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WCI Newsletter
Published by the WCIPTA
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Principal's Message
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Parents and students, please do not bring large items into classrooms that students may carry around campus all day such as balloons, signs or sports equipment. These are things that may distract learning and can also be ruined. We are more than happy to keep large items in the front office if needed. Friday is a minimum day with a 12:42 release time with Spring Break the week of March 31st - April 4th. Have a safe and fun week away from school, we will see you on April 7th. Have a great week. Mike Cannon |
President's Message
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We are almost 3/4 of the way through the school year and I want to take this opportunity to thank the many volunteers who have done so much for our students at WCI this year. Helping at school dances, skate nights, Japan Days, and this week's Book Fair are just a few of the many things parents step up to do again and again on behalf of all of our children. So, please join me in sending a big "Thank You" their way!
I hope everyone enjoys a relaxing and safe spring break!
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Volunteers Needed
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As with any event, the more helpers we have the smoother things run. We especially need help during the following times. Please click here to sign up.- Tuesday/Thursday 8a-9a
- Friday 8:00a-10a
- Friday 10:00a-12:30p
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WCEF News
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Only 6 Days Left: Are You In?
WCEF Update
- We have raised $680,000! Thank you to all who have made your 2013-14 WCEF donation!
- 32% of our families have donated. Thank you!
- Please support your student and all our students K-12!
- If you are in the 68% that haven't made your donation, there is still time. Please consider making your 2013-2014 tax deductible donation today! A donation in any amount makes a difference. It is needed now to meet this year's program, staff and materials funding needs; our students are counting on all of us! Donate now!
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 SAVE THE DATE! 3rd Annual Play It Forward Benefit Concert Saturday, May 17, 2014 at 7:00 PM Las Lomas Theater Tickets available online March 26. This promises to be a one of a kind event filled with incredible music from an array of talented artists including our own WCI Jazz Band, Las Lomas High School Jazz Band and Chorale Members. Please visit the website for more information. For additional information, please contact Liz Davis, Executive Director WCEF at 925.933.9233 / eadavisus@yahoo.com. ____________________________________________  Sports Basement Charity March Madness Continues You receive a 10% discount and WCEF receives 10% back for our students! The most funds raised win the week's match up and advances to the next round. WCEF has made it to the Final Four that past two years. Please help us get there again. Shop Sports Basement this week and mention WCEF when you check at out! ____________________________________________
Don't let the name confuse you! First Friday Business Deals Good All Month Long!Check out our March First Fridaybusinesses supporting our schools and students. These businesses have invested in our students' education and are offering special discounts throughout the month of March - just be sure to mention WCEF.
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Science Fair
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Science Fair is being held on Thursday, March 27, in the gym from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. Bring your whole family to see our students proudly display their varied and exciting projects.
You can also visit our Book Fair in the Library that same evening.
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WCI Book Fair
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The Book Fair is this week.
Please join us for our Wednesday Adult Social at 9am in the Library, for coffee and refreshments. Then at 9:30 we will walk through some great pieces of current literature - both Fiction and Non-Fiction for adults. We will also discuss incredible reads for our middle school kids that you won't want to miss!
The book fair is open to students and family on:
- Monday March 24th - 8:00AM - 4:00PM
- Tuesday March 25th - 8:00AM - 4:00PM
- Wednesday March 26th - 11:00AM - 4:00PM
- Thursday March 27th- 8:00AM - 4:00PM
- Thursday March 27th- 5:30PM - 8:00PM
- Evening Hours: The Book Fair will be open from 5:30 - 8:00 PM stop by and shop before or after the Science Fair. We will have light refreshments as you browse through the book fair.
- Friday March 28th - Last Day for Book Fair 8:00AM - 10:00AM
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Musical Corner
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Congratulations to our Jazz Band for another wonderful performance last weekend at the Santa Cruz Jazz Festival. Our band earned the rating of Command Performance and had the opportunity to play on the main stage for the evening Command Performance Concert with other groups that earned this prestigious rating. Students that earned outstanding soloist awards were Kevin D on trumpet, Timmy G on trombone and Robby U on alto saxophone.
