Clyde W. Needham Elementary

The Dragon will represent

1) Courage - faces challenges with bravery and strives for excellence

2) Problem Solving - makes positive and respectful choices at school

3) Readiness to Learn - always ready to grow and improve

The class that wins the current spirit challenge will house the dragon in their classroom until the next spirit challenge.

VOTING STARTS MARCH 30th AND ENDS APRIL 3rd.

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We are excited to continue building a strong sense of community and pride at our school! One way students can show their school spirit is by wearing school spirit gear such as t-shirts, hoodies, or other items with our school colors or logo.

Wearing spirit wear on designated days—and even throughout the week—helps create a sense of belonging and unity among our students. If you are able, we encourage families to consider purchasing school spirit clothing for their child.

Thank you for helping us build a positive and spirited school community!

Dear Needham Knights Families,

Our Needham Knights in grades 3rd-6th are gearing up to participate in the statewide assessments in the month of April (see below for the schedule). Parents and guardians can help Needham Knights prepare for the CAASPP and CAST by speaking with them about the importance of the test and encouraging them to do their personal best. Needham Elementary will provide snacks to students during testing and would appreciate any donations. All items donated need to be store bought.

Needham Knights will be taking the following tests:

• Smarter Balanced Assessments (SBA), Grades 3-6: The Smarter Balanced ELA and Mathematics tests reflect California’s rigorous academic standards and allow students to demonstrate analytical writing and critical thinking skills as well as their knowledge of facts.

• California Science Test (CAST), Grade 5: California’s state standards for science call for science to think and work like scientists and engineers-asking questions and learning through hands-on investigation and discovery.

SAVE THE DATE for Lodi USD's upcoming Summer Intersession! More information and links to register will be available soon!

(TK - 6th)

Elementary Attendance Recovery and ELOP Programs: June 1 - June 12

Elementary Summer Enrichment Camps: June 15 - June 25

(7th - 8th)

Middle School Attendance Recovery and ELOP Programs: June 1 - June 18

Middle School Enrichment Camps: June 22 - June 25

• Pull all the way up to exit to allow for more cars to come into the parking lot.
• Drive at an acceptable speed, be aware of people in the crosswalk.
• Allow cars to leave after they have dropped off or picked up; do not cut them off.
• People who enter the drop off lane in a vehicle MUST REMAIN in their vehicle.
• Park in the parking lot or outside of the parking lot if you would like to walk your child to the drop off gate.

Safety is EVERYONE'S responsibility, contact the school with any concerns.

We’re here to support our families! Our school offers helpful resources for students and parents, including academic support, social-emotional services, and community connections. If you need help or have questions, please reach out to the school office—we’re happy to help.

Needham Knights are in need of volunteers for crossing guard, yard duty, and classroom assistance. Please click on the link below, if you are interested.

LINK TO DISTRICT WEBSITE

Thank You!

APRIL

4-13: Stranger Danger Assembly 1st Grade

4-13 to 5-1: State Testing for Grade 3 through 6

4-24: Morning Chat w/the Principal

4-28: Calaveras Big Trees Field Trip 4th - 6th Grade

4-30: DELAC Meeting at the District Office

MAY

5-1: Lunch on the Lawn

5-5: Lucky Diaz Assembly - Unbound Authors

5-6: Minimum Day

5-7: School Site Council Meeting 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm

5-7: ELAC Meeting 4:00 pm - 4:30 pm

5-13: Open House - 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

5-18: Morning Chat w/the Principal

5-20: Minimum Day

5-25: Memorial Day - NO SCHOOL

5-27: Field Day Grades 1-6

5-27: Kindergarten WOW Bubble Day

5-28: Kindergarten Celebration - MORE INFORATION TO COME

5-28: 6th Grade Promotion - MORE INFORATION TO COME

5-29: Last Day - Minimum Day

• Parents/Guardians who enter the parking lot in a vehicle must remain in their vehicle.

• DO NOT cross in front of the EXIT or ENTRANCE to the parking lot; Use the sidewalk inside of the parking.