SANTA RITA - SAVE THE DATE!
June 2 - Field Day and Minimum Day Dismissal: 12:15 (TK, 1-6) 12 (K)
June 2 - Shrek the Musical Jr - 7pm at Almond Elementary- purchase tickets here
June 3 - Shrek the Musical Jr - 2 pm at Almond Elementary- purchase tickets here
June 6 - Science Olympiad: Sign up to volunteer
June 7 - PE Water Day (4th-6th Grade)- more information below
June 8 - Last Day of School - 6th grade Graduation
Dismissal 11:30
Medication Reminder: Pick Up Student's Medication
A reminder that if your child has medications/health supplies at school that must be picked up on June 8, 2023 from the office. We cannot store medications over the summer. If you are leaving before school ends, please pick up medications early. An adult must pick up medication.
Dear Bobcat Families,
There will not be an assembly tomorrow morning so we can start Field Day right away. Be sure to wear tennis shoes!
**Please remember that tomorrow is a minimum day. Dismissal will be at 12:15 for all grades except Kindergarten at 12:00.
It is hard to believe we have come to the end of another school year.
I want to graciously thank you all for your support throughout this entire year. I am confident in saying we have done some great things for children this year and are looking forward to doing greater things next year. We are soundly committed to your children and ensuring that each of them reaches their fullest potential.
On behalf of our entire staff, I wish you all a wonderful summer season ahead and look forward to seeing everybody once again in August. For those of you who are leaving Santa Rita, I wish you and your children prosperity and a wealth of happiness. For sure, you will be missed.
6th Grade Promotion
As we come to the close of another school year, our 6th grade students and teachers, the Santa Rita Class of 2023, are busy preparing for their Promotion Ceremony which will be held on Thursday, June 8th, at 9:00 am in the Sixth Grade Park. The families of our 6th grade students are invited to attend. A reception will be held immediately after the ceremony.
District calendar for the 2023-24 school year.
I will send out a separate S'more tomorrow with Staff Listings for next year.
Stay Bobcat Strong!
Kelly Rafferty
Principal
IT’S BACK: P.E. 4th-6th GRADE WATER DAY-WEDNESDAY, JUNE 7!
FINALLY!!! The return of the annual P.E. WATER DAY, which has been canceled for many years due to the drought and pandemic. Weather permitting, 4th-6th grade students will engage in fun water activities during PE class.
Students should bring:
1. Swimsuit OR Change of clothes (remember underwear and socks!)
Swimsuit OR swimsuit+shorts+ t-shirt combo should cover the body from shoulders to mid-thigh. Swimsuits that do not cover the body as outlined (i.e. bikinis, “speedo”-type trunks) will not be allowed for Water Day.
(6th grade students who choose to wear a swimsuit should wear their swimsuit to school under their clothes, as there will be no time to change before PE class)
2. Towel
3. Sunscreen
4. Extra pair of old shoes, water shoes, or sandals.
NO flip-flops or sandals without a heel strap. Crocs ok.
5. Goggles (optional), for those who do not want water in their eyes.
There will be an alternate activity for students who do not want to get wet.
We Need Your Help!
Calling all parents! We need your help filling a handful of remaining school roles. By offering your time you can have a direct impact on your child's educational experience, strengthen our school community and help make Santa Rita the best it can be for our Bobcats! Several roles are incredibly flexible, can be done remotely and only require a few hours a year! So, take the leap and discover how a few hours of your time can make a world of difference in your child's school life!
For more information or to jump in, contact Amber at amber@santaritapta.org
International Liaison Co - Chair: Looking for a rewarding role that involves engaging with diverse communities and cultures? Join the team as an international liaison and International Week coordinator and help us create a vibrant, welcoming environment for students from all over the world.
Marquee Communication Manager
Update the school marquee with school announcements and birthdays. A great opportunity to volunteer remotely. ~ 1 hour/week.
Campus Beautification-
Are you a handy person or love to garden? Help with small projects at Santa Rita and organize 2-3 school clean-ups. ~ 1-2 hrs/month
Enrichment (After School) Liaison
Perfect for the person who wants to do volunteer work from home - work with the after school programs to help get communication out to families ~ 2-3 hours each trimester.
