
Cub Connection
August 6
CELC News & Updates
Welcome CELC & MVLA Families,
The staff and I are looking forward to welcoming our returning CELC & MVLA families, and greeting our newest Cubs! Our goal this year is to return safely and remain open. We are grateful to be able to start with full time, in-person learning on the first day of school. To make the transition as smooth and as safe as possible, we have plans to move in gradual steps to help ensure longevity and a forward pace to “normalcy”. These plans are guided by the California Department of Public Health and our experience from navigating with success last year. Thank you in advance for your patience as we open up our schools!
Important Updates and Information:
The first day of school is on Wednesday, August 18th for Creekside.
MVLA “At Home Plans” can be picked up from 9:30 am to 1:30 pm on the following days: August 17th, 18th, and 19th.
The first on-site classes for MVLA begin on Wednesday, August 25.
CELC Kindergarten (K) and Transitional Kindergarten (TK) follow a minimum day schedule the first five days of school (12:15 pm). Then we move into our regular schedule beginning Wednesday, August 25. This includes an early release every Wednesday (1:35 pm). See schedules below.
Don’t forget that TK has an early release (1:35 pm) M-F until we return from winter break. Then they share the same schedule as kindergarten.
Busing is available beginning the first day of school, however, your child must be registered and fees paid before they can ride. For more information click here.
Families will be welcomed on campus to drop off and pick up their students at the classroom door and then leave immediately after.
TK and K assessments occur during the first 5 days of school. CELC teachers will contact parents to schedule assessment appointments for each student. They will be offering in-person and Zoom appointments.
Chromebook distribution for incoming Cubs or students that are new to our district may occur on your child’s assessment day or during CELC office hours. We may add an additional day and time if needed. The forms will be available in the office. We will also attach them to the next communication.
Chromebook Insurance can be purchased for $25. If your student is returning, we encourage you to renew your insurance for the 2021-22 school year.
CELC Back to School Night will be held virtually on Tuesday, August 31 at 5:45 pm. More information, including the Zoom link will be sent to parents in the coming weeks.
The district will continue to provide breakfast and lunch free of cost for all students.
Recommended student supplies/materials: backpack, refillable water bottle, lunch box, and a change of clothes.
All necessary classroom supplies will be provided by the school site. Teachers will likely send out a wish list for items they would like donated.
I know that the anticipation and excitement is increasing and families are wanting to know which teacher(s) their student will have this year. CELC class lists will be posted near the front gate on Tuesday, August 17 at 4:00pm. They will also be available to view digitally in Synergy. Please check your emails for a communication from your child’s teacher the evening of the 17th.
MVLA families will be contacted by the teachers regarding class placement and beginning of the year information.
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We will keep you updated as things change or additional information comes up. If you have any questions, please contact Stephanie Green at sgreen@alpineschools.net or 619-659-8250.
Please stay updated and informed on what is going on by checking our district and site web pages, reading the electronic weekly newsletter, checking your email, and scanning our social media pages. Our staff is also here to help if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
Tamara RIpke
CELC and MVLA Principal
Schedules
THE FIRST 5 DAYS OF SCHOOL FOR CELC ARE MINIMUM DAYS
EVERY WEDNESDAY STARTING AUGUST 25, ALL CELC TK & K WILL BE RELEASED AT 1:35 PM
MVLA’S FIRST IN-PERSON DAY IS AUGUST 25
For the safety of our Cubs and families, please use the assigned gate and leave immediately after dropping off and picking up. Gates will be locked at 9:15 am. Students arriving after 9:15 am must buzz in at the front gate.
Office Staff
Mary Barkley, Clerk
Tamara Ripke, Principal
Stephanie Green, School Secretary
Connect with Us
M-F 8:00 am to 3:30 pm
Email: sgreen@alpineschools.net
Website: https://www.alpineschools.net
Location: 8818 Harbison Canyon Road
Phone: (619) 659-8250
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Creekside-Early-Learning-Center-414783265277455/