Cougar Community News

Most of our elementary students (first and fifth were on a field trip) enjoyed their last assembly to celebrate positive behaviors, attendance, English Learner progress, and academic progress! Teachers looked for students that show respect to others, follow rules and takes responsibility, help their community, takes care of their environment, and stands up for what is right to recognize with their Citizenship Awards. We also started sharing the iReady Stretch Growth awards. With some students still finishing their iReady assessments, several students will get this recognition in their classrooms in the coming days! Way to go, Cougars!

This week our students engaged with members from our SJUSD's Prevention and SAFE Schools Departments at lunch with tables of activities and information in the Quad. Our Seventh Graders also had a presentation from Casa Roble students to learn more!

Utilizing herbs and vegetables harvested from our Woodside Garden and Outdoor Learning Space, our third grade classes celebrated by preparing and eating an assorted menu of items! Each of the classes had different harvests (herbs, vegetables) and had chosen different foods to prepare. It was exciting to see so many volunteers coming in to support the student learning and make the celebration a success!

Memorial Day is a special day in the United States to honor and remember the brave men and women who died while serving in the military. It began after the Civil War, when people started placing flowers on the graves of soldiers to show respect and gratitude for their sacrifice.

Originally called "Decoration Day," it became a national holiday in 1971 and is now observed on the last Monday in May. Many people celebrate by visiting cemeteries, attending parades, or having moments of silence to remember those who gave their lives for our country.

Memorial Day is not just the start of summer—it’s a time to reflect on the courage and dedication of our heroes.

This trimester students who have maintained 95 merits and not been suspended have the opportunity to attend a field trip to Sunsplash on Wednesday! We look forward to a great time with the students and volunteers that are joining. Students staying on campus will have study skills and classroom lessons. Congratulations on your hard work, Cougars!

Thank you to seventh grade teacher Ms. Pfarr for our "Celebrating Diversity at Woodside" Bulletin Board this month! We celebrate and honor the history, culture, and contributions of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in the United States. From artists and inventors to leaders and everyday heroes, AAPI individuals have helped shape our country in many important ways. This is a time to learn about and appreciate the many different cultures, languages, traditions, and stories that make up the AAPI community.

MAY

• Mon. May 26 - Memorial Day Holiday - NO SCHOOL
• Wed. May 28 - Middle School Sunsplash Field Trip, 9:30am-4:30pm
• Fri. May 30 - Fire Drill, Kinder Dance Party Jog-a-thon Reward, Inflatables Race

JUNE

• Thurs. June 5 - Field Day & Friendship Celebration
• Fri. June 6 - TK Fashion Show 8:30am and Kindergarten Promotion 10:00am
• Mon. June 9 - 6th & 7th Grade Trimester 3 and End-of-the-Year Awards 1:45pm
• Tues. June 10 - 8th Grade Promotion 8:45am, LAST DAY OF SCHOOL - Dismissal at 11:25 for TK/K and 12:00pm 1st-8th

Our last general meeting included the initial brainstorming of ideas for next year. To finish this school year, we look forward to supporting the Jog-a-thon Rewards including a Kindergarten Dance Party and an Inflatables Race! We will also be providing popsicles for Field Day on Thursday, June 5th. We appreciate all the fundraising our Cougar community has helped with this school year.

Stay informed and engaged with your school district! Students, parents, staff, and community members are encouraged to attend the following meetings:

• Board of Education Meeting – Tuesday, May 27, at 6:30 p.m. in the District Office Board Room

• District English Learner Advisory Committee (DELAC) Meeting – Wednesday, May 28, at 6 p.m. in the District Office Board Room

These meetings are an excellent opportunity to stay informed, share your input and connect with district leadership.

To keep up to date on all committee meetings or learn more about each committee, visit sanjuan.edu/committees.

Explore exciting summer program opportunities for students

San Juan Unified is committed to providing summer learning and enrichment opportunities for our students, from Camp Kinder, to Career Technical Education summer enrichment to high school credit recovery.

Families are encouraged to visit here to explore opportunities for their children. The summer program webpage will be updated regularly with new opportunities and information.

You are invited to join us for several upcoming family engagement events this month open for all district parents, guardians and community members, including:

• Understanding Special Education and Your IEP workshop will be on Wednesday, May 28 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at San Juan High School (7551 Greenback Ln., Citrus Heights). Join us for this informational workshop focused on learning about Special Education and the IEP process, along with tips for preparing and participating in your child’s special education meetings. Attendees will also receive an IEP binder and direct guidance to organize IEP paperwork and supplemental documents. Dinner and childcare assistance will be provided.

You can learn more details about these family engagement opportunities and access our digital family engagement video library at www.sanjuan.edu/familyed or by calling (916) 971-7929.

This packet includes information and connecting links to many, many ongoing activities, camps, programs, museums, pools, summer concerts, and more in the Sacramento area!

If you are looking to schedule your student for enrichment options not run by San Juan Unified, check out this comprehensive list of options! https://sacramentosummercamps.com/

We were excited to have Woodside students play a role in our May meeting by presenting questions to CHPD Chief Turcotte! Below are a few of the questions brought forward by two

young ladies from Woodside school:

1. How much training do you need to be "Chief"? A minimum of 10 years in leadership positions.

2. Have you ever had to come to a school for an emergency? Yes, we provide help in many situations.

3. What challenges do you have in keeping our city safe? People misbehave.

4. How many criminals have you caught? 3,000

5. How many police officers does Citrus Heights have? 94 police officers, 140 total staff.

6. What is the hardest thing you have had to do? Tell parents when their children have been hurt. It’s important

to always follow safety equipment and packaging instructions!

7. How long have you been chief of police? Since September 10, 2020.

For a complete packet of our May Meeting Minutes, please click below. The video recording can be viewed here:

https://youtu.be/otuOZHhe9CM

The next meeting is June 17. See you there!

Office phone - (916) 971-5216

Mrs. Taylor Gonzales-Moore, Secretary - taylor.gonzalesmoore@sanjuan.edu

Mrs. Ana Johnson, Clerk - ana.johnson@sanjuan.edu

Mrs. Deb Johnston, Vice Principal - debra.johnston@sanjuan.edu

Mrs. Beth Wahl, Principal - ewahl@sanjuan.edu

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