The Halloween Parade is on Wednesday, October 31 at 1:15pm
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The Springer Buzz! |
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Our Mission At Springer Elementary School, we will provide a safe and supportive environment that engages, inspires, and nurtures all students’ emotional and academic needs in order to become empathetic, productive global citizens and lifelong learners. |
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In This Issue: October 26, 2018:
Quick Dates for your Calendar:
Release for all students is 2:40
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Principal’s Message |
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Dear Springer Families, Hard to believe it is almost the end of October! Remember our Halloween parade is next Wednesday, at 1:15. Please join us! A reminder that ALL students will be released at 2:40 that day. Students need to bring their costumes to school and change into them after lunch. Please have them bring a costume they can change into themselves. As always, please do not have them bring anything that is a weapon, has blood, or depicts violence. By the way, when you sort out your candy Halloween night, I like peanut M&Ms:) The staff has been reviewing our academic data, and I will share that with you at our next Principal's coffee. We have also made goals this year in the area of parent communication in regards to sharing what is and what does growth mindset and the workshop model look like for your child(ren). We have a schoolwide commitment to share this information and how you can support your child(ren) at home in the classroom newsletters/updates that are sent to you. Also, we have made a commitment to show you what this process looks like using graphics/pictures through the use of technology. We value you as our partners in providing only the best education for every child. Have a wonderful weekend, Robin Robinson |
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Mulan! |
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Come see our amazing Springer students perform in Mulan! November 2- 3, 6:00pm Loyola School 770 Berry Avenue, Los Altos See flyer for details. Go to SpringerMulan.Eventbrite.com to order tickets |
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Disco Fever! |
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Third Grade Auction Party Friday, November 9 6:00 - 8:00pm Springer Multi Dancing & Pizza $25--Please leave check in Auction Cubby in Office All proceeds support Springer PTA No siblings please Contact Barb Scanlon at barbscanlon[at]me.com with questions |
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Book Fair |
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November 13-16, 2018 8:00am - 3:30pm on Tues, Wed & Fri 8:00am -2:15pm on Thursday
Grand Opening TUESDAY, November 13th, 8:00 - 10:00am Bring your friends and come in for coffee, pastries and books!
Book Fair Family Night Thursday, November 15th, 5:00 - 7:30pm Join us for food trucks, fun and shopping! |
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The Walk-A-Thon Committee Thanks You! |
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Thank you to all our walkers, volunteers and sponsors for making this year's Walk-a-thon a success! A huge thank you to all of you that used PledgeStar to collect your pledges this year. That really helped save us time! Donors who made a pledge on PledgeStar have been sent an email with payment instructions. And all donors that made a pledge in PledgeStar will automatically receive a tax donation receipt once the payment is received. It’s not too late to make a donation if you did not make a pledge in PledgeStar! Donations may be sent to us via PayPal. Go towww.paypal.me/springerpta, and put Walkathon in the "Add a Note” section. Alternatively, you can mail a check (made out to the Springer PTA, with Walkathon in the memo line) to the school (ATTN: Walkathon) or drop it in the Walkathon cubby in the office. If you did not use PledgeStar, the PTA's Financial Secretary will send a tax receipt for donations over $250. For donations under $250, the canceled check may be used as a donation receipt. |
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Help Wanted! |
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PTA needs committee leads for:
Not up for being the go-to person, no worries. These programs need additional help:
Please email: president@springerpta.net if you are interested in any of the positions. Rachel can give you a high-level overview of what the job entails and then introduce you to the appropriate team. Watch this space as we identify other areas that have a need. |
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Walden West--Mature Volunteers Needed |
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Walden West Volunteers Needed! What: Volunteer Cabin Leaders When: May 13 - 17, 2019 Who: High School/College Students How: send students towww.waldenwest.org/volunteer to apply Why: Support the 6th grade students at Springer Elementary School
This is the first year Walden West is asking us to provide our own volunteer cabin leaders for our 6th graders, the week of May 13, 2019. Walden West supports high school student’s academic engagement, builds their leadership skills and adds to their portfolios for future career/college. Students earn up to 100 hours of service learning serving as cabin leaders and enrich their current science knowledge in our field classes. Training and support is provided throughout the week. |
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LAEF |
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We’ve raised $2 million, but still need another $1.5 million to fully fund this school year. If you’ve made a pledge during our Phonathon, or have yet to donate, visit www.laefonline.org/donate, or text your donation to LAEF at 50155. The suggested amount is $1,200 per student or $120/month. Donations of any amount are greatly appreciated.
Did you know that the Art Docent program has recently developed new engaging projects that integrate more fully with classroom learning and STEM activities? Your contributions to LAEF help fund excellent art lessons for every grade level.
Watch this 2-minute video to find out exactly what LAEF is supporting at your child’s school this year.
Learn more about why our local public schools need your financial support. |
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Parent Education Opportunities |
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The MVLA Parent Education Speaker Series is excited to announce our speaker line-up for the 2018-2019 school year. Six nationally and internationally recognized experts will join us to discuss a wide range of topics including – navigating today’s college search process and financial aid options; exploring the crucial impact of sleep on the wellness and success of children and teens; raising resilient kids in a stressful world; fostering increased well-being; engaging the power of self-compassion; and optimizing the college experience to prepare young adults for the jobs of tomorrow.
Please visit the MVLA Parent Education Speaker Series website for more detailed information and registration for each event. MVLA Parent Education Speaker Series events are free, thanks to the generosity of our sponsors – the PTA, LAEF, and MVLA High School Foundation. |
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How Submit an Article to the Springer Buzz |
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