Family Inquirer

Welcome to Week 34! May Character Trait is "Respect Yourself and Others"

If you think April was a busy month...get ready for May activities. There is so much to celebrate!

There are only a few weeks left until the end of the school year. Please continue to send your children to school every day and on time.

Our weekly photo above is from the "Cats" Mini Showcase" presented by View Park High School, Performing Arts Department. Our students enjoyed the performance. Be prepared for some of your children coming home and asking to see the entire performance next week at the The Miracle Theatre, Friday, 5/12 & Saturday, 5/13.

Our 3rd - 5th grade students will be participating in the SBAC testing beginning the week of May 15th. Please ensure they get plenty of rest and eat healthy. We want their minds sharp and alert for testing. We also need your assistance with donations for healthy snacks during the weeks of SBAC testing. You should have received a list of items from your child's teacher and you can always call the main office for suggestions.

Teacher Appreciation Week: This is the time when students and families come together to celebrate our hard working teachers and staff by showing their appreciation for all that they do every day to ensure your child receives a quality education. Let's show them how much we appreciation their commitment to your children.

SBAC Rally Week: This week will be our week to prepare our 3rd-5th grade students for the upcoming SBAC testing. All of the students will rally around them and encourage them to do their best every day during testing. Please ensure your child gets plenty of rest and arrives at school each day with a positive attitude and ready for testing.

Family Night: Please be sure to attend our last Family Night this year. You will get some time to meet with the teachers in the next grade level. Get information from the teachers themselves, about how to help your children be successful next year! Light refreshments and lots of important information shared with you regarding the end of the school year also. If you haven't completed the ETM survey, you will have a chance to complete it during Family night. Your feedback is ALWAYS welcomed and valued.

2023-2024 Enrollment: Our kindergarten class is closed for next year, however, we are still looking for new TK students. The eligibility deadline has been extended to April 2, 2024. If you know anyone who would like to enroll their child and they will turn 5 years old by April 2nd, please encourage them to enroll now. We have limited space open in our 1st-5th grades as well. Please call the main office if you have any questions regarding enrollment.

Meet & Greet/Orientation: This year orientation will be a family affair. Mark your calendars for Saturday, July 22nd, 9am - 1pm. This will be a day where you will be able to complete those summer packets everyone loves to do:) It is also the time to meet and greet other IILA families and staff. There will be lots of food, fun and conversation. We're excited to begin another great school year with everyone. Flyers will go home this month with more information.

Please read the entire newsletter for more IILA activities.

Have a great week.

IILA...Grow Together! ---Thrive Together!

May:

8th-12th—Teacher Appreciation Week

8th-12th—SBAC/CAST Testing Rally Week

9th—Family Night 5:30PM | SOTM (ETM)

9th—PAC | Parent Ambassador Mtg. 5PM

12th - 13th: ICEF Spring Musical

15th-June 2nd—SBAC/CAST Testing

19th—Spirit Day (Twin Day)

24th—STAR Character Breakfast

26th—Annual STEM Night

26th—Fun Friday Event

29th—Memorial Day/No School

30th—ELAC/DELAC Mtg. 8:15AM

Feel free to contact the main office if you have any questions regarding the school calendar.

2nd Grade:

1st Place - Valeria Analco - Question - Which crayon melts the fastest; dark or light?

2nd Place - Jatsiri Diaz de Medici - Question - Which chocolate bar brand melts faster in the sun?

3rd Place - Leah Chavez - Question - Which lightens stains better; vinegar or lemon juice?

3rd Grade:

1st Place - Mahari Parham-Hardy - Question - What kind of gum keeps its flavor the longest; sugar free or regular?

2nd Place - Ashley Contreras - Question - How does the temperature of water affect the time it takes to freeze into ice cubes?

3rd Place - Melanie Rivera - Question - Which mouthwash will clean teeth better?

4th Grade:

1st Place - Sherrod Lewis - Question - Which type of onion, yellow, white, red, or sweet makes you cry the most when cutting it?

2nd Place - Sarith Garzon - Question - Cual toalla de cocina es mas adecuada para el aseo del uso domestico?

3rd Place - Levie Liverman - Question - How does video games affect hand eye coordination?

5th Grade:

1st Place - Savannah Miser - Question - Can blindfolded people tell the difference between bottled and tap water?

2nd Place - Lyric Anderson Baker - Question - Will the rain get through the water?

3rd Place - Mai'Joy Jenson - Question - What melts ice faster; sand, salt, or cat litter?

Every Student, Every Day

We have a limited number of yearbooks available. Don't lose out..order today! We have a copy in the main office if you would like to browse a few pages. The cost is $25 and will be available the last day of school. Contact Ms. Jewell for more information.

Do you have a senior in high school?

They may be eligible for $500 and more for college or career studies from California State funds - "CALKIDS" . Do you need help completing their FAFSA application? Contact Ms. Jewell via dojo or call her in the main office for more information.

Metro Tap Passes: The current passes will expire on August 1st. If we are able to provide future passes, we will let you know before July 31st.

Need help? Call or email Ms. Jewell, Community Schools Coordinator.

Jewell Pearson

Community Schools Coordinator/Foster and Homeless Liaison

Email: jpearson@icefps.org
Website: http://icefps.org/
Location: 5029 S. Vermont Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90037
Phone: (323) 298-6442 (323) 422-3184 (cell)