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Calendar
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- Tue, Oct 28 - Project Cornerstone "Take It Personally" parent class, 9:30 a.m., MUR
- Wed, Oct 29 - Mandatory LLL basketball coaches meeting, 6:30 p.m., and fingerprinting for new coaches, LE Library
- Fri, Oct 31 - 5th Grade Halloween Parade, 8:30 a.m.
- Sat & Sun, Nov 1 & 2 - LLL Basketball evaluation days, LE Gyms
Next Week:
- Mon, Nov 3 - Coffe with the Principal - bond update, 1:00 p.m.
- Tue, Nov 4 - DELAC meeting, 4:00 p.m., Las Lomitas room 19
- Tue, Nov 4 - Project Cornerstone "Take It Personally" parent class, 9:30 a.m., MUR
- Wed, Nov 5 - PTA executive board meeting, 9:00 a.m., Library
- Thur, Nov 6 - ABC/Parent Readers training, 10:00 a.m., MUR
- Thur, Nov 6 - MA Parent/Student Information Night - 6:30 p.m., Library
- Fri, Nov 7 - First Friday Lunch
For the most up to date
Calendar of Events click HERE.
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Las Lomitas Education Foundation
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The 2014-15 Annual Giving Campaign is under way,
and there's no better time to give than now!
Participation Rankings by Grade as of 10/22/14 -
Kindergarten and 2nd Grade are tied for the lead!
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From the Principal
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Dear Parents,
I would like to correct a mistake in last week's SPOT article concerning Halloween. The Halloween lunchtime activities are being led by Jeni Mahon. Jeni is working closely with the Leadership students to put together a variety of exciting lunchtime games and activities. I know the students are looking forward to participating in this La Entrada tradition. In addition to the lunchtime fun, the 5th graders will march around the blacktop in homemade costumes beginning at 8:30 a.m. We look forward to seeing you then
Best regards,
Shannon
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PTA News
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Now collecting books for the La Entrada Used Book Fair!
Please donate your unwanted books (children's and adult) to this fantastic event -- 100% of the proceeds go directly to La Entrada School and PTA funded programs. Books will be collected from October 13 through Nov 1 at both Las Lomitas and La Entrada. And don't forget to mark your calendars for the La Entrada Used Book Fair (Nov 10th -14th) -- it's a great place to shop for new and like-new books for the whole family! Please, no technical or textbooks.
To volunteer to help set up the Book Fair, or to sell books during the Fair, please visit us online.
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Announcing the La Entrada Spelling Bee
The La Entrada Spelling Bee will take place on January 8, 2015. Here's how it works: All students are given a 20-word spelling test in class sometime between October 13-24. (In the event of absence, make-up testing should be coordinated directly with the student's teacher.) Qualifying students are identified based on the test scores, invited to the Bee, and provided a study packet. The Bee champion advances to the KPIX-TV & KCBS Radio AM & FM Spelling Bee. The Bee follows the rules of the Scripps National Spelling Bee.
Ways to prepare:
1. Watch the movies Akeelah and the Bee and Spellbound to get inspired.
2. Check out the spelling words at http://myspellit.com/.
3. Read, read, read!
NOTE: There is still space available at the Spelling Test Grading Party on Tuesday, November 4, from 9:00 to 11:00 am. Snacks! Camaraderie! Laughs galore! Absolutely free! To sign up, contact Jon Venverloh or Janelle London.
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 Join us for the La Entrada Geo Bee!All La Entrada students, grades 4 - 8, are invited to participate in the La Entrada Geo Bee. Our top 10 finalists will receive a cool water bottle, the top two finalists will receive t-shirts, and the winner will take a qualifying test for a chance to compete at the National level! Join us for some fun and share your passion and knowledge of geography! Important dates and resources:
Geo Bee Contest Date and Time:
Tuesday, January 27th, 3:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Lunchtime Practice Sessions (for both lunches):
Wed., Nov. 19th in the Library
Wed., Dec. 17th in Room 5
Wed., Jan. 7th in Room 5
Resources:
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Career Day Committee Chair Needed
This is an opportunity for parents and community members to come forward and share their careers with 7th and 8th graders. Chairing this committee will likely take a day of prep to ensure that we have all of the adults ready and setting up the MUR on the day of the event, March 20. We have a parent of a 4th grader who is willing to assist with the event preparation.
