MESSAGE FROM THE MSD SUPERINTENDENT - MONDAY, SEPTEM...

  MESSAGE FROM THE SUPERINTENDENT   Dear Moraga Community, Fall is in the air!  In just a few days it will be official. This week we will be celebrating Start with Hello Week at our elementary schools.  This is an annual event where our older students mobilize to greet their fellow students as they come onto campus, sending a message of community and belonging.  On Wednesday, we hope everyone Starts with Hello and enjoys the smiles and cheerful signs as they drive up to school! Here are some announcements of interest: A Facilities Bond to Support Learning and Belonging A great education and a climate that supports learning and belonging for all students is integrally linked to the physical environment of our schools.  Schools that offer students safe facilities, updated for 21st century learning, and create opportunities for community gatherings for wellness, nutrition, and play send a strong message of our commitment to student success. The Moraga School District was able to make huge strides in updating and modernizing our facilities after our community passed Measure V in 2016. Now, we are looking to continue that momentum as we explore a future facilities bond. Over the next month, we will be visiting each of our school PTA meetings to discuss what a facilities bond could do to improve our Moraga schools and solicit feedback from our community.  Please consider joining us at your school’s meeting: 10/4 at Camino Pablo at 8:45 am 10/4 at Los Perales at 7:00 pm 10/12 at Joaquin Moraga at 9:00 am 10/18 at Donald Rheem at 8:30 am For more information, please visit our website’s  Updating School Facilities  page.  Child Care: An Amazing Program for Moraga Students Did you know that Moraga is unique in having a child care program at each elementary?  This has been a long-standing tradition in Moraga and it is a special one!  We are able to accommodate all families in our child care program at affordable rates.  Our Child Care Directors plan programming and activities that add enrichment for our students before and after school.  This year,we have expanded to our highest enrollment ever under the state Expanded Learning Opportunities Program (ELO-P).  We are making plans now to offer child care during some school breaks to further support our families.  Stay tuned for more information coming soon! Latiné and Hispanic Heritage Month September 15 to October 15 is National Hispanic Heritage Month.  In this month, we pay tribute to the generations of Latiné and Hispanic Americans who have positively influenced and enriched our nation and society.  In our Moraga schools, this will look like teachers highlighting lessons that celebrate culture and diversity.  Our Governing Board will be adopting a resolution honoring this month as Latiné and Hispanic Heritage Month. Community Service Opportunities - Moraga Day of Service It is almost time for our second annual Moraga Day(s) of Service!  This year we will be hosting food drives at each of our schools and campus beautification events at our elementary schools.   Food bins will be available for donations in front of all school office starting October 2nd. On October 8th, campus beautification projects in collaboration with the Kiwanis will be taking place at Camino Pablo, Los Perales, and Donald Rheem from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. Emergency Kits will be assembled in collaboration with the Boy Scouts and Rotary on October 7th at Camino Pablo from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Click  HERE  to sign up for a project!                              Sincerely,                           Julie Parks, Superintendent

Monday, Sep 18 2023

Power update and Picture Day!

The power is ON at CP and Picture Day is still happening! Please use caution driving to school- stoplights may still be out around town. See everyone soon! 

Wednesday, Sep 13 2023

POWER OUTAGE UPDATE - SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

  POWER OUTAGE UPDATE   Dear Moraga Community, This morning we are experiencing some power outages throughout our community.  Camino Pablo Elementary and Joaquin Moraga Intermediate School have been restored. At this time, Los Perales Elementary and Donald Rheem Elementary are without power.  We anticipate power to be restored at approximately 7:30 am.   All Moraga schools will be open today.  We have staff making plans to support all operations, including food service, despite the outage. We will be closely monitoring the situation and informing families of any updates or changes. Additionally, we are in active communication with the Town of Moraga, the Moraga Police Department, and the Acalanes Union High School District.   Since there may be lights out around town, please drive safely to school and be alert for our students walking and biking on our Moraga roads. If you have any questions, please contact your school offices. Sincerely, Julie Parks, Superintendent

Wednesday, Sep 13 2023

MESSAGE FROM THE MSD SUPERINTENDENT - SEPTEMBER 11, ...

