WEbster Nation,

LOVED having you all on campus this morning for one more chance to build community in honor of student engagement. Can't tell you how much our Caine's Arcade filled my heart. It was pure joy this morning as we all joined in the spirit of creativity and play. Thank you. Just thank you!

I sure hope you will join us for our Gratitude Breakfast and our 5th Grade Graduation. We've only got another week and a half together. Let's make it magical.

Enjoy this week's newsletter and be good to each other out there. Have a beautiful weekend.

With gratitude,

- Tedd

twakeman@smmusd.org
(310) 456-6494

JUNE 2024

6/5 Gratitude Breakfast - 9:00a

6/6 4th Grade Dance Recital - 8:45a

6/7 Promotion Rehearsal – 9:00a

6/10 5th Grade Promotion

6/11 FIELD DAY and BBQ for TK-4th and 5th GRADE BEACH DAY

6/12 Last Day of School (minimum day)

Our 5th graders are on their way out and we will miss them soooo much! I love you guys a ton. You are such an amazing bunch of bananas. Thanks for being you!!

Dear WEbster Community,

You are invited to the 2nd annual Gratitude Breakfast where we will have a fun awards ceremony to honor this year's:

• Outstanding Teacher
  
• Outstanding Administrator
  
• Honorary Service Award Recipients
  
• Golden Oak Service Award

This will also be our opportunity to thank and celebrate Principal Tedd, to remember and honor our beloved Michaele Ward, and to enjoy a coffee and breakfast together as a community!

We need a lot of food, please bring something yummy to share: sign up here

- The Webster PTA

Ahhh, what an unbelievable way to wrap up a jam-packed month of May. You guys ROCKED it!! Seriously, kudos to our amazing Whales for their imaginative, creative, innovative game designs. We were all blown away by your efforts to build such cool and engaging games for the arcade. They were fun and challenging and brought out the best in the adults and kids who played them. And parents, you did it! I know it was tough, but you allowed these games to be truly imagined, designed, and built by our kids...and IT WAS WORTH IT! The pride on their faces as they welcomed us to play was EVERYTHING. This is the result of kids digging into something that you care about. No grades, no assessment, just the authentic feedback of watching people engage with something you created. What an amazing community this is. Loved seeing so many of your names on the leader boards as well. From the bottom of my heart, thank you for such a beautiful morning. I loved every minute of it. Special thanks to DJ Joel for spinnin' some tunes for the event.

Thank you to 1st grader, Clanton, in Mrs. Cooper's class for his support to the Botswana School Project. This is the second year in a row that Clanton has donated his own money to the project. He enjoyed supporting the students at Motopi and Gxhabara Schools and he learned more about their culture and the local animals this year. He is very proud to be a part of this worthwhile endeavor. This year, his mom Malika, matched his donation to contribute $123 to the project. Thank you, Clanton!

After 5 long months, we finally have an answer...

Dearest Tedd,

To carry on Callie’s tradition of the cute ducks and simply for the JOY and little mystery of it! It’s me! The frog caper! I would drive up every Sunday and sprinkle the campus with the silly creatures! There was lots of wildlife action around the big fig tree, especially when it got dark! From traditional green, to colors, to glow in the dark, to frogs with an attitude! LOL! I would love to hear the kids delight when they found one! Tucked away in the bathrooms, to the garden, to your office, Ms. Neci’s kitchen, and even on the teacher’s lunch boxes in the refrigerator! Trying to spread happiness in every nook and cranny!

- Miss Papale

Thank you for your efforts to spread a little joy around campus. It does not go unnoticed!!

“Calling all WEbster runners! Join us every Wednesday morning from 7:45-8:15am for Run Groms - a free, open-to-all, kids’ running program led by WEbster parents, supported by Run Malibu and BGCM. This program focuses on introducing kids to running and the many benefits that come with it, all in a supportive, fun and inclusive space. Registration is not required to join Run Groms - you are welcome to drop your child(ren) at 7:45am at the school field gate or join us for the session.

