The Gompers GATOR Bulletin 9/30/19
#thisiswhywedothis..#180daysofwhy..#students
Notes from Dr. Miller
Dear Gompers K8 Parent Community,
Our first K-8 Guidelines for Success - GREEN/Student of the Month Assembly is this Monday, 9/30....soooo excited to celebrate the Gators who are exemplifying all the traits of our community expectations. Gompers is goingggggg G - R - E - E - N! (Please note if your child is being recognized information has been given to the family by the teacher).
As a working parent myself, I know the struggles of the morning rush to get students up and self out of the door. However, we/Gompers are accumulating toooooooooo many tardies for this to be the 20th day of school. Please ensure your students arrive prior to the bell. Learning begins in the classroom @ 8:55 for Middle School, 9:00 for ES (early Kinders - 5th grade) and 10:40 (late Kinders).
Fall fundraisers fun " COOP" season is here....I am ready to trade some "coops". Thank you, families, for supporting our PTA school's fundraising efforts. PTA directly enhances many enrichment programs at our site.
As we continue to work...please note that supervision of students does not begin until 8:15 each day. Students who arrive earlier than that are not supervised by the school. Please ensure your child's safety by dropping off at the times specified times for supervision: 8:15. Continue to know that safety and security are key for the students and well-being of the learning environment.
Lastly, I hope to see you next week at Dr. Miller's Coffee Hour; Friday, October 11 @ 9:30am. An opportunity to chat with the principal, learn about the school's instructional goals and ways and avenue you can help support at home with learning.
Do you know our school's "new" spirit song?
Respectfully,
Dr. Damita Myers-Miller - dmyersmiller@lbschools.net
#studentsaremywhy #180daysofwhy #thisiswhywedothis
SSC Representative Election on Monday, September 30
Please come by the office and vote for your parent representatives:
Jean Henshall
Hortencia Sanchez
Edith Chau
Click the embedded link to view agenda
8th Grade - High School Choice process begins: Tuesday October 1
8th-grade families its already that time to begin preparing for high school. An official announcement will be sent to all parents/families from district/central office.
Parents come and learn about LBUSD's High School and School Pathways at the Choice Fairs:
High School Fair & Summits
Oct. 19, Cabrillo from 9-12
Nov. 2, McBride from 9-12
**the same information will be disseminated at both**
All of the high school's counselors will be in attendance to answer questions in order for parents to make an informed decision on high school opportunities.
10/2 Washington/DC Trip Informational - Explore the Nation's Capitol
Come and learn about an exciting field trip opportunity for your child. Each year thousands of student convene upon the steps of the capital of our nation and learn first hand about the federal government and see many national landmarks. We are fortunate that we get to offer this opportunity to our students at Gompers.
When: Wed, Oct, 2
Where: Library
Time: 6pm
This meeting will be conducted by Ms. Primrose.
October 11, Skate Night
Time: 7 to 9pm
Where: The Rinks in Lakewood on Carson Street
Cost: $15
It is a fundraiser so proceeds come back to the school.
8th PSAT - October 17, 2019
8th grade students are getting ready for High School and College Readiness. All 8th grade stduents across LBUSD will take the PSAT, a college readiness exam that will give them information on how to get prepared for college and career opportunities.
Parents support your 8th grade stduents success by ensuring:
They are:
* Not absent
* On time @ 8:45
* Eat breakfast
* Be ready to work and persevere to do their PERSONAL BEST
PTA says..THANK you for supporting Eat's Out at Baja Sonora
Let's support our Fall PTA fundraiser and raise money for our school's PTA enrichment programs
#PTASTRONG...Join the PTA
Did you know the GOMPERS PTA is one of the strongest in LBUSD and is seen as a model for other schools?
PTA Memberships:
$10 per member.....our goal is 600 memberships this year Membership incentive ends 9/30:
3 memberships = 1 free Tshirt, 5 membership - 2 free T-shirts
https://jointotem.com/ca/lakewood/gompers-k-8-pta/join/register
PTA news can be found on:
1. Gompers PTA website
2. Gompers Facebook Page
https://www.facebook.com/GompersPTA
3. Gompers email: gomperspts@lbschools.net
Our school functions GREATER for students when we are all working COLLABORATIVELY for its SUCCESS!!
GATOR PRIDE = GATOR SPIRIT WEAR!!!