  MESSAGE FROM THE SUPERINTENDENT   Dear Moraga Community, September has arrived - and it is moving along quite quickly already!  This is the time of the year when we really dig into learning and belonging - assessing students to benchmark and determine supports, introducing positive behavior intervention systems that help our schools run safely and smoothly, and developing routines around universal meals, child care, and after school sports to support health and enrichment.  Here are some announcements of interest: Remembering September 11th On today, September 11th, we grieve the victims of this horrific tragedy for our country and remember the 412 first responders who bravely fought to save lives. Each year as this date comes around it is a reminder to all of us to hold our loved ones tight and to feel gratitude for each moment of our lives.  September Board Meeting Tomorrow, September 12th, we will be holding our Moraga School District Governing Board Meeting in the JM Library.  Topics of interest include a presentation by Rheem students on Leis for Lahaina, a discussion of our positive behavior intervention systems (PBIS) and discipline, and our unaudited actuals financial report from 2022-2023.  The Board Documents can be found  HERE  for your reference. Wellness Centers in Elementary Are Amazing Our fabulous elementary counseling team ( Bimba Mansaray ,  Andie Nishimi , and  Kimberly Denton ) have launched wellness centers for the year!  This is a huge accomplishment, and a testament to the investment of the Moraga School District in mental health and student support. Thank you to MEF donors for their contributions to make our spaces feel special for our students. Teacher Collaboration: Where the Magic Happens Did you know that our teachers collaborate with each other each week?  This collaboration is key to the success of the Moraga School District.  Teachers working with teachers on best practices like identifying essential learning standards, developing a scope and sequence, designing assessment opportunities to gauge learning, and identifying students in need of additional support (and extension) is how we ensure that all students learn and belong. National Bullying Prevention Month In October we acknowledge National Bullying Prevention Month with a board resolution and work on reducing bullying in our schools.  At JM, students will engage in a comprehensive safety training that will include discussion of  Sandy Hook Promise Anonymous Reporting System .  This important system provides students with access to an app to log in any incidents of concern.  The app is connected to a 24/7 call center where mental health professionals engage with “tipsters” to understand the problem and ensure that appropriate services are deployed.  Additionally, this month all schools will be launching our social emotional learning curriculum, Second Step, to support students to engage with peers positively on campus.  A healthy culture and climate is integral to proactively preventing bullying behaviors and making our campuses safe and inclusive for all students. Care Solace: A Resource for Mental Health Youth mental health is a topic of utmost importance in the Moraga School District, and we believe that by working together,we can create a supportive environment where our children can learn and belong. Care Solace offers mental health care coordination services and can help connect you and your child with appropriate community-based providers. Whether it's counseling, therapy, or other mental health services, Care Solace can assist you in finding the support your family may need. To access Care Solace's coordination services, simply reach out using the following options: Call 888-515-0595: Their multilingual helpline is staffed 24/7/365. Visit  www.caresolace.com/moragas : On their website, you can explore mental health providers independently or click "Book Appointment" for personalized assistance through video chat, email, or phone. By working together as a community, we can provide a nurturing and inclusive environment that supports the mental health and well-being of our kids.  District Committees, A Great Way to Get Involved! We have several district committees that help support our organizational goals!  If you are interested in a district committee, please contact your site principal.    Coordinating Council District DEIB Committee Safety Committee Group of parents, teachers, and staff that meet monthly to provide input to the district Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP).  This team is also responsible for helping to develop the Single Plan for Student Achievement (SPSA) at each school site. Regular commitment to this meeting is essential and interested members should contact site principals. Group of parents, teachers, and staff that meet to provide input on the District DEIB plan and share ideas and updates from the district.  The District DEIB Committee is open to all members and some meetings this year will be designed as affinity spaces to discuss specific experiences and needs related to student groups.   Group of parents, teachers, and staff that meet to oversee and develop the Comprehensive Safety Plan presented to the Governing Board in February. This committee considers all issues of safety, ranging from emergency preparedness, traffic flow, student training, and social emotional support. Meets once a month on Monday 3:30-5:00 pm. Meets once a month on Wednesday 6:30-8:00 pm. Meets once and month on Monday 3:30-5:00 pm. All committee meeting agendas and slides are posted on our website for families. We can do more together! Community Service Opportunities - Moraga Day of Service It is almost time for our second annual Moraga Day(s) of Service!  This year we will be hosting food drives at each of our schools and campus beautification events at our elementary schools.  Save the date for the weekend of October 6 - 8th. Community service and service learning are a priority in the Moraga School District.  Check out our new  Service Learning Page  for more information! Sincerely, Julie Parks, Superintendent