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Las Lomitas League
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Basketball Player Evaluations
Registration has closed and we're preparing for the upcoming player evaluations and team formation this weekend, Nov 1-2. Schedules are posted on our website, and you should also get an email from a grade-level division coordinator confirming your child's evaluation time. If you volunteered to be an Evaluation Day Assistant, you will be notified about the time to arrive. If you haven't been contacted by Wednesday Oct 29, please email Sue Bartalo or Kathleen Liston.
Coaches announce their teams and practice schedule about a week after player evaluations, once we've finalized rosters. Practices begin in mid-November, Menlo Park League games (3rd-7th grade) beginFriday, Dec. 5th and MPMSL (8th grade) games begin Monday, Dec. 15. Additional information about the basketball program can be found on our website.
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Community News
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Stanford Splash Fall 2014
Splash is a program that brings high school and middle school students from everywhere to Stanford's campus for a two-day learning extravaganza. Classes are taught by Stanford undergraduates, graduate students, and other community members.
Student registration will close Tuesday, October 28, 2014! Splash itself will take place the weekend of November 8-9, 2014.
To help you through our registration process, please download and refer to this Splash student registration guide. Student registration is broken into two phases: (1) the class lottery and (2) the first-come first-serve class sign-ups. Please keep this in mind during the registration process.
PHASE 1: Class Lottery
The class lottery phase ends Tuesday, October 28 at 11:59 p.m. After this deadline, the lottery will run, and students will be randomly placed into classes that they have selected as ones they are interested in taking. Because the lottery is random, we recommend you mark as many classes as "interested" as possible! There is no incentive to enter the lottery as soon as it opens. The preferences of all students who enter the lottery before the deadline are considered equally. In other words, you will not be at a disadvantage if you enter your lottery late, as long as you enter by October 28!
PHASE 2: First-come First-serve Class Sign-ups
Once the lottery is run, student registration will re-open and all students will be free to enroll in remaining open spots of classes on a first come first-serve basis. This phase will run from October 30 to November 3. After November 3, students cannot change their schedule online except to cancel their entire registration for Splash.
If you have any questions, you can refer to our FAQ here or send us an email to stanfordesp@gmail.com.
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High School News
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Sequoia Union High School District Open Enrollment Policy:
New changes to 9th Grade Open Enrollment were approved by the Board of Trustees effective for the 2015-16 school year. The open enrollment policy for the 2015-2016 can be viewed here.
Get to Know M-A High School
Campus Tours:
M-A leadership students will guide you around campus and answer any questions. Tours take place on the first Wednesday of the Month from October to February, some additional dates in January. See the website for sign ups and more information.
Shadow Days:
Shadow dates are now available online. The programs pairs prospective 8th graders with a 9th grade host to attend classes during a typical day at M-A. Sign up to shadow here.
La Entrada Parent Information Night:
Mr. Zito, principal of Menlo Atherton High, will speak at the La Entrada M-A Parent Info Night at 6:30 p.m., November 6 in the La Entrada MUR.
M-A Parent Education Series
"A Conversation About College Admission," M-A Performing Arts Center (PAC)
Wednesday, November 12, 2014, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
An open-ended discussion with two college experts promises an insider's look into the college admission process. According to Director Brennan, "We in college admission work to change the world every day." Don't miss this great opportunity for juniors and seniors to learn about the college admission process! Parents, students, faculty/staff, and community members welcome. Spanish interpretation will be available. Register online here. For more information, email Charlene Margot or call (650) 868-0590.
Interested in what's going on at Menlo Atherton High School?
Sign up for M-A's BearNotes to receive the weekly newsletter here.
Attention Parents of 8TH Graders!
Want to get the scoop on M-A from current M-A parents? The Foundation for the Future is sponsoring a coffee for the purpose of community education. Join parents who currently have students at M-A for an informal conversation about the school on Wednesday, November 12, from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. at the home of Roxy and Chet Bozdog, 33 Irving Avenue, Atherton. Coffee and refreshments will be served. Please send an email to rsvp@mafoundation.org if you plan to attend.
