After the 5th Grade Attitude of Gratitude lesson this week, 5th graders began using their indoor recess time to create positive messages to hang in their restroom area, to encourage kindness, positivity and self worth. Some great messages of positivity are hanging for all to take in.
Recently in 505 and 506 music classrooms, students learned about "Musical Styles"! The 80s decade is one of the most fun and musically diverse time periods to study.
We see 70s Disco give way to Hip Hop, and the emergence of Punk Rock, which becomes an intro for the 90s Grunge era.
Mr. Ferri's 505 and 506 classes asked to do an 80s dress up day, which was Wednesday, Feb 12. So much creativity!
Pettigrew Invents! Invention Fair will be held at our school on March 7th from 6:30-8pm.
In addition to student projects, there will be science demonstrations and exhibitions for all to participate in, so please join us on March 7th whether you enter an invention project or not!
There will be fantastic prizes for the top student projects and participation rewards for every student who enters. ANY invention counts, so be creative, have fun, and register today!
Sponsored by the Pettigrew PTO
Register here by Friday, February 21: https://forms.gle/os9gVxSyDmJDFFQF7
Don't miss this awesome CLC event! February 20th from 6:30-7:30.
**NO SCHOOL**
Monday and Tuesday, February 17th & 18th for
President’s Day Break.
Class resumes Wednesday, February 19th.
Enjoy your long weekend!
Second grade students enjoyed a special hour this morning, decorating Valentine's Day boxes with their parents and classmates!
A recent Facebook post regarding Washington High School falsely claimed a routine request for a birth certificate was related to immigration status.
State Law (SDCL 13-27-3.1-3.3) requires all public school students to have a birth certificate on file within 30 days of enrollment. When required records are missing from student files, school staff regularly attempt to contact families before sending the required information to the State’s Attorney.
These requests are made solely to ensure compliance with State Law and to maintain complete student records. They are in no way related to immigration enforcement. We are committed to protecting the privacy of our students and their families.
Please reach out to your child’s school or the district office with any questions rather than relying on social media for accurate information. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping student records up to date.
Calling All Kindergarteners!!
We will have a Kindergarten Open House for incoming kindergarteners for 2025-2026 on March 6th, 2025 from 4-6pm.
*Meet our Kindergarten Team
*Meet our Principals
*Pick up an information packet
*Turn in birth certificates, immunizations and address verifications
*Purchase Spirit Wear
*Take a picture at our Photo Prop Station
*Tour the kindergarten area of the building with student council members
If you have not registered your incoming kindergartener, please do so before the event! If you need help registering please contact the Pettigrew office, we are happy to help!
https://www.sf.k12.sd.us/page/kindergarten-registration
Do you or someone you know have a child who will be 5-years-old on or before September 1st? If so, Online Registration for the 25-26 school year is now open on the Sioux Falls School District website or through the Parent Portal. Start your child off on the right foot this upcoming school year and get them registered now! https://www.sf.k12.sd.us/page/school-registration
Jersey Day Tomorrow!! Friday, February 7th, 2025
Show off your favorite team with your jersey!
100% Accountable. This mindset teaches us that complete acceptance in thoughts and action that one is fully in control of their own happiness and success in life.
January Students of the Month exemplified the Seven Mindset quality of being 100% ACCOUNTABLE!
Congratulations to these students for continuing this Seven Mindsets quality and working on their PAWS everyday!
THE FEBRUARY MINDSET WILL BE ATTITUDE OF GRATITUDE. The Attitude of
Gratitude Mindset is about recognizing the positives in life and focusing on what makes us happy. Be grateful for the world, ourselves, and others. Focusing on gratitude each day
can bring us joy and happiness.
Kindergarten 2025-2026 registration starts now!!!
Current families may log into Infinite Campus to register your incoming kindergartener.
New families will follow the registration tabs on the school district website to register.
Make sure you select the 2025-26 school year when complete this registration.
Kindergarten OPEN HOUSE will be on March 6th! Watch for more information with specific times for visiting. We are looking forward to meeting our 25-26 KINDERGARTENERS!
https://www.sf.k12.sd.us/page/kindergarten-registration
WE NEED OUR PARENTS SUPPORT!
Conferences are next week. Please help support our teachers during conferences by helping to provide a meal for them.
There are plenty of spots open to donate on our sign up page.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4EA8A929A5F5C07-54196200-spring
NO SCHOOL!
Monday, February 3rd, 2025 for Teacher In-Service and Parent Teacher Conferences.
If you have not scheduled your teacher conference yet, please reach out to your teacher now.
For Future Planning:
No School February 17th-18th for Presidents Day Break
Pettigrew students have been working hard to earn 13,000 PAWS tickets during the month of January.
Together our students showed they are Positive, Accountable, Wise, and Safe and earned just over 14,000 tickets!
To celebrate, the entire school will participate in a CRAZY HAIR/HAT Day tomorrow, Friday, January 31!
Way to go PANTHERS!!
PETTIGREW FAMILY PIZZA BINGO NIGHT is this coming THIS FRIDAY, January 31st!!!
*Limited large cheese & pepperoni pizzas will be available to purchase for $15.
*Door open at 6:15pm.
ALSO, be sure to browse through the LOST AND FOUND while you are waiting to get in, or on your way out! It is overflowing with items that need to be claimed ASAP.
Pettigrew continues to celebrate students that achieve Perfect Attendance by quarters! Congratulations to the following students for being here every single day, every single minute, of our SECOND quarter!!
Along with never missing a day of school during the quarter, these students were also never tardy, never left early and never missed any time for appointment! WOW!
This quarter students received a free kids meal from Chick-fil-A! Thanks to Chick-fil-A for helping us recognize their attendance efforts!
NO SCHOOL
Monday, January 20th in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day
For your February planning:
No School:
2/3/2025 - Conferences
2/17-2/18/2025 - Presidents Day Break
Second Quarter Report Cards are now available on your Parent Portal in Infinite Campus.
Please use the pictured guide to assist in finding grades.
If you have any issues accessing your Parent Portal please call the Pettigrew Office for assistance.
Be watching for a message from your child's teacher about signing up for Parent Teacher Conferences in February~
The RHS Girls Basketball team is hosting their Meet the Riders event on Tuesday, January 14th at 7:00pm!
Print or show the ticket picture below for free SFSD elementary school student admission with a paid adult.
Go Riders!!!
