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No images? Click here  September 4,, 2022 In this Issue
Mark Your CalendarLabor Day - No School
Monday, 9/5 BA Movie Night Principal's MessageDear Brittan Acres Families!
I hope you’re enjoying the 3-day weekend. It was great to see so many of you at Back to School Night. You are part of a wonderful school community and we were so happy to have so many people join us to learn more about our expectations, procedures, and goals for the year. Now that we are heading into the second full week of school and you have had a chance to learn more about your child(ren)’s classroom(s), we are working hard to implement the routines and expectations that come with the new school year. Students are learning classroom rules, expected behaviors for live instruction, and how to transition into the “school” mindset. For some children, this settling-in process seems smooth, and for others, it takes longer and may require additional support and effort. Watching your children stretch and grow these first weeks of school is inspiring. School-Wide Expectations / Wednesday Assembly DEIB - Week of Names Warmly, Crossing Guard Do you have time in the morning from 8:05-8:30 to help our students get to school safely? We are in need of more crossing guard volunteers for the corner of Belle and Cordilleras. There is a city crossing guard there daily but it relies on at least one other volunteer daily to help make this crosswalk safe for our students. Since this volunteer position is not on campus, you do not need to complete the SCSD volunteer form. If you are interested, please contact Michael Smith PTA notes The PTA would love your help! We have lots of roles, big and small availble. Check out our Sign Up and pick the thing that you can do to help make this an awesome year!
Also, keep an eye out for more information about a movie night we are planning for September 16th! It will be a great way to get the community together as we start the year. BA Spirit Wear - Order by September 13th Show your Bruin pride and stock up on BA tees, hats and hoodies for the whole family! We have some exciting new designs and logos this year!
All sizing and details will be listed by item. All orders are due by Tuesday, September 13th. All purchased items will be delivered to your child's classroom by the end of October. After School Enrichment - Growing Mindful: Introduction to Mindfulness This interactive class will use mindfulness tools, games, and STEAM activities to help bring a greater sense of calm, self-compassion, and empathy to your child and your home. Our goal is to empower your child to better understand their thoughts and emotions, while teaching engaging, evidence-based mindfulness techniques that they can practice daily. We will practice: regulating big emotions, breathing techniques, mindful movement & eating, happiness strategies, growth mindset, self compassion & kindness, and gratitude.If you have already taken Introduction to Mindfulness, please note that this class will cover new concepts and lessons. All beginners welcome! Dates: (6 sessions) Wednesdays, November 2, 9, 16, 30, December 7, 14 Time: 12:25pm - 1:45pm Classroom: 19 Price: $265 This class is for 1st - 3rd graders.SCEF: Why do we need an Education Foundation in San Carlos? Since our founding in 1982, the San Carlos Education Foundation (SCEF) has worked to meet the needs of our local schools when state funding for public schools has been insufficient to meet the needs of students. 40 years later we are still making a difference in our local schools. Watch our video to find out why SCEF continues to work to raise funds to supplement the district’s budget so that our students have access to music, arts, library, electives, mental health services, technology and more. We are grateful for all of you who have supported SCEF and strong schools for 40 years!
District News NEW 15 Mile Per Hour School ZonesThe speed limit for 15 streets adjacent to school sites have be lowered to 15 miles per hour. Please be extra cautious and mindful while driving in school zones. The Sheriff’s Office has deployed message boards to communicate the new speed limit in school zones. Please see the City of San Carlos' newsletter for more details. The following streets are affected:STREET - TO - FROM
Community CornerPiano and Ukulele Classes at Brittan Acres with Hummingbird Music School!Does your child want to learn how to play piano or ukulele, in a fun group environment? Hummingbird Music School's super popular after-school music classes will be offered again this year at Brittan Acres! Piano Class runs 2:30-3:20pm on Mondays and Ukulele Class runs 2:30-3:20pm on Tuesdays. Registration is now open and classes will fill, as they have in the past! Parent Education Opportunities
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