Jensen Ranch
January 21, 2020
Jensen Jaguar Families!
We are quickly moving through the month of January. This Friday we will host our annual Geography Bee and the following Friday we will hold our 2nd annual Lunar New Year Parade at Friday Flag. Friday, 1/31 is also our January Spirit Day celebrating Disney! You are welcome to join us for these special events.
If your student is not currently meeting 2nd-trimester benchmarks, they should have received a Progress Reports or updated Individualized Learning Plans (ILP's). Please stay in touch with your child's teacher to maintain a strong partnership to support your child this school year.
In the next month, Jensen will be completing our Green School's application with CVSAN. Please take a look at the information found in this week's Round-Up for ways you can support our Green School program! If you are interested in participating in any of the Green School's activities through CVSAN in February, please see the information below. We can earn extra points in our application if our Jensen families participate in the CVSAN February activities. Extra points equal extra dollars for Jensen!
Enrollment for next school year (2020-2021) will begin in February. The district is moving some enroll dates up. Updates to the enrollment schedule will be shared in the Round-Up.
Some Updates/Reminders:
Th., 1/23 PTA Skate Night at Golden Skate in San Ramon
Fri., 1/24 Friday Flag 8:10-8:30 (weather permitting)
Fri., 1/24 Annual Geography Bee Grades 4, 5 8:30 - 9:30 a.m. in MPR
Th., 1/30 100th Day of School
Fri., 1/31 Lunar New Year Parade @ Friday Flag - Happy Year of the Rat!
Fri., 1/31 Spirit Day - Disney
Please save the following links:
School Website https://jensenranch.cv.k12.ca.us/
Jensen PTA Website http://jensenranchpta.us/
Facebook @lisamacleanprincipal and @JensenRanchPTA
Twitter @JensenJaguars
In Partnership-
Ms. MacLean, Principal
Jensen's Spelling Bee Finalists!
Congratulations to all our 4th and 5th-grade spelling contestants who participated in our schoolwide Spelling Bee last Wednesday morning. Each student competed with grace and confidence. In the end, we had two finalists who will compete at the Castro Valley USD Spelling Bee for 4th-6th grade students. Daniil N. and Tvisha G., both 5th graders, will represent Jensen Ranch at the district bee on Tues., February 4th starting at 6:30 p.m. at Canyon Middle School. Come cheer our students on!
Geography Bee (4th-5th Grade)
Good luck to our contestants!
Support Jensen's Green Team in February!
Help Jensen Ranch get credit for participating in one or more of the following activities! If you do attend, please notify Principal MacLean so that we can record your participation!
Earn Points Towards Green Ribbon at Zero Waste Week!
- Families from your school can earn points by participating in our Fruit Gleaning event from 3:30-5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, February 5th, 2020 (GR activity 1.12) Families with extra fruit on their front yard trees can volunteer their trees to be “gleaned” (picked of excess fruit) and any family can volunteer to help pick the fruit! All fruit collected is donated to Castro Valley food pantries to help those in need. Donating trees to be gleaned counts as additional Green Ribbon credit in the write-in section under Reduce (GR activity 1.16)! Contact jordan@cvsan.org to volunteer a tree!
- Join us at our Zero Waste Cooking Workshop from 5:00-6:30 p.m. on Thursday, February 6th, 2020 to earn Green Ribbon credit in the write-in section under Rot (GR activity 4.16)! Registration (required) will be up soon at www.cvsan.org/ZeroWasteWeek.
- A great way to earn Green Ribbon credit in the write-in section under Reuse (GR activity 2.17) is by attending our film screening of “The True Cost” (3+ families) on the evening of Friday, February 7th, 2020 from 6:30-8:30 p.m.! This riveting film explores the environmental consequences associated with fast fashion. Food and refreshments will be provided. Visit https://truecostcvsan.brownpapertickets.com/ for more details and to register.
- Learn how to repair your broken items at our Fixit Clinic from 1:00-4:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 8th, 2020 (GR activity 2.16). This year’s clinic will have a special focus on fixing bikes! Know some handy parents or students at your school? We are also recruiting coaches for our Fixit Clinic, which is another way to earn additional Green Ribbon credit in the write-in section under Reuse (GR activity 2.17)! Contact emmanuel@cvsan.org to volunteer as a Fixit Coach and/or register for the event.
Attendance Reporting
Please notify the office every day your child is absent. Absences should be cleared within 48 hours.
Call Jensen Ranch at 510-537-6365
- press 0 to speak to the office
- press 1 to leave an attendance message (24hrs/day, 7 days a week)
Let us know your student’s name, room #, date of absence, your relationship to the student, the
reason for the absence and your phone number.