Monday, Sep 11 2023

RHEEMARKS: September 10th

September 10, 2023   Good Evening, Rheem Team Families,   I hope you had an enjoyable weekend with your family. As we begin our second week of the early/late schedule, a big thank you to Rheem families for your malleability and support.   Please dive into this week’s Rheemarks.   This Week at Rheem: Monday, September 11: Regularly scheduled Monday TK: Early 8:25-12:02/Late 9:25-1:02 K-2nd-grade: Early 8:25-1:55/Late 9:35-3:05 3rd-5th-grade: 8:25-3:05   Tuesday, September 12: Regularly scheduled Tuesday TK: Early 8:25-12:02/Late 9:25-1:02 K-2nd-grade: Early 8:25-1:55/Late 9:35-3:05 3rd-5th-grade: 8:25-3:05 MSD Governing Board meeting from 6:00-9:30 in the JM Library   Wednesday, September 13: Wednesday Schedule TK: Early 8:25-12:02/Late 9:25-1:02 K-5th: 8:25 – 1:50 (All K-5th students) Rheem PTA Association from 9:00–10:00 am in the MUR DEIB Committee Meeting in the JM Library from 6:30–8:00 pm   Thursday, September 14: Regularly scheduled Thursday TK: Early 8:25-12:02/Late 9:25-1:02 K-2nd-grade: Early 8:25-1:55/Late 9:35-3:05 3rd-5th-grade: 8:25-3:05   Friday, September 15: Regularly scheduled Friday TK: Early 8:25-12:02/Late 9:25-1:02 K-2nd-grade: Early 8:25-1:55/Late 9:35-3:05 3rd-5th-grade: 8:25-3:05   Hispanic Heritage Month Begins this Week This Friday marks the beginning of Hispanic Heritage Month (9/15-10/16). As a native Californian, I'm not sure there is any culture more intertwined in our society than Hispanic Culture. From people to language, food, and more, so much of who we are is directly related to the people and native inhabitants who came before us. Throughout the month, we will be weaving books and activities to build a greater awareness and understanding of the rich cultural diversity that makes our country so unique.   Did You Know? Drop off/Pick up Times:  Getting children onto and off campus takes teamwork. To ensure the safety of all our students, we ask that you  only drop your child off at 8:10 am (early) or 9:10 am (late).     There is NO supervision before those times.     If a student is dropped off before 8:10 or 9:10 (official supervised times), they will be brought to the office and/or sent to Roadrunner Club (which may result in a charge).    Supervision after school is provided for 15 minutes after the dismissal bell. Students picked up after 15 minutes will be brought to the school office. Any student not picked up within 20 minutes after their dismissal will be sent to Roadrunner Club (which may result in a charge).   Thank you for ensuring students arrive and are picked up according to the above supervision schedule to ensure their safety.   Universal Meals Program – Help Wanted this Week Please consider volunteering to help serve snacks and lunch between 10:00-11:00 and 12:00-1:00 ( we need help almost every day this week during snack time and Thursday during lunch) . Volunteering provides an excellent opportunity to see students in the company of their peers while enjoying a meal. To sign up, please  CLICK HERE .   Please  CLICK HERE  for the updated September breakfast and lunch menus.   PTA Association Meeting this Wednesday Join us this Wednesday, September 13, from 9:00–10:00 a.m. in the MUR for our first PTA Association meeting. Learn more about all the fantastic work Rheem's PTA has planned for the year and how you can become a part of it.   Volunteers Needed for Late Arrival Supervision In the past, our drop-off times have started at 9:10 a.m. and ended at 9:35 a.m., and we hope to continue that again this year, but we will need the support of parent volunteers. The request for volunteers is to help supervise and keep students safe who arrive between 9:10-9:25. (All teachers and teaching assistants are providing instruction and support in the classroom between 8:25-9:25). We want to give the same opportunity to drop your student off at 9:10, so if you are available to help provide supervision for our students from 9:10-9:25 on either a Monday, Tuesday, Thursday or Friday, please reach out to myself or Mrs. Fitzinger ( lfitzinger@moraga.k12.ca.us ).   