Arroyo Eagle Eye - December 17, 2023

December 17, 2023

EDITOR’S NOTE

The next Eagle Eye newsletter comes out Jan. 7. Have a great Winter Break!

Principal’s Message

Dear Arroyo families,

It’s hard to believe that 2023 is coming to an end! No matter what holidays you celebrate, Winter Break is great for spending quality time with family, making memories, and carrying on traditions. It’s a wonderful time to start new traditions as well, and 4th and 5th Graders are at a perfect age to help develop those traditions and find things that bring meaning and joy to them.  

Speaking of traditions, at Arroyo we love to celebrate the end of the calendar year with a spirit week and some fun classroom activities. Our Eagle Council has selected the following themes for spirit days this week. Please encourage your child to participate.

Last week I shared some tips to reduce holiday stress and also talked about the impacts of social media on children. I wanted to follow up with this article from Common Sense Media that has good suggestions for managing screen time over the long break. I particularly appreciate the advice that “the holidays are a great time for adults to check in with kids about what they're watching, playing, or doing online.”  

Our Lost and Found is overflowing with jackets, sweatshirts, water bottles and more! Please stop by and take a look. Anything not picked up before the break will be donated.  

As the year winds down, I want to remind you of the schedule this week and returning from Winter Break.  

• This Thursday, Dec. 21, is a minimum day, with dismissal at 1:00, and it’s our last day before break. PE and electives will still be happening on Thursday, but 5th Grade times will be modified.

• Friday, Dec. 22, is the beginning of Winter Break. School will be closed through Jan. 8. Enjoy the break!

• Monday, Jan. 8, is a professional development day for staff.

• School will resume on Tuesday, Jan. 9. 

Please make every effort for your child to attend school on Jan. 9 unless they are sick. Many classes will be kicking off new units and activities, and it is especially hard for students to catch up when they miss the introduction.  

Breakfast and Lunch This Week

Please take time to review the menu for next week with your child. If they do not see a breakfast and/or lunch option that they will eat, then please plan to help them pack their own lunch from home (or a hearty snack on Wednesday), and please send your child with a snack for morning recess regardless.

PTA News

Chickens’ Ball: A Comedy Tonight!

The San Carlos Chickens’ Ball is a live and ridiculously funny variety show benefiting SCSD schools. Organizers are looking for musicians, actors, singers, and dancers age 16 and older. Auditions will be in the MUR at Heather Elementary School on:

• Thursday, Jan. 18, at 7 p.m.
• Saturday, Jan. 20 at 10 a.m. 

Just show up and check in at the door. Singers, please bring your music. 

The event also needs costume and set designers, set builders and painters, those who can sew, and a stage crew. 

Performances: Save the Dates! 

• April 26 evening
• April 27 matinee and evening
• April 28 evening

Please contact our Chickens’ Ball Representative, Jessica Eva, with any questions. 

BECOME A MEMBER, VOLUNTEER, AND CONNECT!

San Carlos Education Foundation News

We Are All SCEF!

SCEF grants are possible only because of your donations. With your support we have raised over $1 million toward our $3.7 million goal to support teachers, programs, and activities for students at all San Carlos public schools. Thanks to everyone who has made a contribution. Every new donation will help us achieve our mission of supporting every child, every day, in every classroom. Please take a moment to watch this video we produced last year that illustrates how your gifts benefit our school community.

Ways to Donate Before Year’s End

Check out our website for more information and the many ways to give.

• Appreciated Stock
• Workplace Giving
• Donor-Advised Fund

Honey Bear Trees Helps SCEF

Honey Bear Trees continues to support our schools with a 15% SCEF donation for every tree and wreath purchase. Don’t forget to mention SCEF! Details on this flier. 

Thank You to Our Generous Business Sponsors

SummerHill Apartment Communities, TOWN Restaurant, Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Sares-Regis, Black Mountain Properties, Peninsula Chemical Co., Lyngso Garden Materials, Bob Bredel, Alana Corso, Laura Bertolacci, Devil’s Canyon Brewing Co., Paris Baguette, CA Water Service, Chang Orthodontics, Tavarez Orthodontics, Recology, Roberts Market, Happy Healthy Teeth, Sakura Teppanyaki Restaurant, and Murphy’s Music Camp.

Visit our site to learn about the SCEF Business Sponsorship program.

School District News

New Student Priority Registration Opens Jan. 9

SCSD New Student Priority Registration for the 2024-25 school year is just around the corner! Registration opens Jan. 9 and closes Feb. 9. If you have a future student joining us, secure their spot by registering during this priority window. Visit our How to Register for the 2024-25 School Year page for al the details. Please see our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) page or email us at [email protected] if you have any questions.

Current TK-7th Grade families, please note: New Student Priority Registration is ONLY for students who are not currently attending our schools. Students who are in TK-8th Grade now do not need to re-register; they will automatically matriculate into the next grade level or feeder school through 8th Grade. In February, a Google survey will be sent out to all current families regarding plans for fall, and in April, parents will fill out their Back-to-School Forms for 2024-25. However, if your child is in one of our SCSD preschool classes, they do need to register as a new student.

Transitional Kindergarten Is Expanding!

Attention, parents of 4-year-olds: If your child turns 5 on or between Sept. 2, 2024 and June 2, 2025, they can attend TK beginning in August. Priority Registration for the 2024-25 school year opens on Jan. 9.

For all incoming TK and Kindergarten families who will be NEW in the 2024-25 school year, attend your school’s TK/K Parent Information Meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 31:

• 8:00-8:45 a.m. at White Oaks
• 8:45-9:45 a.m. at Arundel
• 4:00-4:30 p.m. at Brittan Acres and Heather

Visit your school’s website in January for more information.

Visit these links on the SCSD website for more information on TK, New Student Registration, and FAQs.

State Guidance for Symptoms of Illness

Unsure what to do when your child is showing signs of illness? See the new California Department of Public Health suggestions for when to keep your child home when they are not feeling well. See fliers in English and español. For more information, please visit the CDPH guidance page.

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