Steindorf STEAM School
Week of April 1st, 2000....April Fools!
WELCOME TO STEINDORF
3001 Ross Avenue, San Jose, CA 95124
Main Office: (408) 377-3022
24-HOUR ATTENDANCE LINE: 408-377-3022 x7102
Health and Attendance Secretary: Sylvia Ta ext. 7103
email: tas@cambriansd.com
FX: (408) 377-3093
https://www.cambriansd.org/steindorf
Follow us on:
Twitter: @steindorfsteam
Instagram: @steindorfsteam
UPCOMING EVENTS
April 8th-12th - Spring Break, No School
April 15th - HSC Meeting
April 15th-18th - Spring Book Fair
April 18th - FDN at Panda Express
April 19th - ASB Middle School Spring Dance 5-7pm
April 26th - Stampede a Thon
April 28th - Music in the Valley, Strings and Choir Performing
May 3rd - Astronaut Steve Smith Assembly
May 3rd - Steindorf Movie Night
May 6-10th - Teacher Appreciation Week
May 9th - Maker Faire 4-7pm
May 23-24th - Seussical Play Performances
May 27th - Memorial Day, No School
May 29th - Steindorf Spring Concert 6:30 in Cafeteria
Message from the Principal
Dear Steindorf Families,
This is such an exciting and busy time of the year. I hope you are looking forward to some time away next week. I will be traveling to Nashville with my family for the first time and look forward to the adventure.
Seeing the PBL projects in action in all grade levels this month has been so fun. Please make sure you are asking your students about their PBLs and what they are learning about at school. We had a Park Ranger visit 4th grade last week. They are currently studying National Parks as part of their PBL. This expert in National Parks taught about wildlife conservation. Our 8th graders participated in a Jefferson Vs. Hamilton rap battle as part of their study of the Constitution. Please see the video below.
Did you know that we have an English Learner Advisory Committee? We meet as part of our School Site Council. We are here to support our families that speak one or more languages. We also have a district-level committee that meets monthly. Please find a few helpful links below and let me know if you have any questions or would like to become more involved. We have a great new online service that can help us communicate in many different languages. If English is not your first language, we don’t want that to stop you from getting involved! Please note that all Steindorf Newsletters can be translated into your language by selecting the “Translate” option at the top of the page.
CSD English Learner Advisory Committee Handbook for Schools
CLICK HERE to view!
CSD Multilingual Learner Program Website
California Department of Education English Learner Website
Language Line Free Interpreting Services
Over-the Phone Interpreting
Video Interpreting
Free translation by request.
Contact your child’s teacher or school office.
ELPAC Resources for Parents
Resources for parents to learn more about the English Language Proficiency Assessments for California (ELPAC).
Have a wonderful Spring Break!
Lisa MacFarland
Principal
Health and Attendance Secretary Contact Information
For Health, Attendance, or Independent Study questions please call or email our new Health and Attendance Secretary, Sylvia Ta.
Phone: 408-377-3022 ext. 7103
Email: tas@cambriansd.com
Middle School Dance TROPICAL BEACH theme - Friday, April 19th 5-7pm
Permission Slip - Link.
$5 - Dance Ticket Sales will be on Tuesday (4/16), Wednesday (4/17), Thursday (4/18)
No Dance Tickets will be sold on Friday (4/19) or at the dance.
Parents, we would love your support with food, drinks, and goodies for the dance. Thank you for your contributions in making this a fun event for all of our Middle School Students.
Thank you!
Yearbook
Hello!
The yearbook team is looking for photos of student life outside of school. Does your child play a sport, participate in a club, or have extra-curricular activities outside of Steindorf? Did you go on an epic trip or visit exciting places this school year? If so, please consider emailing the photos to Mrs. Lam (lamj@cambriansd.com) to include in our yearbook.
Thank you!
Math Webinar: Register Online Today!
In this webinar for parents and guardians of K-12 students, world-renowned mathematics learning expert Professor Jo Boaler will share evidence on the most successful ways to learn mathematics. She will discuss learning strategies that have been found by research to significantly improve students’ achievement and change students’ views of their own potential. She will also share ways parents can help and support their children, building positive mathematical mindsets for the whole family.
The admission price is $20.
*This is not a Cambrian School District Event
Link to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/webinar-building-mathematical-mindsets-strategies-for-parents-guardians-tickets-810843594017
BRUNCH & LUNCH MENUS
Sports
TRACK AND FIELD SIGN UPS IN THE OFFICE NOW!
