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ALMOND THURSDAY WORD
February 15, 2018
UPCOMING DATES TO REMEMBER
PRINCIPAL MESSAGE
On my email signature I have this quote by Elie Wiesel (1986 Nobel Peace Prize winner), “We know that every moment is a moment of grace, every hour an offering; not to share them would mean to betray them. Our lives no longer belong to us alone; they belong to all those who need us desperately.”
Professor Wiesel taught at Boston University where I received my undergraduate degree. I was blessed to hear him speak and received a signed copy of his book Night. I have learned a great deal in my 45 years on this planet, and one of those things is to savor every present moment because we know not what tomorrow brings.
I genuinely love your children. All 511 of them. Each and every single one of them is remarkable! They didn’t come to this world on their own. They gained passage onto this Earth through you and continue to be supported by you.
I have had the wonderful privilege of serving the Almond community as principal, as well as being a mother to two incredible children (who attend our neighborhood schools in Los Gatos). Like Los Gatos, The Los Altos School District depends heavily on our PTAs to augment school funds to provide for excellent programs that extend beyond traditional academics.
As a parent, I look forward to my children’s annual Gala/Auction each year. My husband and I put on our best formal attire and join dear friends in a night of celebration - all for the benefit of raising dollars for our children’s education.
As your principal, I am eagerly anticipating our own Great Gatsby themed Almond Gala/Auction on March 3rd. Many of the Almond staff will be present! The Mission Possible Agents of Change are thrilled to attend to show our gratitude for your generosity and magnanimity. It will be a gift to spend time chatting with many of you whom I see in passing as I’m often rushing from one moment to the next. The event is being held at the Computer History Museum in Mountain View. That alone entices my curiosity a great deal.
If you haven’t purchased your tickets yet, please do so. HERE is the link.
It would be an honor to share this evening with you! We need each other to amplify the beauty that exists in this world. By coming together on March 3rd, we can capture together - “a moment of grace.”
PTA & SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS - NEW
LOST & FOUND
Tomorrow, at 1pm, all lost and found items will be bagged and prepared for donation. If you are missing items, please come find them ASAP.
FAMILY SCIENCE NIGHT IS COMING THURSDAY MARCH 1ST 6:30-8:00PM!
SPRING GALA AUCTION
STUDENT COUNCIL
Thank you for participating in the Valentines Card Making Week! Altogether we made 136 Valentine Cards to be delivered in lunches from the Community Services Agency to seniors in need.
52 SO FAR - LET’S KEEP CELEBRATING BLACK HISTORY MONTH
HERE is the slide deck. We have had 52 contributions out of 512 students. Please take some time to learn about an amazing champion of African heritage and create a slide to honor their achievements. Remember to check your information for accuracy; multiple sources are always best. Please take this time with your child to remind them that in a group project, there is a responsibility to safeguard the work of others while adding your own contributions. Therefore please scroll all the way to the bottom and edit from there.
LAEF
EARLY MAN MOVIE FUNDRAISER: AVAILABLE THROUGH MARCH 31
BOOKWAVE BLAST
5th ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL CELEBRATION - SEARCHING FOR PERFORMERS!
ATTENTION 4th • 5th • 6th GRADERS - THE 58TH LASD JUNIOR OLYMPICS IS COMING!
PILATES AFTER SCHOOL - EARLY BIRD SPECIAL!
BECOME A LIVING CLASSROOM DOCENT...SHARE YOUR LOVE OF NATURE WITH KIDS!
LIVING CLASSROOM EVENT: NATIVE PLANT TALK “RESTORING NATURE ONE GARDEN AT A TIME: HOW NATIVE PLANTS ARE KEY TO BRINGING BACK OUR BIRDS, BUTTERFLIES, AND ENTIRE ECOSYSTEMS”
REPEATED ANNOUNCEMENTS
LASD HEALTH SERVICES
The District Nurses will be doing Hearing screening at Almond for all Kindergarten, 2nd, 5th grades on 3/7/18. If your child has a known hearing loss, please notify the Health Services Staff (nurses@lasdschools.org) before the day of the screening. The nurse will mail a referral form and call the parents of students who do not pass the Hearing screening.
COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
The MVLA Parent Education Speaker Series
To register for this free event, go to https://mvla2017-2018-
Sponsored by Los Altos Educational Foundation (LAEF), MVLA High School Foundation, Mountain View Educational Foundation (MVEF), and Los Altos-Mountain View PTA Council.
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Almond Elementary School Website
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ALMOND THURSDAY WORD
February 8, 2018
UPCOMING DATES TO REMEMBER
PRINCIPAL MESSAGE
That green bench. It’s still there. It beckoned me Monday while I wore my solar flame white sunglasses, ate my Five Guys, and allowed the warmth of the sun to raise my spirits.
What brought me the most joy though...was an interaction I observed between two 6th grade girls who had just finished their lunches and were strolling together to their next destination.
Millie (standing to the right of Rachel) said, “Rachel, you are a wonderful human being.”
I have no idea what prompted this exclamation. And, these were her exact words, said in her charming British accent.
Wow! To be told you are a “wonderful human being.” That might be the most incredible compliment one might ever offer another. It was beautiful to witness.
Almond Community - I need your help. There are 50 plus staff members on this campus that work tirelessly to provide the best learning experience for your children. In the next week, please take time with your children to complete THIS form for a staff member you’d like to celebrate as “a wonderful human being.” Feel free to complete as many forms as you wish.
Please complete your forms by Tuesday morning (2/13, 9am). Next Thursday, February 15th, I will present each staff member on our campus with their very own SOAR ticket keepsake.
For our staff, SOAR stands for...Serving students selflessly, Owning the success of each other and all of our students, Always striving to be our best, Respecting our gifts and those of each member on our team.
PTA & SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS - NEW
LET’S KEEP CELEBRATING BLACK HISTORY MONTH
HERE is the slide deck. We have had 6 contributions out of 512 students. I believe we can do better!!!! Please take some time to learn about an amazing champion of African heritage and create a slide to honor their achievements.
REMINDER - SCHOOL COFFEE RE: TRANSITIONING TO JUNIOR HIGH ON 2/8
Keith Rocha, Egan Principal, will host a coffee for any parent interested in learning more about Egan Junior High. While this event is typically attended by 6th grade parents, it is open to parents of children at any level. Due to the prior arrangement of this date, it must still take place on its designated Thursday. However, instead of beginning after the assembly, it will start at 8:30am in the multi.
LASD HEALTH SERVICES
The District Nurses will be doing Hearing screening at Almond for all Kindergarten, 2nd, 5th grades on 3/7/18. If your child has a known hearing loss, please notify the Health Services Staff (nurses@lasdschools.org) before the day of the screening. The nurse will mail a referral form and call the parents of students who do not pass the Hearing screening.
FAMILY SCIENCE NIGHT IS COMING THURSDAY MARCH 1ST 6:30-8PM!
What is Family Science Night?
An amazing night of science exploration at Almond School! 25+ stations for children TK-6th grade to interact with everything from robotics to anatomy!
Family Science Night is not a drop off event, children must be accompanied by adult.
Do you enjoy science or helping children explore and experiment?
We still need a few volunteers to run a table or help set up the morning of the event at 8:30am.
