Sonora Elementary

🌟 Kindness Challenge Day 8 🌟 Today’s challenge is about encouragement! Find someone who looks like they need a little boost and let them know they can do it! Whether they're feeling stuck or facing a tough challenge, your support can help them climb out of the Learning Pit and succeed. 💪✨ Share your child’s kind acts with us by tagging us and using #SonoraKindnessChallenge #smallactsbigimpact #sonorascholarneighborhood and/or commenting on this post.

🌟 You’re Invited to Honor Our Veterans! 🌟 Join us as our 4th grade classes pay tribute to our brave Veterans on Monday, November 11th at 2:00 PM. We warmly welcome all Veterans to attend this special event, where we will express our gratitude and appreciation for your service and sacrifices. It’s a wonderful opportunity for our students to learn about the importance of honoring those who have served our country. Let’s come together to celebrate and show our respect! 🎖️❤️ Mark your calendars, and we can’t wait to see you there!

🌟 Kindness Challenge Day 7 🌟 Today’s challenge is about giving back! Look for a toy, book, or item of clothing you no longer use but is still in good condition, and donate it to someone in need. You can bring it to a local shelter, community center, or even a school donation drive. Your generosity can make a big difference for someone else! 💝 Share your child’s kind acts with us by tagging us and using #SonoraKindnessChallenge #smallactsbigimpact #sonorascholarneighborhood and/or commenting on this post.

🎉 Exciting news from Springdale Volleyball! We're thrilled to announce our 3rd Annual Letter to Santa Kit Fundraiser! 🎅✨ Each kit is just $10, and we'll be sending home paper order forms this week. If you prefer the convenience of online ordering, you can use the link below! Just a friendly reminder: please make sure to send in your order forms and cash payments to the office by November 22nd. 🎉 ¡Noticias emocionantes de Springdale Volleyball! ¡Estamos encantados de anunciar nuestra 3ra recaudación de fondos anual Carta a Santa! 🎅✨ Cada kit cuesta solo $ 10 y esta semana enviaremos a casa formularios de pedido en papel. Si prefiere la comodidad de realizar pedidos en línea, ¡puede utilizar el enlace a continuación! Sólo un recordatorio amistoso: asegúrese de enviar sus formularios de pedido y pagos en efectivo a la oficina antes del 22 de Noviembre. https://shorturl.at/T4EPE https://shorturl.at/tk7WZ

November Scholarly Beat, take a look! https://secure.smore.com/n/t3mceg

🌟 Kindness Challenge Day 6 🌟 Today’s challenge is all about gratitude here at Sonora Elementary! Take a moment to say "thank you" to an adult who helps you at school—whether it's your teacher, a bus driver, a custodian, or someone in the cafeteria. Let them know how much their hard work means to you! 🙏✨ Share your child’s kind acts with us by tagging us and using #SonoraKindnessChallenge #smallactsbigimpact #sonorascholarneighborhood and/or commenting on this post.

🌟 Kindness Challenge Day 5 🌟 Today’s challenge is extra special. Take a moment to write a note, email, or letter to someone who has had a profound impact on your life, someone who has changed your path for the better. Let them know how much they mean to you and how they’ve shaped who you are today. 💌✨ Share your child’s kind acts with us by tagging us and using #SonoraKindnessChallenge #smallactsbigimpact #sonorascholarneighborhood and/or commenting on this post.

🌟 Kindness Challenge Day 4 🌟 Today’s challenge is all about lending a hand! 🤝 Look for someone who might need help with a task—whether it's carrying something, putting up materials, collecting trash, or finishing their work. A small act of kindness can make a big difference! Let’s work together and spread kindness by helping others today! 💪✨ Share your child’s kind acts with us by tagging us and using #SonoraKindnessChallenge #smallactsbigimpact #sonorascholarneighborhood and/or commenting on this post.

🌟 **Kindness Challenge Day 1** 🌟 Today’s challenge is all about spreading positivity! 💛 Give someone you admire a heartfelt compliment. Whether it’s a friend, teacher, or family member, make their day by telling them something amazing about themselves. Let’s start a wave of kindness that brightens everyone’s day! ✨ Share your child’s kind acts with us by tagging us and using #SonoraKindnessChallenge #smallactsbigimpact #sonorascholarneighborhood and/or commenting on this post.

🌟 1 Day Until the Kindness Challenge Begins! 🌟 Tomorrow is the big day! Our **Kindness Challenge** officially kicks off, and we couldn’t be more excited to see our community come together to spread kindness. Over the next 21 days, students will be focusing on small acts that make a big impact, building a habit of kindness that will last a lifetime. **Parents**: Today’s the perfect time to talk with your children about how they plan to show kindness. Discuss how even the smallest acts, like holding a door open or offering a kind word, can brighten someone’s day. Let's make tomorrow the start of something special! 💖🌟 #KindnessChallenge #StartWithKindness #SmallActBigImpact #sonorascholarneighborhood --Traducción en español en los comentarios.--

