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March 24, 2010

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March 16, 2010

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March 09, 2010

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March 02, 2010

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February 23, 2010

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February 16, 2010

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February 09, 2010

Skyblue Mesa Newsletter of 2-9-10

 

SKYBLUE MESA PARENT NEWSLETTER

SKYBLUE MESA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

A California Distinguished school

  28040 Hardesty Street

Canyon Country, California 91351

Phone:  (661)298-3260  Fax  (661)298-3256;  email dbohn@saugus.k12.ca.us

                     Volume 3  Number 22                                  February 9, 2010

    ______________________________________________________________________

 


From the Principal’s Desk

Dear Parents,

Change is a part of life for everyone, and it’s important for children and families to learn how to cope with it. Whether it is moving to a new home, school or community, a divorce or death in the family, a hospitalization or illness, or even just a friend moving away, the stress of a sudden change can be overwhelm­ing for a child. However, there are many things families can do to help.

Know that they know. Many parents be­lieve they can keep their children in the dark about changes such as a job loss or illness, but children hear more and know more than parents expect. The best approach is to acknowledge that they have probably heard something and talk to them about it. Assure them that you’ll be there for them if they have ques­tions, and that you’re doing all you can to keep things as normal as possible.

Be aware of troubling behaviors. If your child’s behavior is suddenly different, it’s a sign that he or she is having difficulty coping. Some of the signs are changes in appetite (either overeating or not eating), changes in sleep (insomnia or constant fatigue), aggressive behavior, constant whining or weeping, nervous tics, and a withdrawal from things he or she used to enjoy.

Keep routines. Children need to have routines in their life; they’re comforted by them. Do your best to maintain as many of their routines as possible—the same bedtime ritual, for example. And make sure that, even if they’re changing households, they get to hold on to some familiar and loved objects—you might be surprised what they choose as a special memento.

Get the book. There are books on almost every situation a child could be faced with. Find children’s books at your child’s age level that discuss what they’re going through.

Information helps. If your child is moving to a new school, house, or community, get as many photos and as much information as possible. Try to do walkthroughs ahead of time and keep your attitude positive, even if you, yourself, have secret concerns. Stress that there will be new and exciting things ahead and you’re sure it will be a good change.

Stay connected. If the change involves a move, either within your family or by a close friend, make sure to assure your children that there are many ways to keep in touch, and that you’ll help them stay close to the people who are important to them.

Finally, remember that you can’t protect a child from change. Coping with change is a learning skill your child needs to master. By providing a listening ear, giving your child the information needed, and staying positive, you are helping your child grow stronger and better prepared for the future, whatever it may bring.

 

Debbie Bohn, Principal

 

       


Help the Children

For the month of February, we will collect jello and pancake mix. Thank you.

 

Hugs for Haiti

During the month of February, Skyblue Mesa classrooms will be collecting pennies, dimes, nickels, and quarters all to be donated to the American Red Cross to help in the relief efforts in Haiti.  Each room will have a change container.  The PTO will collect the change containers on Tuesday, March 2nd, and will forward 100% of the money collected to the American Red Cross.  This is voluntary and we thank you in advance for your generosity.  Any questions, please call Kris Benavidez @ 661-297-7547.

 

McTeacher Night

The PTO McTeacher Night was a big success!  We raised $578.00.  Mrs. Nash’s Class won the Hamburger Party!

 

Kindergarten Round-UP

Kindergarten Round-Up is a time of pre-registration for the 2010-2011 school year.  Registration will take place from March 1st – March 5th.  Please bring Original Birth Certificate, two utility bills or lease/escrow papers for proof of address, immunization record, and verification of results of TB Test.

 

Dates to Remember

Tuesday, February 9

    Parent Meeting about West Creek

    Bridgeport / 5:00pm

 

    Fifth Grade Girl’s Parent Film Preview

    Rosedell / 7:00pm – 8:00pm

 

Wednesday, February 10

   Selling Weebles for Valentine’s Day

       9:30am-10:30am/Little MPR

   Variety Show Rehearsal/Dancers

       3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

Thursday, February 11

   Weebles delivered to classrooms

 

   Variety Show Rehearsal

   Singers & Musicians

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

  

Friday February 12

   NO SCHOOL

   Lincoln’s Birthday

Monday, February 15

   NO SCHOOL

   President’s Day

 

Tuesday, February 16

   Parent Meeting about West Creek

   Rosedell / 6:00pm

  

Wednesday, February 17

   Variety Show Rehearsal/Dancers

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

Thursday, February 18

   Variety Show Rehearsal

   Singers & Musicians

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

 

Friday, February 19

   MINIMUM DAY

   Grades 1-6/Dismissal/12:26pm

   All Kindergarten/8:00am-11:20am

 

   Muffins for Men / 7:30am

Monday, February 22

   Site Council Meeting / 4:00pm

 

   PTO Board Meeting / 6:30pm

 

Tuesday, February 23

   PTO Mimi’s Café Night

 

Wednesday, February 24

   Variety Show Rehearsal/Dancers

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

 


Thursday, February 25

   Variety Show Rehearsal

   Singers & Musicians

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

      

   City of Santa Clarita Parent

   Presentation on Bully Prevention

   6:30pm – 8:30pm / Big MPR

 

Friday, February 26

   Student Store/During Lunch

 

Monday, March 1

   Kindergarten Round-Up/8:15am

               Little MPR

 

   Grades 1 -6/Dismissal 2:00pm

   All Kindergarten/Regular Schedule

 

   Parent Conferences

 

   Spring Book Fair

  

Tuesday, March 2

   Kindergarten Round-Up

 

   Grades 1 -6/Dismissal 2:00pm

   All Kindergarten/Regular Schedule

 

   Parent Conferences

 

   Spring Book Fair

 

Wednesday, March 3

   Kindergarten Round-Up

 

   MINIMUM DAY

   Grades 1-6/Dismissal/12:26pm

   All Kindergarten/Regular Schedule

 

   Parent Conferences

 

   Spring Book Fair  

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El boletín de Skyblue Mesa 2-9-10

 Del Escritorio de la Principal

Estimados Padres,

Los cambios forman parte de nuestras vidas, y es importante que los niños y las familias aprendan a tratar con ellos. El estrés de los cambios repentinos tales como mudarse a una casa nueva, escuela o comunidad, un divorcio o muerte familiar, una hospital­ización o enfermedad, o si un amigo se muda a otra casa, pueden ser agobiantes para un niño. Sin embargo, hay muchas cosas que pueden hacer las familias para ayudar.

Escuche. A veces los niños sólo necesitan conversar acerca de lo que les preocupa. No es necesario que tenga todas las respuestas, lo importante es que les deje expresarse y que les demuestre que usted está disponible si sus niños la necesitan.

Sepa que ellos saben. Aunque muchos padres creen que pueden mantener se­cretos acontecimientos tales como la perdida de un trabajo o una enfermedad, los niños escuchan y saben más de lo que los padres esperan. Lo mejor es reconocer que lo más probable es que ya se­pan y conversar con ellos. Asegúreles que usted estará disponible en caso de que tengan preguntas, y que hará todo lo posible para que las cosas sigan como normal.

Esté consciente de conductas preocupantes. Si la conducta de su niño cambio repentinamente, es una señal de que él o ella está teniendo dificultades en aceptar los cambios. Algunas señales que indican que su niño necesita ayuda son: cambios en apetito (comer demasiado o nada), cambios en sueno.

