Hello Sonoma Park Parent and Guardians,

As we all adjust to the reality of our current world, it's important to consider the thoughts and feelings that a child might have while going through a time that seems uncertain and confusing.  The people at Starr Commonwealth have put together a resource for parents to help their children navigate through difficult moments in their life.  The link to the article is below:

Dr. Soma's Guide to Speaking to Children in Time of Crisis

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Free Universal Breakfast

Starting on Monday, February 3rd, all students are welcome to eat breakfast at Sonoma for free! We encourage you to take advantage of this new program, brought to you by the Harper Creek Board of Education. 

Breakfast Starts at 8:20am
Students head to classrooms starting at 8:35am
Breakfast is Served until 9:00am

Click on the link for the Breakfast Menu:

https://harpercreek.nutrislice.com/menu/sonoma/breakfast/2020-01-24?mode=browse

 

LIFECHANGER OF THE YEAR NOMINATION
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Our very own Lori Short has been nominated for LifeChanger of the Year, a national program that recognizes educators for the positive difference they make in the lives of their students. We are so proud of Lori, so please join us in congratulating her for this very worthy recognition!

http://app.lifechangeroftheyear.com/nomination_detail.cfm?NominationID=4871

 

Before and After School Childcare

Sonoma, Beadle Lake & Wattles Park Elementary Schools

  Registration fee is $25 per child. 
Forms are available in the elementary school offices, which open July 30th. 
Contact Information:
Jill - 269-441-7810 (SO)
vanderbiltj@harpercreek.net

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Student Attendance

Please remember to call 269.441.7805 if your child is going to be absent from school. This is a 24-hour message service. Please leave your student's name and reason for absence, as well as any message.
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Don't Be Late!

8:20 a.m. ~ Students eating breakfast enter the building 8:35 a.m. ~ First bell rings
8:45 a.m. ~ School begins (tardy slip required after 8:45)
3:40 p.m. ~ School day ends​​

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Attendance Hotline- The attendance hotline number is a misprint on the calendar magnet the correct number is 269-441-7805.
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‌Santa's Shop Shopping Days are Monday December 16th and Tuesday December 17th.  Teachers should post when their class is shopping.  We are still looking for a few more volunteers if you are able to help please contact the  main office.
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‌PTA sponsored Reflections Program is due January 6th, 2020. This year no late entries will be accepted.  This is a voluntary program focusing on the arts.  Entry forms have come home, but are also in the office and available upon request.  PTA is on Tuesday December 17th at 6PM in the Sonoma Library if you have direct questions.
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‌If you have not already done so, please pick up your fundraising items from the main office.
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‌Holiday Celebrations are different in every classroom.  Please contact your child's teacher for specific information.
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‌The Watchdog calendar is posted in the office.  If you have filled out the registration form and have a current volunteer from on file you can call or stop in to register for a day.
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‌REMINDER: No medications can be administered at school with out the proper forms signed bu a doctor.  This includes cough drops, and ALL prescription and non-prescription medications.  If you have questions please call the main office.
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All of us can be the eyes and ears of the community and ensure that our children are safe. I encourage everyone—students, staff, parents, and community members— to report potentially harmful or criminal acts using OK2SAY.

To submit a confidential tip:

• Call 855.565.2729
• Text 652729 (OK2SAY)
• Email ok2say@mi.gov
• Download the Mobile App search OK2SAY
• Visit the OK2SAY website at www.ok2say.com