Cub Connection

January 30

News & Updates

Hello CELC & MVLA Families,

I can't believe it is almost February. January has flown by. Speaking of flying by...Zero the Hero stopped by on Friday to visit our kindergarten classrooms. A huge thank you to our number hero for taking time out of his busy day to celebrate the 100th day of school with us.Thank you also to the parent volunteers that helped out with the 100's Day activities!

As I reflect on the past few months, I am so grateful for all of the amazing experiences I have had as CELC's Principal this school year. One of my favorite things to do is make positive calls home. The front office loves it when students come up with Pawsitive Referrals. Our Cubs bring so many smiles to our faces.

Mary Barkley, our Office Clerk, has been working really hard to keep up on study contracts and update student attendance. To ensure that your student keeps up on learning and gets credit for attendance, please turn in your student's contract work at the office. We appreciate your partnership in your child's education.

The District continues to be guided by California Department of Public Health and our experiences from last year. Thank you for your support while we continue to navigate the 2021-22 school year.

Important Updates and Information:

Our first Dual Language Information Night for incoming families is scheduled for February 7th via Zoom. Two more dates are scheduled for in-person. Help spread the word. See flyer below.
The PTA is busy organizing the Spring Fling that is scheduled for April 29th. If you are interested in helping, please contact the Stephanie Green at 619-659-8250.
Kindergarten registration for the 2022-23 school year begins on February 8th.
Thank you to the Alvarez Family for your generous water donation. We really appreciate it!
If you would like to donate gift cards to the Hayworth family, all AUSD school offices are a designated drop off. See flyer below for more information. The DATE has been extended. You still have time if you would like to help.
There are three upcoming opportunities for students, staff and community members to get a COVID test. See information below.
Attendance letters will be sent home to families of students that have missed more than 10% of school next week.
Please make sure that Chromebooks are charged daily and ready for use in the classroom.
Please do not change any settings on your child's Chromebook or remove the kiosk mode. The tech department set them up to be the most efficient and affective for learning in the classroom and for teacher management/monitoring. If you have any difficulties, please let us know and we will do our best to solve the problem or get support from our tech department.
As a reminder, CELC official start time is 9:05 am. Students are not considered late until 9:06 am. Please check into the office for a late slip to ensure that your child is not marked absent.
Please make sure that you send your student to school with a Chromebook (fully charged), mask and a water bottle daily.
AUSD's February Kindness Dress Up day is Wednesday, February 2. "We Dream of Kindness". Wear your pajamas to school.
Students can be dropped off at the curb in the morning as long as there is a staff member present and it is before 9:05 am.
Calling all EAK parents! Please join the PTA. Membership information is attached below! Checks or Venmo are accepted. Call the office for more information at 619-659-8250.

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We will keep you updated as things change or additional information comes up. If you have any questions, please contact Stephanie Green at sgreen@alpineschools.net or 619-659-8250.

Please stay updated and informed on what is going on by checking our district and site web pages, reading the electronic weekly newsletter, checking your email, and scanning our social media pages. Our staff is also here to help if you have any questions.

Don't forget to wear a college shirt on Monday and a school shirt on Friday!

Sincerely,

Tamara Ripke

CELC and MVLA Principal

tripke@alpineschools.net

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Attention MVLA Parents

The MVLA Student Leadership Team met with Mrs. Ripke this week to go over their DeBug presentations and expectations for leadership on the playground. They are hoping to begin a "Paw Patrol" program to help support peace on the CELC playground.

Do you love MVLA? If you would like to share a testimony, please email us your thoughts at tripke@alpineschools.net or your child's teacher. We would like to spread the word about our unique and amazing program.

Thank you to the parents that sent us a testimony. We would love to have more!

Please remember to send your student to school with their Chromebook, mask and a water bottle daily.

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COVID-19 Testing

COVID testing will be available in JMMS and SHES this week. Testing is open to staff, students and the community. Please pre-register.

MONDAY:

Link to Pre Register for Testing at JMMS .

WEDNESDAY/FRIDAY:

Link to Preregister for Testing at SHES

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CUBS IN THE COMMUNITY

The Cubs in the Community tradition continues this school year. Mrs. RIpke's goal is to connect with 100 Cubs (Future, Former, or Current) by the 100th day of school. Building relationships with our students is important to us! If you see Mrs. Ripke out in the community, encourage your student to say hi. Not only does it create an opportunity to connect, it also supports students' language and communication skills. Follow the sightings on our FB page. Feel free to share our postings to spread the word. Mrs. Ripke looks out for future, current, and former Cubs. Check out the latest Cub sightings below. This former Cub was caught still celebrating the 100th day of school.

https://www.facebook.com/Creekside-Early-Learning-Center-414783265277455/

Click here to check out our Cub sightings!

Hayworth Family

One of our AUSD families could use your positive thoughts and a little extra love! Let's Rally for Ruby and her family! See the flyer below for an opportunity to help. The collection date has been extended. #loveforRuby #rallyforruby

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School Wishlist

Thank you to those who have reached out inquiring about a wishlist. Your interest in donating is appreciated. We created a list of items that would be used school-wide to support our students. If you are interested in donating, please visit our Amazon Wishlist.

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3SFKL6ROWON5R?ref_=wl_share

QR for PTA Venmo

Venmo is available for PTA Memberships and donations. Please indicate your student's name, teacher, and reason for payment in the notes. Thank you!

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CELC PTA Membership Drive

Please consider joining the PTA. We are excited to be planning what looks like a more "normal" year filled with fundraisers, events, and field trips. Our PTA helps sponsor these actives and they need your help! Click to view and print the membership form. You can also pick up a form at the office. We have shirts available! Order now! Call the office for more information.

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Volunteers Wanted

Please contact Stephanie Green in the office if you have any questions about PTA and any other volunteer opportunities.If you haven't already, please make sure all paperwork is completed and turned in. This includes an up-to-date TB test, the volunteer form, and proof of the COVID-19 vaccination. Persons not vaccinated are required to show a negative PCR COVID-19 test within the previous 7 days of your volunteer day. Please check with your child's teacher for any opportunities coming up. The office could utilize volunteers as well. Let us know if you like to organize!

We have a need for adult volunteers to help clean out some spaces on campus. If anyone is willing to volunteer after school or on the weekend, please let us know.

Cafeteria Menus

As a reminder, the district continues to utilize a grant to make breakfast and lunch available for free to any student.

Happier January

Join our AUSD family in utilizing resources at www.actionforhappiness.org. They have monthly themes and ideas to help keep us Happier-Kinder-Together!

Here is a look at the "Happier January" calendar for ideas to help make yourself and others happier.

Spirit Days

Mondays College Spirit Day: wear your favorite college shirt

Wednesdays Mid-Week Mindfulness: wear a shirt with a positive message

Fridays School Spirit Day: wear your school shirt or school colors

AUSD is Hiring

If you, or any of your friends/family, love kids and are looking for part time work, please share our postings. We have a couple of positions on our site as well as on other campuses. Please visit https://www.edjoin.org/alpineschools. Please send friendly, qualified candidates our way!

The district would like to increase the number of substitute teachers in our pool. The pay has increased to $200 dollars a day. Please help spread the word. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call Mrs. Ripke.