Christa McAuliffe Email Template

*Please take a moment and check out our school marquee for important dates*

July 23: 7th Grade Orientation , more information to follow

July 24: First day of school for all students

Good attendance is one of the keys to success in school. Any time a student is absent, that absence must be cleared by sending a note with the student when he/she returns, call the office between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM. Please include the first and last name of the student, the date of the absence, and the reason for the absence.

You may call to verify your child’s absence up to 10 school days after your child has been absent. Absences that are not verified within that time will be considered unexcused.

Fourteen (14) absences in the school year may be allowed due to illness. Any further absences due to illness for the rest of the school year will require a doctor’s note to clear the absence.

Excused absences only for the following reasons:

Illness, Medical Appointment, Death of an immediate relative, and Pre-Arranged.

Unexcused absences can include:

Car trouble, Oversleeping, going out of town or on vacation, a parent/guardian having an appointment, and not having a babysitter.

Christa McAuliffe PTSA is proud to invite you to join in our mission: to act as a powerful voice for our children; be a relevant resource for our school, families, and community; and to advocate for the well-being and education of all children.

Please click on the link below to join our PTSA or scan the QR code on the flyer.

https://jointotem.com/ca/stockton/christa-mcauliffe-middle-school-ptsa

Morning Program, 7:30-8:30 AM, Daily: Staff provide supervision for students who need to be dropped off early in the MPR.

Bridge Program, 3:15 PM – 6:00 PM, Daily: This program provides a variety of activities throughout the afternoon. Please stop by the MPR for more details. Space is limited. Below is a link for the after school bridge enrollment.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScv-0fQtvzOYAPk058YDXhWk-yfaz9vJ4FlM8GAq0H5FOpvHA/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0

Lodi Unified School District Families:

This important update is being shared regarding smartphone use during school in 2026-2027.

This school year, students will be required to keep their smartphones turned off and stored in their backpacks during the regular school day. This practice aligns with Lodi Unified School District’s Board Policy 5131: Student Conduct.

This Board of Education approved change is designed to reduce distractions, support student mental health, minimize instances of cyberbullying and support student academic discourse throughout the school day. Research strongly supports limiting phone use during the school day, and similar policies are being adopted in schools across the state. In fact, California’s Assembly Bill 3216 will require school districts to adopt such policies by July 1, 2026. Please note that exceptions will be made for students with medical needs or accommodations outlined in their IEPs.

We understand that this may change how you communicate with your child during the day, even though they will be able to retrieve messages or return calls at the end of the regular school day. Our school offices are always available to relay important messages, and students can use office phones if needed. In the event of an emergency, it's essential that students stay focused on staff instructions. First responders recommend limiting phone use to ensure safety and clear communication.

Thank you for partnering with us to create a safe and focused learning environment.

📣 Google Classroom Guardian Emails Now Synced with Aeries

You may have already noticed—guardian email invitations in Google Classroom are now automatically synced with the Aeries database.

Here’s what you need to know:

• Only guardians listed as Educational Rights Holders in Aeries are invited to receive weekly email summaries from Google Classroom.
• Manual guardian entries are no longer allowed. The list is fully controlled by the Aeries sync and updates nightly.
• If a guardian isn’t receiving the invitation, please direct them to contact the school office to update their information in Aeries.
• Guardians who wish to stop receiving emails can simply delete the invitation.
  Please do not advise them to click “unsubscribe,” as that will not stop Google from resending the invitation.
• Guardian summaries include:
• Missing work
• Upcoming work
• Recent announcements, assignments, and questions
• A preview link to Google Classroom
• Note: Grades, comments, and student attachments are not included.
  
  

No action is needed from you—just a heads-up in case families ask about it.

More info from Google: Guardian email summaries & preview FAQ

If you have any questions, please contact Savina Thompson.

The following is a links to the i-ready family center: https://readyclassroomcentral.com/familycenter/

This page has resources for families to help their students with i-ready. They have frequently asked questions about i-ready, tips and information about what an i-ready classroom looks like.

The following is a link to how students navigate the i-ready dashboard:

https://mcauliffe.lodiusd.net/resources/math-help

We are excited to inform you that your children have recently completed reading and math diagnostics through i-Ready, an adaptive assessment program by Curriculum Associates. These diagnostics are designed to identify your child's strengths and areas for growth in these crucial subjects. We believe that this valuable data will help us tailor our instructional approach to better support your child's academic journey.

To review your child's data and gain insights into their performance, we invite you to access the flyer provided at the following links:

English Letter for Families

• https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ZIsneR5PJ5IlR8S7tmxotVn76wJ4C_-w/view?usp=sharing
  

Spanish Letter for Families

• https://drive.google.com/file/d/1kXWGzWfdkODCslVUM_NDZzlDXRc3y-wR/view?usp=sharing

This flyer will provide you with detailed instructions on how to navigate and interpret the i-Ready diagnostic results. Your active involvement in this process is greatly appreciated and will contribute to your child's educational success.

Chromebook Care Plan

Dear Families,

I would like to remind you that you have the option to purchase a Chromebook Care Plan for the 25/26 school year for $25. The CCP must be in place before any damage is sustained. Please use the link below to purchase the Chromebook Repair Plan. You can review the repair costs and coverages details. If you received a Discount Voucher, you can enter it with your payment:

https://www.lodiusd.net/families/careplan