Mantenga las rutinas. Los niños necesitan seguir rutinas en sus vidas; se consuelan con ellas. Trate en lo posible de mantener tantas rutinas como pueda por ejemplo, la misma rutina a la hora de acostarse y asegúrese de que aunque cambien de hogar puedan mantener objetos familiares que ellos quieran—le sorprenderá lo que ellos elijan como recuerdo especial.

Compre el libro. Hay libros sobre casi cualquier situación que pueda enfrentar un niño. Busque libros para niños de una edad apro­piada que discutan lo que ellos están viviendo.

La información ayuda. Si su niño se está mudando a una escuela, casa o comunidad nueva, obtenga tantas fotos e información como sea posible. Trate de visitar los lugares antes de la mudanza y mantenga una actitud positiva, aun si usted misma pueda tener preocupaciones secretas. En­fatice que más adelante vendrán cosas buenas y que usted está segura de que será un cambio positivo.

Manténgase conectada. Si el cambio involucra una mudanza, ya sea de su familia o un amigo cercano, asegure a sus niños que habrán mu­chas maneras de mantenerse en contacto y que usted les ayudará a mantenerse conectados con las personas que son importantes para ellos. Desde intercambiar fotos por correo o conversar en línea mediante un chat room (bajo supervisión), sus niños apren­derán que para mantenerse cercanos no necesitan vivir cerca.

Finalmente, recuerde que usted no puede proteger a su niño de los cambios. Tratar con los cambios es una destreza que su niño necesita dominar. Por medio de escucharles, darles la informa- ción necesaria y mantenerse positiva, usted ayudara a su niño a ser más fuerte y estar mejor preparado para el futuro, traiga lo.

 

Debbie Bohn, Principal

 

 

Kindergarten Round-UP (Matriculación)

Kindergarten Round-Up es el tiempo de matricular sus hijos en Kindergarten para el curso de 2009-2010.  La inscripción comenzara Marzo 2 – Marzo 6.  Por favor traiga el certificado de nacimiento original, dos cuentas como de gas, electricidad, teléfono renta o los papeles de escrow o hipoteca, para verificación de su dirección, certificado de vacunación, y los resultados de la prueba de tuberculosis (TB).

Hugs for Haiti

During the month of February, Skyblue Mesa classrooms will be collecting pennies, dimes, nickels, and quarters all to be donated to the American Red Cross to help in the relief efforts in Haiti.  Each room will have a change container.  The PTO will collect the change containers on Tuesday, March 2nd, and will forward 100% of the money collected to the American Red Cross.  This is voluntary and we thank you in advance for your generosity.  Any questions, please call Kris Benavidez @ 661-297-7547. 

Help the Children

For the month of February, we will collect jello and pancake mix. Thank you.

 

McTeacher Night

The PTO McTeacher Night was a big success!  We raised $578.00.  Mrs. Nash’s Class won the Hamburger Party!

 

Fechas para recordar

Tuesday, February 9

    Parent Meeting for West Creek

    Bridgeport / 5:00pm

 

    Fifth Grade Girl’s Parent Film Preview

    Rosedell / 7:00pm – 8:00pm


Wednesday, February 10

   Selling Weebles for Valentine’s Day

      9:30am-10:30am/Little MPR

 

   Variety Show Rehearsal/Dancers

    3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

 

Thursday, February 11

   Weebles delivered to Classrooms

 

   Variety Show Rehearsal

   Singers & Musicians

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

  

Friday February 12

   NO SCHOOL

   Lincoln’s Birthday

Monday, February 15

   NO SCHOOL

   President’s Day

 

Tuesday, February 16

   Parent Meeting for West Creek

   Rosedell / 6:00pm

 

Wednesday, February 17

   Variety Show Rehearsal/Dancers

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

 

Monday, February 22

   Site Council Meeting / 4:00pm

 

   PTO Board Meeting / 6:30pm

 

Tuesday, February 23

   PTO Mimi’s Café Night

 

Wednesday, February 24

   Variety Show Rehearsal/Dancers

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

 

Thursday, February 25

   Variety Show Rehearsal

   Singers & Musicians

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

      

   City of Santa Clarita Parent

   Presentation on Bully Prevention

   6:30pm – 8:30pm / Big MPR

 

Friday, February 26

   Student Store/During Lunch

 

Monday, March 1

   Kindergarten Round-Up / 8:15am

                Little MPR

 

   Grades 1-6/Dismissal 2:00pm

   All Kindergarten/Regular Schedule

 

   Parent Conferences

 

   Spring Book Fair

  

Tuesday, March 2

   Kindergarten Round-Up

   Grades 1 -6/Dismissal 2:00pm

   All Kindergarten/Regular Schedule

 

   Parent Conferences

 

   Spring Book Fair

 

Wednesday, March 3

   Kindergarten Round-Up

 

   MINIMUM DAY

   Grades 1-6/Dismissal/12:26pm

   All Kindergarten/Regular Schedule

 

   Parent Conferences

 

   Spring Book Fair  

 

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February 02, 2010

Skyblue Mesa Newsletter of 2-2-10

 


From the Principal’s Desk

Dear Parents,

The three R’s—reading, ‘riting and ‘rithmetic—have not always gotten equal attention in school, but that’s changing. While your children will learn how to write well in school, the best place for them to practice their skills and develop a love for writing is at home. Here are some ways to make writing part of their home lives, both during the school year.

Add writing to your list. Making time for your children to write is as important as making time for reading.

Have the tools on hand. While it’s important to always have school supplies

available at home, sometimes all it takes to get children interested in putting pen to paper is letting them choose a fun pen and a special notebook.

Write in front of them. Children learn what they experience. Make sure they see you

writing—whether it’s a letter to a friend, a thank you note, a journal entry, or a letter to the editor.

Praise their work. Make a big deal of their writing successes. When they’ve written

something creative, fun, or thought-provoking, send copies to their grandparents and put the original on the refrigerator or bulletin board for everyone to admire.

Make a book. If your children enjoy photography, have them collect some favorite pictures and write captions for them, or have them write short stories that tie them together.

Pay attention to song lyrics. If your children enjoy music, look up the lyrics of their favorite songs. Talk about what the songwriter was saying, and encourage them to try writing their own lyrics about things that are meaningful to them.

Use the Web. Check out a wonderful Internet site geared for children and chock full of writing games and ideas: www.writingfix.com/ forkids.htm.

Another suggestion is that when you’re reading a story or watching a movie together, pause and ask your child a “what if” questions.  Then ask your child to write about it. Writing is much more than a school subject; it’s an essential life skill. People who know how to clearly express their opinions, ideas, creativity, and knowledge have a real edge.

 

Debbie Bohn, Principal

 

Film Preview for Fifth Grade

             Girl’s Parents

Fifth grade parents are invited to preview the film “Just Around the Corner” that will be presented to fifth grade girls in March or April.  This film was developed to assist pre-teen girls in understanding the developmental changes they are beginning to experience. This is for parents only, not students.  These presentations will be held in the Big MPR at:

Skyblue Mesa    February 3rd/7:00-8:00pm

661-298-3260

Mountainview    February 4th/7:00-8:00pm

661-297-8835

Rosedell             February 9th/7:00-8:00pm

661-297-8860

Help the Children

For the month of February, we will collect jello and pancake mix. Thank you.

 

Million Word Challenge

Keep reading books for the Million Word Challenge!  Children all across LA County are participating!  Please help your child keep track of their books.  Once they have met the suggested amount of books, send in the forms, and your child will have a chance to win a gift certificate.  READ ON!!!

