SME eBlast: 12/12/21
Important announcements from the SME Principal, PTA and AFB!
Principal Lewis' Sunday Update for the week of 12/12/21
Sunday Call for week of December 13th, 2021
Good evening Sierra Madre Families, this is Mrs. Lewis, your principal. This is a special time of year where students begin to quickly grasp concepts and make strides to application of knowledge. Sit back, and enjoy watching the learning journey come to life!
Here are the announcements for this week:
Monday, December 13th we will have our BRAVO morning assembly starting at 7:50am. Please have your kiddo on time to school between 7:35-7:48am.
Friday, December 17th is a shortened day with dismissal at 11:55am AND a Playday with the theme “Pajama Day”. Your kiddo is allowed to wear PJs to school and bring a non-electronic toy to school for an extended recess for following our school rules.
Announcements
Diverse Bookroom Read Alouds
Please check out Ms. Jeffers reading The Arabic Quilt by Aya Kahlil, for our diverse bookroom read aloud this week.
PTA
PTA will be selling our Spirit Wear Shirts and Sweatshirts this Monday at pickup. Look for our wagons on the sidewalk and bring cash, check or plan to pay through Shopify on your phone for your sweet SME gear!
SEEDs
The SEED Winter Holiday Social was tons of fun! SEED would like to thank everyone who participated.
Need activities to entertain the kids this winter break? Check out the SEED Monthly Resource Guide for fun lessons, books, activities and videos on diverse December holidays!
The SEED book list is here! SEED volunteers have created an extensive book list for teachers and families! Please check out this valuable resource!
Want to get involved with SEED? Email SEED at smeseedinfo@gmail.com or join SEED at their next meeting on Monday, January 10th! SEED will be discussing and planning their upcoming SEED Summit!
AFB
Only three (3) days left for AFB's "All In For Fall" Campaign, and we are so close to making our goal. We only need to raise $5,400 to make the goal. If you haven't already, please make your family's contribution today. All donations need to be received by 4pm on Wednesday, Dec. 15th. Donate today at tinyurl.com/smeafb2022
For more event information, please be sure to visit our school website at sme.pusd.us
We are excited to see all of our students tomorrow morning at SME where we launch our journey of nurturing learners, and growing leaders.
And now, for this week’s riddle. What did the Gingerbread Man put under his blanket? Don’t forget to check the very bottom of my SMORE for the riddle answer.
Have a lovely Winter Holiday Break and enjoy time with your family! I will “talk” with you again on Sunday, January 2nd, to remind you of our return on Tuesday, January 4th and upcoming information.
Please continue to stay healthy and safe! Bye Bye!
K-3rd Winter Holiday Show by Ms. Emily, Ms. Bluemel & Mr. Cody
Instrumental Music Holiday Show from Mr. Prado of 3rd-5th grade + sneak peak of SMMS Orchestra
COVID Testing at SME
COVID Screening and Testing at SME
Screening Questions Daily before coming to school
- Do I have a fever?
- Do I have a cough?
- Am I experiencing shortness of breath or difficulty breathing?
- Am I experiencing any other symptoms?
- Have I been in contact with someone who has tested positive for COVID-19 in the last 10 days?
- In the last 10 days, have I been directed to quarantine, isolate or take a COVID-19 test?
How and Where PUSD Students and Employees Can Get Tested
PUSD offers COVID-19 PCR oral or nasal swab tests on campuses and at the District’s Primary Clinic, 8 a.m. - 3:30 pm. By appointment, please call (626) 396-3600, ext 88180
On PUSD campuses(SME) weekly testing, on Thursdays, is available for ALL students and staff.
Register for testing on the Color system here:https://home.color.com/covid/sign-up/start?partner=19648816021737students
We are holding at 84% of students registered.
STEPS to follow if you get a POSITIVE COVID test result
1. Immediately isolate from all others(family, school, sports, after-school enrichment and daycare)
2. Contact Mrs. Lewis/Ms. Rupp to notify POS results
3. Expect a phone call/contact from Health Department for specific information and quarantine next steps
4. Receive a short-term independent study agreement from SME
5. Complete assigned school work, if feeling well
6. Call and/or contact school/teacher if any questions
Updates from Health Programs
Pfizer Vaccinations for 5 – 11 year olds:
· Following this week’s CDC recommendation, we are finalizing our plans with the Pasadena Public Health Department to provide pediatric COVID-19 vaccinations for children ages 5 - 11
- At this time, PUSD is not requiring vaccinations for any student.
COVID-19 Testing:
· Weekly school site testing will continue. We are working through adjustments in the schedule when there are holidays and shortened days.
Our Health Department is conducting two vaccination clinics on Monday, December 13, 2021, in the south parking lot of the Ed Center. Use the link below to make an appointment. They will accept limited walk-ins.
Afternoon Clinic: 1-3:30 pm
Pfizer 5-11 year old ONLY
We are offering both 1st and 2nd doses
Link and QR Code for: 5-11 Vaccination Clinic Ed Center South Parking Lot
This link and QR Code will expire on: 02/15/2022
https://myturn.ca.gov?config=a8a95754-faee-4cef-b15f-03d025cd7e3b
PTA Announcements & Flyers
PTA
In-Person Spirit Wear Sale Tomorrow!
Look for two PTA volunteers with wagons full of SME T-shirts and sweatshirts this Monday at pickup. You can purchase items with cash, check (written to SME PTA) or go through checkout on Shopify via your phone to pay by credit card.
SME spirit wear makes a perfect gift!
SEED's Announcements
The SEED Winter Holiday Social was tons of fun! SEED would like to thank everyone who participated.
Need activities to entertain the kids this winter break? Check out the SEED Monthly Resource Guide for fun lessons, books, activities and videos on diverse December holidays!
The SEED book list is here! SEED volunteers have created an extensive book list for teachers and families! Please check out this valuable resource
Want to get involved with SEED? Email SEED at smeseedinfo@gmail.com or join SEED at their next meeting on Monday, January 10th! SEED will be discussing and planning their upcoming SEED Summit!
Annual Fund Boosters(AFB)
Only three (3) days left for AFB's "All In For Fall" Campaign, and we are so close to making our goal. Together, you've helped to raise more than $194,600 for SME!
We only need to raise $5,400 to make the goal. If you haven't already, please make your family's contribution today. All donations need to be received by 4pm on Wednesday, Dec. 15th.
Donate today at tinyurl.com/smeafb2022
Diverse Book Read Aloud
Ms. Jeffers(SPED RSP Teacher)
Book Title: The Arabic Quilt by Aya Kahlil, illustrated by Anait Semirdzhyan
Mrs. Lewis' Riddle
Answer: A cookie sheet.
SME Pics
Contact Info
Email: lewis.lindsay@pusd.us
Website: sme.pusd.us
Location: 141 W Highland Ave Sierra Madre, CA 91024
Phone: 626-396-5890