Roadrunner Report

Here are some updates and important information for the upcoming week. In this week's Roadrunner Report you'll find information on the following topics:

• Morning Procedures
• Aspen Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
• Attendance Awareness Month
• Afterschool Enrichment Classes
• Parking Lot Safety
• Attendance
• School Meals
• Chromebook Insurance
• PFA Announcements

In order to make sure our teachers can begin instruction right at 8:15, it is imperative that students are lined up at 8:12 when the first bell rings. Parents- please begin to exit the school campus once the first bell rings at 8:12 as our goal is to have all the gates locked by 8:15 to start the school day. Please note that teachers are not available for long conversations at the door right at the start of school. If you would like to speak with your child's teacher, please contact them directly to schedule a time to meet. Thank you for your understanding as we want to make sure that we are maximizing each instructional day for our students.

We are proud and excited to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month here at Aspen. Our students are learning about the history, cultures, traditions, and contributions of those who can trace their roots to Spain, Mexico, and the Spanish-speaking countries of Central America, South America, and the Caribbean. The annual celebration is observed from September 15 to October 15. Hispanic heritage, history and contributions are deeply woven throughout the past, present, and future of the United States. Around 1/5 of the US population is Hispanic. And in California over 14 million people are Hispanic or Latino.

We’re excited to highlight Attendance Awareness Month in September! This month is dedicated to emphasizing the crucial role that regular attendance plays in a student's success. Consistent school attendance helps students build good habits, maintain academic progress, and strengthen their social connections.

Here are a few key points to consider:

1. Every Day Counts: Even a few missed days can add up and affect your child’s learning. Encourage your child to attend school daily and be on time.

2. Stay Engaged: Be involved in your child’s education by regularly checking their homework and communicating with their teacher. This helps us all stay informed about their progress and any challenges they might be facing.

3. Address Issues Early: If your child is struggling with school for any reason—be it academic, social, or health-related—please reach out to us. We’re here to support and provide resources to help overcome any obstacles.

4. Celebrate Success: Let’s celebrate good attendance and the achievements that come with it. Acknowledge and praise your child’s commitment to being present and engaged.

Your support is vital in helping our students succeed. Together, we can foster an environment where regular attendance is a shared priority and a celebrated achievement.

Please click below for information

The following guidelines will assist us in keeping our students safe in the parking lot:

• Proceed in the Aspen parking lot at no more than 5 miles per hour.
• Walk with your child across the parking lot using the marked crosswalk.
• Do not allow your child to walk unattended between cars.
• Stay in the right hand lane, move all the way forward, and drop your student off from the right side of the vehicle.
• Never leave your vehicle unattended in the drive-thru lanes.
• Follow the California Vehicle Code laws.
• Remind your child to respect people’s property.

Consider the following:

• You may pull up to the curb at the front of the school to drop off your student.
• You may park on the street on Oberlin or Marlowe and walk your student on campus.
• Please do not block driveways.
• Be mindful of labeled No Parking zones near the crosswalks.
• The gates at the front of the school will be open for entry and exit. There will not be access through the gate on Marlowe.
• Arrange with your student ahead of time a location for pickup.

If your child will not be in school, please call (805) 495-3130 and leave a message on the answering machine (include your child’s name, date of absence and reason for absence). If we do not hear from you by 9:00 a.m. on the day of the absence, you will receive a phone message and email to be sure your child is accounted for, as this is a safety issue. We must hear from the parent within 72 hours after the student returns to school in order to change the reason for an absence.

Breakfast and Lunch meals for the 2024-2025 school year will be available to all students at no charge. A la Carte items will be offered for purchase at recess. Online payments are encouraged using your Parent Connect Portal at conejo.vcoe.org. In Parent Connect you are able to monitor your students’ a la cart purchases. Although all students will receive meals at no charge again this school year it is very important for parents or guardians, to complete and submit this Online Free / Reduced Meal Eligibility for School Year 2024-2025 form as soon as possible, as this form affects a variety of areas unrelated to school meals, including school funding and more. Even if your child does not plan to eat school meals, it is important to fill out this form to help ensure our schools and families receive the available resources. More information is available on the CVUSD website (www.conejousd.org–Departments–Child Nutrition Services).

