River Rafter News

Please note that all items on the menu are subject to change due to continued supply chain issues. In spite of these challenges, we endeavor to provide our students with nutritionally balanced meals that both appeal to their palates and encourage healthful choices. Thank you for your continued patience and understanding.

The Community Liaisons are your connection to resources, volunteer opportunities, and are here to assist families and caregivers in navigating the school district - all to improve student outcomes.

There is no small part in what you can contribute. Complete our volunteer interest form to sign up for activities you can take part in. The school Community Liaison will connect with you to review the Volunteer Handbook and begin the onboarding process (see to page 5). If you are interested, you may pick up the volunteer application and forms in our main office. For information and frequently asked questions, please visit the Volunteer Opportunities webpage.

If you have volunteer questions, please contact Teresa Lozano, Community Liaison via email at or phone at (310) 675-9134 Extension 59207.

The English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC) is a parent group that advises and assists the principal, staff and School Site Council (SSC) in developing school programs for English learners, Single School Plan for Student Achievement (SPSA), school needs assessments and school site annual language census.

If you are interested in being part of the Mark Twain School ELAC or would like to nominate someone else, please complete this nomination form by Tuesday, October 4, 2022.

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, we invite our families to join us on Thursday, October 13 at 6:00 p.m. for our Hispanic Heritage Movie Night!

Movie Featured: Vivo (Disney)

Our October parent conferences are approaching and we encourage our families to mark their calendar! More information will be provided by teachers

• Parent Conferences: October 12 - October 14

• Minimum Days: October 12 and October 13

• No School: October 14

Please note that school will resume on Monday, October 17

Hispanic Heritage Month takes place September 15 to October 15 every year as a time to recognize and celebrate the many contributions, diverse cultures, and extensive histories of the American Latino community. Browse through the information and resources available on the National Hispanic Heritage Month website!

We also encourage families to visit our virtual library to read a book a night and learn about the culture!

We are excited to begin a new year with new possibilities for success. Attendance is a vital component of your child’s success in school. 80% of student success in school begins with showing up and there is strong evidence that school attendance makes a difference. We encourage students to arrive when our gates open for breakfast at 8 :00 A.M. to ensure they are on time, have breakfast, and are able to play before the bell rings at 8:30 A.M.

If your student(s) cannot attend school, please notify the front office via phone at (310) 675-9134 between 07:45 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. or by completing the Student Absence Form.

Ms. Tucker Flipbook contains resources and supports for our students!

To read the flipbook or learn more about counseling and SEL/community resources, visit our Resources webpage!

Mark Twain PTA would like to invite you to join us every Friday morning for our Mileage Club! Families can stay to walk or run with their students from 7:45 a.m.-8:15 a.m.

PTA will have waivers for families to complete. Volunteer waiver also available for future events, must be an active PTA member to volunteer.

Click here to join the Mark Twain PTA today!

Zoom Meeting Link: https://us05web.zoom.us/j/84159658524?pwd=Z0xQemxrUnJOT3BYZWY3Z2FsQ2FEUT09

Students, parents, grandparents, guardians, extended family, and even community members are welcome to join in with helping to provide valuable programs to the students at Mark Twain.

• You show your children that school matters and that you are invested in their success.
• By joining, you are supporting valuable programs and services being delivered at your school.
• You partner with the principal, teachers and staff to make your child's school safe, welcoming, a hub of learning and a fun place to be.
• You share in campus events and experiences that make your child's school day more memorable!
• You connect with other parents and become part of the California State PTA and National PTA (Largest and most powerful children's advocacy organization in the country.
• You help make sure parents and family voices are heard with important decisions that affect your school.

Complete the online registration today!

If you have any questions, please contact Teresa Lozano, Community Liaison

(310) 675-9134 ext 59207