Cheetah Chat
Leo R. Croce Elementary
January 6, 2021
Dear Croce Community,
I don't know about you, but I was happy to close out 2020! The past year had its own unique set of challenges, yet I still have so much to be grateful for. Most notably is my principalship at Croce and the opportunity to partner with you, the students, dedicated teachers, and staff.
As you know, this school year the teachers have been going above and beyond to engage and instruct their students during distance learning. While adapting the curriculum, learning Schoology, and managing more electronic devices than I can count, they never lost sight of our vision to "consistently provide every student at Leo R. Croce with the knowledge, skills, and strategies necessary to succeed and thrive in their subsequent learning experiences and chosen careers." Without complaint, they have stepped up to the challenge of providing a solid education under less than desirable conditions.
Unfortunately, due to Covid-19 and our move back into the purple tier, many of the events traditionally planned for the winter season did not take place. LIke you, we were very disappointed, however, we look forward to the possibility of having events in the future.
On behalf of the administrative team and the entire faculty, we want to wish our parents, students, and community a very Happy New Year. Remember to practice universal safety protocols in all that you do.
Respectfully,
Mrs. Marni Angelo
Wednesday Schedule
When I receive more specific information about the format and times for Wednesdays, it will be shared it with you.
Science Update
Schoology Parent Account
In addition to communicating with your child's teachers, the parent account allows you to monitor all classroom assignments and grades. Schoology is a great tool that allows you to stay engaged and informed about you children's progress in school.
Looking for a healthy meal that you don't have to prepare? Support Croce by dining at Panera on Wednesday, January 6 between 4:00pm-8:00pm. Download and present the flyer below.
Report Cards
Parents can access the report card from the Illuminate Parent Portal link on the district’s website. Visit https://www.livermoreschools.org and click on the locked folder icon from the horizontal navigation bar. Alternatively, parents can access the portal site using this address https://lvjusd.illuminatehc.com
Once logged in, parents can switch between children (if they have more than one) and access the Report Card and State Test Results, if applicable. If you have already created an account, but have forgotten your password – enter their username and click grey “Forgot Password” from the portal login page.
Parents who have not previously created an account will receive an email from the teacher that includes directions and the necessary access code.
Should you have any questions about your child’s report card, of course you may contact your child’s teacher. Thank you for your continued support of our school and your child’s learning.
Book Commercials
Use FlipGrid to
- Introduce yourself by name and include your grade
- Share the title and author's name
- Speak loudly and clearly. Remember to slow down your speech.
- Describe the plot, but don't give away the ending!
You will have a 3 minute time-limit, so it's always a good idea to practice before your post. Listen to the bedtime stories every Sunday evening. You may find that your book was selected for a read-aloud.
THURSDAY Packet Pick-Ups
The classroom teachers will send reminder emails the day before a pick-up and the office will send a text reminder on Thursday to the classes holding pick-ups. The information is also posted on our marquee.
Preschool parents should follow the directions given by the classroom teacher.
Congratulations!
Spirit Day winners from December 16 are...
1st - Mrs. Bennett (2nd win)
2nd - Mrs. Stanley (5th win)
4th - Ms. Santin (1st win)
January 6 winners are...
TK/K - Mrs. Helms (6th win)
1st - Mrs. Bennett (3rdwin)
2nd - Mrs. Stanley (6th win)
4th - Mrs. Lockhart (5th win)
Open for Business
This How-To Video will walk you through the steps to place a book on hold. Your child can also use the form to place a hold on a book.
For even more information about the library and for recorded read alouds join the Croce Library Course on Schoology.
Bedtime Story with Principal Angelo
Please join Mrs. Angelo on Sunday evenings for a Bedtime Story. The link to the story will be sent via email and text through Blackboard on Sundays.
Amazon Smile
Want a quick and easy way to support our Cheetahs? Do your shopping through www.smile.amazon.com and designate Leo Croce Elementary PTA as your beneficiary.
Amazon Smile customers can now support Leo Croce Elementary PTA in the Amazon shopping app on iOS and Android mobile phones!
Simply follow these instructions to turn on AmazonSmile and start generating donations.
1. Open the Amazon Shopping app on your device
2. Go into the main menu of the Amazon Shopping app and tap into 'Settings'
3. Tap 'AmazonSmile' and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the process
If you do not have the latest version of the Amazon Shopping app, update your app first.
Please share with your friends and family -- ANYONE can donate through Amazon Smile.
Box Tops
BoxTops for Education has gone digital! Please download the new Box Tops for Education App, available in both the Apple or Google Play Stores. It's super easy! Once you download the app, choose Croce as your beneficiary and scan your receipts. Please be sure to scan all your receipts to check for Boxtops within two weeks of purchase!
Membership Drive
By joining the PTA, you are not obligated to “do” anything. Volunteering for any events the PTA may host is completely separate from your choosing to be a member of the PTA. The $10.75 paid membership helps the teachers’ pay for programs such as Raz-Kids and Epic, and other learning/educational subscriptions. Use the link to join PTA through TOTEM, an electronic membership system developed specifically for California PTAs.
https://jointotem.com/ca/livermore/leo-croce-elementary-pta
In addition, these funds help us host “free” community engagement events. In the past those have been ice cream socials, trunk or treat/Halloween carnival and holiday caroling.
With your paid PTA membership, you can get discounts at “Lifetouch”, “Code Wizards HQ” and “Legoland”. In the past there have been partnerships with San Jose Sharks, Aquarium of the Pacific and Swank Movie Licensing USA.
See Details here: https://capta.org/join/member-perks/
Please contact Raelene, the VP of Membership, if you have questions.
rparent79@comcast.net
Staying Informed
Website: Croce Elementary School website
Facebook Page: Croce_Cheetahs
Instagram: @principal.angelo
Croce PTA Facebook: Leo Croce PTA
Croce PTA Instagram: LeoCrocePTA
LVJUSD: Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram
App: Download the LVJUSD app from the App Store or Google Play