We want to give a shoutout and recognize our rockstar Special Education team! Thank you for all you do to serve our students! We appreciate you and thankful for all you do!
Do you know a teacher who goes above and beyond to inspire their students? Now is the time to make sure they get the recognition they deserve!
The Sioux Falls School District’s Teacher of the Year program celebrates outstanding educators who make a lasting impact in and out of the classroom. Applications are open through Monday, January 13, at 5 pm, and we want to hear about the amazing teachers who make our schools shine.
Visit: https://www.sf.k12.sd.us/page/teacher-of-the-year-program to learn more and submit your application!
Help us celebrate the incredible work our educators do to shape the future. Tag a teacher or share this post to spread the word!
On Tuesday, November 26, 4th grade ULE students participated in the SAM LAB Thanksgiving Parade Challenge! In this hands-on coding activity, students teamed up with a partner to design and build a movable car, replicating the helium balloons seen in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Inspired by the Lincoln High School Marching Band’s performance in this year’s parade and the children’s book Balloons Over Broadway, students also designed and engineered their own balloons, while programming a parade route to bring their creations to life. The 4th graders worked so hard on this challenge and had lots of fun doing so!
A reminder that there is NO SCHOOL on Wednesday, November 27th, through Friday, November 29th. This season reminds us how much we have to be grateful for, especially our amazing students, staff, and families! Wishing you a wonderful Thanksgiving break!
Kindergarteners had a great time on Friday playing Candyland together! There are so many valuable social skills to learn while playing board games! What is your family's favorite board games to play together?
Miss Leloux's third graders went on a field trip to the Sanford Promise Research Center on Nov. 22. They learned how to find the DNA of a strawberry, what it takes to be a scientist, and got a tour of their lab where live research is happening! A few kids after the field trip said, "I want to be a scientist and work here someday!" 🥰 At ACE, we love to provide these opportunities for our students so they have exposure to all kinds of jobs out there and for a chance to expand their knowledge beyond the classroom walls! Way to go future scientists! Thank you to our parent volunteers for driving as well so we can have these experiences!!
Here are this week's High Flyers! Good job Eagle leaders for being respectful, responsible, and safe! Way to go!
Here are last week's High Flyers!! Way to go! We are so proud of you for being responsible, respectful, and safe!
Great job to our 1st and 2nd graders on their "Hats" performance! They sang beautifully! Also, great effort to our 4th and 5th graders learning new instruments for the symphony and band concert! Way to go! Keep working hard! Thank you, Mrs. Anderson, for all of your time and efforts!
Students in 2nd and 3rd grade have been busy in library making instruments from recyclable items that ties in with a fun book project they have been working on. They also got to do a little air hockey after picking out books.
Big thank you to all of the families who came out to support our Pizza Ranch fundraiser night! It was a huge success and we raised $921.17! Thank you to Karina Dachtler for lining it up and to Pizza Ranch on 41st for hosting us! Thanks to all of our volunteers who helped clean tables as well! Way to go ACE families!
The 4th and 5th graders had Kids Care last Friday! They helped at different organizations across the city and made blankets as gifts for the kids needing a new bed from the nonprofit Sleep in Heavenly Peace! The tie-blankets were delivered over the weekend! So sweet! The kids loved them! Thank you for your community service!
Help shape the future of the Sioux Falls School District by completing a survey about the most desired qualities of the next superintendent. The SFSD School Board is using an educational leadership search firm to gather input. https://hyasurvey.com/SiouxFalls
Third graders went back to Dow Rummel this month to decorate the residents' door with turkeys for Thanksgiving! The kids got lots of hugs!! So precious! Afterwards they spent time in the community room doing puzzles together! The residents were so excited to have us visit!!
Today's the day for our Pizza Ranch Fundraiser Night-November 18 for dine in from 5-8 pm
Thanks for supporting our school! Pass the word! Share this post! Please tell your friends, neighbors, and relatives!
Thanks for all you do!
Thank you, Life Church, for the yummy fall goodies!! We are thankful for your generosity!
Thank you to our ACE PTO for purchasing these waterproof walking pods for the staff to use for after school Safety Patrol to help stay dry in inclement weather!! They work great! Thanks!
37th Annual Teacher of the Year Nominations are open!
The Sioux Falls School District is proud to partner with Vern Eide Motorcars to present this prestigious annual award. The Teacher of the Year will receive a $4,000 prize thanks to Vern Eide's generous support!
Please help us recognize and honor the tremendous contributions of outstanding classroom teachers* by submitting a nomination! Go to https://www.sf.k12.sd.us/page/teacher-of-the-year-program to learn even more about nominating a deserving teacher!
To nominate: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdchEMUJmHeeeOWV0Yhi1rGbRJL3-MCNkFBUejJPTAxm5cVFg/viewform
Criteria for selection include:
* Differentiates instruction based on meeting students needs
* Designs engaging lessons to improve classroom and/or school culture
* Inspires students to recognize their potential impact & role in the larger community
In addition, at least one of the topics must be chosen to explain how this nominee excels in that area(s):
* Desire for professional growth
* Community involvement
* Dedication to the teaching profession
* Rapport with students, parents, and staff
*A classroom teacher is a person who has a class of their own & spends at least three or more hours per day, five days a week, for six or more calendar months during a school year in a classroom teaching students. School counselors, school psychologists, and school social workers are NOT eligible.
Students from Sonia Sotomayor (pictured in this photo) and the rest of the Sioux Falls School District would like to wish you a Happy Veteran's Day! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
South Dakota public schools proudly recognize and support the brave men and women who have served in our armed forces. Their sacrifices and dedication have upheld the values and freedoms we cherish, and we are deeply grateful for their commitment to protecting our nation.
Our schools are committed to instilling respect and appreciation for veterans among our students, helping them understand the importance of service and dedication. We invite our community to join us in expressing heartfelt gratitude and respect for our veterans.
Thank you to all our veterans for your service and sacrifice!