Conejo Valley Unified School District (CVUSD) is pleased to provide all students with a Chromebook through the District’s 1:1 Program. While at no cost to families, proper use and care of the Chromebook is the responsibility of the student and their parent/guardian. To support this program, CVUSD is offering Chromebook Accidental Damage Protection (ADP) program for parents to eliminate the concern and costs of repairing or replacing damaged, or stolen Chromebooks.

Please check out the NEW date for our Movie Night!

We apologize for the last minute changes but the heat was too much for a comfortable evening!

We could use some volunteers! See sign up genius below!

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050E4DACA62BA3FA7-51331587-movie

Hope to see you all there!

We are hoping to clear Mrs. Lombardi’s Library Wish List! Please check out the library needs via this link. Thank you for your support!

Want to send your student an extra special birthday wish?! Add their name to the Aspen Marquee outside the school office. Venmo $20 to @AspenElementaryPFA, then email student’s name and birthdate to aspenbirthdaygrams@gmail.com. October Birthdays are due Friday, 9/27. Birthday greetings will remain on the marquee for the month! All proceeds support Aspen PFA

Thank you to all the families that have joined Aspen PFA so far! We’re hoping that more families will join us and help us fund all the great causes that Aspen’s PFA provides for the school: specialist salaries, school assemblies, science lab, school supplies and many fun family events throughout the school year.

You can join and donate by completing the registration form

Your PFA membership comes with voting rights and it gives you the ability to influence how we run our PFA and spend the money we raise. We’re looking forward to hearing your voice, your ideas and participation. For more information about Aspen PFA and our meetings, please visit our website

Remember: Many employers offer corporate matching for your donations to Aspen PFA. Please do not forget to check with your employer and submit a match request. Thank you!

Interested in winning our great raffle prizes? As the Family Movie Night event is postponed till Friday 20 September, any family that joins Aspen’s PFA with a donation of $150 (Single Student) or $275 (Multiple Students) by Thursday 19 September will be eligible for the raffle entry.

Calling All Parents! 📸

As we embark on a new school year, the Yearbook Committee is seeking enthusiastic parents who enjoy taking photos, whether with a professional camera or just your phone, to help capture the unforgettable moments at our school events! If you love photography and want to contribute to creating a beautiful yearbook, we’d love to have you on board.

Interested in volunteering? Please sign up through the link below:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4DA9AA2AA0F4C52-50567055-yearbook

Not able to volunteer? No problem! We would still love to see your photos. Please feel free to share your candid shots by emailing them to aspensyearbook@gmail.com

Thank you for helping us make this year’s yearbook truly special!

Let’s have some fun!

Join us on Saturday, September 28th from 11:30-1:30 at Harley’s Simi Bowl for an Aspen Bowling Party! Bring your friends and family and support our PFA as you have a bowling blast!

Please venmo $25 per person (includes 2 hours of bowling and shoe rental) in your party to @AspenElementaryPFA as soon as possible. In the notes, please include your student’s name and how many bowlers will be joining the party.

If you’d prefer to pay by check, please fill out the form that will be sent home and return to your child’s teacher ASAP.

We can’t wait to see you there!

We have already earned over $100 for Box Tops! Be sure to join the NEW monthly challenge program and earn even more bonuses! Check the app for Bonus opportunities at Costco & Target this month!

Ralph’s Community Contribution Program gives back to Aspen each time you use your Ralph’s club card! Last year, Aspen earned over $1,000!!! It’s so easy…register your card and then just use it when you shop! No scanning or turning in receipts!

To register your card:

• Open the Ralphs app & click on the menu on the top left.

• Select “Rewards”

• Select “Community Contributions”

• Search for & select “Aspen Elementary PFA”

Email: scraven@conejousd.org
Website: www.conejousd.org/aspen
Location: 1870 Oberlin Avenue, Thousand Oaks, CA, USA
Phone: (805) 495-2810
Facebook: facebook.com/AspenElementaryCVUSD/
Twitter: @aspelem