From the Principal
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Spring Conferences are scheduled for March 7-10
Parent-teacher conferences are designed so that information and questions can be shared. Open and ongoing communication is highly valued by our staff and community. For the spring, we are allotted three days for conferencing spread over the 4 scheduled minimum days. Each teacher will either pass out a schedule or have their availability on the online system. To make the most of this time, spring conferences are considered optional and can be requested by the teacher or the parent.
Conferences in grades 4 and 5 - Trimester Ends February 26 Your child's teacher will contact you regarding conferences. The teacher may request a conference with you, or you may request a conference with the teacher. Whether you conference or not, you will receive an updated report card that outlines important information regarding your child's progress. Conferences in grades 6-8 - 3rd Quarter Ends March 25th There are approx. 45 spots for conferences during March 7-10. Teachers may have three times as many students as there are conference slots. (For example, a math teacher may have 150 students, but still only has 45 conference slots!) Conferences are optional and we ask that you keep in mind the limited slots and only sign up for a conference if you feel it very necessary. 6th - 8th Grade Teacher Conference Sign Ups will be Online PTC Wizard is a web based parent/teacher conference scheduling system. Parents can create and manage their conference schedules in an easy and time efficient manner. Here is what you need to do to schedule a parent/teacher conference: -
Registration opens at 7:00 a.m. on Tuesday, February 23.
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You will first need to register and enter the names of your 6th-8th grade children.
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Follow the steps and the program will instruct you on how to choose a child, choose a teacher and set a time for the conference.
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When you have finished scheduling, a confirmation email will be sent to you.
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Conference availability closes at 2:00 p.m. on the school day prior to the conference.
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If a teacher's time slots are full, please call the office. We will keep a wait list.
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If for any reason the online system does not seem to be working for you, please call the office and Mrs. Stosz will assist you.
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Because space is limited, please login and cancel any conference that you will not be able to attend. If you need to cancel after registration has closed for that day, you will need to call the school office.
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The school office number is (650) 854-3962.
Warmest regards, Shannon
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PTA News
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PTA General Meeting March 2, 2016, 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. Featuring Las Lomitas District Architect, Eric Holm
Please submit your box top coupons and keep collecting more every week!
Our earnings goal this year is $500. Together we can make that happen!
As of today, the school has earned $249.80!
Thank you so much for your continued support!
Don't forget that your everyday online purchases can also help our school. Please visit the box top website and designate La Entrada as the school you wish to support. Then, every time you shop online, as long as you enter through the Box Tops web page, a percentage of your purchase will be credited to our school. Please check for the various participating products. Every coupon is valuable and worth 10 cents. Please submit your box tops in a small ziplock bag with your child's full name and core teacher to the school office. There will be a cereal box in office for collection. Please do not submit the expired ones.
Have friends, grandparents, families, office staff, etc. collect Box Tops and bring them in to raise money for our school. We will keep tallying the coupons every week, so please send them as you collect. LE Teachers and staff are also welcome to participate.
The class that collects most by Feb 25th will have a surprise class party!
La Entrada Science Fair 2016
Thank you to the 92 students who participated in the Science Fair this year. A shout out to our parent volunteers: Nikki Gastinel, Molly Drewes, Marie Clemente, Eric Ver Ploeg, John Bargar, Janu Jethani and David Bradley. And we couldn't do it without the support of the La Entrada staff: Shannon Potts, Mark Jones, Whitney Thwaite, Christine Evans, Joanne Tickham and Jen Thelen.
It takes a team effort to make this happen and we appreciate it.
And now, here are the La Entrada Science Fair 2016 - RESULTS:
4th Grade:
1st - Sam V. The Impact of Temperature on the Elasticity of Rubber Bands
2nd - Grace H. Hanging by a Hair
3rd - Will M. Which Bat Hits Farthest?
5th Grade:
1st - Neha L.
& Kira J. What stains Teeth More?
2nd - Luke H. Common Sense for the Martian
3rd - Ntsika M.
& Finn T. Planeria Regrowth
6th Grade:
1st - Kate V. Antibacterial Activity of Different Spices
2nd - Kayla D. Affects of Temperature on Magnets
3rd - Grace B.,
Soo L.,
Sarah R.,
Ella F. &
Hannah L.G. Green Energy
7th & 8th Grade:
1st - Cole T. Should I Be Drinking Sports Drinks after I Sweat?
2nd - Annabelle M. Studying with Music: A+ or Failing Grade
3rd - Dana L.
& Lindsey C. Bean Plant Adaptations to Color of Light
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Las Lomitas Education Foundation
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Thank you to all of our donors. We still need your help to reach our 80% participation goal. It's not too late to donate! PLEASE DONATE NOW.
