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Welcome Back to a fabulous school year!

Parent Education Presentation

Preventing Child Abuse and the Speak Up Be Safe Program for Students at Bancroft Elementary School

Join us in learning about child abuse prevention and the Speak Up Be Safe (SUBS)

Program that will be provided to 1st, 3rd and 5th grade students. This prevention and

education program focuses on all forms of child abuse as well as bullying,

cyberbullying/technology safety, and sexual harassment.

Child Abuse Prevention Council of Contra Costa County Presenters:

Carol Carrillo, MSW, Executive Director

Suzanne Viani, SUBS Child Safety Awareness Coordinator

Program Funded by Bancroft PFC

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Who should attend: All parents/caregivers and school staff.

When: Tuesday September 19th, 2023

Time: 7:00 pm

Where: https://mdusd.zoom.us/j/86981670486?pwd=bVRQYWZOVkpBbllkb1ZsRWJidjZzQT09#success

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For more information, please contact: Maggie Rinow

Summaries of the SUBS lessons can be found at the Child Abuse Prevention Council’s

website: capc-coco.org. Click on the “Programs” tab at the top of the page.

Hispanic Heritage Month (HHM) takes place September 15 to October 15 every year as a time to recognize and celebrate the many contributions, diverse cultures, and extensive histories of the American Latino community.

Beginning in 1968, Hispanic Heritage Month was originally observed as “Hispanic Heritage Week”, but it was later extended to a month in 1988. Since then, HHM has been celebrated nationwide through festivals, art shows, conferences, community gatherings, and much more. The month also celebrates the independence days of several Latin American countries, including: Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua on September 15th, Mexico on September 16th, and Chile on September 18th. They also include holidays that recognize Hispanic contributions such as Virgin Islands-Puerto Rico Friendship Day that is celebrated in the U.S. Virgin Islands.

In his presidential proclamation on National Hispanic Heritage Month, President Joe Biden wrote:

“I have often said that America can be defined in one word: possibilities. The Hispanic community has always embodied that ideal. It lives in the dreams of those who have only just arrived here and in the legacy of families who have been here for centuries. Latinos have helped chart America’s course since our start — as doctors and engineers; artists and entrepreneurs; and leaders in science, business, labor, government, and military and across grassroots movements. Their faith and drive have pushed our country to grow, prosper, and pursue its highest ideals.”

The Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) is a Board advisory committee that provides feedback and input into District programs and informs the development of the LCAP. We are in need of 2 names ASAP- one to be your main representative and an additional person to act as an alternate who can be a staff member. The meetings are held in-person at Willow Creek Center on Tuesdays from 5:30-7pm (with the exception of our first meeting) and translation is provided. Dates are: Thurs 9./28th, Tues. 10/17, Tues 12/19, Tues 1/16, Tues. 2/20, Tues. 3/19, Tues. 4/16, and Tues. 5/21.

Please let me know ASAP if you can be Bancroft's parent voice at the monthly PAC meeting!

Please take a moment to check the lost and found near the front doors of the school. Clothing will be donated at the end of every month.

Bancroft uses the acronym KAHFOOTY to help teach our Bobcats about being respectful of other's space. Using the word at home will help reinforce what we are doing at school.

Ms. Clara is AMAZING!

Clara is the Bilingual IA assigned to grades K and 1. One of her greatest strengths as an educator is her ability to understand and adjust to each child's individual needs. She wants to help students discover new passions that bring them excitement! Ms. Clara loves to spend time with her family. They are her source of joy and inspiration in life. Ms. Clara brings a sparkle and shine to Bancroft through her love of working with our TWDI students. She supports our little Bobcats in learning 2 language and the kids love her for it. Ms. Clara is truly MUY IMPORTANTE!

Favorites:

Fast Food Restaurant: In-N-Out and Chipotle

Cold Drink: Iced Match Tea Latte

Candy: Spicy tamarind/Mexican Candy

Snack: Popcorn

TV Show: Downton Abbey

Holiday/Season: Fall and Thanksgiving

Ms. Freitas is a rock start!

Ms. Freitas is one of our newest additions to Bancroft and our new 3rd grade teacher. She feels her greatest strength is building relationships with her students. She works hard to show love and respect to all her students. She lives and breathes the Golden Rule; treat others and you want to be treated yourself. She wants her scholars to fall in love with reading and takes trips around the world through reading a book. Ms. Freitas is excited to be a Bobcat this year and can't imagine being anywhere else. Let's make sure we welcome Ms. Freitas with open PAWS!!!

Favorites:

Favorite fast food: Starbucks

Hot drink: Chai Tea latte

Cold drink: Iced Tea

Candy: Anything sour!

Holiday/Season: Fall

Color: Purple

Sports Team: Warriors and SF Giants

Snack: Pretzels/popcorn

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Drop-Off/Pick-Up Safety Rules

Parents, students, staff, and volunteers all work together to ensure the safety of everyone at Bancroft Elementary. Please read this information carefully to learn about our safety rules.

To help facilitate a smooth and safe drop-off/pick-up in a timely manner, please:

 Drive carefully and slowly. Leave a little earlier so that can slow down as you approach our school.

 Use the arrival and departure paths indicated on the map below. Enter and exit Parish Dr from Arkell.

 Do not stop in the middle of the street to drop-off or pick-up children. Bicycles and cars attempt to pass and this can cause accidents. There is NO parking in any RED zone, ever.

 Do not make U-turns on any street. Follow the paths on the map below to exit the neighborhood.

 Do not drop off in the handicap parking spaces unless authorized.

 Pedestrians have the right of way! Stop at all stop signs and crosswalks.

 Once in the drop-off loop, please pull all the way forward before stopping to keep the flow of traffic going smoothly.

 Children should be ready to exit the car when you pull up - backpack ready and goodbyes said, then exit curbside for a great day. (DO NOT LEAVE VEHICLES UNATTENDED)

 Have your child exit the car only from passenger side of the vehicle when using the drop-off loop. Those who have already dropped off their children will be utilizing the adjacent drive-thru lane.

 Remember the Bus Circle is for Busses Only. Do not drop off or park in this area.

 Pedestrians – please follow crossing guard directions and wait for them to stop traffic before crossing at the corner of Claborne Dr. and Parish Rd.

September

9/19 7pm Speak Up Be Safe Parent Info Night on Zoom

9/22 8am Donuts with Dunn

9/22 7pm Family Movie Night

9/25 8:45a Grade 3 D4 to Shadelands Ranch Museum

9/25 3:30p Incident Command Center Training

9/29 8:30a Grade 4 C11 to Los Vaqueros Reservoir

10/3 5:30p Family STEAM Night

10/9 Teacher In-service Day - NO SCHOOL

10/16 - 10/27 Parent Teacher Conferences