Thank you to all who have been following our carline drop-off and pick-up procedures in the morning and after school. We have noticed a marked improvement in traffic flow and safety. We appreciate your continued support and cooperation towards a smooth and safe drop-off and pick-up.

Please note we have made some changes in visitor and staff parking. There are four new visitor parking spots located in front of the main office. All other spots are clearly marked and reserved for teacher and staff use only. If you need to drop something off or attend a brief meeting during school hours, these new visitor spots are ideal to use. If you plan to stay at school for an extended amount of time (ie: volunteering), please consider parking at the old district office.

Picture Day

As many of you already know, we are working with a new photography company this year; Ultimate Exposures. This week, you should be receiving an e-mail, which will include the proofs for the 2 poses taken of your child, a pin number and order information. You will be able to place your order directly through the company's website: www.ultimateexposures.com. Orders may also be placed by phone, mail or fax at:

Ultimate Exposures

7011 Hayvenhurst Avenue, Suite C

Van Nuys, CA 91406

818-781-9530

818-781-9531 (fax)

Make-up picture day will be Tuesday, October 27, 2011 from 9:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

Volunteers and TB Tests - We are fortunate to have so many wonderful volunteers. The law states that each volunteer must have verification of being "TB free". This is to protect all the students. Therefore, we are asking volunteers to bring proof of a current (within 4 years) TB test by Friday, October 7th, to be kept on file in the office.

Karen Hurley

Principal, Palm Crest Elementary 

CHARACTER ASSET FOR SEPTEMBER - SUPPORT  

We would like to recognize our "Students of the Month" from each class for demonstrating support. These are PCR students noticed for exceptional behavior in areas such as:

~ making special efforts toward a new student

~ reaching out or showing interest in others

~ being helpful and letting others know you care about them

Thank you students!

Kindergarten

Mindy Martinez; Dominic Lorenzana; Paola Carranza; Carter Shupper; Rosalie Ahern; Jack Bernstein; Sonal Sukhatme

1st Grade 

William Wade; Jenna Ku; JoJo Gropper; Arianna Kim; Kiana Shapourifar; Dylan Luu; Kera Finnigan; Audra Steinbrugge

2nd Grade 

Colin Wang; Paige Kwan; Sydney Esquival; Shant Manoukian; Sarah Morong; Grace Williamson; Brook Cooper; Alexander Cheng; Holden Frost

3rd Grade 

Connor Hall; Maggie Mackenzie; Allison King; Malachi Moonesinghe; Ashley Olson; Chris Nava; Riley Trowbridge; Melissa Le; Mihir Sukhatme; Tessa Olivieri; Cameron Kim

4th Grade 

Kaylin Ramirez; Janet Leyva; Beatriz Untalan; Maddie Miller; Gabriella Connell; Korimaya Likins; Elsa Sheehy; Morgan Tsujihara; Katy Wolhaupter; Nathan Moonesinghe; Tatsuya Machida; Grace Bernstein

5th Grade 

Nicole Reynolds; Brian Ferguson; Kate Crowell; Mira Sands; Pedro Ortiz; Sang Min Lee; Erin Kim; Erika Lee; Carrie DeSouza; Eddie Cosic 

6th Grade 

Georgia Cervenka; Carly Horne;  Lucian Ishibashi; Karina Myszowski; Garrett Cameron; Leah Nagel; Joelle Mikalian;

Holly Stoner; John Paul Caire; Matthew Bilaver; Daniela Narvaez;

Founders Day Nomination Form

Deadline for submissions: Monday, November 14th 

Nominations are now being accepted for the 2011/12 Founders Day Awards! This is a wonderful opportunity to thank and honor those parents, teachers, staff, or group that go above and beyond to make a difference at PCR and an enduring, positive impact on our children.

I am sure you know someone who is dedicated, hard working, special and deserving of this wonderful award.  This is a great way to do your part in recognizing their tireless efforts. All you need is a few minutes to fill out the nomination form below, print and return it to the front office or in your student's Thursday folder in an envelope marked "Founders Day Nominee".   You can also access the founder's day nomination form on the PCR website.

You can also submit nominations via email to Barbara Cabello at Barbara.cabello@protiviti.com, or Shelley Loter at home@loter.com.   Please put "Founders Day Nominee" in the subject line. The deadline for nominations is Monday, November 14th, 2011...so get your pens out and write away!  All nomination forms will be kept strictly confidential.

Once nominations are closed, there will be a selection process and the 2011/12 Awardees will be announced and honored at a district-wide event in March 2012.

Past PCR Founders Day Recipients:

2011:  Debby Bedell-Au, Barb Cabello, John & Shelley Loter, Linda Richmond, Jennifer Rubendall, Rachel Zooi, Paulette Lantz (Golden Oak Service Award)

2010: Nina Browning, Jane Chang-Hur, Sally Kim-Tokeshi, Denise Longo, Melissa Mazin, Tara Stewart

2009: Stacy Anderson, Jeanine Bentz, Cindi Carter, Eva Juse, Tonya Mizrahi

2008: Heaja Kim, Lorna Kim, Garrett Kreditor, Laura Strametz, Anais Wenn

2007: Amy Bernhard, Susan Dodge, Robin George, Susanne Horne, Sue Price

For more information, please contact Barb or Shelley at the email addresses provided above.

JOG-A-THON  IS GOING GREEN!

November 16, 2011   

The LCFEF Jog-a-Thon takes place at school during P.E. Time. Our goal is for all students  to participate and have fun while helping  raise funds for our schools.

Students have 20 minutes to jog/walk as many  laps as they can. Laps are graduated in size by grade level, and joggers will receive water and    popsicles at the event.

This year, family and friends can join the action by pledging money for your jogger's all star effort on our new, interactive website. Save time!     Save paper! Save the planet! All while helping our schools.

The Foundation's fundraising pays for the programs that make the difference in our schools.

-       Additional teachers for smaller classes!

-       Art, music and drama - Technology needs - Guidance and college counseling - And much more!

Look for upcoming announcements and instructions on how you and your child can participate, have fun, and make a difference!