Sign up here! Questions? Dharti Dhami dharti@gmail.com or Melissa Neal mbryantneal@yahoo.com
LAEF
ABC (Asset Building Champion)/ Project Cornerstone
REPEATED ANNOUNCEMENTS
STRICTLY STRINGS CONCERT
6th Grade Orchestra Students from Almond, Covington, Gardner Bullis and Santa Rita will be featured in a performance with Egan and Los Altos High School Orchestras. Come to see the progression of string students from elementary to high school. It is a free concert, everyone is invited! Tuesday, Feb. 13th, 7:00 PM, Los Altos High School Eagle Theatre.
LET’S PARTY LIKE GATSBY!
SPRING GALA AUCTION
COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
SAFE ROUTES IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS
When: Monday, Feb 12, 6:30pm Open House, 7:00pm Complete Streets Commission Meeting
Where: Grant Park Community Center, Rooms 2 and 3, 1575 Holt Ave., Los Altos
Hosted by: City of Los Altos Public Works Department and Completes Street Commission
Parent Chat
Let's Talk
Platica Para Padres
Vamos a Platicar
S.O.A.R. CELEBRATIONS
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WANT TO SUBMIT SOMETHING TO THE THURSDAY WORD?
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Quick Links…
School & Community News now found via Peachjar:
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Almond Elementary School Website
Copyright © 2003-2016 Los Altos School District. All rights reserved.
ALMOND THURSDAY WORD
February 1, 2018
UPCOMING DATES TO REMEMBER
PRINCIPAL MESSAGE
February 1st marks the beginning of Black History Month. Today’s Google Doodle (which is really fun to say fast five times) depicts an incredible champion of Black History. Carter G. Woodson, a scholar and author, played a prominent role in bringing awareness and pride to the African-American experience in the 1920s that ultimately inspired this one month celebration.
At this morning’s assembly, I shared a whiteboard on which I will display slides created by our students honoring other African-American champions who have encouraged progress and been brave risk takers. Here is my sample, and lots of extra slide templates. Please take some time with your child this month to do some research of your own to learn about a changemaker with African heritage, who influenced civil rights in our country, or in the world, in a positive way. This person could be someone from long ago, or a current advocate.
Once you’ve identified someone you’d like to pay tribute to, please modify one of the slide templates. Here are some suggestions as our community comes together to create a digital collection of champions.
We played the Jeopardy Game this morning with some of the most famous of these heroes. For example, “This champion was an incredible orator and addressed the nation with his ‘I Have a Dream Speech’.” Who is Martin Luther King Jr.? “This champion decided she wasn’t going to sit down in the back of the bus.” Who is Rosa Parks? “This champion was the first African-American child to desegregate an all white school.” Who is Ruby Bridges?
Every morning I will look at the new contributions in the slide deck, I will print them, and add them to the mobile whiteboard.
Hmmm...with 28 days in February, I wonder how many whiteboards it’s going to take to display all of these incredible champions.
PTA & SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS - NEW
REMINDER - SCHOOL COFFEE RE: TRANSITIONING TO JUNIOR HIGH ON 2/8
Keith Rocha, Egan Principal, will host a coffee for any parent interested in learning more about Egan Junior High. While this event is typically attended by 6th grade parents, it is open to parents of children at any level. Due to the prior arrangement of this date, it must still take place on its designated Thursday. However, instead of beginning after the assembly, it will start at 8:30am in the multi.
STUDENT COUNCIL
LAEF
LAEF supports teachers and staff for STEM, arts, literacy, wellness and personalized learning. We need your help to raise an additional $950K to fully fund these programs for the 2017-18 school year. Every TK-8th grade student in LASD is benefitting from LAEF-funded programs, and that’s why we strive for 100% parent participation. Gifts of any amount are appreciated. Learn more & make your tax-deductible donation today at www.laefonline.org.
LET’S PARTY LIKE GATSBY!
SPRING GALA AUCTION
REPEATED ANNOUNCEMENTS
STRICTLY STRINGS CONCERT
6th Grade Orchestra Students from Almond, Covington, Gardner Bullis and Santa Rita will be featured in a performance with Egan and Los Altos High School Orchestras. Come to see the progression of string students from elementary to high school. It is a free concert, everyone is invited! Tuesday, Feb. 13th, 7:00 PM, Los Altos High School Eagle Theatre.
FAMILY SCIENCE NIGHT IS COMING THURSDAY MARCH 1ST 6:30-8PM!
OPT IN TO TEXT MESSAGING SERVICE FOR SCHOOL EMERGENCIES
This week Gardner Bullis experiences a water main break that necessitated students to be sent home for the day because there was no running water to support basic needs. The school was able to notify parents of this situation in an efficient way as a result of so many families having subscribed to text messaging school announcement. Please consider opting in so that in the event of an emergency at Almond, we can notify you of the situation quickly.
STEM CAREER DAY EVENTS AT EGAN AND BLACH
COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
IT IS GIRL SCOUT COOKIE TIME!!!
SAFE ROUTES IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS
When: Monday, Feb 12, 6:30pm Open House, 7:00pm Complete StreetsCommission Meeting
Where: Grant Park Community Center, Rooms 2 and 3, 1575 Holt Ave., Los Altos
Hosted by: City of Los Altos Public Works Department and Completes Street Commission
LOCAL RESOURCE GUIDE FOR LEARNING CHALLENGES
Do you need help finding summer camps to fit your child's needs? Recreational opportunities that are accepting and inclusive? Therapists, advocates, tutors? Please check out SELPA1CAC's Local Resource Guide! at www.selpa1cac.org or tinyurl.com/localresourceguide
Better Communication with Your Teen, DBT w/Michael Fitzgerald, SELPA 1 CAC Parent Education Event
Parent Chat
Let's Talk
Guía de recursos locales para desafíos de aprendizaje
¿Necesita ayuda para encontrar campamentos de verano que se adapten a las necesidades de su hijo?Oportunidades recreativas que son aceptables e inclusivasTerapeutas, defensores, tutores? ¡Consulte la Guía de recursos locales de SELPA1CAC!en www.selpa1cac.org o tinyurl.com/
Mejor Comunicación con Su Adolescente, DBT con Michael Fitzgerald SELPA 1 CAC Evento de Educación para Padres
Platica Para Padres
Vamos a Platicar
S.O.A.R. CELEBRATIONS
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WANT TO SUBMIT SOMETHING TO THE THURSDAY WORD?
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Quick Links…
School & Community News now found via Peachjar:
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Almond Elementary School Website
Copyright © 2003-2016 Los Altos School District. All rights reserved.
ALMOND THURSDAY WORD
January 11, 2018
UPCOMING DATES TO REMEMBER
LASD MESSAGE
LAEF Informational Coffee: January 23rd, 8:45 am, Los Altos School District Office Board Room (Covington Campus)
SCHOOL MESSAGE
...from Mrs. Benadom
Monday, January 15th, is Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
I did a bit of information gathering to better understand the significance of this day. The data at the end of this message only comprises two industries; government & entertainment. There are many more relevant accomplishments outside of these fields that would take pages and pages to include.
Nevertheless, my greatest take away was that while America has come a long way in the last two hundred years, we still have MUCH further to go.
Each year that I have been principal at Almond Elementary there has been an opportunity to engage around the topic of race or ethnicity. As a result of these experiences, I continue to recognize that many people face difficulties day in and day out as a result of their race and ethnicity.
