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**Friday, November 3: 1st Grade Field Trip
**Tuesday, November 7, 5:30pm: VAC Meeting
**Tuesday, November 7: Restaurant Night: I Heart Mac N Cheese
**Wednesday, November 8: Grocery Give Back: Spinelli's
**Thursday, November 9: Kindergarten Field Trip
**Friday, November 10: NO SCHOOL (Stedman Day)
**November 13-17: Book Fair
**Thursday, November 16: DPS Thanksgiving Lunch
**November 20-24: Thanksgiving Break (No School)
(The Stedman Calendar can always be viewed HERE)
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Note From Principal Atkins
Stedman Families,
Happy November (and a belated Happy Halloween and Dia de los Muertos)! We had so much fun celebrating this week, and I hope you got a chance to watch our front office Halloween video because it's worth the minute out of your day to see "Coach Prime" making an appearance at Stedman! Thank you for coming out to the costume parade, it was a joyful time as always.
Next Friday, November 10th, Stedman students do NOT have school. This Stedman Day is used by our staff for professional development. Please don't forget to mark your calendars.
There was a typo in last week's newsletter about the Thanksgiving Lunch here at school - the date is Thursday, November 16th. This is a chance for families to join their student during lunch and is hosted all over DPS, please purchase your ticket from the main office before November 10th if you plan to join (more details below).
Sunday is Daylight Savings time! Be sure to set your clock back an hour and try to enjoy that extra hour of sleep.
Don't forget, as the temperatures are dropping, we want to make sure everyone is aware of our weather policies. For drop-off, when the temperature is below 27 degrees or when rain/snow is significant, students will gather inside to wait for the bell. Above 27 degrees, students will still wait outside for the bell so be sure to arrive as close to 9:10am as possible or bundle your child up appropriately. (Please remember that we do NOT have supervision on our playground until 8:55am for our K-5 students. Please do not drop off students before that time.) This is the same temperature threshold for outdoor recess. While adults may find that chilly, our students overwhelmingly prefer to have recess outside, and we know how important physical activity is during the day for our young people. On days where there is snow on the ground, please be sure to send your student with appropriate shoes/boots and gloves. If you do not have access to any, please reach out to alison_larson@dpsk12.net or Ms. Rhonda so we can support you.
The District utilizes weather delays/late starts when there is significant weather, so make sure you check your texts or our social media when inclement weather is happening.
Don't forget to check out the rest of this newsletter, particularly for updates to our visitor process and photos from the week. I hope everyone has a wonderful Fall weekend.
Sincerely,
Michael Atkins
Principal
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Nota del Sr. Atkins
Estimadas familias de Stedman,
¡Feliz noviembre (y un tardío feliz Halloween y Día de los Muertos)! Nos divertimos mucho celebrando esta semana y espero que tengas la oportunidad de ver el video de Halloween de nuestra oficina principal porque vale la pena dedicar un minuto de tu día para ver a "Coach Prime" aparecer en Stedman. Gracias por asistir al desfile de disfraces, fue un momento alegre como siempre.
El próximo viernes 10 de noviembre los estudiantes de Stedman NO tendrán clases. Nuestro personal utiliza este Día Stedman para el desarrollo profesional. Por favor no olviden marcar sus calendarios.
Hubo un error tipográfico en el boletín de la semana pasada sobre el almuerzo de Acción de Gracias aquí en la escuela: la fecha es el jueves 16 de noviembre. Esta es una oportunidad para que las familias se unan a sus estudiantes durante el almuerzo y se realiza en todo DPS. Compre su boleto en la oficina principal antes del 10 de noviembre si planea unirse (más detalles a continuación).
¡El domingo es horario de verano! Asegúrate de retrasar tu reloj una hora e intenta disfrutar de esa hora extra de sueño.
No olvide que, a medida que las temperaturas están bajando, queremos asegurarnos de que todos conozcan nuestras políticas climáticas. Para dejarlos, cuando la temperatura sea inferior a 27 grados o cuando llueva/nieve significativamente, los estudiantes se reunirán adentro para esperar el timbre. Por encima de los 27 grados, los estudiantes seguirán esperando afuera hasta que suene el timbre, así que asegúrese de llegar lo más cerca posible de las 9:10 a. m. o abrigue a su hijo de manera adecuada. (Recuerde que NO tenemos supervisión en nuestro patio de recreo hasta las 8:55 a. m. para nuestros estudiantes de K-5. No deje a los estudiantes antes de esa hora). Este es el mismo umbral de temperatura para el recreo al aire libre. Si bien a los adultos les puede resultar frío, nuestros estudiantes prefieren abrumadoramente tener el recreo al aire libre, y sabemos lo importante que es la actividad física durante el día para nuestros jóvenes. En los días en que haya nieve en el suelo, asegúrese de enviar a su estudiante con zapatos/botas y guantes adecuados. Si no tiene acceso a ninguno, comuníquese con alison_larson@dpsk12.net o con la Sra. Rhonda para que podamos ayudarlo.