10,000 Lunches Program Submitted by Mr. Lorie, JM teacher and co-founder of 10,000 Lunches   Hello all, As we are fully underway with the school year, I'd like to share a few opportunities with you. These opportunities ultimately benefit 10,000 Lunches, a non-profit based out of JM in which students are empowered to fight hunger for those in need. What you can do:   Sign up with your families to put together some bagged lunches, buy dog food for the pets on the street, purchase water, and see other opportunities (such as socks or toiletry purchases) that will become available. See the often-updated Sign-Up Genius at  https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0A49AAAE29A57-volunteering#/     All proceeds from the events listed below benefit 10,000 Lunches   Disney’s The Lion King  plays at the Orpheum Theater on Friday, December 1, at 7:30 p.m. Approximately 100 tickets are available. See Google Form for prices and seat locations …  https://forms.gle/FzwyhpMt1cD6rx6q8     Mamma Mia!  plays at the Golden Gate Theater on Friday, December 8 at 7:30 p.m. Approximately 100 tickets are available. See Google Form for prices and seat locations …  https://forms.gle/TMbA1udACRBLYuqw6     The Golden State Warriors  take on the Dallas Mavericks on Friday, January 19, at 7:00 p.m. at the Chase Center. 150 tickets for sale, and the first 35 students to sign up can "high 5" players from the Mavericks as they run onto the court or stand next to a player on the court for the national anthem. See Google Form…  https://forms.gle/ovW8pZUFTR5yWtya7     Please email me directly ( blorie@moraga.k12.ca.us ) with any questions.   Thanks, Mr. Lorie   Moraga Odyssey of the Mind  Looking for a fun way for your child to develop self-confidence, teamwork, and problem-solving? Consider Moraga's Odyssey of the Mind program, which will hold an information meeting on Thursday, September 28, at the Holy Trinity Banquet Hall (1700 School Street, Moraga) from 7:00–8:00 p.m. Please click  here  for more information.   Mark your Calendar:  Please be sure to mark your calendar with the following: Friday, September 29: Make-up Picture Day   The Last Word... For years, Rheem Elementary has utilized a " Growth Mindset " approach in how it teaches our students. From teachers and staff to administration and families, a growth mindset allows for student growth and increased malleable intelligence for our children. It teaches them that learning is a byproduct of dedication and effort compared to pure genetics. It also shows students how to deal with setbacks and challenges in a healthier way. Challenges and setbacks are an everyday occurrence in a classroom, so the need to support students' Growth Mindset has never been more critical.   The seminal study of Growth Mindset found that "a subtle change in how you praise someone can lead to a dramatic shift in their behaviors." When we praise someone for their effort instead of their ability, the research found that students were likelier to enjoy challenging assignments and less likely to give up when facing a difficult task.   To foster a Growth Mindset, I encourage all of us to check out  these quotes and phrases  to help promote the power of "yet" and see the difference they can make. The power of a growth mindset can make even the most challenging situation seem doable. Thank you for al you do, and if I may quote #10 on the list, “With your support, positive things will continue to happen at Rheem!"   There’s no place like Rheem! Mr. Sullivan

