Dear Falcon Families,

LEAD Clubs are starting this week, and I highly recommend 4th-6th graders join our Theatre Club, the only club offered on Fridays from 1:30-3:30. Growing up, I wish I’d had the chance to step out of my comfort zone and learn these skills. Mrs. Echevarria, a seasoned theatre teacher, will be leading the club. Theatre helps students boost their confidence, improve communication, express creativity, and develop strong teamwork skills, all while having fun.

This week, we have safety drills scheduled. Practicing these drills is crucial for improving our preparedness. For instance, each time we conduct a fire or earthquake drill, we become better equipped to handle a real emergency.

Lastly, Mrs. Matlock and I have completed and submitted our site's Community School Narrative, incorporating feedback from both staff and the community. We expect to receive a response from the steering committee by Monday regarding the status and next steps.

It's going to be another great week at Otay!

Your partner in education,

Mrs.Quiroga

Together we soar!

Performing the Great Holiday Bake Off in December

Continue to ask your child daily: Did you get into the Learning Pit? At Otay, we encourage students to use a growth mindset to face challenges, have a go at something new, try with a willingness to be confused or make mistakes along the way, and to persist in problem solving.

While Columbus Day is a federal holiday, California does not recognize Columbus Day as a school holiday.

2:30-3:30 School Safety Committee Meeting in room 501- Open to all Falcon Families-Your input is important! If you can't attend, please enter any of your concerns here: https://forms.office.com/r/BzQWrrD85g

4-5pm Families will learn how to support their child's learning at home. Click on the CVESD Summer Fall Workshops below for the Spanish version.

https://www.shakeout.org/california/whyparticipate/ The Great California ShakeOut is an annual opportunity to practice how to be safer during big earthquakes: "Drop, Cover and Hold On.

Planned in the afternoon

2:40-3:40 in room 501 and virtually

Minimum Day Dismissal

TK 1:00 pm

K-6th 1:15 pm

• 10/25 SOAR Assembly
• 10/23-10/31 Red Ribbon Week
• 10/31 8:15-9am Costume/Character Parade

Congratulations to Mrs. Faber's 3rd grade class for having the highest attendance rate of 98.81% for the week of October 8- October 11.

Remember, our goal is to have at least 97% of our students on campus every day.

What happened to our second graders-attendance rate was at 85.83%?

Clubs start Monday, October 14, 2024

If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Lugo via email Yessenia.lugo@cvesd.org or call her (619) 425-4311 ext 300

If ever there is an event, such as a death or any other significant change, please let us know so we can offer the necessary support. We are here for both your child and your family during challenging times.

• For safety reasons, students must wear flat, close-toed shoes
• Every minute of instruction counts. If your child forgets snack, lunch, or water, do not worry. Second Chance and lunch will be provided. They also have access to water fountains. We kindly ask that you refrain from dropping off any items. Let’s work together to help our falcons build responsibility.
• Please note that if your child is not picked up on time at dismissal, you'll need to sign them out from the office.