Prestwood Connection
August 6, 2022
Welcome to the 2022-2023 School Year!
I am very excited to be joining the Prestwood community this year. In my short time on campus, I can already tell that that there is something very special about Prestwood. From the student artwork throughout the campus, school traditions, and Prestwood's long history in Sonoma (72 years to be exact!), Prestwood has a lot to be proud of. I am looking forward to experiencing these traditions and events throughout the school year.
Teachers are busy preparing their classrooms for students to arrive. Our first day of school is on Monday, August 15 from 8:20am - 1:15pm (1:10pm for TK/Kindergarten/1st).
Weekly Prestwood Connection Newsletter - At the end of each week, I will be sending out the Parent Connection newsletter. Each newsletter will contain information about upcoming events, school updates, and most importantly a peek into what a day in the life of a Prestwood Panther looks like.
I'm looking forward to a FANTASTIC school year ahead!
Laura Thomas
Principal
Newsletter Translation
Class Lists & Popsicle Party
Tips & tricks to have a smooth transition back to school
1. Restart Routines - Kids need time to adjust, so provide a head start. Before school starts, make bedtime earlier and dust off the alarm clock.
2. De-Stress Dressing – Encourage your student to pick out their outfit for school the night before so they easily get ready for school in the morning.
3. Establish Good Habits - Retuning to school is a great time to review good habits including: hand washing, teeth brushing, shoe tying and more!
4. Go for a Test Run - Take a trip to school and find out where the office, playground, and library are located. Don't forget about bathrooms!
Important Dates - Mark your calendars!
· August 12 - Class lists posted in front of school office at 4pm & PTO Popsicle Party at 4-5pm
· August 15 - First day of school! Early dismissal at 1:15pm (1:10pm for TK/Kindergarten)
· August 16 - Early dismissal at 1:15pm (1:10pm for TK/Kindergarten/1st)
· August 17 - Early dismissal at 1:15pm (1:10pm for TK/Kindergarten/1st)
· September 5 - Labor Day Holiday (no school)
· September 7 - Prestwood Back to School Night at 5pm
PTO News
Prestwood PTO is excited to start the new school year and is in the process of planning amazing events for the students. This is the closest to "normal" we've had in 2 years and our plan is to bring back all of our events and then some!
Be on the lookout for the PTO table at TK/Kinder Meet & Greet Day, Class Assignments/Popsicle Party on Friday, Back to School Night, and outside of your child's classroom for sign-up sheets to get involved in our many events such as Fall Carnival, Dad's Club, Jogathon, Canned Food Drive, Sweetheart Dance, Talent Show and much more!
We look forward to a fun-filled and spirited school year! Welcome back Panthers!
Come join the SVUSD Team!
Have you ever been interested in the work of a school district employee? Do you have some time on your hands and wouldn't mind making a little extra money while serving our valley's youth?
We have two opportunities for you! If you have a bachelor's degree and are interested in being a guest teacher, please contact Danielle Contreras at Dcontreras@sonomaschools.org for details! Guest teachers can earn up to $209/day and the work is quite rewarding...and regular!
In addition to guest teachers, we are seeking hardworking, dedicated, and compassionate adults to serve as classified substitutes at this time. We have experienced an increasing need as an outcome of the Pandemic and could use support in clerical work, transportation, campus supervision, student support and so much more.
If you are interested in being added to our classified employee sub-pool, please contact Ann Marie Paparelli at Apaparelli@sonomaschools.org to begin the simple process of onboarding.
These are paid positions and the compensation varies by the type of work completed.
Thank you!
Student Insurance
Prestwood Elementary School
Email: lthomas@sonomaschools.org
Website: prestwoodschool.org
Phone: 707-935-6030