Yankee Stadium

May 10th

  • A Red Carpet Night (7th & 8th grade dance)

May 13th 

  • PTO Board Meeting

May 16th

  • Voices of Strawberry Hill

May 22nd

  • Early Release


Para el boletín en español, haga clic aquí.

SPS Day at Yankee Stadium! May 5th

SPS Day at Yankee Stadium on May 5th, 2024 at 1:35pm

NY Yankees vs. Detroit Tigers


Purchase tickets at:  https://fevo.me/3SCDKO7

  • During online check-out, please choose Strawberry Hill School
  • Each ticket sold will contain $10 or $15 of fundraising profit for our PTO
  • You manage your own ticket and can transfer them to someone else, if needed.
  • Tickets can be purchased up until the day before the game (May 4th) unless sold out beforehand. 


Each ticket purchase includes:

  • Game entry
  • $15 Voucher that can be redeemed for ANY food/drink item at ANY concession vendor
  • Yankees Backpack
Strawberry Hill Earth Day Event: April 27th, 1-4pm

Earth Day event on April 27th! Celebrate the earth with the school community. There is something for everyone.

Come for any or all of the event. 

See the flyer for more info and times: 

  • Bring redeemable cans and bottles to raise money for Strawberry Hill. Start saving them now! (1-4pm) 
  • Activities: Paint rocks; make seed bombs; help in the garden; play with friends; enjoy the outdoors! (1:30-3:30) 
  • Participate in the swap and share: bring sports equipment and games to give away and/or pick up what you need! (1-3:30pm) 

Sign up to volunteer here. We need you! *we also invite students to help sort the bottle and can donations*  

Questions? Email strawberryhillgreenteam@gmail.com with questions and we’d love to know if you’re bringing something to the swap.  

A Red Carpet Night: May 10th

All 8th and 7th graders are invited!  Dress to impress!

When: Friday, May 10, 2024 from 6:30-9:00 pm 
Where: Strawberry Hill Cafeteria and Auditorium

Admission is $15 (2 slices of pizza, snacks, drinks, and cookies is included in the price of admission).  Tickets are ONLY available on-line for advanced purchase (no walk-ins).  Purchase tickets here.

We need volunteers!  Sign up here to volunteer.

We are asking for donations of water, juice and chips for the 7th and 8th Grade Dance! Donate here. 

Save the Date for the 3rd Annual Voices of Strawberry Hill -- Thursday, 5/16 @ 6-8pm

Mark your calendars for the 3rd Annual Voices of Strawberry Hill Event, celebrating expressions of identity. There will be a picture book reading by a local author, poems and other written works read by MYP students, an interactive wall celebrating Pride Month, and an ice cream truck! See flyer for details on timing.  

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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