H1N1 Vaccine

As a reminder the H1N1 vaccine is now widely available across Los Angeles County and is appropriate for anyone over 6 months of age for  whom the vaccine is not medically contraindicated.  Vaccine is available through many different sources. You should first check with your regular health care provider. For those without health insurance or a usual source of care, H1N1 vaccine is now available at certain Los Angeles County Public Health centers at no cost. For locations and operating hours of clinics or health centers, visit Public Health’s website at: www.publichealth.lacounty.gov or call the Los Angeles County Information Line at 2-1-1. Vaccine is also available through many community clinics and some retail pharmacies for a small fee.

 

Hugs for Haiti

During the month of February, Skyblue Mesa classrooms will be collecting pennies, dimes, nickels, and quarters all to be donated to the American Red Cross to help in the relief efforts in Haiti.  Each room will have a change container.  The PTO will collect the change containers on Tuesday, March 2nd, and will forward 100% of the money collected to the American Red Cross.  This is voluntary and we thank you in advance for your generosity.  Any questions, please call Kris Benavidez @ 661-297-7547. 

 

Santa Clarita Valley School Food Services Agency’s Website

SCVSFSA website has a new look!  Please visit www.scvschoolnutrition.org to check out their newly revised comprehensive and interactive website.  Coming soon will be online options to pre-pay your students meal account.

West Creek Academy

The Saugus Union School District Board of Trustees took action last Tuesday to open West Creek Academy as a focus school for the 2010-2011 school year. With an emphasis on high academic achievement and positive character traits, West Creek will also offer students a unique educational experience that will focus on instrumental music, performing arts, and beginning Korean.  Enrollment is open to all children.  If you are interested in having your child attend West Creek starting next school year, you may learn more about the school and its premier programs by attending one of the parents meetings listed below.

 

Tuesday, February 9 at 9:00 am at

Skyblue Mesa Elementary School

28040 Hardesty St, Canyon Country

 

Tuesday, February 9 at 5:00 pm at Bridgeport Elementary School

23670 Newhall Ranch Rd, Valencia

 

Tuesday, February 16 at 6:00 pm at Rosedell Elementary School

27853 Urbandale Ave, Saugus

 

For more information on West Creek Academy, please contact Cory Pak by email at cpak@saugus.k12.ca.us or by phone at

661-297-8860. Thank you.

 

West Creek, your pathway to the arts and gateway to the world!

Practical Parenting Class

“Because you want to be the best parent you can be”, there will be Parenting Classes for parents of children age 5-14.

Where:   Child & Family Center

                21545 Centre Pointe Parkway

                Santa Clarita

When:    Tuesday Evenings, 6:00-7:30pm

                February 9th – March 23rd

Length:   7 Weeks

Cost:       Total $50/person, $75/couple

                There is an additional charge for

                 $18 for materials

For more information, please call Sonia Rodriguez @ 661-259-9439 Ext. 3134

 

Dates to Remember

Wednesday, February 3

   Variety Show Rehearsal/Dancers

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

 

   Fifth Grade Girl’s Parent Film Preview

   Skyblue Mesa / 7:00pm – 8:00pm

                  Big MPR

 

Thursday, February 4

   Variety Show Rehearsal

   Singers & Musicians

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

 

   Fifth Grade Girl’s Parent Film Preview

   Mountainview / 7:00pm – 8:00pm

 

Friday, February 5

   Student Store/During Lunch

 

Saturday, February 6

   PTO Father/Daughter Sweetheart Dance

                 7:00pm-8:30pm

 

Monday, February 8

   Selling Weebles for Valentine’s Day

    9:30am-10:30am/Little MPR

 

Tuesday, February 9

   Selling Weebles for Valentine’s Day

    9:30am-10:30am/Little MPR

 

    Fifth Grade Girl’s Parent Film Preview

    Rosedell / 7:00pm – 8:00pm

 

Wednesday, February 10

  Selling Weebles for Valentine’s Day

    9:30am-10:30am/Little MPR

  Variety Show Rehearsal/Dancers

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

Thursday, February 11

   Weebles delivered to classrooms

 

   Variety Show Rehearsal

   Singers & Musicians

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

  

Friday February 12

   NO SCHOOL

   Lincoln’s Birthday

Monday, February 15

   NO SCHOOL

   President’s Day

 

Wednesday, February 17

   Variety Show Rehearsal/Dancers

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

 

Thursday, February 18

   Variety Show Rehearsal

   Singers & Musicians

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

 

Friday, February 19

   MINIMUM DAY

   Grades 1-6/Dismissal/12:26pm

   All Kindergarten/8:00am-11:20am

 

   Muffins for Men / 7:30am

  

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El boletín de Skyblue Mesa 2-2-10

Del Escritorio de la Principal

Estimados Padres,

La lectura, redacción, y matemáticas no siempre han tenido la misma atención en las escuelas, esto esta cambiando.

Si bien es cierto que sus niños aprenderán cómo escribir correctamente en la escuela, el mejor lugar para que ellos practiquen estas habilidades y desarrollen cariño hacia la escritura es en el hogar. Aquí hay algunas formas para que la escritura forme parte de sus vidas.

Agregue la escritura a su lista. Dedicar

importante como darles el tiempo para que lean.

Tenga las herramientas adecuadas a mano. Aunque sea importante tener materiales escolares disponibles en casa, a vees lo único que se necesita para mantener a los niños interesado es proporcionarle el papel, pluma, y cuaderno especial de su elección.

Escriba en frente de ellos. Sus niños aprenden lo que experimentan. Asegúrese de que la vean escribiendo—ya sea escribiendo una carta a un amigo, una carta de agradecimiento, un escrito en su diario, o una carta al editor.

Aprecie su trabajo. Enfatice abiertamente que su escritura es extraordinaria. Cuando ellos escriban algo creativo, divertido, o invitante a la reflexión, envíe una copia a sus abuelos y ponga el original en el rerigerador o en una pizarra para que todos puedan admirarlo.

Haga un libro. Si sus niños disfrutan de la

fotografía, haga que colecten algunas de sus fotografías predilectas y que escriban acerca del momento o haga que escriban historias cortas acerca de las fotografías. Ayúdelos a crear una pagina de titulo (destaque su

nombre son letras grandes, como el autor), agregue algunas grapas, y ellos habrán hecho un libro.

Ponga atención a las letras de las canciones. Si sus niños disfrutan de la

música, busque la letra de sus canciones favoritas. Converse acerca de lo que el escritor de la canción esta diciendo, y aliéntelos a que ellos traten de escribir

acerca de cosas que les sean significativas.

Utilice la Web. Busque algún sitio extraordinario en la Web orientado hacia jóvenes que esté repleto de juegos escritos e ideas: www.writingfix.com/for kids.htm.

Otra sugerencia es que cuando lean una historia, o vean una película, juntos pause y le haga preguntas a su niño tales como “¿que tal si?”

El escribir es mucho más que un proyecto escolar; es una habilidad esencial para la vida. Las personas que saben como expresar con claridad sus opiniones, ideas, creatividad, y conocimiento tienen una gran ventaja.

 

Debbie Bohn, Principal

Hugs for Haiti

During the month of February, Skyblue Mesa classrooms will be collecting pennies, dimes, nickels, and quarters all to be donated to the American Red Cross to help in the relief efforts in Haiti.  Each room will have a change container.  The PTO will collect the change containers on Tuesday, March 2nd, and will forward 100% of the money collected to the American Red Cross.  This is voluntary and we thank you in advance for your generosity.  Any questions, please call Kris Benavidez @ 661-297-7547. 