El Distrito utiliza retrasos climáticos/inicios tardíos cuando hay condiciones climáticas significativas, así que asegúrese de revisar sus mensajes de texto o nuestras redes sociales cuando haya mal tiempo.
No olvide consultar el resto de este boletín, especialmente para obtener actualizaciones de nuestro proceso de visitantes y fotografías de la semana. Espero que todos tengan un maravilloso fin de semana de otoño.
Michael Atkins
Principal
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Stedman News!
Each week we'll share a glimpse into the school and what we're up to along with important updates and information from Principal Atkins. Don't miss it!
Cada semana compartiremos un vistazo a la escuela y lo que estamos haciendo junto con actualizaciones e información importantes del director Atkins. ¡No te lo pierdas!
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Shout out for all the fun we had together on Halloween!
¡Grita por toda la diversión que pasamos juntos en Halloween!
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Shout out to all the people who made our Dia de los Muertos activities in ECE-1st Grade such a hit!
¡Un saludo a todas las personas que hicieron que nuestras actividades del Día de los Muertos en ECE-1er grado fueran un éxito!
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5th Grade Families - To help students get a glimpse into middle school life and take a look at some of your options, we are finalizing tours at a few of the schools closest to Stedman in January (McAuliffe International, Denver Green School, & McAuliffe Manual). Stay tuned for more information on this.
Families in Immersion, click HERE for more information about options with Spanish instruction.
Familias de quinto grado: para ayudar a los estudiantes a vislumbrar la vida en la escuela secundaria y ver algunas de sus opciones, estamos finalizando recorridos en algunas de las escuelas más cercanas a Stedman en enero (McAuliffe International, Denver Green School y McAuliffe Manual). ). Estén atentos para obtener más información sobre esto.
Familias en Inmersión, haga clic AQUÍ para obtener más información sobre las opciones con instrucción en español.
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INCLUSION CORNER
As we all engage in the journey towards greater inclusion and equity, we will be providing resources each week here in "Inclusion Corner". We hope you find these useful as we continue to learn and grow together.
A medida que todos participamos en el viaje hacia una mayor inclusión y equidad, estaremos brindando recursos cada semana aquí en el "Rincón de la inclusión". Esperamos que los encuentre útiles a medida que continuamos aprendiendo y creciendo juntos.
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NOVEMBER IS NATIVE AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH
National Native American Heritage Month is celebrated each year in November. It is a time to celebrate the traditions, languages and stories of Native American, Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian, and affiliated Island communities and ensure their rich histories and contributions continue to thrive with each passing generation. This November and every month, we celebrate the culture and heritage of these remarkable Americans who deeply enrich the quality and character of our Nation. We celebrate Indian Country with its remarkable diversity of Indigenous and Alaska Native cultures and peoples.
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Dive in with your family and children by checking out some excellent articles and resources here or by watching this PBS Kids video here.
Several years ago, we collaborated on a Land Acknowledgement for the Stedman website. Did you know that if you text 907-312-5085 with your zip code, you will receive a response with the Indigenous lands you are on? In the area of 80207 -where Stedman is- you are on Arapaho, Cheyenne, Núu-agha-tʉvʉ-pʉ̱ (Ute), and Očhéthi Šakówiŋ land. More info: land.codeforanchorage.org.
Learn about Land Acknowledgement, Traditional Lands, and Treaties
Do you know what a land acknowledgement is, why it is important and how to incorporate the practice into your own life? The Native Governance Center shares this handy Guide to Indigenous Land Acknowledgement..
If you’re unsure about the Indigenous Peoples land you are living on, you can search your location using Native Land, a growing database that documents traditional territories, languages, and treaties worldwide. This resource is also available as an app for your phone or tablet.
Other resources include Tribal Nations Maps, a source of hard copy maps that identify the traditional lands of Tribes in North and South America and the Caribbean, and the Smithsonian’s digital archive of treaties made between the United States and Indigenous Tribes.
More stories and videos you can share with your children:
Honor Indigenous Stories
In addition to deepening your knowledge and awareness, it’s important to incorporate more Indigenous voices into your life, too.
