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President's Message
The school year is well underway, and the PTA hit the ground running with programs and activities! A few particular volunteers are to be recognized for sharing their talents with our community during September. A warm thank you to Tanya Williams for her work on the Fall Social, again. What a fun, relaxed evening of friends, food, and music it was! Also, Jean Newkirk hosted another successful Book Fair. We appreciate her efforts and those of the numerous volunteers involved. Spirit Wear and Tanaka Farms are off to a successful start through the tireless efforts of Dorothy Rosnick. Margarita Lynch's willingness to take on the tough task of the annual PTA Membership Drive is truly appreciated. Thank you to every volunteer at Fremont who has participated in getting the year off to a great start!
In the month of October, the pace of activity will continue to pick up. Home Reading Club and Meet the Masters will begin, while the Drama Club and Chess Club will be charging ahead. The cafeteria will debut a salad bar for our kids; the first in the district! Student Picture Day, the annual Blood Drive, and New Family PTA Orientation will all take place on October 7. Our largest PTA fundraiser of the year, the Jog-a-thon, will take place on the 19th. The 4th grade will participate in the nutritional program, Days of Taste, and the entire student body will be invited to march in the annual Halloween Parade. Also, the PTA Directory, a very helpful resource, complete with the annual school calendar, staff and room parent registry, and contact information for all PTA Board Members and Program/Event Chair People will be released in the next week or so.
Of great importance this month is the conclusion of our annual PTA Membership Drive on October 6th. For just $10, you may show your support for all of the programs/events funded by the PTA and your commitment to our kids' school experience. So far, 287 members have joined, bringing us to 66% of our goal of 100% participation. Joining is easy! Simply link to www.fremont-pta.organd follow the prompts for membership. If you join by the October 6th, your family will receive a Legoland buy-one-get-one-free ticket voucher. Newly offered incentive of a Free Dress Day will be given to the grade level with the most number of students participating. Help your child earn that reward!
In the last Falcon Flyer, I mentioned that Fremont's PTA was recently recognized by the Long Beach PTA Council for 100 years of service to the school. Seeking 100% PTA membership is one way we will celebrate that accomplishment. Also, throughout the year, historical facts about the PTA -from 1909 to now- will be included in the Falcon Flyer. There are some wonderful photos, news clippings, and memories to share! The picture below is of the original school building, which was destroyed during the devestating earthquake of 1933. What a beautiful structure it was! Keep reading in this Falcon Flyer for some more current PTA memories, shared by our most recent past PTA President, Susan Tanaka.
Should you have any questions, concerns or suggestions throughout the year, please contact me at president@fremont-pta.org.
Sincerely,
Michelle Anderson
2010-2011 PTA President
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 Principal's Message
Congratulations are in order. Each year the state releases accountability reports for our schools. The state's Academic Performance Index (API) is based on several standardized assessments during the school year. API scores range from 200 to 1,000 with 800 being a performance goal for schools. The school earns an API score each year showing its progress. With the efforts of our students, staff, parents, and our overall school community, Fremont Elementary has received an API of 953 for the 2009-2010 school year. Fremont has consistently been in the top few schools in the District, and for this past school year reached the number one position, a reason to celebrate. Thank you all for your support as we team together with Fremont families for the best for our students.
One of the reasons for our students' success is due to the work and focus of our wonderful PTA. The Fremont PTA is celebrating its 100th year, quite an accomplishment and heritage. I strongly encourage everyone to become part of this valuable organization. One simple yet important way where all can get involved is by becoming a PTA member. It's not too late. For just $10 you can show your support and become a member. Check in the school office for information or online at www.fremont-pta.org to join PTA.
Looking ahead, parent/teacher conferences will be held this year November 8-16. This is an opportunity to meet individually with your child's teacher to discuss progress to that point and share expectations for the remainder of the school year. Please plan to attend a November conference as we continue to collaborate with you in supporting your child. |
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PTA Membership
Have You Joined the PTA Yet?
Currently 287 members have joined.