H1N1 Vaccine

As a reminder the H1N1 vaccine is now widely available across Los  Angeles County and is appropriate for anyone over 6 months of age for  whom the vaccine is not medically contraindicated.  Vaccine is available through many different sources. You should first  check with your regular health care provider. For those without health  insurance or a usual source of care, H1N1 vaccine is now available at  certain Los Angeles County Public Health centers at no cost. For  locations and operating hours of clinics or health centers, visit Public Health’s website at:  www.publichealth.lacounty.gov or call the Los  Angeles County Information Line at 2-1-1. Vaccine is also available  through many community clinics and some retail pharmacies for a small fee.

Million Word Challenge

Keep reading books for the Million Word Challenge!  Children all across LA County are participating!  Please help your child keep track of their books.  Once they have met the suggested amount of books, send in the forms, and your child will have a chance to win a gift certificate.  READ ON!!!

 

Film Preview for Fifth Grade

            Girl’s Parents

Fifth grade parents are invited to preview the film “Just Around the Corner” that will be presented to fifth grade girls in March or April.  This film was developed to assist pre-teen girls in understanding the developmental changes they are beginning to experience. This is for parents only, not students.  These presentations will be held in the Big MPR at:

Skyblue Mesa     February 3rd/7:00-8:00pm

661-298-3260

Mountainview    February 4th/7:00-8:00pm

661-297-8835

Rosedell              February 9th/7:00-8:00pm

661-297-8860

Help the Children

For the month of February, we will collect

jello and pancake mix. Thank you.

Agencia de Servicios de Alimentos Escolares del Valle de Santa Clarita

¡El sitio Web de la Agencia de Servicios de Alimentos Escolares del Valle de Santa Clarita se renovó! Por favor visite www.scvschoolnutrition.org y revise nuestro sitio Web renovado comprensivo, e

interactivo:

• Revise las opciones del menú, del desayuno y del almuerzo.

• Revise el contenido de la nutrición de los artículos de la comida.

• Vea la información de nutrición y estado físico, incluyendo materiales de la política del distrito de salud y cosecha del mes.

• La esquina de la educación de nutrición incluye juegos interactivos, vídeos y actividades para los estudiantes; recursos de la sala de clase y planes de lección para los

profesores; y consejos, herramientas y recetas sanas para los padres.

• Pronto vendrán opciones en línea para pagar por adelantado a las cuentas de las

comidas de los estudiantes.

¡Entonces marque la pagina Web www.scvschoolnutrition.org hoy!

Practical Parenting Class

“Because you want to be the best parent you can be”, there will be Parenting Classes for parents of children age 5-14.

Where:   Child & Family Center

                21545 Centr Pointe Parkway

                Santa Clarita

When:    Tuesday Evenings, 6:00-7:30pm

                February 9th – March 23rd

Length:   7 Weeks

Cost:       Total $50/person, $75/couple

                There is an additional charge for

                 $18 for materials

For more information, please call Sonia Rodriguez @ 661-259-9439 Ext. 3134

West Creek Academy

The Saugus Union School District Board of Trustees took action last Tuesday to open West Creek Academy as a focus school for the 2010-2011 school year. With an emphasis on high academic achievement and positive character traits, West Creek will also offer students a unique educational experience that will focus on instrumental music, performing arts, and beginning Korean.  Enrollment is open to all children.  If you are interested in having your child attend West Creek starting next school year, you may learn more about the school and its premier programs by attending one of the parents meetings listed below.

 

Tuesday, February 9 at 9:00 am at

Skyblue Mesa Elementary School

28040 Hardesty St, Canyon Country

 

Tuesday, February 9 at 5:00 pm at Bridgeport Elementary School

23670 Newhall Ranch Rd, Valencia

 

Tuesday, February 16 at 6:00 pm at Rosedell Elementary School

27853 Urbandale Ave, Saugus

 

For more information on West Creek Academy, please contact Cory Pak by email at cpak@saugus.k12.ca.us or by phone at

661-297-8860. Thank you.

 

West Creek, your pathway to the arts and gateway to the world!

Fechas para recordar

Wednesday, February 3

   Variety Show Rehearsal/Dancers

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

 

   Fifth Grade Girl’s Parent Film Preview

    Skyblue Mesa / 7:00pm – 8:00pm

                   Big MPR

 

Thursday, February 4

   Variety Show Rehearsal

   Singers & Musicians

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

 

   Fifth Grade Girl’s Parent Film Preview

   Mountainview / 7:00pm – 8:00pm

 

   Friday, February 5

   Student Store/During Lunch

 

Saturday, February 6

  PTO Father/Daughter Sweetheart Dance

               7:00pm-8:30pm

 

Monday, February 8

   Selling Weebles for Valentine’s Day

      9:30am-10:30am/Little MPR

Tuesday, February 9

   Selling Weebles for Valentine’s Day

      9:30am-10:30am/Little MPR

 

    Fifth Grade Girl’s Parent Film Preview

     Rosedell / 7:00pm – 8:00pm

 

Wednesday, February 10

   Selling Weebles for Valentine’s Day

      9:30am-10:30am/Little MPR

 

   Variety Show Rehearsal/Dancers

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

 

Thursday, February 11

  Weebles delivered to Classrooms

 

  Variety Show Rehearsal

   Singers & Musicians

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

  

Friday February 12

   NO SCHOOL

   Lincoln’s Birthday

Monday, February 15

   NO SCHOOL

   President’s Day

 

Wednesday, February 17

   Variety Show Rehearsal/Dancers

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

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January 26, 2010

Skyblue Mesa Newsletter of 1-26-10

 

SKYBLUE MESA PARENT NEWSLETTER

SKYBLUE MESA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

A California Distinguished school

  28040 Hardesty Street

Canyon Country, California 91351

Phone:  (661)298-3260  Fax  (661)298-3256;  email dbohn@saugus.k12.ca.us

                     Volume 3  Number 20                                  January 26, 2010

    ______________________________________________________________________

 


From the Principal’s Desk

Dear Parents,

The Internet is truly a wonderful resource for our children. It allows them to see what the Hubble space telescope is zeroing in on, and watch video footage of animals in the wild. No matter what children are

interested in, there are dozens, if not hundreds, of sites available to help them follow their curiosity into new levels of learning. However, there are frightening aspects of the Internet as well, which is why families need to be involved. These tips are a great place to start:

Limit their access. Through your Internet service provider, set up parental controls on your child’s screen name to prevent him or her from venturing into inappropriate sites. Also make sure that he or she can’t get around those controls by going online through your screen name (or the name of another, older sibling). Keep your passwords secret and protected.

Create your own version of “Never” land. Make sure that your children understand the “never” rules of using the Internet. Never give out any personal information for any reason to anyone on the Web, no matter how innocent the request may seem. Unless instructed otherwise, children are too

often eager to give out their names and addresses to get free gifts through the mail or access to “fun” sites.

Cut out spam. Install a virtual filter on your home computer to prevent unsolicited e-mail and other potentially harmful materials from being delivered. If your e-mail service doesn’t already include a spam filter, you can buy and install software to help.

Freedom of information. Children use the Internet to communicate with peers. They create MySpace profiles and blogs. Kids consider this information private and believe that it’s only accessed by their friends and those close to them—but the reality can be far different. Explain to your children that, because whatever they post online is available for anyone to see, they should have no problem with you reading it.

Be “Checkpoint Charlie.” Keep your family computer in a public area, and periodically check over their shoulder to see what sites they’re on and which windows they quickly minimized as you approached.

Learn the lingo. If you don’t know what a blog and a chat room are, among other Internet terms, find someone who can bring you up to speed. The only way you can be an effective ally for your child on the Web is to understand the language.