Get to Know Woodside High School
7th & 8th Grade Parent and Students Information Night:
Parents and students, come and meet the Woodside administration, teachers, counselors, support staff, and current students and parents. Learn about Woodside's academic and extra-curricular programs, and have all of your questions addressed by our staff. We look forward to seeing you Wednesday, November 5th at 7:00 p.m. in the Performing Arts Center. No rsvp is necessary.
Shadow Days:
Shadowing will take place between mid-September till early February of the school year. This 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. This is a wonderful opportunity to meet new people; we are sure that you will find Woodside students to be friendly, welcoming, and fun. Register here to shadow at Woodside.
The Freshman Video:
Are you wondering what it is like to attend Woodside High School? What makes Woodside High School special and different from other high schools? Well, wonder no more...go to our website and scroll to the bottom of the page.
Woodside Parent Education Series
"The Second Goal Parent®: Developing Winners in Life through Sports" with Positive Coaching Alliance (PCA)
Thursday, November 13, 7:00- 8:30 p.m., Woodside High School MUR
The Woodside Parent Education Series welcomes Positive Coaching Alliance (PCA) in "The Second Goal Parent®: Developing Winners in Life through Sports." In this interactive workshop (60-minute presentation followed by 30-minute Q & A), parents learn how they can help ensure their student's athletic experience yields healthy, developmental (physical, social, mental) outcomes that will serve them far beyond the playing field.
Parents who attend this workshop will be able to:
- Match their behavior as parents to goals for their student's youth sports experience
- Teach their children about the importance of a growth-mindset
- Understand what is expected of them as a sports parent
- Learn how to talk to your child about a bad game (the ride home)
Positive Coaching Alliance is a national non-profit developing "Better Athletes, Better People" by working to provide youth and high school athletes with a positive, character-building youth sports experience.
Interested in what's going on at Woodside High School?
Sign up to receive the Woodside High School weekly newsletter here.
 SEQUOIA PARENT EDUCATION SERIES "Performing Gender: Why It's Important to Support Your Teen's Identity" with Anthony Ross, MS.Ed., Outlet Program Director, Adolescent Counseling Services (ACS)
Thursday, November 6, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m., Sequoia High School, MPR
Join Anthony Ross from Outlet for an eye-opening conversation about "performing gender" and the role gender plays in developing teens' identities. In this workshop, parents will learn how to support their teens' gender identity and sexual orientation by creating a welcoming environment for all kids to thrive.
Founded in 1997, Outlet empowers Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer and Questioning (LGBTQQ) youth and builds safe and accepting communities through support, education, and advocacy. Outlet envisions a world that embraces, empowers, and celebrates LGBTQQ youth.
Register online here. For more information, email Charlene Margot or call (650) 868-0590.
Get to know Summit Prep and Everest Charter High Schools
Be a part of a public education reform movement that prepares students for 21st
century success in college, career, and life!
8th Grade Open House Dates:
At Summit Public Schools we believe that all students should be prepared to be successful college students and career professionals for the 21st century. With our small and personalized environment, we focus on the whole child and foster the growth of critical thinking skills and habits of success. Please join us as we walk you through the day in the life of a Summit Prep student. Shadow day sign-ups are only be available at Open House events. Sign-ups for Open House events are not necessary.
- Tuesday, November 4th at 7:00 p.m. @ Everest (455 Fifth Avenue in Redwood City)
- Thursday, December 4th at 7:00 p.m. @ Summit Prep (890 Broadway in Redwood City)
- Saturday, February 7th at 10:00 a.m. @ Everest (455 Fifth Avenue in Redwood City)
For more information on Summit Schools, click here.
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From the Editor
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The Leopard's Spot is published by the La Entrada PTA as a service to the La Entrada families and community. Before submitting an article, please read our newsletter policies. To submit an item, email it to the editor at leopardsspot@llesd.org by 12:00 midnight on the Wednesday prior to the Monday publication date. Submissions to any personal email accounts are likely to be inadvertently omitted.
Submission Requirements:
- In the subject line of the email, please include the section in which you wish your item to be placed (see our newsletter policies for the list of our regular sections); for example, the subject may read "PTA News" for any item related to PTA programs.
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