Southfield School

STAFF SPOTLIGHT: Please help us welcome our new 2nd Grade Teacher, Kate Wimer! Kate earned her BS in Elementary Education from Louisiana State University in Shreveport and taught at University Elementary for 3 years. She was also previously a Behavioral Therapist for Janey Macey and Associates. We are proud to have her on our staff and are looking forward to a great school year!

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Southfield School starts year by showing students how to wear masks, practice social distancing

Thank you to KSLA News 12 for the spotlight on our first day of school: https://www.ksla.com/video/2020/08/10/southfield-school-starts-year-by-showing-students-how-wear-masks-practice-social-distancing/

We had a great day yesterday and are so glad to have our Eagles back on campus!

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ksla.com Southfield School starts year by showing students how to wear masks, practice social distancing August 10, 2020 at 7:45 PM CDT - Updated August 10 at 7:44 PM Southfield School starts year by showing students how to wear masks, practice social distancing

Please see the below announcement from Southfield School.

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Thank you to Torchy's Tacos - Shreveport for providing lunch for our staff yesterday - it was very much enjoyed! 🌮

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Our first day of Open House went great - we are so excited to see our Eagles back on campus! 🦅

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A Message From our Head of School

Please take a moment to view this message from our Head of School, Mr. Smith.

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Thank you to Lowder Baking Company for providing breakfast to our staff this morning - it started our day off very sweet! 🥐

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We are excited to welcome back students to our beautiful (and clean!) campus next week. Go, Eagles!

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Parents, don't forget to order your Eagle's PE uniform at southfieldspiritshop.com/shop!

*Uniforms will be distributed in your child’s PE class.

[07/31/20]   Our 8th grade graduation may have looked different this year, but we are so proud of these Eagles. Congratulations to the Class of 2024!

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Just a reminder that Southfield Spirit Shop pre-orders will close tomorrow. Get your orders in for masks, gaiters, tumblers, lanyards, Preschool bags, and more! Order through the school app or at southfieldspiritshop.com.

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The Spirit of Southfield was established in 2000. This honor is given annually to an 8th grade student that exemplifies outstanding qualities such as school spirit, respect to all, positive attitude, kindness, and a generous spirit. Congratulations to our 2020 recipient, Mallory Barlow!

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Southfield Spirit Shop pre-orders are OPEN! Masks, gaiters, tumblers, lanyards, Preschool bags, and more are on sale now through July 31. Order through the school app or at southfieldspiritshop.com.

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Parents, please see the attached letter from Mr. Smith regarding our return to campus.

Links:

Letter:https://southfield-school.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Returning-to-School-Letter-from-the-HOS-7.23.20.pdf

Southfield School's response to COVID-19:https://southfield-school.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Southfield-School-COVID-Response-for-Opening-School-2020-2021.pdf

COVID-19 Transmission and Children: The Child is Not To Blame:https://southfield-school.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/COVID19-Transmission-and-Children.pdf

COVID-19 Planning Considerations: Guidance for School Re-entry: https://services.aap.org/en/pages/2019-novel-coronavirus-covid-19-infections/clinical-guidance/covid-19-planning-considerations-return-to-in-person-education-in-schools/

CDC: The Importance of Reopening America’s Schools This Fall: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/schools-childcare/reopening-schools.html

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Southfield Spirit Shop pre-orders are now OPEN! Masks, gaiters, tumblers, lanyards, and more are on sale now through July 31. Order through the school app or at southfieldspiritshop.com.

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Eagles, our August Café menu is posted! You can order lunches through our school app or website (https://southfield-school.org/cafeteria-menu/).

Eagles, be on the lookout for custom Southfield masks and gaiters going on sale starting Monday!
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Dear Southfield Families,

In response to the challenges with COVID-19 and in preparation for the 2020-2021 school year, Southfield School has been wholeheartedly committed to the well-being and health of our community. At the guidance of the Department of Health, the American Academy of Pediatrics, Southfield’s Board of Trustees, and Southfield’s medical advisor, protocols and procedures have been developed to provide a safe campus and proper hygienic measures in response to COVID-19. When you have the opportunity:

Please read Southfield School’s Response to COVID-19 for Opening School (https://southfield-school.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Southfield-School-COVID-Response-for-Opening-School-2020-2021.pdf) and the joint letter from Louisiana’s Heads of School of ISAS (https://southfield-school.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/ISAS-Letter-from-Heads-of-School-2020.pdf).

