❄ Frigid temps have finally found us! Make sure your students are bundled up as they head out the door in the mornings! ❄
❄ ¡Las temperaturas gélidas finalmente nos han encontrado! ¡Asegúrese de que sus estudiantes estén abrigados cuando salgan por la puerta por las mañanas! ❄


A Health and Healing event will be taking place Feb 1 at the Multi-Cultural Center from 1-3pm.
For additional details, visit churchonthestreetssf.org/healthandhealing

We are always so honored when we have the opportunity to host new teachers just starting their career. Please help us welcome our newest young professional who is completing her student teaching assignment with us in our first grade two-way immersion program!

Do you or someone you know want to learn English or practice speaking English with other language learners? See the information below about classes at USF.



Our December Hawks of the Month

Some healthy reminders for the new year

We have another chance to raise money for our school by putting on roller skates and having fun with friends!!
💲Our November School Skate Night raised $849 for Hayward with 283 skaters! 💲
Help us make our January 6th skate night EPIC!!
When: Monday, January 6th
Time: 6pm - 8pm
Where: Skate City
Theme: wacky and wild hats
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¡¡Tenemos otra oportunidad de recaudar dinero para nuestra escuela poniéndonos patines y divirtiéndonos con amigos!!
💲¡Nuestra Noche de Patinaje Escolar de noviembre recaudó $849 para Hayward con 283 patinadores! 💲
¡¡Ayúdanos a hacer ÉPICA nuestra noche de skate del 6 de enero!!
Cuándo: lunes 6 de enero
Hora: 6:00 p. m. - 8:00 p. m.
Dónde: Ciudad del patín
Tema: sombreros extravagantes y salvajes.

Happy New Year from everybody at SFSD! Here's to another year of opportunities and possibilities. We are excited to welcome back students and staff TOMORROW, January 2nd, 2025! We can’t wait to see everyone!

When the music and library teachers show up in matching outfits!

Our behavior assistance team is sparkling with a little extra Hayward cheer today! ✨❄️Because who doesn't love a little extra glitter in their life❄️ ✨

Start your winter break off with some fun at Jefferson HS!
Join the fans as the girls basketball game as they take on O'Gorman on Friday night.

Our students work hard everyday at being a HAWK. To be a hawk, one tries their best to be:
Here
Accountable
Works hard
Kind
Safe
Each month, teachers and staff nominate students they notice going the extra mile to be a great HAWK at Hayward.
Congratulations to our November Hawks!! We are very proud of you!

Do you know a teacher who goes above and beyond to inspire their students? Now is the time to make sure they get the recognition they deserve!
The Sioux Falls School District’s Teacher of the Year program celebrates outstanding educators who make a lasting impact in and out of the classroom. Applications are open through Monday, January 13, at 5 pm, and we want to hear about the amazing teachers who make our schools shine.
Visit: https://www.sf.k12.sd.us/page/teacher-of-the-year-program to learn more and submit your application!
Help us celebrate the incredible work our educators do to shape the future. Tag a teacher or share this post to spread the word!

This Friday is the Native American Solstice Gathering at Axtell Park School.
Join us for community, a meal, and make & take crafts for Native American students and families in the SFSD. Free meals provided for the first 500 people. Hope to see you there!

Education looks different for every child. At Hayward, we are blessed to have seven amazing individuals who devote themselves to making sure every child has the support they need to meet their potential.
Cheers to our Hayward special education teachers on National Special Education Teacher Day!! We appreciate all your hard work and dedication for our students! ❤

It's that time of year when it can feel like your kid catches every bug that is going around. Here is a quick reminder of the district policies about when to stay home.

Tomorrow is Thanksgiving and we have so many blessings to celebrate. Students in 502 counted their blessings with Ms. Rymerson this week. ❤️

A reminder that there is NO SCHOOL on Wednesday, November 27th, through Friday, November 29th. This season reminds us how much we have to be grateful for, especially our amazing students, staff, and families! Wishing you a wonderful Thanksgiving break!

If you missed the chance to order Hayward Spirit Wear, the store is open once more!
Order by Tuesday, Nov. 26th.
https://humankind.shop/pages/hayward-elementary-spirit-wear
Help shape the future of the Sioux Falls School District by completing a survey about the most desired qualities of the next superintendent. The SFSD School Board is using an educational leadership search firm to gather input. https://hyasurvey.com/SiouxFalls
