October 12, 2023

Addressing Israel-Hamas and the Impacts on our Community District News

Over many years but especially in the last few days, our world witnessed distressing events unfolding in the Middle East. The repercussions of these events resonate globally and within our community. These events deeply affect our students, staff, and families.

We wish to remind everyone that while world events may be beyond our control, our response in honor of the humanity and dignity within our own community and schools are not. Our topmost priority is to ensure a safe, respectful, and nurturing environment for all our students and staff.

In light of these recent events, students are encouraged to meet with school social workers, psychologists and guidance counselors as needed. Additionally, site leaders will be available to hold space for students together in community. These resources will play a pivotal role in navigating discussions and concerns that might arise.

Recognizing the diverse backgrounds and lived experiences within our community, we understand that the effects of these events will vary. In the coming days, some might need additional support. We encourage you to utilize school and community resources for mental health support. In challenging times, our commitment to each other and understanding are our greatest strengths. We are here for you

Peter Hobart Families,

If you had not had a chance yet, please click on this link to sign up for a Family Connect Time.

Please make sure to check the Lost & Found items when you come to Family Connect Time.

There will be no PH Communicator going out next week. Look for the next edition on Thursday, October 26.

Kari Schwietering, Peter Hobart Principal

952-928-6602 ~ schwietering.kari@slpschools.org

Brian Massie, Peter Hobart Elementary Support Supervisor

952-928-6594 ~ massie.brian@slpschools.org

Important Dates

* Click HERE for 2023-24 At-A-Glance Calendar*

October 12 - 1st Grade to Stages Theatre 9:30 - 11:30

October 12 - Hispanic Heritage Month Assembly 1:15

October 13 ~ SLP Homecoming Parade & Game

October 17 ~ Family Connections (3:00 - 7:00 PM) CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP

October 18 ~ Family Connections (7:20 AM - 3:20 PM) CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP

October 18th ~ NO SCHOOL (Connect Conferences)

October 19th ~ NO SCHOOL (MEA)

October 20th ~ NO SCHOOL (MEA)

October 23 - Youth Enrichment classes start

October 29 - PH PTO Family Meet Up at Birchwood Park (28th St. & Zarthan)

October 30 to November 10 - PH Direct Fundraiser

November 1 - 10 Día de los Muertos ofrenda

November 3 - PH PTO Owl Program at Westwood Nature Center

November 3 ~ NO SCHOOL (Professional Development for teachers)

November 7 - PH PTO Winter Clothing Drive with Northstar donuts

November 14 - Kindergarten Science Observation Night 5:00 - 6:30

November 15- Picture Retake Day

November 30 - Next Bring It Home meeting

December 8 ~ NO SCHOOL (Professional Development for teachers)

December 22 to January 1 ~ NO SCHOOL (Winter Break)

*Click HERE for St Louis Park City Calendar*

Meal Menus

Menu's in Spanish

Menu's in English

Menu's in Somali

SLP Homecoming Game October 13th

Join us for the SLP Homecoming Festivities on October 13, 2023

All residents, families, staff, and alumni are invited to join together for this year's SLP Homecoming events where the SLP Orioles will take on Cretin-Derham Hall - kickoff at 7pm!

Be in the Homecoming Parade on Friday!

Students from Aquila, Peter Hobart, Susan Lindgren and Park Spanish Immersion are invited to be in the St. Louis Park Homecoming Parade and dance Waving Flag with Super María next Friday! Look for Super María holding a big WAVING FLAG sign before and after the parade. Families are welcome to walk in the parade as well after the dance, we ask that you stay close to your children during the event.

The parade is on Friday, October 13th, from 4:30- 5:00 pm, with lineup beginning in the back parking lot (long lot) of the high school at 4:00pm. If your student would like to be in the parade, please meet at 4 p.m. at the High School (6425 W 33rd St, St Louis Park, MN 55426).

Learn more about Homecoming and the parade route here.

Homecoming Expectations:

Any child in 8th grade or below must be accompanied by a paying adult who is responsible for them, their behavior and their whereabouts at the game. The student must be in the bleachers unless with the accompanying adult.
No bags, backpacks or outside food/drink will be allowed in. No reentry. Please remember there are no cash ticket sales and no refunds.
Admission will stop at the end of the third quarter.

Please purchase your tickets here: https://gopark.hometownticketing.com/embed/event/171?es=3d0ggtfutrl2gq6rs8tuc4ha8a&single=1

PH's Homecoming Spirit Dress Up Days ONE LAST DAY PARK PRIDE:

Friday, October 13 ~ Park Pride Day - wear your orange and black.

Lifetouch Picture Information

Students had their pictures taken on October 4. What to expect next?

Approximately 2-3 weeks following picture day, proofs will be sent home with students.
The proofs will include a unique code for each student with directions on how to access student pictures online.
Families will order their selections on the website and their student's pictures will be mailed directly to their homes.
Picture retake day is scheduled for Wednesday, November 15. More information forthcoming on retakes.

