Vivian Banks Charter School

Hello Vivian Banks Families!

We had a great week celebrating Red Ribbon Week! We had dress up days for our students Tuesday-Friday

Tie die Tuesday: Too bright to get twisted! Wear tie die shirts. Message: Keep your future bright and your mind out of the dark!

Wednesday: Don't Hair-ass me drugs! Crazy hair day! Message: Hair today, clear mind tomorrow. Show drugs you won't let it tangle you up!

Thursday: Team up against the bad stuff: Wear sports jerseys. Message: Victory takes teamwork. We are benching drugs for good!

Friday: Character Above Everything: Wear a costume based on a character from a book for a parade! Message: Real Heroes stay true to themselves and stay drug free!

We had an engaging assembly with Pala Social services on Monday with giftbags given out to all students.

On Friday, Indian Health came and did an interactive hands on assembly where we talked about keeping our bodies healthy.

We finished off our week with a special tradition at Vivian Banks. Students went to each class to 'trick or treat' special items such as pencils, glow in the dark rings and other trinkets.

Our students had the option of purchasing Halloween grams for their friends and classmates and these were delivered as well.

On Sunday, we will fall back. Please make sure to set your clocks back one hour. This coming week, please come join us at Eagle Force for a fun hands on after school activity making ribbon skirts and shirts with Noah Trujillo. The class is free and after school. Please see Miss Lisa if your child is not already registered in Eagle Force( formerly ASES).

We have a fall survey coming out soon. Please take a moment to review it and let us know if you are planning to opt your child out of the survey

We continue to emphasize the importance of excellent attendance. Every school day matters! If your child has missed one or more days of school, they may be able to complete an attendance recovery work packet to create a positive attendance day. Please contact Nancy in the school office for additional information.

Thank you for your continued partnership and support. Have a wonderful weekend!

If you fly with the Eagles, you will soar!

Attendance Matters

Daily attendance is one of the most important ways families can support student success. We saw wonderful growth and improvement last year, and we want to continue building on that momentum. Thank you for helping your child arrive at school on time, everyday, ready to learn.

At Vivian Banks, we truly believe it takes a village. We are grateful for your continued partnership, trust, and support. Together, we will make this school year one filled with learning, laughter, growth, and beautiful memories for our students.

Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or concerns. We are here to support you and your child every step of the way! If you fly with the eagles, you will soar!

Important Upcoming events:

11/2-11/16: After School Ribbon Shirt and Skirt making in Eagle Force: free! 2:45-6 p.m. Please see the flyer below.

11/9-20: Family survey, student survey

11/11: Veteran's day: no school

11/13: Turkey Trot: This is one of our biggest fundraisers

11/17: Literacy night/free pizza dinner 4:30-6:30: Come join us for a book blanket swap, free dinner, interactive games, and a raffle for a kindle!

11/23-27: Thanksgiving break: no school

Just a reminder: Daylight Saving Time ends on Sunday, November 1! Remember to turn your clocks back one hour before heading to bed on Saturday night. Enjoy the extra hour, and help your child stay on track with a consistent bedtime routine so they arrive at school rested and ready to learn!

Shout out to Tuchily Healing hearts for the wonderful assembly on Monday for Say no to Drugs week!

Shout out to Indian Health for the great assembly on Friday for Say no to Drugs week!

Shout out to Bud Machado for donating his time every Thursday and Friday for before school sports!

Shout out to Anna Rameshwar for donating her time every Friday for singing and teaching our students Cupeño!

BUSD students in TK–12+ are invited to share their talents in the 5th Annual Bonsall Woman’s Club / BUSD Stages of Inspiration Art Contest & Show!

This year’s theme is “Building a Brighter Future.” Bring your ideas to life through 2D art, 3D art, or photography, according to the contest rules for your grade level.

Start your artwork now so it’s ready to submit December 1–16—before winter break!

Thank you to Nessy Burgers for supporting the arts in BUSD.

Please review the rules first. A box will be in the front office to drop off artwork submissions. All submissions require the parent/guardian to complete online submission form BEFORE the artwork is dropped off. Please attach (with a paperclip) the artist's first and last name, teacher name, and parent contact information to the art (if possible).

Join us for an exciting two week experience at Eagle Force filled with creative activities, hands on learning and new skills! Whether you are looking to explore something new or express your creativity, this is the perfect opportunity to truly grow and make some lasting memories. This class is open to all future and current Eagle Force students. Everyone is welcome and no experience is needed. Just bring your curiosity, creativity and willingness to learn! Classes begin Monday, November 2nd-13th. 3:15-6 p.m. Classes are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. We hope to see you there!

Grab your paddle and join Vivian Banks Charter School for a fun Charity Pickleball Tournament on November 8 at 8:00 a.m. at Jim Banks Sports Complex, 12194 Pala Mission Road! Adult and youth divisions are available. Entry fees are $80 per adult team, $50 per youth team, or $25 for individual youth players. Come play, cheer on the teams, and enjoy time with our community! For details, contact John “Bud” Machado at 760-420-2265. All money raised goes directly to our Vivian Banks Charter School Students!

