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- 19 February at 7pm: Eighth Grade Parent Night in the Library
- 26 February at 9am: PTA Meeting in the Staff Lounge
- 3 March: STAR write for 7th graders
- 5 March at 2:35pm: Panther Pride Meeting in room 21
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This week Noah Kouchekinia was Caught Being Good!
Please come by the office to pick up your prize. Will you be caught next?
Congrats to Nick Eidler who won the annual Los Cerros Spelling Bee.
Good luck at the County Spelling Bee. Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious!
From the Principal:
On Wednesday I was fortunate enough to travel to Sacramento with PTA members for their annual Advocacy Day. The timing of the conference couldn’t have been more interesting. The legislators were in budget lock down and so our guest speakers were literally receiving minute by minute updates about an impending resolution. The development of this budget and its long term impact on education was explained in great detail. While there was little uplifting news it was still good to receive such a solid analysis of the situation. At 4am this morning the senate signed the bill much to everyone's great relief. What this means for SRVUSD is budget planning may now proceed with real numbers versus the theoretical. The budget is greatly reduced and will have real consequences for SRVUSD and Los Cerros.
There will be many times in the coming weeks where you will be asked to contribute in some way to the financial health of Los Cerros. At that time I hope you'll give to the best of your ability and if not in dollars then in time and energy. Our community has proven its commitment to high level education through Boosters, PTA, parcel tax, and your donations. Thank you for all of your past, present, and future support of Los Cerros. In turn we are committed to the best education possible for your child.
Phyllis Roach
Principal
LEADERSHIP CORNER
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This Friday, February 20th is Jersey Day.
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8th graders ONLY: Remind your parents that tonight is for parents only (no students) to learn more about high school. 7pm in the library.
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Upcoming in March is the Pennies for Patients drive. Be ready to donate.
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Brainquest: Which was the top selling movie over the weekend? A) Mall Cop B) Confessions of a Shopohalic C) He’s Just Not That in to You D) Coraline
The Los Cerros Drama Club presents
The Aliens Are Coming, The Aliens Are Coming
a comedy by Tim Kelly
March 25, 26--7PM in the LC Theater (MP)
Tickets will be sold at lunch beginning March 23, $3
Tickets at the door, $5
7th Grade STAR Write - Parents and students, the California State STAR Write for all 7th graders will take place in their Core class on Tuesday, March 3rd. This is the only day the STAR Write will be given across the state, and the only make-up day will be March 4th. Please have students make an effort to be rested for school that day and to arrive to school on time. If you have any questions regarding the STAR Write, please contact Mike Cannon at mcannon@srvusd.net or 552-3464. Thank you for your help.
Special Olympics at Los Cerros - The Northern California Special Olympics basketball event is going to be held in the Los Cerros gym on Friday, March 13th from 9 am - 2 pm. Athletes are practicing currently on the Los Cerros campus on Tuesdays to prepare for this event. There will be athletes from all over the area on March 13th and possible news media to cover the event. Students will see highlights and interviews of the participants and coordinators on our LCNN news network, and some PE classes will be helping with the Special Olympics events.
PTA MEETING
Come to the February 26th PTA meeting at 9:00 am in the teacher's lounge. We will speak about the state budget and what changes will take place at Los Cerros to deal with the shortfall. If you have other topics you would like to discuss, please email me at jenniferwalsh@comcast.net. The upcoming parcel tax will also be on the agenda. It’s important that parents hear and understand what the ballot Measure is and how it is different from previous ballot measures. The PTA meetings provide a good opportunity to be informed and enjoy other parents in a casual setting.
8th Grade Promotion Party - June 6th, 2009
Sounds a long way off, doesn't it? But it will be here sooner than we think AND there's plenty to do before the event to make sure it's the best it can be for our students. So, first things first!
- Please make a note of the date on your 2009 calendar - Friday, June 6th from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Los Cerros. Of course, it's a long time since registration when you may - or may not! - have signed up and paid for your 8th grader to attend the party!
- If you aren't sure what you did back in August (who is?!), contact the Party Chair, Lynelle Boorey, at dorisboo@aol.com, and she will check the list!
- Next, please consider getting involved now or closer to the time, when many
hands will certainly help to make light work! E-mail our Volunteer
Coordinator, Benita Smiley, at bhsmiley@comcast.net.
- Volunteers are needed to help with invitations, games, decorations, food, the photo booth, set-up and clean-up and, of course, just being there on the night itself. And, if you have a special talent or a supply of things that we might be able to use, then we definitely want to hear from you!
- It is customary to extend an invitation to all 6th and 7th grade parents to help too, especially at the party, though few take the opportunity! We truly would love to have you there and would encourage you to get involved. It's your chance to see what the party is all about ready for when your students are in 8th grade (and believe me that seems to come around sooner than you think!). Please get in touch with Benita or Lynelle for more information or to let us know when you can help!
Many thanks to you all!
SRV T-Birds Football & Cheer Season is here!
Go to www.SRVTBirds.com for information on registration dates and times. March 7, 29 & April 19 will be at Monte Vista High parking lot and May 14 & June 2 will be at the Oak Hill Park Community Center on Stone Valley.
BandWorks Rock n’ Roll Summer Camp in San Ramon!