Through reflection, I have committed to the following practices: listen with compassion, address challenges around race and ethnicity when they arise, frequently check in with personal biases, engage in uncomfortable dialogue around this issue with the goal of seeking understanding through connection, teach children to value cultural differences, and treasure the richness that every single child brings with them to school each and every day.
Feel free to share some of these significant dates* in history with your children as you enjoy your 3 day weekend in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.:
*Facts above from Wikipedia.
PTA & SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS - NEW
STUDENT COUNCIL
BOOKWAVE DEADLINE
FIFTH GRADE MAKEY MAKEY NIGHT
Makey Makey night allows 5th grade students to showcase the work that they did researching a Native American Tribe. The students have created a game board that include summaries on five different topics. Students created a game on Scratch using their computer programing skills that utilizes Makey Makey to play the game.
SAVE THE DATE: LASD JUNIOR OLYMPICS
...will be Saturday, April 28, 2018 from 8am - 4 pm at Mountain View High School. Fourth, Fifth and Sixth Graders will start training during their regular PE classes the end of February. For more information, please check out www.lasdjo.com or contact your Almond JO Chairs: Suzanne Jensen (suzcjensen@yahoo.com), Kirsten Sirey (ksirey@yahoo.com) and Vicky Lee (vicster_chin@yahoo.com). Go Almond!
PROJECT CORNERSTONE FOR JANUARY:
Please contact co-leads Mona ElNaggar (monayousuf05@gmail.com) or Jen Walker (jenswalker5@gmail.com) with any questions.
SPRING GALA AUCTION
We are less than two months away from the Almond Spring Gala and continue to need your help! In order for the gala to be a success, we rely on donations for both the silent and live auctions. Consider donating a week or weekend at your vacation home, sporting events tickets, free classes to an activity, theatre tickets, spa packages, wine/vineyard tours, a tour to a Bay Area tech company, camp sessions, Almond parent parties, Almond student/class parties, etc. Please contact Nina Krammer (nkrammer@yahoo.com) or Gabby Gomez (gabbygirl_915@yahoo.com) if you have any donation ideas or questions. Submitting your donation online is simple and easy! Visit https://501auctions.com/
PERTUSSIS BOOSTER FOR STUDENTS IN 6TH GRADE:
Students currently in 6th grade must have proof of a Tdap or Dtap (Pertussis or Whooping Cough) booster given after their 7th birthday (after 10th birthday is recommended) in order to begin 7th grade in August of 2018. Please provide a copy of your child’s immunization record to your school office as soon as possible!
NEW AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM AT ALMOND BEGINS 1/9
STEM CAREER DAY EVENTS AT EGAN AND BLACH
LASD HEALTH SERVICES: WHEN TO KEEP YOUR CHILD HOME FROM SCHOOL
REPEATED ANNOUNCEMENTS
ALMOND DRAMA PROGRAM - MULAN JR. - OPEN FOR ENROLLMENT
The Almond Drama Program is excited to announce that enrollment is open for our Spring production of “Mulan Jr."
If you have any questions please email Luisa Smith at smithluisa605@gmail.com or Lori Sevcik at loriandshea@mac.com.
LASD PARENT ED TALKS - READING WORKSHOP
SCHOOL COFFEE RE: MATH PROBLEM OF THE MONTH & NUMBER TALKS
Beth Leach (Almond’s STEM IST) will host a coffee regarding current research and math instruction. While automaticity is still a necessary skill for students to master, and algorithms are essential in efficiently solving math problems, there is abundant research that visualizing and conceptual understanding lead to deeper and more sustained math proficiency. You will hear about this research and how LASD and Almond support learners in growing their math brains. This talk will be at 8:30am, in the library, on FRIDAY, 1/19.
PARENT EDUCATION AT ALMOND
FATHER/DAUGHTER DANCE, 2/10, 6:30-9PM IN ALMOND SCHOOL MULTI
SCHOOL COFFEE RE: TRANSITIONING TO JUNIOR HIGH, 2/8
Keith Rocha, Egan Principal, will host a coffee for any parent interested in learning more about Egan Junior High. While this event is typically attended by 6th grade parents, it is open to parents of children at any level. Due to the prior arrangement of this date, it must still take place on its designated Thursday. However, instead of beginning after the assembly, it will start at 8:30am in the multi.
COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
FROM THE SELPA
DE LA SELPA
S.O.A.R. CELEBRATIONS
(listed alphabetically by last name)
WANT TO SUBMIT SOMETHING TO THE THURSDAY WORD?
Send announcements to us at AlmondThursdayWord@
Quick Links…
School & Community News now found via Peachjar:
https://www.peachjar.com/
Almond Elementary School Website
Copyright © 2003-2016 Los Altos School District. All rights reserved.
ALMOND THURSDAY WORD
January 4, 2018
UPCOMING DATES TO REMEMBER
SCHOOL MESSAGE
Welcome back! May 2018 be filled with blessings for everyone.
If you don’t yet follow Almond on Twitter, now’s a great time to start. It gives you peek into the awesome happenings at our incredible school.
PTA & SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS - NEW
HAPPY NEW YEAR FROM LAEF!
We hope you had a wonderful break and are looking forward to a great second half of the school year. The end of 2017 brought in many contributions and we met our $30K matching gift! Special thanks to those families who made a tax-deductible gift or requested a match from their company. Stay tuned for an exciting update on our fundraising progress. In the meantime...for more information about LAEF or to donate, please go to www.LAEFonline.org.
SCHOOL COFFEE RE: MATH PROBLEM OF THE MONTH & NUMBER TALKS
Beth Leach (Almond’s STEM IST) will host a coffee regarding current research and math instruction. While automaticity is still a necessary skill for students to master, and algorithms are essential in efficiently solving math problems, there is abundant research that visualizing and conceptual understanding lead to deeper and more sustained math proficiency. You will hear about this research and how LASD and Almond support learners in growing their math brains. This talk will be at 8:30am, in the library, on FRIDAY, 1/19.
BOOKWAVE DEADLINE
STUDENT COUNCIL
Father/Daughter Dance- Feb 10th 6:30-9pm in the Almond School Multi
SCHOOL COFFEE RE: TRANSITIONING TO JUNIOR HIGH
Keith Rocha, Egan Principal, will host a coffee for any parent interested in learning more about Egan Junior High. While this event is typically attended by 6th grade parents, it is open to parents of children at any level. Due to the prior arrangement of this date, it must still take place on its designated Thursday. However, instead of beginning after the assembly, it will start at 8:30am in the multi.
WANT TO JOIN THE ALMOND SINGERS? (It's Not Too Late!)
Is your child interested in joining the Almond Singers? Registration is now open for the 2018 Spring Semester (Jan-May). Enrollment is open for students in grades 2-6. Mrs. Barnett, Almond Singers Director, has some great things planned for the group, including participating in the Los Altos Festival of Choirs Concert in March! Rehearsals are every Tuesday morning, and resume on Tuesday, January 9, 2018 in the Multi at7:30am (yes, we know it's early;)! Please email Sandrine Steciw at sandy94025@yahoo.com to register your child. The cost to join is $65 (which is prorated for 1/2 year). Checks should be made out to 'Almond PTA,' and can be dropped off in the PTA box in the school office, or brought to the first rehearsal in 2018. Have your child join their friends and classmates in making beautiful music together!
ALMOND DRAMA PROGRAM - MULAN JR. - OPEN FOR ENROLLMENT
The Almond Drama Program is excited to announce that enrollment is open for our Spring production of “Mulan Jr."
