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A Note from the PTA Presidents
As our year comes to a close, it is hard to believe that it is over. We have been so fortunate to have all the support we have had, from our executive board, Ashley Banks, Sandie Timm, Shari Guggenheim, MJ Crousore, Debbie Siegel, Sara Leake, Laura Glader and Rachel Lokey, to the administration, Sonya Dineen, Shannon Potts and Lisa Cesario and we thank you. Our biggest thank you however goes out to the amazing volunteers that chaired and worked our PTA programs, without the parents and grandparents like yourselves our lunches wouldn't get served, Halloween would be without treats and the Holiday Fair would not provide the fun and gifts that our students and families enjoy. Let's not forget the wonderful educational programs and competitions
like, GeoBee, Reflections, Spelling Bee and Science Fair that would not have been a success without you.
There are many other programs, but we don't have the space to list them all here, so instead we will send our thanks and appreciation to the following heroes: Rebecca Grant, Julie Chandik, Diane Appel, Susan Fitch, Stacy May, Stacey Alexander, Monica Albers, Kelly Holzrichter, Maggie Oren, Patrina Mack, Sheriene Saddati, Cindy Tipton, Jeni Mahon, Gina Gonzales, Pamela Strang, Marsha Abbott, Leslie King, Stacy Molano, Esther Dicks, Ginny Rader, Janelle London, Gerald Wluka, Lucia Tedesco, Michelle Dillabough, Jennifer Le, Kathy Kau, Ann Crady Weiss, Carrie Littlefield, Julie Ann Min, Sara Stremple, Rachel Perkocha, Kari Mueller, Susy Politi and Patrica Sullivan.
Thank you for a fabulous year!
Laurel Timpson O'Neill and Lisa Reid
Co-Presidents PTA
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First Kindness Week a Huge Success! Thank you, Shari Guggenhime!!!
"No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted."
Last week, Kindness Week was celebrated at La Entrada. The week was focused on little things making a big difference. There were posters, flyers, stations at lunch, inspirational videos as well as a "Kindness Tree" that displayed acts of kindness by the students and teachers. Many thanks to all of the teachers, staff, administration and parents who made Kindness Week a success. We hope that the week spread a little kindness throughout the La Entrada community.
A HUGE THANKS goes out to Shari Guggenhime, who envisioned, spearheaded, and ensured Kindness Week was a huge success!!! Our children are fortunate to have you in their village!
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Your PTA Endorses Measure A...and Asks You to Vote "Yes"!!!
The Sequoia Union High School District has a bond up for vote on the Tuesday, June 3 election. The district's great high schools have drawn families to its communities, causing a surge in student enrollment. Enrollment has increased by 20% over the last 12 years and is expected to grow another 20% in the next 7 years. Measure A will provide additional classrooms and labs, as well as updated technology to help the district continue its excellent academic programs as student enrollment grows.
Please visit the Yes on A website at www.greatsequoiahighschools.org to learn about Measure A and how you can help. If you have additional questions about Yes on A, please email Jennifer Le at jenfle@gmail.com.
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School News
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'14-'15 ASB Elections
Students of all talents and backgrounds are encouraged to run for next year's La Entrada's ASB (Association of Student Body). There will be an informational meeting at the beginning of lunch on Monday, May 5th in Mrs. Rianda's room 20 to hear more about the ASB position/s and students will be able to pick up a candidate's packet. Hope to you see your student there!
If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Rianda at trianda@llesd.org.
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La Entrada's Annual "Sounds of Spring" Band Concert
Thursday, May 29, 6:30pm at Sharon Park
Please be sure to bring along a comfortable lawn chair or blanket along with your favorite beverage and munchies as well as your neighbors, friends and family members.
All the school bands will be participating including the fifth graders, sixth graders, 7th and 8th grade combined symphonic band as well as our jazz ensemble. Don't miss out on an evening of jazz, pops and light classic music performed by our own students!
NOTE CORRECTION: Fifth Grade Band Parents please note two full band dress-rehearsals will be coming up for your children to attend. This will be an opportunity for all of the fifth grade band students to play their concert music together prior to the spring concert. The students will meet in the music room at 7:30AM on the following days to practice together: Friday, May 23rd and Tuesday, May 27th.
