Ranch Round Up 2-16-24
Highland Ranch Elementary School
A Message From Ms. Barry
New Chaperone and Volunteer Guidelines
The district has updated the requirements for those wishing to volunteer as field trip chaperones. Effective immediately, all volunteers must complete a Level II background check, which includes fingerprinting through LiveScan. For more details, please review the Frequently Asked Questions.
Parent Volunteer Definition and Update
A volunteer is defined as an individual who, with school district authorization, voluntarily assists school districts, schools, educational programs, or students on a regular and ongoing basis. A volunteer is required to complete a Volunteer Application and have a Megan’s Law Background Check or a State and/or Federal Background Check completed. Megan's Law has to be completed every year in order to maintain a Level I volunteer status.
Example: A parent is assisting with a weekly and on going project such as the running club or Lego league. A grandparent is helping in music or art classes weekly.
Parent Volunteers are required to complete the Level I - Volunteer Application/Megan’s Law process every school year.
This includes completing the PUSD forms (linked below)
Current TB Test - Once every four years
Bring your Driver’s License with the items listed below to our office.
(documents cannot be emailed)
LEVEL I - MEGAN’S LAW FORM
https://4.files.edl.io/65d1/10/19/23/233015-ffc98c3a-20d3-4280-bc97-9c887556cc0f.pdf
VOLUNTEER CODE OF CONDUCT FORM
https://4.files.edl.io/9b82/07/03/23/175029-80eb8870-f1cd-426c-bf96-2a872e576857.pdf
VOLUNTEER CODE OF CONFIDENTIALITY FORM
https://4.files.edl.io/17c8/07/03/23/175031-a569f211-6897-44c8-98c0-1c5896eb96bb.pdf
Parents wishing to chaperone on a Field Trip must complete a Level I - Volunteer Application in order to obtain a Level II Volunteer - Department of Justice & FBI Clearance process every school year. This includes a yearly Megan's Law application. Every year, all volunteers MUST complete Megan's Law.
Visitor Definition
A visitor is defined as an individual who, with school district authorization, attends a student performance, special event, festival, open house, back-to-school event, sports event, athletic competition, etc. A visitor may either be accompanied or unaccompanied by school district staff. Designated school district administrative personnel are to make this determination. A visitor is usually not required to sign a registry.
Example: Your school is hosting a Jr. Olympic competition.
Guest Definition
A guest is defined as an individual who, with school district approval, assists students, schools, and teachers on a non-regular basis or who individually observes a classroom or activity. A guest may also assist with educational programs or with special events on an occasional or infrequent basis. A guest shall immediately report his or her presence at the school office or at the designated school location upon arrival at the school and sign a guest registry.
Example: Your school is hosting the book fair, a play where parents are coming to watch, or a teacher needs help in the classroom with a one or two day tie-dye t-shirt project for the jog-a-thon. A class is hosting a party or a fun run.
Ms. Barry
New Information
HRES Clippers Fundraiser
Get ready for a fun day with the LA Clippers!
Join us on March 9th in LA to watch the Clippers take on the Chicago Bulls. Our school receives half of the ticket price, which goes directly back to Highland Ranch. In return, students can earn fun experiences. Join our HRES staff, families, and friends for this exciting event!
Tickets will be on sale from February 14th to February 22nd, so mark your calendars now!
All tickets come with a personal VIP expereince where students can watch the players warm up before the game!
No School 2-19 to 2-23
Please note that school will be closed 2-19 to 2-23 due to the district recess.
Our Office Closes at 2:30 p.m.
Our school office closes at 2:30 p.m. everyday. Please visit the office before 2:30 p.m., if you need to speak with someone.
Sleeve of Kindness at Mostra Coffee
The 2nd and 3rd grade teams ended Kindness Week by sharing kind messages with the community. Stop by Mostra Coffee in the Carmel Mountain Ranch Home Center to grab a warm drink wrapped in a Highland Ranch Stallion created sleeve of kindness.
Come Join our HRES Math Club!
