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Membership Update
It is not too late to donate to the PTA! Joining the PTA does not mean you are signing up to volunteer. Payment of your membership fees is simply demonstrating your support of our programs.
Many thanks to the following 30 families that joined during the past two weeks...
Bargar, Beecher, Buathier, Carrou, Cheek, Crady/Kennedy, DiMartino/Henriksen, Fernandez, Gursky, Hall, Hipple, Honda, Hong, Itskovitz, Jones, Jorgensen, Kelly, Kruse, Lee/Cho, Longo, Malloy, Rashid/Das, Rianda, Sakrison, Shalowitz, Spurling/Curtin, Tabata, Tambling, Weiner/Olazabal, Zurcher
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Thank You, Patrina Mack!!!
A huge THANK YOU to Patrina Mack for organizing the LE Family Picnic! So much fun was had by all and it was a great way to kick off a year of fun PTA activities and events! We couldn't have done it without you and your wonderful team of volunteers who pulled it all together!
Lisa Reid and Laurel Timpson
LE PTA Co-Presidents
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Save Your Books for the La Entrada Used Book Fair!
Hold on to those books! The La Entrada Used Book Fair is coming to town on November 12th - 15th and We Want Your Books! Donations accepted October 14th-November 4th. Details will soon follow.
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La Entrada Has a New Math Team!
Congratulations to all who tried out for the new LE Math Team - it was a VERY hard qualifying test!
The team has been picked for now, but every student is a potential future team member.
How can YOU be ready to join the team - possibly as early as next Spring?
Before you know it, you'll be a star mathlete!
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Project Cornerstone Parent Education Opportunity
"Take it Personally" Training. This six-session workshop helps adults understand and make a stronger commitment to supporting young people and provides tools, exercises and strategies to help parents make the biggest impact on our kids and other kids in our communities. If you missed the first session, you can still join the group!
Time: 9:30am to 11:30am
Place: MUR
Six sessions: 10/1, 10/8, 10/15, 10/22, 10/29 and a final date to be determined by group.
Fee: $10.00, one time donation includes workbook
For details contact: Pam Von Weigand at pamvon1@gmail.com or Sonya Dineen at sdineen@llesd.org.
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Grade Level Gatherings
Grade Level Gatherings are festive, adult-only, cocktail parties hosted by families in each of the different grades. These social events are a great opportunity for the the parents in each grade to get to know each other better outside of school.
5th Grade
· Saturday, October 26, 7:00-9:00 pm
· Hosted by McGeever, Chandik, and Rader families
· At the home of Linda and Jim McGeever,191 Duranzo Way, Portola Valley
· Last names A-M please bring wine or beer, last names N-Z bring appetizer or dessert
6th Grade
· Saturday, October 12, 7:00-9:00 pm
· Hosted by Liston, Enger and Holley families
· At the home of Kathleen and Alex Liston, 2319 Crest Lane, Menlo Park
· Last names A-M please bring wine or beer, last names N-Z bring appetizer or dessert
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| School News |
Art to Remember Fundraiser
The Visual and Performing Arts Department is happy to announce that the Art to Remember fundraiser is underway! For this project, kids created an original, colorful drawing or painting. Families will be able to order products with their child's art printed on them. Products include iPhone cases, coasters, notecards, and many other items. The funds raised go directly to VPA classes for art materials, costumes and even musical instruments. 6th-8th Grade Art, Music and Drama students will be bringing home their order forms October 8th and 9th. Order forms need to be returned to Mrs. Stosz in the office by October 15. Products will arrive back to school around Thanksgiving. Questions? Email Mrs. Ostrom at hostrom@llesd.org.
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| YES on S 2013 |
Dear Las Lomitas and La Entrada Families,
Our support for Yes on S continues as we reach out to voters (thank you volunteers for your dedication and time)! We wanted to share with you a couple questions that sometimes arise in our conversations when we reach voters "on the fence":
What are the benefits of new, two-story, permanent buildings over portables?
1. More energy efficient buildings would reduce our utility bills by 15%.
2. Enable 21st century equipment and technology to protect the quality of our academic instruction.
3. Better accessibility for disabled students and adults.
4. Bring facilities up to current health and safety code standards.
5. Prevent further spread of portables into the outside fields and play areas.
If we need more space, why didn't we take back Woodland School?
1. Dividing into three campuses would cost the district an incremental 30% in operating costs each year (e.g., administration, specialists, buses, etc.).
