
Sierra School Scoop
April 15 - April 19, 2024
Principal's Message...
Hi Sierra Families,
This week we begin our State Testing (CAASPP) for students. This testing begins Wednesday, April 17th and ends Friday, May 3rd. During these days please make sure that your child is getting a good night's sleep, eating a healthy breakfast, and attends school each day on time. Should you have any questions, please reach out to your child's teacher. *This is for our 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students*
Please make sure to read though our weekly newsletters as there is a lot happening these next six weeks before the end of the year.
Sincerely,
Reagan Phillips
Week At A Glance
Monday, April 15
- Early Release Monday; 1:50pm Dismissal
Tuesday, April 16
- In Honor of National Librarian Day - Dress like your favorite book character
- 1st/2nd Grade Spelling Bee Practice, 8:20-8:45 am
- After School Enrichment-Creative Dance, 3:00 pm
- 3rd/4th Grade Spelling Bee Practice, 3:00-3:30 pm
- 5th Grade Spelling Bee Practice, 3:00-3:30 pm
Wednesday, April 17
- 5th Grade CAASP Science Testing
- After School Enrichment-Directed Drawing, 3:00pm
- School Board Meeting, 6:00pm
Thursday, April 18
- 5th Grade CAASP Science Testing
- 1st/2nd Grade Spelling Bee Practice, 8:20-8:45
- After School Enrichment-Electronic Keyboard, 3:00pm
- 3rd/4th Spelling Bee Practice, 3:00-3:30 pm
- 5th Grade Spelling Bee Practice, 3:00-3:30 pm
- TEAM Sierra's Fundraiser at Paco's Tacos, 3:00-7:30pm
- Kindergarten Piggy Opera, 6:30pm
Friday, April 19
- 5th Grade CAASP Science Testing
- Spirit Day - Wear Sparky Gear and/or Green Attire
- Morning All School Stretch , 8:50 am
Click below to purchase your 2023-2024 Sierra School Yearbook!
https://link.entourageyearbooks.com/YBStore/YearbookStoreMain.asp?yearbook_id=39891
PLEASE NOTE:
Yearbooks are on sale for $25, and are only available via online preorders.
A limited supply will be available, and prices could increase if ordered after April.
Lock-in your yearbook today! ๐
****TEAM SIERRA NEWS****
We are excited to announce that our Sierra families rocked this years Read-A-Thon fundraiser!
Thank you for encouraging your students to read at home and in class. We were blown away by how many minutes were logged in class. We truly appreciate the support. Thanks again!
Students who participated AND raised money also earned Rat Bucks which can be spent in the online store. All of those who qualified should have received an email already with instructions on how to shop. We only have access until April 16th so please encourage kiddos to spend their money. Whatever is left over will not be returned to the school so better to use them up. :)
Total funds raised: $14,268
Total minutes read: 146,873
Participating students: 230
Top money raised: Limo Ride & lunch at In-N-Out
K: Kaylee H - $420
1st: Max H - Mrs. Murrow $330
2nd: Kaetlyn M - $500
3rd: Jette L - $495
4th: Cooper H - $420
5th: Ethan M - $595
Top minutes read: Ice Cream party
K: Camila V - 1,002 min.
1st: Paisley H - 3,073 min.
2nd: Kaetlyn M - 1,850 min.
3rd: Max H - 3,941 min.
4th: Lucy R - 5,835 min.
5th: Adalyne G - 3,770 min.
Class with top money raised:
Mrs. Moore $1,995 Ice cream cup party
Class with top Minutes:
Mrs. Stoffan 20,094 minutes ice cream sandwich party
Congratulations to all the winners!!
We will be in touch soon to pick a day for class parties. Thanks again for everyoneโs efforts!
Upcoming Events:
5/6 - Fun Run (Monday after state testing: water, foam, balloon arch, balance beam, jelly bracelets, noodles)
5/8-5/12 - Staff Appreciation Week
5/8 - TEAM Meeting 3:30pm
5/18 - Family Dance Night w/ Ice Cream Social & Raffle (80s neon/glow theme)
~ Stop by the TEAM shed Friday mornings for Sparky Gear. We are fully stocked with cold weather gear.
Thank you,
TEAM Sierra
Follow us on social media:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/team_sierra_/
Facebook: www.facebook.com/teamsierra
Email: TEAMSierra.Sparky@gmail.com
Sierra School Spirit Wear
Check out TEAM Sierra's online spirit wear store.
https://sierraschoolsparky.square.site/FROM THE FAMILY RESOURCE CENTER
FREE PRODUCE, CLOTHING AND DIAPERS - ALSO HOUSEHOLD SUPPLIES AND BABY FOOD WHILE SUPPLIES LAST! At the Family Resource Center on the Schnell campus, Wednesday, April 17 from 12-4pm. For families whose children attend PUSD schools.
Maternal Child and Adolescent Health (MCAH) Program helps women, children and families access care and improve their health. Services are free and include:
Assessment of health and psychosocial needs
Consultation and teaching about illness and disease
Nutritional assessment for pregnant women and children
Breastfeeding support
Advocacy for families to help them access the medical systems
Linking families with services available
Please call 530-621-6108 for more information.
ARE YOU AND YOUR FAMILY IN A TEMPORARY LIVING ARRANGEMENT? โ If you had to move out of your home and move in with others, a hotel or other temporary residence due to something urgent (such as not being able to pay rent), please contact me to see if your child qualifies for my program. I am here to help. I also provide resources for all families.
Kim Kahn
Family Resource Center/After School Enrichment Director
530-622-6244 ext. 6614
Family Resource page: www.pusdk8.us/page/family-resource-center
**CARE Solace**
Important Future Dates
April 22-26: 3rd-5th grade CAASP ELA Testing
April 26: Dragon-TASTIC Assemblies 2:00-2:20 (3rd thru 5th grade) 2:30โ2:50 (TK-2nd Grade)
April 29-May 3: 3rd-5th grade CAASP Math Testing
April 29: SuperHero Spirit Day
May 1: In honor of School Principals' Day Dress like a Principal Day
May 3: Kindergarten Right Start, 9:00am
May 6: Star Wars Spirit Day
May 6: Fun Run (Monday after state testing: water, foam, balloon arch, balance beam, jelly bracelets, noodles)
May 8: TEAM Sierra Meeting, 3:30pm
May 10: Sparky School Store
May 10: Spelling Bee
May 13: Color Wars Spirit Day
May 13: RC Cars Timed Trials during lunch Recess
May 14: RC Cars Timed Trials during lunch Recess
May 15: RC Car Races!!๐
May 15: School Board Meeting; 6:00pm
May 16: Open House & Art Showcase, 5:30-7:00pm
May 17: Dragon-TASTIC Assemblies 2:00-2:20 (3rd thru 5th grade) 2:30โ2:50 (TK-2nd Grade)
May 18: Family Dance Night w/ Ice Cream Social & Raffle (80s neon/glow theme)
May 20: Crazy Hair and Sock Day
May 21: Work-out Spirit Day
May 22: Dress Like a Tourist Spirit Day
May 23: Inside Out and Backwards Spirit Day
May 24: LAST DAY OF SCHOOL - Minimum Day, 12:30 dismissal
May 24: Aloha Spirit Day (Tentative Last Day)
May 27: Memorial Day - NO SCHOOL
MAY 29-31: No School, but possible make-up days (for emergency closure)
Proudly Supporting TK-5th Grade Students
Email: rphillips@pusdk8.us
Website: https://www.pusdk8.us/o/sierra
Location: 1100 Thompson Way, Placerville, CA, USA
Phone: (530) 622-0814
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PlacervilleSierraSchool/