SFSD congratulates its valued partner Steve Hildebrand of Promising Futures! Steve recently received the Community Service Award from the Associated School Boards of SD for his work to remove economic barriers so all students can see their bright futures ahead. Thank you, Steve!
The first day of school is just a month away! We will welcome students back on Thursday, August 24th. If you haven't completed your student's Annual Information Update, take time to complete it now. Instructions can be found here: https://www.sf.k12.sd.us/page/school-registration
Back-to-school paperwork just got easier! There's a new, fast, phone-friendly way to fill out the Free/Reduced Meals Application! You'll be notified immediately. Use the QR code or the link to complete it TODAY! Bonus points if you also complete your student registration! 🙂
Another week of Harvey Dunn Elementary students reaching the Summer Dreambox Challenge goal! One more week to go. Who will be next?
Wow!! These Harvey Dunn Elementary students have already reached the Summer Dreambox Challenge goal! There is still more time to log in and join in. Let's keep the momentum going!
Do you have a question for us? We've made the process of finding answers much simpler with our Let's Talk! communication tool. We now have our own Let's Talk! page where you can submit questions directly, and it's easy to navigate! Let's Talk! can be found on our school's homepage at either the "contact us" tab at the top or the blue "Let's Talk" tab on the side of the page.
Our Summer Dreambox Challenge is still going on for another two weeks!
Freedom Reigns! Happy Independence Day!
The Power of Partnership is highlighted, once again, to help SFSD families get connected to affordable internet. The SF Area Community Foundation is investing $50,000 to enroll households in the Affordable Connectivity Program (AFP). SD Voices for Peace leads the effort.
Voices for Peace is working with SFSD schools to inform families of this program. An enrollment specialist will continue to meet families during school events like parent-teacher conferences, success nights, etc. Eligible families should enroll today! GetInternet.gov
Calling all income eligible SFSD children who will be 4-yrs-old by September 1, 2023! We're recruiting students for FREE preschool with an event on July 5 or 6, 8am-4pm, at the SFSD Learning Lab on the Southeast Tech Campus - 2205 N. Career Ave. Tell your neighbors and friends!
What's for breakfast? What's for lunch? All students can eat FREE this summer by visiting one of our Summer Meal Sites. Check the schedule to find out where and when meals are available in your area!
Students at Harvey Dunn have been working hard all year, completing five or more lessons a week on Dreambox. Wow! We have set a summer challenge for students to reach at least 25 lessons during the months of June/July. This will give flexibility for family vacations, etc. How many students will meet the challenge?
Harvey Dunn Elementary staff and students read the book, One and Only Bob by Katherine Applegate, for this year's One Book One School. As a culminating activity, our school collected items for the Sioux Falls Humane Society. Today, we presented our donations to the Humane Society. They had a special visitor come along for the presentation.
5th Grade students receiving Presidential Awards at Harvey Dunn Elementary were honored before school today. Family members were in attendance at the ceremony. Congratulations on your accomplishment!
4th grade students took a field trip to the Stensland Family Farm yesterday. See some of the fun 403 students engaged in while learning.
Call to learn more about preschool opportunities in the SFSD!
This week's Wow Wednesday takes a visit to classroom 102. Students spent math time building 3D shapes with playdough and toothpicks.
Food Truck Fest was a success! Thank you PTA for putting this event together. Thank you families for joining us for a beautiful evening.
Join us tonight from 5-7:30pm at the Harvey Dunn Playground for Food Truck Fest! Bring your chairs and enjoy the variety of food options. Hope to see you there!
Check out our One Book One School Humane Society Service Project!
