Another back to school ready tip! With school starting again also comes the dreaded homework. Try to set up a dedicated homework spot in the house that is stocked with all your student's needs for homework (paper, pencils, etc). It also helps if they have a consistent homework time, like right when they get home or after dinner. Make sure this spot and time are as free of distractions as they can possibly be to help students just focus on homework without being distracted by tv or other happenings.
2021-2022 School of Dreams Academy Dress Code
Everyday Dress Code for ALL students:
All students are expected to be in the school dress code from their arrival to their departure each school day (except on designated Non- Uniform Days days). Students and school uniforms should be clean, and neatly groomed. All clothing should fit properly, nothing tight or over sized. Administrators shall have the discretion and final
decision to determine appropriateness of attire and grooming.
● School shirts will be a t-shirt, blouse, “polo” style or button down shirt that meet reasonable standards of cleanliness and safety and must show respect for others. Personal appearance and dress that violate reasonable standards, compromise safety, demean, slur or harass others through symbols, words, images and/or disrupt the educational process shall not be tolerated. Clothing, tattoos or accessories which advertise, display or promote any drug (including tobacco and
alcohol), sexual innuendo, violence, weaponry, profanity, hate, “ In memory of…” or bigotry towards any group is prohibited. Shirts must cover the entirety of the shoulders, no halter tops, tank tops, spaghetti straps or muscle shirts. Shirts must be long enough to clearly overlap the belt line or stay tucked in.
● Undergarments and buttocks must remain entirely covered even while seated.
● Pants, shorts, skirts and/or dresses must not be torn, must fit at the waist and be no shorter than 3” above the knee. Spandex, pajamas, yoga pants, leggings, jogging suits, sweatpants, cut-offs, homemade and athletic shorts are not permitted. Boys shorts must not be longer than the kneecap in length.
● Students must wear closed shoes, or tennis shoes with a rubber sole. No “heely” shoes, sandals, shower shoes, rubber flip flops, slippers or shoes with a heel are not allowed are not allowed.
School of Dreams Academy Spirit Shirts and competition shirts are allowed during the year. While we support your participation on athletic teams we will not allow the presentation of other school’s logo items while you are on campus at School of Dreams Academy.
Just 3 weeks left until school begins! Now is a good time to start getting your students used to new routines. Getting them used to getting up earlier and bedtime routines will be beneficial to getting them adjusted to their new schedule when school begins.
Also if you have not yet, please fill out this survey: https://forms.gle/c9M2tBcysKBNYdRc8
This will help us plan for this upcoming year to give the best experience possible for everyone!
School of Dreams Academy is excited to announce that New Mexico Department of Health will be holding a vaccine clinic here at the School of Dreams Academy Community Extravaganza on 7/28/21 from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM. They will be offering the traditional required vaccines for 11 year old students and the COVID-19 Pfizer vaccine to ages 12 years and older. Please notify Nurse Sandoval as soon as possible at csandoval@sodacharter.com to sign up for vaccines. We look forward to seeing you there.
Going back to school (or first starting school!) can produce a lot of anxiety in students. Now is the perfect time to start creating positive associations with school. Good ways to do this are by asking about some of their favorite things that have happened at school and building excitement for the positive aspects, like getting to see and play with old friends!
Will your student(s) be attending School of Dreams Academy this school year? If so, please take a moment to take this survey and let us know if your student(s) will be attending in person or virtually. Each family should fill out one survey and detail the learning environment that each student in their household would prefer for the 2021-2022 school year. This survey link can be found on our Website sodacharter.net under the related NEWS tab or on our School of Dreams Academy (S.O.D.A) Facebook page.
Today marks 4 weeks until the 21-22 SY! I'm excited to see everyone back on Aug 9th (or 16th for PreK and Kindergarten!) During the coming weeks I'll be posting tips and tricks on how to get you and your elementary students ready for the coming year, so keep your eyes peeled! Also, if you have any questions related to elementary please do not hesitate to reach me at jomlor@sodacharter.com. See you all soon!
2021-2022 School of Dreams Academy Arrival and Departure Times
3Y PreK A.M. classes start at 8:45 and end at 11:30 am
3Y PreK P.M. classes start at 1 and end at 3:45 pm
4Y PreK, NM PreK and Grades K - 5 will start at 9:00 and end at 3:45 pm
Secondary grades 6-12 will start at 7:40 and end at 2:50 pm
We look forward to having you back!
Do you have a passion for learning and believe in making a difference? Join our team! Employment opportunities are now available on our website.
https://www.sodacharter.net/page/employment-opportunities
Dear Parent or Guardian,
We have been granted a deadline extension to June 29th!
