
Sierra School Scoop
April 8 - April 12, 2024
Principal's Message...
Hi Sierra Families,
As we move into our final part of this school year, please be sure to take note of the upcoming events and activities happening with your child. There is always a lot going on this time of year. As a reminder, if you (or another family member) plan to attend any field trip, you MUST be fingerprinted with our school district-the office can help you with this process.
Thank you to everyone who participated in our Read-A-Thon...this is always one of our most successful and important fundraisers. These funds directly support our students, and the enrichment opportunities we are able to offer each year.
Sincerely,
Reagan Phillips
Week At A Glance
Monday, April 8
- Early Release Monday; 1:50pm Dismissal
Tuesday, April 9
- 1st/2nd Grade Spelling Bee Practice, 8:20-8:45 am
- After School Enrichment-Creative Dance, 3:00 pm
- 3rd/4th Grade Spelling Bee Practice, 3:00-3:30 pm
- 5th Grade Spelling Bee Practice, 3:00-3:30 pm
- DELAC Meeting meeting at the District Office, 3:45 - 4:45
Wednesday, April 10
- BMX Big Air Show, 1:15 pm
- After School Enrichment-Directed Drawing, 3:00pm
- TEAM Sierra Meeting, 6:00pm
Thursday, April 11
- 1st/2nd Grade Spelling Bee Practice, 8:20-8:45
- After School Enrichment-Electronic Keyboard, 3:00pm
- 3rd/4th Spelling Bee Practice, 3:00-3:30 pm
- 5th Grade Spelling Bee Practice, 3:00-3:30 pm
Friday, April 12
- Spirit Day - Wear Sparky Gear and/or Green Attire
- Morning All School Stretch , 8:50 am
- Sparky School Store
Click below to purchase your 2023-2024 Sierra School Yearbook!
https://link.entourageyearbooks.com/YBStore/YearbookStoreMain.asp?yearbook_id=39891
PLEASE NOTE:
Yearbooks are on sale for $25, and are only available via online preorders.
A limited supply will be available, and prices could increase if ordered after April.Lock-in your yearbook today! π
2024 Spelling Bee Teams
Congratulations!!! π
The following students have earned a spot on one of the 2024 Sierra School Spelling Bee Teams:
1st/2nd Grade Team:
Ben A, Paisley H, Hunter S, Beau P, Alexis S, & Emmy H
3rd/4th Grade Team:
Deliliah P, Olivia W, Emmett G, Jette L, Emma M, & Charli S
5th Grade Team:
Penny H-V, Finn G, Garrett S, Abbigal L, Emily D, & Ezra M
Practice Times:
1st/2nd Grade Spelling Bee Practice, 8:20-8:45 am Tuesdays & Thursdays
3rd/4th Grade Spelling Bee Practice, 3:00-3:30 pm Tuesdays & Thursdays
5th Grade Spelling Bee Practice, 3:00-3:30 pm Tuesdays & Thursdays
This years spelling bee will take place on Friday, May 10th in Pollock Pines.
Big thanks to our staff who are coaching these awesome teams: Mrs. Murrow, Mrs. Frey, and Mrs. Sturgeon.
For those who tried out, but did not make a team, your efforts are admired and appreciated. It takes a lot of courage to try-out and we are so impressed by each of you for doing so. Bee proud of yourselves!
****TEAM SIERRA NEWS****
Happy Friday!
Today, April 5 is the last day for Read-A-Thon, so letβs get those minutes logged! It will close at midnight tonight. We will announce the winners on Monday 4/8 and hand out prizes on Friday 4/12.
Students who earned Rat Bucks will be able to spend them on the online store starting April 6th and will only have until April 10th to spend them. The good prizes go quickly, so please let your students know.
Students have done fantastic!
Thank you for encouraging them to read at home and in the classrooms. We truly appreciate the support!
So far, we have raised 13k and 129,166 minutes read!!