2. We would still be going out for a bond to raise money to update the Woodland campus to bring it up to the current codes required for public schools.
3. The lease revenue we receive from Woodland School allows the District to pay staff salaries and to fund instructional programs.
4. The annual revenue from Woodland School funds approximately 7 teachers which would not be possible without such a continuous source of revenue.
Friends of Las Lomitas and La Entrada Commitee
www.classroomsforourkids.org
Please vote on November 5th!
A note to our community from the PTA: The La Entrada PTA endorses YES on S 2013.
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| Las Lomitas Education Foundation |
The Annual Giving Campaign is Underway!
Donate today - Click here.
 Quality teachers and Small Class Sizes
The Foundation supports the cost of 15 core teachers at our two schools and enables the District to hire more teachers with advanced education and experience. Our class sizes are an average of 21-22 at Las Lomitas and 24 at La Entrada. Your donation makes the critical difference.
For more information please see our Community Report online here.
Excellence is built one donation at a time.
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You can still purchase tickets for the Father Daughter Dance
this Friday, October 11th at www.llef.org.
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| Sequoia Union High School District News | |
GET TO KNOW OUR CHARTER SCHOOLS
Summit Preparatory Charter High School and Everest Public High School
Summit and Everest are part of Summit Public Schools - an organization of public, tuition-free, charter high schools. Our schools strive to provide students with a small and personalized educational experience with guaranteed college preparation in a physically and emotionally safe environment. Our students, parents, and teachers describe why they choose Summit schools: https://vimeo.com/57639234
Open Houses are held together for both of our schools. Please join us:
Tuesday Nov 5, 7-9 pm
Everest Public High School
455 5th Avenue, Redwood City, CA 94063
Thursday, Dec 5, 7-9 pm
Summit Preparatory Charter High School
890 Broadway, Redwood City, CA 94063
Saturday, Feb 8, 10 am - 12 pm
Everest Public High School
455 5th Avenue, Redwood City, CA 94063
At our Open Houses, you will:
* Learn more about our rigorous, college-preparatory program
* Meet current students, parents, and faculty
* Be able to pick up and submit an application
* Be able to sign up for Shadow Days and Parent Tours
Visit our websites for more information: www.everestphs.orgwww.summitprep.net
GET TO KNOW M-A
Campus Tours
Come tour the beautiful M-A campus on a Wednesday afternoon while school is in session. Current M-A students and an M-A staff member will guide you around campus and answer all your questions. Wednesday Tours are the first Wednesday of the month (October to April). See the Get to Know M-A Events Calendar for specific dates. The tour is one hour. Please reserve your tour spot online here.
"Special" Saturday Campus Tours
Mark your calendar for Saturday, November 2. Middle school students and their parents are invited to an informal outdoor walking tour of our campus. Tours will be led by M-A Leadership students who will share their enthusiasm for the school and answer questions. Meet at the library. Tours run from 10:00am-12:00pm. The last tour departs at 11:45.
8th Grade Information Night
Come learn more about our academic program offerings and graduation requirements on Wednesday, November 6. Our Information Night includes a Principal's welcome, small-group tours led by students and PTA parent volunteers, and presentations by M-A teachers from core subject areas. Prospective students and parents are welcome. The program begins at 6:00pm.
Shadowing
Our Shadowing program pairs prospective 8th graders with a 9th grade host so they can attend classes during a typical day at M-A. Our program runs from October 4 through March 28. Please click here for full program details and frequently asked questions. New this year, sign-ups will be done through our website. Shadowing is very popular and appointments fill fast, so sign up early to reserve your spot. The appointment window for the first semester will open September 3rd. Second-semester appointments will be available after December 9th.
For more details or to sign-up see our website: mabears.org, About Us, Get To Know M-A
GET TO KNOW SEQUOIA HIGH
8th Grade Information Night
Come and take a closer look at a wonderful place for students to grow and learn on Thursday, November 7. See why Sequoia High School is an award-winning, high performance school. Come to Carrington Hall for an overview of Sequoia High. Hear from students and alumni and see a scene from the fall musical. Choose what you'd like to see: dance performances, practical art demonstrations. Visit with extracurricular leaders, department chairs and coaches, and experience Sequoia High in action. Program runs from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.
Shadowing
Individual 8th grade students will be able to shadow a Sequoia 9th/10th grader on most week days between October 1, 2013 and March 1, 2014. Shadow days are designed to allow students to get a feel for their future alma mater through spending the day attending classes, walking through the halls from class to class, and eating lunch.
