The Riebli Record
John B. Riebli Elementary-August 19, 2022
“The only thing worth doing, is what we do for others” ― Alice Through the Looking Glass
Welcome back to our returning families, teachers, and staff! To our Kindergarten/TK and new families: Welcome to the Riebli community!
The Riebli PTA is an integral part of our school. Not only do we normally host fun events throughout the year, we fully fund educational programs that benefit all students at Riebli Schoo. Examples of the usual programs we provide are: K-2 music program, Art Program, STEM Program, P.E./Fitness Program, One Book, One School, Assembly Support, Field Trip Support, Library Support, and more, which are paid 100% by the PTA.
Our Riebli PTA Membership Drive is underway. Without members, we don’t have a PTA! We encourage you all to renew or start a new membership for only $11 per person. Your membership gives you a vote at PTA meetings, early access to PTA events, discounts at various businesses, and - most importantly - you are supporting the oldest and largest child advocacy organization in the US!
Join Online: https://jointotem.com/ca/santa-rosa/riebli-pta
Our PTA General Association Meetings are on the second Monday of every month.
Becoming a PTA member does not mean you are expected Volunteer – however, for our community to be strong, everyone’s participation is essential whether it is big or small. Whether you have 30 minutes or a few hours, your time, your ideas, your talents, and your voice are truly needed and appreciated. There are endless possibilities for you to contribute, and we can match any time constraints and abilities to needed tasks.
Please note our Facebook Page will be the source of PTA information as the year continues. https://www.facebook.com/johnbrieblielementarypta
Please contact any of our Executive Board Members about any PTA questions that you may have.
We wish you all a fulfilling and productive year ahead!
PTA Executive Board:
President - Crystal Davis + Lovinia Gayowski
Vice President - Andrea Jensen + Nancy Clark
Secretary - Melanie Barmore
Treasurer - Becky Menzel
Auditor - Amberlee Hannan
Parliamentarian - Cristy Miranda
Historian - Christine Ratliff
Teacher Representatives - Andrea Farrell & Tina Kneis
Principal - Emily Todd3rd grade music information
Parents of 3rd Graders,
Thanks to the efforts of the Mark West Education Foundation, your third grader will have the opportunity to learn how to play the recorder in an in-person music class that will last ten weeks. 3rd-grade recorder classes at Riebli will take place during school on Mondays from Aug. 29 to Nov. 14. Please fill out the following Recorder Class Form by Friday, August 26 for more information on the class and how to purchase a recorder, if your 3rd grader would like to practice at home:
FAQs about coming to Riebli
- Do I need to send a backpack to school with my child?
- Yes, you should send your student with a FULL SIZE backpack daily.
- Do I need to pack a snack and lunch for my child every day? What kind of items and what about a drink?
- Yes, pack a snack daily. Good snack ideas are: Pretzels, fruit, crackers, cheese, carrots, etc. Breakfast is served at snacktime.
- Make sure the items are easy to open for your student. A water bottle is very important to have for school daily. Lunch, you can pack a lunch or your student can get a hot lunch.
- Where should I pick up my child after school?
- If your student goes to ECC aftercare, students go to their building. If you (or another adult) is picking up your student, they need to wait in front of the school. 1st grade will bring their students to the canopy area for pick up.
- Anything I should know about what my child should wear or what shoes to wear or not wear? Are hats okay to wear to school?
- Students should wear clothing they can play and move in. Closed toed shoes are a must. Hats are allowed outside only.
- What is the schedule for the beginning of the school day?
- School starts at 8:30am! If you arrive between 8:00 and 8:25am, the play yard is open for students to play on. Students line up and wait for their teachers to come and bring them to class at 8:30. TK/K yard opens at 8:10.
- What is the procedure if we arrive late for school in the morning?
- If you arrive after 8:30 am, stop by the office for a tardy slip before heading to class.
- Do I need to send any school supplies with my child?
- See the list above for Grades 1-6. Kindergarten will get more information at Back to school night.
- What is the number to call if my child will be absent?
- The absent hotline is 707-524-2980.
- If you plan to be on vacation for 3 or more days, you need to apply for independent study. Talk with your teacher and see the office to set this up.