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This Week - May 18 (Wed.): Pre-Algebra Math Placement Test, 3-5:30pm
- May 19 (Thur.): Open House, 6:45-8pm
- May 20 (Fri.): Spirit Day-Olympics, 1:30-2:30pm
- May 20 (Fri.): 6-8th Grade Dance, 7-9:30pm (6th graders can stay entire evening for the 1st time!)
- May 21 (Sat.): Pre-Algebra Math Placement Test, 8:30-11am
Next Week - May 26 (Thur.): 5th Grade Band full-band rehearsal, 7:30am, Jensen Hall
- May 27 (Fri.): Raging Waters for Spirit Winners
Upcoming Weeks - May 30 (Mon.): No School: Memorial Day
- May 31 (Tues.): 5th Grade Band full-band rehearsal, 7:30am, Jensen Hall
- Jun 1 (Wed.): Volunteer/Staff Appreciation Event, 3 pm, MUR
- Jun 1 (Wed.): Spring Band Concert, 6:30pm, Sharon Park
- Jun 6 (Mon.): 6/7/8th Grade Band Students perform National Anthem at Giants game vs Washington Nationals, 6:45pm, AT&T Park
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PTA News
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Here is the scoop ....
we will miss so many awesome volunteers graduating this year!
So let's honor them for their contributions to our community at the
La Entrada PTA
Volunteer Appreciation Social
Wednesday, June 1st 2011
3 PM
La Entrada Middle School MUR
All Welcome!
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School News
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OPEN HOUSE IS ON MAY 19TH!
Please join us on Thursday, May 19, from 6:45 - 8:00pm for our annual Open House.Classrooms will be open and you will have the opportunity to see some of the amazing work our students have done this year.
Parking will be any issue, so please walk, bike, or carpool if you can.
SCHOOL SITE COUNCIL POSITIONS OPEN
The La Entrada School Site Council has three parent positions open for the upcoming school year. This is a two-year commitment to sit as a Board member with Mr. Thomas, teachers, staff, and student representatives to determine certain expenditures and policies at La Entrada. If you are interested or have questions, please contact one of the following "retiring" parent representatives:
Submissions will be accepted until noon on Monday, May 23, 2011.
MUSIC NOTES
Please pop into the music room on Thursday evening during 'Open House' for some excellent musical entertainment. Here's the schedule:
6:50PM - 7th Grade Quintet (Thatcher F., flute; James K., alto sax and piano; Alex K., drum kit; A.J. P. alto sax; Karim U., trombone)
7:00PM - Paul K. (violin)
7:10PM - Brass Quintet (Cat D., trumpet; Wes F., tuba; Ryan J., trombone; Miranda S., trumpet and Benjamin S., french horn)
7:20PM - James K. (alto saxophone)
7:30PM - Julie B. (acoustic guitar)
7:40PM - Clarinet Trio (Julie B., John C., and Matthew C.)
GRADUATION ANNOUNCEMENTS
All families should have received an email highlighting once again the 2011 Graduation Events and Checklist. The letter was also handed out to the 8th graders on Friday in case you did not receive the email. Please send in a check for $35.00 as soon as possible to cover the expenses of all the events. The check may be sent to our graduation committee treasurer Virginia Chang Kiraly or may be dropped off in the office. A huge thank you to our families who donated money to help keep the per graduate costs down to the $35.00. Please email Paula Rash at paularash@yahoo.com if you have any questions.
ERTOLA'S SUMMER MATH CAMP
The positive feedback from both parents and students regarding my three years of summer math enrichment programs, prompted me to once again offer another year of camp. This summer's camp is June 20-July 15th at 9-10am for incoming sixth, and 10-11am for incoming seventh graders and held in at LE in room 22. The goal of the program is to reinforce, develop and preview math skills and concepts for the upcoming school year. As LE's current Pre-Algebra teacher, its deepens the teacher-student relationship while improving their math skillsets. Flyers will be sent home April 29th. I welcome the opportunity to facilitate this continued learning experience and can be contacted for pricing and more information at jertola@llesd.org, or called at 650-386-5686 (home).
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The Las Lomitas Education Foundation
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The 1969 Spring Auction was a huge success! Thank you so much to all of our supporters who came out to Woodstock and bid big for our children. Special thanks go to our auctioneers, Lauren and Rob Schoenthaler, who were so entertaining and did an awesome job! Thank you also to Laurie Quinn, who served as our table closing auctioneer, Gary Dillabough and his team of volunteers who organized the bar and developed the 1969 signature cocktail, and to our many, many auction volunteers who helped us pull it all together.
Looking to participate in Fund-A-Need? Fund-A-Need is the Foundation's annual effort to meet the specific funding gaps and needs at each school in a given year. This year's Fund-A-Need is Outfitting Four Portable Classrooms at Las Lomitas and La Entrada. Our record-breaking Annual Giving Campaign helped raise funds to purchase and staff the portables...now we just need to equip them. Click here to learn more and donate to Fund-A-Need now.
Sign up now for your favorite Events & Adventures. Each year parents donate parties for adults and kids which help to raise money for the Foundation. Many of our fabulous parties and events still have space available. Visit www.llef.org and click on Events & Adventures to see a complete listing of all events and register online. Events coming up soon include:
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Summer Reading Brunch for Parents on Tuesday, May 24 at 10:00 a.m.
