SIA Parent Newsletter
January 10, 2022
Head of School Message
Dear Parents,

Strelitz International Academy’s Spirit Week and Day of Giving was a huge success! We reached 65% of our goal of 100% participation from our parent community. If you were unable to make a gift this week, there is still time, please email Andie Eichelbaum, Director of Development. Pledges are payable by June 30th, 2022. Thank you so much to all of our SIA community who participated!

As we approach the winter storm season, please make sure your contact information is up to date with the school office. If your contact information has changed, please remember to update your email address, home, work, and cell phone numbers. Please email Linda Bridges to ensure our records are accurate. In the event of an emergency, you will receive a phone call along with a text directly from Parent Square. In addition, we will post school closings on channels 3, 10 and 13. SIA administration makes every effort not to cancel school unnecessarily. However, at times it can be very difficult to predict when road conditions will improve across all of Hampton Roads. 

Just a reminder that next Monday, January 17, 2022 is Martin Luther King Day and school is closed for Faculty Professional Development. Early Years Fullcare will be closed, and JCC Schools Day out program is open for primary years’ students enrolled in the program.

Below you will see some reminders for next week. 
Shavuah Tov, wishing you all a wonderful week ahead!

Heather Moore
Head of School
Spirit Week was a Huge Success
Dates and Reminders
SCHOOL CALENDAR:
Click to view the 2021-2022 SIA Calendar. 
Please note: as the year progresses, we will update our calendar as it relates to events and COVID-19.

1/13 PY Tu B'Shevat Celebration, 2:30pm

1/14 Tu B'Shevat Adventure, EY3-EY4, 9:30am

1/17 MLK Day, Professional Development, EY FC Closed; PY Camp JCC Open

1/17 Book Club Meeting - The Self Driven Child

1/20 SIA Day of Giving Back

1/28 SIA IB Parent Challenge, 8:15 - 9:15

2/15 Re-enrollment Forms and Deposits due for EY2 - Grade 5
IMPORTANT REMINDERS:
  • Label ALL Belongings
  • Bring a water bottle daily
  • 2 Clean Masks

The Parent Facebook group serves as a way to connect our parents, so please don't be shy. Ask questions, give suggestions and post pics!

Parent Volunteer Organization
Please contact Carin Simon to join any of SIA's Parent Committees:
  • Outreach Committee
  • Room Parent Committee
  • Teacher Appreciation Committee
  • SIA Parent Ambassadors
SIA Spirit Week and Day of Giving
Dear SIA Parents,

On behalf of the entire Strelitz community, I would like to extend the most sincere gratitude to all of our families who participated in our Spirit Week and Day of Giving. Everything about last week showcased the power of community. Your children wore huge smiles on their faces as they proudly modeled their silly hair and crazy socks. And you, our devoted parents took a call to action and put forth the act of tzedakah/giving, which we so strongly teach our students. 

Your generosity and support makes a world of difference for our school and we thank you for helping us reach 65% of our goal of 100%. Because of you, our school will continue to have the ability to nurture and grow the minds of our future leaders.

If you were unable to participate last week, you still have the opportunity by making a donation today to our annual donor fund. All pledges received are payable via our website and due by June 30, 2022. Please click here to donate.

Thank you again for joining together, to make a difference for our SIA Family.

Andie Eichelbaum
SIA Development Director
Planning for the 2022-2023 School Year
Dear Parents,

Happy New Year! As you start to plan for 2022-2023, please click here for our 2022-2023 Year at a Glance. We will send out a full calendar later in the year.

In addition, reenrollment forms will go out to all currently enrolled families*on February 1. Reenrollment is February 1 - February 15. At that time, you will be notified to reenroll your current student and make your $250 enrollment deposit through Open Apply.

Flexible Tuition or Financial Aid for 2022-2023 is also due by February 15. You are welcome to start that application process now. Families need to complete a new form each year when applying for aid. Please click here to apply for Flexible Tuition or Financial Aid. P

Please feel free to reach out to me with any further questions: 757.424.4327 or csimon@strelitzacademy.org

*Students who are not turning 2 years old by September 30, 2022 will not need to reenroll.
SAVE THE DATE:
SIA IB Parent Challenge - Friday, January 28
Join our SIA Parent Book Club
The IB Program promotes agency in children. How do we get there as parents?

Join us for an exclusive virtual
SIA Parent Book Club!

We will be reading
The Self-Driven Child
by William Stixrud, PHD
and Ned Johnson.
Please RSVP to Carin Simon with your interest in joining the parent book club. First virtual meeting is Wednesday, January 19 at noon.

Available on Amazon, Kindle, and Audible.
IN THE COMMUNITY
JCC Afterschool Activities
Please contact Sarah Cooper, Camp JCC Program Manager, Simon Family JCC for more information: scooper@simonfamilyjcc.org
Students can be picked up at dismissal and escorted to each class. Sundown and full care children can be escorted as well. No child can return to Sundown or full care as a protocol of Covid-19. 
Little Ninjas-
Children in kindergarten and first grade will learn the foundation of self defense by recognizing stranger danger and learning how to react. They will become confident in how to deal with emergency situations, like following procedures calmly. Little Ninjas will also improve motor skills, coordination, and concentration.
Grades: Kindergarten and 1st
Time: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:30-4:10
Dates: January 11- February 4
Location: The Zone- JCC
Registration: Front Desk or call 757-321-2338
Pricing: $104 Members/ $135 Potential Members*
*Additional charges for uniform, manual, and belt promotions will be handled through the instructor.
 
Self Defense
Children from grades 2-5 will learn situational awareness, to be aware of their surroundings and know when there is a threat to themselves or others. They will learn anti-bullying strategies to de-escalate and stop bullying with a non-violence approach. Children will gain self-discipline and confidence as their skills strengthen with biweekly training. Respect for your parents, your teachers, peers and especially yourself is paramount.
Grades: 2nd-5th
Time: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:30-4:30 or 4:45-5:45
Dates: January 11- February 4
Location: Studio 2- JCC (Fitness/2nd Floor)
Registration: Front Desk or call 757-321-2338
Pricing: $104 Members/ $135 Potential Members*
 *Additional charges for uniform, manual, and belt promotions will be handled through the instructor. 

Soccer Shots
Soccer season can be year round with Soccer Shots! Learn soccer fundamentals while building character development like teamwork, respect, and determination! For inclement weather and temps below 40 degrees, practice will be indoors in the gym. 
Kindergarten- 3rd Grade
Time: Tuesdays 3:30-4:15 or 4:30-5:15
Dates: January 11- March 1 
Location: Soccer Field or Gym- JCC

PreK 3's and 4's
Time: Thursdays 4:15-5:00 or 5:15-6:00
Dates: January 13- March 3
Location: Soccer Field or Gym- JCC

Kids Yoga with Brigitte
Let your child transition from a hectic school day to a peaceful and fun afternoon! Brigitte has worked with the Simon Family JCC and Strelitz International Academy for many years now and has come to know many families in the community. Children will learn breathing exercises, yoga poses, and mindfulness in a fun, relaxed atmosphere. 
Grades: Kindergarten-5th
Time: Wednesdays 3:45-4:45
Dates: January 12- March 2
Location: The Zone- JCC 
Registration: Front Desk or call 757-321-2338
Pricing: $104 Members/ $135 Potential Members