Give consideration to joining the Virtual Town Hall with Dr. Jennifer Avegno (Director of New Orleans Department of Health) on Wednesday, July 15 at 5:30 PM. She will be speaking on behalf of Louisiana’s Heads of School of ISAS.

Southfield School is looking forward to the return of all of our families on August 10th.

Kind Regards,
Justin

Justin L. Smith
Head of School | Southfield School
Developing a Lifelong Love of Learning
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You can still register for some of our great summer camp week-long sessions at southfield-school.org/camp. Check out Express Yourself and House Design camps led by Mrs. Gauthier!

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Just a couple more spots available for Express Yourself Art Camp July 20-24th, and 1 spot left in House Design camp July 27th-31st! Both camp are from 12p-3pm. Register at: https://southfield-school.org/camp/

We are missing our Eagles! What is everyone up to this summer?

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Khloe is one of our Eagles - our students have such kind hearts!

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These smiles say it all! Khloe Ford surprised her neighbor, Cpl. Madison Cox, with some very special treats to show her appreciation for the job that he does. Cpl. Cox is assigned to the Sheriff's Office Marine Patrol. Khloe, you are amazing! Thank you so much for supporting your Sheriff's deputies.

We had some pumpkins left behind the Preschool building over quarantine that have started to sprout! Our Eagles are going to love their mini pumpkin patch - we see some fun activities and snacks in the future with these!

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Our campers are showing off their creativity while having FUN! There is still time to register your camper(s) for a fun and memorable summer!

Register here: southfield-school.org/camp

Please note the message from Mr. Smith on the camp website with updated daily routines and procedures to ensure a safe environment for both campers and staff.

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Southfield School is enrolling for the 2020-21 school year! Schedule a tour of our campus or view our new virtual tour video to see the difference Southfield can make for your family.

https://southfield-school.org/visit/

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Congratulations to 1st grade teacher, Mrs. Martinez, who won a $500 grant from Barksdale Spouses Club for being an exceptional teacher! This grant will help provide new technology and STEAM educational supplies for her classroom. We are Southfield proud!

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It's almost time to Play Hard and Get Smart!

There's still time to register your camper(s) for a fun and memorable summer! Be sure to check out our new STEAM and Cheer camps.

Register here: southfield-school.org/camp

Please note the message from Mr. Smith on the camp website with updated daily routines and procedures to ensure a safe environment for both campers and staff.

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Thank you to Harrington House Photography for helping our 8th grade class with their prank! It was a fun activity for all involved! 🎓

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Thank you to LA State Police Troop G for helping us celebrate our 8th grade graduating class at our “Way to Glo!” parade last week! 🚨

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Thank you to Life Air Rescue for the amazing flyover tribute to our 8th grade graduates last week during the “Way to Glo!” parade! 🚁

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Southfield 2020 Kindergarten Play

Even though our kindergarten class did not get to perform their class play this year on stage, they would like to present "Sail Away on a Poem" for everyone to enjoy: https://youtu.be/DQo76LkWy3Y

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Southfield School presents the Kindergarten class of 2020

THANK YOU, Southfield family and friends!

The “Way to GLO!” parade for our 8th grade graduates was a HUGE success. We so appreciate the outpouring of LOVE and recognition you showed for our senior Eagles! 🦅

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Traditionally, our 8th grade class pulls off a senior prank, and this year was no exception. Our Middle School Director, Mr. Lee, woke up to his yard full of Eagles! 💕👏🦅

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Final Flag Ceremony May 21

Eagles, please join us for our final (Virtual) Flag Ceremony of the school year! Our 8th grade class joins us for special recognition and the traditional ringing of the bell to signify the close of the school year.

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To our 8th grade class...

A tribute to our 8th grade class...

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4eclw2mDTPw&feature=youtu.be

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