Newsletter of the Stanley PTA
September 18, 2016
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Upcoming Events &
Important Dates:
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September 21Parent Ed Night
"Finding Your Words"
6:00 - 8:00PM, Stanley Library
September 27
Parent Ed Night
"Middle School 101"
7:00 - 8:30PM, MUR
September 28
Picture Make Ups
Lunch, MUR
October 10
NO SCHOOL
Staff Development Day
Parent Ed Night
Guest Speaker: Michelle Garcia
5:00 - 7:30PM, Stanley Library
October 14
PTA Reflections Art Program
Deadline to submit entry
October 18
Cultural Faire
6:30 - 8:00PM, Gym
October 20
EARLY DISMISSAL at 12:00PM Parent/Teacher Conferences
October 21
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PTA Announcements and Events
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PTA Reflections Art Program* Kick Off
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Do you like to create? Do you express your ideas through your art? Participate in the 2016 Reflections Program!  This year's theme:
"What Is Your Story?"
Show your creativity by submitting an entry in any of the following categories: Visual Arts, Photography, Music Composition, Film Production, Literature or Dance Choreography.
Deadline for submissions is Friday, October 14th.
*The National PTA Reflections Program is an arts recognition and achievement program for students.The Reflections Program provides opportunities for students to express themselves creatively and to receive positive recognition for original works of art inspired by a pre-selected theme.
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CULTURAL FAIRE
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The World Languages Department
proudly presents:
Cultural Faire 2016
Tuesday, October 18th
6:30 - 8:00 PM
All Stanley students and families are invited to stop by the GYM to celebrate our diverse heritage and cultures from all over the world! Last year we had approximately 28 country booths, 500 attendees and 200 wonderful volunteers.
The key to the Faire's success is you!!! Please consider volunteering for one (or more) of the following: -
Host a country/cultural booth
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Prepare a dish of your native country or adopted country
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Wear traditional clothing from your country (in a booth or as a guest)
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Help us set up, clean up or with staffing the night of the event
We welcome cultural exploration and curiosity. Want to participate but not sure if you have a country to represent? No sweat, feel free to partner with a country you enjoyed traveling to, lived in briefly or just want to understand better. If you want to represent a country or culture that hasn't appeared in the past, no problem. We would love to add it to the list. We would like to have as many cultures of the world represented as we can. Simply click on the Sign-Up Genius link to volunteer: World Language Liaison: Diane Archer,
Stanley World Languages Department:
Lauchlin Divine, Susan Olson, Launa Parnas,
Katie Pitts, Claudia Windfuhr
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Stanley and Lafayette School District
Announcements & Events
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Parent Education
Finding Your Words
When: Wednesday, September 21st, 6:00 - 8:00PM
Where: Stanley Middle School Library, 3455 School Street
The Lafayette District Parent Education Committee (DPEC) and the Special Education Enrichment Development Foundation (SEED) are partnering once again in response to your suggestions.
"Finding Your Words" is for YOU if your child has medical, physical, or social challenges.
Sharing information about your child's special needs with others can be an on-going balancing act between making enough information available to insure safety and promote acceptance and understanding, vs. making so much information available that it infringes on your child's privacy. This interactive discussion, presented by Deborah Penry with Care Parent Network, offers some tips on finding that balance as you prepare for and have those conversations with family, friends, acquaintances, and community members.
Click here to reserve your seat.
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Middle School 101
Sharing the Keys to Success
in Middle School and Beyond
When: Tuesday, September 27th, 7:00 - 9:00PM
Where: Stanley Middle School, MUR
Join Principal, David Schrag and the Stanley Counseling Department for an interactive presentation aimed to familiarize new parents to the tools necessary for supporting a thriving student. -
The whole child perspective
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Effective school & parent communication
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School Loop & vital Stanley resources
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Navigating our digital world
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Keep In Touch With LPIE!
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Did You See the LPIE Guy at Art & Wine?
 Thanks to all of you who stopped by the LPIE booth to say hi, make crafts and paint. Hope you got some facetime with our new LPIE Guy (Pictured before the festival. Our guy was handmade with love by our terrific staff and instructors pictured above).
And, many thanks to the parent volunteers (you know who you are are!) who worked the ticket booth over the weekend. We couldn't have done it without you. Your support means so much to us.
