Thinking about volunteering this year? Get a head start on the paperwork and background check!
Throughout the year, your student’s teacher may ask for volunteers for a field trip, classroom activity, etc. If you are planning to volunteer, the SFSD requires ALL volunteers to complete the Volunteer Registration Form. Here is the link to the form: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1745852/Volunteer_Registration_Form_2023.pdf . You can email the completed form to Jasmine.Iddings@k12.sd.us, fax it to 605-362-3535, or drop it off in the office.
In addition to the volunteer form, the SFSD requires a background check for certain volunteer activities. For example, if you are:
- driving for a field trip where you are transporting students.
- leading a group of students through a museum.
The background check can take a few weeks and is good for one year from the date it was approved. For example, if your background check was approved on March 14, 2024, it will expire on March 14, 2025. To complete the background check, go to: https://phl.applitrack.com/siouxfallsvolunteers/onlineapp/_application.aspx?starting=true
The first day of school is just over a month away! More info on open houses to come soon, but for now, please save these dates! If you haven't yet completed the Annual Student Information Update, please do so here. https://www.sf.k12.sd.us/page/school-registration
See you soon!
LAST CALL for Camp Invention! Secure your child's spot TODAY!
Thank you, Discovery community, for another great school year! We hope you have a wonderful and safe summer. We look forward to seeing you in August!
Congratulations, students! #Discoveryproud
Even though we had to cancel Field Day yesterday due to the weather, it didn’t stop us from having some fun inside! Students participated in friendly competitions of relay races and tug of war against other grade level classrooms. So much fun and excitement, along with great sportsmanship! Here's a few grade levels enjoying tug of war: https://youtu.be/vMT6c03nviI !
Due to tomorrow’s anticipated weather (showers, thunderstorms), Field Day has been cancelled and will not be rescheduled. The day will run as normal.
Last day of school reminders!
Fourth grade recess having fun and soaking up the sun!
Yearbooks are here and will be sent home with students today! If you have questions about your order, please contact Scherling Photography’s Customer Service at 844-211-5713.
We have a limited number of extra yearbooks available for sale. You can purchase one in the office with cash (exact change) or check. The cost with tax is $21.33. No holds - first come first serve.
Two of Mr. Aust’s (401) students nominated him for “Parkway Orthodontics Favorite Teacher Giveaway” and he won! The students had to complete a nomination form explaining how Mr. Aust has influenced their lives, along with why they admire and appreciate him. Mr. Aust received a Visa gift card - and the classroom received treats and goodie bags. Congratulations, Mr. Aust! Much deserved!
The Sioux Falls Heritage Museum presented the “Pioneer Experience” to 2nd grade students on Tuesday. The students were engaged and enjoyed the presentation!
For the second year in a row, the Sioux Falls School District is proud to be called one of the Best Communities for Music Education by the National Association for Music Merchants Foundation. This recognition is a testament to the dedication of our teachers, the commitment of our students, and to the close ties that have grown together over the years in our music education community. As we celebrate this recognition, let us also celebrate the power of music to inspire, educate, and unite us all.
The Discovery PTO is still in need of volunteers for the annual Discovery Day Bash on Friday, May 17. The timeslots are in 30-minute intervals. Students/older siblings are welcome to volunteer; however, if they are under the age of 13, they need to volunteer with an adult. To volunteer with set-up, run a game, or clean-up, please go to https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C44ADAD2CA3FF2-49356185-discovery?useFullSite=true#/.
Wow! SFSD is so grateful to the Sioux Falls STORM, LEVO, and media partners KELOLand TV for supporting Operation Hope & Caring where $18,417 was raised to support elementary schools that don't have PTAs/PTOs. We had a great time at the game and especially enjoyed the WIN! ❤️
Tonight is THE night! Come out to support SFSD elementary schools without PTAs/PTOs as the Sioux Falls STORM take on the Green Bay Blizzard. It's also Star Wars night, so wear your gear and bring your lightsaber to this fun family event sponsored by LEVO Credit Union!
Yesterday, some special “May Day” baskets were left outside the office door. What a nice surprise! Thank you, preschool students!
Here is the link to our final newsletter of the school year: https://secure.smore.com/n/v5k4u. Enjoy!
The Weather Service indicates the greatest threat of severe weather did not materialize in Sioux Falls. We will begin our bus routes at approximately 3pm, so there will be a slight delay in getting elementary and middle school students home. High School dismisses at normal time.
Due to the weather 4-30-24, SFSD will hold all elementary students who walk or ride the bus until the system passes. We expect the system to arrive about 2:45pm and be done around 3pm. Busses will not leave the elementary schools until it is safe to do so. This will also cause a delay in middle school bus routes, so plan accordingly. If wx is still an issue at high school dismissal time, we will encourage students to wait to leave until the system passes. Thank you.