Imposters are lurking. Sadly, you must strongly stress that your children cannot trust anyone on the Web who they do not personally know through family or school.

Calling for help. Explain to your children that they absolutely must tell you if a “person” from the Internet wants to call on the phone or meet them in person. Such meetings or calls never can be allowed to take place without a parent’s presence.

(See www.safekids.com/kidsrules.htm for more rules that children and their parents should agree to abide by.)

Be understanding. Although some children deliberately seek out “off-limits” Web content, many times they stumble upon them while trying to find legitimate information. If your child comes to you and tells you about a disturbing image or site, understand that people are misdirected in their searches all the time, and that it was unintentional.

Read more about it! Check out some of the many Web sites that help parents keep their children safe on the Internet. One of the best is www.NetSmartz.org, developed by the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children and Boys & Girls Clubs of America.

 

Debbie Bohn, Principal

Help the Children

For the month of January, we will collect rice and pinto beans. Thank you.

Santa Clarita Safe Routes to School

                 Parent Survey

In an effort to make walking and bicycling to school safer for our kids, we’d like your input! Please take 5-10 minutes to complete this survey about walking and bicycling to school. Your input will be extremely valuable! To take the survey, follow this link: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/ParentWalkBikeSurvey

 

Ms. King’s & Ms. Magon’s Class

      Broadcast on KHTS AM
Click the links below to hear Ms. King’s and Ms. Magon’s broadcast on KHTS AM-1220:

http://hometownstation.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=19033:stump-the-politician-1-15-10&catid=95:khts-special-broadcasts&Itemid=163 

http://hometownstation.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=19034:stump-the-politician-1-15-10&catid=95:khts-special-broadcasts&Itemid=163 

 

Gas Assistance Fund

Between February 2010 and April 2010 or until funds are depleted, the Gas Assistance Fund may help qualifying customers who are having difficulty paying their gas bills.  If you think you qualify please call

Tammy Amezoa:  English / 1-800-427-2200

                              Spanish / 1-800-342-4545 

 

Dates to Remember

Tuesday, January 26

   PTO McTeacher Night @ McDonalds

                    4:00pm-8:00pm

Wednesday, January 27

   Variety Show Rehearsal/Dancers

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

 

   Adult English Class Meeting

   6:00pm-7:30pm/Big MPR

 

Thursday, January 28

   Variety Show Rehearsal

   Singers & Musicians

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

 

Monday, February 1

   Sixth Grade Parent Promotion Meeting

   6:30pm-7:30pm/Little MPR

Wednesday, February 3

   Variety Show Rehearsal/Dancers

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

 

   Fifth Grade Parent Preview Night

               Parents Only

       7:00pm-8:00pm/Big MPR

 

Thursday, February 4

   Variety Show Rehearsal

   Singers & Musicians

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

  

 Friday, February 5

   Student Store/During Lunch

 

Saturday, February 6

   PTO Father/Daughter Sweetheart Dance

                 7:00pm-8:30pm

 

Monday, February 8

   Selling Weebles for Valentine’s Day

    9:30am-10:30am/Little MPR

 

Tuesday, February 9

   Selling Weebles for Valentine’s Day

    9:30am-10:30am/Little MPR

 

Wednesday, February 10

  Selling Weebles for Valentine’s Day

    9:30am-10:30am/Little MPR

 Variety Show Rehearsal/Dancers

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

Thursday, February 11

   Variety Show Rehearsal

   Singers & Musicians

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

  

Friday February 12

   NO SCHOOL

   Lincoln’s Birthday

 

Monday, February 15

   NO SCHOOL

   President’s Day

 

Wednesday, February 17

   Variety Show Rehearsal/Dancers

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

 

Thursday, February 18

   Variety Show Rehearsal

   Singers & Musicians

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

 

Friday, February 19

   MINIMUM DAY

   Grades 1-6/Dismissal/12:26pm

   All Kindergarten/8:00am-11:20am

 

   Muffins for Men / 7:30am

Monday, February 22

   Site Council Meeting / 4:00pm

 

   PTO Board Meeting / 6:30pm

 

Tuesday, February 23

   PTO Mimi’s Café Night

 

Wednesday, February 24

   Variety Show Rehearsal/Dancers

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

  

Thursday, February 25

   Variety Show Rehearsal

   Singers & Musicians

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

   City of Santa Clarita Parent

   Presentation on Bully Prevention

   6:30pm – 8:30pm /Big MPR

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El boletín de Skyblue Mesa 1-26-10

Del Escritorio de la Principal

Estimados Padres,

El Internet es realmente un recurso extraordinario para nuestros hijos. Les permite ver lo que los científicos están mirando a través del telescopio espacial Hubble, y mirar videos de animales silvestres. Sea cual sea el área de interés de los niños, existen docenas y hasta miles de sitios disponibles para ayudarlos a saciar su curiosidad en nuevos niveles de aprendizaje. Sin embargo, también existen aspectos aterradores del Internet, y por esta razón es importante que las familias estén involucradas. Para comenzar, los siguientes son algunos consejos:

Limite el acceso. A través de su proveedor de servicios de Internet, establezca controles para prevenir que su niño tenga acceso a sitios impropios. Asimismo, asegúrese de que no tenga acceso a estos controles al entrar en la pantalla con su nombre (con algún otro nombre, o como el de su hermano mayor). Mantenga su clave de acceso protegida y secreta. Para obtener una lista de programas que le pueden ayudar a filtrar contenido impropio visite www.getnetwise.org/ tools.

Cree su propia versión de la Tierra de

“Nunca, jamás”. Asegúrese de que sus

niños entienden la regla de “nunca, jamás” al usar el Internet. Aunque parezca muy inocente, nunca deben proporcionar información personal en el Internet. A menos que los padres les den instrucciones de lo contrario, muchos niños están dispuestos a dar su nombre y dirección con

tal de obtener regalos gratuitos a través del correo o para tener acceso a sitios “divertidos”.

Limite el “spam”. Instale un filtro virtual en la computadora para prevenir el envío de correos indeseables y otros materiales dañinos. Si su servicio de correo electrónico aún no tiene un filtro para spam, usted

puede comprar e instalar un programa para filtrar.

Libertad de información. Los niños, especialmente aquellos en edad preadolescente y adolescente, utilizan el Internet para comunicarse con sus compañeros. Crean perfiles en “MYSpace” y también crean “blogs”. Los jóvenes consideran esta información privada y piensan que únicamente sus amigos y aquellos cercanos tienen acceso a esta información—la realidad es muy diferente.

Explique a sus niños que ellos no deben oponerse a que usted lea esta información, ya que toda información que pongan en la Web estará a disposición de todo el mundo.

Controle a sus niños cuando estén usando la computadora. Mantenga la computadora familiar en un área frecuentada, y de vez en cuando, revise discretamente las páginas que visitan y las ventanas que puedan minimizar rápidamente cuando usted se acerque.

Aprenda el léxico. Si usted no sabe que es un “blog”, “IM”, o un cuarto de “chat”, entre otros términos de la red, consiga que alguien se los enseñe. La única manera que usted puede ser un aliado efectivo para su niño es entendiendo el lenguaje del Internet.

Llamando para pedir ayuda. Explíquele a sus niños que es muy importante que le avisen si una “persona” del Internet quiere llamarles por teléfono o reunirse con ellos. Tales juntas o llamadas nunca deben llevarse a cabo sin la presencia de los padres. (Para mayor información y reglas que deben seguir los niños y padres, visite www.safekids.com/kidsrules.htm.)

