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Join us for the La Entrada GeoBee! 
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., Jan. 7th in Room 5
Resources:
Don't miss it! January 8 Spelling Bee 
Congratulations to all who qualified and are planning to compete in the annual La Entrada Spelling Bee (listed below). When you see these students over the next couple of weeks, help them out by tossing them a spelling word for practice. On Thursday, January 8th, come to Jensen Hall at 3 pm to cheer them on as they compete for the grade-level and overall prizes, and the chance to advance to the San Francisco Bee. Who's going to win? Come find out!
Get in on the action! To volunteer at the Bee, contact Jon Venverloh or Janelle London.
Spelling Bee Competitors:
4th grade:
Adrian, Robert, Angelina, William, Ashley, Ntsika, Isabel, Caroline, Ryan, Alexander, Grace, Shelby, Nika
5th grade:
Henry, Garrett, Kayla, Alexander, Elina, Cooper, Clara, Chloe, Alexander, Diana, Sophie, Reza, Sarah, Heath, Darren, Jiho, Griffin, Anna
6th grade:
Lianna, Dylan, Alexandre, Oliver, Jason, Dana, Dylan, Olivia, Sally, William, Nicholas, Georgia, Hunter, Emily
7th grade:
Francesca, Benjamin, Sofia, Simon, Nathaniel, Alice, Jackson, Charlotte, Luke, Laura, Samir, Alexandra, Jennifer, Anna, Amanda,
8th grade:
Emerald, Beckett, Anna, Kiran, Mason, Sophia, Cole, Miranda, Ashley, Katherine
 La Entrada Science Fair - February 4-6, 2015 Students - Get ready for the Science Fair! The Science Fair is a fun event that allows you to work in groups with your friends, to experiment and present your ideas. This self-driven project gives you the opportunity to be creative and think out of the box. Start imagining what you would like to discover and with which friends you would like to work. Please register your project online. Parents - The La Entrada Science Fair prepares kids for more complex projects and team work. The Science Fair process includes posing questions, problem-solving, experimentation and communication. These are all skills all our children need to be successful in our ever-changing world. The Science Fair is a fun way to start mastering these skills. Please encourage your child to participate. You can find a more information about projects and how to's online. All 6th - 8th grade finalists will go to the San Mateo County Science Fair. The finalist from the San Mateo County Science Fair will go to the California State Science Fair. In the past, La Entrada students have been selected to participate in the California State Science Fair - a very prestigious commendation. The La Entrada Science Fair is February 4-6. Please have your child begin thinking about their projects now. Advance planning makes the process more fun AND advanced planning is a skill that will serve all our kids for their entire academic and professional lives. To learn more or to register, please visit our website. If you have any questions, please email the La Entrada Science Fair Committee: Diana Sunshine, Bardia Pezeshki, John Bargar, Chris Jones or Eric Ver Ploeg.
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Las Lomitas Education Foundation
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We are so grateful for the support of a majority of our District Families already, and will be publicly recognizing our donors with Yard Signs in the coming weeks. Give now to earn your Yard Sign!
PLEASE DONATE TODAY!
Corporate Matching Gifts
Inquire about your employer's matching gifts program to increase your donation to the District. Our Matching Gifts Coordinator can help you determine if your company will match your contribution.
 Join or Update eScrip - It's as easy as 1, 2, 3!- Visit http://www.eScrip.com
- Register or renew your Safeway Club Card and credit cards at the eScrip website and then designate Las Lomitas Education Foundation (Group ID# 125673324)
- Start Shopping!
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SPRING REGISTRATION
Spring registration opens on Monday, January 5th at 7:00 p.m. Detailed class descriptions are on our website. Classes for Spring include Ceramics, Digital Photography, Jazz Dance, cooking and more. Please note the meeting day for STEAM has changed to Monday and Kellydroids:Robotics has changed to Friday.
Are you interested in La Entrada's after school Sports and Class programs? Then Join the LLL Board of Directors!
Join the team that provides enriching and fun after-school activities and sports for Las Lomitas and La Entrada students! The Las Lomitas League (LLL) is a parent-led, non-profit organization and we are expanding our board of directors. We have the following open positions:
President-in-training - Shadow the current president and learn about the programs and responsibilities of the LLL President. Lead the board beginning in June 2015.
