| In This Issue of the Elevate News |
- Please Note: There is no school this Monday, October 12!
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See you there? Next week is an ELAC Meeting, Dessert with the Directors, and a special Family Workshop!
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The Fall Festival is in need of some volunteers - sign up link below!
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October has 2 Spirit Days! Details below.
Please read on for this week's Elevate News...
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| Supporting SM Campus Students |
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Every day I come to school excited to work with students who are eager to learn and eager to lead. I am also very lucky to be able to work closely with some other members of our school: the flexible, hard-working support teachers on the Serra Mesa campus! If you haven’t had the opportunity to meet them yet, the team includes Ms. Kayla, Ms. Scott, Ms. Tiana, Ms. Julie, Ms. Gaby, Ms. Riley, Mrs. Wolff, Mr. Mason, and Mrs. Butler.
Our support staff works hard in and out of the classrooms of Elevate. In classrooms they help reduce the student to teacher ratio and allow teachers to structure more small-group learning opportunities. We also strategically use these staff members to run targeted small group interventions in reading and math. At other times, you can find the support staff supervising the eating area and the playground, and they are the smiling faces that you likely see at arrival and dismissal.
The support team is a valuable asset to our school. We look forward to partnering with you to ensure that Elevate students reach their full potential at school. If you have any questions regarding our amazing staff, feel free to reach out to me.
 Michael Kazmierski
Dean of Students
Serra Mesa Campus
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We hope to see you at the following events - RSVP links below!
ELAC Meeting
Next week on Tuesday, October 13, 5 PM, connect with other multi-lingual families, discover practical tools to help your student thrive, and enjoy dinner on us at our upcoming English Language Advisory Committee Meeting—click here for full details and to reserve free childcare!
Dessert with the Directors
Next Tuesday on October 13, 6 PM, hear from Elevate's Directors, discover screen-free home literacy ideas, and help us launch our brand-new Family Book Club—click the link to RSVP and reserve free childcare!
7 Habits of Highly Effective Families Workshop
Next Wednesday, October 14, 11:30 AM - treat yourself to lunch and discover practical strategies to bring the 7 Habits into your home at our parent workshop—click the link to learn more and RSVP!
Military Connections Lunch
Calling all Elevate Military Families! We would love for you to join us for a special luncheon! Details and RSVP link here.
| FALL FESTIVAL |
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Saturday, October 24, 3-6 PM
Get ready for a fun-filled afternoon with food, carnival games, bounce houses and more at Elevate's Annual Fall Festival! All Elevate students receive free wristbands!
Fall Festival Quick Links:
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Extended! Load the Lounge
Load the Lounge Donations for October have been extended to tomorrow (Friday, October 9)! If you'd like to help keep the Elevate staff fueled with snacks and drinks, you can drop off donations at any campus or with your student. Donation Ideas (but anything is so appreciated)!
National School Lunch Week
October 12–16, Elevate School is celebrating National School Lunch Week! Each day, we will have something fun planned to celebrate healthy choices, good habits, and leadership in the lunchroom. Students will have opportunities to participate in fun activities, be recognized for positive choices, and show kindness and leadership. We’re excited to make lunchtime extra special and celebrate our students throughout the week!
Free Food Distribution
In partnership with The Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank and Feeding San Diego, the County of San Diego is expanding free food distributions at six community locations. There are no income or residence requirements to receive food. Check out the distribution locations here.
Let's Stay Healthy!
To keep our classrooms healthy, happy, and learning, check out some great reminders found here on how to prevent illness and what to do if your child starts feeling under the weather.
Counseling Corner
Check out this month's Counseling Newsletter!
| WHOLE SCHOOL SPIRIT DAYS |
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Unity Day - Wednesday, October 21
Wear Orange (accessories) and Spread Kindness! Join us on October 21st for Unity Day, a day to show that everyone belongs at Elevate. All students, TK-8th grade, are invited to wear orange accessories, like a ribbon, bandana, socks, or shoes to show their support for kindness, acceptance, and inclusion. Regular Elevate Uniform to be worn.
Orange is the color of Unity Day because it stands for hope and a united message against bullying. Small acts add up, so we hope every student will look for a way to include someone, offer a kind word, or simply say hello to a classmate they don't usually talk to.
Together, we can make our schools places where everyone feels welcome. We hope to see a sea of orange!
Costumes or Orange & Black - Friday, October 30
Students are invited to participate in our Whole-School Spirit Day by either wearing a costume or the colors, orange and black! For those who would like to dress up, please note the following guidelines for costumes:
- Costumes must be comfortable and allow students to sit and participate in all daily activities.
- Costumes should be school-appropriate and respectful of others.
- No dangerous or potentially hazardous props are permitted.
- Masks are not allowed.
- Students need to wear shoes that are playground and PE-appropriate.
Thank you for helping us ensure a safe and enjoyable spirit day for everyone! |
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SM Assembly
Our next SM assembly will be led by Miss Deniston's 2nd Grade class on Friday, October 16, 8:20 AM. We hope to see you there - all Elevate families are invited to attend school assemblies!
Speed Up Your Volunteer Check-In!
If you are an approved Volunteer at the SM Campus, make your next volunteer check-in quick and easy by downloading the Raptor Safe App! The app generates a unique QR code that you can use when checking in on campus—saving you time at the front office. Simply download the app and follow the instructions in this 3 minute video. |
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Bring a Book & a Blanket
Tomorrow: Friday, October 9 • 8:40-9:10 AM
All TS family members are welcome - Walk up together and enjoy the garden until 8:40 AM. Bring a book, magazine, or newspaper plus a blanket or chair.
Family Recess
Mark your calendar for Thursday, Nov 12! TS Families are invited to join their students for lunch, followed by Family Recess on the blacktop and playground. More details to come.
4th Grade Teachers
Learn more about our awesome 4th Grade Teachers here!
Read the TS October Family Month Ahead! |
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Wanted: Parent Volunteer Cheer Coach for Middle School!
We are looking for an enthusiastic parent volunteer to coach our Middle School Cheer Team for the upcoming season!
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Time Commitment: 1–2 days a week after school (approx. 1 hour per practice)
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Season Length: 6–8 weeks
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Game Cheer Schedule: 2 regular season games in November and 2 playoff games in December (depending on start date/schedule)
To inquire, please contact Coach Arianna (Ari) Donnelly via ParentSquare or at adonnelly@elevateschool.com
Volunteer Clearance Reminder
Beginning September 23, all volunteers must have their full volunteer clearance completed before volunteering on campus or at school events. This includes: Raptor clearance, Current TB clearance, Mandated Reporter Certificate.
If any part of the clearance process is incomplete, you will not be able to volunteer until all requirements have been met. Learn more about the volunteer clearance process and requirements on our website. |
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Fri
Oct 9 |
TS Bring a Book and Blanket |
Mon
Oct 12 |
No School |
Tues
Oct 13 |
ELAC Meeting
Dessert with the Directors |
Wed
Oct 14 |
7 Habits of Highly Effective Families Workshop |
Thurs
Oct 15 |
EMS Community Meeting |
Fri
Oct 16 |
SM Assembly (Deniston)
TS Popcorn Station at Lunch |
| Oct 19-23 |
6th Grade Camp |
| Oct 21 |
Unity Day |
| Oct 26 |
EMS Fall School Picture Day |
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