Look At What We Do:
LPIE Video on Technology
Donate now. All donations make a difference!Questions? Comments? Contact the LPIE Team at Stanley:
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DRESS CODE
Choosing the appropriate attire for specific occasions is an important life skill. School is a place of work and students should wear clothing which is suitable for the pursuit of learning. In order to support our students in making appropriate selections as they dress for school, we have identified straightforward and gender-neutral rules pertaining to attire. We expect parents to monitor and help enforce the dress code according to the following simple guidelines:
- Students should dress in clothing that is well-suited to a school environment
- Clothing will cover torso, midriff, and backside and have sleeves or straps
- Clothing length should have at least a 12 cm inseam and be free of any holes or tears which expose skin above this line
- Clothing should not obstruct a student's vision or obscure their identity
- Clothing that depicts any drug, alcohol, sexual reference, derogatory or inappropriate message or image is prohibited at Stanley Middle School
If a student's attire is inappropriate or distracts from the learning environment, the student will be sent to the office to change into suitable clothing. The first offense of the dress code will result in a warning. Continued violations of the dress code will result in disciplinary consequences such as a lunch detention. The administration reserves the final judgment on the appropriateness of dress at all times.
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ATTENDANCE: Students are required to attend all classes regularly. Full day absences must be verified by a parent/guardian by calling the attendance line at 927-3548 before 9 a.m. In the event that your student is absent, please check School Loop for makeup assignments. Communicable diseases must be reported.
LATE/TARDIES: If a student is frequently late or tardy to class or school, there will be consequences. This may include lunch or after school detention.
APPOINTMENTS: If you are picking up your child for an appointment, please come to the office 10 minutes early to allow time for the student to report to the office. If your child is walking to an appointment, you must send a note stating the time your student should depart for the appointment and that your child has permission to walk there. If your child is being picked up from school during school hours by someone not listed in your contacts, you must send a signed note to the office that morning including the student name, time of pick up, and full name of the person picking up.
INDEPENDENT STUDY: If your child will be out of town for five (5) days or more, please inform the office at least two (2) weeks prior to departure and request an Independent Study Contract. The parent/guardian and student must sign and date the forms and the student must complete all requirements.
SARB (School Attendance Review Board): Students who accrue excessive absences or tardies will receive communication from the school in order to support student attendance. 8 ATTENDANCE: EFFECT OF ABSENCES ON SCHOOL FUNDING: Changes in the law eliminated funding for absent students, which means every time a child is not in school, regardless of the reason, the district loses funding. Last year, Lafayette School District lost $51 per child for each day missed due to unexcused absences. That added up to $55,896 of lost revenue for Stanley and almost $265,000 throughout the district. Next year, the district will lose $52 for each absence. Students benefit from attending school regularly. We appreciate you making every effort to ensure your children attend school every day.
MEDICATION: California Education Code Section 49423 regulates medications at school. Medication (including over the counter drugs) cannot be given at school unless a Permission to Administer Medication form is completed and signed by a physician and a parent/guardian. This form is available in the office and must be updated each year. Please do not send any medication to school with your child. All medications, with the exception of inhalers, EpiPens, and diabetic equipment and supplies, must be dispensed in the school office. Students are not allowed to carry medicine or to self-medicate.
ARRIVAL TO AND DEPARTURE FROM SCHOOL: Stanley wants students to arrive safely to school, and to home at the end of the day. When arriving to or leaving campus, all students should: ~ Listen to and follow directions for crossing guards and school staff ~ Use caution entering parking lots ~ Follow traffic signals and obey traffic safety laws ~ Cross streets carefully by yielding right of way, using crosswalks, and being on alert for vehicles, bikes, and pedestrian traffic ~ Use sidewalks and trails whenever possible. Those on bikes, scooters or skateboards must: ~ Walk their vehicles on campus and in crosswalks leaving campus. ~ Wear fastened and properly fitting helmets. ~ Yield to pedestrians and be mindful of traffic. Students are required by law to wear helmets when riding, and obey traffic signals. Bikes, scooters, and skateboards, or anything with wheels ridden by students not properly wearing helmets or following safety rules will be confiscated. Students must lock their bikes in the bike cages during the school day, and may not loiter at the bicycle cage. The school will not assume responsibility for lost, stolen, or damaged items. Students may not ride motorized scooters, mopeds or other vehicles to or from school, or bring them onto campus. Students are not allowed to ride any mode of transportation through or around school grounds at any time (including weekends). Any violation will result in confiscation and parents will be requested to claim the item. This policy is enforced by all district personnel and the Lafayette Police Department.
