It's Wednesday. Today I am thankful for our non-certified staff. These are bus drivers, custodians, secretaries , and kitchen staff. These are people that often do things that go unnoticed. They keep students safe and greet them with smiles. Thanks for all you do!
Today is day two of the week of Thanksgiving. Today I am thankful for our outstanding associates! Our associates answer the call to do just about everything in and outside the classroom. They show compassion for our students every day! Thank you!
This week of Thanksgiving, I'm reminded of all the things I am thankful for as part of SBL schools. Today I am thankful for our amazing teaching staff! Research says teachers have the biggest impact on student achievement and we have the best!
Good evening,
It has come to my attention that there is a false message circulating social media regarding our middle school. The message cites concern regarding the safety of our children.
This afternoon, a drawn picture was found under a desk that concerned a student. They did the right thing and gave it to a teacher. It was then given to me. Upon looking at the drawing with law enforcement, it was determined to be of no concern. It appears to be a drawing of a video game or a fantasy scene complete with a fortress, moat/ river, food, and bad guys. No weapons appear in the scene. The school is not represented in the scene and there is no written threat, note, or words of concern. It has been determined that there is no danger to students.
In matters such as these, it is always best to contact a school administrator. An email could be sent after hours.
Stronger together,
Dr. Jill Brown and Chad Janzen
Topaz Drive between Port Neal Road and D Street will be closed to through traffic today at 10 AM until the middle of next week for immediate road repair.
Superintendent Janzen will be on Drive Time on KSCJ 94.9 FM Thursday, Oct.31 between 5-6 pm. Listen in for the final conversation about the school bond issue! Vote Nov. 5. SBL: Strengthen-Build-Lead
Change to Iowa Code Related to Tax Abatement and School Districts
There have been several questions regarding the city tax abatement as it relates to the paying of school bonds. Those who are currently under a city abatement only pay on the percent they are at in their abatement. However, new owners will pay 100% of school taxes due to a change in Iowa law.
Specific information follows approved by the city attorney:
Iowa House File HF718 was enacted and amended portions of the Iowa Code related to property tax collections.
The changes pertained to Chapter 404 property tax abatement/exemption for single and multi-family residential development:
Effective July 1, 2024 – all new residential projects located on properties eligible for a tax abatement are prohibited to have the abatement applied to the school district portion of the property tax levy; All School District taxes will be impose and paid on the new valuation created by residential development.
Reminder: Open House tonight at the elementary school at 6:30 pm.
Hey SBL fans! When you are at the football game tonight, in addition to cheering on the Warriors, please help our custodial staff by placing your trash in a garbage can. Last week it took 10 minutes to clean the visitors side and 90 minutes to clean the home side. Help keep our facility clean. Thanks for your cooperation! Go Warriors!
Apply today! Elementary and Middle School Associate positions available!
Homecoming March
The Homecoming March is Wednesday, Oct. 2 at 12:30pm. The march will begin at the primary school and end at the football field where the pep rally and coronation will take place. The march will consist of the marching bands, athletic teams, first responders and the 185th Color Guard. This is a march, not a parade (no candy). Community members are invited to watch/attend.
Community members or parents watching the march are asked to stand along the WEST side of Port Neal Rd between the elementary and high school buildings OR along the EAST side of the high school. Please plan to use parking at the baseball field or street parking around the schools. Parking will not be available in the school parking lots.
Coronation and the pep rally will be at the football field at the conclusion of the march. Go Warriors!
📚✨ Make a Difference: Become a TeamMates Mentor! 📚✨
Our school needs YOU to support our students through the TeamMates Mentoring Program. Just one hour a week can change a young person's life!
🔹 Meet during school hours
🔹 Provide encouragement and support
🔹 Build lasting connections
Interested? Contact Mrs. Hansen at the high school to learn more: hanseash@sblschools.com
Join us in shaping futures, one student at a time! #TeamMatesMentoring
Did you know Sergeant Bluff-Luton CSD offers Breakfast every morning?
Do you receive Free or Reduced Lunch for your child? Then your child also qualifies for Free or Reduced Breakfast!
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and we encourage all students to participate in our breakfast program. Breakfast is served in each building with the start and end times listed below. Also listed Below are the prices for Reduced or Full cost breakfast.
TIMES:
Primary School - 7:30 am for Y CLUB only. 7:50-8:10 for all others
Elementary, Middle, and High School - 7:45 - 8:10 am
COST:
Full price breakfast: $1.50-All schools
Reduced price breakfast: $0.30 - All schools
🎉 Homecoming Update! 🎉
Hey SBL families! We've got some news about our upcoming homecoming celebrations:
📅 NEW SCHEDULE: Our homecoming parade and coronation are moving to daytime hours!
Why the change? ➡️ Evening activities couldn't be rescheduled ➡️ Student council is excited about the new timing and the opportunity for increased student participation!
• When: Oct 2, 2024 at 12:20 PM
• Where: Parade begins at the Primary building and ends at the football field
• Who: Parade will consist of the marching band, athletic teams and homecoming court. Public welcome to attend.
• What: Pep rally following the parade at the football field culminating in coronation
🙏 We know this might affect some plans, and we're sorry for any inconvenience.
👀 What's next? After homecoming, our staff and student leaders will assess these changes to help plan for next year.
❓ Questions? Reach out to the high school office.
Thanks for your flexibility and support! Let's make this homecoming one to remember!
Reminder of the community meeting tonight at 7pm in the high school auditorium, led by the community, regarding the November 2024 bond issue.
This is a community led meeting. Their goal is to get 100 community members to attend. Join them on Sept. 4.
Have you registered your child for school? Registration is an important process in determining class rosters and bus routes. If you have not registered, please do so. Registration fees can be paid later. Thank you!
Join us for open house August 21. Can't wait to start another great school year. School starts August 23!
Patiently waiting to start transporting students in one week.
Remember, it is illegal to pass a school bus from behind when it's yellow or red lights are flashing.
It is also illegal to pass from the front when red lights are passing.
Please use caution ⚠️ when these buses return to the road.
Opportunities this week to learn about the East Campus and School Bond issue this week: Wed: 9AM at Club 55 Wed: 10:30 AM at Hawk's Coffee Wed: 6PM at Hawk's Coffee