That's 66%!
There's still time to meet our goal of 100% participation, in celebration of Fremont PTA's over 100 years of service to the school!
It's simple to join. Go to www.fremont-pta.org and complete your membership online through PayPal or send it in to class in the envelope that came home. For just $10, you can help support the many programs funded by the PTA and gain a greater say in your child's education. All members are entitled to vote at PTA meetings on issues realting to the school and our children.
Join by October 6 and receive a Legoland buy-one-get-one free ticket (one per family).
Extra Incentive: The Grade Level with the most number of students participating will earn a FREE DRESS DAY!
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PTA Orientation Meeting
Attention All Kindergarten & New Families to Fremont!
Please join us for the 3rd Annual
Kindergarten & New Family PTA Orientation...
an informal night of information gathering!
Thursday, October 7th
6:30 to 8 pm in the school library
Come learn more about all this wonderful school
has to offer your child & family!
Childcare will be provided for children 3 years old and up in Kids' Club bungalow for free,
although tips are welcome. Children younger than age 3 are welcome to stay with parent.
Contact Michelle Walker at
for more information.
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The Kinder Tree -
PTA History
Have you noticed the beautiful tree in the Kindergarten play ground? It is a podocarpus, and it is finally providing some much needed shade in that area of campus! I was pleasantly surprised to see our new crop of Kinders sitting underneath it and having their morning snack.
Six years ago when the class of 2010 was starting Kindergarten, this tree was planted by the PTA School Beautification committee, headed by PTA Alumni mom, Catherine Grace. At the time this was quite the accomplishment, because although many had been concerned about the lack of shade in that area for a few years, it was hard to come up with a cost- effective way to deal with the problem. The location of the playground and city and district regulations limited the options.
The PTA board at the time decided to implement a long-term solution by planting a young tree. They were able to secure a discount and free delivery from SY Nursery in Cerritos, and Catherine picked out the perfect tree. Almost all the people involved in ensuring the planting of the kinder tree are no longer at the school and their kids did not reap the benefits of the much needed shade, but their legacy lives on.
Kindergarteners: Ella Nakano, Max Tanaka, Jack McKay, Owen Walker & Jessica Sheridan
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Jog-A-Thon News!
The Jog-A-Thon is Tuesday, October 19th. Last year, more than 400 kids participated and raised $42,000...that's $95 per student! Way to go! Our fundraising goal this year is AGAIN $42,000. Sponsor envelopes and permission slips will come home in the backpacks on Oct. 5th. A signed permission slip on file is required to participate. The 1st class who turns in 100% of their permission slips will win a Popcorn Party!
We are off to a great start with our neighborhood Corporate Sponsors. Thank you to these local business for supporting Fremont students at the $500 level!
*Overseas Garage
*Age of Aquariums
*Studio One Eleven at
Perkowitz+Ruth Architects *Cindi Rogan - Century 21 Beachside *Wells Fargo Advisors *Greg Haeseler, VP Investments,
Wells Fargo Advisors *Iguana Kelley's *Jeannette Architects
*Dr. Mark Garlington, DDS
How can you help with the Jog-A-Thon?
Will you make it your goal to match last year's average mark of $95 per child? Help your child collect sponsorships from family, friends, neighbors, coworkers, Fremont alumni families, church members. Be creative, have a yard sale or lemonade stand.
For those who own businesses, ask your CPA's, attorneys, and suppliers to help educate and prepare the next generation for our future. Ask your boss or business owner to help out, too! Finally, what about your dentist, pediatrician, eye doctor, accountant, landlord, dry cleaner, etc.?
We appreciate your commitment to the students and our school programs, and wish you all the best as you try to raise at least $95 per scholar.
PLEASE come out and cheer on the students on October 19th! To volunteer, return the volunteer request form that contact our Volunteer Coordinator: Stephanie Pullman at pullmanphoto@charter.net.
Donate Incentive Prizes for the kids. Give our students something fun to run laps for! Contact Teresa Hamilton at tcham_92@msn.com.
