This week Robbie Livingston was Caught Being Good.
Come to the office Robbie to collect your prize! Who will be caught next?
From the Principal:
This week began a series of public forums with Superintendent Steve Enoch regarding the state education budget. The state's financial crisis has and will impact our district and it is important that the community provide needed input in how to best allocate our limited funding. On Tuesday, January 20 you are invited to a forum at the Monte Vista High School library beginning at 6:30pm. I will be there along with many district personnel to hear the superintendent's presentation. There will be time for you to contribute your thoughts and I'd like to encourage all of you to attend.
As most of you know last week I announced my decision to end the 6th grade Yosemite trip after this year. I want to thank you for your responses and support as it was a hard decision but one I feel to be best for all concerned.
I feel compelled to make another appeal to you regarding cell phones. Many students received phones as a holiday gift resulting in a large increase in cell phone usage during class. Text messaging is rampant and has resulted in student detentions, phone confiscations, and zeros on tests. If you require your student to bring a cell phone to school please have a conversation with them about the appropriate use of the phone. Perhaps consider disabling their texting abilities. In my experience the texts that are sent between students are rarely of an important nature and when this texting occurs during class it's completely inappropriate and distracting to the learning environment.
I want to thank you as parents for the vital role you play as educator in your child's life. We couldn't do our work at Los Cerros without your support at home. Whether it's your homework assistance, family dinner conversations about school, or educational vacation trips, home life is full of teachable moments that enhance your child's growth. Next week there are two important events that will be focused on at school. The juxtaposition of Martin Luther King's birthday and the inauguration of Barack Obama as the first African-American President is a moment of history that will be memorable for all. As you enjoy the three day weekend perhaps take a minute to remember the day as more than a day off and instead as the birthday of a prominent American who made Obama's election possible.
Phyllis Roach
Principal
LEADERSHIP CORNER- announcements
- The Semester ends January 23!
- If you have any questions about your 2nd semester electives, please come and see Ms. Schubb or Ms. Williamson who will do their best to give you your 1st choice.
- If you are a T.A. right now, please make sure you see Ms. Schubb or Ms. Williamson.
- Long sleeve PE shirts are on sale for only $10. Get one before they’re all gone and stay warm during PE.
- We will be having a spirit week next week.
Tuesday is high school colors day.
Wednesday is Disney day.
Thursday superhero day, and
Friday is optional and no points are given. The themes are 60’s day for the sixth graders, 70’s for the seventh graders, and 80’s for the eighth graders.
- This is your last chance to earn homeroom points so participate in the spirit week! The class with the most points after the 23rd wins the pizza party.
- No school next Monday for Martin Luther King Jr. birthday.
- Friday, January 16th- Girls only can come and learn more about "She's All That"- a girls-only full day of workshops and girl power! It's like a big slumber party!! Come to room 4 during your lunch, or see Ms. Schubb for more information.
- Annalise: i like your shirt and necklace!
WORDS OF WISDOM: “If you want to change the world, start with yourself.”
BRAINQUEST: Name the four teams left in the NFL playoffs.
CHECKMATE FOR TUDOR MUNTEAN!
Tudor, a Los Cerros 6th grader, became Chess State Champion in December at the CalChess State Grade Level Championship held in Stockton. Tudor is also on the Top 100 List Nationwide of ranked chess players published in October 2008. Congratulations Tudor!
LACROSSE:
Monte Vista Girls Lacrosse Clinic for girls in grades 3rd through 8th. Morning or afternoon clinics are to be held on February 28, 2009 at MonteVistaHigh School. The clinics are to be run by the Monte Vista Girls Lacrosse Teams and all proceeds benefit the teams. For information and to register contact mustangwlax@yahoo.com .
CJSF NEWS:
Meeting Tuesday February 10th at 2:35pm in the MPR- 7th and 8th grade students only. At the meeting the CJSF program will be explained; membership, requirements, volunteer hours. Applications and other handouts will be distributed. CJSF (California Junior Scholarship Federation) is a national organization honoring students with high academic grades and good citizenship. Membership is open to second semester 7th graders and first and second semester 8th graders. Membership is by application only and is affiliated with CSF, the High School level.
LIBRARY VOLUNTEERS
Support our readers and consider helping prep the library for class visits and student use. We especially need extra hands during our lunch periods and morning student drop offs. From prepping new books, checking out books to students and some shelving- you won't be bored! If you are interested please contact Mary Nash at mary.nash@comcast.net.
LOST AND STILL LOST
Cell phones, jewelry, and sometimes money have been turned in to the office lost and found drawer. To claim those items please stop by the office and describe the items.
PTA NEWS
The next meeting is Thursday, January 22nd when officer Sally comes to discuss internet safety and online predators with us. Please plan on attending.
Jennifer Walsh, PTA President
JUNIOR SOLAR SPRINT CHALLENGE
This competition takes scout car races to another level. 6-8th grade students team up to design, construct and race their own solar paneled racecars. The $25 kit includes a standard solar cell and motor and the possibilities of car design are virtually unlimited. The event is on Saturday April 25th at the Berkeley Lawrence Hall of Science. Please contact Elaine Tu, the event coordinator, at berkeleyjssc09@gmail.com for more information.
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