The Dolphin Whistle
March 13, 2019 Issue 27
MESSAGE FROM PRINCIPAL LAMBERT
Dear Parents,
Parent Leadership is a very important component of the success of our school. Parents who take a leadership role are very much appreciated!
This week the PTA is taking nominations and voting on the Board positions for the 2019-2020 school year. Please come to this important PTA meeting on Wednesday, March 20th at 6:00 p.m. in the MUR.
I also need three parents to serve on School Site Council and two parents to serve on teh English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC) . Please contact me at your earliest convenience to ask questions about these parent leadership openings.
Warm Regards,
Theresa Lambert, Principal
Mariano Castro Elementary
Plan Ahead! No School on March 18 and 19
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Pick up and Drop off
Book Fair!
You are invited to the 2019 Scholastic Book Fair!
Sponsored by the Castro/Mistral PTAs
Benefiting our After School Programs!
DATE: MARCH 11 - 15 (Monday - Friday)
TIME: 2:30 - 6:15 PM Daily
LOCATION: MULTI - USE ROOM (MUR)
WHAT: Books available in English and Spanish, Additional items
E-WALLET: Students can pay with their e-wallet funds after you set it up.
No reason for students to bring cash money to school.
See link to start today!
VOLUNTEERS: You can tell us how long you can stay. Please sign up for one or more shifts. It is very rewarding to help at Book Fair on campus. See link for sign-up schedule!
http://www.scholastic.com/bf/castroelementaryschool
Calendar of Upcoming Events
3/20 SSC 5:00 p.m. Staff Lounge
3/11-3/15- Parent conference week and Book Fair in the MUR
3/18, 3/19 - NO SCHOOL
3/28 - Open House, Castro Elementary only 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. , Art Show opens at 5:30 p.m.
District News
STEMtastic Saturday event
Saturday, March 23 from 9:00 – 12:00 PM at the Crittenden Middle School Innovation Center, 1701 Rock St.
MVWSD is partnering with Discovery Education on a fun-filled afternoon of exploring real world problems through hands-on and digital activities. Experience first-hand how students today use Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) to tackle issues that impact their future and prepare them to be successful in college or the careers of their choosing.
Space is limited. Registration is required. Please register now here.
Saturday with the Superintendent
Do you have a question or comment about MVWSD or just want to connect? Join Dr. Ayindé Rudolph for informal conversation during "Saturday with the Superintendent" on Saturday, March 23 from 1-2:30 pm at the Crittenden Innovation Center, 1701 Rock St
Getting Ready for High School
MV Parent U presents “Getting Ready for High School,” a guide for middle and elementary school families, on Wednesday, Mar. 13, 6:30-8 PM at the Graham Middle School MUR.
Please join us to learn :
* What to expect in high school from the student, staff and parent perspective
* What resources are available to teachers and parents to help ease students' transition
* What skills to focus on in elementary and middle school to prepare for high school
Presenters:
Students, administrators, parents and school counselors from MVWSD and Mountain View Los Altos High School District. Interactive, question and answer format
Provided:
Interpretation (Spanish support)
Child care
Transportation (Bus departs from Castro Elementary and Crittenden Middle at 6 p.m. and returns at 8:30 p.m.)
Let's Talk: Special Education
MVWSD provides a range of special education services to its students in order to support each individual learner. Learn more about special education and general education in this seventh episode in the "Let's Talk" video series.
Click here for the video. Spanish subtitles are available.
The "Let's Talk" video series addresses topics that our school community members have questions about and that are important to them. Look for a new video approximately monthly, and let us know what you think.