FFO Koala Korner
September 20, 2023
HOT UPCOMING EVENTS
FURTHER DETAILS WITHIN NEWSLETTER (SCROLL DOWN):
- 9/21 - Meet our new Superintendent Maria Gomez
- 9/21 - Kebab Shop Restaurant Fundraiser
- 9/22 - Family Movie Night
- 9/26 - Minimum Day (Enrichment opportunity available)
PLEDGE DRIVE UPDATE
We are soooo close to our $25K milestone for our Friday Movie Night gift incentive for current Jerabek students in attendance….
Can you help us raise $3,750 by Friday evening?!?! We can do it!!! 🎉🎉🎉
Corporate match requests count too!
Submit a screenshot of your match requests to pledgedrive@jerabekffo.org to add to our overall total and credit to your kids’ class totals.
DONATE HERE - it’ll take 2 minutes to HELP US REACH NEW HEIGHTS!
Click here for more information:
A growing part of our annual fundraising is Corporate Matching, when your donation can be DOUBLED or TRIPLED by your employer! Here's what you need to do:
- Contact your HR department to learn more about their non-profit matching program. (FFO Tax ID# 20-8116743)
- Funds should be payable to "Jerabek FFO", including parent/guardian's name for acknowledgement purposes.
- Every parent/guardian can request company matches. That means MULTIPLE MATCHES from one family is possible and highly recommended!
- Tax deductible receipts (sometimes required for corporate matching requests) will be sent within two to three weeks of your received donation.
- Email pledgedrive@jerabekffo.org with any questions.
CORPORATE MATCHES COUNT TOWARDS OUR GRAND TOTAL *AND* YOUR CHILD'S CLASSROOM TOTAL TO HELP REACH INCENTIVES!
YEARBOOK EARLY BIRD SPECIAL
SUPERINTENDENT MEET & GREET - THURSDAY 9/21
Scripps Ranch Cluster Meet & Greet
Thursday, September 21 from 4:30 - 5:30 pm
Marshall Middle School Theater, 9700 Avenue of Nations, San Diego, CA 92131
Please join us to meet our new Area A Superintendent Maria Gomez. In addition, Area Superintendent for High Schools Dr. Erin Richison will also be in attendance to meet with our community along with other school district officials.
The Meet & Greet is a special opportunity to learn about Ms. Gomez and to ask questions and receive information about our school district and our cluster. We are very excited that Ms. Gomez is coming to Scripps Ranch to meet with our school community
FIRST RESTAURANT FUNDRAISER - THURSDAY 9/21
The Kebab Shop - Mira Mesa (In Hmart plaza)
9450 Mira Mesa Blvd
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 586-0499
FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT - FRIDAY 9/22
MINIMUM DAY (SPECIAL ENRICHMENT OFFERED) - 9/26
Ben Hian from Radical Reptiles and Friends will introduce the children to insects, arachnids, isopods, and other invertebrates, as well as their predators.
Both native and non-native species are included.
As the children explore the smaller critters of the animal kingdom, they will have a unique hands-on experience enhanced by art, games and various projects related to these animals. Nature walks and “bug hunts” are included in this camp.
Registration is in Homeroom: https://www.homeroom.com/sites/jerabek-elementary-san-diego
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED - LUNCH AND RECESS
We need volunteers for our lunch and recess times. Especially for our lower grades (UTK and Kinder). Please let us know if you are interested and cleared to volunteer at jerabek@sandi.net.
Lunch Recess Times:
- K/1 - 11:00 - 11:40
- 2/3 - 11:40 - 12:20
- UTK & 4/5 - 12:20 - 1:00
Our school nurse, Theresa Avorh, is available on Wednesday and Friday afternoons only. 2:30-3:00 PM to assist with TB Testing.
4TH AND 5TH GRADE FAMILY MATH AND SCIENCE NIGHT - 9/28
RUNNING CLUB
Interested in following your child's Running Club journey? All you need is your phone or computer (with a camera) and your child's Running Club QR code.
CLICK HERE and choose to login as a PARTICIPANT. The next screen will allow you to scan your QR code. Your child's stats will then pop up. Tip: if you're viewing via your phone select 'Desktop Site' to enable an easier-to-view interface.
**Remind your child to put their QR code back into a safe place in their backpack (replacing lanyards costs $1 this year)**
The kids are crushing it out there!!
TRUNK OR TREAT - 10/26
- Prizes for various decorated car categories
- Pizza, drinks and snacks for purchase while supplies last
- Stay tuned for volunteer opportunities
SPRING FLING GALA PLANNING
JERABEK SWAG!
Spirit wear can be purchased here:
https://jerabekspiritwear.itemorder.com/shop/sale/
Every Friday is School Spirit Day! Come dressed in Jerabek gear or wear green!
BIRTHDAY MARQUEE REMAINING OPENINGS
The Jerabek Marquee still has openings for birthday wishes! The following dates remain available:
12/18 (South side)
12/18 (North side)
6/24 ( North side)
7/1 (South side)
7/8 (South Side)
7/8 (North side)
7/15 (North side)
7/22 (North side)
7/22 (South side)
7/29 (South side)
8/5 (South side)
8/5 (North side)
To sign up for your birthday message, see link below.
Jerabek Birthday Marquee Sign Up
As a reminder, please Venmo @Jerry-Koala 50.00 per reservation. This is a great way to honor your child's special day while supporting the FFO!
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
https://jerabek.sandiegounified.org/parents/volunteer_information_2023-24