Forest Grove Falcon Update
September 22 - September 29, 2022
Message from the Principal
Dear Forest Grove Families and Staff,
This month has been filled with a lot of artwork and learning with math and ELA skills being taught, reviewed and strengthened. I have witnessed the creation of butterflies, caterpillars, crabs, and so many other wonderful themes in preparation for the Butterfly Parade.
I look forward to the continued excitement as we begin the festivities with chalk art tomorrow.
It is not too early to start getting ready for parent teacher conferences coming up in October. As soon as you receive communication from your student's teacher, please mark your calendar and prepare for the conference. During conference time, please remember to be prompt to the meeting and be ready with questions and take notes. The teacher will share with you important information about your student's progress in language arts, math and overall areas of strength and need. After the teacher presents their information, be ready to ask any clarifying questions so you walk out of the conference knowing how the school is supporting your student's learning and how you can support their learning at home. Our staff is dedicated and work collaboratively to ensure each student's success. We are here for you so always feel free to reach out.
Please fill out the SSC, School Site Council ballot via Google Form. Parents will receive their ballots to vote for parents or you can click the link below. There are two vacancies for parents to self-nominate or nominate another parent.
Goals 1 and 2 - Instruction
English Language Arts and Mathematics - student learning focused on growth
Goal 3 - Visual and Performing Arts
All subjects are supported twice a month - engagement, access and understanding
Goal 4- Social and Emotional Supports
Schoolwide and throughout the day - education: coping skills, social interaction and peer support
Goal 5- Maintain School Safety
Safety Awareness - See Something; Say Something
This is a friendly reminder to mark your calendar for our next Falcon Family and Friends with Principal Irene. This is an opportunity for you to get some updates at Forest Grove and for you to ask general questions and give kudos to our staff.
On the following pages, please find important information. 1, 2, 3...Go Falcons!
Yours in education,
Irene Preciado, PhD
Principal
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School Information
Bell Schedule
1st-5th grades: 8:45 am - 3:10 pm except Thursday
1st-5th grades: 8:45 am - 2:00 pm Thursday
TK/Kindergarten: 8:45 am - 2:00 pm Daily
Minimum day schedule (ALL Students): 8:45 am - 12:10 pm
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School Attendance
3 Ways to report absences:
*ParentVUE app
*Attendance line (831) 646-6559
*Email: fgattendance@pgusd.org
Please make sure you call the attendance line at 831-646-6559 if your child will be absent or arrive late to school.
If we have not heard from the parents to report an absence, an automated system will call and send an e-mail to let you know your child is not in school. Please make sure we have your current phone number and e-mail address on file.
Important Reminders:
* Parents/Guardians may verify student illnesses up to 14 days throughout the school year before a note from a doctor/clinic is required, including students who arrive at school after 9:15 a.m. for an illness/medical appointment or for an all-day absence for illness or medical appointment – or combination thereof. Each subsequent absence (15 or more) requires a note from a doctor/clinic.
*Any students arriving late to class are considered tardy. Students arriving to school more than 30 minutes late or students leaving school more than 30 minutes early without presenting a valid written excuse from a doctor, dentist, or orthodontist are considered truant, and report as an unexcused absence. All students arriving late to campus must report to the office before going to class. Students leaving school must be signed out at the office by a parent or an adult listed on the student’s emergency list.
*Taking a vacation? or missing school? You can apply for up to 10 days of Family Leave with the school so that your child's absences do not count towards truancy. Forms need to be turned in to the school office at least 2 weeks prior to the missed school days. Fill out the form here.
If we have not heard from the parents to report an absence, an automated system will call and send an e-mail to let you know your child is not in school.
Please make sure we have your current phone number and e-mail address on file.
Please call the office (831) 646-6560 if you have any questions.
