May 22, 2025 | Volume 43, Issue 34

Table of Contents

  • No School Memorial Day, Mon., May 26th
  • ๐ŸŒฟ Save the Date: Year-End Field Trip to Matthaei Botanical Gardens! ๐ŸŒฟWed., June 11th
  • Come Visit our "Painted Lady" Butterflies!
  • Reserve Your Sumemr Camp Spot Today!

Upcoming Events

THURS, May 22

Story-Telling Day Presentations


MON, May 26

NO SCHOOL

Memorial Day


MON, June 9

9 am - 4 pm, "Bee" Day


TUES, June 10

9 am - 4 pm, Class "Bee" Day


WED, June 11

10 am - 2 pm, Field Trip to Mattaei Botanical Gardens


THURS, June 12

NO PM EXTENDED DAY

9 am - 4 pm, Board Games and Read-A-Thon

6 pm- 9 pm, Year-End Potluck, Graduation & Awards Ceremony


FRI, June 13

NO SCHOOL

Teacher Workday

NO SCHOOL

MEMORIAL DAY

MON., MAY 26th

There will be no school next Monday, May 26th for Memorial Day.

๐ŸŒฟ SAVE THE DATE: YEAR-END FIELD TRIP

TO MATTHAEI BOTANICAL GARDENS! ๐ŸŒฟ

Wed., June 11th

Weโ€™re wrapping up the school year with a breath of fresh air! Our year-end field trip will take us to the beautiful Matthaei Botanical Gardens for a day filled with nature, exploration, and fun.


๐Ÿ•™ Tentative Schedule:


  • 10:00 AM: Arrive at the gardens when they open
  • 10:15 AM ~ 2:00 PM: Participate in planned outdoor activities & enjoy a picnic lunch
  • Afterwards: Students with parents present may leave directly from the gardens; all others will return to school for regular pick-up


This memorable experience is made possible thanks to the generous support from our Winterfest Raffle Fundraiser โ€” thank you to everyone who participated!


๐Ÿ‘‹ Parents, we need your help!

If you're available to chaperone, please let Mr. Liou know as soon as possible so we can plan accordingly.


๐Ÿ“ฌ More details coming next week โ€“ including finalized schedule, lunch plans, transportation, and what to bring. Stay tuned!

COME VISIT OUR

"PAINTED LADY" BUTTERFLIES!

We have exciting news! Wednesday, our first butterflies hatched. There were none at 9AM, but by the end of the day we had 7!


Dr. Morse donated a section of his banana for food. Mrs. Dudek mushed it up and added a little water to make a banana paste. Each enclosure has a plate of this food for any emerging butterflies to eat.

None emerged Wednesday night. but by recess today (Thursday), there were 9 butterflies. As of this writing, we have 17 butterflies! In the half hour we were outside, 8 more emerged! 


We plan to release as many as we can next week when it is warmer outside.

RESERVE YOUR SUMMER CAMP SPOT TODAY!

Steppingstone Schoolโ€™s 2025 Summer Camp is packed with exciting adventures, creative exploration, and hands-on learning! Donโ€™t miss the opportunity for your child to make new friends, discover unique interests, and gain unforgettable experiences.


Hereโ€™s what weโ€™ve got lined up:

Session I: Tech Explorers โ€“ Take-Apart & Rebuild Camp

๐Ÿ“… June 16-20 | ๐Ÿ’ฒ $400

Instructor: Dr. Morse

Does your child love figuring out how things work? In this camp, theyโ€™ll disassemble and rebuild devices, unleashing their inner engineer!


Session II: Myths & Legends โ€“ Greek Mythology Adventure Camp

๐Ÿ“… June 23-27 | ๐Ÿ’ฒ $400

Instructor: Shari Dudek

Embark on an epic journey through the tales of Greek mythology. This camp combines storytelling, creative arts, and role-playing to bring ancient legends to life!


Session III: Flavors of Asia โ€“ Cooking, Culture, and Cuisine Camp

๐Ÿ“… July 7-11 | ๐Ÿ’ฒ $450

Instructor: David Liou

Your child will embark on a culinary journey, exploring the rich flavors, traditions, and recipes of Asia. Hands-on cooking and cultural immersion await!


Session IV: Strategic Connections โ€“ Chess, Chinese Chess, and Board Game Adventures

๐Ÿ“… July 14-18 | ๐Ÿ’ฒ $400

Instructor: David Liou

Encourage strategic thinking and friendly competition with this immersive camp featuring chess, Chinese chess, and an array of board games!


Session V: SMART Center for Scientific Research

๐Ÿ“… July 21-25 | ๐Ÿ’ฒ $500

Instructor: Dr. Morse

Young scientists will conduct hands-on experiments and discover the wonders of research at our state-of-the-art SMART Center.


Download the Brochure or Learn More Online!

Spaces are limited, so donโ€™t wait! Download the brochure here or visit our website to secure your childโ€™s spot in their favorite session today. Share our Facebook event to those who might be interested!

Make this summer one to remember with Steppingstone School!




Newest Donors

Cristina Hauncher, Susan Mero & John Monk

For a full list of donors, see the Annual Giving page on our website.


Volunteers

Auction Chair

Chris Isberg


Auction Acquisitions

Michelle Belt, Chair

Dena Nehme

Brad Styke


SMART Center Chair

Robert Schiff


SPARC Chair

Michelle Tan


Marketing

Jorge Contreras


Yearbook & Keepsake Editor

Barbara Malnar-Styke

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