Arroyo Elementary: IB World School
October 2020 Newsletter
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Principal's Message
Hello Arroyo Families,
Happy Fall! I hope that this packed-full October Newsletter finds you and your family healthy, safe, and finding a routine and rhythm during this time of distance learning. We miss having our students here on campus, but it brightens our days when we see them engaged in learning during Zoom classes and see them progressing and growing with their independent asynchronous assignments.
I want to give a special shout-out to our parents and caregivers...we know it is a challenging time balancing distance learning, working, and taking care of your family. Thank you for all you are doing to support your child's learning in addition to everything else you have on your plates! We are so proud of our teachers, support staff, students, and families for stepping up to take on this added responsibility to ensure continued learning.
If you have any technology issues or need support at any time, please reach out to your child's teacher on the Class Dojo app or call the school office at 909-985-1012. Our office is open from 8:00 AM-3:30 PM daily with all safety protocols in place, and we are here to assist!
Remember to carve out time for self-care and family fun, and enjoy this (hopefully cooler!) season.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Bennett
School Safety Month
Social-Emotional Needs of Students
6th Grade Parent Zoom Meeting-Thurs, Oct 8 at 5:00 PM
Grizz Groups
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1pxGq8YgJyFaAmjQO_rRi9IqxcOYhHEh2/view?usp=sharing
Student Attendance
i-Ready
Tips for a Safe & Fun At-Home Halloween Family Celebration
Many traditional Halloween activities can spread the COVID-19 Virus. Here are some alternative activities you can try that will help make your Halloween celebrations both enjoyable and safe.
- Carving or decorating pumpkins with members of your household and displaying them
- Decorating your house, apartment, or living space
- Having a scavenger hunt-style trick-or-treat search with your household members in or around your home rather than going house to house
- Having a virtual Halloween costume contest
- Having a Halloween movie night with people you live with
Be open-minded this Halloween and try something new to keep you safe and slow the spread of COVID-19.
For more suggestions see:
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/holidays.htmlOur October IB Profile...Balance!
What does it mean to be an International Baccalaureate (IB) School?
All TK-6th grade classes at Arroyo use the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum, which sets us apart from other schools in the area. The IB framework is designed to challenge students to think for themselves, work collaboratively, take responsibility for their learning, and take action. Through our transdisciplinary units, our students explore local and global issues in real life contexts. One of the biggest focuses of the IB program is the 10 Learner Profile traits, which encourage our students to develop the behaviors of successful learners and citizens.
Mark Your Calendar!
Thurs, Oct 8-6th Grade Parent Zoom Meeting, 5:00-5:30 PM
Thurs, Oct 15-Great CA Shake-Out Earthquake Drill
Thurs, Oct 22 & Fri, Oct 23-Reading Inventory Assessment, Grades 2-6
Tues, Oct 27-School Site Council Meeting, 12:30-2:00 PM
Fri, Oct 30-Principal's Coffee Zoom Meeting, 9:00-10:00 AM
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