Open House Music Mini-Concerts
Tuesday, May 20th 2014 La Entrada Music Room A 'Come and Go' Affair
6:30PM- 7th Grade Tenor Sax Solo: Alexander K. - tenor saxophone
Organ Fugue in G minor by J. S. Bach
6:35PM- 7th Grade Tenor Sax Solo: Julien R. - tenor saxophone
Super Mario Brothers Medley by Motoi Sakuraba
6:40PM- 5th Grade Clarinet Solo: Ava T. - Clarinet , Emily X.- piano accompaniment
The Good Life by Bruce Pearson
6:45PM- 5th Grade Piano Solo: Leben K.- piano
Eine Kleine Nachtmusik by W. A. Mozart
Rage Over a Lost Penny by L. Beethoven
6:50PM- 8th/5th Grade Flute Duet: Nicole K.- flute, Marygrace W.- flute
Wayfaring Stranger by John Wyeth
6:55PM- 7th Grade Alto Sax Solo: Alexander C. - alto saxophone
Pokemon Red and Blue by Junichi Masuda
7:00PM- 4th Grade Percussion Solo: Rameen S.- Persian drums,Improv
7:05PM- 7th Grade Piano Solo: Thomas K.- piano
Waltz in Bb Major by Franz Schubert
Rustic Dance by Paul Creston
7:10PM- 8th Grade Piano Solo: Marc M.- piano
Sonata in E minor (mmt II- Andante molto) by Edward Grieg
7:15PM- 5th grade Flute Solo: Lindsey C.- flute
The Good Life by Bruce Pearson
7:20PM- 7th grade Piano Solo: Amrita B.- piano
Siciliana by J.S. Bach
Symphony in D minor by Cesar Franck
7:25PM- 8th grade Alto Sax Solo: Andrew T. - alto saxophone Au Privave by Charlie Parker
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Last Call for Yearbooks!
There are still yearbooks available for purchase. Cost is $38.00 and forms are located in the office.
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Las Lomitas Education Foundation
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LAS LOMITAS - LA ENTRADA FUN RUN
To all the participants, volunteers and our Sponsors
THANK YOU!
 Tickets to adult and kids events are available at www.llef.org/auction. Don't miss out on our great end of year and back to school parties for the kids, as well as Mother/Son Bowling and the Sweetheart Dance! We have a great offering of events for the adults, too! Tickets are still available to most of our in demand parties...be sure to look online and buy your tickets now!
Please Support Our Schools
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Sequoia Union High School District News
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Incoming M-A Parents: Join the Admin Support Committee
Get familiar with M-A by volunteering with the Admin Support Committee - Is your 8th grader attending Menlo-Atherton High School next year? If so, please sign up to be on the administrative support volunteer list. There are no specific obligations. When the M-A Administration needs parent volunteers, we send out an email. If the volunteer opportunity fits in your schedule, you sign up; otherwise no need to respond.
A sampling of events that use lots of parent volunteers are Arena Check-In, textbook distribution, schedule distribution, AP sign-ups, and AP test proctoring. Volunteering for Administrative Support a few times a year is loads of fun and a great way to meet other M-A parents and find out what's happening at M-A. To be added to the list, please add your contact information through this form: M-A Admin Support Committee. Thank you and welcome to M-A!
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8th Graders Headed to M-A
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Did you miss the M-A Online Auction? We reopened these two events specifically for middle school families, but hurry...spaces are selling fast!
Class of 2018 Parent Party - If you have an incoming M-A freshman, you won't want to miss this traditional freshman parent party held the evening of the Welcome Dance.
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Incoming M-A HS Parents: Volunteers Needed for Challenge Day 2014!
Join us Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, October 27, 28, and 29th for this memorable one-day workshop that promotes compassion, communication and community building among the Class of 2018. 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. Volunteers are needed to be small group facilitators on the three days from 8:15 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
To volunteer pick the date which works best for you, then e-mail your preference (be sure to specify the date) to Lauren Calhoon and Rachel Lokey 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
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Library Volunteers Needed in East Palo Alto and Eastern Menlo Park
Students in the Ravenswood School District are working hard to learn to read in spite of many challenges, and your support can make all the difference. We're looking for volunteers to work with students when classes visit their school libraries - reading with children, helping them find books they love, checking-out books, and providing much-needed encouragement. Want to learn more? Please join us for an informational coffee on Thursday, May 15th at 9 am in Menlo Park. If you have questions, or to RSVP, please email helen.plewman@sbcglobal.net You can find more information about our programs by visiting http://readerstakeflight.org.