ELECTRONIC DEVICES: Electronic devices such as smart phones and tablets, must be turned off and may not be displayed, activated, or used at any time during the school day, unless under the discretion and direction of a classroom teacher, administrator, or district staff. Students can use the school phone in the office at break, lunch, or anytime when feeling ill. Any transgression will result in confiscation of the device for the remainder of the day and an after school detention. Students assume all responsibility for breakage, theft, or loss of any device brought on campus. At the start of the school year, each student will sign and agree to the rules outlined in the Student Responsible Use Agreement for all devices and on-line activity.
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SPORTS EVENTS AT CAMPOLINDO AND ACALANES
Middle school students attending sporting events at Acalanes and Campolindo High MUST be accompanied by an adult. Parents or other adults will need to arrive with the students and supervise them throughout the event.
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High School Announcements
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Parent Ed Opportunity at
Acalanes High School
What: Kelly McGonigal - How to Make Stress Work for You
When: Thursday, October 6th at 7:00PM
Where: Acalanes High School Performing Arts Center
 Kelly McGonigal, PhD, from Stanford University, convincingly delivers the message, supported by research, that stress can make us stronger, smarter, and happier - if we learn how to embrace it. She is the author of "The Upside of Stress" and has one of the most viewed TED talks of all time. For tickets go to kellymcgonigal.eventbrite.com.
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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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MEET THE CANDIDATES & DISCUSS THE ISSUES
Lafayette School District Board and
CURRENT ISSUES: Downtown Construction, Traffic Congestion Solutions, Sales Tax Measure
LAFAYETTE HOMEOWNERS' COUNCIL ANNUAL MEETING
Thursday, September 22nd, 2016, 7:00PM
Lafayette Community Center
Jennifer Russell Building, 500 St. Mary's Road
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College Financial Planning Workshop
Tuesday, September 20th, 6:30 - 8:00PM
Acalanes High School
Please join Assemblywoman Catharine Baker, the California Student Aid Commission and the College Funding Coach to learn about different strategies for paying for college and how to make higher education more affordable. The workshop is helpful for parents of students of all ages - from K through 12!
The event will be held on Tuesday, September 20th at Acalanes High School from 6:30 to 8:00PM. If you have any questions or would like to RSVP, please contact Assemblywoman Baker's office at 925-328-1515.
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Firecracker Math Enrichment Program
Now Enrolling for the Fall Semester
Firecracker Math enrichment after school program will help your child to build a solid foundation & understanding of mathematics. Students will learn and explore math concepts and problem-solving techniques. Theoretical instructions are combined with practical exercises that employ chess, brain teasers, and logical puzzles to demonstrate serious mathematical concepts. At our math classes we are going to show to your child that math can be incredibly creative, exciting, and fun.
We guarantee small class sizes (no more than 12 kids), experienced and enthusiastic teachers, and an individual approach according to each student's needs. Location: 955 Moraga Rd., Lafayette
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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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INTERESTED IN ORDERING OR
RENEWING A MAGAZINE SUBSCRIPTION?
Stanley has discontinued its annual Magazine Drive. However, you can still support Stanley if you are interested in purchasing a magazine
subscription. Please go to the Stanley Website for more information. |
Do you shop at Diablo Foods or Lunardi's?
If so, PLEASE READ THIS!
Help raise thousands of dollars for Stanley PTA simply by registering for Escrip. Then, shop as you normally would! This costs you NOTHING.
Just by registering, and then shopping at these stores below (and others), the following gets donated to Stanley:
LOCAL BUSINESSES
Diablo Foods - Up to 5% when paying with a registered credit card
Lunardi's - Up to 4% when paying with a registered credit card
ONLINE SHOPPING - Use your registered card at these stores, and hundreds more, and the following are donated to Stanley:
Nordstrom.com: 4.8% of eligible purchases
itunes.com: 1.2% of eligible purchases
Oldnavy.gap.com: 2.4% of eligible purchases
JCrew.com: 3.6% of eligible purchases paid
To sign up, follow these simple steps:
(If you have already registered, please login and update your information.)
2) Enter your contact information.
3) Choose your school or organization. This is where you choose Stanley Middle School PTA.
4) Then you will be asked to register your payment and/or loyalty cards. Visa, MC and American Express are all accepted. NOTE- we do not get a % of all purchases from these cards, only purchases made at participating businesses.
5) SHOP AS YOU NORMALLY WOULD - EXCEPT ACCESS THE ONLINE SITES THROUGH escrip.com. Simply go to the "Where to earn" tab at the top of the page or "shop online" in the upper right hand corner. You can access all of the sites listed above and more. You MUST access the online site through escrip every time you shop online in order for purchases to qualify. For in-store purchase, just shop in person as you normally would.
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