🌟 2 Days Until the Kindness Challenge! 🌟 As we get closer to the start of the Kindness Challenge, let’s take a moment to reflect on **why kindness matters**. Research shows that kindness not only helps others but also boosts our own happiness, health, and social well-being. When we practice kindness daily, it becomes a habit that changes the way we see the world and how we interact with others. 🌍💖 Parents, you’ve already seen some great apps and videos to introduce kindness to your kids. Today, we encourage you to start a family conversation: What does kindness mean to you? How can we make kindness a part of our everyday lives? 💬🤔 Activity Idea: As a family, brainstorm three simple acts of kindness you can each do before the challenge starts. It could be as small as helping a neighbor or sharing a compliment! #CountdownToKindness #SpreadKindness #sonorascholarneighborhood #SmallActBigImpact --Traducción en español en los comentarios.--

🌟 3 Days Until the Kindness Challenge! 🌟 We’re just a few days away from the start of our Kindness Challenge, and to inspire everyone, we’d love for you to watch the **Life Vest Inside - Kindness Boomerang** video. 🎥 In this powerful video, you’ll see how a single act of kindness can ripple through a community and eventually come full circle, back to the person who initiated it. It’s a beautiful reminder of how kindness connects us all and how even the smallest gesture can make a big difference! Check it out here: [Kindness Boomerang - Life Vest Inside](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nwAYpLVyeFU) Let’s get ready to spread kindness, one act at a time! 💖✨ #BoomerangEffect #KindnessChallenge #SpreadKindness #sonorascholarneighborhood #SmallActBigImpact --Traducción en español en los comentarios.-- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nwAYpLVyeFU

🌟 4 Days Until the Kindness Challenge! 🌟 Parents, did you know that teaching and modeling kindness has incredible benefits for your child’s social, emotional, and cognitive development? Research shows that children who practice kindness are more likely to develop empathy, build strong relationships, and even improve their academic performance. By modeling kindness at home, you’re setting an example they’ll carry with them into the classroom and beyond! Check out these two amazing apps to support your child on their kindness journey: The Great Kindness Challenge App: Packed with fun ideas and activities to help kids spread kindness throughout their day. Pika Bunny Kindness App: A playful app designed to teach young children about acts of kindness in a fun and interactive way. Let’s spread kindness together and create a ripple effect in our community! 💖🌍✨ ----Traducción en español en los comentarios.--

🌟 5 Days Until the Kindness Challenge Begins! 🌟 We’re excited to announce that the Kindness Challenge will start on November 1st and run for 21 days! Why 21 days? Research shows that it takes 21 days to create a new habit, and we want kindness to become a natural part of our daily lives—at home, in school, and in our community. By practicing small acts of kindness every day, we can build a habit that not only spreads positivity but also strengthens our children's social and emotional skills. Let’s work together to create a kinder, more compassionate community, one day at a time! 💖🌍 ----Traducción en español en los comentarios.-- https://www.randomactsofkindness.org/kindness-videos/18-the-science-of-kindness

Get ready for our upcoming Book Character Parade on October 31st at 8:30 am! 🎉 Come dressed as your favorite book character, but remember - no scary costumes, please! Let's keep things fun and kid-friendly. 😊 We can't wait to see all the creative and colorful outfits you come up with. Will you be a curious scientist like Ada Twist? Or maybe a mischievous little rascal like Junie B. Jones? Maybe you'll show up as our favorite crime fighting canine, Dog Man! Grab your books, strike a pose, and get ready to parade across the stage!

Our October Hoot 'n Holler is coming up! Send your Sonora Scholar to school wearing all black as we celebrate COURAGE on October 25th.

Calling all Sonora families....help your ASP win the cabinet decorating contest! We are currently in 2nd place behind Young Elementary. https://www.facebook.com/share/WDzrhCQfMmAqmpsB/?

Fall Picture Day is approaching, scheduled for September 26. Pay online with link below or send exact cash with school flyer that will be coming home soon. Se acerca el Día de las fotografías de otoño, programado para el 26 de Septiembre. Pague en línea con el enlace a continuación o envíe el efectivo exacto con el folleto escolar que llegará a casa pronto. https://my.lifetouch.com/mylifetouch/#/ Picture ID: EVTRQWV3Z

Let's Taco'bout Attendance!! Check out all the prizes on the pictures below! Vamos hablar sobre Asistencia!! Miren todos los premios en las fotos! https://shorturl.at/Uo6Hh

📚 Exciting News! Scholastic Book Fair is Coming! 📚 Mark your calendars! Our Scholastic Book Fair will be held during the week of conferences, September 16-20. Students will have the opportunity to visit during the school day, and families are welcome to shop during conferences! 🌟 How You Can Get Involved: Volunteer: Help us make this event a success! Create an eWallet: Conveniently shop for books without the cash hassle. Browse the Digital Flyer: Check out the amazing selection available. Visit our homepage today to sign up and learn more! Let’s make this Book Fair an unforgettable experience for our students and families! 📖✨ https://www.scholastic.com/bf/sonoraelementaryschool #BookFair #ReadingIsFun #Volunteer #SchoolEvents