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PLAYFWD Community 3-5K Walk/Run - Supporting Education and Children
Date: Saturday, May 31, 2014, 9:00 a.m.
Location: Foothill College, Los Altos Hills
We have launched a new campaign and we need your participation to help support education and kids. Join us and support our cause! Walk, play and have fun with family and friends. 100% of funding raised supports school programs for education and sports worldwide. Great prizes for 1. Best Costumes 2. Highest Group Participation 3. Highest Fundraisers. Use discount code for LA ENTRADA participants only: laentrada. Registration link: http://www.stayclassy.org/los-altos-hills/events/playfwd-3-5k-walk-run-event-foothill-college/e33248.
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Volunteers Needed: US Paralympic Track and Field Nationals
Sharon Kelleher, Riekes Center staff member and US Paralympic tennis player, is the volunteer coordinator for the US Paralympic Track & Field National Championships which will be coming to the College of San Mateo from June 20-22. This event is put on by the US Olympic Committee in conjunction with the Pacific Association of USA Track & Field.
Manager of Communications and Adaptive Programs Riekes Center for Human Enhancement
3455 Edison Way, Menlo Park CA 94025
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Fall Sports
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Please enjoy this information on fall sports. These announcements are not endorsements from the La Entrada PTA.
AYSO Region 109 Menlo Park - Atherton Soccer
Everyone Plays - Balanced Teams - Open Registration
Positive Coaching - Good Sportsmanship - Player Development
FALL SEASON SOCCER: Boys & Girls, Ages 4-14
REGISTER: April 1st - May 31st
Please go to this link to register: https://r25.webyouthsoccer.com/online_reg/login.php
FEES: $175 until June 1st (U8 and up), $225 late registration, $125 Kinder (U6)
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Alpine Strikers FC Tryouts for Fall 2014
Want fun competitive soccer for the fall? Join the Alpine Strikers FC !!! High quality professional coaching and fun play in local league games. Tryouts for all age groups, 6 years old and up, will be starting the week of May 13th. Please go to www.alpinestrikers.org for more information and registration.
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Summer Camps and Sports
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Please enjoy this information on summer camps. These announcements are not endorsements from the La Entrada PTA.
Summer Youth Swim Team
Menlo Mavericks offers two opportunities for youth swimmers this summer at Burgess and Belle Haven Pools. Join Menlo Mavericks at Burgess now and enjoy the benefits of a year-round swim team with daily practices, USA Swim meets and monthly clinics. Coach Aaron is also pleased to announce a summer-only swim team starting June 16 at Belle Haven Pool for levels 1-3. Three practices a week with participation in summer recreational meets. Mavericks Youth Water Polo Menlo Mavericks Water Polo offers two year-round teams for girls and boys under 12 and under 14. Three practices a week throughout the summer, with fun summer league tournaments. Join today!
Torch Summer Girls Basketball Camp
High level coaching meets high level fun! Girls grades 3rd - Varsity will work with SHP Varsity Coach Melanie Murphy, Gunn Coach James Testa, and Stanford guests to learn the fundamentals of the game in a fun, high energy environment. Participants will execute fundamentals learned in live game play.
Registration deadline: June 4, 2014
Jeff Arons' Tennis Camp at Sacred Heart Schools
Jeff Arons is the director of tennis for Sacred Heart Schools. His coaching experiences include founding/directing the East Palo Alto Tennis and Tutoring Program and coaching a Wimbledon doubles champion. His morning camps offer the beginning/intermediate level player the opportunity to develop their skills in a child friendly and fun environment. His afternoon camps are geared towards improving the match play performance of intermediate and advanced players.
