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Originally delivered on 5/12/2025 7:01 pm

SUBJECT: Strawberry Hill Newsletter 05.12.25

May 12, 2025
IB Learner Profile Attribute of the Month

Balanced:  We understand the importance of balancing different aspects of our lives–intellectual, physical, and emotional– to achieve well-being for ourselves and others.  We recognize our interdependence with other people and with the world in which we live.

Equilibrado:  Entendemos la importancia de equilibrar los diferentes aspectos de nuestra vida —intelectual, físico y emocional— para lograr el bienestar propio y el de los demás. Reconocemos nuestra interdependencia con los demás y con el mundo en el que vivimos.

Message from the Co-Presidents / Mensaje de los Copresidentes

Spring is in the air, and as we head into the final stretch of the school year, we’re feeling so grateful for everything this year has brought—learning, growth, and the strong sense of community we’ve built together.

We’re especially excited to share something new with you—our very first Pioneer Palooza! This brand-new event is all about bringing families, students, and staff together for an evening of fun games, great food, and time to connect. We can’t wait to celebrate the amazing year we’ve had in a memorable way.

This season also gives us a great opportunity to reflect on the IB Learner Profile and the idea of being balanced. Between school, family, and everything in between, it’s important to make time for fun and community, too. That’s exactly what Pioneer Palooza is all about—finding that healthy balance and enjoying the people around us.

Thank you for being such an important part of our Strawberry Hill family. We’re so looking forward to kicking off this new tradition with you!


Krista Karwosky and Kim DiMondo
Strawberry Hill PTO Co-Presidents


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Ya se siente la primavera, y al acercarnos a la recta final del año escolar, nos sentimos muy agradecidos por todo lo que este año nos ha traído: aprendizaje, crecimiento y el fuerte sentido de comunidad que hemos construido juntos.

Nos emociona especialmente compartir algo nuevo con ustedes: ¡nuestra primera Pioneer Palooza! Este nuevo evento se centra en reunir a familias, estudiantes y personal para una noche de juegos divertidos, comida deliciosa y tiempo para conectar. ¡Estamos deseando celebrar este increíble año de una forma memorable!

Esta temporada también nos brinda una gran oportunidad para reflexionar sobre el Perfil de la Comunidad de Aprendizaje del IB y la idea de un equilibrio. Entre la escuela, la familia y todo lo demás, es importante dedicar tiempo también a la diversión y a la comunidad. De eso se trata Pioneer Palooza: de encontrar ese equilibrio saludable y disfrutar de la gente que nos rodea.

Gracias por ser una parte tan importante de nuestra familia de Strawberry Hill. ¡Estamos deseando dar comienzo a esta nueva tradición con ustedes!

Krista Karwosky y Kim DiMondo
Copresidentas de la PTO de Strawberry Hill

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WHAT'S UP NEXT

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


May 14th

  • PTO Board/General Meeting

May 16th

  • Pioneer Palooza

May 19th

  • Deadline to purchase yearbooks (shipped to school)

May 26th

  • Memorial Day (No school)

May 29th

  • Spring Concerts (evening)

June 4th

  • PTO Board/General Meeting

June 11th-13th

  • Early Release

June 13th

  • Last Day of School
PTO Board & General Meeting: May 14th
Please join us for the PTO Board/General meeting.  All are welcome! 

When: Wednesday, May 14th from 7:00-9:00pm

Where: Virtual via Zoom

Meeting ID: 851 5857 1874

Pioneer Palooza: May 16th

We’re closing out the school year with a brand-new event—and it’s going to be a blast!

Join us Friday, May 16 from 6–8 PM on the school field for an evening full of games, music, food, and family fun!

Here’s what’s in store:

  • 12 carnival games (with prizes!)
  • Face painting, glitter tattoos, sand art & caricatures
  • Balloon twisters
  • Live music from the Pioneer Punkz Band
  • Plus local food trucks you’ll love:
    • Good Burger, Reddi Rooster, Two Crepes, Kona Ice, Mister Softee, So Fresh Doughnuts & Avellino BBQ

Wristbands: $20 in advance / $25 at the door
Includes unlimited games + one turn at each activity
(Food sold separately)

Rain date: Saturday, May 17th
Grab your wristbands now on Membership Toolkit!  https://strawberryhillpto.membershiptoolkit.com/form/m/327361

Want to help support the event? We’re still accepting sponsors! Sponsor a game, booth, or activity and get your name displayed at the event. Email us at SHPTOEvents@gmail.com to get involved.

Want to help out during the event? We need your help to make this event a success! Sign up to volunteer here.  

We need help from the wonderful Husbands, Dads, Uncles or Granddads of Strawberry Hill to run the Carnival Games. Sign up to volunteer to run the carnival games here.

It’s our first-ever Pioneer Palooza—and we can’t wait to celebrate with you!

Yearbook Purchases: Deadline May 19th

Don't miss the opportunity to capture this special year.  The MYP Yearbook is created by Our Yearbook Club.  They have been working so hard to make an amazing book!

ORDER NOW!
Deadline for ship to school: May 19, 2025
Orders placed after 5/19/25 will incur a shipping cost and mailed home.

Link to order PYP yearbook: yearbook for grades K-4 (PYP). Passcode: 101631894745624

Link to order MYP yearbook: yearbook for grades 5-7 (MYP). Passcode: 101641495610834

Have questions? Email: strawberryhillyearbooks@gmail.com

Celebration Bricks

The PTO is excited to announce our very own Pioneer Walkway, featuring personalized engraved bricks!

This is your chance to create a lasting tribute. Honor a loved one, celebrate a milestone, or simply leave your mark for generations to come.

We invite alumni, families, and community members to be a part of this meaningful project. Your custom brick will become a permanent part of our school's legacy.

Choose from two options (4" x 8" bricks):

  • Text-Only Brick – $100
Personalize your engraved brick with the message of your choice.
Up to 4 lines of text, 21 characters per line.
  • Logo Brick – $110
Includes your personalized message plus a Strawberry Hill logo or a stock image of your choice from our selected options.
Up to 3 lines of text, 18 characters per line (logo or image occupies one line).

To view available stock images and customize your brick, please visit:
👉 https://www.bricksrus.com/donorsite/strawberryhillschool

Create a lasting tribute while supporting our community –
Thank you for being a part of Strawberry Hill!

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.  

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