Hello Stanley Families-
On January 25th we held our second Character Assembly for all students. These assemblies are designed to communicate our expectations for student behavior and for how CHARACTER COUNTS for all of us. Our focus was on being a good citizen, both here at school but also online in the digital world. We have been lucky to share great models for citizenship like former Stanley student paraplegic mountain climber Steve Wampler and female education activist Malala Yousafzai.
Students then had the opportunity to show their character and citizenship by participating in our annual canned food drive. Stanley students brought in 7,561 pounds of canned food for the Contra Costa Food Bank! Many thanks go to the Leadership Class, the PE Department, and teachers Victoria Shegoian, Geoff McCalmont and Rachel Pledger for helping to make this event such a huge success. Finally, in a continued partnership with the Lafayette Police Department to promote bike safety, officers came at lunch this past Wednesday to speak to students about being safe cyclists. They spoke about the importance of wearing helmets, following traffic laws, being visible to other vehicles, and watching for traffic and other hazards. We appreciate Officers Black, Shaman and Comly for their time and commitment to the safety of our students and cyclists in the Lafayette community. Thanks for your continued support! David Schrag Principal, Stanley Middle School |
PTA Announcements and Events
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PTA PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
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Dear Fellow Parents, We have formed a new committee chair position called Helping Hands to support Stanley families in need with meals, driving, etc. I would like to thank Sarah Carrillo who has stepped up to chair this important job in our Stanley community. If you would like to help out on her committee or if you know of a family in need, please contact her directly at carrillo1217@aol.com. Thank you Sarah! Binder Hospital could use some parent volunteers. This is a really important program we offer for kids who need help with organization. I remember when my older son was attending Stanley a few years ago, he was sent to Binder Hospital and he came home all excited about his new organized binder and how they were so nice and helpful! I couldn't seem to get him organized, but Binder Hospital could. Would you consider helping out once or twice a month on Tuesday or Thursday from 11:40-12:40 to support kids as they sort through and better organize their backpacks and school work? If interested, please contact our chair, Renee Lim, directly at itsthem@comcast.net. I know your support would be much appreciated! Did you know that the Stanley PTA helps to fund math support during lunch and after school? If you child could use extra help in any area of math, every week our wonderful teachers are available Monday, Wednesday and Friday during lunch, and Tuesday and Thursday after school from 3:00-4:00 PM. Please encourage your student to take advantage of this free help. Also, all math teachers are available by appointment. Please see this Math Help flyer for more information. Wishing you a safe and relaxing Presidents' Day Weekend! Kelly Mains PTA President 2015-16
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BINDER HOSPITAL
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Binder Hospital Needs YOU!
Do you enjoy that sense of accomplishment when you've helped someone, anyone, organize themselves? If so, this is the opportunity you've been waiting for!
Binder Hospital is in search of 4-6 volunteers who are available Tuesday OR Thursday from 11:40-12:40 to help kids sort through and better organize their backpacks and school work. This is minimal volunteer time - once or twice a month is sufficient and would be a HUGE help to the teachers and current volunteers managing the program.
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Stanley and Lafayette School District
Announcements & Events
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GERMAN DEPARTMENT
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Great news from the German department: 3 students won prizes in the national German writing contest. Out of almost 800 submissions throughout the USA, there were 70 winners including Stanley's Anika Thompson, Anna Weier and Kylie Wood. They were awarded diplomas and gift certificates by the representative of the German ministry of education, Alexander Wildgans. Only 3 German teachers in Northern California had students selected for this honor. Teacher Claudia Windfuhr is all smiles!
From left: Claudia Windfuhr, Anika Thompson, Anna Weier, Alexander Wildgans, Kylie Wood.
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PARENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
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Stanley PAC (Parent Advisory Committee)
Did you know that Stanley has a Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) comprised of parent representatives from all four feeder elementary schools and 6th, 7th, and 8th grade parent representatives
from Stanley?