If you have any questions please email Luisa Smith at smithluisa605@gmail.com or Lori Sevcik at loriandshea@mac.com.
LASD PARENT ED TALKS - READING WORKSHOP
REPEATED ANNOUNCEMENTS
PARENT EDUCATION AT ALMOND
SPRING GALA AUCTION
We are gearing up for the Almond Spring Gala and need your help! In order for the gala to be a success, we rely on donations for both the silent and live auctions. Donations can be anything. Consider donating a week or weekend at your vacation home, sporting events tickets, free classes to an activity, theatre tickets, spa packages, wine/vineyard tours, a tour to a Bay Area tech company, camp sessions, Almond parent parties, Almond student/class parties, etc. Please contact Nina Krammer (nkrammer@yahoo.com) or Gabby Gomez (gabbygirl_915@yahoo.com) if you have any donation ideas or questions. Or, simply visit the donation link and submit your donation online at https://501auctions.com/
S.O.A.R. CELEBRATIONS
(listed alphabetically by last name)
WANT TO SUBMIT SOMETHING TO THE THURSDAY WORD?
Send announcements to us at AlmondThursdayWord@
Quick Links…
School & Community News now found via Peachjar:
https://www.peachjar.com/
Almond Elementary School Website
Copyright © 2003-2016 Los Altos School District. All rights reserved.
ALMOND THURSDAY WORD
January 4, 2018
UPCOMING DATES TO REMEMBER
SCHOOL MESSAGE
Welcome back! May 2018 be filled with blessings for everyone.
If you don’t yet follow Almond on Twitter, now’s a great time to start. It gives you peek into the awesome happenings at our incredible school.
PTA & SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS - NEW
HAPPY NEW YEAR FROM LAEF!
We hope you had a wonderful break and are looking forward to a great second half of the school year. The end of 2017 brought in many contributions and we met our $30K matching gift! Special thanks to those families who made a tax-deductible gift or requested a match from their company. Stay tuned for an exciting update on our fundraising progress. In the meantime...for more information about LAEF or to donate, please go to www.LAEFonline.org.
SCHOOL COFFEE RE: MATH PROBLEM OF THE MONTH & NUMBER TALKS
Beth Leach (Almond’s STEM IST) will host a coffee regarding current research and math instruction. While automaticity is still a necessary skill for students to master, and algorithms are essential in efficiently solving math problems, there is abundant research that visualizing and conceptual understanding lead to deeper and more sustained math proficiency. You will hear about this research and how LASD and Almond support learners in growing their math brains. This talk will be at 8:30am, in the library, on FRIDAY, 1/19.
BOOKWAVE DEADLINE
STUDENT COUNCIL
Father/Daughter Dance- Feb 10th 6:30-9pm in the Almond School Multi
SCHOOL COFFEE RE: TRANSITIONING TO JUNIOR HIGH
Keith Rocha, Egan Principal, will host a coffee for any parent interested in learning more about Egan Junior High. While this event is typically attended by 6th grade parents, it is open to parents of children at any level. Due to the prior arrangement of this date, it must still take place on its designated Thursday. However, instead of beginning after the assembly, it will start at 8:30am in the multi.
WANT TO JOIN THE ALMOND SINGERS? (It's Not Too Late!)
Is your child interested in joining the Almond Singers? Registration is now open for the 2018 Spring Semester (Jan-May). Enrollment is open for students in grades 2-6. Mrs. Barnett, Almond Singers Director, has some great things planned for the group, including participating in the Los Altos Festival of Choirs Concert in March! Rehearsals are every Tuesday morning, and resume on Tuesday, January 9, 2018 in the Multi at7:30am (yes, we know it's early;)! Please email Sandrine Steciw at sandy94025@yahoo.com to register your child. The cost to join is $65 (which is prorated for 1/2 year). Checks should be made out to 'Almond PTA,' and can be dropped off in the PTA box in the school office, or brought to the first rehearsal in 2018. Have your child join their friends and classmates in making beautiful music together!
ALMOND DRAMA PROGRAM - MULAN JR. - OPEN FOR ENROLLMENT
The Almond Drama Program is excited to announce that enrollment is open for our Spring production of “Mulan Jr."
If you have any questions please email Luisa Smith at smithluisa605@gmail.com or Lori Sevcik at loriandshea@mac.com.
LASD PARENT ED TALKS - READING WORKSHOP
REPEATED ANNOUNCEMENTS
PARENT EDUCATION AT ALMOND
SPRING GALA AUCTION
We are gearing up for the Almond Spring Gala and need your help! In order for the gala to be a success, we rely on donations for both the silent and live auctions. Donations can be anything. Consider donating a week or weekend at your vacation home, sporting events tickets, free classes to an activity, theatre tickets, spa packages, wine/vineyard tours, a tour to a Bay Area tech company, camp sessions, Almond parent parties, Almond student/class parties, etc. Please contact Nina Krammer (nkrammer@yahoo.com) or Gabby Gomez (gabbygirl_915@yahoo.com) if you have any donation ideas or questions. Or, simply visit the donation link and submit your donation online at https://501auctions.com/
S.O.A.R. CELEBRATIONS
(listed alphabetically by last name)
WANT TO SUBMIT SOMETHING TO THE THURSDAY WORD?
Send announcements to us at AlmondThursdayWord@
Quick Links…
School & Community News now found via Peachjar:
https://www.peachjar.com/
Almond Elementary School Website
Copyright © 2003-2016 Los Altos School District. All rights reserved.
ALMOND THURSDAY WORD
December 14, 2017
UPCOMING DATES TO REMEMBER
SCHOOL MESSAGE
...From Mrs. Benadom
As we close the 2017 calendar year, there is much for which to be grateful.
The new year can afford us the opportunity to reset and start fresh.
When we return on Tuesday, January 2nd, our parking lot will once again be fully accessible to the entire staff and our community. Our two lane drive through will be restored, yet the two lane traffic that formerly existed between the first and second rows of parked cars will be reduced to one due to new regulations regarding handicapped parking.
Please - I beg of you, when you are traveling by car into our parking lot or making your way along the drive through area, please do so with extreme caution and attentiveness.
In closing, enjoy the upcoming weeks with your families. Whether you celebrate Hannukah, Christmas, Kwanzaa, something else, or nothing at all - we are grateful for the richness that you and your children bring to our diverse community.
Happy Holidays. See you next year.
PTA & SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS - NEW
SCHOOL COFFEE RE: MATH PROBLEM OF THE MONTH & NUMBER TALKS
Beth Leach (Almond’s STEM IST) and Karen Wilson (LASD STEM Coordinator) will host a coffee regarding current research and math instruction. While automaticity is still a necessary skill for students to master, and algorithms are essential in efficiently solving math problems, there is abundant research that visualizing and conceptual understanding lead to deeper and more sustained math proficiency. You will hear about this research and how LASD and Almond support learners in growing their math brains. This talk will be at 8:30am, in the library, on FRIDAY, 1/19.
SCHOOL COFFEE RE: TRANSITIONING TO JUNIOR HIGH
Keith Rocha, Egan Principal, will host a coffee for any parent interested in learning more about Egan Junior High. While this event is typically attended by 6th grade parents, it is open to parents of children at any level. Due to the prior arrangement of this date, it must still take place on its designated Thursday. However, instead of beginning after the assembly, it will start at 8:30am in the multi.
