Steindorf STEAM Magnet School

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3001 Ross Avenue, San Jose, CA 95124

Main Office: (408) 377-3022

24-HOUR ATTENDANCE: (408) 377-3022, OPTION 2/EXT. 7103

https://www.cambriansd.org/steindorf

Follow us on:

Twitter: @steindorfsteam

Instagram: @steindorfsteam

ARRIVAL: All Students Enter through Double Gates

8:15 - Students & Families arrive and are allowed on campus

8:30 - Instructional Day begins. Families exit campus.

DISMISSAL: All Students Exit through Double Gates

2:15 - Kindergaten

2:35 - 1st-3rd Grades

3:00 - 4th-8th Grades

OCTOBER

5-8 - Elementary Goal Setting Conferences- Early Dismissal *No Enrichment Classes*

Kinder Dismissal: 1:15 PM,

1st - 3rd Grade Dismissal: 1:30 PM,

4th- 5th Grade Dismissal: 1:40 PM

6th - 8th Grade Dismissal: 3:00 PM

7 - National Walk & Roll to School day

7 - Board Office Hours @ Fammatre 7:45 AM - 8:45 AM

7 - Cambrian Parent Workshop (2nd & 3rd Grade) 5:30 PM @ Steindorf RSVP HERE

9 - NO SCHOOL for Students -Professional Development Day

9 - District K-8 Attendance Recovery Day for students 8:15 AM-12:30 PM

12 - NO SCHOOL

13 - First Day of Strings Program

13 - Girls Soccer & Boys Volleyball Tryouts Begin

15 - District Board meeting

16 -HSC Meeting (Design Hub & Zoom) 9:15am

19 - Chili Cookoff Submissions deadline HERE

19-22 - FDN @ Lazy Dog 11 AM - 9 PM

24 - Fall Festival 2pm - 6pm

27 - Make-Up Picture Day

28* - Steindorf @Earthquakes Game @ 7:30 PM (NEW DATE)

• Kinder Dismissal: 1:15 PM
• 1st - 3rd Grade Dismissal: 1:30 PM
• 4th- 5th Grade Dismissal: 1:40 PM
• 6th - 8th Grade Dismissal: 3:00 PM

*No After School Enrichment Classes*

*Elementary Students ONLY*

HSC has been busy supporting our school and staff! Last week, HSC:

• Made a deposit to reserve Fall Festival inflatables
• Contributed to support continued school funding
• Reimbursed teachers for classroom expenses
• Thank you to 5th grade families for the fabulous yogurt parfait bar they provided to the staff as part of the HSC's Hospitality Program.

Thank you to all who organized the fair, sponsored a food or sales booth, managed ticket sales, and attended the event. It was a tremendous group effort and a spectacle to behold. What a treasured school community tradition honoring the cultures of students and families. See pictures at the bottom of the newsletter.

At last night's District School Board Meeting, I shared the update to Steindorf's Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP). The purpose is to share what has changed since the school's LCAP last spring and why.

Thank you to the families who provided comments on the Parent/Guardian Satisfaction Survey. In response to survey comments, please note the following.

• Your child's teacher is your main point of contact. Please reach out to your child's teacher if you have questions or concerns about your child's academic, social emotional, or behavioral progress in school.
• Questions about cafeteria food should be addressed to the CSD Food Services Dept.
• Recess and lunch breaks surpass the amount of time recommended by the CA Dept of Education.
• Indoor eating options are provided during inclimate weather.
• Staff aims to reply to emails within 24 hours. If that does not happen, it is not intentional. Please email the staff again.
• Students are held accountable for inappropriate behavior.
• School drop off is a work in progress to improve safety and efficiency. School buses are not an option.

