Las Lomitas Education Foundation
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We are so grateful for the support of over 60% of our District Families so far. Thank you to all who have contributed! If you have not yet given, the time to give is NOW. Our schools and our students need your support. Please, make your impact, show your commitment, and do your part - every gift of any size matters.
Plus, every gift can help us earn an additional $50,000 through a generous family-funded Participation Grant. We need just 125 more families to reach our participation goal. Can YOU help us?
The parent volunteers of the Las Lomitas Education Foundation have been working for more than five months this year to raise the crucial funds that comprise the second largest source of revenue for our District.
Please take a few minutes and make your contribution TODAY.
It is important to know that the Las Lomitas School Board meets in early February to determine next year's budget. The Foundation must commit to an annual gift amount that the Board can count on, and that we can deliver.
NOW is the time we determine the number of teachers and extracurricular classes that we can support next year.
What could be more important than investing in your child's education? We need your help today. Please click here to DONATE NOW. Thank you! Gratefully, The Parent Volunteers of LLEF
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.
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- Visit http://www.eScrip.com
- Register or renew credit cards at the eScrip website and then designate Las Lomitas Education Foundation (Group ID# 125673324)
- Start Shopping!
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From the Principal
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Rainy Day Drop-Off:
During our rainy mornings, administration will be rerouting parents to the yellow bus lane, once our school busses have left the parking lot, as an additional drop-off opportunity. This should assist in reducing the Morning Drop-Off congestion in the parking lot. Parents are reminded that they are only to use the yellow bus lane as a drop off after our school busses have left the parking lot. Drivers are also asked to pull up as close to the crosswalk as possible in order to support the flow of traffic.
Upcoming Events: - Incoming 6th Grade Parent Meeting for Students w/ Disabilities: 5:45 - 6:30 p.m., Wednesday, January 27th, in the MUR
- Incoming 6th Grade Parent Meeting for all students: 6:30 - 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, January 27th, in the MUR
- Geo Bee: 3:00 - 5:00 p.m., Thursday, January 28th, in Jensen Hall
- Partner Band Concert: 7:00 - 8:00 p.m., Monday, February 1st, at M-A's Performing Arts Center
- Science Fair Project Drop-Off: 3:00 - 4:00 p.m., Wednesday, February 3rd, in Jensen Hall
- Science Fair Awards: 6:30 - 7:30 p.m., Thursday, February 4th, in Jensen Hall
- Chinese New Year Celebration: 11:30 a.m. - 12:50 p.m. (both lunches), Friday, February 5th, on the blacktop
Dear Eighth Grade Families, just to remind you open enrollment will be ending soon, February 19th, so please if you would like your child to attend a different school in the district read the following information. 9th GRADE OPEN ENROLLMENT FOR THE 2016-17 SCHOOL YEAR Ninth Grade Open Enrollment is a period of time when an incoming 9th grade student may request a high school other than their assigned home school to attend. You must complete an online Open Enrollment Transfer Application to be eligible. Friday, February 19, 2016 at 4:00 p.m. - Open Enrollment closes (There are no late exceptions). You will receive a receipt which you should print out for your records after completing the 9th Grade Open Enrollment application. If you have further questions please contact Cynthia Guerra 650-369-1411 ex. 22211 at the Sequoia Union District Office or stop by 480 James Ave, Redwood City, 94062 You do not need to complete an Open Enrollment Transfer Application if you want your child to attend their assigned home school. Here is the link to check your address to see what is your home school is. This application should be submitted if you would like to attend a school other than your assigned school OR you would like to attend East Palo Alto Academy (EPAA). This application should only be submitted if you qualify for, and want to choose, one of the 9th Grade Boundary Exceptions listed on this site.
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Las Lomitas League
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Spring registration for classes is now closed. Jazz Band starts this week. All other classes begin the week of February 1st. All information, including how to contact your child's instructors, can be found on our website.
