Sonora Elementary

Shining Bright Award 4.4.23 Ms. Angie Nominated by Reed Rockstars "Mrs. Angie is a member of our classroom family. We rely on her for so much more than just working with our 1:1 friend. We love having her in our class and all the amazing work she has done with all of us. Thank you, Mrs. Angie!"

Shining Bright Award 4.7.23 Ms. Mueller Nominated by Reed Rockstars "Ms. Mueller is a wonderful addition to our class family. We appreciate her willingness to step up and help, especially on morning CTM days. Thank you Ms. Mueller!"

Assistant Principal Week- April 4th- 8th This week Sonora celebrates Mrs. Hennarichs, our assistant principal! She leads with love and compassion. We’re so lucky to have her serving our scholars!

Lexia Scholars for week of March 27th-31st.

Do you currently own a independent business or franchise that is looking for an incredible advertising opportunity? For the 23-24 school year Sonora will again be using Safe Dismissal. This software utilizes car hang tags for student pick up after school. We will distribute 500-600 hang tags to all parents/guardians. Just imagine how much exposure your business will receive when each parent displays their hang tag in their car every afternoon! You will not only benefit from more business but also help Sonora streamline after school dismissal. Who doesn’t want faster pick up lines and increased student safety? If your business would like to sponsor fully or a portion of Safe Dismissal for Sonora for the 23-24 school year, please call the school (479-750-8820) or email Dr. Stewman (rstewman@sdale.org). Thank you for your consideration!

After brainstorming various locations Girl Scout troop voted on their park of choice to clean. Sonora Elementary won the vote! Yesterday the troop completed their journey requirement by cleaning our school playground. This project was their “take action badge”. They will now begin work on their bronze award, which requires 20 hours. Thank you, Troop 5272 for doing such a great job cleaning and caring for the playground!

After reading Because of Winn Dixie, Mrs. Johnson's class wanted to help dogs like Winn Dixie in our community. They love hearing stories about Mrs. Johnson's dog, Billie. Mrs. Johnson showed her students the Big Paws website and read some of the things they do. Then the students decided to raise money to help. They decided to raise this money through a read-a-thon. Students planned everything from the date, the schedule, the food, the goal, etc. They wanted to read 500 pages, but more than doubled that goal. 18 kiddos were able and willing to stay after school on the 10th to do just that. Due to the generous donations of our community, they were able to raise $570 for Big Paws of the Ozarks. Yesterday, the class presented the donation to the executive director, Kayla, and her sweet dog, Panda. #shinebrightlikeascholar

Shine Bright Award 3/30.23 Miss Stewman Nominated by Mrs. Spurlock "Miss Stewman was in my classroom for the two weeks before spring break as part of her 5th grade rotation. She came into the room and immediately jumped in when needed to help with individual students. She did whatever was asked and went straight to helping students from day one. She made a point to connect with a specific student that was having some big feelings in a genuine way that made the student feel seen. Thank you, Miss Stewman! We are glad you are here and thankful for your help. "

Many of you have noticed some changes at the traffic light at 412 and Sonora Road. Currently, the detection equipment for the light is not functioning. The good news is they are in the process of ordering the new equipment , which will adjust with traffic flow demand. No exact time frame was given. You might adjust your morning commute accordingly.

Parents if your child is still missing any coats, sweaters, jackets, and beanies. You are more than welcome to come to our office and look through the lost and found. We still have many items unclaimed. Thank you for your help!

Shine Bright Award 3.27.23 Mrs. Calderon Nominated by the Library Duo "All month, Mrs. Calderon has been starting everyone’s day with great music and lots of smiles with her March Music Madness bracket. Thanks for keeping all of our scholars singing and for shining bright, Mrs. Calderon! "

Shine Bright Award 3.27.23 Mrs. Raines Nominated by 3rd Grade "Third grade needed help with an extension group, and Mrs. Raines jumped in to lend a hand. We were able to teach intervention as needed! Thank you!"

Shine Bright 3.27.23 Mrs. Ransom Nominated by 3rd Grade "Mrs. Ransom was extra helpful for third grade by helping with an extension group. This enabled the rest of the grade level to proceed with interventions!"

Shine Bright Award 3.27.23 Mrs. McCartney "She always explains things in a way that can help me learn. She is kind and thoughtful."

Shining Bright Award 3.27.23 Mrs. Breshears Nominated by Mrs. Cobb "Preston has had Mrs. Breshears for the last 2 years and is so good with him and has been there for him so much she has helped him grow a ton in the last year she’s awesome!! "

Shining Bright Award 3.27.23 Mrs. Pittman Nominated by Mrs. Cobb "Carlee has grown so much this year since she started 2nd grade with Mrs. Pittman she’s an amazing teacher and I’m sooo thankful for her !! "

Shining Bright Award 3.27.23 Becky Christy Nominated by Rochelle Goff "For just doing her job with a smile and always being patient with me when I came calling on her. During lunch period, my computer was literally on the fritz. Even though she had lunch duty, she stopped what she was doing to come to take care of the issue. Thank you, Becky, for consistently exceeding your call of duty. You are the BEST!!!!!!"

Lexia Scholars for the week of March 6th!

4th graders, during extension, were playing board games to build their executive function skills, such as memory skills, inhibitory control, taking turns, prioritizing, planning, competition, cognitive flexibility, counting, and critical thinking.

Shining Bright Award 3.9.23 Mrs. Price Nominated by Mrs. Christy "Mrs. Price went above and beyond to help with testing preparations! The extra time she spent made ELPA21 testing run so much smoother for 5th grade! Thank You! "