Week 5
September 7 - September 11, 2026
Childhood Cancer
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, a time to recognize children and families affected by cancer. I recently wore a pair of Nike shoes designed by a young cancer patient named Sophia, and our students enjoyed admiring the special details, including the pickles on the shoelaces! Her design sparked a wonderful conversation about how something as simple as a pair of shoes can tell a meaningful story. The kids had so many questions about Sophia. How old is she? Is she still in the hospital?
Doernbecher Freestyle Program, a partnership between Nike and OHSU Doernbecher Children’s Hospital gives young patients the opportunity to design their own footwear. This year they have selected 6 new patients. The shoes are sold to raise funds for the hospital, helping support care and research.
Hispanic Heritage
September is also Hispanic Heritage Month. This is a wonderful opportunity for our families to celebrate the rich cultures, traditions, history, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities. We encourage families to explore and learn together! Whatever your heritage is, talk with grandparents, relatives, and friends about your family’s history, cook a traditional meal, listen to music, read a book by to learn more about your roots. Every family has stories and traditions worth sharing, and this month is a great time to discover, celebrate, and add to our knowledge!
If you've opted out of the LAUSD messages (text, email, or phone) you will not get any Arroyo messages either. Unfortunately there isn't a feature to opt into Arroyo and opt out of LAUSD.
If you have not been getting our emails or text messages AND would like to, you can opt back in by calling 855-502-7867 for any phone number that was previously opted out. Parents can choose to opt back in to receive text messages by texting "START LAUSD" TO 91841.
We try to also provide updates on Class Dojo, however, that is not our official form of communication. When we have events like minimum days or early dismissal, I will usually send a text message through blackboard so it's immediate notification.
Please Register!
We are excited to share that 91% of our parents have already registered! If you have not yet completed your registration, now is the time!
Please check your child’s backpack for the “How-To” guide we sent home on Thursday, 9/3. . The guide includes your child’s Student ID number and a unique PIN assigned specifically to you. Please remember that each parent/guardian has their own individual PIN, so both parents can register separately.
Don’t wait, register today! Your registration helps us strengthen communication and ensure that you have access to important information and resources throughout the school year. Let’s get to 100% parent registration!
Tuesday, September 8, 2026
If you are able, join us for Coffee with the Principal at 8:30 am. While the Parent Center is not ready, we can host this meeting hybrid given our Special ASB assembly happening the same morning.
Location: Parent Center or Via Zoom.
Time: 8:30 am
Zoom ID: 993 7190 3694
I met with a representative from the Councilmember’s Office, as well as a staff member from LADOT. We discussed two concerns:
1. RVs, homes, and transient encampments on our block
While the city ordinance states that vehicles of a certain size cannot park on the street between 2:00–6:00 a.m., we learned that once a vehicle is being used as a dwelling, that restriction does not apply.
2. Confusing signage and possible curb painting
We were advised to continue submitting concerns and/or emailing the appropriate departments. If the issue is escalated, there may be an opportunity to update the signage and/or redesignate certain sections of the street to make the parking restrictions clearer and more effective.
Office of Councilmember Eunisses Hernandez
Council District 1
City Hall office: (213) 473-7001
Glassell Park office: (323) 709-1800
https://councildistrict1.lacity.gov/
Check out the menus below. Decide with your child when you might send a sack lunch instead.
You can also download the YUMYUMMI app if you are juggling multiple schools and need the list sooner than when I am sending them.
Next PTA Association Meeting
Our next PTA Association meeting will be on Wednesday, September 23 at 4:30 PM over Zoom. Please join us to help plan our annual Fall Festival. Everyone is invited!
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81912298163?pwd=t3HTMih1wsW4beZrYV0VWxeVPLhXhu.1
Meeting ID: 819 1229 8163
Passcode: 4805
Save the Date
We’re partnering with Las Cazuelas for our first fundraiser of the year on September 30! Save the date and stay tuned for more information!
Many thanks,
the ASMSM PTA Executive Board
