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04/20/18 - Buzz Newsletter
CAASPP Testing official begins on April 20 - May 10th
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The Springer Buzz! |
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Our Mission At Springer Elementary School, we will provide a safe and supportive environment that engages, inspires, and nurtures all students’ emotional and academic needs in order to become empathetic, productive global citizens and lifelong learners. |
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In This Issue: April 20, 2018:
Quick Dates for your Calendar:
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Principal’s Message |
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Dear Springer Community, We kicked off the week with our ambassadors in front of the school gathering donations for We Walk for Water, community service event. Thank all of you who have support this cause thus far. This morning I and other students and staff members wore a t-shirt . Please continue to support this great cause and come walk with us on April 27th at lunchtime.
Today we had a morning PTA meeting and Bhavna Narula, the principal from Blach come for a Q & A. Her main message was that Blach provides a safe environment for all students with a variety of options for students to choose from. One parent said, “ with some many great options it is really hard for my child to select their electives.”
CAASPP Testing official begins on April 20 - May 10th. If possible during could you please try to schedule appointment around these times, we would appreciate it. Please check your child’s teacher’s regular communication for their detailed testing schedule.
Have wonderful weekend, Lynn |
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Read-A-Thon |
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Hello Springer Families!
Saturday kicks off the second annual Springer Read-A-Thon! The purpose of this challenge is to encourage the love of reading among the students. How it will work -- A reading log will be sent home with your student(s) in Friday folders on 4/20. Each day, please log the number of minutes your student(s) read and then initial, filling in the total number of minutes read at the end. Please be sure an adult signs the grand total of minutes at the end of the week. Include any “Caught Reading” slips that students have earned attached to the reading log. Reading logs should be returned to school by Tuesday, May 1st. At the end of the challenge the class in each grade level (on average) with the most amount of reading minutes will win a popsicle party.
If needed, you can get a replacement reading log here.
If you have any questions, please email the committee at: springerreadathon@gmail.com |
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Reading Corner |
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Reading Corner: Enjoy the Read-a-Thon!
We hope your child enjoys participating in the Read-a-Thon next week! This is a great opportunity to do some extra reading. Research tells us that kids need to read a lot to develop their reading skills, and that lots of time spent reading is closely linked to reading achievement. Just as practice helps us learn to play an instrument or speak another language, quality practice is critical to growth in reading. Students spend time reading at school, but it’s always helpful to read at home as well. Reading for just 30 minutes per day results in a reader seeing millions of words per year. That’s valuable practice that really makes a difference. The Read-a-Thon could be a chance to try new types of books. Maybe your child can check out a new series, explore a new nonfiction topic, enjoy some poetry (during April’s National Poetry Month), or even reread an old favorite with a new perspective. Happy Read-a-Thon! |
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Assessment Corner |
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CAASPP (California Assessment of Student Performance Progress)
This is a statewide test SBAC (Smarter Balanced Assessment Consortium) that is given each year across the state of California to all 3rd-6th grade students. The test is completed online and untimed. Students will be assessed in English Language Arts and Mathematics. An additional test in Science will be given to all fifth grade students.
When we return from Spring Break we will begin the training testing- April 16th-20th. The purpose of this training is to have the students become familiar with the assessment tools. Our testing Window is April 23rd - May 18. |
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Walk For Water |
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Everyday, women and girls must walk hours to collect clean water. When communities have access to clean water, girls can attend school, parents can run sustainable farms, and families can break the cycle of poverty. From April 16-27, we will raise funds for We Walk for Water. Our student ambassadors will be in front of the school, accepting donations. We are requesting at least a $10 donation to participate in our Water Walk at lunch on Friday, April 27. Students will carry containers of water around the field, gaining a small understanding of the journey the women and girls make on a daily basis. We will be joining groups from all around North America in this journey. Here is an inspiring video to share with your family. https://www.trackyourimpact.com/blog/2017/03/24/watch-nepapa-walk-new-path-clean-water-kenya/ |
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Cornerstone Corner |
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In this month’s ABC book: “Sebastian’s Roller Skates” by Joan de Déu Prats, Sebastian gains confidence while practicing a new physical activity: roller-skating! His newly developed confidence empowers him to speak up and participate more fully in other areas of his life as well. This book shows how physical activity, perseverance, and hard work can bring about great leaps of confidence and skill.