Monday, Sep 11 2023

Camino Pablo: Week of September 11, 2023

                                                                                          Dear Camino Pablo Community, We have many exciting events and opportunities for our students in the Month of September.  One impending event is Contra Costa County’s recognition of outstanding educators, the annual Teacher of the Year celebration.    Camino Pablo’s exceptional 5th grade teacher and MSD Teacher of the Year for 2022/2023, Michael Adler, will be one of the educators recognized at this event.  Mr. Adler embodies our commitment to cultivate an environment where all students learn and belong.   We appreciate the many volunteers we have at morning drop-off and lunch.   Your involvement helps us keep our students safe and ready to learn. If you are interested in volunteering for the morning drop-off, CP PTA has created a  sign-up link . Lunch volunteers (12:00-1:00pm) can check in at the main office and receive a badge.   David Lanuza- Camino Pablo Principal Teacher of the Year Celebration: Contra Costa County is celebrating the annual Teachers of the Year event on Thursday, September 21. The celebration will take place at the   Lesher Center for the Arts  in Walnut Creek at 6:00 p.m. with a donor VIP reception at   The Garden  preceding the event at 4:00 p.m.  Library Updates: Library is open T-F for parents to check out books with their students from 8:15-8:30 and after school for one hour.   Volunteer in the Library : Volunteer tasks may include: special projects, reshelving books, circulation desk, book repair, pulling classroom teacher requests, or reading to kids (if desired).  Please reach out to volunteer coordinator Andrea Leo or CP Librarian Dolores Stratford if you have any questions.  The Library is now open for students during lunch recess. Camino Pablo Fall Picnic and Carnival :  Come join our Camino Pablo community for the  annual  Fall Picnic and Carnival  on Friday, September 22nd ! It will be an evening filled with LOTS of fun:  Inflatable Slides, Carnival Games & Lawn Games Raffle:  Purchase tickets for a chance to win gift cards, carnival-themed cakes, and other fun prizes! Cake Contest:  As always, we’d love to see CP students show their carnival-themed creativity by making and decorating cakes or cupcakes for the annual picnic.   Drop off your goodies at the library the morning of 9/22. Include your child’s name, teacher, and grade on the underside of your cake.  The class with the most cake donations will receive a special class prize!  Students and staff will view the cakes throughout the day and vote on their favorites. We will be raffling off these delicious treats to some lucky students at the Picnic! Purchase your tickets and pizza  here !   School Photo Day :   Wednesday, September 13 :  iClickStudios is thrilled to be returning to do your school's photos. Photos will be taken on campus. As always there are no envelopes to fill out beforehand, and no pre-payment is necessary - all students will be photographed for free. You will be able to view and order photos online 10-14 days after photos are taken. Please be sure to look for an email from us with the link to view your photos.    Please mark your calendar now so photo day doesn't sneak up on you!    Visit our website,  iClickStudios , for additional information.   See you soon! 10,000 Lunches (from our friends at JM): As we are now fully underway with the school year, I’d like to share a few opportunities with you.  These opportunities ultimately benefit 10,000 Lunches, a non-profit based out of JM in which students are empowered to fight hunger for those in need.  What you can do: 1. Sign up with your families to put together some bagged lunches, buy dog food for the pets on the street, purchase water, and see other opportunities (such as socks or toiletry purchases) that will become available.  See the often-updated Sign Up Genius at  https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0A49AAAE29A57-volunteering#/   All proceeds from numbers 2, 3, and 4 below benefit 10,000 Lunches 2. Disney’s The Lion King play at the Orpheum Theater on Friday, December 1st at 7:30 PM.  Approximately 100 tickets available.  See Google Form for prices and seat locations …  https://forms.gle/FzwyhpMt1cD6rx6q8   3. Mamma Mia! play at the Golden Gate Theater on Friday, December 8th at 7:30 PM.  Approximately 100 tickets available.  See Google Form for prices and seat locations …  https://forms.gle/TMbA1udACRBLYuqw6   4. The Golden State Warriors take on the Dallas Mavericks on Friday, January 19th at 7:00 PM at Chase Center.  150 tickets for sale and the first 35 students to sign up can “high 5” players from the Mavericks as they run onto the court or stand next to a player on the court for the national anthem.  See Google Form  …  https://forms.gle/ovW8pZUFTR5yWtya7   Please email me directly ( blorie@moraga.k12.ca.us ) with any questions. Thanks, Mr. Lorie Odyssey of the Mind:  Odyssey of the mind teaches students how to develop and use their natural creativity to become problem-solvers. Learn more during an information session on  Thursday,   September 28 . For more information,  click  see attachment. Contra Costa Shark Tank:  Introducing the first Contra Costa Shark Tank Youth Competition! Win $1,000 to launch or grow your business. No idea is too small! The competition is a fun way to promote youth entrepreneurship among K-12 students in Contra Costa County. When young people succeed as entrepreneurs, they improve their own lives while also contributing to the economic development of their local communities. Visit   www.contracostasharktank.org  to learn more and apply. Finalists will be selected by the Campolindo High School Entrepreneurship Club, and winners selected by a panel of judges on February 6, 2024 at the Lafayette Library. Deadline to apply is November 15th!  Key Links: CP Bell Schedule MSD Instructional Calendar Drop-off  sign-up link . CP Traffic Rules Key Dates Remaining Dates, September 2023: Tuesday, September 12:: MSD Governing Board Meeting,  6:00pm JM Library Wednesday, September 13: Picture Day,  8:30-1:00pm MSD DEIB Committee Meeting,  6:30pm-8:00pm. JM Library Friday, September 15: First day of Hispanic Heritage Month Monday, September 18: MSD Coordinating Council Meeting,  3:30pm-5:00pm JM Library Wednesday, September 20: CP PTA Meeting,  8:30am-10:00am Room 6 Friday, September 22:: CP Bobcat Picnic,  5:00pm Monday, September 25: MSD Safety Committee Meeting,  3:30pm-5:00pm JM Library

Monday, Sep 11 2023

MESSAGE FROM THE MORAGA SCHOOL DISTRICT - REGULAR GO...