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Reflections
The PTA Reflections Program is a non-mandatory competition in the arts designed to enhance, engage and encourage creative and quality arts in students. Since 1969, the national PTA program has recognized through their local PTA artistic endeavors of millions of students...
"Together We Can" is the theme for the 2010-2011 Reflections Program.
If you haven't already committed to a specific medium to express this theme- why not consider all? With such a universal theme, chances are you will be able to express it through more than one art form- photography, visual arts, musical composition, literature, dance choreography and film production. The possibilities are limited only by your imagination!
All entries are due Monday, November 1. A reception showcasing the entries along with an award ceremony will be held on Thursday, November, 4.
An informational workshop will be held for the students on Thursday, October 7, after school. FAQs will be discussed, as well as general assistance regarding their specific entries.
All entrants may find the general rules and applicable forms by going to the link below. Participants are advised to carefully read the rules and requirements for each category to be in compliance for judging at all levels.
If you have a theme for the 2012-2013 Reflections Program and would like to submit it to the California State PTA for consideration and a chance to win $100 if your theme is selected, the form is available by going to the link below. The theme entry must be submitted by mail and received by the State PTA Office by November 1, 2010.
We look forward to another amazing show of creative talent!
Reflections Information Packet
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Words of Appreciation from
the Science Laboratory
Thank you to all the families and community partners that make the Fremont Science Lab such a huge success! An especially big thank you goes out to Kurt Schneider, father of 4th grader Sydney Schneider in Mrs. Durazzo's class. Kurt was the leader of the first campaign to save the Science Lab when LBUSD funding was lost and has been generously supporting the lab ever since.
Just in the past two years, Kurt has donated several thousand dollars to help the Science Lab purchase valuable educational supplies. The life-size skeleton and human body torso with removable organs was a generous donation to the lab last year, as were the baking soda and vinegar rockets that students enjoyed launching during their unit study on space.
This year, Kurt provided funding that enabled the science lab to purchase a variety of hands-on science kits to further enrich and excite our students as they learn about rocks and minerals, electricity, magnetism, solar energy, motors and generators, fossils, dinosaurs, simple machines and forces of motion. If your child comes home excited about science, chances are they had the opportunity to use one of the many kits purchased from XUMP.com through the generous donations from Kurt Schneider.
Xump.com is also a community partner of Fremont, located in Signal Hill. Xump provides Fremont with sizeable discounts on our science purchases, as well as donates liberally to our science raffles during Family Science Night and the Fremont Science Fair. Keep your eyes open for flyers that come home, because Xump hosts really cool Family Science Saturdays at their Signal Hill location for free!
As you can see, our Science Lab is such a great success because of all the wonderful support it receives from our families and community partners. Our school's district and state science test scores prove how successful students can be with great teachers, families and a community supporting them! |
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Belmont Shore Art Walk
Announcing the Belmont Shore Art Walk &
Chalk Art Contest Event
Saturday, October 23, 2010
9am to 6pm
Belmont Shore Business Asso., C.A.T. & LB Local Schools present..
Take a Walk on the Art Side & Walk the Walk-See the Chalk... With Justin Rudd's Sidewalk Chalk Art Contest.
Chalk artists will showcase their use of chalk on the streets of Belmont Shore ...Transforming Sidewalks to Studios... with Artist demonstrations & art sale...Artistic Activities for the whole family including arts & crafts, face painting, ballooning and more. Live entertainment from our local middle & high school students located on the north side of Covina off 2nd St. 11am to 2pm
The Belmont Shore Business Association & , C.A.T. Invite Your Student to Participate in....
A YOUNG ARTIST ART CONTEST!
Attention all Young artists from Naples, Lowell, Fremont Elementary, Rogers Middle & Wilson High Schools...
Your artwork will be displayed in a Belmont Shore Business as part of the Belmont Shore Art Walk!
Prizes will be awarded by categories to each grade based upon originality, technique & composition.