Checking Attendance on the Aeries Parent Portal
Parents are encouraged to monitor daily student attendance through the Aeries Parent Portal. By logging into the Parent Portal, you can view absences and tardies. The school must be notified within 72 hours (3 school days) to correct any potential errors. It is good to get in the habit of checking your child's attendance on a regular basis.
https://castrovalleyusd.asp.aeries.net/student/LoginParent.aspx?page=default.aspx
You can access the following by logging on to the Aeries Parent Portal:
Student Profile
Demographics
Supplemental Information
Contacts (with the option to update as needed)
Attendance/Tardies
Medical - Immunizations, Vision and Hearing Screenings
Test Scores
Independent Study
Please click the link to review the updated CVUSD board policy on independent study.
- Independent studies must be 5 days and no more than 10 days.
- No Independent Studies are granted during the first 10 days of the school year.
- No Independent Studies are granted for the last 15 days of the school year.
- A minimum of 10 days prior notice is required to request an Independent Study. An Independent Study form must be completed no less than 10 days prior to the requested Independent Study.
- Students granted Independent Study will be expected to complete daily written assignments in all subject areas which are due the first school day following the end of the contract.
Public Charge Rule
On August 14, 2019, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security amended federal regulations known as the public charge rule. The changes to the existing rule, effective October 15, 2019, will make it more difficult to apply for permanent residency or earn a visa if an applicant is dependent on government aid such as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families, housing assistance, and Medicaid.
It is important to know that the Child Nutrition Programs are not public benefits. Please continue to complete meal applications and alternative meal forms.
Second Step
As part of our PBIS supports, Castro Valley elementary schools use the Second Step program to address:
- Social-Emotional Learning
- Bully Prevention
Child Protection
Second Step is a program rooted in social-emotional learning (SEL) that helps transform schools into supportive, successful learning environments uniquely equipped to encourage children to thrive. More than just a classroom curriculum, Second Step’s holistic approach helps create a more empathetic society by providing education professionals, families, and the larger community with tools to enable them to take an active role in the social-emotional growth and safety of today’s children.
You are encouraged to access the Second Step document below for more information on the ongoing lessons and to support your child's learning at home!
CVUSD Board Recognized Months
September: Attendance Awareness Month
Sept./Oct.: Hispanic Heritage Month
November: Indigenous People/Native American Heritage MonthFebruary: African-American History Month
March: National Women’s History Month
May: Asian Pacific American Heritage Month
June: Pride Month
Year-Round: Character Ed, School Safety, Bully Awareness, Arts Education
We support and encourage all students and families in the sharing of their cultural heritage with the Jensen community. Please communicate with your child's teacher or the principal if you have something you would like to contribute.
Class Parties with Food: What’s in the Wellness Policy
Jensen Ranch PTA Updates
Dear Jensen Ranch Families,
Watch for upcoming information on January's Skate Night on January 23 and February's Movie Night! Also please check your emails for information on Measure I and ways you can support our Castro Valley schools.
Our next PTA meeting will be held on February 18th. School staff will be holding a presentation on MTSS (Multi-Tiered Systems of Support).
For questions email jensenranchpta@yahoo.com
JRE PTA Board 2019-2020
Become a PTA Member!
Become a voting member of the Jensen PTA! The cost is $20 per person and your membership affords you the right to vote on critical programs and events run by the PTA at our association meetings. PTA members can also serve as program chairs and board members.
https://jointotem.com/ca/castro-valley/jensen-ranch-pta/join/register
Jensen Ranch Yearbooks On Sale
To purchase your JRE Yearbook, please log onto your TreeRing account. If you do not have a TreeRing account yet, go to https://tr5.treering.com/createAccount/10152606243399
Health Reminders: When Do I Keep My Child Home? Medication?
Health Flyer from Alameda County Public Health
Alameda County Food Bank
Potential Parcel Tax Measure
Click Here to Access the CVUSD Local Funding Page for More Information
High-Quality Education
Castro Valley Unified School District (CVUSD) provides an excellent education that prepares students to graduate ready for competitive colleges and 21st-century careers. This is possible thanks to strong academic programs, excellent teachers, high-performing students and a supportive community.
Planning for the Future
As we look to the future, we know we cannot rely on the state to provide the level of funding our schools need. Our District is among the lowest funded in Alameda County and has already made $1.8 million in ongoing cuts in the past two years. Additionally, the Bay Area is one of the most expensive places to live in the country, and many of our teachers live right here in Castro Valley. By retaining and attracting the highest quality teachers, we can improve student achievement and continue providing an excellent education to students.
Potential Local Funding Measure
To provide dedicated funding for our schools to support programs and teachers, the Castro Valley Unified School District Board of Education is considering placing a local parcel tax measure on an upcoming ballot. Although no final decisions have been made, a measure may cost $96 per parcel per year and generate $1.5 million annually for six years.