WANT TO JOIN THE ALMOND SINGERS? (It's Not Too Late!)
Is your child interested in joining the Almond Singers? Registration is now open for the 2018 Spring Semester (Jan-May). Enrollment is open for students in grades 2-6. Mrs. Barnett, Almond Singers Director, has some great things planned for the group, including participating in the Los Altos Festival of Choirs Concert in March! Rehearsals are every Tuesday morning, and resume on Tuesday, January 9, 2018 in the Multi at 7:30am (yes, we know it's early;)! Please email Sandrine Steciw at sandy94025@yahoo.com to register your child. The cost to join is $65 (which is prorated for 1/2 year). Checks should be made out to 'Almond PTA,' and can be dropped off in the PTA box in the school office, or brought to the first rehearsal in 2018. Have your child join their friends and classmates in making beautiful music together!
SPRING GALA AUCTION
We are gearing up for the Almond Spring Gala and need your help! In order for the gala to be a success, we rely on donations for both the silent and live auctions. Donations can be anything. Consider donating a week or weekend at your vacation home, sporting events tickets, free classes to an activity, theatre tickets, spa packages, wine/vineyard tours, a tour to a Bay Area tech company, camp sessions, Almond parent parties, Almond student/class parties, etc. Please contact Nina Krammer (nkrammer@yahoo.com) or Gabby Gomez (gabbygirl_915@yahoo.com) if you have any donation ideas or questions. Or, simply visit the donation link and submit your donation online at https://501auctions.com/
ALMOND DRAMA PROGRAM - MULAN JR. - OPEN FOR ENROLLMENT
PARENT EDUCATION AT ALMOND
S.O.A.R. CELEBRATIONS
(listed alphabetically by last name)
WANT TO SUBMIT SOMETHING TO THE THURSDAY WORD?
Send announcements to us at AlmondThursdayWord@
Quick Links…
School & Community News now found via Peachjar:
https://www.peachjar.com/
Almond Elementary School Website
Copyright © 2003-2016 Los Altos School District. All rights reserved.
ALMOND THURSDAY FRIDAY WORD
December 8, 2017
UPCOMING DATES TO REMEMBER
SCHOOL MESSAGE
A huge thank you to the many students, staff, and parents who contributed to last night’s Kindergarten & New Family Information Night.
Rachel Harnish - You beautifully shared the value of the partnership between home and school on behalf of the Almond PTA. Together we can accomplish any mission!
Jane Sanders - Everything was set up and ready for showtime. You welcome all of our families with a loving heart. You are remarkable!
Jessica Mountz - Thank you for setting up a table with information packets in a variety of languages.
Leanne Kridl, Laurie Lamb, Joan O’Dell, and Lisa Schubert - Sincere thanks for being present and for opening your rooms open to allow parents a peek into the world of kinder and TK at Almond.
Laura Better - Through your leadership, your 5th grade students and our student council members were brilliant. Here is a Tweet. It was a testament to our Almond mission, “Empower our students to OWN their learning in a collaborative community.”
Axel, Brooke, Chaitrashree, Hayden, Jagger, Julia, Kayla, Lily, Lola, Mariam, Paula, Sandy, Trisha, Yasmeen, Zack, and Ziana - WOW! You were articulate, poised, full of enthusiasm, authentic...you shined so very brightly last night. Thank you for sharing yourselves with us. We are who we are as a result of your awesomeness!
PTA & SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS - NEW
STUDENT COUNCIL
LAEF: A Milestone and a Match
We've raised $2.5 Million – the next big milestone on our way to $3.7 Million! Thanks to the 1492 LASD families who have generously given to LAEF this school year. Their contributions are helping fund teachers and staff for STEM, arts, literacy, wellness and personalized learning. Make your tax-deductible annual donation to LAEF by December 31st and it will be DOUBLED by a generous LASD family - up to $30K.
LAEF: Two weeks left for Corporate Matching in 2017
Did you know that in 2016/17, LAEF received more than $700,000 in corporate matching funds? With less than 20 days until the end of the tax year now is the time to submit a matching request to your company. Find out if your company matches by going to www.doublethedonation.com/laef or select “Donate” at LAEFonline.org.
PARENT VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO FILL 2 PTA COMMITTEE CHAIR POSITIONS
BOOKWAVE
AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAMS
6TH GRADE WONDER MOVIE FUNDRAISER: AVAILABLE THROUGH DECEMBER 31
PARENT EDUCATION AT ALMOND
Pilates After School - SPECIAL PROMOTION & Space Available!
S.O.A.R. CELEBRATIONS
(listed alphabetically by last name)
COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mon. Dec. 11, 2017, 7PM-9PM, Los Altos Library, 13 S. San Antonio Rd.
Let's Talk: A chance to ask questions and share ideas, resources, and support with other parents of students with IEPs, 504s, learning differences, mental health challenges, etc. All are welcome, participants must respect confidentiality.
Tue. Dec 12, 2017, 7PM-8:30PM, Los Altos Library
Parent Chat: Are you concerned about the emotional well being of your child? Come to Parent Chat, peer to peer support for parents of teens. Hosted by the Mental Health Subcommittee of SELPA 1 CAC.
Tues. January 23, 2018 6-8 pm, Crittenden Middle School MUR, 1701 Rock St Mountain View
Learning Challenges Resource Fair: Heads up for the 4th Learning Challenges Resource Fair coming up in 2018. Does your child need tutoring? Do you need to find a summer camp that fits your student’s needs? Are you interested in finding local therapists, advocates, recreational programs and more? Come join us at the SELPA1CAC/Learning Challenges Committee Resource Fair and talk to dozens of local providers about services that can help your child thrive!
Lunes, Dec 11 , 2017, 7PM-9PM, Biblioteca de Los Altos, 13 S. San Antonio Road
Vamos a Platicar: Una oportunidad para preguntas y compartir ideas, recursos, y apoyo de otros padres con estudiantes de PEIs, 504s, diferencias de aprendizaje, retos de salud mental, etc. Todos son bienvenidos, los participantes deben respetar confidencialidad.
Martes, Dec 12 2017, 7-8:30 PM, Biblioteca de Los Altos, 13 S. San Antonio Road
Platica Para Padres: Le preocupa el bienestar emocional de su hijo(a)? Apoyo de colega a colega para padres con jóvenes de 14+. Venga a unirse a un grupo de apoyo organizado por el Subcomité de Salud Mental de SELPA 1 CAC
Martes 23 de enero del 2018, de 6 a 8 pm, Salón de Usos Múltiples (MUR) en la Escuela Secundaria Crittenden
FERIA DE RECURSOS PARA LOS RETOS EN EL APRENDIZAJE: ¿Necesita su hijo tutoría? ¿Necesita usted encontrar un campamento durante el verano, que se acomode a las necesidades de su estudiante? ¿Está usted interesado en encontrar un terapista local, defensores, programas recreativos y más? Venga y acompáñenos a la Feria de Recursos del Comité para Retos en el Aprendizaje (SELPA1CAC/Learning Challenges Committee Resource Fair), y hable con docenas de proveedores locales, acerca de los servicios que pueden ayudar a su hijo a avanzar!
WANT TO SUBMIT SOMETHING TO THE THURSDAY WORD?
Send announcements to us at AlmondThursdayWord@
Quick Links…
School & Community News now found via Peachjar:
https://www.peachjar.com/
Almond Elementary School Website
Copyright © 2003-2016 Los Altos School District. All rights reserved.
