Weekly Wrangler
September 17th, 2021
~ Message from Ms. Triplett ~
Wrangler Families,
Happy Friday! We are looking forward to an exciting week. Our ice cream social is on Wednesday, September 22nd beginning at 4:30pm and our school picture day is Thursday, September 23rd.
Also, during the upcoming week, Lang Ranch Elementary will be switching play time to playing in grade level zones, instead of class zones. This decision was made after monitoring our current practices, COVID cases and safety protocols, and in alignment with the practices of many surrounding school districts. We will make and communicate any adjustments based on updated health/safety requirements and COVID case information. Students will continue to eat lunch in class zones.
Happy Trails!
Ms. Triplett
Want to Work at the Ranch?
We are looking for a few amazing individuals to join the Lang Ranch staff. If one of these positions interests you, please reach out to Ms. Triplett for more details, mtriplett@conejousd.org
- PE Specialist
- VPA Specialist (Music, Art, etc.)
September:
* 6th - No School - Labor Day
* 7th - No School -Rosh Hashana
* 16th - No School - Yom Kippur
* 22nd - PTA Ice Cream Social ~ 4:30pm
* 23rd - Fall Picture Day
* 27th & 28th - Reflections Collections ~ 8:30am & 2:30pm
Indoor campus restrictions
Thank you for keeping our Wranglers safe!
Volunteer Clearance for 2021-2022
All Lang Ranch volunteers must review, complete, and submit the Volunteer Registration Form, be up to date on their TB testing and either submit a copy of their vaccination card or show a negative covid test (the week of volunteering) prior to volunteering. A copy of your valid driver's license will need to be attached as well.
Please see the District link below for forms and further information.
Keep Our Wranglers Safe!
- The Sandhurst drive-thru exit is a RIGHT TURN ONLY. We understand this may be inconvenient for some, but know that your willingness to abide by this city mandated regulation keeps kids safe and improves the flow of traffic out of our drive-thru.
- Knightsbridge drive is a "NO Parking Zone." You may stop on this street (without double-parking), remain in your car, and drop-off or pick-up students, but you may be ticketed if the driver leaves the vehicle.
- Parents and students may not jaywalk on any of the streets surrounding the school. Please make time to use the supervised crosswalks at the intersections. Your compliance models good citizenship and helps keep our Wranglers safe.
- Please do not park in front of any residential driveways. We work hard to maintain positive, respectful relationships with our surrounding communities, and this is an easy way to demonstrate that respect.
Drive-thru Options for 2021-2022
~ Sandhurst side: 3 open gates
~ Knightsbridge: 2 open gates
You may also park on the street and walk your student in. Please cross ONLY at designated crosswalks and drive SLOWLY on streets and drive-thrus.
Please be courteous to our neighbors by avoiding pulling into their driveways and making illegal U-turns.
Self Screening
We appreciate your help in keeping our Warangler family safe!
Annual Updates
All CVUSD families (new and returning) please complete the required, Annual Updates before August, 9th.
All updates may be completed online via the Q-Parent Connect Portal. Complete details and instructions are available here.
Mask Safety
Please make sure your child(ren) have extra masks with them in their backpacks.
Masks should be worn indoors at all times! Masks are not required outdoors.
Thank you for keeping us safe at The Ranch!
Library Updates!
The book fair is here!
Lang Ranch is hosting a Scholastic book fair. The fair will be on campus through Friday, September 24th at 2:45pm. All proceeds from the fair will be used to purchase books for our LRE library.
Book Fair Hours:
Monday 9-20 Purchase at lunch or after school. Only students with money or gift certificates will be allowed into the library
Tuesday 9-21 Purchase at lunch, TK & K dismissal, or after school. Only students with money or gift certificates will be allowed into the library
Wednesday 9-22 Purchase at lunch or after school. Ice cream social book fair hours 4:30-6:30. Only students with money or gift certificates will be allowed into the library
Thursday 9-23 Purchase at lunch, TK & K dismissal, or after school. Only students with money or gift certificates will be allowed into the library
Friday 9-24 Purchase at lunch, only students with money or gift certificates will be allowed into the library. Pack-up 2:45pm
Purchase options in Covid times:
In-person: after school, at PTA ice cream social, lunches the week of Sept. 20-24th . Cash, check (made out to Lang Ranch Elementary), credit cards, Lang Ranch gift certificates.
On-line options: any time. Credit cards or Scholastic Book Fair e-wallet. No refunds on unspent Scholastic e-wallet. Delivered to your home, free shipping on orders over $25.00.
To browse the catalog or shop online: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/langranchelementary
To volunteer to work at the book fair: https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/60b0f4cafad2eaafd0-lang
Picture Day is coming up!!
Strings with Laura Asenas!
Band with Janine Delwarte!
Chorus with Diane Wiley!
MakerSpace is Back!
MakerSpace Welcomes Students Back
Soon students will be coming back to MakerSpace with their classrooms for activities that inspire them to turn their knowledge into action, supporting their classroom curriculum. We're looking forward to engaging in person this year and welcome the continued support of our amazing community!
Donations:
We will use a combination of recycled and new materials. Recycled materials will be managed safely and reserved for a reasonable amount of time prior to student handling. We always can use the following items which can be dropped into the Maker donation bin in the lobby.
Empty paper towel/toilet paper rolls
Scrapbook & Wrapping paper
Plastic pint cartons (i.e. strawberry baskets)
Popsicle sticks
Paper clips
Rubber bands
Straws
String (yarn, ribbon, etc.)