Grades: 1st through 12th
Location: Sacred Heart Schools, Atherton
Days: Monday through Friday
Times: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Sessions: Ten one week sessions beginning June 9 and ending August 15
Note: We offer a 10% discount to all campers who attend multiple sessions
Camp Menlo Summer Camp registration is now open for camps starting June 2, including our award-winning Camp Menlo Aquatics camp for kids age 4.5-9, Jr Lifeguard for age 9-14, Tennis and Swim for age 7-14, Performance Swim for age 9-18, and two Water Polo camps for beginners and more experienced players. www.campmenlo.com
Summer Writing Camps
Weekly sessions start June 16th - Aug. 25th. Camps run AM 9:30-12 or PM 2-4:30, M-F. $275 per week. Held at Omega's writing studio, downtown Menlo Park, across from Trader Joe's. Entering grades 5th-12th. Small class size divided by grades and themes including "Going to the Dogs" ,"Myths and Monsters" (for incoming 5-8) and other courses including "Intro to Literature" for grades 9-12. Discounts for multiple courses, early enrollment by March 31st. For all courses, please contact and register directly with instructor Jennifer Tsay, Stanford BA English, Harvard JD at tsay_jennifer@yahoo.comor 650.324.1662. www.omegateaching.com
Big Fun Writing
Lisa Mitzel is a dynamic instructor in Menlo Park. She is a published writer, speaker, an NCAA National Champion gymnast, and a former coach at Stanford University. With an MFA in Writing, Lisa offers Writing Camps, Workshops, and Tutoring for your child or teenager. Look at June and July dates for fun, skill development, and personal attention - Essays and Creative Writing. See LisaMitzel.com/Writing and contact Lisa at heymitz@gmail.com or 650-279-0680.
Summer Math Camp
Mathitude presents a Fun & Exciting MATH game experience that will change the way your children will think about Math! This camp is not a 'pencil and paper' camp. Instead, it's a massive game the children play all week. Children will rotate between stations, guided by trained counselors. Stations include the Design Center, Math Arcade, Treasure Hunting and 007 Secret Agent. The children roll the dice, or draw a card, to determine their math task (based on interest and level). Each task attempted and/or solved will earn tokens the children redeem for prizes at our Gift Shop. For entering grades 2 - 8 (all levels welcome). Go to www.Mathitude.com to learn more and register!
i2Camp
This summer camp at Castilleja School, has been developed with the goal of engaging middle school girls in the fields of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM.) The Jr Camp is open to entering 5th-6th graders, and Sr Camp is open to entering 7th-8th graders. Tuition is $750 per week which includes all materials, supplies, field trips, snacks and lunch each day. The dates of operation are:
July 7-July 11, 2014
July 14-July 18, 2014
July 21-July 25, 2014
July 28-August 1, 2014
For more info, email i2camp@castilleja.org or go to: www.castilleja.org/i2camp.
La Entrada Coding and 3D Printing Camp
Are you going to be a 4th, 5th, or 6th grader next year? Do you want to learn what it takes to computer program in a fun and supportive way? Then look no further and join La Entrada's Coding Camp, hosted by Mr. Parker Kelly, La Entrada's technology teacher. With over 20 years of teaching experience, 14 as the technology teacher at La Entrada, he will guide you, over a two week period, as we explore a variety of different programming languages and resources as well as some fun multimedia projects. First off, participants will receive hands-on practice using a variety of addicting, age appropriate, tools and online resources to learn about coding. In addition, students will get a chance to explore powerful media manipulation tools such as Photoshop CS6, a broadcasting studio, Garageband, iMovie, Autodesk 3D software and our newly purchased
Makerbot 3D printer in our brand new iMac lab. Enrollment is limited to the first 16 students per 2 week session so do not delay in registering. Here are the specifics:
Where: La Entrada Middle School, iMac lab, 2200 Sharon Rd., Menlo Park CA
Who: Students entering 4th, 5th, or 6th grade in the fall of 2014
When: Choose between two 2-week sessions OR take both!
· Session 1: June 16-27, 2014, 8:30-12
· Session 2: July 7-18, 2014, 8:30-12
Cost: $600 per 2 week session, $1100 for both sessions
For additional information, here is a link to the flyer http://tinyurl.com/leccflyer and here is the link to registration http://tinyurl.com/mrf6oeg. There are still plenty of spots available. Don't delay, signup today!
It is not too soon to register for any Alpine Strikers summer camp sessions. The camp is for 6 to 10 year old kids excited about soccer. All are welcome. Our professional coaching staff group the kids according to individual skill levels and ages to guaranteed a positive, child focused and high energy experience. Registration is now open at www.alpinestrikers.org.