Top Classes so far(it's getting close!!)-
Money raised:
Mrs. Moore $1,970
Mrs. Leus $1,835
Mrs. Rhoads $1,630
Minutes read:
Mrs. Stoffan 19,629
Mrs. Gould 14,409
Mrs. Moore 14,230
-TEAM Sierra
Upcoming Events:
4/10 - BMX Big Air Show 1:15 pm
4/10 - TEAM Sierra Meeting, 6:00pm
5/6 - Fun Run (Monday after state testing: water, foam, balloon arch, balance beam, jelly bracelets, noodles)
5/8-5/12 - Staff Appreciation Week
5/8 - TEAM Meeting 3:30pm
5/18 - Family Dance Night w/ Ice Cream Social & Raffle (80s neon/glow theme)
~ Stop by the TEAM shed Friday mornings for Sparky Gear. We are fully stocked with cold weather gear.
Thank you,
TEAM Sierra
Follow us on social media:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/team_sierra_/
Facebook: www.facebook.com/teamsierra
Email: TEAMSierra.Sparky@gmail.com
Sierra School Spirit Wear
Check out TEAM Sierra's online spirit wear store.
https://sierraschoolsparky.square.site/FROM THE FAMILY RESOURCE CENTER
Maternal Child and Adolescent Health (MCAH) Program helps women, children and families access care and improve their health. Services are free and include:
Assessment of health and psychosocial needs
Consultation and teaching about illness and disease
Nutritional assessment for pregnant women and children
Breastfeeding support
Advocacy for families to help them access the medical systems
Linking families with services available
Please call 530-621-6108 for more information.
ARE YOU AND YOUR FAMILY IN A TEMPORARY LIVING ARRANGEMENT? β If you had to move out of your home and move in with others, a hotel or other temporary residence due to something urgent (such as not being able to pay rent), please contact me to see if your child qualifies for my program. I am here to help. I also provide resources for all families.
Kim Kahn
Family Resource Center/After School Enrichment Director
530-622-6244 ext. 6614
Family Resource page: www.pusdk8.us/page/family-resource-center
Choice Change Link
This is our annual Choice Change link for families who would like to apply to move their child to Schnell School for the 2024/2025 school year:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1fR2W0HsGibPcefPbpayCx3bMZ9T_NWe68n3rXekx4FE/edit?pli=1**CARE Solace**
Important Future Dates
April 16: In Honor of National Librarian Day - Dress like your favorite book character
April 17: School Board Meeting, 6:00pm
April 17-19: 5th Grade CAASP Science Testing
April 18: Kindergarten Piggy Opera, 6:30pm
April 22-26: 3rd-5th grade CAASP ELA Testing
April 26: Dragon-TASTIC Assemblies 2:00-2:20 (3rd thru 5th grade) 2:30β2:50 (TK-2nd Grade)
April 29-May 3: 3rd-5th grade CAASP Math Testing
April 29: SuperHero Spirit Day
May 1: In honor of School Principals' Day Dress like a Principal Day
May 3: Kindergarten Right Start, 9:00am
May 6: Star Wars Spirit Day
May 6: Fun Run (Monday after state testing: water, foam, balloon arch, balance beam, jelly bracelets, noodles)
May 8: TEAM Sierra Meeting, 3:30pm
May 10: Sparky School Store
May 10: Spelling Bee
May 13: Color Wars Spirit Day
May 13: RC Cars Timed Trials during lunch Recess
May 14: RC Cars Timed Trials during lunch Recess
May 15: RC Car Races!!π
May 15: School Board Meeting; 6:00pm
May 16: Open House & Art Showcase, 5:30-7:00pm
May 17: Dragon-TASTIC Assemblies 2:00-2:20 (3rd thru 5th grade) 2:30β2:50 (TK-2nd Grade)
May 18: Family Dance Night w/ Ice Cream Social & Raffle (80s neon/glow theme)
May 20: Crazy Hair and Sock Day
May 21: Work-out Spirit Day
May 22: Dress Like a Tourist Spirit Day
May 23: Inside Out and Backwards Spirit Day
May 24: LAST DAY OF SCHOOL - Minimum Day, 12:30 dismissal
May 24: Aloha Spirit Day (Tentative Last Day)
May 27: Memorial Day - NO SCHOOL
MAY 29-31: No School, but possible make-up days (for emergency closure)
Proudly Supporting TK-5th Grade Students
Email: rphillips@pusdk8.us
Website: https://www.pusdk8.us/o/sierra
Location: 1100 Thompson Way, Placerville, CA, USA
Phone: (530) 622-0814
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PlacervilleSierraSchool/