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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

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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 2^nd, 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

El boletÃ�Ân de Skyblue Mesa 2-9-10

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 23:19:25 GMT

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

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

Skyblue Mesa Newsletter of 2-2-10

Tue, 02 Feb 2010 06:59:37 GMT

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 3^rd/7:00-8:00pm

661-298-3260

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

661-297-8835

Rosedell February 9^th/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

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 9^th – March 23^rd

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

El boletÃ�Ân de Skyblue Mesa 2-2-10

Tue, 02 Feb 2010 06:54:43 GMT

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

H1N1 Vaccine

Million Word Challenge

Film Preview for Fifth Grade

Girl’s Parents

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

661-298-3260

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

661-297-8835

Rosedell February 9^th/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 9^th – March 23^rd

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

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

Skyblue Mesa Newsletter of 1-26-10

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 17:25:02 GMT

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

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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

El boletÃ�Ân de Skyblue Mesa 1-26-10

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 17:19:32 GMT

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:

Help the Children

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

Gas Assistance Fund

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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