11.09.23
Dear Stingray Parents and Guardians,
This week all students attended an assembly by Safe Routes to School on Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety. Please have a conversation with your child about what they learned and it’s a good opportunity to reinforce your own safety tips with them!
At our ELAC meeting next week we will be discussing internet safety and reviewing the digital citizenship curriculum used with each grade level. If you are a family of a child that is currently an English Learner or has already reclassified to fluent english proficient, please join us at our ELAC meeting.
A cause for celebration! The state testing results from grades 3,4,and 5 from May are now available publicly. Stevenson students continue to do well with 89% of students meeting or exceeding standards in ELA and also 89% in math. This is a 3 point increase from 20-21 in ELA and a 1 point gain in Math. We are working hard to support all students to maintain or increase their achievement while providing additional support to those who are not yet at grade level.
Warm Regards,
Terri Lambert
Principal, Stevenson Elementary
SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
2023-2024 Stevenson Bell Schedule
November 2023 Lunch Menu
School Year Calendar - plan your vacation using the school vacation times!
-No School - Veterans Day - Friday, November 10th
-No School - Thanksgiving Break - Monday, November 20th- Friday, November 24th
-Follow us now on Twitter and Instagram
-Reporting Absences and Tardies
No School - Veterans Day - Friday, November 10th
There will be no school on Friday, November 10th, enjoy the 3-day weekend!
No School - Thanksgiving Break - Monday, November 20th- Friday, November 24th
There will be no school for the week of Monday, 11/20 to Friday, 11/24. Enjoy the long week off!
Follow us on Instagram and Facebook
- Instagram - @stevenson__elementary
- Facebook - @StevensonElem
Reporting Absences
Please call the office at (650) 903-6950 or email Renae Rhodes at [email protected] and Kass Madrid at [email protected] to report an absence or late arrival. Provide the following information: date of absence, student’s name, grade and room number, reason for absence, name and relationship of the person reporting the absence.
PACT FOUNDATION UPDATES
Join us for restaurant fundraiser on Thursday, Nov 9 at Panda Express!
Please join us for a Stevenson special FUNdraising ALL DAY event at Panda Express. 20% of all food sales will go back to Pact Foundation. Don't forget to mention the fundraiser or the online code while ordering.
Where: Panda Express, 1035 El Monte Ave. (650) 691-9061
When : Tuesday, October 24
Time: 10:00am -9:30pm
We look forward to seeing you there.
Thanks
FUNdraising Committee
Sign Up for PACT Foundation Meeting Babysitting by this Thursday, November 9th
Please use this link to let the babysitting team know you would like care for your child(ren) by this Thursday, Nov 9 for the upcoming PACT Foundation meeting (happening Tues, Nov 14).
Save the Date: Blood Drive at Stevenson
Blood drive coming up at Stevenson on Saturday, December 2nd - more details to follow soon - register for a time slot with this link.
Save the Date: Holiday Boutique
CALENDAR
2023-2024 MVWSD School Calendar
Friday, November 10th
-No School - Veterans Day
Tuesday, November 14th
-PACT Foundation Meeting @ 5:30pm
Wednesday, November 15th
-Parent University Seminario @ 6pm - Zoom Link
Thursday, November 16th
-Board of Trustees Meeting @ 6pm - Zoom Link
MVWSD News
Veterans’ Day: No school on Friday, Nov. 10
There is no school for students and staff on Friday, Nov. 10 in observance of Veterans’ Day. We honor the men and women who have served in the U.S. armed forces.
Parent University Speaker Series: Understanding Your Child’s Score Reports
Date and Time: November 28, 2023, 5:30-7pm Registration Link: http://mvw.sd/pu112823
Understanding your child’s district and state test scores is a key part of building a foundation of excellence. Join Swati Dagar, our Director of Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment as she discusses how to (i) access and interpret score reports and (ii) use the information to engage in a productive partnership with your child’s teacher(s).
To submit questions prior to the event, go to mvw.sd/questions. We will do our best to address your question during the session.
Better Together: November
This month’s theme for #BetterTogetherMVWSD is Empathy. Empathy is fundamental in promoting understanding, compassion, and unity among individuals and communities. It enables us to connect with others on a deeper level, to share their joys and sorrows, and to stand in their shoes, even when we may not fully comprehend their experiences. Recognizing United Against Hate Week is an important time of year as it underscores the need to combat discrimination, prejudice, and bigotry in all their forms. By participating in this initiative, we reaffirm our commitment to fostering a community where empathy is not just a concept but a guiding principle that helps us build a world where people of all backgrounds can coexist harmoniously, free from fear and hatred. Join us as we recognize United Against Hate Week with activities and programming taking place November 13-17th at all school sites. For more information about Better Together, visit mvwsd.org/BetterTogetherMVWSD.
The View Teen Center: November
The View Teen Center is a free facility in Mountain View (263 Escuela Ave) for all Mountain View and Los Altos 6th - 12th grade students. Drop-in hours are Monday - Friday, 3:15 - 7 p.m. and Saturdays, 1 - 6 p.m. (on no school days or minimum days, The View Teen Center is open 1-6 p.m.), and the center features a game room, makerspace, kitchen, computer/study room, outdoor area, and much more! See attached flyer for details about upcoming events and programs in November or visit their webpage for more information.
MVHS Turkey Trot and Tree Lot
MVHS Sports Boosters will be hosting the 14th Annual Spartan Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving morning (Thursday, November 23rd) at Mountain View High School (3535 Truman Avenue). All proceeds benefit the MVHS athletics department. For more information about this event or to register for the 5K Walk/Run, Kids Run or Spartan Mile, visit https://www.spartanturkeytrot.com/.
MVHS Sports Boosters will be opening up the Annual Spartans Tree Lot on Friday, November 24 at 10 AM for the 2023 season at the Mountain View High School Stadium (3535 Truman Ave.). Spartans Tree Lot offers premium, top-quality trees ranging in size from 3 feet to 12+ feet, holiday decorations, and supplies. In person and online delivery options are available. All proceeds benefit Mountain View High School Athletics. For more information, head to: SpartansTreeLot.com.