Creekside Elementary

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Hello Families!

I know we are all very busy with our careers and life in general. One thing I wish I could do more of, but am unable to, is to read with my young children. Two out of my three of my college aged children are avid readers. We don't always bat one-thousand, but we can swing for the fences!

One thing I remember is the important times when Katie, John, and Lauren were in elementary school and I often read to them before bed. It really built a strong bond with them. I encourage all our families, no matter how busy you might be, to take 10-15 minutes to read to your child the next week. It is so valuable to them, and for you.

One thing I remember was taking my children to the library occasionally and having them choose books. The memories are priceless. I know you each have busy lives, but I encourage you to take time to read regularly, at home, with your children! It is fun, and trust me, I know there are many good excuses. I took more than a few times to sleep rather than read with them, but find really priceless the memories and the value I had with reading to my young children, even when I was exhausted. It is also great to have them read to you!

Have an awesome week! We really appreciate our families!

Mr. Heck

Dates to Remember:

3/5 - Minimum Day

3/3 - 3/7 Read Across America Week

3/17 - 3/28 - Spring Break

Some of the benefits of reading include:

1. Cognitive Health and Brain Development.

Reading improves memory, comprehension, and focus.

2. Enhances Empathy and Emotional Intelligence

- Helps improve a person's ability to understand others perspectives' and emotions.

3. Reduces Stress.

- Reading for 6 minutes can decrease stress levels by 2/3's, which is more than music or taking a walk.

4. Improves Focus and Attention.

- Reading requires attention and focus, which in turn strengthens one's attention span.

5. Academic and Career Success.

- Reading regularly leads to better academic outcomes and enhances writing skills.

6. Boosts Creativity.

- Engaging with new ideas, stories, and concepts can stimulate creativity. Studies suggest that reading fiction, in particular, can inspire innovative thinking and idea generation.

The Bridge Program is now accepting registrations at select (5) Lodi USD school sites for their Spring Intersession Program. See below for more info!

Locations:

1. Nichols Elementary: (1301 S Crescent Ave, Lodi CA)
2. Washington Elementary: (831 W. Lockeford St, Lodi CA)
3. Clairmont Elementary: (8282 LeMans Ave, Stockton CA)
4. Wagner-Holt Elementary (8778 Brattle Pl. , Stockton CA)
5. *Oakwood Elementary (1315 Woodcreek Way, Stockton CA)

*Oakwood Elementary "Registrations" limited to Oakwood & Creekside students only

Dates & Times:

• March 17 - 21, 2025
• 8am - 5pm.

Space is Limited and Enrollment will be based on a first-come basis for all sites.

Registration Deadline: March 10, 2025

REGISTER TODAY - Click below to learn more!

English: Spring Intersession Flyer

Spanish: Spring Intersession Flyer - Spanish

To report an absence please call (209) 953-8285 and leave a message with the absence details or email the absence details to Vanessa Saavedra at vsaavedra@lodiusd.net