Math is more than just numbers—it embodies the very essence of critical thinking, problem-solving, and innovation. The Math Club at HRES has been working to foster this critical thinking & love and appreciation for math through the various national level math contests in which our HRES students have already participated. Our students have already enrolled & participated in the Noetic Fall Contest, Perennial Math, Math Kangaroo & Math Olympiads. Our students also had the wonderful opportunity of being honored at the Friday Flag ceremony by our Principal for their achievement in the Noetic Fall 2023 contest.
We now have the Noetic Learning Math Contest - Spring 2024 coming up soon! Calling all interested students to please write to us at math.club.hres@gmail.com if you are interested in participating. Please send us an email by March 1, 2024 in order to receive payment instructions. (We estimate the cost per student to be about $12-$14).
For more details, please view Noetic invitation flyer and visit Noetic web site.
Key Details: ONLINE CONTEST
- Spring Contest Dates: April 4 - April 18, 2024 (we pick a date within this time frame)
- Spring Registration deadline: March 21, 2024
Note - Students who are already part of the math club will receive a separate email from us with details.
Please write to us at math.club.hres@gmail.com if you are interested in participating in the Noetic Spring 2024 contest.
Lost and Found
Please check our lost and found before the district break. Any clothes or items left after break will be donated.
Volunteers Needed!
We are having our annual Hearing and Vision Screening on 3/8/24 and 3/29/24. Volunteers are needed to help facilitate classes coming to the library, keeping the students quiet and assisting TK and Kindergarten students. Please email our Health Tech Debbie Norris at denorris@powayusd.com, if you can volunteer a few hours of your time.
PTA Announcements
HRES PTA 2024-2025 Slate of Nominees for the Executive Board
HRES PTA 2024-2025 Slate of Nominees for the Executive Board
On behalf of this year's Nominating Committee, we would like to present the HRES PTA slate of nominees for the 2024 - 2025 school year. We are still actively looking for a volunteer for the open position of Secretary so please contact Melissa Pascual Nominating Committee Chair (melissa@melimarmonte.com) for more information/further interest. It’s going to be a wonderful year!
24-25 Executive Board Positions
President - Rachel Ashcraft
Executive Vice President - Ha Rana
Treasurer - Sarah Reymond
Secretary | OPEN | 2-3 Hr/Mo Time Commitment
V.P. Membership - Emily Meeson
V.P. Publicity | Henna Hussain
V.P. Ways and Means - Yesenia Diaz
Historian - Melissa Pascual
PTA STEAM NIGHT (3/14) SIGN-UPS OPEN UNTIL 3/5
Calling all Stallions! Have you been looking for an opportunity to show off your creativity in the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math (STEAM)?
Well, now is your chance. PTA is hosting a STEAM Night on Thursday, March 14th from 5pm-7pm in our MPR, and we want to see what you’ve got!
It's time to explore a topic of your choice individually, with your parents or even a team of fellow students.
We have grade specific awards in various categories and we can't wait to see what you come up with.
Sign up at the following link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1WpSNIUGsJYEwJfPZKOvVvfKzBUwnFzD8sOF3QkifFkg/edit?ts=65c181bb
Please address any questions or concerns to Steam.event.hres@gmail.com
Next PTA Meeting: Save The Date 3-21
SAVE THE DATE FOR OUR NEXT PTA ASSOCIATION MEETING ON MARCH 21st @ 6PM IN THE MPR FOLLOWED BY FAMILY ART NIGHT!!!
PTA members! Mark your calendars and join us for our next PTA Association Meeting of the 2023-2024 school year! PTA Officers will be elected for the next term. The meeting will be held on March 21st at 6:00 p.m. in the school’s MPR. Stay after the meeting for another amazing Family Art Night led by one of our very own HRES parents where families will learn how to make beautiful pop-up cards for any occasion. Hope to see you there!
New Year PTA Membership Drawing Winners!