The (FCC) recently approved 3.2 billion dollars in funding for the Emergency Broadband Benefit Program (EBB). This program allows qualified families to receive a free hotspot with the monthly service charges 100% covered.
To qualify: the household must either qualify for federal assistance (SNAP, Medicaid, etc) or qualify for free/reduced lunch.
(A household can also qualify if they've earned in 2020: under 99K - single filer or under 198K - joint filer)
To receive your free hotspot or mobile device:
Step 1: Go to www.ebbusa.org and fill out the relevant fields.
Step 2: Select device you would like to use
Step 3: Upload picture to provide proof of eligibility
This process takes 5-7 minutes to complete.
This is 100% covered and there is no cost for this service. However, the process must be completed by June 29th, 2021. At that time, the hotspots will be shipped directly to your child's school and they will distribute them to each qualified family.
Please make sure to fill this out as soon as possible!
Here is a video that highlights how to complete the application: https://www.truconnecttraining.com/lifeline-and-ebb-customer-enrollment-walkthrough.html
Dear Parent or Guardian,
The (FCC) recently approved 3.2 billion dollars in funding for the Emergency Broadband Benefit Program (EBB). This program allows qualified families to receive a free hotspot with the monthly service charges 100% covered.
To qualify: the household must either qualify for federal assistance (SNAP, Medicaid, etc) or qualify for free/reduced lunch.
(A household can also qualify if they've earned in 2020: under 99K - single filer or under 198K - joint filer)
To receive your free hotspot or mobile device:
Step 1: Go to www.ebbusa.org and fill out the relevant fields.
Step 2: Select device you would like to use
Step 3: Upload picture to provide proof of eligibility
This process takes 5-7 minutes to complete.
This is 100% covered and there is no cost for this service. However, the process must be completed by June 24th, 2021. At that time, the hotspots will be shipped directly to your child's school and they will distribute them to each qualified family.
Please make sure to fill this out as soon as possible!
Here is a video that highlights how to complete the application: https://www.truconnecttraining.com/lifeline-and-ebb-customer-enrollment-walkthrough.html
Thank you!
Car Wash - Class of 2022 Fundraiser
Saturday, June 12, 2021
10am - 2pm @ School of Dreams Academy
$10 per vehicle!!
Summer School Notice! Call 505.866.7632 with questions.
Have you filled out your internet access survey? If you haven't you can access it here! It is due Friday. This can effect our funding so please help us out! Have a great day! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScyWsWHMU8gbZOI_oBcdpWF9q7qQzPUpUDCd-NG1Fi0Wqz-qQ/viewform?usp=sf_link
Enrollment Announcement!
SODA has reopened enrollment for the 2021-2022 school year. We have openings in all grade levels K-12. To learn more about our STEAM model, or if you have questions please call 505.866.SODA (7632). Follow the link below to submit an application for enrollment:
https://registration.powerschool.com/family/gosnap.aspx?action=26594&culture=en
SODA NM PreK Enrollment Now Open!
School of Dreams Academy is now taking applications for our NM Prek 4 year old program, Deadline is June 14, 2021. Families with children who are 4 years old on or before September 1, 2021 may apply for the 21-22 school year. See flyer for details and contact information. To submit an application use the following link: https://registration.powerschool.com/family/gosnap.aspx?action=26594&culture=en
Have you filled out your internet access survey? If you haven't you can access it here! It is due Friday. This can effect our funding so please help us out! Have a great day!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScyWsWHMU8gbZOI_oBcdpWF9q7qQzPUpUDCd-NG1Fi0Wqz-qQ/viewform?usp=sf_link
Due to early release on May 26th, the TSA and Garden Club car wash fundraiser has been moved up. It will take place from 11am-2pm on SODA campus.
Oh Those Seniors!
The SODA class of 2021 is filled with many fun loving, creative, and ambitious young entrepreneurs. They must have decided to do a final fundraising effort before graduating. Looks like they put the school up for sale!!?? They’re just kidding …. you think?
Class of 2021 you will be missed tremendously! We are honored to be able to celebrate graduation with you “in-person”. Together, we’ve been through a lot this year. Don’t EVER forget, YOU ARE SODA STRONG!
The Robing Ceremony is tonight at 6:00 p.m. at Calvary in Belen.
Graduation Ceremony is Saturday 5/22/21 at 8:30 a.m. This event will be live streamed on FaceBook https://www.facebook.com/schoolofdreamsacademy.
Due to COVID restrictions attendance, at both events, is limited to only those who have a ticket. In consideration of everyone’s health and safety, If you are not feeling well please do not attend. Public Education Guidelines require everyone to wear a mask and temperatures will be taken at the door.Thank you.
Tomorrow is the last extended learning day of the year!
Middle and high school students, more information is posted in your Advisory Google Classroom.