Funds from a measure could:
- Retain and attract highly qualified teachers
- Preserve strong academic programs in reading, writing, science, technology, engineering, arts and math
- Prepare students for college and careers
- Support the health and well-being of all students
- Keep schools clean and well-maintained
Fiscal Accountability Provisions of Potential Local Measure
- All revenue from the measure would be spent right here in our District to support local schools and could not be taken away by the State
- A citizens’ oversight committee and annual audits would ensure that all funds are spent as promised
- No funds could go to administrator salaries
- Seniors would be eligible for an exemption from the cost
2020-2021 Enrollment & Registration Information
5th Grade to Middle School Updates
5th Grade Parent Night @ CANYON Wednesday, 2/12/20@ 6:30
5th Grade Parent Night @ CREEKSIDE Thursday, 2/13/20 @ 6:30
General Enrollment Information
TK District Parent Night TBD
TK and Kindergarten Enrollment Begins 3/2/2020
New 1st-12th Student Enrollment Opens Tuesday, 3/31/20
More information to come.
Mark Your Calendars!
2019-2020
Th., 1/23 PTA Skate Night at Golden Skate in San Ramon
Fri., 1/24 Friday Flag 8:10-8:30 (weather permitting)
Fri., 1/24 Annual Geography Bee Grades 4, 5 8:30 - 9:30 a.m. in MPR
Th., 1/30 100th Day of School
Fri., 1/31 Lunar New Year Parade @ Friday Flag - Happy Year of the Rat!
Fri., 1/31 Spirit Day - Disney
Tues. 2/4 CVUSD Elementary Spelling Bee @ Canyon Middle School 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Fri., 2/7 Friday Flag 8:10-8:30 (weather permitting)
Fri., 2/7 Principal's Coffee and Tea following Friday Flag
Fri., 2/7 PTA Movie Night
Fri., 2/14 Friday Flag 8:10-8:30 (weather permitting) -Happy Valentine's Day!
Mon., 2/17 No School - Presidents Day
Tues., 2/18 PTA Meeting & MTSS Presentation
Wed., 2/19 4th Grade Walk Through California
Th., 2/20 5th Grade Walk Through the Revolution
Fri., 2/21 Friday Flag 8:10-8:30 (weather permitting)
Wed., 2/26 End of 2nd Trimester
2/25 - 2/28 Scholastic Book Fair in Library
Fri., 2/28 Spirit Day
Fri., 2/28 Friday Flag 8:10-8:30 (weather permitting)
3/4 - 3/5 Early Release Report Card Days - Kindergarten @ noon; 1st-5th grade @ 1:50 p.m.
Fri., 3/6 Friday Flag 8:10-8:30 (weather permitting)
Fri., 3/6 Principal's Coffee and Tea following Friday Flag
Fri., 3/6 Read Across America Assembly 11 a.m. - noon
Fri., 3/13 2nd Trimester Report Cards Home
Fri., 3/13 Friday Flag 8:10-8:30 (weather permitting)
Th., 3/19 Open House
Fri., 3/20 Friday Flag 8:10-8:30 (weather permitting)
3/23 - 3/24 Early Release - Spring Conferences - Kinder @ noon; 1st-5th grade @ 1:50 p.m.
Tues., 3/24 Spring Pictures
Fri., 3/27 Spirit Day
Fri., 3/27 Friday Flag 8:10-8:30 (weather permitting)
Mon., 3/30 No School - Staff Development Day
Tues., 3/31 No School - Cesar Chavez Day
Fri., 4/3 Friday Flag 8:10-8:30 (weather permitting)
Fri., 4/3 Principal's Coffee and Tea following Friday Flag
Fri., 4/3 Battle of the Books
4/13 - 4/17 No School - Spring Break
Early Release Fridays @ Noon for all students each Friday!
Check the online school calendar for updates by going to the Jensen Ranch school website.
CVUSD Child Nutrition
MySchool Bucks Add money to child's nutrition account and monitor purchases
MySchoolApps Apply for Free or Reduced student lunches (annual application)
Menus Sign-up for monthly meal menu updates; Find info on menu/meal app information
Meal Plan Accommodation Info/Forms If your child has special medical dietary needs
About Us
Secretary Jeanine Disher
Attendance Yasmin Habib
Email: lmaclean@cv.k12.ca.us
Website: https://jensenranch.cv.k12.ca.us/
Location: 20001 Carson Lane, Castro Valley, CA, USA
Phone: (510) 537-6365
Facebook: facebook.com/lisamacleanprincipal/
Twitter: @JensenJaguars