The Legends Baseball Camp Experience
Ages 6-12, all levels, with the Menlo Park Legends collegiate/semi-pro baseball team!
The Legends Baseball Experience is a one of a kind summer program, which connects campers, with semi-professional baseball players from across the country who play on the Menlo Park Legends summer team. Our infamous 5:1 camper to coach ratio promotes the most intimate learning environment possible and enables campers to develop meaningful relationships with their baseball heroes. Our innovative and proven coaching methods integrate small group instruction with drills, games and exciting competitions to ensure your child is building confidence while simultaneously developing new baseball skills. It's more than a camp - It's an EXPERIENCE!
SixFifty Lacrosse
SixFifty Lacrosse is thrilled to announce the addition of 3 summer camp weeks in Menlo Park - July 21-24, August 4-7, andAugust 11-14, 2014. These camp experiences are fun, high-energy teaching environments designed for:
- Novice or beginner players learning the basics of the game,
- Experienced players with a desire to take their next steps in the development of their game.
- Boys & Girls from incoming 3rd graders to outgoing 8th graders.
Captivating Dance by Nona Summer Dance Camp Learn/improve dance techniques for Hip Hop, Jazz, Lyrical/Contemporary, Tap, Ballet, and more! Additional fun activities included throughout the week. Great opportunity to learn from Nona Ybarra, multi-award winning choreographer/instructor, CDBN competition dance instructors, as well as some of Nona's Elite winning CDBN dance team members. For advanced campers only - a different special guest choreographer will teach a master class during one day of each weeklong session! Ages: boys and girls 4-17 Location: 1923 Menalto Dance Studio (Beginning/Intermediate) or 1919 Menalto Dance Studio Times: Monday-Friday: 9-4 (Beginning/Intermediate); 10-2:30(Advanced) Sessions: June 16-July 28; three to four weeklong sessions, depending on level Fees: $385/week (family and multi-week enrollment discounts available) Contact: admin@captivatingdancebynona.com for registration forms or visit our website: www.captivatingdancebynona.com Encore Lacrosse Camp Encore Lacrosse is excited to host the most FUNdamental lacrosse camp for introductory and intermediate players! Sign up to play the "fastest sport on two feet!" No previous experience is needed for beginners as safe soft balls are used, and lacrosse sticks can be purchased ($30) and delivered at camp. Equipment rentals are available for the intermediate division. For more information visit the intro/intermediate tab of the lacrosse section at www.EncoreLacrosse.com or e-mail at info@EncoreLacrosse.com. Yosemite Sierra Summer Camp Founded in 1973, YSSC offers two-week summer camp experiences for children 8 to 16 years old. A faith-based, adventure program with outstanding staff, YSSC provides a fun and nurturing environment through which campers grow in character, skills, relationships, and faith. Activities include water skiing, hiking, ropes course, volleyball, archery, crafts, marksmanship, team games, campfires, skits, and so much more. Through these activities and a community of caring role models, campers come away from YSSC with increased confidence, independence, friendship and problem solving skills. Check out www.yssc.com. Young Outliers
At Young Outliers, we inspire the next generation of creative thinkers and innovators
... cultivating the imagination for a world of constant change.
Each camp involves three components: topics, design, and business Students explore ideas, build a team, design & build a product, upload to the marketplace, and then get a real check in the mail! We have 4 camps: DESIGN SCIENCE, DESIGN WORLD, DESIGN SCI-FI, and DESIGN SONG.
Sign up for 4 camps this summer, give your child the gift to discover their passions and explore the word of design entrepreneurs. Read more and sign up at www.youngoutliers.com. Summer Camp in PV: Programming Java with Minecraft
This is a great way for kids (grades 5-8) who love games to learn programming and build their own Minecraft mods. We use a real programming language - Java - on a real world server that your child will setup and configure. In its second season, the camp is run by local CMS graduate and current Priory student, Jack Youstra, with assistants (and adult oversight) for a 3:1 student:teacher ratio. There are two week-long sessions available: 7/6 and 7/13. Camp days are 9AM-3PM with an optional extended day plan that covers 3-5PM. To learn more about the camp, email Jack Youstra at jack@youstra.com or call 644-7519.
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From the Editor
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