For kids ages 8-16, BandWorks Summer Camp is open to young beginners through advanced, older teen players. Professional musician-instructors create a fun and supportive environment while they teach kids the skills they need to play in a rock band-and make new friends in the process. The week-long Summer Day Camps offer a variety of classes throughout the summer, and by the end of the week, students are rocking out in a live performance at San Ramon Community Center. Camps are available in Morning and Afternoon sessions, with free lunch supervision for kids who sign up for both sessions. For more info about BandWorks Summer Camp, please contact them at 510-843-BAND(2263), or visit website:http://www.bandworks.com
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Sign ups and information for boys basketball will be taking place during lunches Thursday-Monday. Practices for all boys teams will be Tuesday, February 24th - Thursday, February 26th from 2:30 - 3:30 in the gym. If you have any questions concerning boys basketball, please contact Mike Cannon at mcannon@srvusd.net or 552-3464.
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We in the counseling department at Los Cerros are acutely aware of the effect our current economy is having on family life. Please let us know if your child is experiencing any transitions that could affect him/her at school. We are here to help, and all information is kept strictly confidential.
8th grade parents – Please take a moment and complete this brief, 15 question survey. http://apps.srvusd.net/survey/TakeSurvey.asp?SurveyID=580
Academic
The 2009-2010 SRVUSD Middle School Course Catalog is now online. Current 6th and 7th graders will NOT get a hard copy. If you are unable to access the catalog, please have your student come in and see me.
http://www.srvusd.net/ourpages/auto/2009/2/9/53904823/ms_course_catalog.pdf?rn=6650446
If your student received a D or an F 1st semester, summer school will be at Iron Horse Middle School 6/19-7/17/09 so that you can adjust your summer schedules.
We are continuing the 7th & 8th grade students' "blue folder" meetings through the next 2 weeks. Please check Ms. Schubb's website on school loop for specific dates/classes. These meetings are intended to involve your student in their academic success by reviewing academic records (i.e. STAR tests, transcripts etc) and helping them move towards high school and beyond.
8th grade parents.
Our 8th grade parent night will be coming up in February 19th at 7pm in the library. You will be receiving a survey in advance. The evening consists of some tips to prepare your 8th grader for high school, as well as an interactive panel of high school counselor, middle school counselor, high school teacher, middle school teacher and several current MV students. Rsvp nschubb@srvusd.net.
Scheduling dates
Freshman Parent Information/Registration nights: Currently the district is not allowing open enrollment transfers to other high schools, unless a sibling is currently enrolled.
- Monte Vista, 7pm in the theatre: Monday – 3/16 (A-G), Tuesday – 3/17 (H-N), Wednesday – 3/18 (O-Z)
- Cal High March 9th, 10th,11th & 12th – 8th Grade Parent Night Registration meetings, 7pm in the commons: March 9th Initials: A – CHE, March 11th Initials: K – PE, March 10th Initials: CHI – JU, March 12th Initials: PF – Z
- SRHVS 3/10 & 11 7-9pm in the Performing Arts Center and Commons – alpha TBD
Incoming 6th- Parent Night 4/23/09, 7pm in the Los Cerros MPR. 6pm for Special Education
Current 6th – I will explain all elective options on 3/13 during the wheel. Course selection sheets with parent signature will be due back to the wheel teacher on 3/20.
Current 7th – I will remind all 7th graders about the elective selection process on 3/18 & 3/19 during science. Course selection sheets with parent signature will be due back to the science teacher on 3/27.
Students will be asked for 6 choices in order of priority, and 8th graders will be given priority. Please also note that if your student signs up for a yearlong elective, they will be expected to uphold that commitment. We ask for your support of the counseling department staff in understanding we will do our very best to assure your student is scheduled for their top choice(s), but elective availability is subject to funding, physical space and scheduling complexities.
Personal/social
15TH Annual Youth to Youth Middle School Conference 100% NATURAL.....100% YOU....ADD NOTHING!!! March 14, 2009 at Gale Ranch Middle School. This is an amazing, really fun day and an opportunity for young teens to spend with high school leaders who believe in the strength of being drug, alcohol and tobacco free. But this conference is about so much more than drug and alcohol prevention. It’s about leadership, self-confidence and empowering young people to make positive choices that impact their future. Sponsored by the San Ramon Valley Community Against Substance Abuse Registration forms can be found in the school office or downloaded at www.srvcasa.org
Career
“Cool Nights” (College Opportunity; Opportunities for Life”) is coming soon. The evening will give middle school students and their parents information about transition to high school and opportunities for college and careers. Wednesday, March 4th 6:30-8:30pm, Alhambra High School, Martinez. For more information email Liz Rusk erusk@cccoe.k12.ca.us.
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Author of the Prophecy Keepers, Melaine Bryant, a former Danville resident and Monte Vista graduate, visited our school on February 25th. She provided inspiration to student writers and insight into the world of a writer. Only a few signed copies remain at $14.00, send a check to Empyrean Hill Publishers or cash to Mrs. Davis in the library. Questions to ddavis@srvusd.net.
Now available to students 24/7 are Maps 101 and Brainpop in Ed1stop.com, Get some answers from Moby or find an interactive map. It is easy and fun User Name: lcms_stu Password: panthers |
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IT’S TIME TO REGISTER FOR THE PARENTING CONFERENCE “PARENTING 2009 AND BEYOND…”
The San Ramon Valley Council of PTAs presents its annual parenting conference on Saturday, February 28 at Dougherty Valley High School from 8:45am to 2:30pm (check-in begins at 7:45am). This year’s keynote speaker is Dr. Howard Glasser, creator of The Nurtured Heart Approach to Parenting. Following the keynote, you’ll attend a morning and an afternoon small group seminar of your choice, focusing on current parenting topics. Register early as this event sells out. For more information, view the conference flyer. Register for the conference online. Alternatively go to the San Ramon Valley Council PTA website, www.srvcouncilpta.org, for the flyer and registration links.
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