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Last week, we recognized our Cubs for demonstrating the life skill of Friendship! Please enjoy the pictures below as we celebrate our Cubs for showing kindness, caring for others, and being great friends! This month, our focus is Gratitude! We want our Cubs to understand the importance of saying thank you, appreciating what they have, and being grateful for the people who make a positive difference in their lives. We encourage you to take a few minutes to talk with your child about the importance of gratitude and reflect together on the many things they have to be thankful for.

October Perfect Attendance Recognition

We are excited to recognize our Cubs who earned Perfect Attendance for the month of October during our Weekly Morning Assemblies! Perfect Attendance means no absences and no tardies.

• Monday, November 9, at 8:20 a.m.: Grades 1–3

• Friday, November 13, at 8:20 a.m.: Grades 4–6

Parents and families are welcome to join us as we celebrate our Cubs for their commitment to coming to school every day and arriving on time!

Congratulations to Ms. Jimenez’s and Ms. Benitez’s classes for earning pizza parties for having the highest attendance rates in October! Way to go, Cubs!

Thank you, families, for your continued partnership and support in helping our Cubs grow into learners, leaders, and champions!

Campus Mural Input

We are excited to bring beautiful, inspiring murals to our campus! Our goal is to create colorful spaces that reflect our school community, celebrate our Cubs, and inspire our students every day.

Please share your ideas about what you would like to see included (or not included) in our school murals. Please take this short survey (https://bit.ly/anselmurals) by November 13th.

Thank you and have a wonderful week!

📅 November Important Dates & Reminders

November 18 – Minimum Days (Early Dismissal)

TK/K: 11:55 a.m.

Grades 1–3: 12:21 p.m.

Grades 4–6: 12:30 p.m.

November 11 – No School in observance of Veterans Day

November 23–27 – No School - Thanksgiving Break

• DEADLINE: November 11, 2026

We are excited to offer four opportunities to attend a Cash for College Night! These events are designed to help seniors and their families complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the California Dream Act Application (CADAA).

Please take advantage of one of these opportunities to receive support and get your questions answered as you complete the financial aid application process. If you have any questions, please reach out to the College and Career Technician at your school.

Arrival

• Campus opens at 7:45 a.m.

• Breakfast begins at 7:45 a.m.

• Students may enter the courtyard at 8:00 a.m.

• School begins promptly at 8:15 a.m.

Dismissal

• Please follow staff directions during pickup.

• Remain in your vehicle during curbside pickup.

• Avoid double parking and blocking traffic.

• Be patient—traffic usually clears within 10–15 minutes.

Thank you for helping us keep all students safe.

Have You Reported Your Students' Absence?

If your child will be absent, please notify the school as soon as possible.

📞 (209) 953-9601 (Option 3)

Please include:

• Student's full name

• Teacher's name

• Date of absence

• Reason for absence

Regular attendance is one of the most important factors in student success.

Our Parent Handbook contains important information about school procedures, attendance, behavior expectations, safety, communication, and student support services.

Topics include:

• Attendance

• Arrival & Dismissal

• Behavior Expectations

• PBIS

• Parent Involvement

• Student Services

• School Policies

📌 Download the 2026–2027 Parent Handbook (PDF)

• Stay up to date with important school events, holidays, minimum days, conferences, and district breaks.

• You'll find:

  • First and Last Day of School

  • Minimum Days

  • Parent Conferences

  • Holidays

  • School Events

  • Spirit Days

  📌 Click below to view the 2026–2027 School Calendar.