Sea comprensiva. Aunque algunos niños intencionalmente buscan temas prohibidos en la red, también pueden tropezarse con éstos al buscar información legitima. Si su niño le dice que vió un sitio o una imagen perturbadora, esté consciente que muchas

personas se extravían en sus búsquedas y que no fue intencional.

¡Lea más al respecto! Visite algunos de los muchos sitios que ofrecen información para padres sobre cómo ayudar a sus niños a navegar seguros en la red. Uno de los mejor sitos es: www.netsmartz.org, creado por The National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (Centro Nacional para Niños Desaparecidos y Explotados) y Boys & Girls Clubs of America (Clubes de Niños y Niñas de los Estados Unidos de América).

 

Debbie Bohn, Principal

 

The Federal Safe Routes to School  

         Program Parent Survey

Con el objeto de hacer que el ir a la escuela caminando o en bicicleta sea de mayor seguridad comentarios son ¡sumamente valiosos!  Para llenar la encuesta, siga este enlace: para nuestros niños, nos gustaría escuchar sus comentarios.  Le pedimos que tome de  5 a 10 minutos de su tiempo para completar esta encuesta respecto al ir caminando y en bicicleta a la escuela. Sus http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/EncuestaParaLosPadres

Ms. King’s & Ms. Magon’s Class

      Broadcast on KHTS AM
Click the links below to hear Ms. King’s and Ms. Magon’s broadcast on KHTS AM-1220:

http://hometownstation.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=19033:stump-the-politician-1-15-10&catid=95:khts-special-broadcasts&Itemid=163 

http://hometownstation.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=19034:stump-the-politician-1-15-10&catid=95:khts-special-broadcasts&Itemid=163 


Help the Children

For the month of January, we will collect rice and pinto beans. Thank you.

Gas Assistance Fund

Between February 2010 and April 2010 or until funds are depleted, the Gas Assistance Fund may help qualifying customers who are having difficulty paying their gas bills.  If you think you qualify please call

Tammy Amezoa:  English / 1-800-427-2200

                              Spanish / 1-800-342-4545 



Fechas para recordar

Tuesday, January 26

   PTO McTeacher Night @ McDonalds

Wednesday, January 27

   Variety Show Rehearsal/Dancers

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

 

   Adult English Class Meeting

   6:00pm-7:30pm/Big MPR

 

Thursday, January 28

   Variety Show Rehearsal

   Singers & Musicians

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

 

Monday, February 1

   Sixth Grade Parent Promotion Meeting

   6:30pm-7:30pm/Little MPR

Wednesday, February 3

   Variety Show Rehearsal/Dancers

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

 

   Fifth Grade Parent Preview Night

       7:00pm-8:00pm/Big MPR

 

Thursday, February 4

   Variety Show Rehearsal

   Singers & Musicians

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

  

Friday, February 5

   Student Store/During Lunch

 

 

 

Saturday, February 6

  PTO Father/Daughter Sweetheart Dance

               7:00pm-8:30pm

 

Monday, February 8

   Selling Weebles for Valentine’s Day

      9:30am-10:30am/Little MPR

Tuesday, February 9

   Selling Weebles for Valentine’s Day

      9:30am-10:30am/Little MPR

 

Wednesday, February 10

   Selling Weebles for Valentine’s Day

      9:30am-10:30am/Little MPR

 

   Variety Show Rehearsal/Dancers

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

 

Thursday, February 11

   Variety Show Rehearsal

   Singers & Musicians

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

  

Friday February 12

   NO SCHOOL

   Lincoln’s Birthday

Monday, February 15

   NO SCHOOL

   President’s Day

 

Wednesday, February 17

   Variety Show Rehearsal/Dancers

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

 

Thursday, February 18

   Variety Show Rehearsal

   Singers & Musicians

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

Friday, February 19

   MINIMUM DAY

   Grades 1-6/Dismissal/12:26pm

   All Kindergarten/8:00am-11:20am

 

   Muffins for Men / 7:30am

Monday, February 22

   Site Council Meeting / 4:00pm

 

   PTO Board Meeting / 6:30pm

Tuesday, February 23

   PTO Mimi’s Café Night

Wednesday, February 24

   Variety Show Rehearsal/Dancers

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

 

Thursday, February 25

   Variety Show Rehearsal

   Singers & Musicians

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Small MPR

  

   City of Santa Clarita Parent

   Presentation on Bully Prevention

   6:30pm – 8:30pm / Big MPR

 

 

 

 

 

 

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January 19, 2010

Skyblue Mesa Newsletter of 1-19-10

 

SKYBLUE MESA PARENT NEWSLETTER

SKYBLUE MESA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

A California Distinguished school

  28040 Hardesty Street

Canyon Country, California 91351

Phone:  (661)298-3260  Fax  (661)298-3256;  email dbohn@saugus.k12.ca.us

                     Volume 3  Number 19                                   January 19, 2010

    ______________________________________________________________________

 


From the Principal’s Desk

Dear Parents,

After-school programs and activities can be wonderfully enriching, providing children with opportunities to stretch their minds, exercise their bodies, learn teamwork, and build social skills. Today’s range of available activities is greater than ever.  Here are some important things to consider when enrolling your children in after-school programs:

Whose idea is it? Try to make sure that your child has at least some interest in the club, sport, or lesson you’re signing him or her up for.

What if you want them to attend and they don’t want to?

Incentives can work wonders. Together, set two goals. The first is yours: spell out the activity you want them to participate in, the amount of time you want them to devote, and the attitude you want them to have about it. The second is theirs: by following your rules and achieving the goals you set for them, decide on the special privilege or reward they can earn.

How intense is it? Some after-school

gymnastics programs are a great excuse for children to burn off energy and learn a few new skills.

Can it help your child academically,

athletically, or socially? All children have areas of strength and areas where they need some enrichment or encouragement. Choose one activity that lets your child expand on his or her strengths, and try to find another one that offers a challenge.

What kind of commitment are they looking for?  Be wary of programs that expect your child to commit to four days a week or more. Children still need time to do their schoolwork, sleep 10 hours a night, and to “chill.”

Have you heard good feedback from other parents and children? The best after-school programs get great reviews from children and their parents.

Are you over scheduling? Unstructured playtime is very important for children. It’s a great time for them to use their imaginations, or just have fun. Be sure that you don’t take their childhood away from them by filling every after-school hour with “enriching” activities.

While there are many things to consider when contemplating after-school programs, remember also that anything you do is better than the all too- common alternative—letting your children decide, every day, what they want to do after school.

 

Debbie Bohn, Principal

Help the Children

For the month of January, we will collect rice and pinto beans. Thank you.

Health Insurance Resources

North East Valley Health Corporation, Valencia (NEVHC) located at 23763 Valencia Blvd.,  Valencia  91355. 

What are the health insurance options?

1.  Medi-Cal offers no cost health insurance for families who qualify.  It provides comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits for children from birth to twenty

one years of age. The income levels for eligible families with children vary based upon the number and age of children in the family.  The maximum income level for a family of four for Medi-Cal is about $44,100.

2.  The Healthy Families Program is low-cost coverage for children and teens that provides medical, dental and vision benefits from birth through age eighteen, for families with an income above the Medi-Cal income guidelines. The maximum income eligibility for the Healthy Families Program is about $55,128 for a family of four.  At this time, Healthy Families is accepting applications; however, there is a waiting list of one to three months.  As space becomes available and the applicant meets the qualifications, the applications are being granted. 

To enroll you will need:

1.  Income verification-current pay stub, child support, alimony or other sources of income.

2.  Copy of birth certificate

3.  Proof of residency such as a utility bill.

Call NEVHC at 661-287-1551 ext. 50304 from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. for more information, or to make an appointment.  Ask for Anna Sundrakes.