Please remember to turn in your sports donations at the beginning of your season. Donations help cover coaches, referees, equipment, uniforms, and more. If you are unable to donate the full amount please consider a partial donation. Donation amount is $125. We accept checks (made out to Steindorf) or cash in the front office. You may also pay online through our HSC store. Here is the link: SPORTS DONATIONS
CALENDAR FOR 2023-2024 SEASONS
BOYS’ BASKETBALL: AUG 21 – FINALS OCT 4
CROSS COUNTRY: AUG 28 – LEAGUE FINALS OCT 4
GIRLS’ SOCCER / BOYS’ VOLLEYBALL OCT. 9 – FINALS NOV 29
GIRLS’ BASKETBALL: NOV 30 – FINALS FEB 7
GIRLS’ VOLLEYBALL / BOYS’ SOCCER: FEB. 12 – FINALS APR 3
TRACK AND FIELD: APRIL 15
Parking Lot Safety
Thank you to everyone for continuing to help keep all of our students safe on their way to and home from school. Just as a reminder to continue to follow all of the parking lot safety measures to ensure all of our students and families are safe.
PLEASE note that there are good reasons for our parking lot rules and your actions affect a lot of other people around and behind you.
The far right lane is for drop off/pick up only. You must pull all the way forward until you reach the colored gates before letting your students out. Please do not let your students out of the vehicle in front of the office. When cars stop, it causes traffic problems getting into the parking lot from Ross and at the intersection of Ross and Foxworthy. This is putting students and families who walk, scooter and bike to school at a much higher risk. The gates by the main office are only for students arriving to school on bikes and scooters so they are able to access the bike racks currently located in the back of the school.
Yard Duty Volunteers Needed!
The GIVING CAMPAIGN — 79% to our Goal!
We’ve reached 79% & counting! This is the HSC’s major fundraising program & we
NEED YOUR HELP! Please consider making a one-time donation to the Giving Campaign by clicking HERE. The suggested donation is $450 per student, but any amount is greatly appreciated! And don’t forget that many companies will match your donation! Click HERE for the donation handout & more info.
Save-the-Date: FDN at Panda Express on April 18th
Save-the-date for our next Family Dinner Night at Panda Express on Bascom Ave. in Campbell from 10:00 am to 9:30 pm. Click HERE for the flier.
Walk ‘N Roll MARATHON - April 22 to May 17
The Walk N Roll Committee is excited to announce our upcoming Walk N Roll MARATHON from April 22 (Earth Day) to May 17 (Bike to Wherever Day). We will do a little friendly competition between classes to walk/roll the most. There will be class prizes & individual rewards. Parents can be notified through our App (if they choose) when their child “checks in” at school.
Walking/Rolling to school has so many benefits:
Keeps our bodies active/healthy.
Reduces CO2 emissions because there are less cars on the road.
Reduced traffic on the roads & in our parking lot.
So get your wheels ready & your walking shoes polished! More details to follow.
Steindorf Parent-Night-Out Auction: May 17th
We are happy to announce the 2024 Parent's Night Auction on May 17th! In order to make this event a success, we need YOUR help! We need help for the roles below, even a few hours of your time would be great!
Roles: Donations, Cork Pull, Party Planning, Sponsorships, Ticket Sales & Advertising, Class Basket Coordinator
Currently accepting donations of (but not limited to):
Tickets: Sporting Events (especially in-demand events),Museums, Theatre,Concerts,Theme parks,Comedy shows, Movie theater, Ski lift passes, Local tours/sites.
Sponsors: We are looking for different tiers of sponsorships for our event. Each tier includes your company’s logo on banners, tables, food stations and an ad in our programs.
Platinum Sponsor: $1500
Gold Sponsor: $1000
Silver Sponsor: $500
Items/Experiences/Services: Signed memorabilia, Themed parties, Artwork, Makeup/Hair Artist, Instruments, Dance Lessons, Vacation home stays, Round of Golf, Hotel/Resort stays, Golf/Tennis Lessons etc, Bowling/Paintball, Photo shoots, Doggy Daycare/grooming
If you are note sure how you can help, email us at steindorfauction@gmail.com.
Fundraising with Mabel’s Labels!
Our school is fundraising with Mabel’s Labels! They offer personalized, durable, waterproof labels & they are great for everything including shoes, clothing tags, water bottles & backpacks. You can customize them with your name & a design, & they are dishwasher, laundry & microwave safe. It is a great way to ensure your items don’t end up in the lost & found! To support our fundraiser, click HERE & select Steindorf STEAM School HSC (San Jose). Shipping is for free! Thank you for supporting us!
VOLUNTEER Code of Conduct
