Parent Newsletter
October 2018
As a school, it is our responsibility to partner with parents and the community to make sure that the needs of every student are being met everyday. In order to do that, we need to connect with parents through positive communication. Keeping parents informed is a yearlong responsibility, but it is one that has the potential to make a positive difference in a child's educational experience. The purpose of this newsletter is to keep you connected and to inform you of upcoming events on campus.
September Highlights
1st Day of School
Friendly Friday FREE Ice Cream
College Friday
Dairy Council
LBFD Rockett Academy Mentor Program
1st Fire Drill of the Year
Please remember to follow the new safety procedures that became effective October 1st.
- Drive to the end of the drop off/pick up zone, DO NOT stop at the mouth of the driveway.
- New location for TK/Kinder PM pick up/drop off.
- No early student pick up after 2:45.
- You need identification when visiting campus.
- We have a closed campus during lunch from 12:00-1:00.
- Make sure that parent & emergency contact information is current.
- NO SNACKS (cupcakes, cake, cookies, etc..) at school/in classrooms for birthdays.
PTO Parent Teacher Organization
PTO...
- Fundraises for school events
- Plans school events
- Helps pay for field trips, classroom items, and teacher requests
- Supports a positive school culture & climate
PTO (Parent Teacher Organization)
Join PTO for $5
In October
- 10/2 & 10/3 Picture Day
- 10/5 College Friday (1st Friday of each month)
- 10/18 SSC (School Site Council) Meeting @ 3:30 in room P1
- 10/23 Makeup Picture Day
- 10/24 ELAC Meeting @ 3:30 in room P1
- 10/25 PTO Meeting @ 4:00 in room P1
- 10/29, 10/30, 11/1 Vision to Learn (vision screening for ALL students)
- Students in grades 3-5 need to learn their pin number for lunch
Wednesday, October 31st is SUPERHERO DAY. Students are allowed to dress up as their favorite SuperHero, but no headgear, masks, or props will be allowed. Also, student dress up attire must follow the LBUSD dress code guidelines.
Colin Powell School Website
Stay up to date and connected by viewing our school website.
ParentVue
ParentVue is a resource where you can view student information (attendance, test scores, etc.) & update student information (address, phone number, etc.).
School Messenger
School Messenger is a GREAT communication tool for the school, parents and teachers. DOWNLOAD THE APP.
Middle School College Promise Pledge
College may seem like years away, but with the College Promise students can receive a FREE year of tuition at LBCC and admission into CSULB if they complete the requirements.
HIGH SCHOOL CHOICE INFORMATION
This information is to help guide 8th grade students and parents through the High School Choice process. Information is available in English & Spanish.
School Loop
School Loop is a GREAT communication tool for middle school students & parents; and you're able to view student assignments & grades. MAKE SURE YOU REGISTER.