🦸‍♀️💙 Celebrating Principal Appreciation Month! 💙🦸‍♀️

Every superhero has a cape… but ours have something even more powerful: BIG HEARTS, LEADERSHIP, and a LOVE for our students!

Our talented students created AMAZING superhero posters to celebrate our incredible principals, Super Sra. Ries and Super Dra. Vik!

We love seeing our students express their appreciation in such creative and meaningful ways! Thank you, Super Sra. Ries and Super Dra. Vik, for being everyday heroes in our school community!

Not all superheroes wear capes… some lead our school!

#PrincipalAppreciationMonth #SchoolSuperheroes #StudentCreativity
2 days ago, Sonia Sotomayor Elementary
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Have you checked our Lost & Found lately? Water bottles, sweatshirts, lunchboxes, and more are waiting to find their way home!

Students can check before or after school, and families can stop by the office. Please remember to label belongings with your student’s first and last name!

**Friendly reminder:** Unclaimed items will be donated more frequently this year.

Happy hunting, Lobos!
2 days ago, Sonia Sotomayor Elementary
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SCHOLASTIC BOOK FAIR IS HERE! Our Book Fair schedule is here! We’re so excited to help our Lobos discover new stories, explore new adventures, and find their next favorite book! 📅 Mark your calendars! 🩷 Thursday, October 8 | 8:00 AM–3:30 PM 🧡 Friday, October 9 | 8:00 AM–3:30 PM 💛 Tuesday, October 13 | 12:00 PM–6:30 PM 💚 Wednesday, October 14 | 8:00 AM–3:30 PM 💙 Thursday, October 15 | 8:00 AM–6:30 PM Every book opens the door to a new adventure! We can’t wait to see our students and families at the Book Fair! ❤️
6 days ago, Sonia Sotomayor Elementary
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World PANS/PANDAS Awareness Day Today, October 9th, we wear green and raise awareness for PANS and PANDAS. A special thank-you to a wonderful family for the thoughtful cookies and for allowing us to be part of their journey. Small gestures like these remind us how much kindness, understanding, and inclusion matter. We’re grateful for the opportunity to create a school environment where every child feels welcomed, supported, and valued. 💚
10 days ago, Sonia Sotomayor Elementary
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September Una Manada Celebration!

September was all about building our pack! Our Lobos practiced being **Leaders, Aware, Responsible, and Kind** while building friendships and creating a positive school community.

We are proud of our Lobos! **¡Somos Una Manada!**
11 days ago, Sonia Sotomayor Elementary
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The Scholastic Book Fair is coming to our school! Get ready for a reading adventure with the newest books, bestselling series, and kid-favorite characters. Plus, every purchase earns funds for our school. We can’t wait to have you join us for the Best. Fair. Ever!

Set up your student e/wallet:
https://account.scholastic.com/my-scholastic/profile/ewallet.html?fairID=6208516&sUCN=637510133
12 days ago, Sonia Sotomayor Elementary
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Hello SSE Families! 🐺💙

October is here, and there’s lots happening around our Lobo Pack! We’re excited to share our October Noticias de la Manada newsletter, filled with important reminders, upcoming events, school happenings, and highlights from our amazing students and staff.

Take a few minutes to check it out and stay in the loop with everything happening at Sonia Sotomayor Elementary!

📰 Read the October Newsletter:

https://app.smore.com/n/1hgymc

Thank you for being such an important part of our Una Manada!

¡Vamos Lobos! 🐺

14 days ago, Sonia Sotomayor Elementary
October is here, and that means it’s time to celebrate National Principals Month!

Today, we want to give a BIG shout-out to our amazing principals, Tracy Vik and Jess Reis!

Thank you for leading our Lobos with so much love, care, and purpose. Your support, encouragement, and dedication make a difference every single day—for our students, families, and staff.

From the moments we see every day to the countless things happening behind the scenes, your hard work helps make Sonia Sotomayor Elementary the special place it is.

Thank you, Tracy and Jess, for everything you do for our Lobos! We appreciate you more than you know!

Happy National Principals Month!
18 days ago, Sonia Sotomayor Elementary
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Pizza Bingo Night is coming!

Join us Friday, October 2, from 6:00–8:00 PM in the SSE Gym for FREE Bingo and family fun!

This year is extra special as we celebrate 10 years of SSE!

Check out the flyer for pizza preorders, volunteer opportunities, and more.

¡10 años juntos! ¡Una Manada!

20 days ago, Sonia Sotomayor Elementary
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The Los Lobos Fun Run is officially underway! Our Lobos got a special preview of all the FUN coming their way at our Fun Run Kickoff Assembly! Liberty the Lobo and some of her friends joined us to get everyone excited—and even started practicing for the big day! We’re serving up a program with a purpose, and every donation is a slice of support for our school! Our goal is to raise $50,000 to help support our Sonia Sotomayor Elementary students and school community. And here’s the cherry on top! One registered family from our school will win a @GreatWolfLodge overnight stay! Sign up at MyBooster.com to enter the sweepstakes and join the fun while helping our school reach our goal. Have a minute? That’s all it takes to help our Lobos get closer to our goal! Share our fundraiser through email, text, or social media with just a click. Let’s cheer on our Lobos, have some FUN, and make this Fun Run one to remember!
about 1 month ago, Sonia Sotomayor Elementary
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Today is National IT Professionals Day!
Please join us in celebrating and thanking our amazing Kristie Randall for all she does to keep our school connected, supported, and running smoothly. From helping with technology challenges to keeping our systems safe and working, her hard work makes a difference every day.
Thank you for all you do! We appreciate you!
Happy National IT Professionals Day!
about 1 month ago, Sonia Sotomayor Elementary
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We can't reach our $50,000 goal without you! Sonia Sotomayor Elementary is working on a recipe for success, and we need YOUR help to add the right ingredients.

