LCMS Newsletter
April 2021
Note from Kelly Hatton, Principal
Hello, Las Colinas' Families,
It was wonderful having a week to re-energize and spend time with loved ones! In speaking with staff and students, it seems that many stayed local while doing some hiking and camping in our nearby mountains. My family and I hiked, biked, skipped rocks and camped. We also threw in some baseball and soccer practice for my son. Loved every minute of it!
Spring is here, and you can feel the kids' excitement in the air! After returning to campus from Spring Break, the kids are definitely happy to be with their friends and are looking forward to completing this school year on campus. These Mustangs are pretty special kids!
With gratitude,
Kelly Hatton, Principal
Welcome Back!
April - Month of the Military Child
We wish to extend our deepest gratitude to our military families. April is designated as "The Month of the Military Child" as an acknowledgment of the important role that military children play in our country. Mr. Chambers, our ASB teacher, is asking students who are children of the military to email photos to him from their military travels and experiences. Students can gather his email information in the Daily Beat being presented 4/13.
We thank you for your service.
Progress Reports & Report Cards
In order to show you and your child how your student is progressing, progress reports are posted in Parent Connect during each quarter. At the end of each quarter, your child will then have their report card grades posted in Parent Connect
Quarter 3 Report Cards - Posted to Parent Connect 4/16/21
Quarter 4 Progress Reports - Posted to Parent Connect 5/21/21
Quarter 4 Report Cards - Posted to Parent Connect 6/18/21
Interim Superintendent's Message
Assistant Superintendent, Carol Bjordahl, typically emails out these messages each Friday on his behalf. If, for some reason, you are not receiving them, please let our office know.
Promotion Ceremony
CAASPP State Testing
Our 6th and 7th grade students will also be taking the Mathematics Diagnostic Testing Project (MDTP) assessment to assist with math placement for next year.
Standing Ovation Award
Congratulations to our teachers who are recent recipients, Mr. Clint Kaio and Mr. Doug Reeve!!!
Drop- in English Language Arts and Math Tutoring
ELA - Mrs. Brockett - Wednesdays, 2:30-3:30
Math - Mr. Castaneda - Fridays, 2:30-3:30
Students may use the ELA Zoom Tutoring if they need help for any subject that requires reading, writing or projects (English Language Arts, History, or Science) on Wednesdays @ 2:30 PM with Ms. Brockett. Students can drop into the ELA Zoom session at any time between 2:30 PM- 3:30 PM to get help on assignments.
Please have your child access the Zoom links for these tutoring sessions by visiting their ELA and/or math teacher's Google Classroom.
Important Information (Click "buttons.")
"Coffee with Kelly"
Please join us Friday, May 21 from 8:45-9:15
Thank you to those families who attended the April "Coffee with Kelly." We discussed the 2021-22 PVSD Plan as mentioned in Mr. Tauer's letter to families. We are all very excited to welcome back all students Monday thru Friday next school year!
We look forward to meeting our new families, and welcoming families we have not seen in a while! Each month, you are invited to gather with Principal Hatton to discuss campus topics. The next "Coffee with Kelly" will take place on Friday, May 21 from 8:45-9:15 am. A Zoom link will be emailed out to families as we get closer to the date. (The time has been pushed back a few minutes to allow everyone to return home from drop-off.)
PTSA
JOIN US THIS WEDNESDAY!
Please join us!
Hello Las Colinas Families.
Our Las Colinas PTSA continues to work on supporting our students, teachers and staff.
Membership Renewal or becoming a New Member is easier than ever - sign up through our electronic system, Totem, use this link: https://jointotem.com/ca/camarillo/lc-ptsa
If anyone is interested in overseeing the Las Colinas PTSA Newsletter this year, please let us know.
PTSA Meetings will be on Zoom for now. All are welcome at all meetings!
New Day & Time of meetings - The SECOND Wednesday of each month @7:00 PM.
Look for us on Facebook- Las Colinas Middle School PTSA & Instagram - Las Colinas PTSA For more information e-mail:
Las Colinas President Dan Kuykendall: dkdistrict@yahoo.com with any questions
PTSA Meeting Dates (all 7 pm) (Zoom invites will be emailed before meetings.)
04/14
05/12
06/09
Communications
*Weekly Parent Emails
*Monthly Newsletters
*LCMS Website
*Monthly "Coffee with Kelly"
*Twitter Updates of Campus Happenings
*Facebook Updates of Campus Happenings
*Instagram Updates of Campus Happenings **NEW**
Please FOLLOW us on Instagram (**NEW**)
Please "friend" us on Facebook
Please follow us on Twitter
Important Dates:
4/14 - PTSA Meeting, 7pm via Zoom
5/21 - Coffee with Kelly, 8:45-9:15 via Zoom
5/21 - Minimum Day for Students (noon dismissal)
5/24 - Memorial Day - No School
6/18 - Last Day of School
(Promotion Date(s) still being finalized)