If you have questions or want to get involved, please email Cassidy & Blue Benadum at maliburungroms@gmail.com.

NEW: We are excited to extend an open invitation to the WEbster community to meet up for a few miles after Run Groms / school drop-off on Wednesday mornings at 8:30am. All paces are always welcome - run, walk, run/walk… however you choose to move. We will start & finish at the lower parking lot on campus.”

Attention 3rd – 5th Grade Parents,

We encourage our Webster students grades 3rd – 5th to participate in the Wait Til 8th Pledge. Our goal is to gather more support from the families to wait longer for children to get Smart Phones & Watches, to help minimize tech distractions in the classroom, and allow parents to feel supported in waiting longer before getting their child(ren) access to this technology. You can read more about it at www.waituntil8th.org.

- Pledge forms are coming home for you to sign with your child(ren)

- Return them to school by next week, Wednesday, March 20th.

- Thursday, March 21st, every student who turns in a pledge form will receive a coupon for a FREE

slice at Prince Street Pizza

- If you have any questions, please email Kim at KimEbeling44@gmail.com.

Thank You!

Here at Webster, we're putting out best foot forward and making a case for good education.

Here are our current Board positions for 24/24!!!

Congratulations and THANK YOU to all our PTA representatives.

Co-Presidents*: Bobbi Thomason

Treasurer: Elena Eggers

Secretary: Anya Fernald

Financial Secretary: Sarah Ryan

Volunteer Coordinator: Saona Jackson

Community Liaison: Sion Roy

Communications Chairs: Shannon Dunn and Kate Ward

Student Involvement Chair: Kyle Mlodzik

Room Representative Chair: Anya Fernald

Party Book Chairs: Lauren Ifft & Erin Fotos

Historian: Carley Devlin

Honorary Service Awards: Carley Devlin

Volunteer Bookkeeper: Farah Flores

Reflections Chair: Dana Orescan

Valet Chairs: Tatiana Jacobs and Heidi Saban

Yearbook Co-Chair: VACANT

Fundraising Chair: Yama Lam

Webster Wear Chair: Lauren Ifft

Parliamentarian (to be appointed by the new Board): Kate Pritchett-Skene

* Because the PTA bylaws do not permit Co-Presidencies, technically, their roles will be President and Executive VP, respectively.

Webster Information - Week of June 3, 2024

The Boys & Girls Club of Malibu aims to provide a fun, safe, and creative environment for all Malibu youth to thrive, find support through positive mentorship, develop important life skills, and receive social and emotional support.

• BGCM Camp Bu Enrollment is LIVE! June 24-Aug 9 Visit bgcmalibu.org to learn more and enroll. For grades TK-5th located at Webster Elementary. BGCM is committed to providing a summer curriculum that will include a variety of activities geared towards fun, educational, and social experiences. Programs include: STEM based projects, arts & crafts, cooking/gardening, kindness, social emotional wellness, and more!

• BGCM & Prince Street Pizza For your next family night out, please consider supporting BGCM! BGCM & Prince Street Pizza teamed up on a pizza design contest. Order the Spring Fling featuring spicy marinara, smoked mozzarella, pepperoni, sausage, and olive oil drizzle. The specially-designed pizza is available at Prince Street Pizza (Malibu location only) 20% of the proceeds benefiting BGCM’s mental health services and educational initiatives for youth.
  
  

• 1 in 5 Youth-Led Suicide Prevention Clothing Line The 1 in 5 project is a youth-led suicide prevention clothing line created by members of the BGCM. 100% of proceeds benefit BGCM Wellness Center mental health and wellness services. Shop to support by visiting us in store or shopping online! To learn more and purchase, visit thirdspacemalibu.org/products/1-in-5-crewneck-sweater

• Family Friendly Jewelry Making Experience - Join us at Third Space for Kidd's Jewelry Heist, a family-friendly jewelry-making experience unlike any other! Every Sunday, from 12 to 5pm, come and create your own necklaces, bracelets, keychains, and earrings with the help of our expert team.Explore a curated selection of beads, charms, and chains, and let your creativity run wild. Kidd's Jewelry Heist is renowned for merging entertainment with the art of jewelry making. Enjoy an hour-long session and take home two unique pieces of jewelry for $45 per person. No reservation needed.
  
