Clyde W. Needham Elementary
Weekly Newsletter - September 21, 2026
PRINCIPAL'S MESSAGE
Complete your child’s online DATA CONFIRMATION
- Go to the Aeries Parent & Student Portal and log in. If you do not have a log in, please follow the prompts to create an account. If you need assistance with this, please call our school's office.
- Once logged in, if you have not completed the ODC a pink banner will appear across the top of your screen prompting you to complete the process. Follow the prompts and select "Finish and Submit" to finalize the data confirmation.
If you need clarity on the above steps, or would like to see screenshots, please view this document or call our school's office.
Every completed confirmation helps our school stay connected with families and better equips us to support students. Thank you for partnering with us and helping us start the year strong!
Book Fair
Get ready to discover a new favorite book! Our Needham Elementary Book Fair is coming to the school library September 21–25!
Students will have the opportunity to visit the Book Fair during the school day with their classes. Families are also welcome to shop during school hours or after school during Book Fair hours.
Can't make it to the Book Fair? You can shop online!
FALL INTERSESSION - NEEDHAM ELEMENTARY!
Looking for a fun, safe, and engaging place for your child during Fall Break?
Join us for Fall Intersession!
📅 September 28 – October 2
⏰ 7:45 AM – 5:00 PM
- Breakfast, Lunch, and Snacks are provided
📍 Needham Elementary
🎒 Grades TK–6
Students will enjoy a week filled with learning, enrichment, recreation, and fun activities with friends!
Space is limited, so don't wait! Click here to apply.
Staying Connected - Download the ParentSquare App!
As Lodi USD continues to move towards our goal of clear, timely, and transparent communication, we want to ensure that our families are receiving communication with ease. You should already be receiving communication through email and text - if you're not, please reach out to our school's office to let us know. The next step with staying connected is downloading the ParentSquare app! Available for both iPhones and Androids, downloading the app ensures instant access to updates, and provides an easy way to interact with posts, direct messages, forms, and more. Download the free app by following the link in the button below.
If you need help accessing ParentSquare, please reach out to communications@lodiusd.net.
SAFETY
ALL visitors MUST check in at the office if you need to enter campus.
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.
PARENT RESOURCES
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.
CALENDAR
UPDATED WEEKLY
SEPTEMBER
21-25: Book Faire in the Library22-25: Parent Teacher Conferences MINIMUM DAYS
25: CPR Awards
25: Pizza Party Mrs. Martins & Mrs. Meas Classes, students only (ODC 1st & 2nd place)
FALL INTERSESSION: September 28-October 2
Mrs. Smith, Needham Vice Principal will be the on site Administrator
FALL BREAK September 28-October 9
OCTOBER
14: School Spelling Bee 4th-6th grade, students only
15: CA Great Shakeout
16: Picture Day
20: School Site Council
21: Minimum Day
26: CPR Awards Distribution
26-30: Red Ribbon Week
30: Farmers Market
30: Trunk or Treat
NOVEMBER
4: Minimum Day
5: Vision and Hearing
11: Veterans Day - NO SCHOOL
18: Turkey Trot
20: Trimester Awards
23-27 - NO SCHOOL (Thanksgiving Week)
DECEMBER
9: Minimum Day
18: Minimum Day (Friday)
WINTER BREAK December 21-January 4
First Day Back: January 5
PBIS CORNER
AVID CORNER
AVID helps students take ownership of their learning by setting goals and monitoring their progress
This week, encourage students to:
Set a specific learning goal
Identify what success will look like
Create a plan for reaching their goal
Reflect on their progress
Ask students:
“What is one thing you want to get better at this week, and what will you do to get there?”
AVID Challenge:
Have students set one academic or personal goal and revisit it at the end of the week.
SCHOOL FLIERS
SCHOOL INFORMATION
Copies of the Needham Parent Family Engagement Policy can be picked up in the office