Rm 15 - Student Store "every" Thursday @ 2:30
PTA sells spirit wear: Tshirt & Hoodies and even School Supplies
Please Read the information carefully thanks: Gompers and LBUSD news
VIPS are needed...FREE TB Testing to support application process
VIPS:
Free TB testing is available for VIPS at Tucker on Tuesday, October 29 from 9-1 and Wednesday, October 30 from 1-5.
Application Link:
http://www.lbschools.net/Asset/Files/EACCR/VIPS/2019/VIPS-App-Gen-Rev-Aug-2019-EN.pdf
Once application is complete please submit to office.
CROSSWALKS are to be used at all times for pedestrain safety. Use them it is not safe to cross without them!!
Safety and Security for Drop Off and PickUp
Student/Morning Drop Off Off -
Campus Supervision of students does not begin until 8:15 each morning. Students should enter through the playground entrance on Dunrobin Ave.
Afternoon PickUp -
All gates are open for exiting until 3:30 pm
Dunrobin gate
Briercrest gate
Campus supervision of student ends at 4:00 pm Playground closes at 4:00.
Kindergarten PARENTS-
Please do not double park. Lakewood Sherrif will be issuing tickets. Our neighbors on Briecrest have concerns and are contacting authorities. Please park safely to drop off your Kiner student and pick up your child.
Cross Walks is the law:
Please use the crosswalks to ensure pedestrian safety in crossing the street. Lakewood has a city ordinance on pedestrian safety and use of crosswalk. Please adhere to safety measures for your child.
Eat Lunch with your child on Fridays
1. Sign in at the office
2. Receive a visitors sticker
3. Wait for your child at the benches with the lunch
4. Lunch Times:
1st - 11:25, 2nd & 3rd grade 11:35, 4th grade -11:45 and 5th grade 11:55, MS - 12:46
Please, No drop off of "special" lunches on Fridays, parents with the child for lunch..thanks!
Student Meal Program Information
1. New online MEAL application for free and reduced: Click the embedded link:
https://longbeach.rocketscanapps.com
2. Paid MEAL Click the embedded link to upload money to your child's account:
Families needing additional support - access information in file below
Scholarly Dress - is in EFFECT, Change OUTS beginning - 11/1
Tops - Collard Shirts: Red, White, and Blue "uniform" Shirts
Bottom - Uniform pants/shorts (Khaki and Blue), No Jeans
Outwear - School Spirit Hoddies/Sweatshirts is highly preferred
Daily School Uniforms - Monday - Friday
School Uniform Spirit Days is Friday!-
Gator Nation Day - Wear your Gator T-SHIRT & Blue Jeans (Friday ONLY)
SPIRIT WEEK and "special" SPIRIT Days will be announced throughout the year.
Digital Devices and Cellphones
Food and Lunch Deliveries
The Office Cannot Accept Lunch, online food or Birthday Deliveries
Students Are Not Permitted To Bring Balloons, Birthday Signs, Cakes, Gifts, Toys, Stuffed Animals, Etc.
Classrooms will not be permitted to do birthday celebrations during the instructional day
Students Are Not Allowed To Sell Snack Items, Such As Chips, Chocolates Or Any Other Candy On Campus.
Boys Football Game
Game Held at Bancroft
Time: 4:30 pm
Ms Sports Program
#GATORPRIDE
and let's root for a
V-I-C-T-O_R_Y!!!!
Girls Volleyball Game
Game held at Bancroft
Time: 4:30 pm
Sept. 30 - Oct. 4
30 - K8 Celebration/Student of Month - Assembly: 9:05 am -
(Select Students)
October
1 - SSC/ELAC Meetings @ 3:30
2 - Washington DC Trip Information @ 6:00
October 7 - 11
11 - Dr. Miler's Coffee Hour @ 9:30
Upcoming
14 - MS SPORTS - @ Franklin 4:30
15 - SSC Meeting @ 3:30
15 - ELAC Meeting @ 3:00
16 - MS SPORTS - @ Newcomb 5:00
23 - Unity Day - United Against Bullying "Wear Orange"
23 - Bullying Presentation to parents @ 3:30
23 - 31 - Red Ribbon Week and School Spirit Days
LBUSD News
10/7 - DELAC - MLK Park - 9:30am
10/10 - Superintendents Forum - Hughes Way - 9:30 am
LBUSD Parent Forum meetings:
http://www.lbschools.net/Departments/Parent_U/calendar.cfm
LBUSD has reason to Celebrate video: