Rocket Newsblast
Week of October 5 to 9
Principal Hinz invites all parents and guardians to a free virtual workshop series from the Parent Institute for Quality Education (PIQE). Topics include the move to middle school, academic standards, testing, GPA, self-management, relationship skills, and planning for college and other paths after high school. The series began Wednesday, September 30th and the last day to register and join is Wednesday, October 7th for the class in Spanish and Thursday, October 8th for the class in English. To sign up, use the link on the flyer. PIQE staff will then contact you with details and answer any questions. We hope you'll join us and grow together as a school community!
Join Edendale Middle School for International Walk and Roll to School Day on Wednesday, October 7th! We will celebrate our school spirit, our health, and the environment with the Alameda County Safe Routes to Schools Program. This year, our school will celebrate in-person at the entrance to the basketball courts. With your family and friends, you can participate by:
Taking a walk, or riding a bike, skateboard, or scooter
Biking with your child on their own or with a trail-a-bike
Taking the bus with your child and walking to and from the bus stop
Joining a Walking School Bus or a Bike Train
Join us for a free BikeMobile event next week on Wednesday, October 14th from 12:30–3:00 at the front of the school. Mechanics will offer free tune-ups and repairs for flat tires, brakes, gears, and worn parts like chains, seats, and tires while showing you how to keep your bike running smoothly. Everyone is welcome, even without a bike, to learn about maintenance and safety. Space is limited to 20 people, first come, first served. See you there!
The Edendale Community Closet is now open to students and families. Students can fill out a form indicating their needs in the attendance office and Ms. Cajina will reach out to them. Parents and guardians can contact Ms. Cajina at ccajina@slzusd.org or call 510-317-5145 to set up an appointment.
First quarter ends on Friday, October 9th. Students have an early release day and will go home at 12:30. After school academic support is available on Tuesday and Thursday this week from 2:45 to 3:30 for any student with incomplete or missing assignments.
Cell Phone Free School
Students must power down their phones and keep them in their backpack from 1st bell (8:11) to the last bell (2:38). Lunch is only time they can turn it on. Thank you for supporting this effort at home by reminding your student about the new guidelines.
Backpacks and School Supplies
Students, show up ready, learn ready — every class, every day with your backpack, pens & pencils, paper, and anything else your teacher requires.
i-Ready Homework
This year's schoolwide homework is iReady: students should complete at least two lessons per week in both Reading and Math. If your child needs a Chromebook at home, contact the Main Office at 510-317-5111 or 510-317-5112. Thank you for supporting your child's learning!
After School Academic Support
Room 403 is open for any student needing academic support after school on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 2:45 to 3:30pm. Students must be in the room by 2:45 and stay the entire time.
Garden Club
Garden Club is after school on Thursdays from 2:45 to 3:30 in room 308 .
La Raza Club
Meetings will be on the first and third Tuesdays of each month from 2:45 to 3:30 in the conference room in the main office hallway. The next meeting is Tuesday, October 6th.
Rise and Shine — Walk Club!
Want a fun way to start your day? Join Walk Club every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 7:30–8:00am. Meet Ms. Rentoria in Room 701 or out on the track at 7:30.
Our Space Edendale
Join us every Thursday at lunch in room 608 for a universe of support for LGBTQIA+ students and allies.
Leadership Club
Thursdays after school in room 507 from 2:45 to 3:30.
Boys and Girls Club fall enrichment classes
Beginning in September, Boys and Girls Club will be offering BandLab and Skateboarding after school at Edendale Middle. Click on the flyer for more information and to register.
REACH Ashland Youth Center
Become a member of REACH and participate in after school programs. For more information call 510-481-4551.
Girls on the Run
Girls on the Run Bay Area every Tuesday after school from 2:45 to 4:00. Meet outside room 601 or on the track.
Banned Books Week
Join six San Lorenzo educators for a panel discussion during Banned Books Week, Wednesday October 7th 4:30 to 6:00pm at the San Lorenzo Public Library, 395 Paseo Grande Ave., San Lorenzo.
District English Language Advisory Committee
First meeting is on Wednesday, October 7th from 6-8pm in the District Office boardroom.
Foro Comunitario
October 17th from 10:00am to 2:00pm at 2640 International Blvd., Oakland. Click on the flyer to register.
Bay Area Science Festival
Saturday, October 17th from 11am-4pm at UCSF Mission Bay. This event is completely FREE and open to the public!
Edendale High School, College, and Career Resource Fair
Join us on Tuesday, October 27th from 5pm to 7pm in the gym at Edendale.
Young Men's Conference
November 14th from 10am to 4pm at Claremont Middle School, 5750 College Ave. Oakland. Click on the flyer for a link to the registration form.
Comida Para Cherryland
Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month at Eden Church, 21455 Birch St., Hayward, CA 94541. Numbers available at 10:00am. Distribution is at 1:00pm.
San Lorenzo Unified Food Distribution
Open to SLZUSD families or Hayward Acres residents only. September 9th and 30th from 2:00-3:30pm at the Wilma Chan Family Resource Center, 20450 Royal Ave., Hayward, CA 94541. Entrance on W. Sunset Blvd.
Eden Area Food Resources
Locations, dates, and times for free food distribution in the area.
Vision Services
Eye exams and glasses are now available at the Youth Heart Health Center located at 286 E.10th St., Oakland, CA 94606 Call 510-879-1557 for more information.
Fuente Wellness Center
Free medical and dental services available to youth ages 3 to 25. Call 510-481-4556 for medical and 510-481-4554 for dental. Located on the second floor of the REACH Ashland Youth Center.
Fuente Wellness Center School Based Behavioral Health
Confidental mental health support for children, teens, and adults ages 3 to 25. Call 510-481-4556 for more information. Located on the second floor of the REACH Ashland Youth Center.
Wilma Chan Family Resource Center
Located on the Royal Sunset High School Campus at 20450 Royal Ave. Hayward, 94541. Call 510-317-4420 for an appointment or use the link on the flyer.
REACH Ashland Support Services
REACH offers a variety of support services for youth ages 11 to 24. Use the link to fill out a referral form if you are interested in getting connected to services.
Grupo de Apoyo
For parents and caregivers of children with disabilities. The next meeting is November 6th from 9:00 to 11:30am at the Wilma Chan Family Resource Center, 20450 Royal Ave. Hayward, 94541.
Newcomer Navigation Center
Located at the Eden Church daily and in room 502 at Edendale on Tuesdays. Call 510-371-4406 to make an appointment.
Alameda County Immigration Legal Education Partnership
ACILEP is the rapid response network for Alameda County. The hotline is open Monday through Friday from 6am to 6pm. 510-241-4011.
San Lorenzo Unified Immigration Resources
Resources and support for immigrant students and families.