Dear Bonsall Families,

At Bonsall Unified, we value the voices of our students and families. This November, we will be conducting our Fall School Climate Surveys to better understand what is working well in our schools and where we can continue to improve.

Student Survey (Grades 3–12)

Between November 9–20, students in grades 3–12 will complete a brief survey during the school day. The survey takes approximately 15 minutes and asks students about their sense of belonging, school climate, and experiences as learners.

Student responses will be confidential, and students may skip any question they do not wish to answer.

You are welcome to preview the survey questions:

• English Student Survey

• Spanish Student Survey

If you prefer that your child not participate, please complete the Student Survey Opt-Out Form by Sunday, November 8.

Family Survey (All Families)

We also invite all parents and guardians to share feedback about their child's school experience. Your responses are anonymous and confidential, and your feedback will help guide our efforts to strengthen our schools.

The family survey will be open November 9–20 and can be completed on a computer, tablet, or smartphone.

• Take the Family Survey – English

• Encuesta para Familias – Español

Thank you for taking the time to share your perspective and for partnering with us to make Bonsall Unified a place where every student can belong, believe, and achieve.

If you have questions, please contact our District Office at (760) 631-5200.

Sincerely,

Tina Calabrese

Shout out to

💛 Support Love On Your Back

Helping Bonsall Students in Need

Love On Your Back was founded by longtime Bonsall teacher Carol Wood, who served the

Bonsall Unified School District for 32 years. Upon retiring, Carol and a team of dedicated

volunteers launched this nonprofit organization to ensure that no child in our community goes

hungry.

The Love On Your Back Nutritional Backpack Program provides weekend food support for

Bonsall students whose families are facing financial hardship or crisis. Many of these students

rely on free or reduced-price meals during the school week, and this program bridges the gap

by sending home nutritious food to help families through the weekend. Currently we support 153

children in our program.

Our mission is simple but vital: to ensure every child in the Bonsall Unified School District

has the nourishment they need to learn, grow, and thrive.

Unfortunately, with food prices on the rise and limited supplies available from local food banks,

our funds are running low. We are reaching out to our community for help to keep this important

program going.

💛 How You Can Help:

● Make a monetary donation via Venmo: @LoveOnYourBack

● Or send a check to:

Love On Your Back

3597 Kellington Court

Oceanside, CA 92056

We also welcome corporate sponsorships, and we are happy to provide tax-deductible

donation receipts upon request. For more information about our program visit loyb.weebly.com

Together, we can make sure that no child in Bonsall goes hungry.

Thank you for your generosity and support!

- The LOYB Team

It’s that time again when we begin Our Support Our Students Campaign. Our goal is to raise a minimum of $25 per student for every campus. The funds we collect are line-items in our budget and 100% of donations go back to fund teacher requests at Vivian Banks. Parents, all money raised goes directly back to our students' classrooms. Thank you for your generosity!

Vivian Banks Charter School is proud to offer high quality after school programming to fit all students' needs.

Eagle Force, formerly the ASES program

Our after school program, Eagle Force, formerly named The After School Education and Safety ( ASES ) program in California, also know as Expanded Learning, provides safe, engaging and enriching activities for students in grades K-9 . These programs are designed to complement the regular school day by offering academic support, enrichment opportunities, and recreational activities, fostering students' social, emotional, and physical development. ASES programs are run in partnership with schools and community organizations.

ELOP: Extended Learning Opportunity Program: The District also offers after- school programming throughout the year to enrich our students.

Please contact Lisa Trujillo( lisa.trujillo@bonsallusd.com) or

Nancy Mata (nancy.mata@bonsallusd.com) to register your child.

Vivian Banks Charter School Honoring Tradition. Empowering the Future.

Each month students are here everyday will get a popsicle at the end of the month. Students who have perfect attendance from September-December will get a pizza party.

We want to take a moment to emphasize something that is absolutely essential to your child’s success—school attendance. To encourage our students to come to school every day, we are providing incentives. Students who attend and have perfect attendance each month will get a popsicle at the end of the month. If students have perfect attendance from the beginning of the year until December, they will earn a pizza party and go into a raffle to win a gift card.

Showing up matters. When students are present at school—on time and ready to learn—they are better able to access high-quality instruction, build meaningful relationships, and stay on track academically. Research consistently shows that attendance is one of the strongest predictors of student achievement, especially in the early years when foundational skills are built.

Why Attendance Matters:

Every minute counts in the classroom. Learning is cumulative, and when students are absent or arrive late, they miss more than just a lesson—they miss opportunities to ask questions, practice skills, engage in discussions, and connect with their teacher and classmates.

Let’s break it down:

Scenario 1 day absent per month = 9 days per year ( 2 weeks of school missing 60 hours of instruction)

2 days absent per month = 18 days per year: classified as chronically absent: equivalent to nearly 4 weeks of school

10 minutes late per day = over 30 hours per year: that's nearly a full week of lost instructional time

Leaving early once a week= over 20 hours per year: misses critical end of the day routines, homework review, and closure of daily learning.