To reinforce this lesson at home, ask your child:
When you “catch” kids modeling positive behaviors...Notice, Name it, and Celebrate it! |
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Staff Appreciation Week |
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This year's Staff Appreciation Week at Springer will be May 7-11! The Springer Staff works so hard all year, so let’s show them how much they are appreciated. Below is a summary of the suggested daily special activities. Please look for grade level specific areas to sign up to bring in snacks and treats as well. More details coming in the next few weeks!
Monday, May 7th: Bring in a flower to your teacher Tuesday, May 8th: Do something nice for a staff member Wednesday, May 9th: Bring in a little treat for your teacher Thursday, May 10th: Write a note to your teacher Friday, May 11th: Bring in a little something to pamper your teacher More details coming in the next few weeks and please feel free to contact Suzan Grisanti at suzanucb@gmail.com or Reena Vokoun at reena.vokoun@gmail.com with any questions. |
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Yearbook |
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Thank you for submitting your pictures for the yearbook. It looks terrific and it is being sent to the printer on Sunday, 4/21. As such, we can no longer accept any more pictures. Every effort was made to include the pictures submitted.
As a reminder, the PTA is providing one yearbook to each student and will be distributed in early June. Thank you!
*If you are interested in purchase additional yearbooks, please contact Rachel - michelson.rachel@gmail.com, with the subject line: Springer Yearbook purchase question. |
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4th Grade Instrument Quest |
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May 29th and May 30th 5:00 – 7:00 Covington Multi
In preparation for choosing a musical instrument to play in 5th grade, the LASD Music Department will be hosting two nights of “Instrument Quest.” Your child will see and be able to try out every instrument we offer in our Band (flute, clarinet, trumpet, trombone) and Orchestra (violin, viola, cello) programs. This is a great opportunity to see which instrument best suits your child. Parents are welcome to ask questions and to meet the LASD Music teachers.
Come on either evening between the hours of 5pm-7pm. 4th grade students will be making instrument selections in their homeroom classes at the end of May. |
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Springer Auction |
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Congratulations Springer! Together we raised $100K for Springer School. Thank you to all who came out and showed their Springer Spirit!
If you couldn't make it, it's not too late! Many community parties, exclusively for Springer students and parents, are still open. Please check out our OPEN PARTY LIST and contact the host listed to join the party. Questions? |
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LAEF |
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Junior Olympics is just around the corner on April 28th! That’s when we formally present our check to LASD. But we’re not quite there yet because we still need to raise another $200K. Will you join our team this year and donate by April 27th? A gift of $50, $100 or even $300 will make a difference! Let's cross the finish line and raise $3.7M to fully fund this school year. |
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A Note From The District Nurse |
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Pertussis Booster for Students in 6th grade: Students currently in 6th grade must have proof of a Tdap or Dtap (Pertussis or Whooping Cough) booster given after their 7th birthday (after 10th birthday is recommended) in order to begin 7th grade in August of 2018. Please provide a copy of your child’s immunization record to your school office as soon as possible!
Please refer any questions regarding this requirement to our District Health Assistants: Suzy Gough 302-1448 and Sandy Anderson 302-1449.
Thank you for your cooperation!
Health Services Staff |
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Parent Education Opportunities |
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Through an enriching presentations from local and national experts on topics of interests to parents, faculty and staff, the MVLA Parent Education Speaker Series seeks to contribute to the academic, physical, and emotional health of our students. All events are free of charge and are for parents, faculty and staff in Los Altos and Mountain View public schools. For a schedule of upcoming presentations, please click here. |
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