ALMOND THURSDAY FRIDAY WORD
December 8, 2017
UPCOMING DATES TO REMEMBER
SCHOOL MESSAGE
A huge thank you to the many students, staff, and parents who contributed to last night’s Kindergarten & New Family Information Night.
Rachel Harnish - You beautifully shared the value of the partnership between home and school on behalf of the Almond PTA. Together we can accomplish any mission!
Jane Sanders - Everything was set up and ready for showtime. You welcome all of our families with a loving heart. You are remarkable!
Jessica Mountz - Thank you for setting up a table with information packets in a variety of languages.
Leanne Kridl, Laurie Lamb, Joan O’Dell, and Lisa Schubert - Sincere thanks for being present and for opening your rooms open to allow parents a peek into the world of kinder and TK at Almond.
Laura Better - Through your leadership, your 5th grade students and our student council members were brilliant. Here is a Tweet. It was a testament to our Almond mission, “Empower our students to OWN their learning in a collaborative community.”
Axel, Brooke, Chaitrashree, Hayden, Jagger, Julia, Kayla, Lily, Lola, Mariam, Paula, Sandy, Trisha, Yasmeen, Zack, and Ziana - WOW! You were articulate, poised, full of enthusiasm, authentic...you shined so very brightly last night. Thank you for sharing yourselves with us. We are who we are as a result of your awesomeness!
PTA & SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS - NEW
STUDENT COUNCIL
LAEF: A Milestone and a Match
We've raised $2.5 Million – the next big milestone on our way to $3.7 Million! Thanks to the 1492 LASD families who have generously given to LAEF this school year. Their contributions are helping fund teachers and staff for STEM, arts, literacy, wellness and personalized learning. Make your tax-deductible annual donation to LAEF by December 31st and it will be DOUBLED by a generous LASD family - up to $30K.
LAEF: Two weeks left for Corporate Matching in 2017
Did you know that in 2016/17, LAEF received more than $700,000 in corporate matching funds? With less than 20 days until the end of the tax year now is the time to submit a matching request to your company. Find out if your company matches by going to www.doublethedonation.com/laef or select “Donate” at LAEFonline.org.
PARENT VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO FILL 2 PTA COMMITTEE CHAIR POSITIONS
BOOKWAVE
AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAMS
6TH GRADE WONDER MOVIE FUNDRAISER: AVAILABLE THROUGH DECEMBER 31
PARENT EDUCATION AT ALMOND
Pilates After School - SPECIAL PROMOTION & Space Available!
S.O.A.R. CELEBRATIONS
(listed alphabetically by last name)
COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mon. Dec. 11, 2017, 7PM-9PM, Los Altos Library, 13 S. San Antonio Rd.
Let's Talk: A chance to ask questions and share ideas, resources, and support with other parents of students with IEPs, 504s, learning differences, mental health challenges, etc. All are welcome, participants must respect confidentiality.
Tue. Dec 12, 2017, 7PM-8:30PM, Los Altos Library
Parent Chat: Are you concerned about the emotional well being of your child? Come to Parent Chat, peer to peer support for parents of teens. Hosted by the Mental Health Subcommittee of SELPA 1 CAC.
Tues. January 23, 2018 6-8 pm, Crittenden Middle School MUR, 1701 Rock St Mountain View
Learning Challenges Resource Fair: Heads up for the 4th Learning Challenges Resource Fair coming up in 2018. Does your child need tutoring? Do you need to find a summer camp that fits your student’s needs? Are you interested in finding local therapists, advocates, recreational programs and more? Come join us at the SELPA1CAC/Learning Challenges Committee Resource Fair and talk to dozens of local providers about services that can help your child thrive!
Lunes, Dec 11 , 2017, 7PM-9PM, Biblioteca de Los Altos, 13 S. San Antonio Road
Vamos a Platicar: Una oportunidad para preguntas y compartir ideas, recursos, y apoyo de otros padres con estudiantes de PEIs, 504s, diferencias de aprendizaje, retos de salud mental, etc. Todos son bienvenidos, los participantes deben respetar confidencialidad.
Martes, Dec 12 2017, 7-8:30 PM, Biblioteca de Los Altos, 13 S. San Antonio Road
Platica Para Padres: Le preocupa el bienestar emocional de su hijo(a)? Apoyo de colega a colega para padres con jóvenes de 14+. Venga a unirse a un grupo de apoyo organizado por el Subcomité de Salud Mental de SELPA 1 CAC
Martes 23 de enero del 2018, de 6 a 8 pm, Salón de Usos Múltiples (MUR) en la Escuela Secundaria Crittenden
FERIA DE RECURSOS PARA LOS RETOS EN EL APRENDIZAJE: ¿Necesita su hijo tutoría? ¿Necesita usted encontrar un campamento durante el verano, que se acomode a las necesidades de su estudiante? ¿Está usted interesado en encontrar un terapista local, defensores, programas recreativos y más? Venga y acompáñenos a la Feria de Recursos del Comité para Retos en el Aprendizaje (SELPA1CAC/Learning Challenges Committee Resource Fair), y hable con docenas de proveedores locales, acerca de los servicios que pueden ayudar a su hijo a avanzar!
WANT TO SUBMIT SOMETHING TO THE THURSDAY WORD?
Send announcements to us at AlmondThursdayWord@
Quick Links…
School & Community News now found via Peachjar:
https://www.peachjar.com/
Almond Elementary School Website
Copyright © 2003-2016 Los Altos School District. All rights reserved.
ALMOND THURSDAY WORD
November 30, 2017
UPCOMING DATES TO REMEMBER
SCHOOL MESSAGE
SAFETY DRILL ON DECEMBER 7TH
GAUGING INTEREST
BIKE SAFETY REMINDERS
Many students are walking and riding to school as a result of the solar project’s impact on our parking lot and drive through. We only have 2 ½ more weeks to endure until it is complete. Thank you very much for your patience. Please review these recommendations with your children. Also - adult drivers - please be aware there are more bikers on the road to be careful swinging their doors open when close to the school.
PTA & SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS - NEW
LOST AND FOUND
We’ve cleaned it up and organized it. All items will be bagged at 12pm on Friday, 12/15 and donated to charity. Come claim your items now or forever bid them a farewell.
HOUR OF CODE
Next week is the Hour of Code. The STEM Maker Space will be open during lunch on Wednesday and Thursday. Classroom teachers will also be giving class time for coding during this week. Here is a website with some resources.
WE NEED 6 DOZEN HOLIDAY COOKIES FROM EACH CLASS!
On December 14 the PTA Staff Appreciation Committee is hosting a holiday cookie event for the teachers and staff at Almond. In order to have enough cookies, we need each class to provide 6 dozen cookies (or classes can provide more!) Currently we have 45 dozen cookies so we need MANY MORE! For more details and to sign up, please go to Holiday Cookie Sign Up or contact Lynn Kostow (lynnhkostow@gmail.com) or Andrea Bocking (andreabocking@gmail.com).
ALMOND DRAMA PROGRAM - MULAN JR. - OPEN FOR ENROLLMENT
LAEF: SHOP ART POP
A fabulous (but temporary) artisan market on Saturday, Dec 2, 11am-8pm will offer 15% of all proceeds will benefit local schools! Locally-made gifts for everyone on your list! 1939 West El Camino Real, Mountain View.