We are thrilled to announce that Sumit S. & Carliesa Cody are the winners of our New Year PTA Membership Drawing! They will receive a special gift basket containing dental/orthodontic gift certificates and special gift items donated by Dr. Ellen Im Pediatric Dentistry.
Annual PTA Waiver
ANNUAL PTA FAMILY PARTICIPANT WAIVER
If you plan on attending any of our events such asTrunk-or-Treat/Outdoor Movie Night, International Night, Family Dance, STEAM Night and more, please take a quick moment to fill out our Annual PTA Family Participant Waiver: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdX37bo6ttMrlD5CfJMhmOmykOKsCoR2SOoDc6rBVyqFlFiVg/viewform?usp=sf_link
*We need one on file per family per year to attend all PTA events.
HRES Spiritwear
GOT HRES SPIRITWEAR?
Highland Ranch PTA has you covered! To view and purchase HRES Spirit Wear shirts and hoodies, please visit our spiritwear website: https://hrespta.itemorder.com/shop/home
*You can choose to pick up your order at Big Frog for free or get it shipped directly to you for a fee.
Foundation Announcements
Foundation Meeting Monday, March 4th at 6:30 PM
Join us on Monday, March 4th, in the HRES Library at 6:30 pm and hear about how the HREF supports the advancement of educational enrichment in TK-5th! Contact president@hrefoundation.org with any questions or concerns.
Older Information
BHMS Incoming 6th Grade Parent Night
Wednesday, March 13th
5:45 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. @ Bernardo Heights Middle School
Parents of English Learners
Today through Friday, March 1st, Poway Unified will be conducting our Family Engagement and Accountability survey to gather input from all families of English Learner students. This survey helps shape the District’s goals and guide priorities for the 2024-2025 school year. Your feedback is extremely helpful as we continue to seek ways to better our English Learner program. Please click HERE to complete the survey.
It is not too late to order your yearbook!
The last day to order or create personalized pages is April 9th. Yearbooks are not sold at school, so order today! TreeRing.com and Passcode 1013489799753947
Upload photos for 2023-24 School Year at TreeRing once you have an Account.
Cold and Flu Season
As we enter the cold and flu season, we want to ensure that you are well-informed about our health and medication procedures. Kindly take a moment to review the guidelines in the link above thoroughly, so you are prepared to handle situations where your child may need to stay home due to illness. Your understanding and cooperation are greatly appreciated.
Attendance Matters
Our school's primary objective is to enhance our daily attendance rates. Following the Winter Break, our school administrators will engage in discussions with families facing chronic absenteeism. We kindly emphasize the importance of scheduling vacations within the 180 days when school is not in session.
Research indicates a significant influence on students' academic and social well-being when they consistently miss school. In 2024, we will introduce incentives for students and classes that consistently exhibit good attendance.
Need Additional Illustrative Math Resources
We invite you to explore the provided link above for access to Illustrative Math resources that can enhance your students' learning experience during the Thanksgiving or Winter break. This resource-packed site is designed to complement Illustrative Math, offering valuable support for your students' mathematical journey. Your students will find a wealth of materials to reinforce their math skills and enrich their understanding. Happy learning!
Food and Nutrition Updates
School breakfast and school lunch are FREE for all enrolled students, every school day. Meals must still be entered into the cafeteria computer by individual student account.
Even though meals are free, families are still highly encouraged to complete the application for free and reduced-price meal eligibility. School site funding depends in part on the number of students eligible for free/reduced-price meals. Families that qualify for free/reduced-price meals may qualify for other benefits, as well. The meal application is available online at MySchoolApps.com.
Printer-friendly PDF menus are available on the PUSD Food and Nutrition webpage. At the top of the page, click or hover over School Menus + and then Printable PDF Menus.
Interactive, web-based menus containing nutrient and allergen details are available at MySchoolMenus.com, as well as via links from the F&N webpage.
Highland Ranch Elementary School
Website: https://highlandranch.powayusd.com/
Location: 14840 Waverly Downs Way, San Diego, CA 92128, USA
Phone: 858-674-4707