BEAR TRACKS
October 10, 2021 • Updates from Roosevelt Elementary
Starting next week, all 4th- and 5th-graders will take the state test, the Smarter Balanced Assessment, in English/Language Arts and Math:
- Fall state testing is happening because last year's spring state tests were cancelled.
- Fall state tests will be shorter than normal.
- Fall state tests will be based on last year's grade level (for example, 4th-graders will take a test based on 3rd-grade standards) to measure last year's progress.
Here are the dates for this fall's Smarter Balanced Assessment:
- October 20-21: English/Language Arts
- October 27-28: Math
Please help by encouraging your child to try their best, to attend school on those 4 days, and to get a good night's sleep. Click here to access practice materials—no login needed. Contact your child's teacher on ParentSquare or call 573-1700 if you'd like more information.
Since we started the year with so many (necessary) absences, we need your help.
Absences add up for students and can make learning difficult.
- Starting in kindergarten, absences can cause children to fall behind in school.
- Missing just a 1-2 days of school each month delays reading and math skills.
Between now and Winter Break, let's make a push for strong attendance whenever possible.
- Make sure your child is at school EVERY DAY unless quarantined or having COVID symptoms.
- If quarantined and symptom-free, get a free COVID test after 5 days to return to school faster.
- If your child has to miss, send a ParentSquare message to the teacher to learn about make-up work.
- Schedule appointments after 3 pm.
Please call 573-1700 if you have attendance questions or needs. Thanks!
Build the Attendance Habit
Going to School Matters!
We thank the caretakers of this land, who have lived here and continue to live here since time immemorial. An acknowledgment is a simple, powerful way to show respect, and a step toward correcting the stories and practices that erase Indigenous people’s history and culture. It also honors the truth. As a school district, we will continue to build upon our relations with the Yakama Nation.
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Starting SOON at Roosevelt, your child can be tested for COVID-19 at no cost each week!
- Every Thursday from 11 am - 12 pm, trained professionals from the Premier Medical Group will conduct the testing using the rapid antigen test.
- The rapid antigen test is a shallow nasal swab
- Results are texted to parents in 15 minutes.
- Testing is optional and requires parent registration. Click here to register your child.
- Do not come to school sick to be tested. If you're sick and need a COVID test, go to the YSD Student Family Center Testing Site (105 N. 4th Ave on Mondays - Fridays from 1:00 - 5:00 pm).
Here's what colleague Mrs. Cheryl Tucker wrote when nominating Mrs. Mason:
- I am very happy to pass the Bear Award on to our fantastic counselor Lupita Mason. She always has a smile on her face. Mrs. Mason is such a dedicated person to our students here at Roosevelt. She spends countless extra hours working with kiddos families and the Yakima community. She is an amazing person. Thanks for all the help this year supporting students in our gym before school!
This week, your child continues to learn from Second Step® Elementary, a research-based social-emotional learning program that builds children’s social-emotional skills.
This week, your child is building skills for Growth Mindset & Goal-Setting. Your child is learning how to handle mistakes, adjust goals, and manage unhelpful thoughts.
Check out this chart to learn more about this week's Second Step lesson, PLUS a skill that you can try at home!
After-school programs
Yakima Parks and Recreation hosts Beyond the Bell, with children riding a bus from Roosevelt to the program every day after school.
Internet Funding for Roosevelt families
Haga clic para ver en español. Help is here—a new FCC program to help families afford internet! The program includes up to $50 per month toward broadband service and a 1-time discount up to $100 to purchase a computer. Get more info here (English or Spanish) or at the EBB website.
ParentSquare Attendance Notices
Haga clic aquí para leer en español ParentSquare sends you automatic attendance notices for unexcused absences. Please click to send a private note back to the school to excuse absences, or call 573-1700 with attendance questions. Click here to learn more ParentSquare basics, and download the app for more features (Google Play or iPhone)
Birthday Treats
PBIS—Positive Behavior Supports
Click para leer en español Roosevelt's PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports) is how we work together to build a positive, supportive school that leads to academic, behavioral, and social-emotional success. Please call our MTSS Specialist, Mr. Joshua Alexander, at 573-1783 with any questions about how we can support your child at school.
After-School Programs
Yakima Parks and Recreation hosts Beyond the Bell, with children riding a bus from Roosevelt to the program every day after school.
FREE Parenting Classes
Haga clic para ver en español. YOU'RE INVITED to a parenting class to help you educate your child to do better in school and in life by learning 8 helpful techniques! Receive free children’s books for each session attended. Questions? Please contact our counselor, Mrs. Lupita Mason (573-1714) or Berenize at Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic (865-6175 Ext. 3681)
Attend Today—Achieve Tomorrow!
Free Dental Care—FORMS DUE
Stay Home if Sick
Symptoms Flowchart
It's hard to know when to keep your child home and for how long. Our COVID-19 Student Symptom Flow Chart can help you know when to keep children home from school. Questions? Call 573-1712.
Free Testing!
Afternoon Dismissal
Thank you for cutting our dismissal time in 1/2!! Please show your car tag so we can quickly deliver your child to your car. Call 573-1700 if you need a new tag. Arrive early (3:05) if you have children ONLY in K or 1st grade. Avoid the rush--wait to pick up older children at 3:20. Also, save time by parking nearby and walking walk 1 block to pick up your child.
Arrival and Bus Procedures
Read our arrival/dismissal procedures in English or Spanish.
Starting at 8:15, children can exit the car independently at the pick-up curb if able. We’ll direct your child to the appropriate area. Make any bus changes by phone (573-1700) or in writing before 12 pm to ensure your child’s safety.
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Roosevelt Student Handbook
Join the Roosevelt Booster Club!
Get involved in the Roosevelt Booster Club! Sign up here by filling out a quick interest form. Or, email our current president, Mrs. Linsey Bailey, with any questions.
Roosevelt Schedule
YSD Student, Parent, and Staff Handbook
Each year the Yakima School District sends the Student, Parent, and Staff Handbook to families of our students and to staff. Please review it to learn up-to-date information regarding the rights and responsibilities of students, parents, staff, and the school district.
Character Education
YSD Mobile Vaccine Clinics
YSD is hosting mobile vaccine clinics at various school locations in partnership with the Yakima Health District and other community groups for anyone over the age of 12.
Updates for YSD Parents/Guardians
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Roosevelt Elementary School
Email: smith.nancy@yakimaschools.org
Website: yakimaschools.org/Roosevelt
Location: 120 North 16th Avenue, Yakima, WA, USA
Phone: (509) 573-1701