For 4th - 8th Graders 🎨 Kick off the school year with creativity! Each artist will receive a sketchbook to end the summer and embark on a new artistic journey. In this class, we will explore various art-making processes, including painting, drawing, and collage. Students will have the opportunity to delve into their own creative interests while having fun and expressing themselves through art. Join us for a week of creativity and inspiration! https://bit.ly/3WhVcJL
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On the last day of school, students & staff were treated to Sumo Wrestling Matches for surpassing our Fun RUN Goal of $35,000. Mr. Wechsler, Mrs. Skibsted, Miss Zeigler, Mr. Eriksen, Miss Wieman, Miss Volk, Mrs. Nielsen, & Mrs. Christensen were good sport Sumo Wrestlers.
The overall Golden Awards were handed out at our final assembly on Wednesday. 1st place went to Miss Kayl's Class, 2nd place to Mrs. Kraayenbrink's Class, & 3rd Place to Mrs. Kerkaert's Class. Classes could earn golden items each week in specials, recess, lunchroom, & classroom.
5W are officially authors! They wrote and illustrated their own children’s book. They created their own storyline, planned, and edited their stories before completing and coloring their hardcover books!
5V & 5W created their own food trucks & menus. They found the area & perimeter of the truck & appliances to construct a 3-D mini version. They used their monetary knowledge to create a menu with food prices. They took turns ordering form each other’s menus - yum! @pringarrett
Thank you to PTO, Horizon Families, Horizon Students, Fun Run Chair Amy Christensen - & Lemonade Stand Chair - Sarah Hansen for making Friday a success. Our goal of $35K was surpassed as more than $38K was pledged. The Lemonade Stand raised more than $1,900 for Horizon Cares.
Horizon Elementary hosted our very first Senior Graduation Walk Day. These ladies were in the first 5th grade class at Horizon Elementary in 2016-2017. Mrs. Kirton was their 5th Grade teacher. Congratulations & best wishes on the next chapter! @pringarrett
As summer break approaches, please be aware that SFSD is once again offering the Free Summer Meal Program.
The Fun Run Day is here. We have a free will donation at our Lemonade stand that will benefit the PTO Horizon Cares Fund. @pringarrett
Members of Horizon's student council embarked on a field trip touring the Ronald McDonald House, gaining insights into the invaluable contributions it makes to our community. They also demonstrated their support by donating collected pop tabs to further its mission. #StuCo
This learner was nominated by Mrs. Swanson and Miss Lichty for the #GoodNewsCallOfTheDay. He has been persisting throughout NWEA testing and focusing on his work. @pringarrett
This learner was nominated for the #GoodNewsCallOfTheDay for working hard and staying focused during math class. We shared the news with mom and dad. @pringarrett
Thank you to the PTO and the parents who started Teacher Appreciation Week off with so much love for the staff at Horizon. We were greeted with a big Thank You Sign and so many goodies & drinks. @pringarrett
Happy #TeacherAppreciationWeek! This week, we give a shoutout to our amazing teachers & staff! Your hard work, dedication, & passion for educating our youth don't go unnoticed. Thank you for being an essential part of our kids' lives! 🎉❤️🐾 #EducationPoweredbySDPublicSchools
This learner was nominated by Mrs. Beckstrand for practicing PAWS expectations in the lunchroom every day and being a role model for others. He was #TigerProud to make the #GoodNewsCalloftheDay!
Shout out to #TeamCrosswalk from #TeamHorizon for another sweet delivery of encouragement! The ongoing partnership with Crosswalk Community Church has been greatly appreciated! Thank you!
Teamwork was evident as these learners worked hard on an aerial view of their village. @pringarrett
Mrs. Swanson nominated these 2 K Kids for the #GoodNewsCallOfTheDay for demonstrating PAWS daily. They are role models for their class . We shared the Good News with grandma! @pringarrett
Team Horizon is 'popping' with gratitude for the hard work and support of Principal Garrett and the amazing crew of substitutes this year! We are always #BetterTogether! #SchoolPrincipalsDay #SubstituteAppreciationDay