8th graders may choose whether they'd prefer to spend the day with a Sequoia student taking primarily college prep mainstream classes or one taking primarily ICAP classes designed to prepare 9th/10th grade students to take higher level IB courses in the 11th/12th grade years. Preferences can be indicated at the time of registration.
If you have questions about shadowing at Sequoia, please contact Lauren Reibstein at lreibste@seq.org.
GET TO KNOW WOODSIDE Parents Tours The Parent Tours offer an intimate look at Woodside High School. Talk to the principal and a member of the administrative team, ask as many questions as you like in a small group setting, visit classes, walk through the campus during passing periods, get a sense of the friendly and academic culture of this exemplary comprehensive high school. Sign up for a parents tour here. Shadowing The shadow program is designed for all students, including transfer students, who are interested in attending Woodside High School. The shadow program is run through the leadership class and the students in leadership are the shadow leaders. Shadowing will take place between September 17, 2013 and March 7, 2014. We look forward to giving you a glimpse of a day in the life of Woodside High School student. Enjoy the vibrant campus, rich in activities and opportunities to grow. Get a feel for the springboard to such universities as Cal Berkeley, UCLA, Stanford, MIT, NYU, and others. Woodside High School offers a rigorous academic program geared towards the completion of the UC/CSU A-G Requirements and a solid preparation for the next level of scholarship and disciplinary study.
We understand that students have a choice. We encourage you to give Woodside High School strong consideration. We are confident that our comprehensive high school experience, comprised of clubs, competitive athletic teams, leadership organizations, spirit rallies, field trips, work-experience opportunities, and mentorships, offers all students a unique opportunity to express their individuality, creativity, and spirit. Programs such as the School Ambassador Program, Kids Learning Empathy and Respect (KLEAR), and Students Offering Support (SOS) strive to foster an environment in which all students feel welcome to express themselves and in which all students respect one another. For more information and to request a shadowing date click here. *****************************************************************
M-A PARENT EDUCATION SERIES
"College Admission: From Application to Acceptance, Step by Step" with Robin Mamlet and Christine VanDeVelde/Introduction by Alice Kleeman, M-A College Advisor
Wednesday, October 9, 2013, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
M-A Performing Arts Center (PAC)
Come hear from the experts! Don't miss Robin Mamlet and Christine VanDeVelde, co-authors of College Admission: From Application to Acceptance, Step by Step! College Admission is the ultimate user's manual and go-to guide for any student or family approaching the college application process. Featuring the wise counsel of more than 50 deans of admission, no other guide has such thorough, expert, compassionate, and professional advice.
Let's be honest: applying to college can be stressful for students and parents. But here's the good news: students have many great options. Robin Mamlet has been dean of admission at Stanford, Swarthmore, and Sarah Lawrence, and journalist Christine VanDeVelde has been through the process firsthand as the parent of a college applicant.
At this event, you'll get clear, comprehensive, and expert answers to all your questions:
* The role of extracurricular activities
* What it means to find a college that's the "right fit"
* What's more important: high grades or tough courses
* What role does testing play
* The best candidates for early admission
* When help from parents is too much help
* Advice for athletes, artists, international students, and those with learning differences
* How wait lists work
* Applying for financial aid
Tickets almost sold out! Parents and students welcome.
This event is free and sponsored by the M-A PTA and the Sequoia Healthcare District.
Refreshments from 6:30 - 7:00 p.m. in the PAC Foyer.
Simultaneous Spanish interpretation will be offered.
For more information, please contact Charlene Margot, Parent Education Series Program Director, at cmargot@csmconsulting.net or 650.868.0590.
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Community News
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Halloween Costume Drive - Give Families in Need a Special Treat
Please help the families of Haven House Family Shelter have a great Halloween by donating new or gently used costumes in all sizes (infant through adult). The Girl Scout troops of Las Lomitas and La Entrada are working together with Suzanne Mitchell (La Entrada Technology Director) to collect costumes at both schools. Look for the bins and Girl Scouts during morning drop off the week of October 7th through October 22nd. No need to even get out of your car, we will take it to the bin for you! ( bins will be out until 10/22).
Haven House, part of Innvision/Shelter Network, offers emergency and transitional housing for homeless families. Each night almost 100 kids (infants to teens) call the shelter home while their parents are working to move them back to permanent housing. Your donation of Halloween costumes will ensure that these families can participate in the fun of the season at a very difficult time in their lives!
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From the Editor
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