FELICITA FAMILY NEWS

👋 Hello Bobcat Families,

Happy Mother's Day to all the mamas out there! Sending you relaxing vibes today! We celebrate you! Have an amazing day!

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🌼 Mrs. Higginbotham

Thank you to all the parents who made food, decorated, wrote cards, or gave gifts to Bobcat Staff this week. Your kindness was very much appreciated!

Special thanks to the PTA for organizing an amazing week! You too, are "One in a Melon!"

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Congrats to 3 of our Bobcats, who were recognized at this last Thursday's Board Meeting:

-Yaretzi B.

-Hector V.

-Daleyza N.

We are so proud of you! 🐾

The ReDesign Team met for the final time to lay the finishing touches onto our plan. On Wednesday we will pitch to the Design Team. Wish us luck! 🍀

In this engaging second grade unit, students dive into the world of basic economics by becoming producers, consumers, and entrepreneurs. Through hands-on activities, they design and create their own simple products, learn how goods are bought and sold, and explore how money moves through a community. Along the way, students discover that the things we make, buy, and sell connect us—not just to our classmates, but to people around the world. This unit fosters creativity, collaboration, and a deeper understanding of how economic choices shape our lives and relationships.

This week, Ms. Laura, our Family Liaison, taught a Latino Literacy Program to parents. This program is to establish a family reading routine with your children, share stories and learn together as a family using bilingual books. It is not too late to join every Wednesday 4/30-6/4 at 8:15 Room 28!

Free English classes every Monday starting 5/5 at 8:15 AM in Room 28. Space is limited! Call Laura Aguilera at 760-432-2444 to reserve your spot!

This week, we will continue CAASPP testing in 3rd-5th grades with the Math test. Please be sure to have your student come on time to school, well rested with a good night's sleep, and make sure they get breakfast. This is a very important test! Encourage them to do their best!

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Only cars that display a valid handicap parking placard should park in the handicap parking spaces. This is extremely important for these spaces to be available to families with...

The YMCA interest form will close on May 21st at 6 PM. Please submit interest prior to that date.

TK had a fun time with families, making a bouquet craft and having a picnic snack. Check out some highlights below:

The YMCA interest form is now open and will close on May 21st. Please submit your interest for before and/or after school care prior to then. Email felicitaelp@ymcasd.org with questions.

Save the date! 5th grade promotion will be on 6/10. 5th Graders will have a special hot breakfast in the MPR from 8:00-8:30. At 8:30 we will open the gates to families and begin the promotion ceremony immediately following at approximately 8:45 AM. Tickets not required. Important details to note:

• NO NOISE MAKERS will be permitted. Thank you for respecting our student's with sensory sensitivities.
• If you bring balloons, they must either be tied to the fence or behind the last row of seats. We cannot have anyone's view blocked.
• Money leis need to be taken home after the ceremony. The school is not responsible for any lost or stolen leis, gifts, etc.
• Parents, if you choose to sign your student out after promotion, you must have a valid picture ID and sign out in the front office. No exceptions!

Help us reach our attendance goal of 94% average daily attendance!

Regular student attendance plays a critical role in our collective mission to ensure every student achieves their fullest potential.

Why Attendance Should Be a Top Priority:

1. Academic Achievement: Regular attendance is fundamental to student success. Each school day is a building block in the learning process. Consistent attendance helps students keep up with coursework, understand key concepts, and perform better academically.

2. Social and Emotional Development: School is a place where students develop crucial social skills and emotional resilience. Frequent absences can hinder their ability to form strong relationships with peers and teachers, impacting their overall development.

3. Future Opportunities: Consistent attendance is linked to higher graduation rates and better long-term outcomes, including higher education and career prospects. By prioritizing attendance, we are directly contributing to students' future success.

4. School Culture: Regular attendance fosters a positive school culture and enhances the learning environment for everyone. It creates a sense of community and ensures that all students have equal access to the resources and support they need.

This month, we will continue to focus on improving attendance. Here are the attendance winners with the least amount of absences:

TK/K: Ms. Stear's Class

1st Grade: Ms. Zammit's' Class

2nd Grade: Ms. Haas' Class

3rd Grade: Ms. Stepan's Class

4th/5th Grade: Ms. Tournas' Class

Keep it up, Bobcats, and remember, every day counts!

Felicita’s Spring EVERY DAY COUNTS Attendance Challenge!

ATTENDANCE matters! From April 1st until Friday, May 30th, classes will earn points based on their daily attendance percentage—1 point for 85-89%, 2 points for 90-94%, and 3 points for 95% or higher. Plus, we’ll have three double-point days to give classes an extra boost! The upper and lower grade class with the highest total points will win a special Family Day at Lunch as a reward for their dedication to showing up every day. Let’s finish the school year strong—Every Day Counts!

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MAY

5/12 CAASPP Testing Math Grades 3-5 Begins

5/13 All Grades Food 4 Thought Farmers' Market

5/13 Kindergarten Field Trip to Del Mar Fairgrounds

5/16 ELD Walk-throughs with ELAC Parents

5/16 Movie Night on Grass Field 6-8 PM

5/18 Girls on the Run 5K in Mission Bay

5/22 CSAC Meeting

5/26 Memorial Day No School

5/27 3 in 1 Drill

5/28 Recess Reimagined 🛝🎳🎯🃏

5/29 Family Math Night ➕➖➗🟰📐📏

5/30 End of Trimester 3

JUNE

6/2 PTA Exec Board Meeting

6/3 Recess Reimagined 🛝🎳🎯🃏

6/4 Career Day

6/5 Fire Drill 🔥

6/6 ROAR Assembly

6/6 Kindergarten Promotion at 1:30 PM

6/10 5th Grade Promotion at 8:45 AM

6/11 5th Grade vs. Staff Kickball Game

6/11 Minimum Day School Out at 12:10 PM

6/11 Report Cards Issued

6/11 Last Day of School! 😎🌴⛵🏄🏻‍♂️

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Teaming up for the Success of Every Learner!