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At Santa Rita Elementary School, we foster curious, motivated learners who reach their highest potential in a supportive community that appreciates diversity.

January 15th- PTA Meeting - 7pm

January 20th- MLK Holiday - No School

January 21th- Staff Development - No School

January 27th - 31st Kindness Challenge Week

February 5th- Global School Play Day

February 26th - Santa Rita’s STEM Expo 5:30-6:30pm

March 29th- Santa Rita Family Picnic

LASD 2024-2025 Calendar

Reporting Attendance: Santa Rita Student Attendance

Santa Rita Website: https://www.santaritaschool.org/santaritaes

Our 2nd graders are loving the new Los Dichos program, led by a wonderful group of Latinx parents! This initiative celebrates diversity, multiculturalism, and multilingualism, creating meaningful connections through culture.

Students enjoy listening to bilingual (English-Spanish) stories read by parent volunteers, followed by engaging activities inspired by the books. They also explore cultural stations featuring traditions like sayings, food, and music from various Latin American countries.

Santa Rita second graders are diving back into their identity maps after winter break! Starting earlier this year, these maps capture their unique social and personal identifiers.

These students have loved adding new details about the people they love, the places they’ve visited, their favorite things, and the holidays or traditions they celebrate.

This activity not only sparked creativity and meaningful sharing but also inspired ideas for opinion writing using Beth Puma’s "spicy salsa" talk strategy! What a fantastic way to celebrate individuality and connection!

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As you may know from a recent email for our Superintendent, LASD is working to celebrate our students and teachers, sharing their success with our families and the broader community through social media, including Facebook, Twitter and Instagram–and we need your help!

Want to stay up to date on all of the amazing learning happening in our classrooms?

Want to celebrate our students and teachers?

Want to know more about the amazing events and activities at our schools?

Want to help us spread the word about our wonderful school communities?

Well, all you have to do is click and follow along! Join us on our journey!

Facebook - @LASDK8

Twitter - @LASDK8

Instagram - @lasdk_8

In the event of a major earthquake or windstorm or even more rain..... we can assume that electricity and wifi may go down as it did a few weeks ago. Therefore, we will use our SMS system to communicate with the community. Essentially a text messaging system that goes directly to your cell phone, SMS requires parents to opt into it to receive texts from the school. We also use the SMS system to send occasional reminders (like on minimum-day dismissals).

You can participate in this free service (standard message and data rates may apply) just by sending a text message of “Y” or “Yes” to our school’s short code number, 67587. You can also opt out of these messages at any time by simply replying to one of our messages with “Stop”.

Santa Rita STEM Expo invites students in grades TK-6 to participate! While engaging in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) projects, students will have an opportunity to design hands-on projects while exploring just how fun STEM can be! This event lends itself to a myriad of learning experiences: within the class or at home, working individually or collaboratively with peers or with adults, and amongst a wide range of STEM categories including: Rube Goldberg, Invention, Engineering (Reverse), Engineering (Robotics), Scientific Inquiry, and Wearable Designs. Ultimately, students will get a chance to showcase their STEM work in a fun and unique venue, with learning opportunities for the entire family. Santa Rita will be hosting the STEM Expo evening showcase on 02/26/25 from 5:30pm - 6:30pm.

Link to Sign Up

All 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th Graders Need to be at School for State Testing!

The formal State Testing (CAASPP) window will be April 21 - May 9. All 3rd-6th graders will be testing. It is very important that all students are present during testing times. If a student is absent, s/he will have to make up the test (missing important classroom instruction). In addition, make-ups are logistically difficult to administer. If you already know of appointments scheduled during testing times, please reschedule them so that everyone is present for testing.

The Santa Rita front office was able to provide gift cards to families in need during the holiday season. We have depleted our reserve stock of gift cards. If you are able to donate a gift card that would be greatly appreciated. Please drop off your donation to our front desk. Thank you!

Save the Date: Saturday, March 29th 2:30-5:30: Join us for a fun filled afternoon of play and community at Santa Rita Elementary School! Bring your own snacks and drinks or items to share. Some tables and chairs will be provided but if you have extra please bring them. Restrooms will be open and the Bobcat mascot will make a guest appearance! No need to RSVP. For questions text Michelle (831) 419-3388.

Let’s Go, Bobcats!

Denise Khalid

Principal

THANK YOU to those who recently donated to LAEF and helped us meet our December Challenge Match and to everyone who gave earlier this year. With your gifts, we finished 2024 strong – raising $2.62M for our schools!

$280K is still needed to fully fund teachers and staff this school year. If you have yet to give, donate today. Any amount is appreciated.

Check out the upcoming community parties! Spots are limited so secure your tickets today!

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January 24 - Mother and Son Dodgeball

January 25 - Yoga Flow Class with Ms. Middleton

January 25 - Let's GLOW - Kiddo Dance and Glow Party

February 1- Sushi Roll Making Party

Jan or Feb - 6th Grade Pizza & Board Games during Lunch

Parents- looking to support your child in the digital age? Register for this FREE, two hour, online (zoom) event. You will learn strategies for building healthy technology habits and fostering meaningful dialogue with young people about their digital lives. You'll gain a deeper understanding of the challenges they face online and connect with other caregivers in your community.

Parenting in the Digital Era
Date: Wednesday, January 29, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

The event will be available in the following languages: English, Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese, and Tagalog.

Reserve your spot today by registering here: Meeting Registration - Zoom

Email: dkhalid@lasdschools.org
Website: https://www.santaritaschool.org
Location: 700 Los Altos Avenue, Los Altos, CA, USA
Phone: (650)559-1600
Facebook: santaritaPTA
Twitter: @BobcatsSR

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