- If you need to withdraw from a CLASS, you have until 24 hours before the second class to notify the registrar at llleagueregistrar@gmail.com.
- Cancellations are refunded at 90% of the class fee, and there are no refunds after the withdrawal deadline.
TENNISTennis coaches wanted: The La Entrada League Tennis program is in need of two coaches to instruct varsity and junior varsity teams. The season begins in March and runs into early May. Each team would practice twice per week and have a match against neighboring schools. A stipend is attached. For more information, email Tim Goode.
TRACK
Registration is now open for the La Entrada track team. Student-athletes are invited to learn and compete in sprints, distance events, long jump, high jump, shot put, discus and javelin.
Practices being April 11 and continue every Mon/Wed from April 11 through May 18. It's from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. at the Menlo-Atherton High School track. Run faster! Jump higher! Join LE track and field. More info can be found at online.
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PTA News
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Sign Up for the La Entrada Geo Bee Contest!
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 drawstring backpack, 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!
Geo Bee Contest Date and Time: Thursday, January 28th, 3:00 - 5:00 p.m., in Jensen Hall
La Entrada Science Fair -
February 3-5
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 to 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 by emailing Diana Sunshine.
Parents - The La Entrada Science Fair prepares kids for complex projects with 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 at www.sciencebuddies.org.
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.
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School News
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Music Notes
On Monday, February 1, La Entrada's 7/8 Symphonic Band and Jazz Ensemble will be performing in a Partner Band Concert along with Hillview Middle School and Menlo-Atherton High School band students.
Here are the particulars: Partner Band Concert Monday, February 1 7:00 p.m. Concert (6:00 p.m. - student run-through; 6:40 p.m. - doors open to general public) M-A Performing Arts Center
Repertoire performed by our school will include Copland's, "Fanfare for the Common Man", various themes from "Star Wars" and a fun, latin number, "Oye Como Va."
Did you recently upgrade the model of your iPad?
Our K-5 classrooms would love more iPads for creating learning centers! If you have some old iPads around the house that you are not using, please consider donating them tot he district? Simply drop them off at either school, with your name attached, and we'll have a donation letter sent to you. Thank you.
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Parent Education
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THE PARENT EDUCATION SERIES ON FACEBOOK
Now you can Like us on Facebook! The SUHSD Parent Education Series Facebook page will keep you posted about upcoming parent education events, articles on parenting, schools and education, community parent events and more!
LA ENTRADA PARENT EDUCATION SERIES
"Conflict-Free Techniques for Motivating Your Child" - with Eran Magen, PhD, The Center for Supportive Relationships
Tuesday, February 23, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
La Entrada School, Multi-Purpose Room (MUR)
2200 Sharon Road, Menlo Park
Tired of feeling like you're battling your child to do the right thing? In this highly interactive 90-minute workshop, you will learn and practice conflict-free techniques for boosting your child's motivation and cooperation. Reduce your own parenting stress while enjoying a stronger, more cooperative relationship with your teen or pre-teen.
Eran Magen, Ph.D., is the founder and scientific director of the Center for Supportive Relationships, which provides relational skills training for school districts, higher education institutions, healthcare professionals, and private corporations. Dr. Magen received his MA in education and PhD in psychology from Stanford University, completed post-doctoral training in population health as a Robert Wood Johnson Health & Society Scholar, and served as the research director of the department of Counseling and Psychological Services at the University of Pennsylvania.
LE Parent Education Series events are free and open to parents, students, faculty/staff, and community members. This event is sponsored by the La Entrada PTA.
Questions? Email Charlene Margot, M.A., Founding Director, La Entrada Parent Education Series, or call (650) 868-0590.
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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. Open enrollment information for the 2016-2017 school year can be viewed here. Open enrollment closes Friday, February 19, 2016 at 4:00 p.m.. There are no late exceptions.
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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. one morning tour is still available. Thursday, Thursday, February 11 from 8:30 - 10:00 a.m. See our website to sign up and obtain more information.
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