Upcoming performances for the Jazz Band:
- March 26:Walnut Heights from 8:25 - 9:00am
- April 9: Indian Valley from 8:25 - 9:00am
- April 29: Joint Jazz Concert with the Las Lomas HS Jazz Band at Las Lomas HS
- May 17: Play It Forward Concert benefitting the WCEF K-12 at Las Lomas HS
- May 21: WCSD Instrumental Music Festival at Las Lomas HS
- May 27: WCI Open House
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6th Grade Tdap Requirements
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All 6thgrade students will need to show proof of having received Tdap (pertussis) vaccination after the age of seven before they enter seventh grade. We are now starting to collect this information from all 6th grade students. We are asking all 6th grade families to provide written verification of Tdap as soon as possible.
Proof of vaccination may be submitted by:
In person to WCI Office Manager Earlene Caven (Main Office)
Faxed to (925) 933-1922
Scanned and e-mailed to ecaven@wcsd.k12.ca.us
If you have questions about Tdap, you can contact our district nurse, Oonagh McAndrew RN, at omcandrew@wcsd.k12.ca.us or (925) 944-6850 x 2013.
Information is also available at www.shotsforschool.org.
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Yes on A! - Walnut Creek
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The Governing Board of the Acalanes Union High School District recently called for an election to renew Measure A (2010), an existing, expiring parcel tax supporting the local high schools - Acalanes, Campolindo, Las Lomas and Miramonte. Students in the elementary districts in Canyon, Lafayette, Moraga, Orinda and Walnut Creek are served by the Acalanes Union High School District schools.
Did You Know? All AUHSD schools - Acalanes, Campolindo, Las Lomas and Miramonte - placed in the top 500 of public high schools nationwide earning the Gold Medal ranking in the 2013 US News and World Report Best High Schools survey? We can keep it that way!
How can you help?
Join us to continue the long tradition of support with our high school district!
- Lawn Sign Mobilization: Saturday, March 29, 11am - 2pm, at Stanley Middle School, 3455 School St., Lafayette.
- Phone Banks: Sign up today to reach out to voters to educate them about the importance of Measure A to our local high schools. We especially need help during Spring Break Week.
Week 6 - All Schools - 3/30-4/3
Week 8 - Las Lomas - 4/13-4/17
Week 10 - All Schools - 4/27-5/1
Learn more about Measure A visit www.YesForAcalanesHighSchools.org
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Walnut Creek Marauders
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Join over 150 boys and girls who participate in the Walnut Creek Marauders Football and Cheer Program. Highlights of the Marauders program include:
* Football player divisions are grouped based on the player's age and weight. Learning the game in stages that are safe and fun.
* All Football coaches are tackle certified through USA Football 's HEADS UP� program. A partnership with the NFL Players Association promoting safety through technique.
* All Cheer coaches are certified through both the National Youth Sports Coaches Association as well as the JAMZ Cheer & Dance Organization.
* Football and cheer practices share the same schedule and location. Practices are conveniently located at Northgate High School in Walnut Creek.
Upcoming Registration dates at Sports Basement:
Saturday, April 5 (11am - 3pm)
Saturday, May 3 (11am - 3pm)
Wednesday, May 14 (5pm - 8pm)
Saturday, June 21 (11am - 3pm)
Saturday, July 19 (11am - 3pm)
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Community News
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In this section, we feature community news that has been approved for distribution by the Walnut Creek School District. To have flyers posted in this section, please click here for submission requirements.
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Article Submission Guidelines
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The WCI PTA publishes the eNewsletter every Wednesday. Our goal is to provide information to the WCI community in a timely manner. If you have an article to contribute email it to Susan Heitmann at wcienews@yahoo.com. Please limit articles to 150 words or less. The deadline is every Sunday at 6pm.
For community announcements (non WCI specific submissions) please review the community section guidelines for approval by the Walnut Creek School District.
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Calendar of Events
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Below is a calendar of upcoming events. Please be sure to check the WCI Website and WCSD website for additional calendar information.
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Mar 27th
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6:00-7:30pm
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Gym
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Mar 24th-28th
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8am-4pm
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Library
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End of Quarter - Short Day
| 12:42pm dismissal
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Spring Break
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The mention of any business, service or event
in this publication does not imply an endorsement by
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