Glow Party Co-Chair
A new and exciting event that will take place Spring 2024. A glow in the dark party for parents and kids to attend together! 10-15 hours of event prep.
Los Altos Educational Foundation (LAEF) board member is a linchpin between the Santa Rita (SR) parent community and the Los Altos School District (LASD), who represents SR families to provide feedback to LASD and communicate LAEF funded programs to SR community. The role includes fundraising activities, working committee(s) participation and monthly board meeting attendance. Time commitment is approximately 6 hours per month on average.
Lost and Found
Before big breaks lay items out on tables for collection and occasionally donate unclaimed items to Goodwill. ~ 3-4 hours/year
Pet Parade
Do you love the Los Altos Pet Parade? Organize the Santa Rita march. Coordinate meeting location with parade planners and lead the group. ~3-4 hrs total.
Striders
Love to encourage physical activity? Our striders program will be back next year during lunch - come 12:15 - 12:45 1x per week or coordinate volunteers to and encourage kids to run! ~ 1hr/week
International Day Co-Chair
Work alongside our returning chair to run one of the most loved events on campus. Help coordinate student performances, volunteers and logistics of the event. ~ 20 hours total.
CENG Free Online Summer Coding Classes: Registration Now Open
Give your child a head start this summer with our free online coding classes for 3rd - 12th-grade students. Our trained CENG high school volunteers offer a variety of courses including, Minecraft, Roblox, Java AP CS, Web Design, Machine Learning in Python, Scratch, JavaScript, and Python.
Our instructors will guide your child through each course, teaching them essential coding skills and problem-solving techniques and encouraging creativity. Our classes are designed to be fun and interactive, providing an engaging experience for your child while they learn valuable skills that will benefit them in the future.
Sign up now for our free summer coding classes at cengclass.org. Computer Engineers of the Next Generation is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) that aims at inspiring underrepresented students to pursue an interest in computer science. Questions? Contact cengclass@gmail.com.
Se abre la inscripción para las clases gratuitas de codificación de verano en línea de CENG para estudiantes de 3.° a 12.° grado
Dele a su hijo una ventaja este verano con nuestras clases gratuitas de codificación en línea para estudiantes de 3.º a 12.º grado. Nuestros voluntarios capacitados de la escuela secundaria CENG ofrecen una variedad de cursos que incluyen Minecraft, Roblox, Java AP CS, diseño web, aprendizaje automático en Python, Scratch, JavaScript y Python.
Nuestros instructores guiarán a su hijo a través de cada curso, enseñándoles habilidades esenciales de codificación y técnicas de resolución de problemas y fomentando la creatividad. Nuestras clases están diseñadas para ser divertidas e interactivas, brindando una experiencia atractiva para su hijo mientras aprende habilidades valiosas que lo beneficiarán en el futuro.
Regístrese ahora para nuestras clases gratuitas de codificación de verano en cengclass.org Computer Engineers of the Next Generation es una organización 501(c)(3) sin fines de lucro que tiene como objetivo inspirar a los estudiantes subrepresentados a interesarse en las ciencias de la computación. ¿Preguntas? Póngase en contacto con cengclass@gmail.com.
Universal Meals Program: June Menus
Our new Universal Meals program will be available for a Grab and Go breakfast between 8:10-8:25, from our new Servery Window (By the lunch tables near the Multi) and eat at the tables. If they do not finish, they can save it until recess time.
Monthly Menus will be published on the Santa Rita school website
If you have a special diet please email santaritasecretary@lasdschools.org and ask for a form to fill out. Please review the menu with your student. NUTRITION SERVICES FAQ - If you have questions, please add them to this document.
Santa Rita School
Email: krafferty@lasdschools.org
Website: https://www.santaritaschool.org
Location: 700 Los Altos Avenue, Los Altos, CA, USA
Phone: (650)559-1600
Facebook: santaritaPTA
Twitter: @BobcatsSR
