Sturgis Elementary

Meade School District 46-1 “To Build Knowledge and Skills for Success Today and Tomorrow” November 2015 A NOTE FROM THE PRINCIPAL - Chantal Ligtenberg

November 4 Crisis Drills: Picture Retake Day We have spent a considerable amount of time since the beginning of the school year practicing November 10 various crisis drills. Students have been informed that these drills are not to invoke fear, but teach 5th Grade Music Program them methods of safety in the event of a crisis. We will continue practicing drills sporadically throughout the school year. 6 pm Veteran’s Day: Community Center Theater In honor of Veteran’s day on November 11, students at Sturgis Elementary will do a variety of School Board Meeting activities this year in recognition of Veteran’s Day. Two programs are scheduled throughout the day in which students will sing patriotic songs and honor Veterans. Various military memorabilia November 18 will be set up throughout the school grounds for classes to view, and individual classes are partici- PTA Meeting pating in activities to recognize veterans. Lastly, during the evening of November 10, fifth grade SES Library—3:30 pm students will have a music program with a patriotic theme. Lost and Found Our “lost and found” is growing leaps and bounds. If your student is missing items, please stop November 25—27 in and look through the items. There is plenty of warm clothing that would be better off being Thanksgiving Break worn by the students. December 3 Inclement Weather/School Closings 3rd Grade Music Program On mornings when school is cancelled or a late start occurs, every attempt will be made to notify the following radio and television stations by 6-6:30 a.m.: radio stations BHB, KOTA, KAT, Community Center Theater FOX, KIMM, KKMK, KKLS, KRCS, KSQY, KIQK, KTOQ, KDDX, KZZI, KDSJ, and television stations KOTA, KEVN, KNBN, and KELO. In addition to the announcements on select radio and television stations, parents will also be noti- fied by telephone via School Messenger (previously known as School Reach) in the event of school closing or early dismissal. School Messenger messages will come from the district level. Please let the school office know if you have changed phone numbers recently so we may make those updates in our system.

MUSTANGS OF THE MONTH Congratulations to the October Mustangs of the Month! Kindergarten: Gabriel Burgess, Bella Willuweit, Cameron Gillespie, Masea Overweg, Corbin Dodson, Cole Neill First Grade: Jaxon Dodson, Demetrius Johnson-Landoll, Kerrigan Meland, Natalie Yates, Dillion Delbridge Second Grade: Ben Burkhalter, Blake Williams, Avary Wolf, Rachelle McDowell, Cael Glodt, Brody Foster Third Grade: Melinda Shields, Makenna O’Bryan -Welke, Avreigh Long, Heavan Cuestas, Kira Lingwall, Myles Bowman Fourth Grade: Zabree Bush, Rowan Swift, Dana Beug, Marty Jones, Kashton Ford Fifth Grade: Christina McKeown, Haley Snow, Dysen Peterson, Katie Sulzbach

FOURTH GRADE Each 4th grader in the Meade School District has their very own iPad to use! Students and teachers alike have enjoyed incorporating them into various subject areas!! Here is an acrostic poem written by 4th graders to share their knowledge of this fun technology! i mportant interactive learning tool P ortable & perfect for kids A wesome apps D igital documents

Apps to Help Reinforce Multiplication Skills:

 Multiplication Bingo  Math’nMe  Sushi Monster  Math Ninja  Meteor Math  Khan Academy  Math Splash

2 Computer Corner by Celisity Cadotte, K-4th Computer Teacher

Students in 2nd, 3rd, and 4th grade are working hard on demonstrating keyboarding skills. They have learned to practice good keyboarding habits when typing. Periodically a student will earn a certificate awarding them the title of Keyboarding Maestro (Master) when they continually demonstrate good keyboarding habits. Watch for next month's newsletter to see which students have earned a Keyboarding Maestro certificate.

If your student likes keyboarding and would like to practice at home, please check out our new website, http://www.steltechnology.weebly.com. There are free typing activities available for each grade level. Each month the website will get updated with new typing activities added.

Parents In Education - P.I.E Night was held October 20th at Sturgis Elementary. This annual event provides parents the opportunity to ask questions concerning the Math Curriculum, learn educational games, receive assistance with downloading and logging into a phonics program at home as well as enjoying a slice of pizza!

The Meade School Board firmly believes that communicating accurate, complete and timely information about the school district - its programs and operations, staff and students - not only enhances the district’s image but also promotes support for education in the community while also strengthening its relationship and partnership with parents and community members.

