Sonia Sotomayor Spanish Immersion Elementary School

5th Grade Vocal Concert Success! Last Friday, our talented 5th graders brought the story “Why Mosquitoes Buzz in People’s Ears” to life through music, movement, and expressive storytelling. Their teamwork, creativity, and joyful energy made the performance truly unforgettable! We are incredibly proud of each student for their hard work and dedication in preparing for this special event. A heartfelt thank-you to our amazing music teacher, Mrs. Melanie Sander, for her passion, leadership, and commitment to inspiring our students through the magic of music. Thank you to our families and school community for supporting our young performers and celebrating the arts with us! #OnePack #Lobos #SSE #WeAreSonia

about 1 hour ago, Sonia Sotomayor Elementary

5th Grade Vocal Concert Success!

Last Thursday, our talented 5th graders presented “Why Mosquitoes Buzz in People’s Ears,” bringing the story to life through music, movement, and expressive storytelling. Their energy, teamwork, and creativity made the performance truly unforgettable!

We are so proud of each performer and all the hard work they put into making this concert a success.

A very special thank-you to our wonderful music teacher, Mrs. Melanie Sander, for her dedication, passion, and leadership. Thank you for inspiring our students and sharing the joy of music with our school community!

#onepack #lobos #SSE

about 1 hour ago, Sonia Sotomayor Elementary

On Saturday, the SDMEA Elementary Honors Choir delivered an outstanding performance under the distinguished leadership of renowned conductor Greg Gilpin. Their dedication, passion, and musical artistry were truly inspiring. A huge congratulations to our amazing performers: • Emilia Justice • Danny Spade • Evia Reynoza • Koa Buchanan • Luci Kleinjian • Marit Egstad • Abigail Peterson • Kaitlyn Langdon • Clara Hill • Eliana Srska And a special shout-out to our phenomenal music teacher, Mrs. Melanie Sander, for her dedication, guidance, and passion in preparing our young musicians.

2 days ago, Sonia Sotomayor Elementary

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

5 days ago, Sonia Sotomayor Elementary

Happy principal’s month! Your dedication doesn't go unnoticed – thank you for all you do to make our school community thrive! #SSE #unamanada #juntos

5 days ago, Sonia Sotomayor Elementary

El Día de los Muertos Altar at School Today, we had the opportunity to immerse ourselves in Hispanic culture by creating a Día de los Muertos altar at our school. Following tradition, we placed a candle, a glass of water, and a piece of bread — dedicated to those who passed tragically or without a final meal. This experience allowed us to learn, connect, and appreciate a tradition filled with love, reflection, and respect for those who came before us. A huge thank you to everyone who helped bring this altar to life — your time, creativity, and collaboration made this a meaningful cultural celebration for our school community. Que su memoria y nuestras tradiciones sigan vivas siempre. #culture #SSE #unamanada

6 days ago, Sonia Sotomayor Elementary

Yesterday, Sra. Eliana Gutierrez and her 3rd-grade student, Eason Cooper, showcased the amazing science learning happening in our Spanish Immersion program to the SFSD Spanish Immersion Advisory Committee.
We are so proud of you and all the wonderful things happening in our school!

6 days ago, Sonia Sotomayor Elementary

Thank You, Nicole and Bryson! We appreciate your kindness and the delicious treat! Your thoughtful gesture made our day extra sweet. #families #ThankYou #Lobos

9 days ago, Sonia Sotomayor Elementary

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

12 days ago, Sonia Sotomayor Elementary

Get ready to roll, Sonia Sotomayor families!

We’re so excited for our Sonia Sotomayor Skate Party on Tuesday, October 28th from 6–8 PM!

This year, our School Skate Program comes with an awesome bonus — families get 20% off admission when purchasing online using the code SONIAS20!

Plus, the program also gives you 20% off skate classes, Schools Out admission, and more!

Don’t miss this chance to skate, laugh, and have fun with our school community!

#SoniaSotomayorElementary #SkateParty #LetsRoll

13 days ago, Sonia Sotomayor Elementary

Thank you, Dr. Keri Barrow and Keyla from Barrow Orthodontics PC! Last week, our 4th graders had a special visit from Dr. Barrow and Keyla, who gave an engaging presentation on how to take good care of your teeth. Our lobos even received a dental care kit to take home! We are extremely grateful to have such amazing families and community partners supporting our students and promoting healthy habits. #LoboPride #Unamanada #HealthySmiles

15 days ago, Sonia Sotomayor Elementary

✨ Last Day of the Book Fair! ✨ Don’t miss out! Today is the final day of the Book Fair here at Sonia Sotomayor Elementary — and we’re open until 7:00 PM! #Lobos #SSE #Bookfair

20 days ago, Sonia Sotomayor Elementary

Thank You, Sonia Sotomayor Families! A huge thank you to everyone who supported our school fundraising efforts! Because of your generosity, our students are now enjoying 9 Square Game Days filled with fun, teamwork, and laughter! Your support helps us create more exciting opportunities for our kids to learn, play, and grow together. #SoniaSotomayorElementary #ThankYou #9SquareFun #TeamworkInAction

20 days ago, Sonia Sotomayor Elementary

Get ready–the Scholastic Book Fair is coming to our school! Find bestselling series and characters that students love from more than 100 publishers. Plus every purchase benefits our school. We hope you can join us for the Best. We hope you can join us for the Best. Week. Ever! Book Fair eWallet is the easy way to pay: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/soniasotomayores Video book trailers Watch these book trailers to preview some of the stories and characters coming to the Book Fair. https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/content/fairs/videos/video-book-trailers.html

28 days ago, Sonia Sotomayor Elementary

Our new SSE Monthly Newsletter is ready for you! Inside, you’ll find highlights from the past month, important reminders, upcoming events, and celebrations of our amazing students and staff. 👉 https://secure.smore.com/n/yb0hn-el-noticiero Thank you for staying connected and supporting our school community. We’re excited to share all the great things happening at SSE with you each month! #lobos # SSE #unamanada

29 days ago, Sonia Sotomayor Elementary

29 days ago, Sonia Sotomayor Elementary

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

about 1 month ago, Sonia Sotomayor Elementary

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

about 1 month ago, Sonia Sotomayor Elementary

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

about 1 month ago, Sonia Sotomayor Elementary