Hawks' Weekly Update

Hawks' Weekly Update #30

Greetings,

These recent days have posed challenges for many in the Shadow Hills community. I have been impressed by the outpouring of support for all the families and educators who may be struggling. Although there are limits to what can be shared, I want to ensure you have access to the latest information. There will be a community meeting on Tuesday, March 5, in our auditorium at 6 pm. In addition, please see the following links for additional information:

Link to Dr. Newman’s Letter

Link to Alpine Sheriff Captain Steffen’s Letter

Thank you,

Pete Selleck

Principal

Shadow Hills Elementary School

pselleck@alpineschools.net

Step into the future with us on this episode of ‘Around Alpine Union.’ Join Dr. Rich Newman and the ASB co-presidents as we explore what the world might look like in 20 years through the eyes of our students. #FutureVision #DreamsOfTomorrow #AroundAlpineUnion"

LINK to VIDEO

If you have not already done so, please complete the "Return to AUSD Form." Please see the LINK.

The Alpine Education Foundation FREE STEAM Fair will be open to the public March 9th from 10am-1pm. Come check out the science experiments on display, vendor booths, silent auction items, food, games and more! Interested participants can still register to participate in the event at AEF4KIDS.ORG

Did you know that Alpine Union School District has a valuable online resource available to all students — the Sora digital library? Sora provides access to a diverse collection of books, including audiobooks, and can be accessed at any time. Here's how your child can make the most of this resource:

1. Accessing Sora:

• Log into their Google account

• Navigate to Clever (lower left side of Chromebook)

• Click on the Sora app

• Once in Sora, log in using your Google credentials. This is a one-time requirement, and subsequent logins will be automatic.

Note: If you're unsure about your student’s Google login information, please reach out to your child’s teacher.

2. Exploring the San Diego County Public Library:

In addition to our library, students can also access books from the San Diego County Public Library through Sora:

• After logging into Sora, click on the down arrow next to Alpine Union School District (under EXPLORE) on the top left-hand side

• Search for San Diego County Library and click on San Diego County Library Digital Media

• Choose your desired book

• Click "borrow"

• Select Alpine Union School District

• Click on the blue bar

• Click on your student's email address again

• Click on borrow again

• Access the book by clicking on “shelf” at the bottom of the screen

Please don't forget to call the school if your child is absent. You can call and leave a voicemail at (619) 445-2977 in the evening before the absence or even early before the office opening. Thank you for supporting this critical school function.

If your student is going to be absent for an extended period, please make sure to request an Independent Study Contract from the office at least one week in advance. This will ensure that your child's teacher has ample time to prepare assignments, and your student can receive attendance credit during their absence.

College Day

Monday, March 4

Wear your college t-shirt or sweatshirt

Community Forum

Tuesday, March 5 @ 6 pm

Goodwill Fundraiser

March 4 - March 18

6th Grade Orientation

Thursday, March 7 @ 6 pm

JMMS Gym

Book and a Snack on the Lawn

Friday, March 8 @ 2:30 pm

Alpine Spirit Day

Friday, March 8 (Every Friday)

Wear your Shadow Hills shirt/sweatshirt

AEF STEAM FAIR

Saturday, March 9

5th Grade Field Trip to Joan MaQueen

March 15

Spring Open House and Art Show

Thursday, March 21

Spring Break

March 25-April 5

SHES HAWKS FUN RUN

Wednesday, April 17