Steenrod is blessed with the best! Our service personnel are such an important part of what happens everyday at our school. We appreciate them and the love they bring to their job!
Youth archery season is quickly approaching! See attached information for students in 4th and 5th grades.
We are replacing the Fall Steak Fry with a Winter Fundraiser. Our committee has tossed a few ideas around, but we are ALWAYS open to new ideas! We promise, if you come to the meeting, you won't be in charge of everything! Please join us Wednesday, Sept. 17 at 3:15 in the media center. Your kids can stay with you for the meeting and we'll be done by 4:00!
We are seeking out parents who are interested in serving on the Local School Improvement Council. It is a great opportunity to look at school data and discuss ideas to make our school even more vibrant and engaging, all while focusing on educating our children. Contact Mrs. Dietrich, mdietric@k12.wv.us if you are interested in serving! You can "nominate" yourself. Our first meeting is after school on Tuesday, Sept. 23 from 3:30-4:15. Your children can stay for the meeting with you.
Your child received a copy of the September Cardinal Connection this past week. Please check their folder if you haven't received it. It's a good idea to check folders daily, or at least weekly, so you don't miss important information and upcoming events!
These items should look familiar to you! We have sent the calendar magnet home with the oldest Steenrod student in your family and all students received their identification card. The magnets are for your reference and the cards can be used for free admission to Wheeling Park sporting events. Please let us know if we missed your child/family! Also, if you ordered a yearbook last year, they have been sent home. If you ordered but did not receive one, reach out to the PTA!
We have area agencies who reach out to us at various times to offer assistance to families who could use some extra support. One of these, Vance Church, provides food that students can take home for the weekend through their "Nourish to Flourish" program. Others offer support for the holidays. Please complete this form to let us know if you could use help. Mrs. Rebecca will then contact you to verify information. You may include names of siblings who are not enrolled at Steenrod.
Care for Cardinals
We are really excited to see all of our Cardinals! Kindergarten through 5th grade students should receive a postcard with information about Back to School night and your child's homeroom teacher's name soon. Please call the school office on Monday if you did not receive it as we may need to update an address.
Email mdietric@k12.wv.us or call the school office, 304-243-0356, with questions or concerns.
Choose to be ... a Steenrod Cardinal! We are open for enrollment for 2025-26 school year. Incoming kindergarten students must turn 5 before July 1. If you have a child ready for kindergarten and live in district, get in touch to find out what we have to offer! We can't wait to meet you!
Summer just started, but you never know when you'll start to see "Back to School" supplies on sale! Attached you will find suggested supply lists for PreK-5th grade.
Come to the porch! We have lost and found item and books for your summer reading! There is something for every grade level.
We are closing out the year with our spotlight on Ms. Kristen. She is employed by YSS but serves as the ESMH (Expanded School Mental Health) youth advocate at Steenrod. If your child is signed up for the Hey U.G.L.Y. (Unique, Gifted, Lovable You) Camp, they will spend the week with Ms. Kristen.
Check out this opportunity for youth football.
Sign up for the Spring into Summer Dance!
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This Friday is "School Lunch Hero Day" which provides a perfect opportunity to recognize our Child Nutrition Staff! Ms. Darla and Ms. Rachel provide nourishment and lots of love when they serve the students!
Check out this awesome opportunity provided by YSS for Steenrod students! Register ASAP as space is limited!
https://schools.procareconnect.com/form/97a87368-8cd7-4f53-b100-4ed3fc3d4e57
This week is Volunteer Appreciation Week and we are so grateful our amazing PTA for coordinating efforts to bring the absolute best experiences to our students, staff and families! Did you know there are 16 active committees that make up our Executive Committee? We have Banking, Book Fair, Citizenship, Enrichment,Family Fun Night, Fundraising, Fun Field Day, Holiday Workshop, Hospitality, Recycle, Reflections, Saturday Scholars, Student Appreciation, Teacher Appreciation, Variety Show and Yearbook. Some volunteers are chairs or co-chairs of multiple committees. Please consider this an invitation to get involved and join a welcoming, great group! In addition to PTA, thank you to all who step up to help with classroom parties and events. We are grateful!
Enrollment numbers for Kindergarten for the 2025-26 school year are down. With our current numbers we will only have one kindergarten next year. Help us spread the word to families you know in the Steenrod district with children who will be 5 years old by July 1. We would love for them to come and see what a great school we have! #choosetobesteenrod
Make plans to come to the Celebration of the Arts on Thursday, March 27 from 4:30-6:30 p.m. at Wheeling Park High School. You will be amazed at the talent from the primary grades through high school. Our 5th grade county chorus will perform at approximately 6:00 p.m.
We are looking forward to an evening to celebrate family and healthy habits! This evening will take place from 6:00-8:00 with interactive sessions and informational booths. Save the date, and choose to be healthy!