Warmly,

Debbie Stein

Last night, Siena was honored at the Cambrian School District Board Meeting as Steindorf's Student of the Month. Siena consistently demonstrates initiative, integrity, and thoughtfulness in everything she does. She challenges herself to step outside of her comfort zone and is willing to try new things, even when they may feel uncomfortable. She shows care and respect toward her teachers and classmates, she makes responsible decisions, and she acts as a proactive problem solver who seeks solutions rather than simply asking questions. Her sincerity and positive attitude are valuable assets to our school community.

Check out the International Fair Slides & Videos

September Recap & October Book Club

Library is Open during Lunch

Tuesdays: 12:20PM - 1:00 PM

Wednesdays: 11:50AM-12:30PM

Thursdays: 12:20PM - 1:00 PM

Order online at yearbookordercenter.com and enter job #14864.

Hard cover: $35 | Soft Cover: $25

Please note, yearbook ads are only for 8th grade families. 8th grade families, look for more info in the 8th grade newsletter.

Do you have sports, fieldtrip, or school event pictures that you want to share with the yearbook staff? Use this link to upload them to eShare! Alternatively, go to yearbookshare.com and type in our password: steindorf2627.

Follow directions on the Cambrian School District website to gain clearance to volunteer within the school district. Volunteer webpage link.

Open the Door to More Volunteers

Volunteers make our schools stronger. They support classrooms, field trips, student activities, and school programs—and students benefit when parents and community members can be involved. The new volunteer clearance process includes a $77 fingerprinting cost, which can be a barrier for some families.

Help Remove the Barrier

Cambrian Educational Foundation (CEF) has launched the Volunteer Support Fund with an initial $3,000 investment to help provide financial assistance for required fingerprinting.

Your donation can help multiply that impact by helping more parents and community members become cleared volunteers. To direct your donation to this fund, visit www.cambrianef.org/giving Under “Please direct my support to:” select “Volunteer Support Fund” from the dropdown menu.

Steindorf Strings Parent Info. Night Slides

Classes are morning sessions from 7:35-8:20 in cafeteria taught by Ms. Weber

Registration for Strings will close Monday, October 5th. Sign up HERE

Instrument Rental Fittings if needed on 10/6, 10/7, 10/8 @ 7:40 AM Sign up HERE:

Bring a completed Instrument Rental Contract to Instrument Rental Fittings.

Classes will begin week of October 12th

Please contact Mrs. Weber with questions: weberj@cambriansd.com

Chamber Choir is canceled on Monday 10/5.

Steindorf Chamber Choir registration link is live!

Register here: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/steindorfmusic/event/choir/

If you have not registered, please do so by the end of this month.

4 Steindorf Chamber Choir students have been chosen to represent Steindorf STEAM School as well as the Cambrian School District in the CMEA Bay Section Conference Honor Choirs. These choirs consist of students all over the Bay Area. The concert is on Oct 31st and is free to the public.

Congratulations to our very own Steindorf Students: Timur, Richard, Siyan, and Diya!

For any questions, please contact Mrs. Emelynn Montoya: montoyae@cambriansd.com

See Fliers Below for More Information

Take advantage of the opportunity to talk to members of Cambrian School District's Board of Trustees. Everyone is welcome to attend any of the Office Hours regardless of meeting location or school affiliation.

We invite you to participate in our first fundraiser of the year! This is a perfect opportunity to show off your Sweet & Savory skills by donating your favorite dessert or Savory to the Bake Sale!

Each grade has been asked to contribute the following for the event.

Bake Sale items

• Minimum of 100 baked or savory good items to be sold at event per classroom
• 25 pieces of Gluten Free and/or Dairy free
• Please sign up. Sweet & Savory Sign up
• Drop off October 23rd in School Office Until School Closes
• Bought Items always welcomed

Chili Cook Off Flyer

Fall Festival Webpage

Fundraiser Dinner Night Webpage

Back by popular demand after our August SJ Giants outing, we’re excited to offer another Steindorf community sports night! Join fellow Steindorf families for a fun evening cheering on the San Jose Earthquakes soccer team at PayPal Park.