   GOVERNING BOARD NOTICE REGULAR MEETING JOAQUIN MORAGA INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL 1010 CAMINO PABLO TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2023 6:00 PM   5:00 PM Closed Session 6:00 PM Open Session Items of interest to the public include: Student Discipline and Positive Behavior Intervention Presentation 2022-2023 Unaudited Actuals Report The meeting agenda is available here MEETING GUIDELINES   Members of the public may attend this meeting in person or watch via the Zoom Webinar.    Public comments will only be allowed in person.   To Watch the Open Session Meeting via Zoom There are two options members of the public can use to watch the open session meeting via Zoom: Option 1: Join Zoom Webinar using a computer and enter  https://zoom.us/j/98834748675?pwd=bmd1UkpQbno2Q3p6b3FESFpwMzhJUT09 Option 2: Call in using a telephone; dial 1 669 900 6833 US; Webinar ID: 988 3474 8675 To Participate in Public Comment To participate in public comment, you must attend the meeting in person and fill out a comment card before the Board introduces the agenda item.  The Board will not receive public comments through the Zoom webinar. The raise your hand and chat functions will not be used during the meeting. Regular Board meeting agendas provide an opportunity for public comment on items on and not on the agenda.  Special meetings provide an opportunity for public comments on agenda items only. Individuals are asked to limit their comments for any item to not more than three minutes. If several people share the same issue, please choose one as your representative, and that person may be given additional time. The Board shall limit the total time of Public Comment to 20 minutes for each agenda item.   Agenda items will be discussed in the order in which they appear on the agenda. Once the discussion of an agenda item has been completed, the Board will not reopen the discussion on that topic later.  AMERICAN WITH DISABILITIES ACT NOTICE     In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, for those requiring special assistance to access the board meeting, access written documents being discussed at the board meeting, or otherwise participate at board meetings, please contact the Superintendent’s Office by sending an email to  jbaier@moraga.k12.ca.us . Notification at least 48 hours before the meeting will enable the district to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to the board meeting. Dr. Julie C. Parks, Ed. D., Superintendent Moraga School District 925-376-5943 jparks@moraga.k12.ca.us

Saturday, Sep 09 2023

Camino Pablo: Week of 9/5/2023

                                                                              Dear Camino Pablo Community, Thank you for your support for the “Leis for Lahaina” fundraiser.  The Camino Pablo community raised $2,800 that will be donated to the Red Cross in support of victims of the Maui fires.  The “Leis for Lahaina” concept was created by Camino Pablo 5th grade teacher Clare Fallon; her vision and commitment galvanized a strong effort by the entire Moraga community.  All four MSD schools participated in “Leis for Lahaina" and we will share the total amount raised in a future communication. Thank you also to the parent volunteers at morning drop-off and lunch.  I have included a link below to volunteer for morning drop-off in this communication. Your involvement helps us keep our students safe. David Lanuza- Camino Pablo Principal Reminder, After School Enrichment: We are so excited to once again offer After School Enrichment Programs (ASEP)!  Enrollment is open until Friday, September 8. Fall classes will run from Sept 18 to Dec 8. You can preview the classes and complete enrollment directly via the  Camino Pablo Homeroom  page. For questions about ASEP, reach out to  caminopabloasep@gmail.com . We are looking for 1 volunteer per ASEP class to make sure the kids arrive at the class safely and help with classroom management, as needed. If you (or a caregiver) can volunteer, your child can attend the class for free! Email ASEP coordinators at  caminopabloasep@gmail.com  to let them know that you can help, and you will receive a registration PROMO code.  Feel good opportunity  What: Veggie and fruit donation  to support our Title 1 Friendship school Where: Drop area outside CP office When:  Wednesday (9/6) and Thursday (9/7), all day Why: Model for our kiddos small efforts that help our larger communities in a very personal way. Donated foods will be delivered to our Title 1 Friendship school families, Meadow Homes, in Concord. If your garden is flourishing in the hot weather, you grabbed a tomato plant at the end of last school year, or you are running to the store, please consider a small veggie donation.  THANK YOU!  Questions, ask: Kathy Chao ( katchao@gmail.com ) Morning Drop-off: Camino Pablo continues to be without a crossing guard, we are seeking to fill the following hours: M/T/Th/F 8:00-8:40am; 1:45-2:15pm; 2:50-3:20pm  Wed 8:00-8:40am; 1:45-2:15pm  We always appreciate volunteers. If you are interested in volunteering for the morning drop-off, CP PTA has created a  sign-up link . Key Links: CP Bell Schedule MSD Instructional Calendar Drop-off  sign-up link . CP Traffic Rules Key Dat es , S eptember 2023: Wednesday, September 6:   CP PTA Executive Board Meeting,  8:30am-10:00am Room 6 Tuesday, September 12:: MSD Governing Board Meeting,  6:00pm JM Library Wednesday, September 13: Picture Day,  8:30-1:00pm MSD DEIB Committee Meeting,  6:30pm-8:00pm. JM Library Friday, September 15: First day of Hispanic Heritage Month Monday, September 18: MSD Coordinating Council Meeting,  3:30pm-5:00pm JM Library Wednesday, September 20: CP PTA Meeting,  8:30am-10:00am Room 6 Friday, September 22:: CP Bobcat Picnic,  5:00pm Monday, September 25: MSD Safety Committee Meeting,  3:30pm-5:00pm JM Library