The district’s website and Facebook pages are two ways of accomplishing this. Check out Meade School District and its schools at: www.meade.k12.sd.us and www.facebook.com/MeadeSchoolDistrict

3 Monthly Nurse’s Notes ~ Marcia Potts, RN ~ Julie Dobler, RN ~ Jennifer Oedekoven, RN

HEAD LICE OVERVIEW

Head lice are a common community problem. An estimated 6 to 12 million infestations occur each year in the United States, most commonly among children ages 3 to 11 years old. Children attending preschool or elementary school, and those who live with them, are the most commonly affected. Head lice are not dangerous. They do not transmit disease, but they do spread easily, making it a community issue. Additionally, despite what you might have heard, head lice often infest people with good hy- giene and grooming habits. Your family, friends or community may experience head lice. It’s important to know some basics, including how to recognize symptoms and what to do if faced with an infestation.

What Are Head Lice? Head lice are tiny, wingless insects that live close to the human scalp. They feed on human blood. An adult louse is the size of a sesame seed. Baby lice, or nymphs, are even smaller. Nits are the tiny, teardrop-shaped lice eggs. They attach to the hair shaft, often found around the nape of the neck or the ears. Nits can look similar to dandruff, but cannot be easily removed or brushed off. How Are Head Lice Spread? • Head lice move by crawling and cannot jump or fly. • Head lice are mostly spread by direct head-to-head contact – for example, during play at home or school, slumber parties, sports activities or camp. • It is possible, but not common, to spread head lice by contact with items that have been in contact with a person with head lice, such as clothing, hats, scarves or coats, or other personal items, such as combs, brushes or towels. • Head lice transmission can occur at home, school or in the community. What Are the Signs & Symptoms of Infestation? • Tickling feeling on the scalp or in the hair • Itching (caused by the bites of the louse) • Irritability and difficulty sleeping (lice are more active in the dark) • Sores on the head (caused by scratching, which can sometimes become infected) Finding a live nymph or adult louse on the scalp or in the hair is an indication of an active infestation. They are most commonly found behind the ears and near the neckline at the back of the head. What If My Child Gets Head Lice? If you suspect your child might have head lice, it’s important to talk to a school nurse, pediatrician or family physician to get appropriate care. There are a number of available treatments, including new prescription treatment options that are safe and do not require nit combing.

Other things to consider in selecting and starting treatment include: • Follow treatment instructions. Using extra amounts or multiple applications of the same medication is not recommended, unless directed by healthcare professional. Resistance to some over-the-counter head lice treatments has been reported. • There is no scientific evidence that home remedies such as mayonnaise are effective treatments. • Head lice do not infest the house. However, family bed linens and recently used clothes, hats and towels should be washed in very hot water. Personal articles, such as combs, brushes and hair clips, should also be washed in hot soapy water or thrown away if they were exposed to the persons with active head lice infestation. Head lice cannot jump or fly, and only move by crawling. It is unlikely to find head lice living on objects like helmets or hats because they have feet that are specifically designed to grasp on to the hair shaft of humans. Additionally, a louse can only live for a few hours off the head. All household members and other close contacts should be checked, and those with evidence of an active infestation should also be treated at the same time.

Information Obtained from National Association of School Nurse magazine.

4 CAPS FOR CANCER AWARENESS

September was Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. The SES KC Club raised money as well as awareness about Childhood Cancer and programs that help children and families facing the diagnosis of cancer. SES picked Wednes- day September 30, 2015 as “Caps for Childhood Cancer” day. Students wore a hat, dressed in gold or both as a way to show support. Donations will be saved and added to our coin challenge that will be in either October or Novem- ber and given to the Children’s Miracle Network.

Total September Box Tops—7,358 September Traveling Trophy Winning Classrooms ********************************* Kindergarten—Mrs. Tullis Girls and Boys Town Life Skill 1st Grade—Ms. Witcraft Asking for Help 2nd Grade—Mrs. Keffeler 1. Look at the person 3rd Grade—Mrs. Cook and Mrs. Skovlund 2. Ask the person if they have time to help 4th Grade—Mrs. Dschaak you. 5th Grade—Ms. Stetson 3. Clearly explain the kind of help that you need.

5 Interested in Becoming a Team Coach? We are looking for volunteer coaches for the these two outstanding programs:

Opportunities for: Elem, MS, & HS Teams

Adults are invited to attend an info. meeting to learn more Tuesday, Nov. 3 at 4 p.m.

Williams Administration Bldg. Conference Room

Regional Competition & State Competition Opportunities for National Competition

For more information contact: Laura Sandness, Meade School District Gifted Coordinator, [email protected] 605-347-4770

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