Bonsall Virtual Academy 9/6/2024

Message from the Principal:

This week was a great week with your students! We are finalizing testing with our students, several students came into the learning resource room to complete assignments and we are gearing up for our Sea World Field trip next Thursday, September 12th. We will depart at 9:30 and return at 3:00. We will be taking a bus. Please have your child wear comfortable clothing, sunscreen, tennis shoes and bring a water bottle. Students who ordered their lunch will have the school lunch. If you did not order a lunch, please bring a lunch with you. Each person is $8, including chaperones. We will be able to see all the free- standing exhibits, one show and go on one ride. We are excited for the trip! Next Friday, September 13th, our TK-5th grade students can begin going to the 'special' classes at Bonsall Elementary School. We will go to music, library, dance, and farm each Friday. Interventions for language arts/writing begin next week too. Please come on Monday for middle school/high school and Wednesday for elementary students.

Reminder:

Students who are on track in their classes, attend their daily or weekly zoom and come in person can earn raffle tickets. Every week, we draw raffle tickets for the elementary and middle/high school students. Students can select raffle prizes from the prize box, get free Nessy burger items such as shakes, fries, and burgers, Starbucks gift cards or Target giftcards. Our student shout out section below will have our raffle winners listed.

Reminder:

Students are able to come in-person to work and receive support from our very talented staff between 8:30-3:00 M-F. Students can come for a short period of time or stay longer. We do have access to the hot lunch program. We also have snacks. Please have your child bring their refillable water bottle to use during the day to drink refreshing, ice cold water from our Sparklett's tank.

Elementary School 'Specials' begin next week on Friday, September 13th!

Please check out the schedule for our TK-5 grade students for dance, music, library, and farm! Students should arrive at 8:30 and will stay until 11:20. They are welcome to stay for lunch immediately following:

TK-2nd grade students( total of 6 students)

8:30-9:10: Dance with Keene/Cervantes

9:10-9:50: Library with Grygera

10:00-10:40: Music with Anaya

10:40-11:20: Farm with Latimer

3-5th grade( total of 5 students)

8:30-9;10: Farm with Lawson

9:10-9:50: Dance with Wallace

10:00-10:30: Open library, check out only plus recess

10:40-11:20: Music with Bloodsworth

Upcoming important dates:

• STAR testing grades 6-12, i-Ready grades K-8, DRA reading assessment grades K-5. Please plan to have your child attend one-two days of testing in -person. Plan to come on Friday for elementary/middle school.
• Intervention support classes ( if your child is required to attend intervention, it is listed on their action plan) Mondays: Grades 6-8th from 8:45-9:30 and Grades 9-12: 9:45-10:30 The first/third Monday will be math intervention; The 2nd/4th Monday will be language arts/writing intervention.
• Intervention support classes for elementary: Wednesdays: Grades TK-2nd: from 8:45-9:30; Grades 3-5: 9:45-10:30; The first/third Monday will be math intervention; The 2nd/4th Monday will be language arts/writing intervention.
• September 9th/11th: Writing/language arts intervention begins.
• September 12th: First field trip to Sea World, Cost $8 per person.
• 9/17: Child Nutrition Service Career day/internship @9:00; Palomar College field trip Grades 8-12 only. Bus transportation, departing at 9:45.
• 9/19: Art activity day TK-12 @10:00 a.m.; Cooking activity @10:45
• 9/23: Teacher professional development day: non student day,no school
• 9/26: Deadline for Bates Nut Farm field trip permission slip: Cost: $11, students receive a pumpkin.

School Safety Message from Bonsall Unified

The recent tragic events at Apalachee High School in Georgia and senseless loss of life are difficult to process. Our hearts go out to their community, and we recognize that our children are looking to adults for support and reassurance. Our Bonsall Unified school leaders and employees take our responsibility for the safety of our school communities very seriously, and we are committed to ensuring that our schools are safe.

To be sure, every Bonsall Unified school has a safety plan and procedures that contribute to maintaining a safe learning environment for our students. These plans are constantly reviewed by school employees, who consistently seek to implement best practices in maintaining the safety and security of our schools.

Bonsall Unified School District works closely with law enforcement agencies to build systems that aim to prevent violent episodes in local schools. In addition to ensuring physical safety prevention measures, educators also emphasize the importance of positive school climate and culture in prevention. We care deeply about our colleagues and our students. We believe that fostering a sense of connection and belonging within our school community is paramount to creating a safe environment.

We also recognize that safety is a shared responsibility. We encourage all students, staff, and families to report any safety concerns promptly. Your vigilance allows us to be proactive in addressing potential issues and maintaining a secure learning environment for all. Together, we can ensure that our schools remain safe havens for education and growth.

Shout out to Benji Perez Kaylie Ausano, Anthony Ramirez-Bautista, Jolie Kennedy, Sophia Ferrante, Chloe Ferrante , Cadence Mitchell for coming in-person to work at the learning resource center!

Shout out to Anthony Ramirez Bautista, Sophia Ferrante and Chloe Ferrante for coming in-person to complete your STAR testing!

Shout out to Clare Ferrante, Luke Ferrante, Olivia Ferrante, and Aedan Mitchell for coming in to complete your i-Ready testing!

Shout out to Benji Perez for attending daily and getting caught up on your work!

Shout out to Janet Casillas for perseverance through a difficult math problem!

