Summer in Sight SFT!
It's that crazy time of the school year when we can see summer in sight, but still have so much to do! Book Fair, eclipse, testing, PTA meeting, skating party and Raising Cane's, oh my! We've got your calendar covered with everything you need to know in April right here! We can't make it happen without you, please consider volunteering for one of the many opportunities below.
Stay connected through Facebook, Instagram and on the SFT PTA Website
All are welcome, please join us in the SFT Library or on Webex for the final general PTA meeting of the school year at 6 pm on April 10. PTA members will vote on the slate of 2024/2025 PTA Officers, hear a report from Ms. Leiker, discuss details of upcoming spring events and start planning for next year!
Please join us at Skate City for the FINAL Skating Party of the year April 16 from 6 - 8 pm.
The Shawnee Mission Area Council PTA Clothing Exchange offers gently used clothing and shoes from infant to adult sizes. The Exchange is a free service open to those who live within the SMSD boundaries.
The SFT PTA is signed up to help out in the store from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm on Friday, May 3rd. If you are interested in volunteering, please email Kelly Menking at kcmenking@gmail.com or text at (913) 485-5355.
Learn more about the SMAC Clothing Exchange here: https://www.smac-pta.org/clothing-exchange
The SFT Spring Carnival is set for Friday, May 3. This fun family night out will include bouncy houses, rides, treats and more. If you love this night as much as we do, consider chipping in to help make it happen. Here are a few ways you can assist:
- Plan to sign up for one or more 30-minute time slots to work a station.
- Gather supplies and prizes.
- Join the committee and help with the behind-the-scenes prep!
Contact Shae Paradise at shaestark@gmail.com or 913-575-7505
Teacher and Staff Appreciation week is May 5 - 11. Please watch the SFT Facebook and Instagram pages for more information. An email with the details for the week of celebrations will follow later this month. If you have questions, contact Amanda Connell.
Field Day will take place Friday, May 10! This memory-filled day-of-fun requires adult volunteers, and we currently have 15 of the 30 volunteer slots filled. Help us reach our goal by signing up today!
If you are not volunteering but would like to attend Field Day to watch your student, you must contact Jen Fescoe to provide your name by Monday, May 6 at 3:30 pm. All names must be pre-entered into our system to have badges printed for Field Day.
6th grade graduation is quickly approaching! Help us send off our grown-up kiddos in style. If you are interested in assisting with the 6th grade graduation day festivities, please reach out to Shae Paradise 913-575-7505 shaestark@gmail.com.
Greetings SFT Families!
It’s truly hard to believe that we’re now headed into our final months of the 2023-2024 school year. During the short time we have left in the school year, there will be lots of time for reflection of memorable moments and achievements from this year. In addition, as final projects and assessments are completed, everyone will also have an opportunity to find challenges for the future. Although it’s exciting to look forward to summer, I ask that parents help students maintain a focus on what is truly important. This means that students will want to play more outdoors but be sure to remind them to complete homework assignments and to keep up with their reading programs, too.
Additionally, bedtimes have a tendency to be pushed later as spring turns into summer. Parents are asked to resist the urge to be lenient on this issue. As you can imagine, a tired student is not a productive student. So, thank you in advance for your consideration of these issues. Remember, you can contact your child’s teacher if you have questions about their progress. Thanks for all you do!
Educationally yours,
Ms. Leiker
Kansas Assessments
Third through sixth grades will be taking the state assessments this month. Please check for teacher information for dates each grade will be testing. Thank you for making sure students are getting lots of rest and eating a good breakfast each day.
Eclipse Viewing
On April 8, a solar eclipse will be visible on a path across the United States. Classroom teachers are preparing lessons to help students understand what is happening, and the district is purchasing safety glasses for every student. SFT teachers and staff plan to take students outside wearing the glasses from 1:35 to 2:05 to view the eclipse. If you would prefer that your student not participate, please contact the SFT office and your child’s teacher.
Pre-K Kick-Off
Our Pre-K Kick-Off is scheduled for Thursday, May 2 at 4:00 pm. Please contact our office for questions about our grant funded half-day Pre-K program.
Food Service & Instructional Fee Balances
Please check to see if your child has unpaid food service balances. Payments may be made online, checks/cash can be sent to school or call Food Services 913-993-9710. Please complete a free/reduced lunch application if you think you may qualify. The link is on the SMSD.org website under Families –> Food Service. Additionally, please check Skyward to be sure all outstanding instructional fees are paid before the year ends.
The SMSD All Star review committee meets monthly to complete the selection process for submissions in advance of the Shawnee Mission Board of Education meetings. It's easy! Fill out the form at the link below and show the district that SFT teachers and staff are the best! The form includes basic information about the employee and three questions.
2024
Apr. 1 - 5 --> Book Fair
April 08 --> Eclipse Viewing
Apr. 10 --> General PTA Meeting SFT Library 6 pm
Apr. 10 --> Papa John's Night
Apr. 11 --> Kindergarten Round-Up
Apr. 12 --> No School
Apr. 15 --> No School
Apr. 16 --> SFT Skate Party 6-8 pm
Apr. 24 --> WCW Raising Cane's 4-9 pm
Apr. 26 --> Third Grade Bike Rodeo 1-2:30 pm
May 03 --> SFT Carnival
May 10 --> Field Day (Rain-out planned for May 17)
May 27 --> No School
May 28 --> Last Day Pre-K
May 29 --> Last Day K-12; early dismissal 12:30 pm
Connect with SFT PTA!
Email: sftptapresident@gmail.com
Location: 7100 Lamar Avenue, Overland Park, KS, USA
Facebook: SFT Trailblazer Connection | Facebook
Website: www.sftpta.org