Contest Criteria: All artwork must be original and must have been created by the student only. It may have been completed inside or outside of the school setting within the last year. Submissions must be on paper or canvas. Paper art must be matted or framed. All artwork must be dropped off in the Fremont library on Tuesday, October 12th between 2:15 and 3:15pm.
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Welcome to our new Computer Lab Teacher, Ms. Danio!
Look for our feature article about Ms. Danio in next month's
Falcon Flyer! |
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October Calendar |
October 1-
Home Reading Club Begins
October 5-
Jog-a-thon Kick-off Assembly
October 6-
PTA Membership Drive Ends
October 7-
Student Photos (free dress)
October 7-
Blood Drive (2 pm start time)
October 7-
Kindergarten &
New Family PTA Orientation Gathering
October 12-
PTA Meeting
(7:00 pm library)
October 19-
Jog-a-Thon
October 22-
Days of Taste
October 28-
Meet the Masters (Andy Warhol)
October 29-
Halloween Parade |
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PTA Meeting |
Come to the October PTA Meeting
Tuesday, Oct. 12
7pm to 8pm
in the library
We'll be discussing the hours in the computer lab, funding of Peace Builders, Jog-a-thon, and more!
Free childcare available in Kids Club. (tips appreciated) |
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Dominos Pizza Night |
Tuesday, Oct. 12
Don't fuss with making dinner before the PTA meeting! Call Domino's and have your favorite
pizza delivered to your home! Not in the mood for pizza?
Domino's also has
delicious pastas and salads, so
there's something for everyone!
20% of the night's sales come back to Fremont!
Be sure to tell them you're from Fremont!
393 Redondo Avenue
Long Beach, CA 90814
562.434.9971
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Red Cross Blood Drive |
The American Red Cross will host the 3rd Annual Sue Shrickel Memorial Blood Drive
at Fremont on
Thursday, October 7th, from 1:30pm to 7:30pm in the cafeteria.
Please sign up online at www.redcrossblood.org sponsor code FREMONT, to make your life-saving appointment.
All participants may enter a regional drawing for a $500 Shopping Spree & will receive a $5 coupon for El Torito, as well as 2 complimentary VIP tickets to the Laugh Factory! |
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SOS Donations |
Want to preserve the Science and Computer labs but unsure about writing that big check in the spring? Spread out your donation over time with our monthly payment program! Secure and easy through Paypal online - go to the S.O.S. page at www.fremont-pta.org for more information.
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Fremont Spirit Wear |
Order your Fremont Spirit Wear now!
Polos, zipper hoodies and Friday wear all available!
(pullover sweatshirts are sold out)
Order on-line through our website!
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Meet the Masters Andy Warhol |
Thursday, Oct. 28 marks a Meet the Masters assembly for our Fremont artists.
Andy Warhol, a 20th
century artist best known for his pop-art soup cans and Marilyn Monroe portraits, is our featured artist.
Meet the masters is a Southern California company that presents age appropriate histories of artists in a multi media, interactive assembly format. After learning about the artist, our teachers are presented with with an art project in the style of the artist. Later, they have the opportunity to create it in the classroom with their students.
Parent participation is always needed in the classroom for these projects; instruction is provided to teachers and volunteers at 1:30 on the same Thursday as the assembly.
Supplies are provided in the library. If you'd like to offer your help (no artistic talent needed, really!) feel free to contact your child's teacher or Roberta Jeanette at rjeanette@gmail.com. |
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Salad Bar |
Did you know a salad bar is now going to be in the cafeteria? Beginning this month, our children will be able to create their own salad from an assortment of delicious, fresh vegetables. The salad bar will be included in the price of their lunch!
Thanks to Chef Paul and Dana Buchanan, Fremont parents, for their efforts at making this healthy option available for our children!
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Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Ugly Truth |
Last Chance to Pre-Order "Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Ugly Truth"!! The Fall Book Fair is over but there is still time to get your copy of Wimpy Kid 5, which is coming out on November 9th. Pre-orders are being accepted through Friday, October 8th.
