SOLON INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL

Happy May SIS Families!

I still can't believe that it is already May. This school year has been filled with so many wonderful and unexpected memories! I know that the situation we find ourselves in is not easy. We miss our normal routines, school building, and daily social interactions. We miss our sense of normalcy, but I know that we will continue to get through this together.

I am so proud of our students, staff, and community! All of the SIS students have done an amazing job staying connected with one another. They have shared acts of kindness and continue to impress me with their passion and hard work! Please know that we are thinking of them often and hope they know how much we at SIS love and appreciate them.

Our teachers have done a wonderful job of adjusting to optional distance learning. They have continued to display the same dedication, collaboration, and student centered approach to everything they do, despite the challenges. We are fortunate to have a phenomenal group of educators by our side!

Our glass is certainly half full and we will continue to be #solonstrong <3

Take care,

Mrs. Tabor

We are currently working on plans for the end of the school year. While we cannot end the year in the way we imagined, we can still end it together (even if from a distance). Stay tuned for more information to be shared soon!

May 4th-8th - Teacher Appreciation Week (be sure to take some time to thank our amazing teachers for all the wonderful things they do for our students!)

May 18th - 22nd - Virtual Field Day

May 27th & 28th - Classroom supplies curbside pickup (more details to be shared soon)

May 29th - Last Day of School!

A MESSAGE FROM MR. WILLIAMS:

SIS Families,

SInce we will not be able to hold our traditional 4th and 5th grade Track and Field Day, your child will be able to participate in the OPEN National Field Day during the week of May 18-22. Students can complete the event and scorecard anytime during that week. The directions on how to participate in Field Day are below. Please contact Blake Williams at bwilliams@solon.k12.ia.us if you have any questions.

Step 1: Download/print the OPEN National Field Day Packet (PDF) from www.OPENPhysEd.org/nationalfieldday Ignore the dates on the first page of the packet.

Step 2: Practice the events during the weeks of May 4 and May 11 using the included practice plans and event cards. They are included in the packet above.

Video demonstrations are available at www.OPENPhysEd.org/fielddayvideos

Step 3: Use the Complete Equipment List located in the packet for equipment needed for the events.

Note: Most equipment can be found around the house. If you don’t have equipment for a specific event, just skip the event.

Step 4: Watch the OPENing Ceremony on Thursday, May 7 at 7:30 PM Eastern if you are interested.

Tune in at www.OPENPhysEd.org/fielddayopening

Step 5: Participate at any time during the week of May 18-22.

-Track your scores on the official scorecard on at least 4 events. You can do as many as you wish.

*You can either print the scorecard off from the packet or you can enter scores digitally in the PE Google Classroom. If you haven't joined the PE Google Classroom yet the codes are:

4th Grade - b44jt3q

5th Grade - puxglcs

*Post the action using the SIS Essentials Padlet

*Submit your complete scorecard to Mr. Williams via Google Classroom or email.

*Download and print your certificate of participation from your school learning platform or www.OPENPhysEd.org/fielddaychamp

Thank you for participating! I hope you and your family enjoy this Field Day!

As many of you know, I have accepted the position of Prek-5 principal for the upcoming school year. I am honored and excited for the opportunity to not only continue being principal at SIS, but to start being principal at Lakeview! I know that I have big shoes to fill and will honor the tradition and success that has been in place at Lakeview for many years. I will do my best to support the students and staff at both Lakeview and SIS.

To ensure a smooth transition, and best support for all, the district has added the position of school manager. This position will help support me with daily managerial and behavioral tasks so that I can focus on instructional leadership. I am happy to announce that Bryan Woods has accepted the 20-21 school manager position. Mr. Woods currently serves as Instructional Program Facilitator for the Solon School District. His calm demeanor, data-driven decision making, and student centered approach to education will prove to be a valuable asset to the Prek-5 team. Mr. Woods will be a wonderful addition to both buildings.

Please do not hesitate to reach out to me at jtabor@solon.k12.ia.us with any questions.

A MESSAGE FROM MR. WOODS:

Dear Lakeview and SIS families,

I feel so fortunate and blessed to be assisting Mrs. Tabor at Lakeview and SIS next year in the School Manager role. This will be my third year in the Solon district and I am starting my ninth year in the field of education. Before Solon, I have taught science at the high school and middle school levels in Atlantic and Grinnell. These experiences have rounded me into a person who is very passionate about education, students and the communities they serve. My fiancée and I love the community of Solon and I am extremely excited to continue working in the best district in the state. I love to meet new people and would enjoy a conversation with any parent, student or stakeholder who would like to get to know me further. Please reach out.

Go Spartans!

Foundation 2 will continue to provide crisis services for youth in need of support. Their crisis services are free, confidential, and available 24/7. Mobile Crisis Outreach is able to provide telehealth services in lieu of face to face. To access this service, individuals will need an internet connection, smart device (phone,tablet,computer), and an email address. Support via phone is also available for those unable to access telehealth. They are still working closely with our community partners to continue to assist youth and their families with being able to access expedited mental health and substance use evaluations as appropriate. In addition to Mobile Crisis Outreach, the Foundation 2 Crisis Center is also available for support over the phone or via text/chat. Both Mobile Crisis Outreach and the Crisis Center can be reached at (319)362-2174. Chat and text can be utilized through accessing the Foundation 2 website at www.foundation2.org.

Please know that we are still here for you. We are here to talk, support, and listen. Don't hesitate to reach out and connect with your child's teacher, our school counselor, nurse, or myself. I am always available to zoom as well. We are stronger together, so reach out whenever you need anything or have questions.

Mrs. Tabor & the entire SIS Staff

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Email: jtabor@solon.k12.ia.us
Website: http://soloncsdia.apptegy.us/o/sis
Location: 200 West 5th Street, Solon, IA, USA
Phone: (319)624-3401
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