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Originally delivered on 11/4/2024 7:01 pm

SUBJECT: Strawberry Hill Newsletter 11.04.24

November 4, 2024
IB Learner Profile Attribute of the Month

Communicators:  We express ourselves confidently and creatively in more than one language and in many ways.  We collaborate effectively, listening carefully to the perspectives of other individuals and groups.

Comunicadores:  Nos expresamos con confianza y creatividad en más de un idioma y de muchas maneras. Colaboramos de manera efectiva, escuchando atentamente las perspectivas de otros individuos y grupos.

Message from the Co-Presidents

This month, we are proud to highlight the IB Learner Profile attribute of "Communicator." This quality emphasizes the importance of expressing ideas and feelings clearly, and it plays a vital role in our students' personal and academic development. We encourage you to engage with your children about the value of communication and to embody this principle by sharing your thoughts and suggestions regarding our school community.

Your input is essential, and we want to hear what you would like to see at our school! Whether it’s new ideas for events, feedback on programs, or ways to enhance our environment, your voice matters. Additionally, we invite you to volunteer your time and talents for upcoming events—every contribution, big or small, helps us create enriching experiences for our children. Let’s work together to foster a community where communication thrives and our students can flourish!

We would love to hear from you!

Kim DiMondo and Krista Karwosky
strawberryhillpto@gmail.com

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Este mes, estamos orgullosos de destacar el atributo "Comunicador" del perfil de aprendizaje del IB. Esta cualidad enfatiza la importancia de expresar ideas y sentimientos con claridad y juega un papel vital en el desarrollo personal y académico de nuestros estudiantes. Lo alentamos a interactuar con sus hijos sobre el valor de la comunicación y a encarnar este principio compartiendo sus pensamientos y sugerencias sobre nuestra comunidad escolar. 

¡Su opinión es esencial y queremos escuchar lo que le gustaría ver en nuestra escuela! Ya sean nuevas ideas para eventos, comentarios sobre programas o formas de mejorar nuestro medio ambiente, su voz importa. Además, lo invitamos a ofrecer su tiempo y talentos como voluntario para los próximos eventos; cada contribución, grande o pequeña, nos ayuda a crear experiencias enriquecedoras para nuestros niños. ¡Trabajemos juntos para fomentar una comunidad donde la comunicación prospere y nuestros estudiantes puedan prosperar!

¡Nos encantaría saber de usted!

Kim DiMondo y Krista Karwosky
strawberryhillpto@gmail.com

WHAT'S UP NEXT

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


November 5th

  • Election Day - No School

November 6th

  • Picture Re-take Day

November 11th

  • Veteran's Day - No School

November 13th

  • PTO Board/General Meeting

November 15th

  • Multicultural Fair

November 16th

  • Family Portrait Day with TMR Imagery 

November 27th

  • Early Release

November 28th-29th

  • Thanksgiving Break - No School

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2024 RETAKE Picture Day: November 6th

Steady Photography offers a free Retake Day on November 6th. If you're unhappy with the results of your child's portrait for any reason or missed picture day, you may elect to have a retake. Original photos must be returned on retake day.   

We will also take the following whole grade group photos:

  • 4th and 8th Grade (for the yearbook)
  • 6th and 7th Grade

If you missed picture day last month, you can order prints with a credit card here.  Password (case sensitive): STRAW24

If you prefer to pay with cash or check (made out to Steady Photography on the retake picture day), click on the order form. Please note that exact change is required if paying in cash.

For more details and if you have any questions, please reach out to StrawberryHillPTO@gmail.com.

If you have trouble ordering, please call Steady Photography at 203-488-5170, Monday-Friday between 9am-3pm.

PTO Board & General Meeting: November 13th

Please join us for the PTO Board/General meeting.  All are welcome! The meeting will be virtual, details below.


When: Wednesday, November 13th from 7:00-9:00pm
Where: Via Zoom
Meeting ID: 851 5857 1874

2nd Annual Strawberry Hill Multicultural Fair: November 15th

Please Save the Date for the 2nd Annual Strawberry Hill Multicultural Fair:  Friday, 11/15/24 @ 6-8pm.

We are on the hunt for “Ambassador” families that want to share their culture at our 2nd Annual Strawberry Hill Multicultural Fair.
Ambassadors get to show off cool displays, games, tasty treats, or even artistic performances! Each family will rock their own table space in the cafe or hallway. Performances will be in the gym. Please sign up ASAP to be an Ambassador here.

Even if you don’t want to be an Ambassador, we’d love for you to attend the event to learn about your friends’ cultures! Sign up as an attendee via MTK.  

If you’d like to volunteer to help with setup or cleanup, sign up here.

Family Portrait Day with TMR Imagery: November 16th

Are you looking for a great family picture? A holiday card photo? An opportunity to capture a beautiful moment?

When: Saturday, November 16th from 9:00am-3:30pm 
Where: Bartlett Arboretum

$65 Fee includes a 10-minute photo session & a download of all edited images.

Do not delay signing up - slots are limited and go quickly! We regret that fees are non-refundable. 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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