The PAC meets monthly with Principal David Schrag to discuss school-related issues, to provide input from a variety of parent perspectives, and to share information with the parent community.
Our PAC reps from Stanley for this year are as follows:
We welcome your input and invite you to contact your grade level representative, if you have questions, concerns and/or feedback about issues related to Stanley Middle School.
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MATH HELP
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Stanley Middle School
Math Help!
Get extra help in math (any level) at these locations!
LUNCH:
Monday, Room 304, Ms. Howard
Wednesday, Room 208, Ms. Mara
Friday, Room 209, Mr. Ratto
AFTER SCHOOL (3:00-4:00 PM):
Tuesday, Room 303, Ms. McGlothlen & Ms. Swerling Thursday, Room 306, Mr. Huntoon & Ms. Mara
Please note that all math teachers are also available
by appointment!
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PARENT ED EVENT
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"A Brave Heart - The Lizzie Velasquez Story"
7:00 PM - Thursday, February 11th Campolindo High School Theater 300 Moraga Rd., Moraga This documentary follows the inspiring journey of 26-year-old Lizzie from cyber-bullying victim to anti-bullying activist. Please plan to stay for a discussion following the movie. RSVP please, click here. |
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LAFAYETTE SCHOOL DISTRICT PARENT ED
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March 29th
Michelle Giles, Lafayette School District Math Coach, will present "A Focus on Mathematics" on Tuesday, March 29th at 3:30 in the Stanley library. In collaboration with district math teachers, Michelle will discuss strategies to help your student at home, and present a grade specific demo-lesson. Click here for more information. |
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CROSSING GUARDS NEEDED
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Now Hiring School Crossing Guards
Would you like to work part-time?
Would you like to work only the days school is in session and not have to work nights, weekends or holidays?
Would you like to earn almost $40 a day for working a brief shift before and after school?
If you can answer "YES" to these questions, we are
interested in talking to you about being a
SCHOOL CROSSING GUARD IN LAFAYETTE
NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY - TRAINING PROVIDED
For more information, please call ALL CITY MANAGEMENT SERVICES: 800-540-9290
MORE INFORMATION ABOUT OUR COMPANY IS AVAILABLE ON THE WEB:
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LPIE Power Party Raffle Tickets On Sale Now!The LPIE Power Party is fast approaching! - Can't make the party? Buy a Raffle Ticket ....Even if you can't make the party you don't have to miss out on our fabulous raffle prizes! Take a peek at these incredible raffle prize packages. These are not your average raffle items.
Tickets are on sale now at the LPIE office (3450 Golden Gate Way, Suite A) or through Kit Turner, Stanley's LPIE Fundraising rep. - Going once, going twice... Party guests can bid on amazing live auction items including mini-vacations to Cambria, Yosemite and Tahoe as well as unique dining experiences and a Pixar tour. Silent auctions feature gift cards, surprise technology prizes, art, clothing, tours, dinners out and lots, lots more! Attendee-only Instant Wine Cellar Raffle of 20 wines valued at over $1,200.
- We are almost sold out...Act soon and buy your tickets here!
THANK YOU for helping us make the Power Party the event of the year! See you there! Check Out This Month's Edition of The Slice
In the January edition of The Slice read all about the district music festivals, cutting-edge technology at Acalanes High School, how to get your children ready for the Science Fairs and a profile on Stanley LPIE music instructor Xiomara Di Maio! The Rube Goldberg Contest is coming to Stanley
"Open the Umbrella"
7:00-9:00 PM, Wednesday, March 30
Important dates for participants:Tuesday, February 23rd Preliminary Round time slot sign ups in room 804 at lunch. We cannot give special consideration for preliminary round times. This is done on a first come, first served basis only. Thursday, March 17th Preliminary Round Interviews/meetings in room 804. 5 minute time slots starting at 3:00 pm. We will expect machines to be completed or very nearly completed by this date. See Preliminary Round Information Sheet Monday, March 28th
Meeting for all teams in room 804 at lunch. Evening contest procedures will be discussed and questions will be answered. Rube Goldberg Contest DirectionsWe hope to see you at the Rube Goldberg Machine Contest!