• Missing just 2 days a month is 18 days a year, almost an entire month of school.
  
  

• Arriving 15 minutes late every day is the same as missing two full weeks of school over the course of a year.
  
  

Attendance and Student Success:

Students with consistent attendance are more likely to:

• Meet or exceed grade-level standards in reading and math
  
  

• Build strong social-emotional skills and friendships
  
  

• Develop healthy school habits that prepare them for middle school, high school, and beyond
  
  

Students who are frequently absent—especially in early grades—are at greater risk of falling behind, struggling academically, and eventually dropping out of school.

How Families Can Help:

We recognize that sometimes absences are unavoidable due to illness or emergencies. However, we ask for your support in making school attendance a top priority. Here are a few ways you can help:

• Schedule routine appointments outside of school hours when possible
  
  

• Ensure your child gets plenty of sleep and a consistent morning routine
  
  

• Avoid extended vacations during the school year
  
  

• Communicate with the school if you’re experiencing challenges getting your child to school—we’re here to help
  
  

Vivian Banks is Here to Support You

We are committed to partnering with families to ensure every child feels welcome, supported, and excited to come to school each day. If your child is facing any barriers—transportation, health concerns, anxiety, or other issues—please don’t hesitate to reach out to our team. Together, we can find a solution. Let’s work together to make this a year full of learning, growth, and success—for every student, every day.

Important Upcoming events:

10/23: Movie night 5-8 p.m.

10/26-30: Say no to drugs week

Khan Academy

Khan Academy is a great resource and wonderful way for your child to get additional help with what they're learning in school or to learn something new. Check it out!

https://www.khanacademy.org/

Florida center for reading resources is a collection of research based/teacher created Student Center Activities for use in pre-kindergarten through fifth grade classrooms. The activities are designed for students to practice, demonstrate, and extend their learning of what has already been taught, sometimes with teacher assistance and sometimes independently. Students can complete the activities in small groups, pairs, or individually.

Accompanying these Student Center Activities is a Teacher Resource Guide that offers important insights on differentiated instruction and how to use the Student Center materials.

https://fcrr.org/student-center-activities

Bonsall Unified School District partnered with Care Solace to support the well-being of students, staff, and their family members. Care Solace is a complimentary and confidential care coordination service that can help you quickly find mental health or substance use treatment options matched to your needs, regardless of circumstance.

If you would like to use Care Solace to help you find a provider:

• Call 888-515-0595. Multilingual support is available 24/7/365
• Visit www.caresolace.com/bonsallusd and either search on your own OR click “Book Appointment” for assistance by video chat, email, or phone.

(Bonsall Unified School District se asoció con Care Solace para apoyar el bienestar de los estudiantes, el personal y sus familiares. Care Solace es un servicio gratuito y confidencial de coordinación de la atención que puede ayudarlo a encontrar rápidamente opciones de tratamiento de salud mental o abuso de sustancias que se ajusten a sus necesidades, independientemente de las circunstancias.

Si desea utilizar Care Solace para encontrar un proveedor:

• Llame al 888-515-0595 disponible 24/7/365 en cualquier idioma.
• Visite www.caresolace.com/bonsallusd y busque por su cuenta O haga clic en "Reservar cita" para obtener asistencia por video chat, correo electrónico o teléfono.

Mental Health Systems: TURN 858-573-2600

In addition, Care Solace offers mental health care coordination services and can help connect you and your child with appropriate community-based providers. Whether it's counseling, therapy, or other mental health services, Care Solace can assist you in finding the support your family may need.

To access Care Solace's coordination services, simply reach out using the following options:

Call 888-515-0595: Their multilingual helpline is staffed 24/7/365.

Visit www.caresolace.com/bonsallusd: On their website, you can explore mental health providers independently or click "Book Appointment" for personalized assistance through video chat, email, or phone.

Dear BUSD Families,

I can’t believe the first month of school has already passed! As we continue through the school year, we want every family to know that you belong here, that you are valued, and that we truly care. We are committed to providing support, opportunities, and resources to help every student and family succeed.

If your family is in need of resources such as shoes, backpacks, or school supplies, please visit me at the District Welcome Office (Office #4), Monday through Friday, from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. I would be happy to help connect you with the support you need.

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Estimadas familias de BUSD:

¡No puedo creer que ya haya pasado el primer mes de escuela! Al continuar este año escolar, queremos que cada familia sepa que aquí pertenece, que es valorada y que realmente nos importa. Estamos comprometidos a brindar apoyo, oportunidades y recursos para ayudar a que cada estudiante y familia tenga éxito.

Si su familia necesita recursos como zapatos, mochilas o útiles escolares, por favor visítenme en la Oficina de Bienvenida del Distrito (Oficina #4), de lunes a viernes, de 7:30 a. m. a 4:00 p. m. Con mucho gusto les ayudaré a conectarse con el apoyo que necesiten.

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Email: tina.calabrese@bonsallusd.com

Website: https://vb.bonsallusd.com/
Location: 11800 Pala Mission Road, Pala, CA, USA
Phone: (760) 742-3300

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