 Happy New Year! I hope everyone had a great holiday. We had a very low key 2 weeks in the Tanaka household. It was a welcome change from all the running around that we usually do.
The lead up to the holidays was especially busy because I have three kids in three different schools and in three distinctively different stages of their lives (a preschooler, a 5th grader and a 7th grader). Although we are always busy, the month of December was especially full of sporting events, concerts and parties.
With so much going on there were many opportunities for me to fail and to feel like a loser mom. Unfortunately the child that I failed most during this busy time was my youngest Max.
Although I have many responsibilities at Fremont, after so many years being here and the fact that I am so involved, I felt the pressure of the responsibility but I didn't feel overwhelmed. My 7th grader attends Rogers and participates in many extra curricular activities. Although it was a crazy time, she takes on much of the responsibility and will remind me of her game, meeting, concert ect. Additionally this is her 2nd year in middle school so I was familiar with the routine.
Max attends a wonderful preschool that is just about the happiest place in Long Beach. This is his first year there so we are not yet familiar with all the activities and traditions. Not only do they have wonderful activities for the kids at the holidays but they communicate the nature, requirements and schedule of those events very effectively. Unfortunately one would actually have to read those communications and absorb the content to be able to be an effective participant. Although we participated in most of the activities, I felt that I was always in crisis mode and did not know what was going on. In other words I felt like a loser mom.
This is common for people who are new to a school and / or who are very busy and are not involved in the planning of activities. This is how I felt as a new parent at Fremont and this is probably how many of you feel about being at Fremont right now.
Fremont is a wonderful school but a demanding one. We have so many activities. We are always asking for money, volunteer hours, to come to events, to donate food, to work in the classroom and to come to meetings. It can be overwhelming to keep track of the calendar much less all the other information that is coming to you from the school and the PTA.
My New Years Resolution as PTA president is to be more aware of that. I can not promise you that we will stop asking for things, but we will try to be more effective with our communication. Additionally please feel free to email, call or approach me (that's why I included my picture this month), another board member or your room parent with any question.
If you forget an event or to make a donation or attend a meeting, just know that we all contribute in different ways and it would be impossible to do everything. The fact that we are involved at all and that we are all trying our best proves that we are not loser parents.
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 Happy New Year to all! I hope that the vacation break has been a refreshing one filled with special moments with family and friends. A thank you goes out to our vocal music teacher Mrs. Vinnard for a most enjoyable Choral Winter Concert that helped those in attendance get into the spirit of the season. We look forward with anticipation to the wonderful accomplishments that our Fremont students will show the rest of the year. Continue collaborating and communicating with the classroom teacher to provide the support for your child as was discussed at your parent/teacher conference last November. The second trimester will end on March 17 and progress report cards will be sent home at the end of March. We very much appreciate our continued partnership in working with you and your child as we launch into 2010. Welcome back and all the best to each of you for a prosperous new year.
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It's hard to believe
but the drama club's
production of Alice in Wonderland Jr. is at the end of the month! The show will be at Wilson High School on Saturday, January 30 with showtimes at 2:30 pm and 5:00 pm. Tickets will go on sale very soon, so keep an eye out. Be sure to buy early, as tickets sell fast!
Show Program Sponsorship
Would you like an inexpensive way to promote your business? Want a creative way to wish a performer good luck? Why not buy ad space in our Alice in Wonderland Jr. show program?
Not only would it be a great way to promote your business to the hundreds of people who attend our performances, but it would be a wonderful keepsake for the Drama Club Performer in your life.
The program measures 5½ x 8½ inches with ad sizes available as follows:
- Half Page (4½" x 3¾") for $50
- Quarter Page ( 2¼" x 3¾" or 4½" x 1⅞") for $25
- Eighth page (2¼" x 1⅞") for $15
You can design your own or provide information for us to create an ad for you. The deadline for submitting ads and payments is January 15th. Ads can be ordered online at FremontDramaClub.com or simply complete the sponsorship order form and send it along with your artwork/instructions and payment to Fremont PTA. |
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Painting Workshop This Weekend!
Here's a fun way for you to be
a part of the upcoming
Fremont Drama Club production!
Help us paint the sets and
props for the show!
Date: Saturday, January 9th
(and the 16th if necessary!)
Location: Fremont
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The SOS committee is seeking enthusiastic Fremont parents to help with SOS planning. There will be a meeting on Tuesday, January 12 at 6:00 pm in the library prior to the general PTA meeting. Please come! For more information, contact Kelly Sullivan at 810-0737 (cell) or KSullivan211@verizon.net. |
| Fremont Day at the Movies |
Sunday, Jan 10th
Doors Open 11:00
Show Starts 11:30
Art Theater
2025 E. 4th St
Long Beach
Come see The Empire Strikes Back
on the big screen!!!