 

New 211 Phone Resource Number

211 is an easy to remember three-digit dialing code that enables a caller to access over 28,000 health and human service programs throughout Los Angeles County 24 hours per day, 7 days per week and is TTY accessible.  211 LA County, formerly known as INFO LINE of Los Angeles, has been providing these services since 1981.

Services Include:

1. Comprehensive information and

 resources about full range of human

 services in the community and

 assistance with linking to these services.

2. Code enforcement

3. Elder/dependent adult abuse hotline

4. First 5 LA Parent Helpline Specialists can assist with enrollments into programs, such as Healthy Families, Medi-Cal and Healthy Kids.

5. Safe baby surrender hotline

6. Winter shelter hotline                        

Dates to Remember

Wednesday, January 20

   Variety Show Rehearsal/Dancers

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

 

Thursday, January 21

   Variety Show Rehearsal

   Singers & Musicians

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

  

Friday, January 22

   Crazy Hair Day

 

   Student Store/During Lunch

 

Monday, January 25

   Site Council Meeting / 4:00pm

 

   PTO Board Meeting / 6:30pm

Tuesday, January 26

   PTO McTeacher Night @ McDonalds

 

 Wednesday, January 27

   Variety Show Rehearsal/Dancers

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

 

   Adult English Class Meeting

   6:00pm-7:30pm/Big MPR

 

Thursday, January 28

   Variety Show Rehearsal

   Singers & Musicians

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

 

Monday, February 1

   Sixth Grade Promotion Meeting

   6:30pm-7:30pm/Little MPR

Wednesday, February 3

   Variety Show Rehearsal/Dancers

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

 

Thursday, February 4

   Variety Show Rehearsal

   Singers & Musicians

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

  

 Friday, February 5

   Student Store/During Lunch

 

Saturday, February 6

   Father/Daughter Sweetheart Dance

              7:00pm-8:30pm

 

Monday, February 8

   Selling Weebles Valentine’s Day

    9:30am-10:30am/Little MPR

 

Tuesday, February 9

   Selling Weebles Valentine’s Day

    9:30am-10:30am/Little MPR

 

Wednesday, February 10

   Selling Weebles Valentine’s Day

    9:30am-10:30am/Little MPR

 

Wednesday, February 10

   Variety Show Rehearsal/Dancers

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

 

Thursday, February 11

   Variety Show Rehearsal

   Singers & Musicians

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

  

Friday February 12

   NO SCHOOL

   Lincoln’s Birthday

 

Monday, February 15

   NO SCHOOL

   President’s Day

 

Wednesday, February 17

   Variety Show Rehearsal/Dancers

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

 

Thursday, February 18

   Variety Show Rehearsal

   Singers & Musicians

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

 

Friday, February 19

   MINIMUM DAY

   Grades 1-6/Dismissal/12:26pm

   All Kindergarten/8:00am-11:20am

 

   Muffins for Men / 7:30am

 Monday, February 22

   Site Council Meeting / 4:00pm

 

   PTO Board Meeting / 6:30pm

 

Tuesday, February 23

   PTO Mimi’s Café Night

 

Wednesday, February 24

   Variety Show Rehearsal/Dancers

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

  

Thursday, February 25

   Variety Show Rehearsal

   Singers & Musicians

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

   City of Santa Clarita Parent

   Presentation on Bully Prevention

   6:30pm – 8:30pm /Big MPR

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El boletín de Skyblue Mesa 1-19-10

Del Escritorio de la Principal

Estimados Padres,

Los programas extracurriculares pueden ser actividades extraordinariamente enriquecedoras, que proporcionan a los niños la oportunidad para estimular sus mentes, ejercitar sus cuerpos, aprender a trabajar en equipo, y desarrollar habilidades sociales. El rango de actividades disponibles en la actualidad es más amplio que nunca—desde clases de computación hasta clínicas para animadoras de equipo, lecciones de música, tropas de niños exploradores, arte y baile, hasta fútbol americano y soccer. Aquí hay algunos puntos importantes a considerar cuando inscriba a sus hijos en programas para después de clases.

¿De quien es la idea? Trate de asegurar que su niño tenga por lo menos un poco de interés en un club, deporte, o clase en donde lo inscriba.

¿Qué pasa si usted quiere que

participen y ellos no quieren? Los

incentivos pueden hacer maravillas.

Juntos, establezcan dos metas: La

primera es suya: Detalle la actividad en

la cual quiere que participen, la cantidad

de tiempo que desea que le dediquen, y

la actitud que quiere que tengan al respecto. La segunda es de ellos: Por seguir sus reglas y lograr las metas que les fijó, decida en un privilegio especial o una recompensa que ellos pueden obtener.

¿Qué tan intensivo es? Algunos programas de gimnasia extracurriculares son una excusa fantástica para que los niños quemen energía y aprendan algunas habilidades nuevas.

¿Puede esto ayudar a su hijo académica, atlética y socialmente? Todos los niños tienen áreas de fortaleza y otras donde necesitan enriquecerse y ser alentados. ¡Los programas extracurriculares pueden ayudar en ambos! Seleccione una actividad que le

permita a su niño desarrollar sus fortalezas, y trate de encontrar otra que sea un reto. Por ejemplo, inscriba a un niño atlético en la liga de básquetbol y en el club de lectura de la biblioteca, o inscriba a un niño tímido en la liga de exploradores infantiles así como en en clases de música o arte.

¿Que tipo de compromiso buscan? Pero tenga cuidado con programas que comprometan a su hijo con 4 días a la semana o más. Los niños aun necesitan tiempo para hacer las tareas, dormir 10 horas en la noche, y descansar.

¿Ha escuchado comentarios positivos de los otros padres y niños? Los mejores programas extracurriculares obtienen buenas críticas de los niños y sus padres.

¿Está sobrecargando el itinerario

de sus niños? El tiempo de juego libre es muy importante para los niños. Es una excelente oportunidad para que ellos usen su imaginación, sueñen o se diviertan. Asegúrese de que no les esté quitando su niñez llenando todo su horario con actividades “enriquecedoras”. Aunque haya muchas cosas que considerar antes de elegir un programa extracurricular, recuerde también que cualquier cosa es mejor que la alternativa tan trillada de dejar que sus hijos decidan, diariamente, lo que ellos quieren hacer después de escuela.

 

Debbie Bohn, Principal

 

Recursos para Seguro de Salud

North East Valley Health Corporation, Valencia (NEVHC), (Corporación de Salud del Valle Noreste, NEVHC) localizado a 23763 Valencia Blvd., (Corporación de Salud del Valle Noreste)

¿Que son las opciones para seguro de salud?:

1. Medí-Cal ofrece seguro sin costo para familias que califiquen.  Ellos proveen seguro extensivo en la comunidad y asistencia para medico, dentista, y oculista para niños desde recién nacido hasta veinte-un años de edad.  El nivel de entradas monetarias para familias con niños se determina hacia los números de hijos y las edades de los niños.  El máximo de ingreso de una familia de cuatro personas es acerca de $44,100.

2. El Programa de Healthy Families (Familias Saludables) es un seguro de bajo costo para niños y jóvenes que provee medico, dentista y oculista para niños desde recién nacido hasta diesi-nueve años, para familias que con un ingreso encima de lo que acepta Medí-Cal.  El máximo ingreso de elegibilidad para Healthy Families (Familias Saludables) es acerca de $55,128 para una familia de cuatro personas. A este tiempo, Healthy Familias (Familias Saludables) esta aceptando aplicaciones, por mucho que, hay una lista de familias esperando de uno a tres meses. Cuando un espacio sea  disponible y la persona aplicando califica, la aplicación será aceptada.