We’re revitalizing our passive fundraising efforts! Options include local companies you already shop at, or online companies that you can shop for that perfect gift or treat!

Purchase a one-time lifetime membership for $25 (similar to REI) and you receive a 10% discount on each order, and the school receives 10%!

Link to purchase a membership and designate your charity as Steindorf!

• Purchase groceries at common retailers like Target, Walmart, grocery stores, and even online like Amazon and scan/upload your receipt!

• Download the mobile app, quickly set up an account, designate Steindorf as the school, and start earning!

• Get the mobile app at the QR code

List of commonly purchased food brands!

If you have a pile of your child’s school art, home art, cards, letters, writings, or objects that fit in a box, you can have them archived in a beautiful photo book!

• www.plumprint.com

• Get 50% of your photobook deposit ($25)

• Steindorf receives 20% of the total price!

• Use discount code: STEINDORF

• Your originals can be returned; you get digital photos as well

Charleston Wrap (not just wrapping paper!)

This Fall and Holiday season shop 2,500 gifts and customizable items!

• Steindorf receives 40% of all sales except personalized items which are 30%

• Order by December 11 to ensure delivery by Christmas

• Steindorf shopping portal

Delicious flavors of popcorn and cotton candy! Popcorn tins, custom popcorn tin lids, bundles and even seasoned pretzels.

• Steindorf receives 50% of sales!

• Website for general products

• Steindorf’s fundraising shopping portal

Goal Setting Conferences for Students K-5

Please make arrangements for your student(s) to be picked up on time.

The 30th Annual Math Kangaroo competition will take place on Thursday, March 18, 2027, and enrollment is now open!

Math Kangaroo is an international mathematics competition that encourages students to develop problem-solving skills and enjoy the challenge of mathematics.

Questions? Please contact steindorfmk@gmail.com

📝 How to Register

1. Go to the Math Kangaroo Registration Page.

2. Log in with your existing account, or create a new account if you are registering for the first time.

3. Click the “By Invitation” tab.

4. Select the test session that works best for your student.

5. Enter the corresponding Invitation Code:

• March 18, 2027 | 3:00–4:15 PM PT
  Invitation Code: CASAN_J0058918@2027MC

• March 18, 2027 | 4:30–5:45 PM PT
  Invitation Code: Steindorf_STEAM_2021@2027MC

🔒 Please do not share these invitation codes.

⚠️ Important Eligibility Information

The Steindorf test center is only available to currently enrolled Steindorf students. It is not available to students attending other Cambrian School District schools or to siblings who attend a different school.

📅 Important Dates

• Competition: Thursday, March 18, 2027

• School registration deadline: December 15, 2026

• Regular student enrollment deadline: December 31, 2026

• Late student enrollment deadline: February 1, 2027

Learn more about the history of Math Kangaroo.

Math Kangaroo Webpage

Family Photos at Vasona Park
Capture beautiful family memories with a professional outdoor photo session—just in time for your holiday cards! With limited spots available, don’t miss this special opportunity to create photos you’ll treasure while giving back to CEF. A portion of each session supports student enrichment programs.

Book Your Photo Session

Minted Holiday Fundraiser
Check off your holiday list while supporting CEF! Get 20% off holiday cards, stationery, and personalized gifts with code FUNDRAISE CAMBRIAN. Plus, 10% of your purchase goes back to CEF to support student enrichment programs.

Shop Minted

Two easy ways to shop, save, make memories, and support our students! Every purchase makes a difference.

Eighth graders thanked SJ Fire Department retiree and former CSD School Board Member Jarod Middleton for taking the time to teacher them about the events of 9/11. Each student wrote an individual thank you in the following slide show.

Last week's International Fair was a feast for the senses!

Capping our celebration of last week's International Fair, Music Teacher Ms. Montoya sang a Filippino song called "Ang Maya" by Jose Estrella during today's spirit assembly. Please use the link to enjoy this video capturing most, but not all, of her performance

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