SIA Parent Newsletter
September 10, 2021
Head of School Message
Dear Parents,

In an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19, we have been working closely with the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) and the Virginia Department of Health (VDH) to implement a free COVID-19 screening testing program for our students, teachers, and staff for the this school year. Screening testing is routine testing of individuals who do not have COVID-19 symptoms. Many COVID-19 infections come from contact with a person who does not have symptoms; screening testing can help identify infected people who may be contagious as early as possible so measures can be taken to keep the virus from spreading.  We anticipate the screening program to begin in late October. More information as well as consent to participate will be available in the coming weeks through ParentSquare. If you would like more information or have any questions please contact Susan Schwartzman, our school nurse.

Tuesday, September 14, 2021 is our 33rd Annual Bob Josephberg Classic Golf Tournament. This tournament is our school’s biggest fundraiser and we truly can’t thank the donors enough for supporting our school. We are still looking for volunteers to help out during the event. If you are interested please contact Carly Glikman.

Please remember Wednesday, September 15 is Erev Yom Kippur, there is a noon dismissal and Fullcare and Sundown are open until 4:00pm. There is no school on Thursday, September 16 in observance of Yom Kippur and FULLCARE, SIA Sundown and JCC SDO are closed.

Wishing you good health, happiness, peace and prosperity, today and all through the year!
S
Shabbat Shalom and L’shanah Tovah!
 
Heather Moore
Head of School
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.

9/14 - SIA Golf Tournament at Bayville
 
9/15 - Yom Kippur Eve; 12:00p Dismissal; EY Fullcare and PY Sundown Open Until 4pm

9/16 - Yom Kippur; NO SCHOOL; EY Fullcare and Camp JCC SDO Closed

9/20 - Erev Sukkot, Noon Dismissal, EY Fullcare and PY Sundown open till 4pm

9/21 - Sukkot, No School, EY Fullcare Open, Camp JCC SDO Open

9/22 - Sukkot, No School, EY Fullcare Open, Camp JCC SDO Open

9/23 Life and Legacy Breakfast in the Sukkah

9/24 PVO Breakfast in the Sukkah, 8:15am - 9:30am.
IMPORTANT REMINDERS:
  • Label ALL Belongings
  • Bring a water bottle daily
  • 2 Clean Masks

SIA FAMILY HANDBOOK:
Please read the SIA Family Handbook carefully, whether you are a new family or a returning family, as some rules and regulations change from year to year. 

EMERGENCY CARDS:
Pre-printed emergency cards were sent home with your child. Please be sure to verify and update your information. All emergency cards are due ASAP!

FOB Forms:
Need a school key FOB? Stop by the School office for a form.
The IB Learner Profile
What is the IB "Learner Profile?"
These are qualities determined to be most important in creating positive and productive citizens of the world. As you walk around SIA, you will see these Learner Profile qualities posted in each classroom and used in lessons interchangeably.

 
What are the 'Learner Profile' qualities?
  • Inquirer --  I am curious and know how to discover answers to many of my questions. I love to learn!
  • Thinkers -- I use my thinking skills to make good choices and solve problems.
  • Communicators -- I understand and share ideas in more than one language.
  • Risk-takers -- I try new things, love to explore, and confidently share my experiences.
  • Knowledgeable -- I explore big ideas that are important. I know and can do a lot of important things.
  • Principled -- I am fair and honest. I can make good decisions about what is right and wrong for me.
  • Caring -- I am concerned about other people's needs and feelings. I believe it is important to help others.
  • Open-Minded -- I am comfortable with differences. I welcome and respect other people's points of views and ways of doing things.
  • Balanced  --  To be healthy, it is important for me to balance the needs of my mind and body.
  • Reflective -- I think about and discuss my learning, skills, and products. 
A Sample of Self Described IB Learner Profile Traits by First Grade.
SIA Parent Volunteer Organization
Nina Kruger, Mom of Liam (Kindergarten)
Melissa Kass, Mom of Jonah (Grade 5), Micah (Grade 2) and Alexa (EY3)
Hello SIA Parents!

SIA is such a special parent community, and we are excited to get our year started. Please extend a warm welcome to our 55+ new students and their families!

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!

Please click on the link to complete our Parent Involvement Survey! We will be reaching out to Room Parents for a virtual room parent meeting in September.

Save the Dates:
September 24 - Parent Breakfast in the Sukkah (Outside), 8am-9:30am
October 7 - SIA Family Pasta Dinner (Outside), 5:30pm - 7pm

We look forward to meeting you virtually and hopefully in person soon!

Melissa Kass and Nina Kruger
PVO Chairs
Ways to Support SIA

Harris Teeter will automatically give a percentage to SIA everytime you show and use your VIC Card!
Amazon will donate 0.5% of the price of your eligible AmazonSmile purchases to Strelitz International Academy whenever you shop on AmazonSmile.  

Strelitz International Academy to receive your AmazonSmile donation dollars.
In the Community
Sunday Fun Day
SUNDAY, September 12
2:00 pm

On the second Sunday of each month, pack the family into the car and head to the Reba and Sam Sandler Family Campus for a fun-filled afternoon for the whole family!This Sunday Fun Day will take place outside and will include field games, mini golf, music and a sweet treat.
Sunday Fun Days are FREE and open to Simon Family JCC members, Synagogue members, PJ Library families, SIA families, YAD members, and Camp JCC families.