09.29.21
Dear Stingray Parents and Guardians,
It is amazing to see the learning and the community building that our students receive each day from our wonderful teachers! We are also so fortunate to have an amazing librarian, Sarah Donahue, who brings our library to life and supports our teachers with resources that enhance our classroom projects and units. Mrs. Donahue is passionate about making sure there are quality book choices at every level, for every student. She is hard at work making our space inclusive and rich with perspectives and opportunity to explore ideas and facts. Books here are windows to other worlds and mirrors where students can see themselves reflected.
Tomorrow, I will be hosting a principal’s coffee on Thursday, September 30th at 9am to provide an overview of on-site COVID testing at Stevenson that will begin mid-October. A recording or the meeting will also be provided for any parents that are unable to attend.
Sincerely,
Ryan Santiago
Principal, Stevenson Elementary
SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
-Principal’s Coffee
-Stevenson School Site Council Meeting
-Solar Panel Fencing Update
-Grab and Go Meals (Thursdays)
-Reporting Absences and Tardies
Stevenson’s Principal’s Coffee
Tomorrow, Thursday, September 30th at 9am, Principal Santiago will hold a principal’s coffee to provide information on COVID testing on-site at Stevenson and other school related topics. This is also a great opportunity for families to ask other school related questions as well. Please use this link to register and attend.
Stevenson School Site Council Meeting
Our next School Site Council meeting is tomorrow, Thursday, September 30th at 4pm. During this meeting, we will continue to review and discuss Stevenson’s Single Plan for Student Achievement. SCC are public meetings. If you would like to attend, please register and join using this zoom link.
Solar Panel Fencing Update
Half of the fence line is now removed from underneath the solar panels! We have moved our picnic tables so they are now underneath the shade of the solar panels. We are also thankful for the additional ten picnic tables that our district has provided to Stevenson! Within the next few weeks, the remaining fence line will be removed and our students will have full access to the courtyard.
Grab and Go Meals on Thursdays -Minimum Days (Repeat)
Our school cafeteria provides grab and go meals for students after school on Thursdays. The meals for Grab and Go are only for Stevenson Elementary students. We are unable to provide meals to children that do not attend Stevenson. If you would like a meal for your other children that do not attend Stevenson, Castro Elementary is our district’s location to provide meals to children in our community.
Reporting Absences (Repeat)
Please call the office at (650) 903-6950 or email Renae Rhodes 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
PACT Pals is back! (Repeat)
We are excited to bring back in-person PACT Pals! PACT Pals connects with outside vendors to organize after school enrichment programs. See available classes at pactpals.org. There are scholarships available, please contact [email protected] if you have any questions.
PACT Pals helps organize outside vendors. The vendors are independent after school programs not affiliated with Stevenson Elementary school. Vendors are solely responsible for the children during class time, not Stevenson Elementary school or the PACT Foundation.
This session is 10 weeks long. On Sept 27 morning, registration links will appear on pactpals.org.
Registration period: Sept 27 - Oct 3
Class period: Oct 13 - Dec 17
Math classes are virtual. Math classes have already started; their prices are pro-rated. You can register now at pactpals.org.
CALENDAR
2021-2022 MVWSD School Calendar
Thursday, September 30th
-Principal’s Coffee - Zoom Link
-School Site Council Meeting - Zoom Link
Monday, October 11th
-No School - Recess Day
Tuesday, October 12th
-No School - Staff Development Day
Tuesday, October 7th
-Board of Trustees Meeting
Friday, October 8th
-Community Check-In with Superintendent Dr. Rudolph - Zoom Link
Wednesday, October 13th
-MVWSD Parent University - Zoom Link
Thursday, October 14th
-Superintendent’s Coffee with Stevenson - Zoom Link
MVWSD NEWS
COVID updates: Testing and PowerSchool uploads
Upcoming testing: The supply of test kits and personnel is increasing. As a result, we anticipate that we can start full-scale testing on campuses by mid-October. In the meantime, you may see our schools practicing testing procedures in preparation. Click here for a video showing what student testing will look like.
PowerSchool Uploads: Parents can now upload to PowerSchool the important COVID documents that will help expedite students’ return to school after a COVID exposure. Please take a moment now to upload your documentation. After logging in to https://ps.mvwsd.org/public, parents will be able to click on the “COVID reporting” icon to upload 1) students’ proof of COVID vaccination and 2) Past positive COVID test. Here’s how to upload. Let us know if you have trouble accessing PowerSchool.
No school for students on October 11 and 12
Monday, October 11th is a recess day (no school for students and staff). Tuesday, October 12th is a staff development day, which means no school for students but a staff development/work day for teachers, school secretaries and 12-month classified staff.
Up the effectiveness of kids’ COVID masks
Please click here for tips.
Board approved air quality protocols
The Board recently approved the MVWSD Air Quality Index Plan. On bad air days, decisions about actions, activities cancellations or school closure will be made based on AirNow measurements and the MVWSD Air Quality Index Chart. To view the MVWSD AQI chart and the live AirNow measurement, please see https://www.mvwsd.org/parents/health/air_quality.
More than a meal: Reasons to Apply for Free-or-Reduced School Meals
Did you know that filling out a free-or-reduced price school meal application each year can benefit not only your family but also your children’s schools? Before Sept. 30, please fill out your back-to-school 2021 application by visiting: https://secure.ezmealapp.com. Only one application per household is needed.
Your donations to MVEF support CSMA Art and Music!
Did you know that your donations to MVEF support CSMA art and music for your student? The CSMA programs for TK-4th began September 13th! Fifth grade art and music started August 31st! MVEF thanks the talented teaching artists and musicians who guide all MVWSD students to reach their potential with patient instruction and support. Please donate to support all MVWSD students at mvef.org/donate
MV Public Library Events: In Conversation with Joanna Ho, Learn + Explore with Science Comics Author Jason Viola
The Mountain View Public Library presents “In Conversation with Joanna Ho” on Wednesday, Sep. 29 from 7-7:45 p.m. on Zoom. Joanna Ho, bestselling author of Eyes That Kiss in the Corners, is a writer and educator with a passion for anti-bias and equity work. Come with your questions about kids, self-acceptance and anti-racism. Registration required: mountainview.gov/librarycalendar.
On Tuesday, Oct. 12 from 1-2 p.m., join the MV Public Library for an interactive look at how Science Comics are made with graphic novel author Jason Viola. Recommended for children ages 7-12. Registration required: mountainview.gov/librarycalendar.