Bernardo Parent Bulletin #39

May 14, 2023

Happy Mothers Day!

My mom (pictured here with me on my wedding day back in 1997) gave birth to me when she was only 17 years old and still a senior in high school. She raised me and my brother as a single mom for many years, working hard all day at her job and then coming home to take care of two very active boys! While I have so many amazing people in my life, mom was always my biggest fan up until she passed away from cancer 6 years ago.

When I was young, I often took mom for granted. However, looking back I am amazed about all of the ways she loved and served me as a child. I wouldn't be the man I am today with her and your kids will be forever impacted by all of you moms as well!

Happy Mothers Day to all of you Amazing Moms! I hope you know just how amazing you are and that you were celebrated and spoiled today!

Jeremy Lyche

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Thank you!

Our teachers and staff were overwhelmed with daily treats, gifts, and words of love and encouragement last week. Your kindness and love inspires us to work even harder in serving your children. We truly cherish the amazing family-school partnerships here at Bernardo. Thank you!!

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We Have a New Nurse!

We are very excited to welcome Jeri Morlet, aka "Ms. Jeri," to Bernardo as our new full-time nurse! Please read a brief bio that she wrote below:

First a Mom of 3, now a Grandmother of 8! My Grandchildren range in age from 3 - 16. I have a 16 year old Granddaughter, Taki, who lives nearby and is very involved in the FFA. I also have a Grandson, Zian, who is 10 and goes to Knob Hill in San Marcos where we all live.

My nursing career for the past 32 years has consisted of times as a clinic nurse for GI and Uro departments with both Scripps and Sharp. I moved on to Hospice & Home Care for about 14 years then on to Aesthetic Medicine in mostly management roles. I have been and continue to be somebody who enjoys caring for and serving others in all roles.

I like to garden; especially in the Spring and Summer when all the flowers and vegetables are blossoming. I love animals and have a dog, bird, bearded dragon, and brand new baby guinea pigs! I enjoy trips to the beach whenever I have the time. I take trips to Texas and Northern California to visit family. You can catch me at rest with a book in my hands or listening to audiobooks much of the time.

I want everyone to know that I am here to be the best school nurse I can be and have plenty to learn always. I want to help and serve you all and look forward to getting to know you. My door is always open and you are welcome to offer any suggestions or special requests that will help me brighten your child's day.

Ms. Jeri

jmorlet@eusd.org

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Open House is This Thursday, May 18!

We are excited about Open House on Thursday, May 18 from 5:30-6:30. The entire family is invited to come visit your child's classroom to celebrate the amazing work they have done this year.

This is a pop-in event meaning there are no formal presentations. Rather, families can arrive at your child's classroom anytime between 5:30-6:30 that evening.

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Red Shoe Day on May 24

On May 24, our first graders are excited to host our annual "Red Shoe Day" which generates funds to support the Ronald McDonald House (RMH) Foundation. They'll be out in front of the school with large red shoes collecting any donations from parents during drop-off and pick-up on that day. We're hoping that everyone will consider donating at least one dollar that will go towards supporting a family in need of support during difficult times while their child is in the hospital.

We are dedicating this event to Joshua Whitten who passed away earlier this year after a courageous battle with cancer. While Joshua was receiving treatment at Rady's, his family utilized the Ronald McDonald House so we know firsthand the different it can make!

Thank you for your on-going generosity and kindness towards others in our community!