Conference Month
October is Parent Teacher Conference month. Conferences are designed to help parents stay connected with what their child is learning and their progress. Conferences can truly strengthen communication and foster a more clear understanding so that parents and teachers can partner to help a child achieve success. Because of this, we urge each of you to attend conferences on Friday, October 19th. You will receive a scheduled appointment from your teacher next week. However, you are welcome at any time this month to request a conference with your child's teacher. Please call if you wish to schedule an alternate appointment.

Calendar Change
Halloween classroom celebrations have been moved from Wednesday, October 31st to Friday, October 26th so children can have all their Halloween celebrations on one day. Please have your child come dressed in their favorite costume for the parade and pumpkin patch on Friday, October 26th.  Also bring a change of clothes for your child to change out of their costumes. Classroom celebrations will include a craft, snack and picking a pumpkin from the pumpkin patch. Wednesday, October 31st will be a free dress day. We ask that students NOT wear their costumes on this day.

Toshiba ExploraVision Competition (Grades 4-6)
For the ninth year we are going to participate in the Toshiba ExploraVision competition.  ExploraVision is a fun and educational science project combining technology, knowledge, and imagination. In order for students to participate, they will need approval from their parents and their teacher. Students work in groups of 2 - 4 students. Each group will simulate a research and development team. They will select a present-day technology and project what it will be in 20 years. Each team will submit a report that will contain the following:
           Present Technology
           History
           Future Technology
           Breakthroughs needed
           Design Process
           Consequences
           Bibliography
           Web Page Graphics
This is a FUN extracurricular project that will meet after school and during lunches as needed. All projects will be completed by January 28, 2013. Only regional winners will continue working on the projects after this date.If you are interested in participating, we will have an information meeting for parents and students on Wednesday, October 17th at 3:30 in Room 26. At least one member and 1 parent of a team must be present. Details of the competition and the projects will be presented at that time.To learn more about Toshiba ExploraVision before our meeting, please visit their website at www.exploravision.org.

Conference Month
October is conference month at the Historic Anaheim Campus. If you are a junior high parent, be prepared for a phone call from your student's advisor to set up a meeting on October 19th or at your convenience. During this conference, your student's overall progress will be discussed, and there will be an opportunity to schedule future appointments with his or her other teachers.

Technology Day
Let us show you how technology is enhancing your child's education! Historic Anaheim will host Technology Day on Wednesday, October 10th. Here is the full schedule:
Kindergarten:  9:00 - 9:30
Grade 1:  9:00 - 9:30
Grade 2:  9:30 - 10:15
Grade 3:  8:45 - 9:45
Grade 4:  9:45 - 10:15
Grade 5:  9:00 - 10:15
Junior High:  All day

8th Grade Washington, D.C. Study Trip Parent Meeting
There will be a study trip meeting for the parents of the students who are attending the 8th grade study trip to Washington, D.C. on Thursday, October 25. The meeting will be held in the library at 6:00 P.M. We ask that each student have at least one parent in attendance. You will receive a packet of information which includes many forms that must be completed before your child attends the trip.

9th Annual College Fair at Fairmont Prep  
Mark your calendars! The 9th Annual College Fair at Fairmont Prep is coming up on Tuesday, October 16. Representatives from over 60 colleges and universities will be on campus to talk with parents and students about their schools. It's never too early to start thinking about college and learning more about the college admissions process. Don't miss out on this excellent opportunity! While you're on campus, you can also stop by Fairmont Prep's Community Open House to tour the campus and learn more about the school. Click here to learn more and RSVP.

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