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Originally delivered on 2/3/2025 7:01 pm

SUBJECT: Strawberry Hill Newsletter 02.03.25

February 3, 2025

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IB Learner Profile Attribute of the Month

Inquirers:  We nurture our curiosity, developing skills for inquiry and research. We know how to learn independently and with others. We learn with enthusiasm and sustain our love of learning throughout life.

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Message from the Co-Presidents

Dear Strawberry Hill Families,

We’re thrilled to announce some exciting events coming up this winter and spring that will bring our community together and create lasting memories for our students and families!  First on the agenda is our PYP Strawberry Sweetheart Dance, a wonderful evening filled with music, dancing, and delicious treats. It’s a perfect opportunity to enjoy a special night with your children, making memories and celebrating the season of love. Be sure to mark your calendars! 

Next, we’ll be hosting our MYP Skate Night, where students can enjoy a fun-filled evening of skating, laughter, and good times on the rink. Whether you’re a seasoned skater or just there for the fun, this event promises to be a blast for everyone! And speaking of exciting events, we’re also preparing for the 100-Year Gala, a grand celebration honoring the rich history of our school building. It’s going to be a fantastic night filled with community spirit and a chance to celebrate this significant milestone in style.  

Lastly, get ready for some friendly competition with our Coin Wars and showcase your talents at the Spring Talent Show! Both events will provide opportunities for spirited fun while supporting our PTO and our school. We can’t wait to see the amazing talents our students will share at the talent show. These events, along with many others, are wonderful ways to connect, contribute, and create unforgettable moments for our school community.  

Please remember that to make all these events a success, we need parent volunteers. Keep an eye out for ways you can help; an email will be sent out with more details.  

Thank you,  

Kim DiMondo and Krista Karwosky

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Estimadas familias de Strawberry Hill, 

¡Estamos encantados de anunciar algunos eventos emocionantes que se avecinan este invierno y primavera que unirán a nuestra comunidad y crearán recuerdos duraderos para nuestros estudiantes y familias! Lo primero en la agenda es nuestro Baile del Amor de Fresa del PEP, una velada maravillosa llena de música, baile y delicias deliciosas. Es una oportunidad perfecta para disfrutar de una noche especial con tus hijos, creando recuerdos y celebrando la temporada del amor. ¡Asegúrense de marcar sus calendarios!  
A continuación, organizaremos nuestra Noche de patinaje del PAI, donde los estudiantes podrán disfrutar de una velada llena de diversión, patinaje, risas y buenos momentos en la pista. Ya seas un patinador experimentado o simplemente estés ahí por diversión, ¡este evento promete ser una maravilla para todos! Y hablando de eventos emocionantes, también nos estamos preparando para la Gala de los 100 años, una gran celebración que rinde homenaje a la rica historia del edificio de nuestra escuela. Será una noche fantástica llena de espíritu comunitario y una oportunidad para celebrar este importante hito con estilo.  

Por último, ¡prepárate para una competencia amistosa con nuestras Coin Wars y muestra tus talentos en el Spring Talent Show! Ambos eventos brindarán oportunidades para divertirse animadamente mientras apoyan a nuestro PTO y a nuestra escuela. No podemos esperar a ver los increíbles talentos que nuestros estudiantes compartirán en el show de talentos. Estos eventos, junto con muchos otros, son formas maravillosas de conectarse, contribuir y crear momentos inolvidables para nuestra comunidad escolar.  

Recuerde que para que todos estos eventos sean un éxito, necesitamos padres voluntarios. Esté atento a las formas en que puede ayudar; Se enviará un correo electrónico con más detalles.  


Gracias,  

Kim DiMondo y Krista Karwosky

WHAT'S UP NEXT

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


February 12th

  • PTO Board/General Meeting

February 14th-17th

  • February Break - No School

February 21st

  • Last day of early bird pricing for 2025 Gala

February 22nd

  • Sweetheart Dance (Grades K-4)

February 26th

  • Early Release

March 12th

  • PTO Board/General Meeting
Strawberry Hill Marquee Birthday Wishes!!!

Wish your favorite student a very Happy Birthday on the Marquee out back by the field. $10 for each dedication on the outside Marquee. For $20, you will get to display your birthday shout both inside and outside. Our inside screen has the ability to provide a personal message as well as a photo to your special person.

Buy a wish now!  To purchase, log into your account at the PTO website.

The format for the Marquee will be HAPPY BIRTHDAY FIRST NAME, LAST NAME INITIAL ONLY.

TIMING: Requests should be at least ONE FULL WEEK prior to the birthday. 

Weekend/Holiday Birthday: We've got you covered. Your message can be displayed the prior week before the weekend or the school break.

Summer Birthday: Celebrate half birthdays during the school year.

Make someone's day special with a birthday wish especially for them!!

PTO Board & General Meeting: February 12th

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

When: Wednesday, February 12th from 7:00pm

Where: Via Zoom

Meeting ID: 851 5857 1874

💖 PYP Sweetheart Dance (K–4): February 22nd

The Sweetheart Dance- A special evening for students in K-4th grades and their family.  ✨ Join us for an enchanted evening of fun, food, and dancing! ✨  Don't miss this magical event!

Date: Saturday, February 22nd, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Strawberry Hill Cafeteria & Gym

Tickets are limited and only available for advance purchase. There will be no ticket sales at the door, and walk-ins will be turned away. All children must be accompanied by a paying adult. Click here to purchase tickets.

Want to help make the evening a success?
Volunteers are essential! Sign up here to lend a hand.  

For questions, contact us at shptoevents@gmail.com.

We look forward to seeing you there!

2025 Gala Early Bird Tickets On Sale!

The PTO cordially invites you to join us in honoring our past as we design our future.

Don't miss this our biggest fundraiser of the year.  

Hurry EARLY BIRD pricing ends 2/21.  Purchase tickets here.

SPS Day at Yankee Stadium: April 26th

Please join us for SPS Day @ Yankee Stadium - NY Yankees vs. Toronto Blue Jays Saturday, April 26th, 2025@1:05pm.

Purchase tickets at: https://fevo-enterprise.com/event/Stamfordparent2
 
Please note: During online check-out, the purchaser will select which SPS school they are associated with. 

Each ticket purchase includes: 

  • Game entry 
  • $15 Voucher that can be redeemed for ANY food/drink item at ANY concession vendor
  • Yankees Baseball Hat 

A portion of each ticket will go back to support the PTO! Sponsored by Stamford Parent Teacher Council  

🌍 Earth Day Planning Volunteers Needed! 🌱

We’re gearing up for our Earth Day event on April 26th and would love your help! If you’re passionate about the environment, looking for hands on ways to get involved at Strawberry Hill and want to make a difference, join us in planning this special day.

It’s because of the families that come together that create a memorable celebration each year! Reach out if you’re interested in volunteering, strawberryhillgreenteam@gmail.com  🌎✨

Parents and SH Family Businesses: We Want to Partner With You!

Are You a Strawberry Hill Family That Owns A Business...or maybe you work for a business that we can collaborate with?

Please fill out the SH Family Businesses Google Form.

We have lots of upcoming opportunities to promote your business and would love to make sure all companies are included.  Here are just a few options:

  • Advertising in Yearbooks and Musical Playbill
  • Sponsorships
  • Business Directory on our website
  • Events: Vendor at our Community Tag Sale
  • Events: Gala (100 yr celebration of Strawberry Hill/Sacred Heart 1925 building)

We would love to hear from you!

Help Us Make Our Community Even Better!

We ask that you complete the 2024-2025 PTO Feedback And Suggestions Google Form.

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!

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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