Steindorf STEAM Magnet School

TRANSLATION: This newsletter can be translated into most languages by clicking on the document and then choosing the "translate" button listed in the square black box on the right.

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

NOVEMBER

1 - Daylight Savings Time- Fall back one hour

2-4 - Tech Week Rehearsals for Annie Jr.

2-6 - ASB Spirit Week

4 - Walk n Roll to School Day

4 - Take it Personally Parent Workshop - Design Hub @ 5:30 PM Register HERE

5 - 2nd Grade Field Trip

5 - District Board Meeting @ 6:30 PM @ District Office PDC

5 & 6 Annie performances, tickets on sale here

6 - Steindorf Coffee & Conversations Event for Parents of English Learners @ 9:15 AM

7 - Garden Clean Up! 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

10 - School Board Office Hours @ Price M.S. 6 - 7 PM

10-13 - 5th Grade Science Camp

11 - Veteran's Day - NO SCHOOL

12 - Take it Personally Parent Workshop - Cafeteria @ 5:30 PM Register HERE

13 - 6th Grade Field Trip

13-15 - FDN Rangoli Indian Cuisine

18 - Take it Personally Parent Workshop - Cafeteria @ 5:30 PM Register HERE

20 - HSC Meeting - Design Hub @ 9:15 AM

23-27 - Thanksgiving Recess - NO SCHOOL

30 - School Resumes

HSC consists of all school families, and supports programs with time and money not within school budget limitations.

HSC has been busy supporting our school and staff this week!

• Purchased Student Store items

• Paid the CMEA Festival fee for our music program

• Provided books and supplies for the Library

• Reimbursed Fall Festival expenses (thank you volunteers!)

Steindorf was brimming with fun fall-themed activities for family members of all generations at last Saturday's Fall Festival. Huge thanks to our Home & School Club (HSC) parent volunteers and teenage volunteers who organized and/or worked the event. And thank you to all who supported the event!

This year, middle school students are responsible for running their own Middle School Student Store, that opened this week. Every Wednesday, middle schoolers use the school shields they earn for positive behavior. An Elementary Student Store run by 5th graders will open in the coming weeks.

How will Earth's species adapt to climate change? All 8th graders completed their 'Save our Species' PBL to explore the evolutionary trends of Earth's species in our changing world. Student teams made predictions about the future behavioral and genetic adaptations that might benefit their selected species in the climate future they will face. Developing artwork from climate and population data, illustrated graphs, and stop-motion animation films showcased the curiosity and creativity of each 8th grade student. Their work was shared during a Conservation Symposium on Monday and at a Conservation Summit on Wednesday. It was inspiring to hear heartfelt messages from our students about the future of Earth's ecosystems!

One more parent is needed to join Steindorf's School Site Council (SSC), which collectively serves as an advisory team of parents and staff to help make decisions for the school. We have three one-hour meetings remaining for the rest of the school year, held on Mondays, 3:15-4:15pm. Please email me with your interest at: steind@cambriansd.com.

Warmly,

Debbie Stein

The Raptor IPAD Check- In System is coming back to Steindorf for all visitors and volunteers starting Monday, November 2nd, 2026 including all Cambrian District Campuses.

Raptor helps us know who is on campus at all times. Signing in with Raptor may take a few minutes longer. We ask for your patience and understanding as we make our school campuses more safe and secure.

*You will NO LONGER be able to sign in manually without your ID. Please be sure to bring your ID.*

Download the app. Search for "Raptor Safe" in the Apple App Store or Google Play Store. The app is free. *You will need your Government Issued ID to get set up.*

• Create your profile - You'll need an account to use features like the Raptor Passport (for quick check-in) and dismissal preference management.
• Verify your identity - During setup, you'll scan your driver's license, and the app will take a live selfie to confirm you match the photo on your ID. The selfie taken during this process is not stored in the app.

Your Privacy

We want you to know exactly what is stored. When you create a Raptor Safe account, including a Raptor Passport, only the information needed to verify your identity and enable secure access to your school is kept:

• Your name

• Your date of birth

• The last four digits of your driver's license or passport

• Your license photo

Any additional information is entered directly by you.

What if I forget my login credentials?
Raptor Safe uses your mobile phone number to log in. If you have your phone, you'll receive a one-time password by text message each time you sign in. If you lose access to your phone number, please contact Raptor for assistance.

What if I have trouble with the app?
Visit the Raptor Safe help page, or contact your school office and we'll be happy to help.

Thank you for helping us keep our schools safe, welcoming, and secure. We appreciate your partnership and look forward to seeing you on campus!

ASB Spirit Week 11/2-11/6

This Event is an information session especially designed to support families of students who are English Learners!

Coffee and snacks will be provided, and younger siblings are welcome!

Click HERE to RSVP!

.

A wonderful opportunity for our Middle School Students to receive tutoring support from our very Own Steindorf Alumni. See Flyer for more information. To Participate, register HERE First Day of Tutoring will be on Monday, 11/16

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.

Rangoli Indian Cuisine

3695 Union Ave, San Jose, CA 95124

sanjoserangoli.com

Family Dinner Nights Webpage

Support Steindorf while you shop with our Passive Fundraising partners here:

Passive Fundraising Webpage

Over this week's weeklong marathon, nearly 50% of all Steindorf students participated! Together, we replaced 748 car trips, avoided 450 pounds of carbon, and traveled 502 miles! That's the distance from Steindorf to ZION National Park in UTAH! Together, we made a real difference!

Winning classes of the Popsicle Party!

3rd place: LIEWER

2nd place: JARRETT

1st place: KORTENS

Raffle Winners!

Shreyas, Ezra Ch., Noah B, & Gino H.

Gift Card Winners!

Allison C., Barrett A., Sivan L., & Wan L.

Thank you to everyone who participated in the WNR Marathon!

• School Events Calendar - Please subscribe using the RSS icon

• 2026-2027 School Year Calendar

• HSC Website

• Student & Family Handbook

• 2026-2027 Bell Schedule