Dear Families,
I pray all of you are healthy and well. The month of May is around us as we notice leaves growing back onto trees and flowers arising from their winter slumber. As nature shows us the way of new beginnings and growth, we remember during COVID-19 we have grown and in ways have new beginnings. We may have learned more about our families, learned more about online learning, gained a new perspective on leaning on others, or appreciating those around us. In a way teachers and parents have grown more united in the education of children. Through partnership, communication and understanding education and learning ventures forward. Thank you for being our partner.
Happy Teacher Appreciation Week Monday – Friday, May 4 – 8, 2020
Our teachers, our teachers, I am so proud of them and blessed to be journeying with each of them during this time at SMSA. From the beginning of the school year through COVID-19, they continue to inspire and amaze me with the dedication to our families and students at SMSA. The teachers wear their hearts on their sleeves and grit in their work to continue learning and whatever life throws their way. Thank you for bringing your God given unique gifts and talents to SMSA and sharing them with those around you.
Parents and guardians, you get to celebrate teacher appreciation week. Thank you for supporting the learning of your child(ren) throughout the year and in a special way during COVID-19. The teachers and I can ‘t thank you enough for your part in this journey. We appreciate you and your love for being the primary educator of the gift of each child.
This week, SMSA President Stacey Akey shared a message with our parent community which included links to important high school updates pertinent to the end of school. Links to these important documents are provided below for your added access and convenience.
Elementary School Updates (Grades PreK-8)
Elementary School End of the Year Calendar
Elementary School Grading Update
God Bless,
Steven Kelnhofer
Virtual Learning Guide
You will find the virtual learning guide and other COVID-19 information on our SMSA website or by clicking here.
Prayer, Pledge and Announcements
For the weekly Prayer, Pledge, and Announcements please click here.
And use this code: bwow6fl.
Would your family like the chance to lead our day with prayer or the pledge? Click here to sign up for a day today!
Love and Logic tip of the Week
Could we replace: ” That’s a bad idea,” with “It’ll be interesting to see how that turns out, ” or “How do you think that will go?”