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WILDCATS OF THE WEEK
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6th ~ Alma Marcu
7th ~ Jake Cronin
8th ~ Laura Bertolami
What is "Wildcat of the Week"?
Each week, one student from each grade level is chosen by a faculty committee and is selected as a Wildcat of the Week based on his/her academic efforts and demonstration of character as it relates to our Six Pillars - Trustworthiness, Responsibility, Respect, Fairness, Caring, and Citizenship. These student role models will be further honored by participating in a special event at the end of the year. It is the intent of this award to encourage all students to demonstrate Stanley Spirit through positive character.
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INDEPENDENT STUDY/ABSENCES
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| Each time your child misses school for any reason (sick, vacation, others) the Lafayette School District loses $51 per day in revenues from the state. Attendance in school is best for your child's education. If your child is ill, keep him/her home until well enough to return to school. If you must take your child on a trip for 5 days or more, please notify the office so that they may provide you with an Independent Study packet (please give the school at least 2 weeks notice for an Independent Study request) to help him/her keep up with schoolwork while away. Doing so is a WIN-WIN scenario. Your child keeps pace with the class and is considered PRESENT on those days (NOT ABSENT) for State funding purposes. However, for absences less than five days or absences greater than 5 days without a completed Independent Study, your child misses invaluable instruction time and the state withholds funding from the District at $51/day. The District strongly recommends that trips and vacations be scheduled during non-school days. Thank you!
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Be Informed About Stanley Policies and Programs
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Twitter @stanleywildcats
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Take a peek inside the classrooms at Stanley to see education in action,  |
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Community Announcements & Events
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The following Community Announcements & Events are not school or district sponsored or endorsed by the Lafayette School District.
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Boys Team Charity
Calling all 6th Grade Boys!
The Lamorinda Chapter of Boys Team Charity is now accepting applications for the 2016-2017 year. Boys Team Charity is dedicated to developing the altruistic spirit in young men by fostering their desire to give through the participation in charitable activities that cultivate social, personal and community responsibilities. We currently support such organizations as Contra Costa Food Bank, Trust in Education, Monument Crisis Center and many more. To find out more about our organization or to complete an application, please visit our website at http://btclamorinda.chapterweb.net/. Applications due no later than March 15th, 2016. |
Holocaust Survivor Dora Sorell presents
Auschwitz: A Survivor's Tale
The Lafayette Library welcomes Berkeley resident Dora Sorell, 94-year-old Auschwitz survivor, retired physician and lecturer. She was born in Sighet, a small town in northern Romania, in a traditional Jewish family. When she graduated high school in 1940, the War had begun and the occupying Hungarian fascist regime started to persecute the Jews. In 1944 the Nazis occupied Hungary, and the entire Jewish population of her town was deported to Auschwitz where she lost her parents, two brothers and most of her extended family.
Mrs. Sorell is the author of Tell the Children: Letters to Miriam, told in the form of letters to her granddaughter about her experiences during the War and losses during the Holocaust. The book will be available for purchase and signing at the event.
This free program will be held at the Lafayette Library and Learning Center on Saturday, February 20 from 1:00-3:00 PM, in the Community Hall. Register online at tinyurl.com/DoraSorell.
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SEED Events in February
SEED Fundraiser at Patxi's
On Monday, February 15th, Patxi's Pizza in Lafayette will donate 10% of the entire day's sales to SEED (Special Education Enrichment Development Foundation). Please support us by dining at Patxi's or placing a to-go, delivery, or catering order on our fundraising day, February 15th.