Wipes
AND Scotch tape (we have dispensers, so rolls are appreciated)
Volunteers:
We could use a few volunteers to help prepare materials. This can be done at home or on campus (for approved campus volunteers) at your leisure. Tasks are generally simple like cutting, measuring, tracing, etc. All materials (including tools to complete a task such as rulers, hole punch, scissors, etc.) are provided for volunteers and can be left at the front office for pick up and delivery. Please contact Mrs. Turner at mstephanturner@conejousd.org if you are interested in helping.
Student Council Update!
We are pleased to announce the results of today's election.
Our 2021-2022 Student Council Leadership Team:
Presidents: Albert C. & Audrey M.
Vice Presidents: Audrey M. & Delaney G./Declan N. (tie)
Secretaries: Aiden A. & Iris M.
Spirit Leaders: Owen S. & Taylor B.
Philanthropy Leaders: Raymond B. & Autumn M.
Ambassadors: Delaney G./Declan N. (1 each term), Jessica C., Luke J., Hailley J.
Next week, each 3rd, 4th and 5th grade class will select 2 students per class to serve as class representatives for the 2021-2022 school year.
Water Bottle Reminder!
Our Raptor is up and running once again!
**VOLUNTEERS**
VACCINATION CARD OR A NEGATIVE COVID TEST NEED TO BE PRESENTED TO BE ABLE TO ENTER. ALL COVID TESTS NEED TO BE FROM THE WEEK YOU ARE VOLUNTEERING.
Staff Parking Lot Reminder
ATTENDANCE UPDATE!
For any all day absences, call our attendance line at 805-241-4417, option #1 or email the attendance liaison at kkawaguchi@conejousd.org to report an absence with a detailed reason for absence including symptoms of illness and any possible COVID exposures.
We wanted to remind all Wrangler families that if your student is exhibiting any of the following symptoms, please keep them home and call our attendance office 805-241-4417.
· *Fatigue/muscle or body aches
· *Congestion/runny nose
· *Nausea/vomiting/diarrhea
· *Sore throat
· *Headache
· *Fever 99.5 or higher
· *Cough
· *Difficulty breathing
· *Loss of taste or smell
It is important that all positive cases of COVID-19 are reported to the health office. If your student tests positive for COVID-19 we need to know in order to ensure we are supporting your student through their recovery. If your student has been exposed to someone who tests positive for COVID-19 we will assist you with the proper steps to avoid continued transmission and support your student while they are quarantined. No student who tests positive or has been exposed may be on campus for any reason during their quarantine period. The health and safety of our student body and staff is a top priority. If you have any questions or concerns related to COVID-19, please reach out to our office.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Kristine Kawaguchi at 805-241-4417 Ext 319 or kkawaguchi@conejousd.org.
Lost & Found
Free Meals Available
Beginning August 18th the CVUSD Child Nutrition Department will furnish meals for all students ages 2-18 at all District schools for the 2021-2022 school year. Free meals will be available for students at every district school during regular meal serving hours.
TK and Kindergarten families can pick up breakfast outside Gate 1 at 1:30pm every school day. Students in 1st-5th grade can pick up breakfast in the MPR everyday at 2:30pm.
PTA Walk to School Day!
Enjoy the walk!
Lace up your walking shoes for the PTA Walk to School Day on Wednesday, October 6th!
Join your friends and parents to celebrate the benefits of walking to school. Thousand Oaks police officers will be here to welcome you! You never know what you’ll see when you walk to school, so keep your eyes open for some great parent volunteers handing out little feet keychains. We look forward to seeing you on the sidewalks!
After School Enrichment Classes Coming Soon!
After School Enrichment classes are here. Fall semester begins September 13 through December 3 with no classes Sept 16, Oct 11-15th, Nov 11, Nov 22-26
Below is our current schedule of classes (pending district approval):
-Monday- Volleyball (TK-K and 1-5), Chess, Young Rembrandts Art (TK-K)
-Tuesday- Lacrosse (TK-K and 1-5), Beginning Spanish
-Wednesday- Golf (TK-K and 1-5), Young Rembrandts Art (1-5)
-Thursday- Flag Football (TK-K and 1-5), Cheerleading (TK-K and 1-5), Ceramics
-Friday- Tennis (TK-K and 1-5), Lego
Flyers and registration details coming soon.
Reflections News!
REFLECTIONS: IT’S ALL ABOUT THE ARTS
Do you enjoy art, music and dance or have an interest in writing, producing films and taking photos? Then join us and have fun unleashing your creative talents with PTA Reflections! This year’s theme, “I Will Change the World By...” calls for your own unique interpretation through the arts. Participation is easy, exciting and fun!
Entries will be due on September 27 and 28 from 8-8:25 a.m. and 2:35-3:00 p.m. at the outdoor lunch tables. For submission guidelines and entry forms, please click here: LangRanchPTA.org - Reflections
For inspiration or to learn more about National PTA level prizes and scholarships please visit: https://www.pta.org/videos/default-source/reflections/2020-2021_reflections_call_for_entries.mp4
Free Workshop for Parent & Guardians
Free Covid Testing Site
Thank You Melissa Goble for Sponsoring our Newsletter!
Lang Ranch Elementary
Email: dsellers@conejousd.org
Website: www.conejousd.org/lre
Location: 2450 Whitechapel Place, Thousand Oaks, CA, USA
Phone: 805-241-4417
Facebook: facebook.com/langranchelementary
Twitter: @LangRanchElem