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Weekly News from Steele Elementary

01 28 2016   
Contents
From the Principal
School News
PTA News
Community News
Quick Links
Dates To Remember
From the Principal
Hello Families,

I wanted to let you know that we had our second Living the Code assemblies last week. Our students had been focusing on: "We treat everyone with kindness, compassion and a forgiving spirit." This extra focus on the Steele Code has really helped students work on being kind to one another and collaborating to improve as students. I was so proud to hear our students explain how their classmates had exemplified the Steele Code. The pride our students have for one another is truly amazing.

I have really seen an increase in the amount of  pride that students take in their work and how they interact with one another. I've seen students acting more politely to one another, cleaning up after themselves (without being reminded), and problem-solving difficult situations with one another.

Thank you so much for all you do to support our students at Steele. I am so proud of their work and of the great community that they build.

Thanks for all you do!

Cheers,
Kevin
School News
LostFoundLost and Found
Please check the lost & found (outside the cafeteria) before TOMORROW, Friday 1/29 at 3:15 PM. All unclaimed items will be donated at that time.
 
For used clothes donated in the metal container, please put your donations in boxes or bags. This makes the items easier to transport. Thanks!

ScienceFairDistrict Science Fair: Saturday, January 30
Good luck to our Science Fair winners who will be representing Steele at the DPS District Science Fair this Saturday! All are welcome to attend and support our students. For a schedule of events, click here. For parking info at DU, click here.

JumpRopeJump Rope for Heart 
Jump Rope for Heart is coming soon! The Kickoff Assembly featuring the Claim Jumpers jump rope team is on Friday, February 5 right before lunch in the gymnasium. For more information, click here.

Art Show Matting
ArtShowReserve the evening of May 12 for our Spectacular Steele Art Show. Please help make this a wonderful show by coming in to mat students' artwork. No experience is necessary, and times are flexible -- you can come any time during the 3:00 to 7:00 PM window on the specified dates. Signup details and dates are now posted in MySchoolAnywhere. Your help is greatly appreciated!

After School Enrichment
There are many wonderful after school programs being offered at Steele this spring to allow children to broaden their cultural horizons. Visit the Steele website for further details on these and other programs offered. 
 
ChoiceSchool Choice Information
First round choice deadline is TOMORROW, January 29! If you have moved out of Steele's boundary or changed your address, you need to fill out School of Choice forms for the 2016-17 school year (even if your student is enrolled at Steele this year). In order to use Online Choice form -- which saves you time -- you must have an active Parent Portal account. Click here to view the Parent Portal how-to guide. Questions? Contact Melissa in the Steele office.  
PTA News
PTA Logo EBPTA Executive Board Meeting: February 3, 8:20 AM
The monthly PTA Executive Board (EB) meetings are always open to the school community. The next meeting will be Wednesday, February 3, and parents are invited to attend and learn more about the Executive Board's work. For any parent considering running for an Executive Board position this spring, this is also a great place to get a firsthand idea of what the Executive Board roles entail. The meeting runs from 8:20 to 10:15 AM in the school library. Guests are welcome to arrive and depart as schedules allow. Please RSVP to Steelepresident@gmail.com.       

SDOSteele Dines Out at Papa Murphy's: TODAY
Papa Murphy's is opening a new location at Alameda & Broadway TODAY, Thursday, January 28. One of the requirements of the franchise is that they partner with a school for opening day, and donate 20% of the total sales from the day to that school. The owner reached out to partner with Steele Elementary, since we are in the neighborhood.

Papa Murphy's hours are 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM. If you can, please pick up some food from the new Alameda & Broadway Papa Murphy's this Thursday -- and tell your friends and family! No fliers or mentioning Steele required.

HomeTourWash Park Home Tour
The Home Tour Selection Committee is excited to announce that we have secured our fifth amazing home for this year's Home Tour, which takes place on Saturday, May 7. This year's tour will offer something for everyone. From one of the oldest Victorians in Wash Park, to a beautifully renovated bungalow, to modern masterpieces, this year's Tour is not to be missed!  
 
WinterDanceWinter Dance: Friday, February 19, 6:00 - 8:00 PM
No Dates, No Drama ...Just Dancing! Steele Family Programs presents a Winter Dance! Tickets are $5. All current Steele students and parents are invited. Dance will be in the Auditorium with a DJ and light snacks. Ticket sales after school until 3:20 PM, Monday 2/8 through Friday 2/11. You can also purchase tickets during school hours in the school office. 

MySchoolAnywhere
Are you already registered for the online directory? If so, you have access to one-stop services that will enable you to access school contacts from any wireless device, quickly view and sign up for volunteer opportunities, and make school purchases like your PTA membership.  Login to www.myschoolanywhere.com with your password, or click here to have your personal sign up link sent to your e-mail.

If you have questions about volunteering, have great ideas, or need help figuring out how to best match your talents or interests, please contact Crissy Lucado.
Community News
Merrill News
To check out what's happening at Merrill Middle School, click here.
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