Redwood MS - Viking Voice #14

Redwood Community -

Please take some time to review e-bike reminders and information from the Ventura County Sheriff Department. As the holidays approach it is important to reiterate to our teens how to safely ride throughout our community. While the e-bikes can be great for teens to get around town, it is critical to understand how to safely navigate and share the roads, and know what types of bikes are NOT permitted on public roads. Thank you all for helping keep our community safe for our kids!

• E-Bike and Motorized Scooter Presentation (Link) - This was a presentation provided to DAC last week from Deputy Matt Hirsh from VC Sheriff Traffic Division. Sergeant Holmes and Senior Deputy Grillo also attended.

• Important E-Bike Laws & Safety Information (SMORE) - A joint communication between VC Sheriff's Office and CVUSD.

Submit those receipts as you holiday shop or dine at the Oaks! Easy online submission using the QR code below. You can also drop off receipts in the main office.

Redwood ASB is hosting a donations drive for the Ventura County Animal Shelter from November 17th-21st. Students are encouraged to donate items found on the animal shelter’s wishlists. The appreciated household donations include:

• Blankets/Towels (mostly towels)

• Bleach

• Dish soap (liquid)

• Pet food (unopened, with a label, and not expired)

• Prescription pet food (unopened and not expired)

• Pet crates (small sizes only)

• Sponges

Donations will be accepted in a designated bin at the Front Gate Tent. Additional items that the shelter could use are found on their Amazon Wish List. Let’s do what we can, Vikings, and thank you for your support!

FINAL REMINDER!!

• The window to purchase CVUSD chromebook protection will close after November. This means that every student who has a CVUSD device checked out is responsible for any cost to repair or replace the device.
• Students who need to repair the device without district insurance will need to go to a private repair shop.
• Note- Redwood will not issue temporary loaner devices to student during the time repair, unless written documentation is provided by the repair shop that the device is currently being serviced.

It is STRONGLY RECOMMENDED that every student that has a CVUSD device purchase the $25 protection for the school year. Click the button below to purchase device protection.

This November, we’re celebrating Gratitude Month at Redwood Middle School with the theme:

“Gratitude Starts with Us.” As a school we are creating a gratitude tree. Each week will have a new prompt for students to complete a gratitude leaf. At the end of each week there will be a drawing of the week's leaves. I entry per person/week. Selected leaves will a prize!

• Week 3 prompt: What is one thing you can do this week to make someone's day better? It can be for a teacher, friend, class mate or anyone else in the community. "One thing I can do to is ________________ ."
  

Gratitude is a simple but powerful way to strengthen our Viking community. Thank you for being such an important part of what makes Redwood special.

This Q2 progress report is your final opportunity to check in with teachers and connect about missing assignments. Q2 is a progress report card required for students who have a mark of D/F. Keep checking your grades on Q Connect and communicate with your teachers. It's not too late! Semester one ends Friday, December 19th! Grades are final once the semester concludes.

• Families- Encourage your student to email their teacher(s). This puts your student in charge, giving them valuable self-advocacy skills which will be important as they move into high school and beyond.
• All teachers email addresses can be found on Q Connect under "assignments". Look for the teacher name, click the name and an email will automatically open.
  

• GVB Grade 8 Game- Wednesday 11/19 7:20pm
• BBB Grade 8 Game- Thursday 11/20 5:00pm

Click HERE for updates directly from Teen Center. We always recommend checking in with your coach regarding any last minute changes that may arise.