🎯 A dash of generosity
🎉 A cup of school spirit
🍎 A whole lot of support for our students

And here's the cherry on top: One registered family from our school will win a @greatwolflodge overnight stay! Sign up at MyBooster.com to enter the sweepstakes and join the fun while helping our school reach its goal.

Help us cook up something incredible!

about 1 month ago, Sonia Sotomayor Elementary
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Homecoming Week is here at Sonia Sotomayor Elementary!

Our Lobos are excited to celebrate Homecoming Week and show our school spirit alongside our Lincoln High School community.

Throughout the week, students will have the opportunity to participate in fun spirit days and activities as we celebrate being part of the Lincoln High School family.

We are proud to cheer on the Patriots and celebrate the connection between our Lobos and Lincoln High School. Let’s make it a great Homecoming Week!

Go Patriots! Go Lobos! We Are One Pack!

#LobosLeaders #SpiritWeek #UnaManada

about 1 month ago, Sonia Sotomayor Elementary
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A sincere thank you to Eleanor Wiersma and her family for their generosity and support of our school community.

Eleanor’s mom nominated Sra. Landry for a teacher appreciation raffle through her workplace, and Sra. Landry was selected as the winner. The Wiersma family also generously donated an eyeglasses repair kit to our nurse’s office to help support students with minor glasses repairs when needed.

We truly appreciate the Wiersma family for their thoughtfulness and for supporting our students and staff.

# Lobos #Onepack #SSE
about 1 month ago, Sonia Sotomayor Elementary
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A Sweet Thank You!

A huge THANK YOU to Grey Burzlaff and his family for treating our Sonia Sotomayor staff to some absolutely delicious donuts! Yesterday was Grey's birthday and he wanted to bring treats to our staff. How sweet is that??

Your kindness and generosity brought so many smiles to our morning and made our staff feel extra appreciated. We are so grateful for families like the Burzlaff family who help make our school community so special!

Thank you for helping us keep #UnaManada strong!

about 2 months ago, Sonia Sotomayor Elementary
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First Day Fun at Sonia Sotomayor Elementary!

What a way to kick off the school year! Our first day was filled with smiles, excitement, and plenty of school spirit!

Pep Rally on the Playground!
Our students and staff came together to celebrate the start of an amazing new school year. The energy was contagious!

Lobos Launch!
After families dropped off their kindergarten student, they joined our principals, Dr. Vik and Ms. Ries in the Outdoor Classroom for some delicious treats from Zest Social House (owned by the grandparents of a kindergarten student) and coffe from the Source (owned by a first grade family)! Parents mingled, shared some stories, asked questions and got to know other kindergarten parents! It was a nice time meeting new faces and catching up with returning families.

Here’s to a wonderful school year filled with learning, laughter, growth, and unforgettable memories!

#SSE #FirstDayOfSchool #PepRally #KinderCoffee #SchoolSpirit

about 2 months ago, Sonia Sotomayor Elementary
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SKATE PARTY AT SKATE CITY! Sonia Sotomayor Elementary families, students, and staff — come join us for a fun night of skating, pizza, and school spirit! 📅 Wednesday, September 2nd ⏰ 6:00–8:00 PM 📍 Skate City Sioux Falls Let’s come together, have some fun, and support our school! Our goal is 200 skaters — help us reach it and earn $1,000+ directly for Sonia Sotomayor Elementary! Bring your family and friends and roll in for a great night! #SoniaSotomayorElementary #SkateParty #SchoolSpirit #FamilyFun #SkateCitySiouxFalls
about 2 months ago, Sonia Sotomayor Elementary
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Recently several of our teachers attended the National Network for Early Language Learning (NNELL) Conference online, learning from and with educators across the country! Our very own Dr Vik gave the keynote, Dr Jennifer Castello provided a session, and Dr Vik and parent, Brenda Nour gave a panel presentation! We are proud of our staff for spending time learning during their summer break!
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A huge thank you to the Lynott family not only for the thoughtful treats, but also for the incredibly kind notes shared with our staff and teachers. Messages like these truly mean the world to us.

Watching students grow in confidence, character, and Spanish skills over the years is such a privilege, and we are so grateful to have been part of your boys’ journey these past 8 years.

Thank you for your love, support, and generosity.

5 months ago, Sonia Sotomayor Elementary
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Happy National Speech-Language Pathologist Day to Jordan Werwinski!

We want to thank Jordan for all her hard work, patience, and encouragement she gives to each of her students every day. Jordan helps her students grow their communication skills and confidence, and the positive impact she makes is truly incredible!

Thank you for helping your students learn and grow, Jordan. Sonia Sotomayor Elementary is so lucky to have you, and your students love seeing your smile every day!
#lobos #onepack #SSE
5 months ago, Sonia Sotomayor Elementary
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