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4-1-16 Buzz Newsletter
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The Springer Buzz April 1, 2016 |
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Principal’s Message |
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It’s funny how life can come full circle at times. I distinctly remembering being in 8th grade at St. William’s School in Los Altos (now Rosita Park). As student body president, it was my job to go into classrooms and report to the students about the great things student council was doing for them. My favorite classroom to go into and report was a 5th grade room. The teacher in that room was a fun and vivacious woman who always made me feel special- even though I wasn’t her student. That teacher was young Kathy Panec. When I became principal 7 years ago, I was excited to join Kathy on the staff. We had worked together for a semester at Blach as she filled in for an English teacher who was on leave. Even her short time at Blach endeared her to that faculty and student population. Before that, I had reacquainted with Kathy as a parent since both of her daughters came through my history classroom as Blach students. Now the circle is almost complete as I announce Kathy Panec’s retirement at the end of this school year. Kathy has been a teacher for 35 years! She started at that small private school in Los Altos (St. Williams) back in 1981. She has been at Springer since 1986. During her time at LASD, she has mentored almost 20 new teachers and has taught hundreds and hundreds of students. Those students were treated to a classroom of love and support that Kathy provides as an exemplary teacher. I felt it as a 13 year old delivering student council news back in 1984 and I still feel it today in Room 11 at Springer. As a Springer graduate herself, I know that Kathy views the Springer community as her extended family. Please join me in congratulating Mrs. Panec on her retirement and thanking her for her marvelous years of service to Springer students! Have a great weekend, Wade Spenader-Principal |
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Open House is Thursday, April 7th |
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Please join us for Springer’s annual Open House on Thursday, April 7th Community School of Music and Arts (CSMA) Art Show in the multi from 6pm to 7pm. Classrooms open at 7pm. Our students are the tour guides as they show off just a portion of the great work they have been doing! Open House ends at 8pm. Remember: the next day is a minimum day! |
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Art Helpers Needed |
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Parent volunteers are needed to help with hanging/displaying art for the Student Art Show next Thursday, April 7 in the multipurpose room. If you are interested, please meet Anne Barsi, Art Teacher at 8:30 in the multi. Give as much time as you have available. Every bit counts and all help is appreciated. Contact Anne Barsi at abarsi@lasdschools.org. |
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Get Your Groove On At The Book Fair! |
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Get your reading groove on with our Spring 2016 Book Fair! Monday April 18 – Friday April 22 Open daily in the Multi 8:00 am – 3:30pm Bring out our tie-dye shirts, bell bottoms, and go-go boots for an Outta Sight ’60s Family Night Thursday April 21st - 5:00-8:00pm Join us to the Feelin’ Groovy Book Fair: Peace, Love, BOOKS |
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Student Art Show April 21 |
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Thursday, April 21 in the Multipurpose Room 5:00-8:00pm Come join us to see art created by Springer students--all will be represented! Click here for flyer. |
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Brownie Troop Collecting Toiletries For Homeless |
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Brownie Troop 61169 is assembling shower kits for Hope's Corner, so that the unhoused people of our community can use their free showers. We are collecting donations of new, unopened travel-sized toiletries. We can use the following items: hand sanitizer, toothbrush (full size), toothpaste, shampoo/conditioner in one, body lotion, body wash/liquid soap, lip balm, and socks. Donations can be put in the box in the office until April 20. Thank you for your generosity! |
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Auction Follow-up |
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The auction is not over, we still have some awesome Community Parties with open spots, see our online party list. Please contact the host listed to sign-up. Upcoming Open Parties: · Rope Jumping Workshop, April 8 · Drawing and Painting with Ms. Bence, April 8 · Kinder to 6th grade Animation Studio, April 20 · 2nd to 5th grade Kendama Party, April 22 · And more, go to party list for details Questions? Contact springerauction@gmail.com |
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Sixth Grade Basketball Tournament |
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The 20th annual Sixth Grade Bob Celeste "Everyone plays" Basketball Tournament will be played on the following dates: Girls Tournament: Friday, May 13, 3:30pm at Blach Middle School Boys Tournament: Friday, May 20, 3:30pm at Blach Middle School Stay tuned for more information as we get closer to the date! |
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LAEF |
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STEM Expo: More than a Science Fair! Robots from PVC Pipe? A shoe that changes it’s design with a quick zip? A bicycle-driven lawn mower? These are just a few projects spotted out and about at the STEM Expos. LASD is reporting more K-6 grade students participated than ever before; designing hands-on projects and exploring just how fun STEM can be! LAEF’s annual grant helps to fund a dedicated STEM teacher at each elementary school and offering opportunities for special class projects, grade level support, and lunch club activities for students. |
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PTA Announcements |
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The slate of officers for the 2016-17 Springer PTA Board was presented at the March 2nd PTA Association meeting and will be voted on at the April 6th PTA Association meeting. We are still looking for volunteers to fill the jobs of VP of Volunteers and VP of Fundraising. If you are interested in learning more about either of these positions, please contact the nominating committee chairperson, Charlotte Woo charlotte.woo[at]gmail.com, before the election on April 6.
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TDAP Requirement for Sixth Grade |
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Pertussis Booster for Students in grade 6: 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 2016. 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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Yearbook Photos Needed! |
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Pictures Needed!!!! The yearbook team needs pictures from the classroom, first day of school, Walk-a-thon, Halloween and field trips. To submit pictures, please go to:
You can also download the pictavo app and upload photos directly from your phone. The yearbook team will make every effort to include all yearbook pictures that are submitted. If you have any questions, please email: ybspringer@gmail.com |
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Student Extracurricular Activities: |
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Skateworks is offering a new skateboarding class beginning on April 18. Click here to sign up.
If you haven’t signed your child up for their favorite after-school activity, many of our clubs are back for Winter/Spring sessions: |
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Parent Education Opportunities |
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Through enriching presentations from local and national experts on topics of interest 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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