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Keeping us connected through distance learning
Staff Appreciation Week
This week we honor all of our AMAZING McNear Staff! Please send either a virtual or physical Thank You note to your student's teacher(s) and a dedicated McNear staff member. Or you may create a general thank you note to the McNear Staff. Ms. Eichert and I will make sure the thank you notes are shared to the staff. Here are the links to the McNear teacher and staff directory.
Some virtual ideas include an email with an attached drawing, video clips, photos, song, or another wonderful creative idea. If you prefer, you may mail a Thank You note to the school for your teacher(s) and a staff member. Some ideas include, a drawing, poem, favorite family recipe, or a personal creative idea.
McNear Elementary School
605 Sunnyslope Ave
Petaluma, CA 94952
I know everyone is working harder this year and I want to show appreciation to the McNear staff without increasing the stress at home. Finally one day that week, please have your student wear YOUR favorite color! Thank you all for ALL your hard work and dedication during this time to keep our community safe and our students educated! I am so excited to see you again soon!
Ashley Oakley
Please Help Us Keep Ms. Nanci and Shore Up Fundraising Shortfalls
Whether it be greeting everyone in the morning, helping in classrooms, lunch bunching, delivering materials, problem solving on the playground, networking with community resources or zooming in distance learning, Nanci Ryan is an integral part of our student support system. Please help us keep her on staff. Every little bit helps. Thank you to all who funded our first year and to those who can help sustain one more year as we look for grants and other sustainable sources.
Order A Yearbook To Remember Today
We're now taking orders for the 2019-2020 yearbook, which will feature additional content developed by students whilst sheltering in place. You can order by filling out the form here: https://form.jotform.com/201075246101137
Order by May 8th and save $5!
This is a friendly reminder that all school playgrounds and other outdoor facilities (e.g. tennis courts, tracks, etc.) are closed under the Governor’s current executive order until further notice. Some families are defining social distancing differently and gathering in groups on the playground, this is difficult for other families to reconcile and not safe. It is hard for staff to send you away when you gather on the playground, we miss you! Please help us all be well and stay safe so that we can be together again soon. Please do not gather on the playground.
Innovations Showcase
This year we will be celebrating student creativity virtually with short videos from students throughout Petaluma City Schools (TK-12) who want to demonstrate their creativity through art, music, dance, science, film, writing, math, or any other unique way! Students who participate will be awarded a gift certificate from one of our sponsors, Applebees and Mary's Pizza.
Timeline
May 1-17: Flipgrid open for student submissions
May 21-30: Innovations Showcase opens on Flipgrid for public viewing
Entering the Showcase
It's really simple. Got something fun, cool, creative, entertaining, or interesting you'd like a share? Put together a video of no more than two minutes (or five minutes if it's a film festival submission), upload it, and send it to Flipgrid with the login information below. It's that easy. Flipgrid will be open for submissions from May 1st-17th. Then on May 21st, we will show your innovation to the community!
- Go to https://flipgrid.com/3aca8a60
- Log in through Google with your @petk12.org student email
- Upload/record your video by clicking on the green + sign.
Questions? Check out Flipgrid's help section or email Danna Rocca at drocca@petk12.org.
Families—you all know you have amazing students and you know their talents better than anyone. Who is a better camera person than a parent? Encourage your amazing innovator to get involved and be part of the Showcase! We can't wait to see your innovations!
LOCAL ART AND FITNESS OFFERINGS
1. Sonoma County Arts Education Virtual Offerings
Many local arts organizations are adapting to the current shelter-in-place orders and have created virtual educational offerings for students, teachers, and families. To view a list of these offerings please see the Sonoma County Arts Education Virtual Offerings spreadsheet at https://bit.ly/2KJehz2.
2. Sonoma County YMCA Virtual Fitness for Students and Families
The Sonoma County YMCA is providing free online fitness classes for students and families. Offerings include Pilates, Yoga, Zumba, and even guided meditation. Visit the YMCA Work Out From Home page at https://www.scfymca.org/main/work-out-from-home/ to access the class schedule.
Amazon Smile!
Amazon Smile! Just a reminder to set McNear School PTA as a designated recipient on Amazon Smile. By doing so, a portion of all purchases made will go straight back to our school! It's super easy to set up. Just follow the link below and log into your Amazon account. After logging in, you'll be prompted to search for a charity name - type in McNear School and hit Search. Choose McNear School PTA from the list, and away you go!
Just remember to shop from smile.amazon.com versus amazon.com or Amazon app in order for every eligible purchase you make to result in a donation.
Thank you!
https://smile.amazon.com/…/…/homepage/ref=smi_chpf_redirect…
Please Complete the Census
Have you filled out your #2020Census? If not, visit californiacensus.org today and view a breakdown of each question you'll be asked. Remember, the Census will never ask about your citizenship status or for your social security number, bank details, payment, or a donation. Remind your friends and family to #BeCounted for our future. Getting an accurate count will help inform funding for our schools, roads, and health care facilities. Learn more at http://californiacensus.org/ #ICount #CaliforniaForAll
District COVID-19 Quick Links
Ways to Stay Connected
Email: Leichert@petk12.org
Website: https://www.petalumacityschools.org/mcnear
Location: 605 Sunnyslope Avenue, Petaluma, CA 94952
Phone: 707-778-4752
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/McNear-Elementary-243976945636795/?eid=ARA0ovmGs_7oUxh6_4wadNP1pGIc2snX8ZUqdFtE15ERQBNAa6SYUuk1idGxeccJqxEs6pOYIxmx7MJf
Twitter: @mcnearelement