Special Ed parents, mark your calendar for February SEED community event:
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FINAL CHANCE TO REGISTER FOR SPRING BASEBALL
The Advanced Baseball Program has a limited number of spaces left on our rosters for the spring season (Mar-Jun). Register now to play baseball with your friends against local communities.
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Lafayette Summer Music Jazz Workshop
July 31st to August 5th 2016
Stanley Middle School
Register online at www.lafsmw.org
Now in its eighteenth year, the week-long Lafayette Summer Music Workshop provides an intimate and inspiring environment for learning and playing jazz. Master classes, improvisation workshops and jazz combos are led by some of the preeminent professional musicians in the field. The workshop is directed by Stanley Middle School music director Bob Athayde and jazz curriculum director Kyle Athayde. For Middle School, High School, College & Adult Musicians.
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Friends Corner Book Shop Gift Cards
Love Books and your teacher?
Give the gift that says both this Valentine's Day -
a Friends Corner Book Shop Gift Certificate.
www.friendsoflafayettelibrary.org
For more information please contact Sharon Lingane
slingane@gmail.com
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Spring Track & Field
Diablo Valley Track & Field Club is a USATF-affiliated youth track and field club serving Lamorinda and surrounding communities.
Open to girls and boys, age 8 to 15, who love to run, jump and throw.
Spring track season begins February 22.
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Lafayette Little League Needs Umpires
Looking for a fun way to earn money this spring? Lafayette Little League needs umpires, ages 12 and older, for the 2016 season. The umpire instructional session is February 20th, and the season starts in March. No prior experience needed as training and equipment are provided. Email Tim Keohane at chiefumpirelll@gmail.com if interested.
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Lafayette Library Welcomes Sister Abegail Ntleko
J oin us for an evening with Zulu nurse and healthcare activist Sister Abegail Ntleko, author of what O, the Oprah Magazine, has called a "tenaciously hopeful memoir," Empty Hands. A recipient of His Holiness, the Dalai Lama's Unsung Heroes of Compassion Award, Sister Abegail will be visiting from South Africa to share her incredible story of overcoming poverty, racism, and sexism to earn her education, and live a life in service to her community by adopting dozens of children orphaned by the HIV/AIDS pandemic over the course of her eighty years.
This free program will be held at the Lafayette Library and Learning Center on Wednesday, February 24 from 7:00-9:00 PM, in the Community Hall. Register online at tinyurl.com/EmptyHandsLAF.
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Lafayette Library Teen Events
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Stanley families can continuously raise funds for our school simply by participating in any of these ongoing fundraising opportunities throughout the school year. It's a simple way for each of us to give back effortlessly.
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Sign Up for eScrip
eScrip is an important fundraising tool to support
Stanley Middle School. Contributions last year to Stanley totaled more than $10,000!
Safeway - Special Note!
Safeway NO LONGER participates in eScrip!! This is significant as Safeway was our largest source of income from eScrip by far.NEW to eScrip? There is no cost to you for signing up. Simply register your credit cards, and debit/ATM cards with eScrip.
Participating merchants contribute a percentage of your purchases to Stanley whenever you shop with them using your registered cards.
The more you spend, the more we earn. Local merchants include Diablo Foods, Lunardi's and Big O Tires. There are hundreds of online participating merchants including Amazon, J.Crew, Gap and Nordstrom.
Sign Up for eScrip Now, It's Easy-
ALREADY an eScrip Subscriber?
Please take a moment to update your contact information, including the school you want your contributions to go to, and expired credit cards at eScrip.com.
Need help? Have questions?
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RAISE FUNDS FOR STANLEY
BY RENEWING MAGAZINE ORDERS
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SAVE 10% & GIVE BACK TO STANLEY
Every time you shop at SPORTS BASEMENT
Every day, all year long!
Just mention STANLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL at check out
to receive 10% off your total purchase
(Sports Basement will also give 5% back to Stanley PTA)
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Newsletter Info
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Christina Engelbrecht, Editor
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