The Sunray
Sunset Elementary Newsletter
9.9.22
Due to the weather, it seemed like it was a long week, but on behalf of the entire Sunset staff we'd like to thank you for supporting us while we navigated the heat wave. Some students couldn't sleep on Monday night due to the power outage, yet they still came and gave their best effort. We were cooped up on a few days during recess and lunch and yet the students remained kind and flexible throughout the week. I did tell the student body that how they act in times of trial is what defines their character. It's easy to be kind when we are happy, but being kind when we are uncomfortable shows a lot about who we are. Keep Sunset proud and "Be Your Best In Every Way!"
Thanks again,
Thomas Fletcher
Principal
Sunset Elementary School
Bright Sunrays (UVA)
Brand new"ish" news...
•Sunset PBIS Silver Award~ Sunset Applied for the Positive Behavior Intervention Strategy Award last Spring and I am pleased to announce that we were awarded the Silver Medal this week. Kudos to our staff and PBIS team (Eaton, Persaud, Piazza, Riba, Thompson and Vanderhorst) for all their hard work.
•Read-A-Thon is coming~ We are excited to announce that the week of Sept 19th will be our Read-A-Thon. See attached flier for specifics.
•MakerSpace~ It looks like the QR code for the Amazon Wish List for the makerspace is not working. If you are interested in supporting the students endeavours with STEAM projects, please check out the following link. Maker Wish List
•Rotary Chili Cook-Off~ Rotary Club of Livermore Valley is hosting their 2nd Annual Chili Cook-Off on Saturday, October 1st from 11am-5pm at Carnegie Park. The event will include live music, food and drink booths, arts and crafts booths, and a kids area. Proceeds raised during the event will help the Rotary Club of Livermore Valley support our local community through their fall and spring grants and their community service projects
•Free Community Booths at Rotary Chili Cook-Off~ If you are part of a Sunset school program, club, or student group that might be interested in a free community booth at the Saturday, October 1, 2022 event, please see the attachment below and register by September 15, 2022. These booths can feature information, activities, or items for sale.
•Raptor~ Volunteers! We are waiting patiently for the Raptor link to go "live" on the district website. In the meantime, there are a few major changes to the clearance process.
Please familiarize yourself with these new policies by visiting the District website. I have found it to be very informative. For more info, please select this link...Volunteers
Dimmer Sunrays (UVB)
Not brand new news...
•Lunch~ Our teachers ask the students a day before if they plan to eat lunch the next day. That helps the Food Service plan accordingly, as they could serve up to 770 lunches in one day. In reality, we all know that is not a perfect system. Who wouldn't raise their hand and ask for a corn dog tomorrow? (=
We want everyone who wants to eat a school provided lunch to be able to eat. This is just a reminder for you to ask your kids to try and stay to the lunch count. We had about a hundred extra students ask for lunch today and that makes it hard for the Food Service crew to keep up.
LVJUSD Menus~
September Breakfast
September Lunch
•Aloha Friday! As many of you know, I love Hawaii, and therefore, will make an effort to celebrate the Island on Fridays. I am sensitive to the Hawaiian culture and want to celebrate the vibe that comes with the Aloha Spirit. It's more about an attitude than anything else. Wear your Sunset Spirit gear or a Hawaiian shirt and show the shaka as a way to say hello. We are Ohana here at Sunset.
•Traffic Safety Reminder~ Please go slow, plan ahead, be patient and responsible when picking up and dropping off. Our students safety is priority #1 and the first few weeks it's imperative that we start off on the right foot. We appreciate your attention to safety.
•Sunset Gates~ Our gates will be opening at 8:15. Please be advised that there is limited supervision on the blacktop and the play structures will NOT be open. Please respect the teachers' ability to prep for their morning duties and avoid random parent teacher conferences at these early AM times.
•Lost and Found~ We gather A LOT of lost items as the year goes on. Please be mindful to check our lost and found periodically.
•This Year's (2022/2023) School Calendar~ The District calendar is attached below.
•Joke Suggestion Box~ Sarah Borjon's class was kind enough to create a "joke suggestion box" for me last year. If you have a joke or have a student who has a joke, write it down and send them on up to the office. The box will be by the check in computers.
•Sunray Archive...See below
Fading Sunrays (UVC)
News that's been around a while...
We use these three statements to reinforce our positive behavior with our students and would love for your help and support as we teach our students how to behave in all situations.
•PLEASE label your child's water bottle and/or lunch box with a first and last name. We have had several misplaced items with no name.
•The Sunset office is open Monday-Friday 8:00 am-4:00 pm. If you have questions please do not hesitate to call us or stop by and speak to Julie, Colleen or Tara.
•Please note the attached SSC information page, campus map, bell schedule and LVJUSD calendar for the 2021-2022 school year.
Calendar these dates!
9/14/22~ PTO General Meeting
6:30pm, MPR
9/16/22~ Movie Night
6-8pm, MPR
9/19/22-9/23/22~ Sunset Read-A-Thon
9/21/22~ Kona Ice
10/14/22~ Picture Day (11/29/22 is make up day)
Gate and Drop off information
Gate Entry and Exit for Sunset Elementary
Gates Open at 8:15 am
School Starts at 8:30 am
We are moving away from the 8:25 entry process we instituted during the pandemic. While you are allowed and welcome on campus, we ask that you be cognizant of teachers time and student behavior while we work to instill a culture of kindness and integrity. While you value you and want you to know you are a vital part of our community and are welcome here, we are still asking that you help your child take steps to becoming independent as they find their own way to class as they enter campus.
One nice byproduct of the pandemic has caused an increased level of independence. I saw Kindergartners walk to class, hang up their backpacks, grab what they need and head into class...all on their own. Awesome. At 8:15 in the morning, students and parents are welcome to enter.
Student LVJUSD Gmail Accounts
In accordance with security guidance, IT has updated student passwords to 9-digits. That means students with 8-digit student IDs will need to add a leading zero and students with 7-digit student IDs will need to add two leading zeros to be able to log in. Students with 9-digit student IDs or who had previously changed their password to a personal password were not affected.
If students need help, they can get help from their teachers when school starts.
PTO Website
FAQ's
Frequently Asked Questions
When can I volunteer in the classroom?
ASAP! Please register through the new Raptor System which is coming soon. Check our website for details. Please connect with your child's teacher if you are interested and let the teacher set up a plan. We ask that you do not show up unannounced.
How much longer will parents need to stay outside the gates? Gates will now be opening at 8:15. Please monitor and decide what works best for you and your child. We like parents and like seeing you as part of our community.
Where shall I pick up my child? It would be wise to have a plan for pick up and drop off. Grades 1-5 get out at the same time this year.
Sunset Elementary School
Email: tfletcher@lvjusd.org
Website: https://www.livermoreschools.org/sunset
Location: 1671 Frankfurt Way, Livermore, CA, USA
Phone: 925.606.5230