February 7, 2024

February 7, 2024

 

 Principal's Message

Dear Cheetah Community, 

 

REGISTER by Friday 2/9/24!

73% of TH students are re-registered for next year! We increased from 55-73%! Let’s keep it going! All students need to be registered by this Friday. If you need help, Ms. Lisset has blocked off her whole week to take calls or have in person visits. Call or Email her: [email protected] or Click on https://www.mvwsd.org/register for all the details.

 

I wanted to give a huge thank you to our PTA for putting on the fantastic Friendship Dance this past Friday! Thank you for continuing to bring us all together and thank you to everyone who came! It was a blast!

 

Math Night Festival! March 6th 5:30-7pm

Our next big event will be a math night where parents and students can learn new strategies and engage in fun, hands-on math activities. Dinner will be provided! We do need some volunteers for set up and station rotations. If that sounds interesting to you, you can reach out to Ms. Lisset! [email protected]

 

Drum roll please….. 

If you haven’t heard already, the winner of our monthly attendance for the best grade level’s attendance rate is 4th grade! They won two months in a row! Attendance is extremely important to us at Theuerkauf so students get the chance to soak up every moment of learning here at Theuerkauf. Please continue to get your child to school on time! 

 

Celebrating Black History Month with our core value: Courage 

On Monday, at our Cool Cats assembly we discussed academic courage with a focus on growth mindset (I can’t do this YET! Mistakes are how we learn!). We also focused on behavioral courage with a focus on standing up for what is right (building off of integrity from last month) During this month teachers are conducting lessons to not only celebrate the wonderful leaders who had courage that represent Black History Month, but also discussing the core values that those leaders had. Many of those leaders had courage to take a stand for what is right and be an upstander. The conversations and learning around these courageous leaders is inspiring. Please continue the conversation with your child at home about our core value of courage! 

 

Warm Regards,

Principal Danielle Lyons

 
 Important Dates

 

  • Thursday, February 8th MVWSD Board of Trustees Meeting 6:00-10:00pm (Zoom)

  • Friday, February 16th- End of Trimester-Minimum Day- Dismissal 12:10pm

  • Monday, February 19th-23rd- Winter Break- No School

  • Tuesday, February 27th - Science Day by PTA - In-school field trip! 

  • Thursday, February 29th- MVWSD Board of Trustees Meeting 6:00-10:00pm (Zoom)

  • Wednesday, March 6th - Math Night Festival! 5:30-7pm

  • Thursday, March 7th- ELAC Meeting 10:00am

  • Thursday, March 14th- MVWSD Board of Trustees Meeging 6:00-10:00pm (Zoom)

  • Monday, March 25th- Teacher Service Day- No School

  • Tuesday, March 26th- PTA General Meeting 6:30pm (Zoom)

  • Thursday, March 21st- Open House 

 
 School News

 

Attendance

Please call the 24hour automated Attendance Line at 650-903-6925, X4680 or email  [email protected]  to report an absence or late arrival.  Provide the following information: date of absence, student’s name, grade and room number, reason for absence, name and relationship of the person reporting the absence. After reporting a COVID positive absence on the attendance line or by email click here to fill out the COVID reporting form. When you have a doctor or dentist appointment, please bring your note so the tardiness or absent will be excused. If we do not hear from you within 72 hours, the absence will be marked as unexcused. Please let us know how we can support your student. Thank you

 

Cool Cat Winners going above and beyond to show or give PERSEVERANCE & COURAGE for Feb. 2

Hudson Y.             Rm11

Eric E.                   Rm 15

Anjali C.                Rm 15

Eliana R                Rm 7

Guliana M.            Rm 6

Eduardo L.            Rm 19

Roxanne R.          Rm 19

Bentley Y.             Rm 18

Ayden S.              Rm 21

Sean S.                Rm 21

 
 District News

The Board of Trustees will meet on Thursday, Feb. 8 at 6:00 p.m.

Some of the topics include:

  • LCAP Mid-Year Report

  • Health and Wellness Annual Goals Progress Report

  • Universal PreKindergarten 2024-25 Program Planning

  • Transportation, Field Trip Process and Discussion

For meeting details and agenda, please click here: https://www.mvwsd.org/trustees.

 

Superintendent's Community Check In on Friday, Feb. 9

Please join us for our Community Check-In with Dr. Ayindé Rudolph on Friday, Feb. 9 at 3:30 p.m. Bring your questions. Spanish interpretation will be provided. Click here to register: http://mvw.sd/CC29

 

Student open enrollment for next year closes Feb. 9! 

Enrollment for next fall for all students in the Mountain View Whisman School District is open now at www.mvwsd.org/register.

 

For CURRENT students in transitional kindergarten-7th grade: Parents, click on the link in your email to confirm enrollment before February 9.

 

For families enrolling NEW students, please check www.mvwsd.org/register  to locate your neighborhood school, how to explore school options and the four steps to register before February 9.   

 

Complete your LCAP survey today! (before Feb. 16)

The District is updating the LCAP (Local Control Accountability Plan). Your responses to the survey will guide the update of our District plan for the 2024-25 school year. sent to your ePlease click on your unique survey link mail. Your responses are confidential. Students in grades 4-8 will also be taking the LCAP survey. More information found here: mvwsd.org/LCAP

 

Fifth-grade parents: Recordings of sixth-grade information night

In case you missed the meeting, recordings (both English and Spanish) of the 6th-grade information meetings are posted on each middle school’s website. Crittenden is hereGraham is here.

