School will resume tomorrow, Thursday April 2nd with regular start time as of this notification.
🧪⚗️ SUSPENSION CHEMISTRY: Wizard Level Unlocked! ⚗️🧪
Some of our 4th, and all of the 5th,and 6th grade scientists entered the classroom lab ready to prove they had what it takes to master potion precision! But first… they had to conquer the ultimate wizard challenge — converting liters to milliliters with mathematical accuracy. 📐✨ No correct conversions? No potion power.
Students followed detailed brewing instructions, measured with extreme accuracy, and demonstrated serious focus worthy of the finest wizarding academy. The room was filled with bubbling mixtures, intense concentration, and just a little bit of magical suspense!
🥇 And earning top honors for the **Most Accurate Potion**…
🐍 **AirRance from Slytherin!** 🐍
Flawless measurements. Careful technique. Total potion mastery.
When math + science +reading + imagination collide, incredible learning happens. So proud of ALL our young wizards for bringing their A-game to the lab!
Special Thanks to Mr. Shell Track for providing this great opportunity for our students.
#SuspensionChemistry #FutureScientists #WizardLevelLearning
Girls showed heart, hustle and teamwork.
Great Job Girls.
NDDPI Student Engagement Survey – Over the Years Comparison
I am incredibly proud of our staff and students!
The results from the NDDPI Student Engagement Survey show tremendous growth over last year. Our commitment to creating the best possible learning environment for our students is clearly reflected in these numbers.
Committed Students Growth (Last Year to This Year):
Behavioral: 35.14% → 63.41%
Cognitive: 26.09% → 56.10%
Emotional: 25.00% → 70.73%
At the same time, we have seen encouraging decreases in disengagement:
Disengaged Students Decrease:
Behavioral: 8.11% → 7.32%
Cognitive: 8.70% → 2.44%
Emotional: 10.00% → 7.32%
These gains are not accidental. They are the direct result of intentional instruction, relationship-building, high expectations, and the daily dedication each of you brings to our school.
Thank you for your commitment to our students and to one another. It is truly an honor to serve as your leader and to witness this kind of growth in just one year’s time. Together, we are making Selfridge School the best place it can be for our students.
Keep up the amazing work!
Mr. Sondag
We are excited to announce that **Farm & Ranch Day** will be held at the school on **April 24th**! Students will have the chance to explore a variety of engaging booths and hands-on learning experiences, including:
* Farm Safety
* Agricultural Technology
* **LIVE ANIMALS**
* Gardening
* Livestock Health
* Weather
* Soil Conservation
* Beef Production
* And much more!
This is a fantastic opportunity for our students to connect classroom learning to real-world agriculture right here in our community.
🌞 **Summer Camp Opportunity!**
Be sure to check out the Summer Camp flyer that was shared. Mary Jean would love to see this camp filled with Selfridge students! If your child is interested, please reach out to her for more information.
A big THANK YOU to Mary Jean for spending time at Family Teacher Conferences yesterday and sharing some incredible opportunities for our Selfridge students!
Thank you to the Sioux County Farmers Union for investing in our students and our school community!
Mr. S.
Thank you to everyone who came out to support our talented students and cast your votes! We are so proud of the creativity and hard work displayed by all of our artists.
**🏆 K–2 Division**
Winner: **Dream**
Runner-Up: **(Tie) Maleni & Olivia**
**🏆 Grades 3–6 Division**
Winner: **Kyra**
Runner-Up: **Jake**
**🏆 Junior High Division**
Winner: **A’Rayena**
Runner-Up: **Kimberly**
**🏆 High School Division**
Winner: **Emily**
Runner-Up: **Emily**
Congratulations to our winners and runner-ups! $$$$
And a huge thank you to all of our students who shared their artwork — your creativity made this event truly special. We appreciate our families and community members for supporting the arts at Selfridge School!
📅 **April 27th**
⏰ **3:30 – 5:00 PM**
Come celebrate the vibrant spirit of Filipino culture with us! Experience warm hospitality, enjoy fun and engaging activities, and treat yourself to delicious, authentic FOOD 🍽️✨
Bring your friends, bring your family—everyone is welcome! Don’t miss this exciting afternoon of culture, community, and connection!
👉 We can’t wait to see you there!
Join us this Thursday from 1:00–7:00 PM for an exciting Student Art Show held during Family-Teacher Conferences! Our talented students have been working hard to create incredible pieces, and this is your chance to see their creativity and effort on full display.
As you come in for conferences, take time to walk through the exhibit, celebrate student achievement, and enjoy the wide variety of artwork across grade levels. From colorful creations to thoughtful designs, there is something for everyone to appreciate!
Be sure to check out the flyer for additional details—and don’t forget, prizes will be awarded to outstanding pieces!
We hope to see you there as we celebrate our students’ hard work, imagination, and artistic expression. It’s going to be a great evening!
3rd try, latest "The Ridge line"
Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held on **March 26 from 1:00 PM to 7:00 PM**.
Students will be **dismissed early at 1:00 PM** on this day.
**Purpose of Parent-Teacher Conferences:**
Parent-Teacher Conferences provide an opportunity for parents and teachers to meet and discuss student progress, academic performance, and classroom behavior. This time allows us to work together to support each student’s success, address any concerns, and set goals for continued growth.
We strongly encourage all parents/guardians to attend.
All K–6 students need to come to school with proper outdoor clothing for recess. Students will be going outside daily unless weather conditions do not allow it.
Please make sure your child has a coat, hat, and gloves each day. As temperatures drop, this is essential for their comfort and safety. Parents, we appreciate your help and support in making sure students are prepared—thank you!
Please take a moment to review your child’s progress and reach out with any questions or concerns.
Remember, grades for ALL students (K-12) are available anytime through PowerSchool. Staying up to date is a great way to support your child’s success!
If you need assistance setting up or accessing your PowerSchool account, please don’t hesitate to contact us—we’re happy to help.
Mark your calendars! On **March 27th**, **Christian Iron Shield** will be here giving **students a fresh, stylish haircut completely FREE**! This is your chance to look your best without spending a dime.
📄 **Forms will be sent home next week**. **Make sure to return your form**—students **cannot receive a free haircut without it**.
Don’t wait! Spots are limited, so return your form early and get ready to walk out looking sharp and confident. Let’s make March 27th a **day of fresh cuts and big smiles**!
Selfridge Public School will have an **early dismissal on Wednesday, March 18th** for **Professional Development**. ***(No Night Lights on Wednesday)***
🕐 **Students will be dismissed at 1:00 PM.**
Teachers will be busy learning new things so they can be even better teachers… and students will get a little **bonus free time**! Everybody wins. 😄
Please plan transportation and after-school plans accordingly.