Dress as your favorite character
but leave the light saber at home.
Suggested Donation:
$8 Kids (under 12)
$10 Adults
$20 Family(parents, all kids
from one family)
Hurry, seating is limited.
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 Would you like to have delicious, fresh, organic produce delivered to you right here at Fremont?
Tanaka Farms can provide that for you!
You can order for just your family or split the cost and share with friends!
Fremont will be starting a new delivery cycle on Monday, January 25. You have these options:
a 3-week cycle or a 6-week cycle.
Due to an increase in their production and delivery costs, Tanaka Farms has had to raise their prices. The new cost will be $30 a week.
That comes to:
$90 for a 3-week cycle
$180 for a 6-week cycle
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2010 Season Registration
 Online Registration is currently under way ...
Register now for the 2010 Season by hitting the ball on the LBLL website homepage and following the instructions given. If you are a returning member to LBLL, make sure you use the same sign-in information (email address) as last year and register your child ASAP. Sign up early is to get on the e-mail list for league updates. www.lbll.org
Important Upcoming Events
Saturday, January 9
*Noon -3:00pm Onsite Registration (Stearns Park)
Saturday, January 16-Sunday, January 17
*Tryouts (check website for more info)
Saturday, January 23-Sunday, January 24
*Make-Up Tryouts (check website for more
info)
Friday, January 29-Saturday, January 30
*DRAFT
*Friday...Majors Draft
*Saturday...Minor A & Minor B Draft
*Farm & T-Ball during the week
Saturday, February 27
*OPENING DAY!!! |
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John C. Fremont
Elementary
4000 E. 4th St.
Long Beach, CA 90814
562-439-6873
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Questions?
Comments?
Suggestions?
Contact:
Jennifer Scharnikow
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January Calendar
school re-opens
Jan. 10...
Fremont Movie Day
Jan. 12...
SOS meeting
6:00 pm in library
Jan. 12...
PTA Meeting
7:00 pm in library
Jan. 18...
Fremont closed
MLK holiday
Jan. 25...
first Tananka Farm delivery
Jan. 30...
Drama Show!
Alice in Wonderland |
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DON'T FORGET!!!
The next PTA meeting will be Tuesday, Jan. 12.
7:00 pm
in the Library.
Free child care will be available in the
Kids Club bungalow.
*Donations are accepted* |
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A big thank you to the ADD Improv group and Fremont PTA Alumni Tracy Ashton Gordon for their generous donation of $100 to the PTA. In December many of us attended their hilarious show at DiPiazza and had a wonderful evening. The donation is a portion of the proceeds from the evening. |
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Are you cleaning out closets after the holidays??
Do you have any old school uniform pieces that are in decent shape?
Just bring them over to Fremont and put them
in the labeled box
in the "lobby"
(room near office).
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Fremont Community Partners
Check this list out first before you go looking for products and/or services. These folks give back to Fremont with every purchase!
Agilis Fitness: Isaac Chenevey provides an array of fitness training options including: Personal training, Boot Camps & Wellness Training. Go to his website for more in-depth information atwww.agilisfitness.com. Sign up to shape up with Isaac and he'll give back 5%. 562-537-4013 or izak@agilisfitness.com
Artistic Edge Art & Framing: Kristina Suhr will beautifully frame anything from photos to fabric and give 10% back to Fremont. Her prices are very competitive and her work is amazing. 2105 E. 4th St: 433-5169 kris_suhr@yahoo.com
Art Smart Studio for Kids: Fremont mom, Carola Whitlow, provides high-quality art classes for children and adults alike. 10% of all Fremont-generated registrations will come back to the school.
3823 E. 7th St: 439-4777
Athletics West Training: Fit Fremont Dad, Chuck Sobol, will whip you into shape with his personal training techniques. Want to work in a group? He can help AND help the school: 547-6059
Back In Line Chiropractic: Discover what other Fremont parents have found: quality chiropractic service for your whole family! 100% of the first office visit ($50) goes to Fremont. Call Dr. Rochelle Neally at: 987-5507 or
stop by 3645 4th St.
Bare Skin Spa: Visit this comfy day spa at 341 Redondo near 4th St. and leave your cares behind you. Plus 10% goes to Fremont! Call Christine McDowell for an appointment:
438-7885
BC School Outfitters: Dress your student in quality uniforms at competitive prices year 'round! Beth Cicero has the latest in school uniforms. Every Fremont purchase returns 10% to the school.