*As of February 11, 2016
Join us for one last party before the big one! Just a few tickets left. . . Spirit Horse Vineyards' Chef Mike Whalen provides an intimate "underground" dining experience. Beyond wonderful company, you will enjoy a five-course meal of Michelin-level specialties paired with exquisite Spirit Horse wines.
Date: Saturday, February 27, 2016
Save the Date!
Please Plan to join us for the annual Foundation Auction and Spring Party
Saturday, May 14th
5:00-10:30 p.m.
Portola Farms
Tickets go on sale March 1st
Do you have an item you think could help the auction raise money for our schools? A contact somewhere cool? A special item or event? Do you eat at the same place so often they know your name? We need your help! Most of the auction catalog comes from our district parents -- either through a direct donation or an introduction to a contact.
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Las Lomitas League
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We are looking for someone to take over the LLL Basketball Uniform Coordinator position for the 2016-2017 basketball season. Please email Janise Taylor or call (650) 302-2083. This is a great way to get involved in the sports program at LE/LL!
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School News
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Congratulation to the La Entrada Math Team
Select members of the La Entrada Mathemagicians competed against 30 other middle school teams in the MathCounts regional competition on February 6. Big congratulations to Darren S, Vivienne W, Nicholas W, Athena L, Georgia W, Amanda Y, Mateo W, Kharan B, Ally M and Sarah R on an outstanding performance! And special kudos to Amanda Y for making it to the semi-final round of the oral competition.
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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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Community News
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Menlo-Atherton High School Presents...
"Into the Woods"
Opening at the Menlo-Atherton Performing Arts Center on February 26-27 and March 3-5, Into the Woods takes the audience on a musical adventure featuring favorite familiar characters in a lyrically rich re-telling of classic Brothers Grimm fables. Curses, quests, romance, and surprises abound in these woods. Music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by James Lapine.
Come see alumni of La Entrada perform on-stage! Tickets are available at the door or on-line at www.thecenteratma.org. $14 for adults, $10 for students/seniors. Show time is 7:30 p.m.
2016 M-A Foundation Auction Party! Early Bird Tickets on Sale!
Buy your tickets now and keep M-A Rocking! Saturday, March 12, 6:30 to 11:30 p.m. A night of unforgettable music and dancing at the Fox Forum in Redwood City.
This new, fun, club setting is the perfect place to party...where the music (high-energy party band Pulse) and company will rock you and the live auction items will make you roar! #MARocknRoar
Friends of the Menlo Park Library Needs Volunteers
We're looking for help on a regular basis (3-4 hours per week for at least 6 months) at the main Library located at 800 Alma Street. Our volunteers turn 200,000 donated books per year into dollars that support our Library's programs and events. Our Library is a vital community resource for students, alums and parents so please consider joining our team. We offer plenty of training and support plus flexible hours and a congenial environment. Must be eighteen or older. We're reachable by phone at ( 650) 330-2521 and by email at info@friendsmpl.org .
Classroom Volunteers Needed - An Hour a Week Could Change a Student's Life
Have you enjoyed volunteering in your child's classroom? Then consider visiting a classroom in east Menlo Park or East Palo Alto where there are virtually no parent volunteers. Our All Students Matter volunteers work once a week for about an hour on reading and math skills with kids in grades K-4. Sign up now to start in September. We provide training and coordinate everything. To learn more or sign up, visit us online or email Keri Tully.
 Splash into Water Polo This Spring!
Mid Peninsula Water Polo's spring session is open for enrollment! New M-A coach Brandon Johnson is leading these age group sessions to teach kids fundamentals of the game. Emphasis is on fun and learning to play! Water polo is a great sport. Brandon is a three time All-American, played at UC Irvine and professionally in Australia and is just assuming head coach duties at Menlo-Atherton High School. Do not have to be going to M-A to join.
Age group practices: Dates: February 22 to May 8 (12 weeks)
Spring Break - No Practice April 3-10
Location: M-A High School Pool Middle School ($400)
Tuesday, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Executive Function Workshop for Parents
One-Day Workshop for Parents of Children With Executive Function Challenges
If your child struggles with Executive Function (EF) differences, please join us on Saturday, February 27 for Morrissey-Compton's EF Workshop for Parents. Experts will present engaging talks on various executive function topics:
- Metacognition and Self-Awareness
- EF Strategies
- Google Apps and Assistive Technology to Support EF
- Emotional Awareness and Coping
- Problem Solving Between Parents and Child
- Classroom Accommodations and IEPS
- The Brain and How To Use Critical Thinking
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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.
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