Congratulations to these incredible 3rd-5th students for demonstrating leadership, responsibility, awareness, and kindness! We celebrated their positive behavior—from teamwork to kindness, they are true role models in our school. Keep inspiring greatness! #UnaManada #PositiveBehavior #SSE
3 months ago, Sonia Sotomayor Elementary
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Today is School Custodian Appreciation Day! Let's give a big shout-out to the amazing people who keep our school in pristine shape.

Our custodians work so hard every day —early mornings, late nights, and everything in between— to make sure our classrooms and hallways are clean, safe, and welcoming. We couldn’t do what we do each day without them! Ramo, Jose, Carmen, and Drago - thank you all for your dedication to our school; it wouldn't shine without you!
#Lobos #SSE #Onepack
3 months ago, Sonia Sotomayor Elementary
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Last week, our 4th grade students had a special visit from veterans of our local VFW who shared their knowledge and led a flag demonstration and training. Students learned about the meaning behind our flag, how to handle it with respect, and the importance of honoring traditions. Our 4th-grade students have the responsibility and honor of raising our American and South Dakota flags each day at school.

We are so grateful to our veterans for taking the time to teach and inspire our students!

#Lobos #onepack #SSE

3 months ago, Sonia Sotomayor Elementary
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Our Fun Run was a HUGE success! Not only did we pass our $40,000 goal, but our students had a blast—rain or shine! Thank you to our amazing staff, interns (for bringing Liberty the Lobo to life ), and especially Mrs. Conrad for all her hard work.

We kept the celebration going with a schoolwide assembly where Sra. Toscano's K01, our top fundraising class, earned a popcorn party and extra recess! They raised $5356.30 for our school!
Congratulations to our top three student fundraisers — 1st place- Will Van Den Mark, 2nd place- Ellie Gotham, and 3rd place-Kahalil Tieszen— who each received Amazon gift cards for their amazing efforts.

What an incredible team effort—thank you to our families, staff, and community for making it all possible!
#LoboPride #FunRun2025

3 months ago, Sonia Sotomayor Elementary
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Una Manada Celebrations! We celebrated our K-2 students for their positive behavior! From kindness to teamwork, they’re showing what it means to be role models in our school. #PositiveBehavior #UnaManada #SSE
4 months ago, Sonia Sotomayor Elementary
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Una Manada Celebrations! We celebrated our K-2 students for their positive behavior! From kindness to teamwork, they’re showing what it means to be role models in our school. #PositiveBehavior #UnaManada #SSE
4 months ago, Sonia Sotomayor Elementary
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Join us for one of our favorite annual traditions— Sonia Sotomayor PTO Pizza & Bingo Night! 📅 Friday, October 3rd 📍 Sonia Sotomayor Playground & Gym Schedule: 5:30 PM – Pizza on the playground (rain location: cafeteria) 6:00 PM – Bingo fun in the gym! All Students and Families are welcome! There will be tons of prizes, plus concessions (drinks & snacks) for sale. It’s a great night of fun, community, and fundraising for our SSE PTO! 🍕 Pizza Preorders: Preorder whole pizzas for $15 each through Tuesday, September 30th. At the event: pizza by the slice ($3) or whole pizzas ($18). 👉 https://my.cheddarup.com/c/2025-sse-pizza-bingo-night 🙌 Volunteers Needed: Help us make this event a success! 👉 https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090A4FADAB2DA3FE3-58931158-ssepto#/ We can’t wait to see you there! — Your SSE PTO
4 months ago, Sonia Sotomayor Elementary
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Libros y Lattes = Success! ☕📚

Last week, our amazing staff gathered in the Library for a cozy afternoon of books, beverages, and great conversation.

We showcased the fantastic new collection of books brought back from Guadalajara, Mexico — now part of our Library! Teachers and staff enjoyed sipping lattes, snacking, and browsing through fresh reads to spark curiosity for their classrooms.

A huge thank you to Jennifer Egstad and Audra Klum for organizing this brew-tiful event! Your effort and creativity made it such a special time for our staff.

#LibrosYLattes #SotomayorStaff #UnaManadaStrong

4 months ago, Sonia Sotomayor Elementary
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Guess who stopped by last week?! Lincoln High School athletes (former Sonia Sotomayor students) came back to visit!

They jumped right in during PE, playing games, running around, and having a blast with our students.

Our kids loved seeing these role models in action — and it was so fun to welcome them back where it all started!

Once a Lobo, always a Lobo!

#SotomayorPride #LincolnHighAthletes #RoleModelsInAction

4 months ago, Sonia Sotomayor Elementary
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This week is also National Arts in Education Week!

It’s the perfect opportunity to celebrate the amazing work of our art teachers - Tessa VanRavensway & Maggie Moeller. Through their creativity, passion, and dedication, our art teachers help students build confidence, discover new ways to express themselves, and develop a deeper appreciation for the world around them. They inspire imagination, nurture talent, and show students that their voices and ideas truly matter.

