December 15, 2024

As we enter our final week before the holiday break, we’re filled with excitement for the celebrations and activities planned across campus! Alongside the fun, we’ll also focus on completing our Middle of the Year (MOY) assessments. This important data will guide our next steps for student learning, which we’ll discuss in-depth during our January 6th Staff Professional Development day.

Last week, we had a special (and mischievous) visitor—none other than the Grinch! From hallway antics to “fires” on the second floor (thankfully just some burned food), the Grinch certainly kept everyone on their toes. Students and staff alike embraced the challenge of uncovering the Grinch’s true identity, turning the day into an incredible learning adventure. Watching students apply higher-order thinking skills, analyze evidence, and work collaboratively was inspiring. It’s moments like these that remind us how learning can be both meaningful and fun!

As we prepare for a well-earned break, let’s make this last week of the semester a great one. I’m so proud of all that we’ve accomplished together so far and can’t wait to see what the second semester brings.

Time is flying by, but we’re making every moment count!

-Principal Carter

A special thank you to Tara Bradley and team for the AMAZING work they have done in our hallways. If you have not gotten a chance to get a magically musical photo opt yet, be sure to the next time your on campus. Thank you to the PTO for sponsoring this project. (We will have them back soon 😊)

Angel tree is a program run by YMCA to help provide gifts and support to families and children in need during the holiday season. The program typically involves community member selecting an "angel" from a tree set up at YMCA locations or other participating venues. Each angel represents a child or family in need, with specific gift requests or wishes attached.

Participants can choose an angel and then purchases the requested items or make a donation. These gifts are collected and distributed by the YMCA to ensure that they reach the families and children who need them most. The goal of Angel Tree is to spread holiday cheer and provide support to those who might otherwise go without during the festive season. it's a way for individuals and families to give back to their communities make positive impact on others' lives.

Let us keep our homeless neighbors warm this holiday season. Socks will be distributed to The Beacon and Star of Hope Mission. We will be collecting new socks of all sizes (children and adult).

December 1st - December 31st.

Drop off donations in the main vestibule area.

December 16th

Wear Blue & White

December 17th

Birthday Alert!!! Steven Haff (Piano Teacher)

Candy Cane Day: Wear Red & White

December 18th

Wear Ugly Sweaters

December 19th

Wear All White

Grade Level Holiday Celebrations:

Kinder: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

2nd Grade: 12:15 PM - 1:15 PM

3rd Grade: 12:20 PM - 1:20 PM

December 20th

Wear Pajamas (School Appropriate)

Grade Level Holiday Celebrations:

PreK: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

1st Grade: 12:45 PM – 1:45 PM

4th Grade: 12:45 PM - 1:45 PM

5th Grade: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

December 21st

Birthday Alert!!! Maya White (2nd Grade Teacher)

December 24th

Birthday Alert!!! Marc Rosenburg (Guitar Teacher)

January 6th

Birthday Alert!!! Cinthia Martinez (Administrative Assistant)

NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS - Staff Professional Development Day