John Muir's Newsletter

For those who have not completed the Aeries Online Data Confirmation, please find 5 additional minutes to complete that task. We're at 88% complete! Can we get to 95??!!

Minimum Day Lunch Schedule

TK/K: 10:20-10:50

Gr. 1-2:10:55-11:25

Gr. 3-4:11:25-11:55

Gr. 5-6: 12-12:30

• Classes will dismiss into the Muir Woods ( outside the cafeteria ) so you can wave your Eagle down.
• Bring a blanket, chairs, picnic.
• Muir Woods and the back NE lawn will be accessible.
• Cafeteria lunch will be provided for students who want the lunch from the regular menu.
• Since it's a mini day, I anticipate parents checking their Eagle out early. Check them out with your classroom teacher.
• Please let your Eagle know if you are coming, so they aren't left wondering.
• Bridge Program is still in session after dismissal.
• PLEASE DON'T PARK THAT BLOCKS IN OTHERS. Parents may need to get back to work.
• We look forward to visiting with you and your family!

The Imagine This... Story Writing Contest is now open, and we're inviting students in grades 3–8 to write and submit original stories—real or imagined—based on accurate information about California agriculture. This one-of-a-kind contest combines agriculture, creativity, and literacy. Each year, one state winner from each grade level is selected, and their story is illustrated by talented high school art students before being published in a beautifully bound book!

Important Dates:

📅 November 1 – Story Submission Deadline

🏅 December 1 – Regional Winners Announced

🏆 December 1 – State Winners Announced

Winners Will:

📖 Become a published author

🏛️ Travel to Sacramento to be recognized at the State Capitol (travel expenses covered)

🎨 Have their story professionally illustrated by high school art students

🖼️ Receive a giant poster featuring their story's illustrated book cover

We're now 88% Complete on Online Data Confirmation ( ODC )!

When each class reaches 100% students will be invited to a hot-off-the-grill pancake breakfast!

Classes with 100% and will enjoy the Sept. 10th pancake breakfast include Ms. Armstrong, Ms. Benouar, Ms. Fry, Ms. Veldhuizen, and Ms. TWilliams.

Classes with just 3 or less to go include Ms. Araujo, Ms. Cha, Ms. Chun, Ms. Galicinao, Ms. Jauragui, Ms. McNally, Ms. Montoya, Ms. Parra, Ms. Smith, Ms. Somera, and Ms. DWilliams.

To complete ODC:

1. Go to the Aeries Parent & Student Portal and log in. If you do not have a log in, please follow the prompts to create an account. If you need assistance with this, please call our school's office.
   
2. Once logged in, if you have not completed the ODC a pink banner will appear across the top of your screen prompting you to complete the process. Follow the prompts and select "Finish and Submit" to finalize the data confirmation.

If you need clarity on the above steps, or would like to see screenshots, please view this document.

Every completed confirmation helps our school stay connected with families and better equips us to support students.

If your child is riding an E-Bike or scooter to school, please review the following information provided to Lodi USD by law enforcement to ensure that your child is following regulations and is riding with safety.

• E-Bikes - There are three classifications of e-bikes. All e-bikes must have an electric motor of less than 750 watts.
• Class 1 and 2: These e-bikes are similar to regular bicycles. They can be identified as pedal assisted with an electric motor that reaches a maximum speed of 20mph. Class 1 and 2 riders must wear a helmet while riding and adhere to the same regulations as regular bicycles.
• Class 3: These e-bikes are pedal assisted with an electric motor that ceases to provide power at 28mph. These e-bikes have age restrictions, riders must be 16 years or older, and must be wearing a helmet at all times when riding

• Motorized Scooters - Motorized scooters are two-wheeled devices with a floorboard or seat, and are powered by an electric motor.
• Riders of motorized scooters must be 16 years of age or older, and must have a valid driver's license or learner's permit to legally ride. Riders must also wear a helmet.

Please help us keep students safe by ensuring these regulations are followed. Thank you!

INSTAGRAM:
We have an Instagram! Follow @stknjohnmuirpta and don't forget to follow the John Muir Facebook page @johnmuirelementaryschool for upcoming events, fundraisers, reminders and a little behind-the-scenes PTA fun. Parents can scan the QR code below to find us both quickly.

FIRST MONTH RECOGNITION:
Our teachers and staff officially made it through the first month of school, and PTA wanted to celebrate them! PTA hosted an “Orange You Glad You Crushed the First Month of School?” snack and drink bar as a small thank-you to our John Muir teachers and staff for everything they’ve done to get the year off to a great start.

THANK U EAGLE SPIRIT!
Thank you to everyone who ordered House Shirts and Spirit Wear during our first fundraiser of the year! Orders have officially been submitted. The money raised through PTA fundraisers comes right back to our school through student activities, programs, events and other extras throughout the year.

PTA AT CHICK-FIL-A!
PTA recently stopped by our new local Chick-fil-A to say hello and introduce John Muir! Did anyone else show off their spots?! We did. We're continuing to connect with businesses in our community and find new opportunities to support our Eagles.

The iReady pre-assessment of grade level standards in math ( BOY- Beginning of Year ) often results in "below grade level" scores. However, the students haven't been taught the material yet, so this is expected. As students learn the material we hope to see them move to grade-level or beyond. The following students are the grade level's top scores and already scoring at grade level:

6: Swornim Maharin 556, Clarence Valerio 554

5: Jaquelin Aguilar 514, Julie Tran 510, Cadence Zulueta 510

4: Ken Tran 536, Cedric Chan 514

3: Josiah Mackenzie 466, Richard Vo 457

2: Earl Bodiongan 491, Anaya Brown 442

1: Stella Nguyen 445, Alina Nguyen 429, Wyatt Tan 429

Tuesday, Sept. 1

Sept. 14-18

List of participating restaurants, coming soon!

Save the date! mini day Wednesday, Sept. 16.

Sept. 18

Sept. 21-25

Since you're already coming to school for parent conferences, stop by the library and check out the Book Fair!
Students will also have an assigned day to visit the Book Fair with their class.

Sign up to volunteer using this QR code!