Print out the order form above OR get one in the office.
Please return the order form and cash or a check, made payable to Fremont PTA, in the amount of $7.67 (includes sales tax) to your child's classroom. Books will be delivered to the classroom within 5-7 days of the Nov. 9 release date.
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Fresh & Easy Fundraising |
Save your receipts from Fresh and Easy Grocery Stores! For every $20 you spend, Fremont will receive $1! Now through December 31, 2010, keep those receipts and turn them into the PTA in an envelope through your child's teacher. We can raise up to $5,000! |
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Home Reading Club |
Get a reward for doing your homework!
Beginning October 1, the Home Reading Club will be back in action. Your child has to simply read 20 days out of the month, for either 20 or 30 minutes (grade level determined) and they'll receive a book to keep from the PTA! The vast majority of the books are brand new, purchased through Scholastic Books. However, gently used books are always welcomed. Your donations may be placed in the Home Reading Club Book Drop box, located in the office by the PTA Mailbox throughout the year.
Always in demand:
Early Readers, Junie B. Jones, Magic Tree House, Fairy chapter books, Puppy Place, Geronimo Stilton, Warriors, Percy Jackson, Harry Potter, Goosebumps.
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4000 E. 4th Street
Long Beach, CA 90814
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Fremont Community Partners
***These businesses are under contract with Fremont and have agreed to donate a percentage of their profits for Fremont business back to the school***
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 at www.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: 562-433-5169 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:
562-439-4777 www.artsmartstudioforkids.com
Athletics West Training: Fit Fremont Dad, Chuck Sobol, will whip you into shape with his personal one-on-one and group training techniques. Get healthy and help Fremont: 562-547-6059
BC School Uniforms: 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.bcschooluniforms.com. Please enter "Fremont" into the Special Instructions section of the order form so we can receive the credit. 562-477-7209
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 and she will give Fremont 10% back! Call Elizabeth at:
562-434-5990
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 www.mburrphoto.com
Cardio Beat: "Stop thinking about it, just get started. Consistency is the Key!" If you're looking for fitness motivation, you found it! 10% of personal and group training sessions will come back to Fremont! Call Stephanie at 562-598-2696 or getfit@cardiobeat.org and visit www.cardiobeat.org
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 www.CindiRogan.com
Clements Chiropractic: Align your back, massage your muscles, or strengthen your spine with these fine family specialists. Mention Fremont and 5% will come back to the school: 3720 Anaheim: 562-986-2865
www.clementschiropractic.com
Cookie Lee: Quality, affordable jewelry that will provide endless compliments. Cookie Lee jewelry oozes fashion! Contact Amanda Ragge-Ousten for the latest catalog. 10% of your individual order will come back to Fremont or have a jewelry party and 25% will be donated! 562-715-3535
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! David Khazan 393 Redondo Ave, 90814 at: 562-434-9971 www.dominos.com
ENEKE: Is your child struggling?Get them the help they need! ENEKE offers online tutoring services for grade school age kids! Math, Reading and Writing skills and just a few subjects covered. Contact Fremont parent Reggie Akpata at 562-397-1444 for further information. 10% goes back to Fremont! www.eneke.com
JMC 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 www.jmcbuildersinc.com
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
Long Beach Hyperbaric Center: 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:
562-987-5507 or stop by 3645 4th St. www.drneally.com
Metal Muses: Artistic mom, Cathleen Yampolsky, donates 10% of Fremont generated jewelry & accessories sales to the school Call her at: 562-310-2757
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. They are also the folks who put on the annual "Days of Taste" extravaganza that Fremont students rave about! Your guests will be equally amazed! Fremont gets 5% from every Fremont referral: 562-400- 5659 www.primalalchemy.com
"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! 562-577-5118
www.thesteam.com
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: 562-434-1182 www.vientoyaguacoffeehouse.com
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. Stop by their store on 2nd street in Belmont Shore: 562-938-8005
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! www.xump.com
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