Native Journalism and Publications
First Nations Development Institute: 10 Featured Books for 2020
Book Marks Reviews: 12 Books by Indigenous Writers
Buzzfeed News: 14 Contemporary Books by Native American Authors
Electric Literature: Decolonize Your Bookshelf with these Books by Native American Writers
Open Education Database: 20 Native American Authors You Need to Read
Sea Howl Bookshop: Indigenous Authors & History
Tribal Maps: Children's Books by School Age Level
Native American Journalism Association
Indian Country Today
Powwows.com
Native News Online
Podcasts
Indian & Cowboy
All My Relations
NDN Collective Podcasts
The Native Seed Pod
Coffee & Quaq
Red Nation Podcast
Decolonize Thanksgiving
Articles to read about decolonizing Thanksgiving:
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Update for Visitors
Starting on Monday, 10/30/23, we will be implementing the use of our Raptor Visitor Management system to ensure the continued safety for all of the students and staff. This system is being used across DPS.
What's changing?
- First time you visit the building, you will be required to have a photo ID (passport or driver's license)
- Returning visits, you will NOT have to have an ID to enter, we will look your name up in the system and be able to print a new visitors passes and run new reports.
DPS Visitor Access Guidelines
- All visitors must enter DPS buildings through the main entrance.
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All visitors are required to have their identification scanned by the Raptor Visitor Management System. Please read Board of Education policies on School Visitors and Public Conduct on School Property.
- Pre-approved community partners will continue to have access to DPS schools. A DPS community partner is defined as those organizations providing staff and student support to our schools. Examples of DPS community partners may include private duty nurses, Boys and Girls Club of Denver, etc.
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Reminder: FREE Volunteer background check: https://equity.dpsk12.org/get-involved/volunteer-services/
A partir del lunes 30/10/23, implementaremos el uso de nuestro sistema de gestión de visitantes Raptor para garantizar la seguridad continua de todos los estudiantes y el personal. Este sistema se utiliza en todo DPS.
¿Qué está cambiando?
- La primera vez que visite el edificio, se le solicitará una identificación con fotografía (pasaporte o licencia de conducir).
- Para visitas recurrentes, NO necesitará tener una identificación para ingresar, buscaremos su nombre en el sistema y podremos imprimir nuevos pases de visitante y generar nuevos informes.
Pautas de acceso para visitantes de DPS
- Todos los visitantes deben ingresar a los edificios de DPS por la entrada principal.
- Todos los visitantes deben tener su identificación escaneada por el Sistema de Gestión de Visitantes Raptor. Lea las políticas de la Junta de Educación sobre visitantes escolares y conducta pública en la propiedad escolar.
- Los socios comunitarios preaprobados seguirán teniendo acceso a las escuelas de DPS. Un socio comunitario de DPS se define como aquellas organizaciones que brindan apoyo al personal y a los estudiantes de nuestras escuelas. Ejemplos de socios comunitarios de DPS pueden incluir enfermeras privadas, Boys and Girls Club of Denver, etc.
- Recordatorio: Verificación de antecedentes voluntaria GRATUITA: https://equity.dpsk12.org/get-involved/volunteer-services/
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Basketball
Congratulations to our Stedman Basketball Team who played a tough game against Hallett last night but suffered their first loss of the season! We’re proud of you!
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DPS Discount Days are back! We wanted to share more discount offers with your families, students and staff. Please see the information below for an upcoming production at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts (DCPA):
Join us in supporting the production of A Little Night Music at the Wolf Theatre from now until October 8, 2023! Use discount code DPSFUND to receive 15% off tickets in select seating locations. $5 from each ticket sold will be donated back to the DPS Foundation! Buy your tickets today: Tickets & Events - Denver Center for the Performing Arts.
You can also visit https://dpsfoundation.org/offers/ for more information on these discounts and other special offers. Any help you can provide in distributing these opportunities would be greatly appreciated.
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We are launching a new fundraiser this year! We are encouraging everyone to make a monthly donation of what you can give instead of a one time giving in the Spring. By the end of the year, we will still meet our goal through your donation! Click the link or scan the QR to get started. https://app.memberhub.gives/stedman
¡Estamos lanzando una nueva recaudación de fondos este año! Animamos a todos a hacer una donación mensual de lo que puedan dar en lugar de una donación única en la primavera. ¡Para fin de año, aún lograremos nuestro objetivo a través de su donación! Haga clic en el enlace o escanee el QR para comenzar. https://app.memberhub.gives/stedman
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THANK YOU SPONSORS
If you or someone you know is interested in sponsoring Stedman, please reach out to pta.stedman@gmail.com.
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