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The Springer Buzz April 22, 2016 |
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Principal’s Message |
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SBAC Testing starts next week! Next week will be the start of Smarter Balanced Assessment Consortium testing- known as SBAC testing. All 3rd-6th graders will take an online tests in the areas of Language Arts and Mathematics. All testing will be completed by May 13th. Teachers have worked hard on the testing schedule in order to ensure that tests are taken early in the day (when minds are the sharpest). This will be the 3rd year in a row we’ve taken these state mandated tests (the first year was a “practice” year). Results from last year’s test were good and we’re feeling confident that Springer students will do well again. Not everyone is a fan of state mandated testing but they do provide us with some good data. Test results help us measure whether we are teaching to the Common Core standards and determine whether we need to adjust our instruction. We stress with the students that, while we want them to do their best, the SBAC results are just one measurement of their learning. We really try to keep the anxiety level down with the students. Some of our students actually like the testing process! You can assist us greatly in the testing process by: •Making sure your child has plenty of sleep and a healthy breakfast each day •Getting your student to school on time each day •Avoid scheduling appointments for the next two weeks or putting those appointments in the late afternoon) •Reminding your child that the SBAC is not a “make or break it” test- it’s simply one measurement of their learning Thank you for your continued support of Springer! Wade Spenader- Principal |
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PTA Awards Nominations |
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A committee is currently working on nominating Springer PTA members who have contributed good work to the children of Springer. We need your input. If you know of someone who should be recognized for their outstanding work at Springer, please fill out this form (you’ll need to print it and fill it out) and return it to the office by Thursday, April 28th. Award winners will be announced at the flag assembly on Thursday, May 26th following the annual volunteer appreciation breakfast. |
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Author Dave Barry Visits Springer! |
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Kepler’s Author Showcase Pulitzer-Prize winning American author and columnist Dave Barry will be visiting with our 3-6 grade students on Monday, May 2. Dave is one of the funniest authors around. He has written more than two dozen books including the tremendously popular "Peter and the Starcatchers" series and "Science Fair", which he co-authored with Ridley Pearson. Dave's latest series is the New York Times bestselling "The Worst" series. The first book of this series is "The Worst Class Trip Ever". Dave will be talking our students about this latest book, "The Worst Night Ever". Order forms for an autographed copy of Dave's latest books can be found here. Please return your book order and check made out to Kepler's by Monday, April 25. Completed order forms can be turned into your child's teacher or into the Library cubby in the office. While we understand that many parents would like to see Dave Barry in person, we are discouraging parental attendance due to the limited space in the multi. |
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District English Advisory Language Committee Meeting |
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District English Language Advisory Committee (DELAC) meeting is rescheduled for May 5th, 8:45 AM in the LASD Board Room. There will be a District English Language Advisory Committee (DELAC) meeting, a meeting about the English Learner program in the Los Altos School District. This is a public meeting and all who are interested are invited to attend. Please contact Ann Haigh at (650) 947-1180 if you have questions. The district-wide meeting is in the LASD Board Room, 201 Covington Road, Los Altos. |
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CSTEM Showcase |
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You Are Invited:
Thursday, May 19, 2016 CSTEM LASD Showcase--click here for the flyer! |
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Springer Day At The San Jose Giants! |
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Tickets are on sale NOW for Springer Day at the San Jose Giants! This is a great community even for our school and fundraiser all in one! The game time is Saturday May 14th at 5pm. At the start of the game, our very own Springer Singers will perform the National Anthem and two Springer students will throw the first pitch! Tickets are $5 each or 10 for $40 (children under 4 are free). You can purchase tickets in the office now and look for tickets sales soon in the quad at drop off and/or pick up soon. You can also PayPal Brooke Lopez at brooke.lopez@yahoo.com and your tickets will be delivered to your home. Be sure to indicate you’re sending money to a friend so no fees are deducted from our fundraiser. Thanks! Questions? Contact Brooke Lopez (brooke.lopez[at]yahoo.com) or Chris Leahy (cleahy94025[at]yahoo.com). Go Giants! |
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CSMA Thanks You! |
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A heartfelt thank you to the parents who volunteered their time to help set-up and take down the Springer Student Art Show at Open House. Thank you Elodie LaPlace, Janine Jelich, Katie Cowley, Janet Luo, Kimiyo Straw, Christina Keech, Pamela Davies, Kristen Gklaros-Stavropoulos, Kelly Berger, Anita Leo, Kara Jariwala and Anna Dimant. An extra special thank you to Kathy Stiles who volunteered in and out of my classroom all week sorting, labeling and matting artwork, took the lead in coordinating volunteers and managed the take down in my absence while I was working at another school. I truly appreciate your help and your commitment to making the art show a wonderful display of our students' artistry. Bravo, Springer! Anne Barsi Arts4All Educator |
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LAEF |
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There are just one week until LAEF makes its 2015-16 grant to LASD at Junior Olympics on April 30th. With $279,056 to raise between now and then, every dollar you give will help! Did you know that if 30 more families gave at each school, we would reach our goal? Your donation to LAEF directly benefits your child’s educational enrichment THIS school year. Please give online today at www.laefonline.org or bring a check to the school office this week. |
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Auction Parties Are Still Available! |
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Awesome Community Parties see our online party list. Please contact the host listed to sign-up.
Upcoming Open Parties:
For more details go to party list. 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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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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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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