Solen Public School District 3

March is Reading Month! Cannon Ball Elementary will be having a month full of reading activities, trips, and competitions. Let's get our kids reading!

Due to the water being shut off in Cannon Ball, there will be no Night Lights on Tuesday, Feb. 25. NO NIGHT LIGHTS today, Tuesday, Feb. 25.

Dear Parents and Guardians, We are in the process of updating our records at Solen High School and require updated ED 506 Forms for each student to confirm eligibility for the Title VI Indian Education Formula Grant Program. This form is crucial as it helps determine the funding allocation for eligible students under the program. Completing and submitting this form will ensure that your child is counted towards the school's funding eligibility. All high school students will bring the form home tomorrow. We ask that you review the information, complete the form as applicable, and return it to Solen High School by Thursday February 24th. Attached, you will find the ED 506 Form along with detailed instructions for completion. If you have any questions or need assistance with the form, please do not hesitate to contact our office at 7014453331. https://5il.co/38jxv

Cannonball Elementary School will have a virtual day tomorrow, Monday, February 24, 2025. Grades 6-12 will have a normal day.

Mrs. Ferguson’s 2nd grade celebrated the end of Trimester with a sledding field trip today! Fun was had by all!

Good afternoon Cannonball families. There is an expected water shut off on Monday, February 24th that will affect our school day. Your student(s) will be bringing home a "virtual packet". Your child is expected to complete their packets and return them to school on Tuesday, February 25th. If the student does not return their packet they will be counted as absent on Monday, February 24th. If the student does complete their packet and return them to their classroom teacher they will receive an incentive at school that day. We ask that you please assist your children to help with the completion of their packets and remind them to return it to school at the start of next week. This will help our students stay engaged when they would normally have classroom time and also help keep up our amazing attendance from students. We appreciate your support and will be more than happy to answer any questions you may have. If there are any changes to the water shut off that will be communicated by the Solen School District Admin Team. Thank you for your help. Cannonball Elementary School

Hello Solen Sioux families, We plan to start school on time tomorrow. Again we are expecting extremely cold temperatures for the morning. Buses will run as normal. Please be sure students are dressed for the conditions. As always, if you feel it is unsafe for your child(ren) to be at school, we support your decision to keep them home. Junior high and high school students have tri-mester tests tomorrow and Friday so please make every attempt to notify the school if they will be gone. These decisions are never made lightly. We have excellent bus drivers who truly care about all of their passengers and our busses are in great condition. We will continue to monitor the weather closely. Stay warm and safe. Your patience and support is greatly appreciated! Ms. Kramer

Save the date: Tuesday, March 11 Family Night at Cannon Ball Elementary Grades PK-12 and all friends, family, and community members are welcome! 5:00-5:30 Enjoy a meal and good company. 5:30-7:00 Waterford activity on Building Self Awareness followed by book BINGO!

The eighth grade class took a trip to Sitting Bull College to experience Marketplace for Kids. This educational day gave students the opportunity to gain knowledge about careers, such as teaching, nursing, crime scene investigation, and even agriculture.

Junior High students had the opportunity to learn about Vision Zero last week. Vision zero is a strategy to eliminate traffic, fatalities and serious injuries. Students learned how to behave in a car and how they can be positive influences on each other when it comes to driving safely.

Solving math problems and spreading love!💕 My students are not only solving equations but also adding a splash of color to their Valentine's-themed worksheets. A perfect mix of math and creativity! ❤️ 💝

Due to the cold temperatures, Solen Public School District will start two hours late Wednesday, February 19, 2025. If you feel it is too cold for your child to attend school and you decide to keep them home, please contact the school and we will work with you. Under no cirumstances should your child walk to school. If they miss the bus please call the school. If you are unable to call the school and your child misses the bus and you are unable to bring them to school, please keep them home. It is necessary that your child dresses appropriately for the weather. Thank you, Ms. Kramer

There will be an Indian Parent Committee Meeting on Thursday, February 27, 2025 at 4:30 pm at Cannon Ball Elementary School. This meeting is open to all Solen Public School parents and families and stake holders. Additionally, we are looking for parents to become involved with school-based decision making. If this is something you would like to do, please reach out to Superintendent Cari Kramer at cari.kramer@k12.nd.us or call either school to talk to the superintendent.

Ms. Raven Heart's 2nd graders have been busy creating their Valentines Day boxes. The students had a fun party this afternoon and are ready for a nice weekend!!!!

Reminder that there is no school tomorrow. This is due to parent teacher conference comp day.

Solen Public School is currently seeking to fill the following teaching positions for the 2025-2026 school year: Elementary School Teacher Kindergarten Teacher Physical Education Teacher (Elementary or Secondary) Secondary Reading Interventionist School Counselor These positions are newly added positions for next year that are needed to meet the needs of our students. To apply, please send your cover letter, resume, three (3) letters of recommendation, transrcripts and a copy of your teaching license to Superintendent Cari Kramer at cari.kramer@k12.nd.us.

Reminder there is no school Monday and Tuesday February 17 - 18, 2025. Monday is a holiday and Tuesday is the parent teacher conference comp day.

Mr. Pelkey and Mrs. Weippert took advantage of the late starts, collaborating to combine gym, music and culture. The convergence of physical activity, music, and culture provides students with not only a fun and engaging experience but also fosters teamwork, creativity, and cultural appreciation. A prime example of this interdisciplinary collaboration is a new game —Sweep the Tipi. Sweep the Tipi is a dynamic game that blends physical activity with rhythm, creativity, and cultural education. The objective of the game involves students working in teams to "sweep" an imaginary or physical tipi clean of items, combining quick thinking, coordination, and physical agility. What sets this game apart is the unique integration of music: rhythmic beats or songs often accompany the action, allowing students to synchronize their movements with the rhythm, creating a flow of physical and auditory harmony. This collaboration between disciplines is a great way to show students how diverse learning experiences can intersect in meaningful and exciting ways. Sweep the Tipi serves as a fun reminder that learning can be as dynamic and interconnected as the world around us.

Kindergarten read the story Love Monster by Rachel Bright this week. So, today we worked on making Love Monster bags for our Valentine's Day party tomorrow.

We will have a two hour late start tomorrow, February 12, 2025 due to the cold weather.