Enjoy A Relaxing & Well-Deserved Spring Break!
Wishing our entire Soundview community a joyful and refreshing break! Enjoy your time off, and we look forward to welcoming everyone back on campus on Monday, April 14th!
Dear Soundview Community,
As we wrap up a short but meaningful week and head to Spring Break, I hope you found our parent/teacher/student-led conferences to be a reflective and engaging opportunity to discuss your student’s progress. It’s always inspiring to see the growth and achievements of our students, and we appreciate your partnership in their learning journey.
Soundview School and offices are closed for Spring Break next week, April 7th through 11th. School resumes at its normal time on Monday, April 14th. Over the break, our facilities manager, Fred Annett, will be overseeing two projects: replacement of existing fencing and installation of new fencing around the middle school building; and installation of new flooring in Ms. TomiJo’s 3/4 classroom. We’ve been working with our middle school students on some new foot traffic patterns that we’ll start using after the break. Thanks to Mr. Fred!
On Wednesday afternoon, our entire school came together for an in-school orchestra and band concert. Our talented students showcased their hard work and growth throughout the year, performing a variety of musical pieces. It was a wonderful celebration of their dedication and progress! You can view photos from the event below.
On Tuesday we held our 9th ParentEd Talk, From Chaos to Calm, Compassionate Discipline for Spirited Kids with Parent Coach & Author of “Raising Lions” Joe Newman. You can watch the recorded session with the information below:
Watch the recorded talk HERE.
Password: ed*talks*replay
Admissions Update for 2025 / 2026
Congratulations to our Director of Enrollment, Victoria Nunes! Victoria has been working hard to welcome new families into our special Soundview community. Thanks to her dedication and hard work, we will be welcoming 24 new students for the 2025-2026 school year. Admissions for next year continue through the spring and summer. If you know a family that would benefit from a Soundview education, please connect them with Victoria HERE.
Community Projects
Our eighth graders' Community Projects are nearing completion, marking the culmination of their Soundview education. These projects empower students to identify and address real-world needs within various communities through meaningful service learning. To explore the full list of inspiring projects and find opportunities to get involved, visit HERE.
A reminder that Ms. Molly is hosting Soundview’s 12th Annual Yearbook Cover Contest! All students are invited to participate and showcase their creativity, submissions are due on Friday, April 25th. You can find more details and submission guidelines HERE.
Here are the reminders and opportunities during the month of April:
Spring picture day is coming up. Lincoln and Lucy Photography will be on campus one last time to offer spring pictures on Tuesday, April 15th. Pictures will be taken outside. If weather conditions do not permit outdoor photos, a spring blue background will be used instead. Check out examples HERE. If you would like your child to have their picture taken, please RSVP by Friday April 4th HERE.
The next band and orchestra concert is on Thursday, April 24th from 4:30-6:00 pm. This concert is the annual performance led by the orchestra, grade level bands, and the small and large ensembles. Here are some details for the event:
For 5th - 8th grade band members and orchestra students who remain on campus will be supervised by Soundview staff.
Students who leave campus should return at 4:15 dressed for the concert.
If the sibling of a band/orchestra member needs to stay on campus, there will be childcare available from 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm.
Please fill out the RSVP form if your child will need childcare by Friday, April 18th HERE.
Our next Community Coffee is on Wednesday, April 30th, from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm in the Performing Arts Center, with parking available at 3:45 pm. We look forward to engaging in open conversations with our families, our school counselor, and staff. Upcoming dates are on the Community Calendar which you can find HERE. Should you require childcare to attend this event, please sign up HERE.
Mark your calendars! Soundview’s School Spirit Week is happening April 28th - May 2nd. Stay tuned for more details in our Friday communication after spring break!
Around the world and in different communities, April is a month of recognition and awareness:
April 7th is World Health Day (WHD) which is celebrated on this day every year to mark the anniversary of the founding of WHO in 1948. Each year, a theme is selected to highlight a priority area of public health concern in the world. This year's theme, ‘Healthy Beginnings, Hopeful Futures’ centres around increasing our efforts to end preventable newborn and maternal deaths. Read more about this HERE.
April 11th is the National Day of Silence. This day, which is a student-led event, is a day of advocacy where LGBTQ+ students and allies take a vow of silence to protest the silencing and erasure of LGBTQ+ people, particularly in schools, and to raise awareness about the challenges they face. It’s a nationally-recognized demonstration where LGBTQ+ students and allies all around the country protest the harmful effects of harassment and discrimination of LGBTQ+ people in schools. Read more about this HERE.
Wishing you all a wonderful and restful spring break,
Chris
Chris Watson, Soundview Head of School
One more thing…
On April 4, 1969, Dr. Denton Cooley performed the first successful human heart transplant in the United States at St. Luke’s Episcopal Hospital in Houston, Texas. This groundbreaking procedure marked a pivotal moment in cardiac surgery, showcasing the possibilities of advanced transplantation techniques and paving the way for future innovations in heart replacement therapy. While the patient survived only 32 hours due to complications, Cooley’s bold step pushed the boundaries of medical science and fueled further research into organ transplantation, leading to improved surgical methods, immunosuppressive drugs, and better patient outcomes. His work laid the foundation for modern heart transplantation, ultimately saving countless lives and shaping the future of cardiovascular medicine. Read the 50th anniversary article of this monumental event HERE.