Congratulations to the following raffle ticket winners: Amerie Moroyoqui, Sophia Ferrante, Kaylie Ausano, Benji Perez, Chloe Ferrante, Clare Ferrante, Zach Forsman, Jonah Parra, Elizabeth Dinh Barba, Gabby Forsman, Aedan Mitchell, Valerie Torres! Please come in and claim your prize the next time you are in the learning resource room

BUSD Families,

Please complete this application if your child would like the opportunity to be selected for a Rawhide Ranch Internship. This internship will take place on Fridays from September 20th - November 22nd, 2024. Interns will be released from class at 12:30 pm, and the absences will be a verified school activity. Parents/guardians are responsible for transportation to and from the internship at Rawhide Ranch.

Interns will have ten weeks of hands-on and interactive learning led by experienced professionals. Activities and lessons will include animal husbandry, veterinarian science, horsemanship, team building, and leadership.

We have 24 available spots, and these are only open to Bonsall Unified students in 4th - 8th grade. Students will only be accepted to one internship at Rawhide Ranch throughout their time in grades 4th-8th so that all students have an opportunity to participate.

Deadline to apply is 9:00 AM on September 11th, 2024.

BUSD Fall 2024 Animal Science Internship with Rawhide Ranch

Please contact John Norton: john.norton@bonsallusd.com for additional questions

Parents please see the flyer below from the Bonsall Education Foundation. The Foundation wants to help support our students directly by creating a fund to be used by teachers in our amazing school district. Please review and donate if you feel comfortable. All funds raised for BVA go directly to BVA students!

Shout out to Ms. Prestwood for your expertise in supporting our students in mathematics one:one intervention!
Shout out to Ms. Breuninger for supporting our students with their testing this week!

Shout out to Mr. Quinn for the support you provide your students!

BUSD Love on your back program

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FEEDING KIDS IN NEED

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After school enrichment

Did you know the District has after school enrichment opportunities at all the school sites? Please click on the link to register through 6 crickets for fabulous opportunities. Click the school site closest to your home to register.

https://www.6crickets.com/districts/Bonsall-Unified-School-District/459?refer&utm_medium=website&utm_source=school-enrichment&today=2022-05-01&district=459&type=any&include_sold_out=&page=1&any_grade=&any_date=#programs

Bonsall Unified School District partnered with Care Solace to support the well-being of students, staff, and their family members. Care Solace is a complimentary and confidential care coordination service that can help you quickly find mental health or substance use treatment options matched to your needs, regardless of circumstance.

If you would like to use Care Solace to help you find a provider:

• Call 888-515-0595. Multilingual support is available 24/7/365
• Visit www.caresolace.com/bonsallusd and either search on your own OR click “Book Appointment” for assistance by video chat, email, or phone.

(Bonsall Unified School District se asoció con Care Solace para apoyar el bienestar de los estudiantes, el personal y sus familiares. Care Solace es un servicio gratuito y confidencial de coordinación de la atención que puede ayudarlo a encontrar rápidamente opciones de tratamiento de salud mental o abuso de sustancias que se ajusten a sus necesidades, independientemente de las circunstancias.

Si desea utilizar Care Solace para encontrar un proveedor:

• Llame al 888-515-0595 disponible 24/7/365 en cualquier idioma.
• Visite www.caresolace.com/bonsallusd y busque por su cuenta O haga clic en "Reservar cita" para obtener asistencia por video chat, correo electrónico o teléfono.

Mental Health Systems: TURN 858-573-2600

In addition, Care Solace offers mental health care coordination services and can help connect you and your child with appropriate community-based providers. Whether it's counseling, therapy, or other mental health services, Care Solace can assist you in finding the support your family may need.

To access Care Solace's coordination services, simply reach out using the following options:

Call 888-515-0595: Their multilingual helpline is staffed 24/7/365.

Visit www.caresolace.com/bonsallusd: On their website, you can explore mental health providers independently or click "Book Appointment" for personalized assistance through video chat, email, or phone.

• Upcoming important dates

• 9/9: Intervention support begins for math for MS( 8:45-9:30) and HS( 9:45-10:30)
  

• 9/11: Writing intervention support begins for writing/language arts: MS(8:45-9:30); HS( 9:45-10:30)

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• 9/12: First field trip to Sea World,cost $8 per person.
  

• 9/13: Make up picture day at Sullivan Middle School for Middle School/High School in the morning. Please contact the school office.

• 9/13: Writing/language arts intervention support for elementary: TK-2( 8:45-9:30); 3-5 ( 9:45-10:30)

• 9/17: BWE's picture day is September 17th and make-up day is October 2nd; Vivian Banks picture day is also 9/17, with make up pictures on 9/30. Please contact the office manager to schedule your photos.

• 9/17: Child Nutrition services career day/internship opportunity: 9:00 a.m. Middle school/high school; donuts provided!; Palomar field trip for grades 8-12 only , departing at 9:30, return at 1:00

• 9/23: Non student day, no school. Teacher professional development

• 10/3: Bates Nut Farm field trip, cost $11 per person

• 10/15: Career day: Maintenance/grounds crew/internship: 9:30; donuts provided

Khan Academy is a great resource and wonderful way for your child to get additional help with what they're learning in school or to learn something new. Check it out!

https://www.khanacademy.org/

Florida center for reading resources is a collection of research based/teacher created Student Center Activities for use in pre-kindergarten through fifth grade classrooms. The activities are designed for students to practice, demonstrate, and extend their learning of what has already been taught, sometimes with teacher assistance and sometimes independently. Students can complete the activities in small groups, pairs, or individually.

Accompanying these Student Center Activities is a Teacher Resource Guide that offers important insights on differentiated instruction and how to use the Student Center materials.

Email: tina.calabrese@bonsallusd.com
Website: https://sites.google.com/bonsallusd.com/bonsallsvirtualacademy/enrollmentcontact
Location: 31505 Old River Road, Bonsall, CA, USA
Phone: 760-631-5200, ext. 1027