Beth Ciceri www.bcchooloutfitters.us
Please enter "Fremont" into the Special Instructions section
of the order form so we
can receive the credit.
Beauty by the Beach: Elizabeth Ramos is making Long Beach beautiful, one client at a time! Visit her salon for an array of services at 2234 E. Broadway, Long Beach and she will give Fremont 10% back! Call Elizabeth at: 434-5990
Burr Photography: Commercial photographer Michael Burr knows how to capture that perfect photo! Now, he is offering his services to the public! With an extensive clientele and portfolio, you'll be thrilled with your photos! 10% comes back to Fremont. Contact Michael at: 562-439-5753
Cindi Rogan - Century 21 Beachside: Fremont mom, Cindi Rogan is committed to helping you realize your real estate goals! She's been recipient of countless awards for sales quality and service. $1,000 comes back to Fremont when you buy/sell a home, contact her at: 562-260-8395
Clements Chiropractic: Align your back, massage your muscles, or strengthen your spines with these fine family specialists. Mention Fremont for 5% back to the school: 3720 Anaheim: 986-2865
Domino's Pizza (Belmont Heights): The name says it all - anytime is a great time for pizza and Domino's on Redondo in Belmont Heights has the best! Be on the lookout for special "pizza nights" where all orders will give Fremont a 20% return! If you can't wait till then, call them tonight ... your tummy will thank you! David Khazan
393 Redondo Ave, 90814 at:
562-434-9971
ENEKE: Is your child struggling?Get them the help they need!ENEKE offers online tutoring services for grade school age kids! Need help with Math, Reading and Writing skills? Contact Fremont parent Reggie Akpata at 562-397-1444 for further information.
10% goes back to Fremont!
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JMB Builders: Residential Custom Home Builder & Fremont Dad, Jay Caffey has done several home remodels for Fremont families, so you don't have to go far to view his work. Want to build your dream home from scratch or freshen up your current humble abode,
call Jay at: 562-987-9663
Kimberley's Catering: Don't have time to get a nutritious dinner on the table? Fremont mom Kimberley Foley is here the help! She can cook up a weeks worth of meals for you to freeze and serve in minutes! Plus 10% goes back to Fremont! Call her at (562) 234-8400 or
kimberleyspcs@msn.com
Metal Muses: Artistic mom, Cathleen Yampolsky, donates 10% of Fremont generated jewelry & accessories sales to the school.
Call her at: 310-2757
Once Upon a Story Bookstore: This phenomenal on-line children's bookstore donates 10% of your purchase to Fremont. Check out
the amazing selection at
or for additional help, call
Cindie Kalina at (562) 673-5777
Primal Alchemy Catering: Call Chef Paul and wife Dana Buchanan for your next party. They will cater a feast using natural ingredients and seasonal specialties. Your guests will be amazed! Fremont gets 5% from every Fremont referral:
400- 5659
Ruiz Family Quality Daycare: Fremont mom, Doris Ruiz, will donate 10% of all daycare contracts from Fremont parents. Looking for quality all-day or after-school care?
Call Doris at: 434-5117
"S Team" Real Estate (A Re/Max College Park Agency): Agent Sheila Pope will donate 10% of her commission on every sale, purchase and referral from Fremont. These generous friends also underwrite our "Meet the Masters"
art program every year.
Need a place to call "home"?
Call the "S" Team! 577-5118
Thrift & Vintage/Cystic Fibrosis Shop: All profits fund Cystic Fibrosis research, but this shop of wonders supports Fremont by essentially being our PTA closet:
433-0493 located at 4003 4th St.
Viento y Agua Café: Remember to visit this unique coffee and art house and mention Fremont as you order your coffee or tea and enjoy the local art on display. 10% of all Fremont sales back to the school. 4007 E. 4th St: 434-1182
The Wireless Group: Get all your communication service needs taken care of! Fremont Dad, Alan Brawer can connect you to Verizon FIOS, Direct TV and Sprint Wireless. All Fremont referrals will generate $20 back to the school!
4147 Norse Way, Long Beach:
938-8005
Xump.com: Is a popular online science store with fun and cutting-edge toys, games and gadgets. Xump.com has new and innovative ways to expand interest in science to children of all ages. When ordering on line - make sure to put "FREMONT PTA" in the comments box on the online shopping cart during check out! 10% of all sales go back to Fremont!
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