Osterizer
October 25, 2020
Reopening Plan Update
Superintendent Denise Coleman shared an update regarding Union School District’s reopening efforts. You can view the presentation slides here.
USD is currently in Stage 2 of the reopening stages, providing instruction and distance learning support on campuses for small groups in addition to distance learning. At the end of the status update, Superintendent Coleman shared the following timeline for moving to future stages.
In the coming month, we will begin to transition to in-person instruction with the goal of having students back on campus for in-person instruction in January. TK-1st grade students will begin in December with Meet and Greet sessions during which students will have a chance to meet their teacher in person and learn the routines of campus.
USD will be following all health and safety requirements established by the State and County Health departments and outlined in the district’s approved Reopening Guide including:
Maintaining small stable cohorts and minimize mixing with other student groups
Daily student home health screening and on-site spot checks
Face coverings will be required for staff and students per County Health Guidelines
No large gatherings (i.e., assemblies) will be allowed
Protocols and signage will be provided for healthy practices
Sanitizing and disinfecting on a frequent basis
Frequent hand washing and hand sanitizing will be practiced
To help plan for how many students may be returning to in-person instruction, I will need every parent to complete this survey (one for each child) by October 30th.
Thank you!
Halloween Happenings
Principal's Pumpkin Challenge
Oster's Halloween virtual parade
I will be creating a virtual Halloween parade for the students, staff, and community. If you would like to share your child's picture with me to include in the parade please upload it here by Wednesday, October 28th by 5 pm: https://photos.app.goo.gl/RwrhsbGbmss65Yoz9
Please note:
Nothing scary, no blood, gore, or weapons, and costumes must be modest.
The Oster Halloween Car Parade and Trick-or-Treat is coming this Friday, October 30! Wear your costume (or decorate your car) and join your favorite Oster teachers and staff for a socially distant Halloween celebration.
Cost: $5/child. Each child will receive Halloween goodies, treats, and a pumpkin with a decorating kit.
Times:
TK & K 4 PM
1st & 2nd 4:30 PM
3rd 5:30 PM
4th & 5th 6 PM
(If you have students in different grade levels, please choose one of their drive-through time slots for all of your students.)
For complete event details, including grade level drive-through schedule, ticket sales, and volunteer opportunities see the Oster HSC website.
50% of tickets have already been sold, so register today to ensure your place. Sales end on October 28.
Cougar Science Quiz
The next Cougar Science Quiz is Monday, October 26. The Quiz opens at 9 AM and will be up for 24 hours. Visit HSC website for more details and NEW registration information. And good luck to our future scientists!
Mark your Calendars!
- October 26th- Cougar Science Quiz
- October 30th-HSC Halloween Car Parade
- November 4: Oster's Chef's Night Out Fundraiser (Blue Rock BBQ)
November 11: Veterans Day (No School)
November 20: Oster Spirit Day (Share your family pet or stuffed animal)
- November 23-27: Thanksgiving Break
- December 21 - January 1: Winter Break
Oster's Chef's Night Out Fundraiser (Blue Rock BBQ)
Wednesday, Nov 4, 2020, 11:00 AM
3001 Meridian Avenue, San Jose, CA, USA
Oster Education Fundraiser Kick Off!
Our biggest fundraiser of the year kicks off on Monday. Stay tuned for more information about the critical programs that need to be funded during this very different school year, and how you can help us reach our goal.
Click here for the October issue of the HSC Newsletter for important October dates, volunteer opportunities, and upcoming activities.
The Holiday's are coming.....please consider using the Oster HSC Smile link when making your Amazon purchases. Every item you buy benefits your school community. Amazon gives back to Oster a percentage of all purchases made through this link:
https://www.amazon.com/?_encoding=UTF8&tag=httpwwwosterh-20(Saving this link on your browser's toolbar is the easiest way to ensure you're always visiting Amazon through the Oster Smile account.)
Visit the Oster Home and School Club here: https://osterhsc.membershiptoolkit.com/home
Oster Elementary School
Email: taorminal@unionsd.org
Website: https://oster.unionsd.org/
Location: 1855 Lencar Way, San Jose, CA, USA
Phone: 408-266-8121
Twitter: @OsterElementary