Wednesday, Sep 06 2023

RHEEMARKS: September 4th

September 4, 2023   Good Evening, Rheem Team Families,   If you are anything like me, you are beginning to settle into the "routine" of school. Remember our Early/Late schedule for TK-2nd grade starts this week (see below).   I hope you are enjoying the long holiday weekend, and please set a few minutes aside to catch up on all that’s happening at Rheem this week.   This Week at Rheem: Monday, September 4: NO SCHOOL: Labor Day   Tuesday, September 5: Early/Late Schedule Begins for TK-2nd-grade The 3rd-grade full-day schedule beings TK: Early 8:25-12:02/Late 9:25-1:02 K-2nd-grade: Early 8:25-1:55/Late 9:35-3:05 3rd-5th-grade: 8:25-3:05   Wednesday, September 6: Wednesday Schedule TK: Early 8:25-12:02/Late 9:25-1:02 K-5th: 8:25 – 1:50 (All K-5th students) Rheem Store Open MEF Back to School Event @ the Canyon Club (5:00–7:00 pm)   Thursday, September 7: Regularly scheduled Thursday TK: – Early 8:25-12:02/Late 9:25-1:02 K-2nd-grade: Early 8:25-1:55/Late 9:35-3:05 3rd-5th-grade: 8:25-3:05   Friday, September 8: Regularly scheduled Friday TK: – Early 8:25-12:02/Late 9:25-1:02 K-2nd-grade: Early 8:25-1:55/Late 9:35-3:05 3rd-5th-grade: 8:25-3:05   Leis for Lahaina - UPDATE Thank you, Mrs. Cavallero, for organizing Rheem's "Leis for Lahaina" fundraiser. We raised nearly $1,500 with the sale of $5 homemade leis. Kudos to all the students for working so hard to make these beautiful creations a reality and to all the students and families who donated money for such a great cause.   Counselor’s Corner Newsletter Each month, Rheem's counselor, Andie Nishimi, will be sharing with the school community a newsletter with an update on her work being done here and providing excellent strategies and tools to help your student with self-regulation and wellness. A big thank you to Ms. Nishimi for all her work in getting “the Nest” (Rheem’s Wellness Center) up and running and her relentless effort in supporting the needs of all Rheem students and staff.   Counselor’s Corner – August Counselor’s Corner - September   Universal Meals Program – Help Wanted this Week Please consider volunteering to help serve snacks and lunch between 10:00-11:00 and 12:00-1:00 ( we need help this Tuesday and Friday during snack time) . Volunteering provides an excellent opportunity to see students in the company of their peers while enjoying a meal. To sign up, please  CLICK HERE .   Please  CLICK HERE  for the breakfast and lunch menus.   AMAZING OPPORTUNITY @ Rheem You may have seen a job posting in Rheemarks in the past several weeks. We’ve gotten little traction with its description, so please see the updated listing.  Teaching Assistant Position: Highly regarded profession (idolized by men, women, and children) Salary – starting at 50,000 Krona a week (the Krona is in reference to Iceland’s currency, which has an exchange rate of $1=kr133) Catered meals (When's the last time you had a school lunch?) Free exercise classes (get up to 5,000 steps a day on yard duty) Support the world’s greatest resource (no need to exaggerate here; you will have an opportunity to help every single child you work with) Please contact Chief Human Resource Officer (CHRO) Brian Sullivan ( bsullivan@moraga.k12.ca.us )  if you are interested in learning more…I couldn't resist embellishing once last time : )   Library Volunteers Needed  Library classes are in full swing. Students visit the library weekly and have the opportunity to check out books and enjoy listening to stories read by Mrs. Gillbanks (Rheem’s Library/Media Specialist).    If you want to help in the library, please click  HERE  to see when your student's class goes to the library and sign up.   Volunteers Needed for Late Arrival Supervision Starting tomorrow (Tuesday, September 5), our early/late groups will begin in the TK-2nd grades. In the past, our drop-off times have started at 9:10 AM and ended at 9:35 AM, and we hope to continue that again this year, but we will need the support of parent volunteers. The request for volunteers is to help supervise and keep students safe who arrive between 9:10-9:25. (All teachers and teaching assistants are providing instruction and support in the classroom between 8:25-9:25). We want to give the same opportunity to drop your student off at 9:10, so if you are available to help provide supervision for our students from 9:10-9:25 on either a Monday, Tuesday, Thursday or Friday, please reach out to Mrs. Fitzinger ( lfitzinger@moraga.k12.ca.us ).   