Veterans Day: A Day of Remembrance!
Morris Watson, grandfather of our very own Chris Watson, served honorably in the United States Military as part of the Infantry during World War II
Dear Soundview Families,
This week has been filled with a range of emotions. Soundview is the best place to be, regardless of your political preferences. We are here for our community, and you belong here. Please don’t hesitate to reach out and connect.
Reminder, Soundview school and offices are closed to observe Veterans Day on Monday, November 11. School resumes at the usual time on Tuesday, November 12. Veterans Day holds deep significance for my family and for many others in our Soundview community. The photo above is one my grandmother carried in her purse every day while my grandfather served in the Army during WWII. I encourage each of you to take a moment to honor those who have served and sacrificed to protect our freedoms. Now more than ever, I am proud to be part of a school that champions an ethical, rigorous, and compassionate education.
Our students were out in the community this week. Our seventh-grade Humanities class visited Idris Mosque, continuing their World Religions unit. These field trips give students a unique opportunity to explore primary sources by engaging with the people, architecture, and practices of each faith. Back in the classroom, students reflect on how these experiences deepen their understanding as they prepare to research a religion of their choice. Learn more about Idris Mosque HERE, and see photos from the trip below.
First and second-grade students walked over to Brighton Court to interview a panel of residents. Their Community unit is about how people work together to meet their needs and achieve common goals, with a focus on roles, responsibilities, and interdependence. Students generated questions to ask the residents about the communities they have been part of throughout their lives. You can learn about Brighton Court HERE, and see photos from the outing below.
It’s getting cold! Please provide your students with plenty of layers of clothing. We continue to work and play outdoors throughout the winter. Gloves, hats, and rain pants are all essential to keeping students happy and productive. As the weather changes, inclement weather can affect school operations. Soundview makes its own decisions about school closures or delays. We do not follow the local school district or other schools. You will be notified in the case of any changes to normal school operations. If you don’t hear from us, we’re open!
Here are the November reminders or opportunities to look forward to:
On Thursday, November 14th the SPGA will be hosting a Family Education Night featuring Dr. Karen Pavlidis, 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm in the PAC. The topic is “Strategies to Promote Self-Regulation in Children & Empowering Parents as the Agents of Change” This presentation aims to build caregiver confidence in supporting children’s self-regulation skills by teaching evidence-based, practical strategies for preventing and responding to common behavior challenges. You can register for the event and childcare by visiting HERE.
The deadline to download your students' school picture from Lincoln Photography is Monday, November 18th at midnight. Orders placed between October 23rd - November 18th are currently expected to be delivered during the second week in December. The instructions for accessing pictures are listed below, and you can complete this process by visiting HERE.
Read the provided information
Click on ‘PICTURE GALLERY LINK - CLICK HERE’
Enter in your email address and your child’s secure password above
Choose a download and purchase option
Our 3rd ParentMap ParentEd Talk will take place on Tuesday, November 19th from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm. The topic is Solutions for Healthy Screen Time Habits with renowned documentary filmmaker, author and physician Delaney Ruston, M.D. There will be no live viewing for this event on campus. You can register to watch the live stream with these helpful details:
Soundview community members can register HERE.
The password for complimentary ticket access is SOUNDVSCH
After the talk concludes, all registered attendees will be emailed a link to watch the recorded session at their convenience.
Friday, November 22nd is Soundview’s Grandparents and Special Friends Day (GPSF), and today is the last day to register! It’s a wonderful opportunity for all grandparents and special friends to join us on campus and share in the Soundview experience. Guests are invited to spend an engaging hour in the classroom, participating in projects and activities alongside their students. It’s always a heartwarming day filled with connection and creativity! We’ll host three sessions and expect a pretty great turn-out, so please register your student’s guests as soon as possible by clicking HERE.
Early childhood and kindergarten: 9:30 am to 10:30 am
First- through fifth-grades: 11:00 am to 12:00 pm
Sixth- through eighth-grades: 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
There will be no school November 25th-29th as we recognize Native American Heritage Month and Thanksgiving Day. School resumes at the usual time on Monday, December 2nd.
Around the world and in different communities, November is a month of recognition and awareness:
Monday, November 11th is Veterans Day. This is a federal holiday in the United States observed annually on November 11, for honoring military veterans of the United States Armed Forces. It is largely intended to thank LIVING veterans for their service, to acknowledge that their contributions to our national security are appreciated, and to underscore the fact that all those who served – not only those who died – have sacrificed and done their duty. You can learn more about this important holiday HERE.
Be well, and take care of yourself and each other!
Chris
Chris Watson, Soundview Head of School
One more thing…
On November 8th, 1973, Maurice Ferré (June 23rd, 1935 – September 19th, 2019) was elected Mayor of Miami, Florida. In addition to becoming the first Puerto Rican to lead a major city in the mainland United States and the first Hispanic Mayor of Miami, Ferré is credited with transforming Miami from a tourist town into an international city. He served six terms as the Mayor of Miami, and you can read more about this HERE.