LAEF: Coming up … LASD Winter Music Concerts & Computer Science Ed Week
Pilates After School - SPECIAL PROMOTION!
6TH GRADE STUDENT & PARENT - TECH CHALLENGE
GRADE 4 THRU 6 - ANOTHER TECH CHALLENGE
REPEATED ANNOUNCEMENTS
PARENT VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO FILL 2 PTA COMMITTEE CHAIR POSITIONS
SPRING GALA AUCTION
We are gearing up for the Almond Spring Gala and need your help! In order for the gala to be a success, we rely on donations for both the silent and live auctions. Donations can be anything. Consider donating a week or weekend at your vacation home, sporting events tickets, free classes to an activity, theatre tickets, spa packages, wine/vineyard tours, a tour to a Bay Area tech company, camp sessions, Almond parent parties, Almond student/class parties, etc. Please contact Nina Krammer (nkrammer@yahoo.com) or Gabby Gomez (gabbygirl_915@yahoo.com) if you have any donation ideas or questions. Or, simply visit the donation link and submit your donation online at https://501auctions.com/
S.O.A.R. CELEBRATIONS
(listed alphabetically by last name)
WANT TO SUBMIT SOMETHING TO THE THURSDAY WORD?
Send announcements to us at AlmondThursdayWord@
Quick Links…
School & Community News now found via Peachjar:
https://www.peachjar.com/
Almond Elementary School Website
Copyright © 2003-2016 Los Altos School District. All rights reserved.
ALMOND THURSDAY WORD
November 30, 2017
UPCOMING DATES TO REMEMBER
SCHOOL MESSAGE
SAFETY DRILL ON DECEMBER 7TH
GAUGING INTEREST
BIKE SAFETY REMINDERS
Many students are walking and riding to school as a result of the solar project’s impact on our parking lot and drive through. We only have 2 ½ more weeks to endure until it is complete. Thank you very much for your patience. Please review these recommendations with your children. Also - adult drivers - please be aware there are more bikers on the road to be careful swinging their doors open when close to the school.
PTA & SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS - NEW
LOST AND FOUND
We’ve cleaned it up and organized it. All items will be bagged at 12pm on Friday, 12/15 and donated to charity. Come claim your items now or forever bid them a farewell.
HOUR OF CODE
Next week is the Hour of Code. The STEM Maker Space will be open during lunch on Wednesday and Thursday. Classroom teachers will also be giving class time for coding during this week. Here is a website with some resources.
WE NEED 6 DOZEN HOLIDAY COOKIES FROM EACH CLASS!
On December 14 the PTA Staff Appreciation Committee is hosting a holiday cookie event for the teachers and staff at Almond. In order to have enough cookies, we need each class to provide 6 dozen cookies (or classes can provide more!) Currently we have 45 dozen cookies so we need MANY MORE! For more details and to sign up, please go to Holiday Cookie Sign Up or contact Lynn Kostow (lynnhkostow@gmail.com) or Andrea Bocking (andreabocking@gmail.com).
ALMOND DRAMA PROGRAM - MULAN JR. - OPEN FOR ENROLLMENT
LAEF: SHOP ART POP
A fabulous (but temporary) artisan market on Saturday, Dec 2, 11am-8pm will offer 15% of all proceeds will benefit local schools! Locally-made gifts for everyone on your list! 1939 West El Camino Real, Mountain View.
LAEF: Coming up … LASD Winter Music Concerts & Computer Science Ed Week
Pilates After School - SPECIAL PROMOTION!
6TH GRADE STUDENT & PARENT - TECH CHALLENGE
GRADE 4 THRU 6 - ANOTHER TECH CHALLENGE
REPEATED ANNOUNCEMENTS
PARENT VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO FILL 2 PTA COMMITTEE CHAIR POSITIONS
SPRING GALA AUCTION
We are gearing up for the Almond Spring Gala and need your help! In order for the gala to be a success, we rely on donations for both the silent and live auctions. Donations can be anything. Consider donating a week or weekend at your vacation home, sporting events tickets, free classes to an activity, theatre tickets, spa packages, wine/vineyard tours, a tour to a Bay Area tech company, camp sessions, Almond parent parties, Almond student/class parties, etc. Please contact Nina Krammer (nkrammer@yahoo.com) or Gabby Gomez (gabbygirl_915@yahoo.com) if you have any donation ideas or questions. Or, simply visit the donation link and submit your donation online at https://501auctions.com/
S.O.A.R. CELEBRATIONS
(listed alphabetically by last name)
WANT TO SUBMIT SOMETHING TO THE THURSDAY WORD?
Send announcements to us at AlmondThursdayWord@
Quick Links…
School & Community News now found via Peachjar:
https://www.peachjar.com/
Almond Elementary School Website
Copyright © 2003-2016 Los Altos School District. All rights reserved.
ALMOND THURSDAY WORD
November 16, 2017
UPCOMING DATES TO REMEMBER
SCHOOL MESSAGE
This week student safety has been a topic of conversation on many fronts at Almond; responding to injuries that take place at school, ensuring all students contribute to a safe environment, safeguarding against the potential of outside threats.
The entire Almond staff works together daily to ensure the safety of all students. Here is some information that we can share without exposing details which would render us vulnerable.
Responding to Injuries
Ensuring All Students Contribute to a Safe Environment
Safeguarding Against Outside Threats
PTA & SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS - NEW
CARD IN OFFICE FOR CARLA
If you would like to sign a card for our librarian, there is a large on in the office.
SPRING GALA AUCTION
We are gearing up for the Almond Spring Gala and need your help! In order for the gala to be a success, we rely on donations for both the silent and live auctions. Donations can be anything. Consider donating a week or weekend at your vacation home, sporting events tickets, free classes to an activity, theatre tickets, spa packages, wine/vineyard tours, a tour to a Bay Area tech company, camp sessions, Almond parent parties, Almond student/class parties, etc. Please contact Nina Krammer (nkrammer@yahoo.com) or Gabby Gomez (gabbygirl_915@yahoo.com) if you have any donation ideas or questions. Or, simply visit the donation link and submit your donation online at https://501auctions.com/
LAEF: Let’s Celebrate!
We've raised $2 Million! Thank you to the 1239 amazing and generous LASD families who've contributed to LAEF this school year and helped us reach this important milestone. We're over halfway to our goal of $3.7 Million. If you have yet to give, please donate and help us reach our goal.
LAEF: Your gift can still be doubled!
Donate to LAEF for your first time OR increase your donation over last year and it will be matched by our Board of Directors! The $50K Challenge Match ends on November 17th, so give today. New or annual gifts of any amount are appreciated, and help make a difference for all our TK-8 students by funding STEM, arts, literacy, wellness, and personalized learning. To learn more, pledge or donate at LAEFonline.org.
PARENT VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO FILL 2 PTA COMMITTEE CHAIR POSITIONS
6TH GRADE MOVIE FUNDRAISER: WONDER MOVIE
ABC (Asset Building Champion) Reading/ Project Cornerstone
Become a LIVING CLASSROOM docent... share your love of nature with kids!