Thank you both for everything you do—we appreciate you! 🎨💜

#onepack #SSE #lobos


4 months ago, Sonia Sotomayor Elementary
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Thank you to Barb Halverson for providing our staff a delicious sweet treat! You really brightened our day! #lobos #onepack #SSE
4 months ago, Sonia Sotomayor Elementary
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Celebrating National IT Professionals Day!

We want to take a moment to recognize and thank our incredible IT staff - Kristie Randall, who keeps our technology running smoothly every day. From troubleshooting surprise glitches, maintaining our systems, and supporting both staff and students with patience and expertise, she is truly the backbone of our school’s technology.

Thank you, Kristie, for everything you do—we appreciate you every day! 💻💙
4 months ago, Sonia Sotomayor Elementary
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Tuesday (9/16): Tacky Tourist Day!
We’re joining in on the Homecoming fun by supporting our program’s high school dress-up week! Tomorrow is all about bright shirts, hats, cameras, sandals with socks, and all the touristy vibes.

Let’s show our Lobo spirit by dressing the part and having some fun!

#HomecomingWeek #LoboSpirit #TackyTourist
4 months ago, Sonia Sotomayor Elementary
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We are excited to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month!

As a proud Spanish Immersion school, we honor the rich culture, traditions, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities.

Throughout the month, our students will have opportunities to learn, share, and celebrate together.

¡Estamos orgullosos de ser parte de esta hermosa herencia!

#HispanicHeritageMonth #SoniaSotomayorElementary #ProudToBeImmersion
4 months ago, Sonia Sotomayor Elementary
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🎉🐺💙 The Lobos are joining the fun! 💙🐺🎉

LHS Homecoming Week is next week, and we’re excited to celebrate right here at Sonia Sotomayor Elementary! Our Lobos will be showing their school spirit each day with these fun dress-up themes:

👟 Monday – Sports Day (Back in Action!)
🧳 Tuesday – Tacky Tourist
🌴🤠 Wednesday – West Coast v. Wild West
🎶 Thursday – 80’s v. 1980’s
💙🐺 Friday – Spirit Day (Wear School Colors!)

Let’s make this a week full of laughter, pride, and Lobo spirit as we celebrate alongside LHS!

#LoboPride #SSEHomecomingWeek#Onepack
4 months ago, Sonia Sotomayor Elementary
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☕✨ Coffee on the Playground was a hit! ✨ A huge thank-you to our amazing PTO and The Source for treating our families and staff to a full-service coffee cart this morning! From hot lattes to iced tea, it was the perfect morning pick-me-up—and a wonderful way to connect with one another before the school day. We are so grateful for our PTO for making mornings like this possible! #SSECommunity #ThankYouPTO #CoffeeOnThePlayground
4 months ago, Sonia Sotomayor Elementary
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Lobos!
K01 is in the lead, and we’re already halfway to our goal! Can we get donations from ALL 50 states??

Our amazing librarian, Jennifer Egstad, is inspiring students in the most out-of-this-world way—rocking an inflatable astronaut suit to showcase our Star Quest book and remind us what this fundraiser is all about: teamwork, fun, and making a difference for our school!

Keep the energy going, families! Head to MyBooster.com to support, track progress, and help us reach our goal. Let’s do this together!

#SoniaSotomayorElementary #FunRun #StarQuest #Teamwork
4 months ago, Tracy Vik
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Lobos! K01 is in the lead, and we’re already halfway to our goal! Can we get donations from ALL 50 states?? Our amazing librarian, Jennifer Egstad, is inspiring students in the most out-of-this-world way—rocking an inflatable astronaut suit to showcase our Star Quest book and remind us what this fundraiser is all about: teamwork, fun, and making a difference for our school! Keep the energy going, families! Head to MyBooster.com to support, track progress, and help us reach our goal. Let’s do this together! #SoniaSotomayorElementary #FunRun #StarQuest #Teamwork
4 months ago, Sonia Sotomayor Elementary
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Have a minute? That’s all it takes to share about our Sonia Sotomayor Fun Run and help us raise $40,000! Go to MyBooster.com and share through email, text, and on social media with just a click! 💻📱🙌

#juntos #SSE #onepack
4 months ago, Sonia Sotomayor Elementary
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We can’t reach our $40,000 goal without you. It takes everyone working together to really make a difference here at Sonia Sotomayor Elementary.
How many Reward Store points has your student earned so far? Remember that points can be used at the Reward Store for the prize that YOU want! You can shop during the program or wait until after the event. Log in to Mybooster.com to see your family’s point balance!

#Lobos #OnePack #SSE
4 months ago, Sonia Sotomayor Elementary
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