Para aplicar se necesita:

1. Verificación de ingresos como: comprobación de sueldo, ayuda para mantenimiento de los niños, pensión alimenticia, o cualquier otra entrada de dinero. 

2. Una copia del certificado de nacimiento.

3. Verificación de domicilio con un recibo de teléfono, electricidad, o gas.

Llame a NEVHC a 661-287-1551 desde 8:30 a.m. hasta 5:00 p.m. para más información sobre estos y otros programas, o para hacer una cita.  Preguntes por Anna Sundrakes.

 

Nuevo Numero 211 para Recursos por

                            Teléfono

211 es un numero de tres dígitos que es fácil de recordar y que  hace posible que con una llamada de teléfono  tienes acceso a 28,000 programas y servicios de salud y servicios de salud ser humano de todas partes del Condado de Los Ángeles 24 horas al día, 7 días a la semana y es accesible por TTY.  211 LA County, que anteriormente se llamaba INFO HOTLINE de Los Ángeles, ha dado estos servicios desde 1981.

Servicios Incluye:

1. Información extensivo de recursos sobre servicios ser humanos en la comunidad con asistencia en como conectarse con estos servicios.

2. Imposición del código.

3. Línea caliente para reportar abuso de dependientes y de ancianos.

4. Primero 5 LA Parent (Padres de LA) línea caliente-Especialistas pueden ayudar en aplicación hacia programas como Healthy Familias (Familias Saludables), Medí-Cal y Healthy Kids (Niños Saludables).

5. Línea caliente para entregas seguras de bebe

6. Línea caliente para refugios de invierno

 

Fechas para recordar

Wednesday, January 20

   Variety Show Rehearsal/Dancers

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

 

Thursday, January 21

   Variety Show Rehearsal

   Singers & Musicians

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

  

Friday, January 22

   Crazy Hair Day

 

   Student Store/During Lunch

 

Monday, January 25

   Site Council Meeting / 4:00pm

 

   PTO Board Meeting / 6:30pm

 

Tuesday, January 26

   PTO McTeacher Night @ McDonalds

 

Wednesday, January 27

   Variety Show Rehearsal/Dancers

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

 

   Adult English Class Meeting

   6:00pm-7:30pm/Big MPR

 

Thursday, January 28

   Variety Show Rehearsal

   Singers & Musicians

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

 

Monday, February 1

   Sixth Grade Parent Meeting

   6:30pm-7:30pm/Little MPR

 

Wednesday, February 3

   Variety Show Rehearsal/Dancers

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

 

Thursday, February 4

   Variety Show Rehearsal

   Singers & Musicians

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

  

Friday, February 5

   Student Store/During Lunch

 

Saturday, February 6

   Father/Daughter Sweetheart Dance

               7:00pm-8:30pm

 

Monday, February 8

   Selling Weebles Valentine’s Day

      9:30am-10:30am/Little MPR

 

Tuesday, February 9

   Selling Weebles Valentine’s Day

      9:30am-10:30am/Little MPR

 

Wednesday, February 10

   Selling Weebles Valentine’s Day

      9:30am-10:30am/Little MPR

 

   Variety Show Rehearsal/Dancers

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

 

Thursday, February 11

   Variety Show Rehearsal

   Singers & Musicians

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

  

Friday February 12

   NO SCHOOL

   Lincoln’s Birthday

Monday, February 15

   NO SCHOOL

   President’s Day

 

Wednesday, February 17

   Variety Show Rehearsal/Dancers

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

 

Thursday, February 18

   Variety Show Rehearsal

   Singers & Musicians

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

  

Friday, February 19

   MINIMUM DAY

   Grades 1-6/Dismissal/12:26pm

   All Kindergarten/8:00am-11:20am

 

   Muffins for Men / 7:30am

Monday, February 22

   Site Council Meeting / 4:00pm

 

   PTO Board Meeting / 6:30pm

 

Tuesday, February 23

   PTO Mimi’s Café Night

 

Wednesday, February 24

   Variety Show Rehearsal/Dancers

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Big MPR

 

Thursday, February 25

   Variety Show Rehearsal

   Singers & Musicians

   3:00pm-5:00pm/Small MPR

  

   City of Santa Clarita Parent

   Presentation on Bully Prevention

   6:30pm – 8:30pm / Big MPR

 

 

 

 

 

 

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January 18, 2010

Skyblue Mesa Newsletter of 1-12-10

 




SKYBLUE MESA PARENT NEWSLETTER

SKYBLUE MESA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

A California Distinguished school

28040 Hardesty Street

Canyon Country, California 91351

Phone: (661)298-3260 Fax (661)298-3256; email dbohn@saugus.k12.ca.us

Volume 3 Number 18 January 12, 2010

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From the Principal’s Desk

Dear Parents,

Raising a child means more than helping him or her grow up healthy and happy. It’s important that, by the time they’re ready to leave home, children have learned to be self-sufficient and responsible. Those kinds of lessons take an entire childhood to learn.

Make them Calendar Girls (and Boys). Give your child his or her own calendar. Have children mark when a test or project is due, or when a sports or group activity is scheduled. Each child’s calendar should be posted in a visible spot, and get them in the habit of checking it every day—either adding new events and deadlines or crossing off things they’ve completed.

Keeping Track. As tempting as it is to bail out your children if they forget their lunch or homework or put off an assignment until too late, those mistakes can be excellent tools to teach responsibility. If the project is due the next day, fight the urge to step in and help get it done. Children only need a few such lessons, and some serious follow-up discussions from their families and teachers, to realize that it’s not worth it to be irresponsible.


Helping Others. No matter what your child’s situation in life, there always are others in greater need. Get your child involved in helping those less fortunate by working through community, school, or religious groups that focus on community service. Show that you believe in what you’re teaching by volunteering yourself as well.

Pet Smarts. Taking care of the family pet is an excellent way to learn responsibility. Children quickly learn the consequences if they forget to take the dog out, forget to feed the cat, or let a caged pet stay out unattended. Your children need to know that their pets depend on them.

Get to Work. Assign weekly chores to everyone in the house, rotating them so that, eventually, everyone has a turn at doing the dishes, putting away laundry, and taking out the trash. Divide the jobs by age, with older children doing the harder jobs, and make sure to never list anything as a “girl” job or a “boy” job.

Save for the Future. Financial responsibility is easy to teach if you start when your children are young. From their very first birthday money, teach them to set aside a certain amount for the future. A good rule of thumb is to put half away for savings and save half for spending.



Finally, remember that the only way to teach your children responsibility is to model the behavior yourself. Make sure they know that they can depend on you to follow through on promises. Help them see that you value your contributions to your job, your community, and your family.


Debbie Bohn, Principal


H1N1 Vaccine Clinic

Dr. Dewey Pillai, a local physician, has offered to provide the H1N1 vaccine and nasal spray vaccine to interested staff, parents and children at a cost of $40.00. Dr. Pillai has approximately 50 units of injectable and 100 units of nasal spray currently available. The Clinic will be at Emblem Elementary School, 22635 Espuella Drive on Thursday, January 14th between the hours of 3:30 pm and 5:30 pm in the MPR. Please park in the first parking lot adjacent to the school (between the church and the school). Each participant must complete a Patient Information sheet and sign an arbitration form prior to the vaccination. Dr. Pillai has asked that participants pay in cash and bring exact change. If anyone has specific questions pertaining to the H1N1 vaccine, please refer them to the CDC More ...

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