Weekly Newsletter September 2, 2024

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Good Evening Foussat Families/Caretakers,

We are thrilled to share that we are now in the third week of school, and there has been so much exciting learning taking place in our classrooms! Our students have been engaging in various activities and lessons designed to foster their curiosity and creativity. It's wonderful to see their enthusiasm as they explore new topics and work on building their skills.

We encourage you to continue supporting your child's learning at home by discussing what they have been learning in class. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or would like to know more about the curriculum.

Thank you for being such an integral part of our school community. We look forward to a continued journey of learning and growth together!

A reminder that even though we all love our furry friends, dogs are not allowed on school grounds. This is as much for your protection as it is for the safety of all our students!

Students are already making their way to Ms. Valentine's room for some earned prizes or to just relax during recess. We love our school counselor!!

As a safety measure, beginning Monday, August 19, Foussat will once again return to being a "Closed Campus." TK/Kindergarten students may enter school through the Kinder gate, first to fifth grade students are to enter through the main gate. The gates will open at 7:45 for students to either have breakfast or go directly to the playground. Thank you for helping us keep our students safe!

We are excited to share our new cell phone policy, "During the Day, Off and Away," for the 2024-2025 school year (Board Policy 5131.8). Our goal is to create a safe and focused learning environment for all students by minimizing distractions and promoting their mental well-being.

Key Points:

• Cell Phone Usage: Students must turn off (ringer/tone/sounds off) and store their phones in their backpacks upon entering campus. Phones should stay off until they leave.

• Exceptions: Students with specific accommodations (IEPs, 504 plans, or medical conditions) may have phone access as specified.

• Communication: Classrooms have landlines for students to contact parents when necessary. Phones will be accessible in emergencies.

• Academic Benefits: Reducing phone usage helps students stay focused and engaged in class.

• Safety and Security: This policy helps prevent cyberbullying, ensures students focus during emergencies, and reduces the risk of theft or loss.

We appreciate your support as we work together to enhance our students' learning experiences and well-being!

The window for families to purchase the Device Protection Plan is now open. We highly recommend families take advantage of this plan. The plan is only $20 and typical repairs for the new Chromebooks range from $100-$350. Purchasing the plan is much simpler than it was before. Payments can be made online with a credit card or electronic check at www.myschoolbucks.com. More information can be found on the ITS webpage under Student Chromebook Program.

The safety of our students is of critical importance to all of us and we want to protect them from injury. Even so, accidents do happen (at school and elsewhere) and required medical care can be expensive. Please know that your school does not assume responsibility for such costs but does offer you access to several student accident insurance plans for voluntary purchase. Details can be found in the attached brochure/enrollment form. Options are available to cover your child 24/7, anywhere in the world or you can limit coverage to school-related injuries only. The plans do not restrict your choice of doctors or hospitals. However, you’ll also have access to an extensive network of providers with discounted fees. Seeking care through contracted providers may further reduce your out-of-

pocket costs, particularly if your child needs surgery or hospitalization. This is the link for online enrollment https://myers-stevens.com/enrollment/

We have seen many students riding their bicycles or scooters to school without a helmet. Helmets protect their heads from serious injuries in case of an accident, helping to prevent concussions and other serious traumatic injuries. Always make sure your child is wearing a helmet every time they ride - it's a simple step that can save lives. Help them stay safe and enjoy the ride!

Please take a few minutes to watch this important video about how to ride stay safe while riding an e-bike.

Picture is scheduled for September 6th - students will be bringing home flyers soon!

¡Día de Fotos!

Check out the Oside Week in One Minute!

Please take the time to watch the video for dropping off and picking up students.

• Use caution when driving in the school parking lot. We have over 700 students being dropped off and picked up every day.
• Be courteous and polite to other drivers. Treat other drivers with the same respect you would like to be shown towards you.
• When you are dropping off or picking up your student in the drop off area, please do no leave your car unattended. Leaving your car unattended causes cars to back up.
• Ask your student to use the pedestrian crossing areas. We ask you to do so that we can keep all of our students safe.

Here is a great opportunity for coaching for parents/caretakers.

• 24-7 messaging with your coach
• Biweekly one-on-one video calls with your coach
• Self-guided Roadmaps on a variety of topics
• Journaling and action items
• Daily emotional wellness check-ins
• In-app clinical assessments
• Mobile access

https://parentguidance.org/school-coaching/

• September 6: Fall Portraits
• September 11: Open House (5:30 - 6:30 PM)

Email: karla.doherty@oside.us
Website: foussat.oside.us
Location: 3800 Pala Road, Oceanside, CA, USA
Phone: 760-721-2200
Facebook: facebook.com/foussatschool
Twitter: @FoussatSchool