Mrs. Babas, Office Manager
Mrs. Pinheiro, Attendance Clerk
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SCHOOL PICTURES INFORMATION
If you still want to order school photos of your children please go to the Premier Studios of California website:
You will need to enter: fgfall22
You will then need to enter an "online code" - enter your child's student ID #
You will then need to enter your email address: enter your personal email address
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Upcoming events:
September 23 - Chalk Art
September 24 - Beautification Day
September 26 - October 7 - Read-a-thon
September 27 - SSC - Virtual
School Site Council 3:30 - 5 pm
Google Meet joining info
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/ccv-yprp-qfo
Or dial: ‪(US) +1 402-509-9582‬ PIN: ‪408 704 874‬#
September 29 - ELAC in person at Forest Grove 5:30 pm
September 30 - Falcon Friday - Wear spirit wear or Green
October 1 - Butterfly Parade & Bazaar
October 4 - PTA Meeting 6pm
October 5 - PTA Dine Out @ Chipotle Del Monte Shopping Center (mention FGPTA) 4-8 pm
October 7 - Read-a-thon ends
October 7 - Falcon Friday - Wear spirit wear or Green
October 10 - 14 - Fall Break, No school
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Lunch Information 🤩
For up-to-date information on our department and for menus, please visit our website.
Memorizing student's 6-Digit Student ID Number
We are required to utilize our Point of Sales system to maintain a record of students dining with us. To ensure the serving lines move along smoothly, we encourage families to work with their children to learn and remember their 6-digit Student ID number. This number is inputted into our Point of Sales when the student receives their meal.
BASRP Information
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PTA INFORMATION
Chalk Art Festival is tomorrow (Friday, September 23)
Please be sure to have your student(s) come in clothing/shoes that are not near and dear to them! They will be getting messy!
We can wait to see the beautiful finished product, showcasing our creative school community having fun and working together.
Beautification Day, Saturday, September 24 from 10am-12pm!
Families are welcome. Adult supervision of children is required. Please sign up ASAP!
RSVP by visiting: https://bit.ly/ Beautification2022
Butterfly Bazaar!
The Butterfly Bazaar is on Saturday, October 1 right after the parade! Please consider signing up for a 30 minute volunteer slot! All of the money raised comes back to our schools! The Butterfly Bazaar can't do it without your help! Visit: https://bit.ly/ ButterflyBazaar2022
Want to get your middle school kiddo their community service hours? When you sign up to help Forest Grove, put your child’s name in the comment section!
Calling all Bakers!
The Butterfly Bazaar is in need of baked goods for our bake sale and cake walk on October 1. Click the link for the Sign-Up Genius. https://bit.ly/ ButterflyParadeBakedGoods
Forest Grove Mix & Mingle Baskets
Chipotle Dine Out is on October 5th from 4:00-8:00 pm!
Staff Snack Station!
The FGPTA LOVES our Forest Grove Staff and we would love to coordinate some appreciation for them! Let’s show our FG staff our love and support by keeping a snack station stocked with treats all year long!
Sign up to donate:
PTA Membership Drive
Have you joined the PTA yet???? Your vote and your voice matters! Please make them count by becoming a member. Visit TOTEM to join now: https://jointotem.com/ca/pacific-grove/friends-of-forest-grove-pta
HOW TO STAY CONNECTED WITH THE PTA
-- Sign up for the Remind text messages
Send a text to this number: 81010
Text this message: @ptafg
-- Like "Forest Grove PTA" on Facebook,
(click on “following” then click on “See First”)
-- Visit forestgrovepta.com
Amazon Smile
Simple ways to make EASY $$$ for the Forest Grove PTA
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DISTRICT INFORMATION
Want to be a Chaperone or a Volunteer?
Please make sure you have been fingerprinted through the District office.
It is district policy that all parent volunteers be fingerprinted and cleared before working in a classroom or chaperoning a trip.
Contact Kimberly Ortiz at the District Office for more information.
Kimberly Ortiz kortiz@pgusd.org 831-646-6553
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Forest Grove Elementary School
Email: dbabas@pgusd.org
Website: forestgrove.pgusd.org
Location: 1065 Congress Avenue, Pacific Grove, CA, USA
Phone: 831-646-6560