Annual Rheem Parent Social – Hosted by Rheem’s PTA This Wednesday, September 6, from 5:00-7:00 @ the Canyon Club Get ready for a festive kick-off to the school year at Canyon Club at our annual Rheem Social! Tickets are $25 per person and include two drink tickets, appetizers, and the opportunity to connect with Mr. Sullivan, staff, and the community of Rheem parents.   The event is from 5:00 pm-7:00 pm this Wednesday . Light appetizers from Canyon Club will be provided. We'll also have a raffle with fun prizes!   Purchase your tickets  HERE !   PTA Student Spotlight - Community & Leadership Submitted by Anjuli Cargain – PTA Asst. VP Community & Leadership The Rheem PTA would like to recognize Avery Staines, a 4th-grade student in Mrs. Halstead and Dennehy's class, who led a campaign to raise funds to help local Maui residents. After visiting Hawaii for the first time this summer, she knew that Maui was a special place. With the help of friends and neighbors, Avery raised over $400 through making and selling handmade jewelry, baked goods, lemonade, and snow cones. She greatly exceeded her initial goal and sold out of most items. Avery's donation was also double-matched to the Ama OluKai Foundation, which supports the local community directly in wildfire relief. Avery is an inspiration to us all, and we are so proud that she is part of our Roadrunner family. Kulia i ka nu'u (strive to reach the highest).   COMING SOON: Rheem’s Annual Fun(d) Run! Get Your Pledges Ready! Get ready to Run4Rheem! Our largest school fundraiser of the year is coming up on October 4! The Fun(d) Run is an in-school event where students run as many laps as they can in a set time. Friends, family, and supporters can join in the fun by pledging a certain amount for each lap that their student completes. The Fun(d) Run is one of our school's most popular fundraising events — and every pledge makes a difference!  In the coming days, all students will receive an email from our fundraising platform, 99Pledges, with a unique link to their student's own pledge page. Please share this link with friends and family so that they can pledge money towards your student's run. We are aiming for 100% participation, so no amount is too small! Fun(d) Run proceeds will go towards campus improvements, such as a new campus marquee, and PTA events, such as Science Fair, Variety Show, Multicultural Night, and more! Didn’t get the email with your student’s unique link? Simply search and find your student’s pledge page here  https://app.99pledges.com/fund/2023run4rheem .  Thank you so much to our wonderful 2023 sponsors:  Blue Level ($1000) Sponsor  Sugar Sugar Wax Gold Level ($500) Sponsors: Moraga Pediatric Dentistry, Mandy Kilpatrick Real Estate  Team, Top Glass, and Pop Oats                         Mark your Calendar:  Please be sure to mark your calendar with the following: Friday, September 29: Make-up Picture Day The Last Word... Labor Day The United States Department of Labor has this to say about Labor Day:   “Labor Day is dedicated to the social and economic achievements of American workers. It constitutes a yearly national tribute to the contributions workers have made to the strength, prosperity, and well-being of our country. ”   Growing up the son of an electrician and secretary, my parents worked very hard to raise their three children in a nice neighborhood with good schools. Their hard work was nothing they ever spoke of but instead just modeled day in and day out. I’m not sure I ever wished my parents a “Happy Labor Day,” heaven knows I should have, so in the event someone has not wished you one today, Happy Labor Day, and thank you for all your hard work and all that you do to provide for your children.    There’s no place like Rheem! Mr. Sullivan

Tuesday, Sep 05 2023

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