CALLING ALL BAKERS - HOLIDAY COOKIES NEEDED FOR TEACHERS
Each year the PTA Staff Appreciation Committee organizes a holiday cookie event for the teachers and staff at Almond. On Thursday, December 14 staff will be invited to select from a variety of holiday cookies to take home and enjoy during the season. In order to host this event, we rely on parent volunteers to provide the cookies. We are looking for each class to provide 6 dozen cookies. For more details and to sign up, please go to Holiday Cookie Sign Up or contact Lynn Kostow (lynnhkostow@gmail.com) or Andrea Bocking (andreabocking@gmail.com).
Pilates After School starts on Tuesday, November 28, at Almond!
ALMOND COMMUNITY SERVICES - FAMILY GIVING TREE EVENT AND WISH DRIVE
S.O.A.R. CELEBRATIONS
(listed alphabetically by last name)
COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
Registration for the 2018 Los Altos & Los Altos Hills Little League Spring Season is now open.
WANT TO SUBMIT SOMETHING TO THE THURSDAY WORD?
Send announcements to us at AlmondThursdayWord@
Quick Links…
School & Community News now found via Peachjar:
https://www.peachjar.com/
Almond Elementary School Website
Copyright © 2003-2016 Los Altos School District. All rights reserved.
ALMOND THURSDAY WORD
November 16, 2017
UPCOMING DATES TO REMEMBER
SCHOOL MESSAGE
This week student safety has been a topic of conversation on many fronts at Almond; responding to injuries that take place at school, ensuring all students contribute to a safe environment, safeguarding against the potential of outside threats.
The entire Almond staff works together daily to ensure the safety of all students. Here is some information that we can share without exposing details which would render us vulnerable.
Responding to Injuries
Ensuring All Students Contribute to a Safe Environment
Safeguarding Against Outside Threats
PTA & SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS - NEW
CARD IN OFFICE FOR CARLA
If you would like to sign a card for our librarian, there is a large on in the office.
SPRING GALA AUCTION
We are gearing up for the Almond Spring Gala and need your help! In order for the gala to be a success, we rely on donations for both the silent and live auctions. Donations can be anything. Consider donating a week or weekend at your vacation home, sporting events tickets, free classes to an activity, theatre tickets, spa packages, wine/vineyard tours, a tour to a Bay Area tech company, camp sessions, Almond parent parties, Almond student/class parties, etc. Please contact Nina Krammer (nkrammer@yahoo.com) or Gabby Gomez (gabbygirl_915@yahoo.com) if you have any donation ideas or questions. Or, simply visit the donation link and submit your donation online at https://501auctions.com/
LAEF: Let’s Celebrate!
We've raised $2 Million! Thank you to the 1239 amazing and generous LASD families who've contributed to LAEF this school year and helped us reach this important milestone. We're over halfway to our goal of $3.7 Million. If you have yet to give, please donate and help us reach our goal.
LAEF: Your gift can still be doubled!
Donate to LAEF for your first time OR increase your donation over last year and it will be matched by our Board of Directors! The $50K Challenge Match ends on November 17th, so give today. New or annual gifts of any amount are appreciated, and help make a difference for all our TK-8 students by funding STEM, arts, literacy, wellness, and personalized learning. To learn more, pledge or donate at LAEFonline.org.
PARENT VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO FILL 2 PTA COMMITTEE CHAIR POSITIONS
6TH GRADE MOVIE FUNDRAISER: WONDER MOVIE
ABC (Asset Building Champion) Reading/ Project Cornerstone
Become a LIVING CLASSROOM docent... share your love of nature with kids!
CALLING ALL BAKERS - HOLIDAY COOKIES NEEDED FOR TEACHERS
Each year the PTA Staff Appreciation Committee organizes a holiday cookie event for the teachers and staff at Almond. On Thursday, December 14 staff will be invited to select from a variety of holiday cookies to take home and enjoy during the season. In order to host this event, we rely on parent volunteers to provide the cookies. We are looking for each class to provide 6 dozen cookies. For more details and to sign up, please go to Holiday Cookie Sign Up or contact Lynn Kostow (lynnhkostow@gmail.com) or Andrea Bocking (andreabocking@gmail.com).
Pilates After School starts on Tuesday, November 28, at Almond!
ALMOND THURSDAY WORD
November 9, 2017
UPCOMING DATES TO REMEMBER
SCHOOL MESSAGE
Carla Schick, Almond’s librarian, underwent a quadruple bypass surgery this past Monday. After a few days in the intensive care unit, she is now on the road to recovery at Stanford Hospital. Her husband, David, has been at her side, along with her two sons. In the coming days she’s expected to return home where she will take the necessary time to heal.
Such an unexpected event can reminds us of the preciousness of each and every day.
May you all have a wonderful Veteran's holiday weekend filled with love and joy! Thank you to all those who have served our country in this capacity. We are grateful for your courage, commitment, and selflessness.
PTA & SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS - NEW
AMC8 MATH - TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 14TH, 3:15pm
DAILY PLAYGROUND SUPERVISION FILLED - What does this mean?
STUDENT COUNCIL
LAEF: Your gift can still be doubled!
Donate to LAEF for your first time OR increase your donation over last year and it will be matched by our Board of Directors! The $50K Challenge Match ends on November 17th, so give today. New or annual gifts of any amount are appreciated, and help make a difference for all our TK-8 students by funding STEM, arts, literacy, wellness, and personalized learning. To learn more, pledge or donate at LAEFonline.org.
BOOKWAVE
CALLING ALL BAKERS - HOLIDAY COOKIES NEEDED FOR TEACHERS
Each year the PTA Staff Appreciation Committee organizes a holiday cookie event for the teachers and staff at Almond. On Thursday, December 14 staff will be invited to select from a variety of holiday cookies to take home and enjoy during the season. In order to host this event, we rely on parent volunteers to provide the cookies. We are looking for each class to provide 6 dozen cookies. For more details and to sign up, please go to Holiday Cookie Sign Up or contact Lynn Kostow (lynnhkostow@gmail.com) or Andrea Bocking (andreabocking@gmail.com).
Pilates After School is coming back to Almond this Winter! Classes start on Tuesday, November 28!
PARENT EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES
S.O.A.R. CELEBRATIONS
(listed alphabetically by last name)
COMMUNITY ANNOUCEMENTS
SUPPORT PUPPY POUND RESCUE - With a link to make it easy!
Hi Almond families! We are girl scout troop 61016. We are here today to talk about doing a puppy food drive for the puppies at puppy pound rescue. There will be a collection in the office. ”Taste of The Wild” is preferred, (Available Here from Amazon, Prime!) but all donations are also appreciated. We will be collecting November 1 - 15. There are also cash donation boxes in every classroom to help puppies with medical needs. Thanks for helping!!! - Troop 61016
Almond's Annual - Halloween Candy Drive Benefiting our Local Troops (LAST DAY TO DONATE IS MONDAY 13th!)
One Dollar for Life invites you to a fundraiser at Chef Chu’s! 15% of your total order (dine-in or takeout) will be donated to ODFL.
Date: Monday, November 13, 2017
Time: 11:00am-9:30pm Reservations are recommended for large groups
Every dollar donated will go directly to support a project. This year we are building projects in: Zambia; Kenya; India; Nicaragua; Nepal; and South Africa.
We build Bigger People and a Better World. It’s Working!
You MUST present this flyer when paying for ODFL to receive the donation!!
11/14- Tuesday- 7pm, walk-in Parent Chat for parents/caregivers of youth w/mental health issues. Free, anonymous, peer-to-peer support, at Los Altos Library, 13 South San Antonio Road.
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