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3rd Grade Inflatable Graduation Party on Thursday, June 9 (last day of school) from 12:30 to 3:00 p.m.
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"Kick off to Summer" Outdoor Movie Night for 2nd Graders on Thursday, June 9 (last day of school) from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
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4th/5th Grade End of Year Bash on Friday, June 10 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
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Ride on Old Tom Fire Truck with Mrs. Montalvo on Friday, June 17th from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.
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Ladera Progressive Party for Parents on Saturday, June 25 at 6:00 p.m.
Descriptions for these and other events can be found in your auction catalog or in the online catalog at www.llef.org.
 
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Menlo-Atherton High School News
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WELCOME TO M-A, CLASS OF 2015!
There are always lots of activities happening at M-A.
Freshman Orientation
Freshman Orientation will take place on Tuesday, August 23rd (Note New Date) from 8:00-10:00am in Ayer's gym.While your kids are in the orientation, all parents are welcome to meet for a Parent Coffee in the PAC Cafeteria hosted by the Foundation for the Future.
Arena Check-In
Arena check-in for freshmen is Wednesday, August 17th from 1:00-5:00pm. Arena Check-In is where you will get your picture taken for your ID card, buy PE clothes, turn in Emergency Forms, etc. You can also turn in your Whooping Cough vaccination form there.
Be sure to check your mailbox this summer for more information.
First Day of School
M-A starts on Thursday, August 25th at 8:45am for 1st period or 7:50am for 0 period. Plan to be at M-A at 7:30am for 0 period or 8:00am for 1st period schedule pick up in the New Gym.
Volunteering
There are numerous volunteer opportunities at M-A - on a regular schedule and also on an occasional, as needed, basis.Please consider volunteering your time to get to know the campus, the students and the Administration.
Welcome and Go Bears!
BEARNOTES
BearNotes is the M-A PTA's weekly newsletter - just like the Leopard Spot. To sign up to receive your weekly copy and the monthly newsletter TriVocis, sign up here.
ATHLETICSThe first day of Fall sports practice is Friday, August 12th. To find out contact information for each sport, go to the M-A Athletics webpage at http://www.sequoiadistrict.org/214420113144436193/site/default.asp If you plan to participate in a fall sport, you will need to complete an Athletic Packet and turn it into Aubrey Orcutt in the Administration Office. The packet can be downloaded from the Athletic website listed above. GUIDANCE OFFICEThe Guidance Office would like a copy of your incoming 9th grade's birth certificate or passport as soon as possible. The Guidance Office will be open though June, will close for July and re-open in early August. If you need to reach them, their number is (650) 322-5311 x5122. M-A ON EBAY With your support and participation, MA on eBay raised over $107,000! Thank you for bidding on and buying over 140 items! At this time, many parties, some items, and Fund A Need can still be purchased by visiting MA on eBay.
Do not miss the Class of 2015 Party, co-hosted by La Entrada parents Marci & Corey Coggins, Artis Montague & Todd Alamin, Terri & Alan Muschott, and Lucia Tedesco & Massimiliano Fatica. Heartfelt thanks to the donors, volunteers and bidders who made MA on eBay a terrific success!
CHALLENGE DAY 2011
Incoming M-A High School Parents: Volunteers Needed for Challenge Day 2011!
Join us Monday and/or Tuesday, October 24th or 25th for this memorable one-day workshop that promotes compassion, communication and community building among the Class of 2015. It's a great way for freshman parents to get involved at M-A --- a one day commitment that helps our teens break down barriers and create new levels of empathy and respect. Come participate in one of the most meaningful volunteer opportunities of the year.
Adult volunteers are critical to the program's success. Volunteer opportunities for both days include:
- Small Group Facilitator: 8:15 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
- Registration: 8:00 am - 9:30 a.m.
- Lunch: 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Volunteer for any of three roles, pick the date which works best for you, then e-mail your preference (be sure to specify the date) to Lisa Deal and Ellen Mouchawar at challengeday@mabearspta.org. Please put "Challenge Day Volunteer" in the subject line. Thank you for making a difference in the lives of our students!
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| Community News |
Remember to mention La Entrada at the register and Kepler's donates 10% back to our school.
Please check the website www.keplers.com for upcoming events.
AYSO Region 109 Menlo Park-Atherton Fall 2011 Registration begins May 1 Learn soccer skills, make friends, and have fun as everyone plays! Starting May 1 go to www.mpsoccer.org to complete and print forms. Then bring your completed paperwork (along with valid proof of age for first-time players) to one of the mandatory walk-in registrations at Hillview Middle School on Saturday, May 14 and Saturday, May 21, 9 am to 1 pm.
Summer Lacrosse!! Join us for Grizzlies Summer Ball-Tuesday evening's June 21st - August 16th 5:30/6:45 start times. Boys and Girls ages 5 - 13 are welcome and is open to all Peninsula towns. See our site www.MenloAthertonLacrosse.com for more information or email us at MenloAthertonLacrosse@Gmail.com.
Alpine FC Soccer Tryouts - Week of May 23 (for fall 2011)
Does your child have a passion for soccer? So do we! Your child is invited to come out to spring tryouts to find out more about club soccer, our club's player-centric approach and our professionally coached teams. Find detailed tryout dates and locations and pre-register online on the Alpine FC website. |
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