 

Better Together: February

February marks a very important time in our district where we pause to honor and celebrate Black History Month, shining a spotlight on the rich contributions and achievements of African Americans in our community and throughout our shared history. It serves as a reminder to us all to acknowledge the struggles and triumphs that have shaped the Black experience in the US. This month #BetterTogether also encourages us to speak up about the importance of equality, justice, and the ongoing fight against systemic racism. The essential question for the month is: How do I speak up for myself and for others? Black History Month offers us an opportunity to recognize and appreciate the diversity that makes our community strong, and to use our voices to advocate for positive change for all. For more information about Better Together, visit mvwsd.org/BetterTogetherMVWSD.

 

 

MVEF Gala Auction Item donations needed!

Auction item donations are a great way to support MVEF programs! Successful past auction donations include:

  • Vacation home timeshares

  • Private, themed parties at the donor's home

  • Bottles of wine for the "wine wall"

  • Professional services

  • Event tickets

To learn more about donating to the MVEF Gala Auction, email [email protected]

 

February CAC and LCC Events 

SELPA 1 CAC and the Learning Challenge Committee are your groups for special education and broader learning challenge needs. If you have questions about learning challenges and special education needs, email [email protected] or check outwww.selpa1cac.org

We encourage families to learn about the sensory needs all children: Try a Sensory Diet

Mountain View Whisman School District  and SELPA 1 CAC are sending out a survey with questions about parent experience with the special education department. Please answer this survey to let MVWSD know about your experience.

Special Education in MVWSD Parent Survey

 

Please let us hear your voice! 

 

Parent Chat

February 13, 10 am                 

Are you concerned about the emotional well-being of your child?  Peer to peer support for parents of teens with mental health challenges. Every second Tuesday of the month at 10 am on Google Meet. Meeting is for 1 hour only due to Google Meet limitations. Contact [email protected] for invite.

        

Missed our Parent Education events?

We have a YouTube channel with many of our past events including the recent talk on Assistive Technology, last year’s Inclusive Fun Fair for summer camps and recreational activities, Anxiety and Depression in Children with Learning Challenges, SMART Goals and IEP Troubleshooting, and more. Channel is here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuy7IcVz-4LTDxv2Jaq13nw

 

The View Teen Center: February 

The View Teen Center is a free facility in Mountain View (263 Escuela Ave) for all Mountain View and Los Altos 6th - 12th grade students. Drop-in hours are Monday - Friday, 3:15 - 7 p.m. and Saturdays, 1 - 6 p.m. (Feb. adjusted hours: Open 1-6 p.m.: Feb. 16 and Feb. 20-23, No Drop-In: Feb 19), and the center features a game room, makerspace, kitchen, computer/study room, outdoor area, and much more! See attached flier for details about upcoming events and programs in February or visit their webpage for more information.

 

City of MV: Lunar New Year

The City of Mountain View is hosting a Lunar New Year celebration on Saturday, February 10 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the Mountain View Community Center (201 S. Rengstorff Ave.). The event will feature live performances, crafts, games, and community booths. For more information, call the Recreation Division at 650-903-6331 or visit MountainView.gov/SpecialEvents. 

 

MV Public Library: Parenting Program 

Join the MV Public Library for their virtual “Parenting in Climate Crisis” program on Tuesday, February 27 from 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm. Climate change has put pressure on the mental health of young people. Spend a lunch hour with Jainee Dial, the Executive Director of Gen Dread,and gain ways to actively support your child's processing of negative emotions and experiences around climate change and calm eco-anxiety. This conversation is tailored toward parents of children 8 years or older, including teens. Register for the event here: https://mountainview.libcal.com/event/11704154

 
 PTA News

 

Friendship Dance was a Huge Success -  Thank You!

You all came together to create a fantastic friendship dance – thank you to everyone who attended!  As an extra thank you treat, Karin has made cute (and delicious!)  hot chocolate hearts for those who were able to donate food/supplies and/or volunteer; pick yours up in the front office!  

 

Theuerkauf Science Day (2/27) - VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
Help us celebrate and teach science! Berkeley Lawrence Hall of Science and our own wonderful Theuerkauf community are partnering together to create a special Science Day!    And we need at least 10-12 volunteers to make this dream a reality.  If you can help, please sign up below:

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1i6n7qaVLtCQw-5nOnNK9qVOIS-aKz2CSCWuMHhfECzk/edit?usp=sharing

 

Principal/PTA Donuts and Coffee  - Friday 2/16
What could be better than coffee and donuts?   Coffee and donuts with other parents and Ms. Lyons!  Come by the front of the school after drop off on Friday, February 16th!

 

Tuesday Playdates - Every Tuesday
Come to the playground after school on Tuesdays to meet with other Theuerkauf families and let your kids enjoy some outdoor playtime with classmates!   We’ll have a Lunar New Year’s themed snack this week (2/6) and a Mardi Gras themed snack next week (2/13). (Heavy rain cancels). 

 

PTA Board for 2024-2025 School Year

We’re looking for YOU!  Your talents and energy will help make our school even better next year!  We have lots of smaller PTA roles planned for next year so the work commitment won’t be as large for any one individual.  If you’re interested in joining the 2024-2025 team, please email [email protected].  

 

PTA Discussion at Starbucks - Saturday, March 9th
Come to Starbucks downtown (750 Castro Street) between 6-7 pm on Saturday, March 9th to discuss with Emily the school, PTA, and the new PTA roles for 2024-2025

 

TK and K Movie Night - Friday, March 1st
As a way to reach out to the TK/K families and get them more involved with the PTA, we are hosting a special movie night on March 1st.  However, if you want to come and learn about the PTA but don’t have TK/K students, you are, of course, still invited.  If possible, please sign up via this link so we know how much pizza to buy!

Win vintage Theuerkauf gear

PTA is restructuring our Board for next year and we want you to know about it. Answer this quiz question to get a free Theuerkauf lanyard and be entered into a drawing for a Theuerkauf water bottle, beanie or cushion. 

 
 Flyers
 

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