Family Connections October 17th and 18th

Family Connections is Tuesday, October 17th from 2:40pm-7:00pm and Wednesday, October 18th from 7:20am-3:00pm

Please click on teacher link below to sign up:

KINDERGARTEN

1ST GRADE

2ND GRADE

3RD GRADE

4TH GRADE

5TH GRADE

TALENT DEVELOPMENT

Kathryn Oberg- Grade K-2 Family Connection Plan

Are your kindergarten, first, or second graders sharing about their time in Talent Development at home? Want to get some ideas to continue this learning as a family? Swing by Ms. Oberg's (Obie's) Room 105 during Family Connect Time on October 17th (between 3:00-6:30) and 18th (between 8:00-11:00 or 12:00-2:00) to get some fun STEAM activities to try at home!

Renee Robinson - Grades 3-5 Family Connection Plan

Please join us for the Music Instruction Open House the evening of October 17th (between 3:00-6:30) and 18th (between 8:00-11:00 or 12:00-2:00)

MUSIC

Carlos Siguenza- Grades K-5 Family Connection Plan

Please join us for the Music Instruction Open House the evening of October 17th (between 3:00-6:30) and 18th (between 8:00-11:00 or 12:00-2:00)

PHY ED

Richard Keith- Grades K-5 Family Connection Plan

Please join us for the Phy Ed Open House the evening of October 17th (between 3:00-6:30) and October 18th (between 8:00-11:00 or 12:00-2:00)

Fall Youth Enrichment Classes

Art:

Winter Celebration Drawing Class

Our Cartoon Celebration is a fun afterschool activity perfect for your smart and innovative child.

Tuesdays, Nov. 14-Dec. 12, 2:15-3:45 p.m.

5 Sessions: $110

Click here to register now!

Chess:

Grandmasters of Chess

In each class, students are taught different chess concepts and coached to implement those concepts into

their chess games. Each class sends with students playing 20-30 minutes of chess.

Tuesdays, Oct. 24-Dec. 19 (No Class Oct. 31), 2:15-3:15 p.m.

8 Sessions: $130

Click here to register now!

Sports:

Flag Football

The 6-week program is structured in one-hour instructional sessions combining fundamental skills

instruction and organized competition.

Wednesdays, Nov.1-Dec. 13 (No Class Nov. 22), 2:15-3:15 p.m.

6 Sessions: $99

Click here to register now!

Hand, Foot & Mouth Disease

There are cases of Hand, Foot, & Mouth Disease in our school community. Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease is a common viral illness that typically occurs in children under age 10. Symptoms may include a runny nose, low-grade fever, and sometimes a sore throat. A blister-like rash typically occurs a couple of days later in the mouth and on the hands & feet. It may take 3 to 6 days for symptoms to start.

Students with Hand, Foot, & Mouth Disease need to be fever free for 24 hours without taking fever-reducing medication and feel well enough to participate in school activities before returning to school.

The Hand Foot Mouth Disease fact sheet from Hennepin County can be viewed HERE.

If your student has symptoms please notify the attendance line: 952-928-6604

Peter Hobart Proud

Pajama day!

Peter Hobart PTO

Dine for Dollars!

Join us for a fantastic Mexican meal! Throughout the school year, Mexico City Cafe will donate 5% of all purchases to Peter Hobart. So, eat up and dine for dollars! See menu HERE

2023- 2024 Events

PH Family Meet-Up - Sunday Oct 29th 1-3pm (Birchwood Park)

Peter Hobart Direct – Oct 30th - November 10th

Owl Program at Westwood Nature Center – Friday Nov 3rd, 6:30-8pm

Winter Clothing Drive w/ North Star Donuts – Tues Nov 7th, 2-6pm

PH Family Meet-Up (December or January Activity TBD)

PTO General Meeting – January TBD, 6:00pm

Black History Month Celebration – Feb TBD

PH Family Meet-Up (March Activity TBD)

Imagination Fair – March TBD

Spring Book Fair – April TBD

Earth Day Event at Westwood Nature Center, Fri April 26th, 6:30 -8pm

PTO General Meeting – May TBD, 6:00pm

Spring Carnival – Fri May 3rd

Last Day of School Celebration – Thurs Jun 13th

If you would like to get involved, please email peterhobartpto@gmail.com

Box Tops: Download the Box Tops for Education app on iTunes or Google Play to earn money for Peter Hobart when purchasing products with a Box Top label on it. See BTFE.com for eligible products.
Amazon Smile: Shop at smile.amazon.com and Amazon will donate 0.5% of the price of your eligible Amazon Smile purchases to the Peter Hobart PTO. Amazon Smile is the same Amazon you know—same products, same prices, same service. Support our school by shopping at smile.amazon.com and select Peter Hobart PTO as your charitable donation organization.