STEEBY STAR

Sept. 4 & 7 No School

Sept. 14 & 15 NWEA Reading Testing

Sept. 14 Board of Education Meeting, 7 pm at the Middle School (Virtual Meeting)

Sept. 21 & 22 NWEA Math Testing

Sept. 21 WEPA Meeting 6:30 pm (Virtual Meeting)

Oct. 8 & 9 Flu Shot Clinic

Oct. 12 No School

Oct. 12 Board of Education Meeting, 7 pm at the High School (Virtual Meeting)

Oct. 19 WEPA Meeting 6:30 pm (Virtual Meeting)

Nov. 2 No School

Dear Parents/Guardians,

We have had a great start to the school year. Things are different, but everyone is adjusting well to the changes we have in place. Thank you for allowing us to teach your children face to face and virtually this year. Education has always been a team effort, but this year we need to work together more than ever. I know together we can make this the BEST YEAR EVER!

Your child will take the NWEA Reading and NWEA Math tests this month. Teachers will use this information to help guide their instruction during Face to Face teaching. They will also use this information to create small group meetings during our Virtual Wednesdays. Your child will take these tests on their iPads in their classrooms. Monday, September 14/Tuesday, September 15 the students will take the NWEA Reading Test. Monday, September 21/Tuesday, September 22 the students will take the NWEA Math Test. Getting a good night’s sleep and a healthy breakfast is always important on testing days.

I strongly believe in communication between parents, teachers, and principals to ensure the success of every child. I have an open door policy. Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns. My email address is johnsonc@waylandunion.org or you may call the Steeby office at 269-792-2281.

Your partner in education,

Ms. Christina Johnson- Principal

Specials look a little different right now. Music, Media, and Art are on a cart! The teachers are going to each classroom to teach their specialty. The students are still having just as much fun while sticking with their cohort. P.E. with Mr. Weber is in the gym or outside with the students safely distancing themselves while having fun!

We are also fitting two specials into each day that students are here. This way students get to have music, media, art, and P.E every week! We love seeing the students in person and are so excited to be back at school!

*Mrs. Bailey* - Music

*Mrs. Barnes* - Media

*Mrs. Spicer* - Art

*Mr. Weber* - P.E.

Families,

This sure is a strange time but we are making the most of it in Physical Education at Steeby this year. We are going to be using limited equipment for the first few weeks. My goal is to keep all students safe and healthy and for the students to have a fun time and get some exercise while doing it. Our first week we participated in the shoe Olympics. Ask your child about it! Going forward we will be doing a lot of fitness activities, but in unique ways. Rock, paper, scissors fitness and fitness relays are coming in the next couple weeks. Be sure to stay as active as you can as a family, that will help keep everyone in great spirits and keep you all healthy!

-Mr. Weber

Physical Education Teacher

WEPA (Wayland Elementary Parent Association) is a parent-led organization that helps promote communication between parents, teachers, and staff at Baker and Steeby Elementary schools, including VAAC beginning fall of 2020. WEPA holds fundraisers to supplement activity and supply costs not covered in the school's budget. Some of the things our fundraisers support are Fall Carnival, Family Movie Night, Mom/Son Event and Daddy/Daughter Dance.

Meetings are held typically the 3rd Monday of the month at 6:30 PM at Steeby Elementary. These meetings will probably be held via Zoom for the 2020/21 school year.

Lots of information is posted on the WEPA Facebook page. You can find them on Facebook by simply searching WEPA.

If you have any questions or would like to be a part of the WEPA group please don't hesitate to contact them via email at wepamail@gmail.com

Health Heroes will, once again,m be coming to Steeby to administer flu shots for those students who have been registered for them. We will be sending a form home with your student before the clinic that will need to filled out and returned to the office if you would like your child(ren) to receive the flu vaccination. We have not received the forms yet but will get them to you as soon as we receive them. Please have the forms returned to the Steeby office by Monday, October 5th.

We had originally scheduled "Muffins with Moms" for Wednesday, October 7th. Unfortunately, like many other plans, we will have to cancel this gathering due to COVID-19 restrictions. We are hoping to possibly reschedule this for the spring. Keep an eye on the "Important Dates" section at the top of the newsletter for the latest schedule.

If your child has a change of plans for the end of the day routine, please contact the Steeby office at 269-792-2281 to make them aware of this change and we will make sure your child also gets a reminder note. An example of this type of change would be if your child is normally a bus rider and you are picking them up instead. Good communication helps ease the concerns of all involved.

Sanchin Ryu Karate

Youth (4-17 yrs.) & Adult

Looking to increase flexibility, relieve stress and increase overall wellness? Learn an effective, peace-seeking approach to karate. People of all ages and backgrounds have the opportunity to experience the benefits of martial art study in a positive, non-competitive, family friendly environment.

Fall Karate Classes will be held OUTDOORS.

Social Distancing Guidelines will be in place.

Thursdays at Steeby Elementary
Dates: Sept. 17 - Nov. 5, 2020

Youth 6-7pm,

Families 7-8pm, Adult/Teen 7-8pm
Instructor: Sanchin Systems
www.sanchinsystems.com
Fee: $45 youth/individual or $85 family

Class will be cancelled if it’s raining or bad weather. Class will not be held indoors. Please contact your instructor regarding make up classes due to weather.

ADULT FITNESS

POUND®

POUND® is the world’s first cardio jam session inspired by the infectious, energizing and sweat-dripped fun of playing the drums. Using Ripstix®, lightly weighted drumsticks engineered specifically for exercising. POUND® transforms drumming into an incredibly effective way of working out. Designed for all fitness levels, POUND® provides the perfect atmosphere for letting loose, getting energized, toning up and rocking out! Please bring a yoga mat to class.

Fall POUND Classes will be held OUTDOORS.

Social Distancing Guidelines will be in place.

Day/Time: Thursday; 6:00 – 6:45pm
Dates: Sept. 10 – October 1, 2020

Location: OUTSIDE, behind Steeby Elem., 435 E. Superior St, Wayland

Class will be cancelled if it’s raining or bad weather. Class will not be held indoors.

Tentative rain date, if needed: Oct. 8

Fee: 4 weeks = $20

Online registration: http://waylandrevtrak.net

Any questions, call Community Education: 269.792.9153