Basketball Co-Director (in-training) - Work with the current directors to learn about our successful recreational basketball program. Co-lead the program in 2015-2016.
Secretary - Take minutes at board meetings. Maintain records of board policies, actions, etc. Edit LLL articles for Spot/Roar newsletters.
Member-at-Large - Join the LLL board to learn about our programs and help in small ways. We would like an at-large member from each school.
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Parent Education
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M-A and La Entrada Parent Education Series - Special Collaboration!
"The Well-Balanced Student," with Denise Pope, PhD, Stanford University, Challenge Success
Tuesday, February 3, 2015, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
M-A Performing Arts Center (PAC)
Please join us for an outstanding presentation by Dr. Denise Pope, nationally and internationally recognized educator, award-winning lecturer at Stanford University, and co-founder of Challenge Success, Stanford Graduate School of Education, a non-profit organization dedicated to increasing the well-being, engagement, and integrity of our students.
Today's high-pressure, fast-paced culture can interfere with healthy child development. When we are too focused on test scores, performance, and grades, we may deny kids the time and energy they need to effectively tackle the demanding work of growing up. This workshop examines the tensions that can occur between students, parents, and educators over issues such as homework, grades, and the culture of competition. We'll offer parents research-based strategies to create healthier home and school environments.
In this presentation, you will learn:
- How students today are coping-or not-with the academic pressure they face
- Ways you can reduce academic stress without sacrificing achievement or engagement in school
- Strategies to increase resilience, creativity, and well-being for your child
M-A Parent Education Series events are free, sponsored by the Menlo-Atherton PTA, the Sequoia Healthcare District, and the Sequoia Union High School District. This event is also made possible by a grant from the La Entrada PTA.
For more information, email Charlene Margot, The Parent Education Series, Founder/Program Director, or call (650) 868-0590.
Parents, students, faculty/staff, and community members welcome!
Spanish interpretation will be available.
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$1000 for 1000 Words Creative Writing Contest
"My territory as a writer is exploring the unknown." - Leyla Beban
The contest is open to aspiring young authors in grades 6 - 12. Entries must be submitted no later than February 1st, 2015 and must be *exactly* 1,000 words. Contest winners at each grade level will win a $100 cash prize, and the best entry from each of middle school and high school will win a $1,000 scholarship. All winners plus a number of honorable mentions will be published in the 2015 edition of Bluefire. To read excerpts from the winning work from last year, please visit the 2014 Award Celebration page. Last year over 300 entries were received and 22 young authors were published. Help spread the word with the 2015 Contest Flyer. Print it out and help spread the word at your school.
Redwood City Education Foundation Presents Grammy Award Winner Pacific Mambo Orchestra - January 10, 2015
The Grammy award winning Pacific Mambo Orchestra is playing one night only January 10, 2015 7:30 p.m. at the Fox Theatre in Redwood City to benefit music programs in Redwood City Schools.
Pacific Mambo Orchestra infuses the classic Latin Big Band sounds of the 1940s - 1960s with sizzling arrangements and high-energy, original compositions by co-founders Steffen Kuehn and Christian Tumalan.
Front Orchestra tickets include exclusive pre-concert reception to mingle with the band and enjoy drinks and Tapas sponsored by Chef Manual & LV Mar / La Viga. All tickets have dance floor access!
All proceeds benefit the 5000+ elementary students in the "Music for Learning" program sponsored by the Redwood City Education Foundation (RCEF).
Tickets and more information available online.
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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.
Interested in what's going on at Menlo Atherton High School?
Sign up for M-A's BearNotes to receive the weekly newsletter here.
Get to Know Woodside High School
Woodside High School Open House - Take a Walk in Our Paws
Saturday, January 10, 9 a.m. - 12 noon
Register for a 40-minute guided tour led by a current student or parent, visiting a variety of open classrooms on campus. End in the cafeteria to meet Principal Burbank, other campus staff, and parent leaders. Wildcat Wear available for purchase. Allow a bit over an hour for a comfortable visit. Visit the Woodside High School website to sign up.
Parent Tours:
Our 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. See the website for sign ups and more information.
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.
Interested in what's going on at Woodside High School?
Sign up to receive the Woodside High School weekly newsletter here.
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.
- 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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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 personal email accounts are not accepted.
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