Cub Connection
December 13
CELC Weekly Updates
Happy Sunday CELC families! It is hard to believe that we only have one week of school left before our holiday break. Although the "normal" holiday activities are not buzzing on campus as usual, I am thankful to hear and see the students enjoying school and socializing with their friends!
A huge thank you to the staff, students, and parents who were patient and understanding during our false fire alarm at dismissal on Friday. I was so impressed with the sense of calm as the office staff and I went through our emergency protocols. All of our practice was put to work. The staff and teachers followed all safety procedures perfectly! I am so proud of their response. FYI- microwave popcorn may have to be removed from the staff's snack list :). Thank you to the parents that trusted in the process and waited outside the gate until we were able to open it up.
Please review the updates and reminders below to help keep you informed about what is happening on campus and in the district:
- School pictures are this week: Tuesday for A group and Thursday for B group.
- If you are interested in purchasing something from the CELC Wish List, please visit https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3SFKL6ROWON5R?ref_=wl_share.
- Please report all absences to the office. We are required to trace all absences. Illnesses may require a 10-14 day stay at home. All students that are out for any reason will be temporarily assigned to distance learning. They can receive credit for their time off campus if they complete work online.
- Every Monday is College Spirit Day. Wear your favorite college shirt!
- Join us for VIRTUAL FUN FRIDAYS. This Friday, December 18 is " Holiday Shirt Day". Wear your favorite holiday shirt. Share pictures on social media using #virtualfunfriday
- The district is still providing free wifi access at CELC, SHES, JMMS, and BOES. Just park in the lot and log in. The wifi name is AlpineUnited and no password is needed.
- The district has tech support available to parents. Please email helpdesk@alpineschools.net with your technology questions.
- EAK begins Tuesday, January 19, 2021.
- Our Dual Language Fee-based Preschool Program is scheduled to re-open on January 19, 2021.
- AUSD is hiring. Please check out https://www.edjoin.org/alpineschools for job postings. Also see the flyer below regarding our increase in pay for substitute teachers. This increase is effective immediately.
- Thank you to those who ordered from Square One Art! If you haven't ordered, it is not too late; however, you will receive your purchases after Christmas.
- Our winter holiday break begins on Monday, December 21. We return to school on Monday, January 4.
We are looking forward to a fun-filled week! Don't forget to wear your college shirt tomorrow and your holiday shirt on Friday.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Ripke
Free COVID -19 Testing
Our next COVID-19 and flu shot drive through will be on Wednesday, December 16 from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm at JMMS. This is free for anyone!
Important Dates
12/15 AUSD Board Meeting 6:15 pm
12/15 & 12/17 CELC Picture Day
12/21 Winter Break Begins
1/4 Return to School After Break
1/18 Martin Luther King Jr.Holiday- NO SCHOOL
1/19 Beginning of Phase 3
CELC Office Staff
Mary Barkley, Clerk
Tamara Ripke, Principal
Charlene Brown, School Secretary
Connect with CELC
M-F 8:00 am to 3:30 pm by appointment
Please note that the office will be closed and locked during drop off and pick up in order for the staff to help with students. Please call or email us with questions, concerns, or to make an appointment when we can assist you.
Email: cbrown@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/