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SFES Communicator – January/February 2018
 January/February 2018
 Getting in the Olympic Spirit at SFES
With the help of Mr. Houwers and Mr. Johnson, students at SFES are getting into the Olympic spirit! On Thursday, February 8th students and staff will come together for our opening ceremony. Fourth grade students have been busy painting and creating flags to represent countries from around the world. Students will participate in Olympic events throughout the month of February in their physical education classes. Many thanks to Mr. Houwers and Mr. Johnson for bringing our school community together to connect our students and staff to the global community through this event.
 
Lynn Bub,
Elementary Principal
 
Ms. Stanke Recognized
SFES and SFMS school counselor, Ms. Britne Stanke was recognized with the Program of Promise Award through the Wisconsin School Counselor Association (WSCA). This award brings recognition to our school counseling program because of the work our school counselors do on a daily basis to support the social and emotional needs of our students.
 
 
4K Open House
Potential 4K families are welcome to join us on Thursday, February 8th from 4:30-6:00 pm for the 4K Open House. A meal is served from 4:30-5:30 pm followed by a presentation on 4K programming from 5:30-6:00 pm. Please contact the elementary office for questions and to RSVP for the event.
 Helping students on their own individualized academic and career paths is part of our mission.
 
Students in second grade
explored the engineering design process by creating new and improved homes for the Three Little Pigs using the maker space cart.
 
Mrs. Schaefer’s class went on a noun hunt! They searched low and high throughout the halls of SFES to search for nouns.
 
January can bring cold weather which often means indoor recess. Students in Ms. Weiss’ Friendship lunch had a sensory day during their indoor recess time.
Stay Connected
There are many ways to connect to our district.Please view the link below for further information. In addition, the Falcon Families of SFES (formerly SFES PTO) has a Facebook page that you can like to stay informed on PTO happenings at SFES.
All K-12 Summer School classes to be held at Sheboygan Falls High School
 
All K-12 Summer School classes to be held at Sheboygan Falls High School.
In order to accommodate the construction on the elementary and new middle school sites, and keep students out of harm’s way during the final stages of construction, all K-12 summer school courses will be held at the high school campus. District administration is in the process of planning with teachers, office staff, and custodial staff to make the single campus experience manageable for all students.
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 Calendar of Events
February 6 – Photo Re-take Day
February 6/7 – Third Grade to Siberian Outpost
February 8 – 4K Open House (incoming 4K) 4:30-6:30 pm
February 9 – 4K Field Trip to dentist
February 13 – Winter Song Fest – Kindergarten (11:00) and Second Grade (11:30)
February 14 – Winter Song Fest – Fourth Grade (11:00)
February 15 – Winter Song Fest – First Grade (11:00) and Third Grade (11:30)
February 16 – NO SCHOOL
February 19 – NO SCHOOL (Staff Professional Development)
February 23 – 4K Swimming
 From Our Nurses
As the winter weather continues, and we go from rain to freezing rain to snow please remember safety. This is important as you navigate icy roads and sidewalks. If you feel yourself losing your balance, tuck into a ball and keep your head and face away from the fall. Do not put your hand out to catch yourself or you may risk breaking your arms or wrists. Instead take small steps and try to keep your center of gravity over your front leg. This is a term called “walk like a penguin” The “waddle” keeps your center of gravity over your front leg. 
 
Tips for walking safely in winter weather:
  • Give yourself plenty of time to get to your destination
  • Wear shoes or boots with good traction
  • Walk at a slower pace
  • Stay on designated walkways
  • Use handrails when using stairs and entering/exiting buildings.
The February Tidbit Times from the Sheboygan County Division of Public Health is here. Please read the link below for more information.