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Originally delivered on 3/31/2025 7:01 pm

SUBJECT: Strawberry Hill Newsletter 03.31.25

March 31, 2025
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Message from the Co-Presidents / Mensaje de los Copresidentes

Thank You for Making the Centennial Gala a Huge Success!

On behalf of the Strawberry Hill PTO, we would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to each and every one of you who attended and supported our Centennial Gala. Your presence and generosity helped make this milestone event an incredible success!

It was truly a celebration of the spirit, dedication, and community that have defined Sacred Heart and now Strawberry Hill School over the past 100 years. Whether you volunteered, donated, or simply joined us in the festivities, your support played a vital role in making the evening unforgettable.

Together, we raised important funds that will continue to enhance the educational experience for our students and strengthen the programs that make our school so special. We are deeply grateful for your continued commitment to our school and its future.

Thank you again for being a part of this historic celebration. We look forward to all the wonderful things we will continue to accomplish together in the years to come.

Warm regards,  

Krista Karwosky and Kim DiMondo
Strawberry Hill PTO Co-Presidents


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¡Gracias por hacer de la Gala del Centenario un gran éxito! 

En nombre de la Asociación de Padres y Maestros de Strawberry Hill, queremos expresar nuestro más sincero agradecimiento a todos y cada uno de los que asistieron y apoyaron nuestra Gala del Centenario. ¡Su presencia y generosidad contribuyeron a que este evento tan importante fuera un éxito increíble! 

Fue una verdadera celebración del espíritu, la dedicación y la comunidad que han definido al Sagrado Corazón y ahora a la Escuela Strawberry Hill durante los últimos 100 años. Ya sea que se ofrecieron como voluntarios, donaron o simplemente se unieron a nosotros en las festividades, su apoyo fue vital para que la noche fuera inolvidable. 

Juntos, recaudamos fondos importantes que continuarán mejorando la experiencia educativa de nuestros estudiantes y fortaleciendo los programas que hacen de nuestra escuela algo tan especial. Estamos profundamente agradecidos por su continuo compromiso con nuestra escuela y su futuro. 

Gracias nuevamente por ser parte de esta histórica celebración. Esperamos con ansias todos los logros maravillosos que seguiremos logrando juntos en los próximos años. 

Saludos cordiales, 

Krista Karwosky y Kim DiMondo 
Copresidentas de la Asociación de Padres y Maestros de Strawberry Hill

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WHAT'S UP NEXT

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


March 31st-April 13th

  • Classic Spirit Wear Sale 

April 4th-5th

  • Pioneer Players Production

April 9th

  • PTO Board/General Meeting

April 14th-18th

  • Spring Break - No School

April 26th

  • SH Earth Day Event and Bottle/Can Drive

April 30th

  • Early Release

May 3rd

  • Red Carpet Event (7th & 8th grades)

May 14th

  • PTO Board/General Meeting

May 16th

  • Pioneer Palooza
Classic Spirit Wear Sale: March 31st-April 13th

Show your Strawberry Hill pride! Shop our last in-house spirit wear sale of the year. Offering some of our favorite classic t-shirts for the spring weather. Limited time only 3/31-4/13. Account for Membership Toolkit is required to access order form. Purchase here. 

Pioneer Players Production: April 4th-5th

Come see the inaugural production of the Pioneer Players! This group of talented students have written, designed, and rehearsed over the last few months and we cannot wait to share their creation with you all! See the flyer for more information.

Strawberry Hill Earth Day Event and Bottle/Can Drive: April 26th

All students, families and staff are invited to join in on the Earth Day Event at Strawberry Hill School

📅 Date: April 26 
⏰ Time: 1:00-4:00 PM  

See the flyers for the info on the activities including a bottle and can drive raising money for our school, chance to give new homes to gently used sports equipment, seed bomb and rock painting activities, and a garden clean-up. There will also be an Ice Cream Truck!! 

All are welcome to register to attend and to sign up to volunteer! 

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  

Pioneer Palooza: May 16th

Strawberry Hill families, get excited — a brand new end-of-year celebration is coming!

We’re thrilled to introduce PIONEER PALOOZA — an evening of fun, food, and festivities for all Strawberry Hill students and their families!

Join us on Friday, May 16th from 6:00–8:00 PM on the school field (rain date: Saturday, May 17th) for:

  • Carnival games
  • Food trucks
  • Family fun
  • And live music from the Pioneer Punkz Band!


Let’s wrap up the school year together with an unforgettable night.  

Save the date and stay tuned for more information!

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!!

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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