  

• Wellness Center & Social Support Offerings The Boys & Girls Club of Malibu Wellness Center operates remotely and also in-person to provide no-cost social support & mental health counseling to all in the community. Visit https://bgcmalibu.org/wellness-center/ to learn more or to request services for you/your child! There is currently NO WAITLIST for services. PSA: Parents! If you've missed any parent workshops, they are available on our website at https://bgcmalibu.org/wellness-center-resources/

• Malibu Chili Cook-Off 2024 IS ON SALE Tickets launch starting JUNE 6! We have EARLY BIRD ticket pricing, $15 ANY DAY! Don't delay as ticket prices increase July 15. Visit www.malibuchilicookoff.org to purchase. Follow us @malibuchilicookoff

• Malibu Chili Cook-Off 2024 Volunteer with Us! Your support is a huge part of what makes this event successful! Please consider volunteering with us Aug 30-Sept 2, 2024. We've got some pretty AWESOME perks for our volunteers. To learn more, please email mcco.volunteer@gmail.com

• Run Malibu Workshop You are invited to a running workshop in partnership with Run Malibu! Join us on Saturday June 1 9a-10:30a at Third Space Malibu. Focused on the skill of running and foundational basics to support your mind and body. Come wearing athletic clothes/shoes. All proceeds support BGCM! For more info and to RSVP, please visit thirdspacemalibu.org
  
  *To contact the Club please call 310-457-1400 (Admin) or 310-241-3675 (Programs) Email info@bgcmalibu.org For updates on Club news & events, subscribe to BGCM E-Newsletter Here

Third Space is OPEN at Malibu Village! Third Space is a storefront, gallery and an innovation space for youth to be mentored and inspired. A project of the Boys & Girls Club of Malibu, made possible by many generous community contributors. A percentage of all store purchases benefit BGCM:

• Safe spaces after-school
• Mental health services for youth, families and aging population
• Drug and alcohol prevention programming
• Innovative and inspiring opportunities for youth
• Regenerative systems and educational initiatives

Here, in our vibrant community, we value care, connection, and creativity. We offer youth, families, and visitors of all ages the chance to explore products from local, sustainable and social entrepreneurs. To learn more, visit thirdspacemalibu.org Follow us on IG/FB: @thirdspacemalibu

"We are so thrilled to welcome the community to Third Space. We love being able to highlight products and art created by local, young entrepreneurs including Malibu High and BGCM alumni! This is a very special space made possible by amazing community contributors and we just can't wait for everyone to experience Third Space and all that it has to offer". Kasey Earnest, Boys & Girls Club of Malibu CEO

Third Space is made possible by the following contributors: Blue Star Painting • Bold LA • Devon Meyers Photography • JL Designs • 129 Builders Inc. • Jones Builders Group • Koum Family Foundation • The Little Market • The Dorn Family • Peak Power Electric • Quality Indoor Air - Heating and Air Conditioning • Venue Creation Resources

Developing strong character and valuable mindsets is essential. This remains a major focus at Webster. As we build community here on campus, at home, and across Malibu, we will continue to model the kind of behavior that promotes unity, kindness, and thoughtful problem solving. In addition, we will value these traits in others and recognize outstanding efforts.

Every Friday we sport our Webster Wear to show school spirit and celebrate the coming weekend. Classes with the highest percentage of Webster Wear win the whale for the week. Be sure to show your spirit and pick up some Webster Wear in the main office when you stop in to say hello.

The AERIES Parent Portal

Tedd's Welcome Letter 2023

Tedd's Welcome Back Video 2023

AERIES Parent Portal Tutorial

Student Services Registration Documents 23/24

Family Engagement & School Parent Compact

Webster Bell Schedule

PTA Membership

PTA Volunteer Opportunities

Class Change Request Form

Hour of Code