Dear Will Rogers Parents and Guardians,
Happy New Year! Welcome to to 2025! I hope that the winter break was just what you and your family needed! Whether you traveled far or stayed close to home, I hope that you found a slower pace, peace and joy and made lasting memories!
As we step into the next semester of our school year, our teachers are preparing to dive deeper into our IB units of study. I am excited to continue encouraging their incredible work, as they bring inquiry, curiosity, and a love for learning into their classrooms through interdisciplinary units. In January we will have professional development on how to authentically engage our students in student-led inquiry projects. Our IB units of study provide the overarching framework for us to embed the state standards in math, science, writing and reading, they also offer an opportunity for our students to acquire so much more. As we look toward the future, we know that academic skills alone won't be enough to prepare our children for the world ahead. Just as important are the "soft skills" they develop as the collaborate and discovery together with their peers. Skills such as asking thoughtful questions, working in teams, and becoming active, engaged citizens of a global community. At Rogers, we believe these qualities are essential to our students' growth, and through building a strong sense of community and supporting social and emotional wellness, we can help them thrive.
Here’s to a great start to 2025! I’m looking forward to the continued growth and success of our students and our school community this year.
Be gentle on yourself and your children as everyone eases back into the routine of work and school. You may find this article from Parent Magazine helpful as you settle back into your routine. It's a great time of year to reset your morning and bedtime routines!
This Monday we welcome Principal for the Day: TK student Theodore A. Be sure to wave hello to our scholar who has fun day planned for our school.
Together for Will Rogers,
Principal Daruty
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Mon. 1/6 First Day back after Winter Break (elementary schools)
Mon. 1/6 Pupil Free Day for (secondary schools)
Mon. 1/6 Winter Crest Enrichment classes begin
Wed. 1/8 PTA Association Meeting 6:00-7:30pm in library
Mon. 1/13 Volunteer Training 8:30am (library), 3:00pm (library)
Mon. 1/13- 1/17 PS Arts Informances ( see your child's time below)
Thurs. 1/16 ELAC Meeting 8:30am in library
Thurs. 1/16 School Site Council Mtg 3:15-5:00 p.m. on Zoom
Fri. 1/17 Peacemaker Monthly Mtg 9-9:45am
Mon. 1/20 No School - Martin Luther King, Jr.
Tues. 1/21 Schneider Walking Field Trip - Fairview Library
Thurs. 1/23 TK/Kindergarten Round Up ( for prospective TK/K parents) 9:00am in auditorium
Thurs. 1/23 School Board Mtg at 5:30pm
Thurs. 1/30 Coffee with the Principal 8:30-9:30am in library
SMMUSD 2024-2025 Calendar
WRLC is an International Baccalaureate Primary Years School (PYP)
As an International Baccalaureate Programme School, we believe there is a broad range of capacities and responsibilities that go beyond academic success. We make a commitment to help all members of the school community learn to respect themselves, others and the world around them.
For January, our learner profile is INQUIRERS. We are inquirers when we are curious and develop skills for inquiry and research. Students will develop their natural curiosity and acquire the skills necessary to conduct inquiry and research and show independence in learning. Inquirers actively enjoy learning and this love of learning will be sustained throughout their lives.
Activities for parents:
- Encourage areas of your child’s interest by visiting the library to borrow books that explore these topics.
- Model being an Inquirer. Admit when you don’t know the answer to a problem or a question and seek out answers in front of your child.
ART CART at lunchtime!
Tuesday is our lunchtime ART CART day. Students are invited to participate in creative art projects and handicrafts during lunchtime. This is possible through the support of our parent volunteers. If you would like to volunteer for lunchtime on Tuesdays, please sign up using the link below.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050445AFAF28A2FB6-51251277-artcart
We would also love donations here is our wishlist for the art cart here.
The school provides the supplies, your support requires:
You are a level 1 cleared volunteer
You are willing to safely supervise students with proper use of art tools and materials
Enthusiasm for working with children
Enjoyment with crafts and art
Please do not forget to send with your child every day:
- School materials including books, homework, projects, etc.
- Re-fillable water bottle ( We have several refilling stations on campus)
- A morning snack
- Lunch is available to all students free of charge. You may also pack a lunch form home.
- Sunscreen (put on prior to arriving at school)
- Hat
- Layers of clothing (sweatshirt, windbreaker, etc.) Keep an eye on the weather.
- A growth mindset for a successful day!
LUNCH MENU
Breakfast and lunch are free for all students! Make a plan with your child each week about the days they will be eating food prepared at school or bringing lunch from home.
The IB Mission Statement
The International Baccalaureate aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect. To this end the organization works with schools, governments and international organizations to develop challenging programmes of international education and rigorous assessment.These programmes encourage students across the world to become active, compassionate and lifelong learners who understand that other people, with their differences, can also be right.
Contact Us
Email: ldaruty@smmusd.org
Website: https://www.smmusd.org/rogers
Location: 2401 14th Street, Santa Monica, CA, 90406
Phone: 310-452-2364
Twitter: @WillRogersSTEM