Dear Sunset Families,

February is here, bringing new opportunities for growth, learning, and community connection! As we move forward in the school year, we continue to focus on kindness, perseverance, and celebrating each student’s progress.

This month is filled with exciting events, from classroom activities to special celebrations. February also reminds us to take a moment to appreciate the friendships and support systems that make our school such a special place. Let’s continue to lift each other up, stay engaged, and make the most of every learning moment!

Thank you for being such a valuable part of our Sunset community—we appreciate your partnership and support!

Looking forward to a fantastic month ahead!

Thomas Fletcher

Principal

Sunset Elementary School

Brand new"ish" news...

•Safety Scouts~ Tuesday night I had the honor and privilege to introduce our Sunset Safety Squad to the LVJUSD Board of Education. These students have taken on a true leadership role within our school, demonstrating responsibility, integrity, and a commitment to making Sunset a more positive place for all. As Safety Scouts, our 4th and 5th graders voluntarily step up during primary recess to reinforce our PBIS expectations. They actively model kindness, respect and safe play while recognizing and rewarding our younger students who do the same. Through their efforts, they are not just keeping recess safe but also building a strong foundation of community and positive behavior for our youngest learners

•Kindness Challenge Family Edition~ If you would like to participate in the Family Kindness Challenge, Check out the attached checklist below. It's a lot of fun.

•Computer Usage~ As we continue to foster a positive and engaging school environment, we kindly ask for your support in encouraging students to refrain from using their computers before the school day begins. While this is not an enforceable rule outside of school hours, we believe that starting the day interacting with friends, getting fresh air, and preparing for learning sets a much better tone for the day ahead.

This is simply a request out of respect for the school environment, and we appreciate your partnership in helping students build good habits. Thank you for your continued support in making Sunset a great place to learn and grow!

•Livermore Learns “Coping with Divorce”~ Tuesday, February 11 from 7-8pm: This webinar, presented by Kaiser, is designed to provide practical strategies and emotional guidance for families. They will cover communication techniques, co-parenting tips, ways to support student’s emotional well-being, and tips to help families adjust to their new family dynamic. Here is a Link to their Flyer.

•LVEF’s Make Time for Music - Festival of Choirs: Come and enjoy a musical showcase of middle and high school choirs on Friday, February 21 at 7pm in the LHS Theater. Make Time for Music - Festival of Choirs is a fundraiser hosted by Livermore Valley Education Foundation benefitting LVJUSD music programs. Purchase your tickets HERE. Link to flyer.

•PTO Sunset Talent Show~ Sunset PTO is excited to be hosting the Sunset Talent Show on Saturday, March 8th. Acts are open to all 3rd, 4th and 5th grade students at Sunset, see flyer for details.

Virtual Submissions Deadline: February 17, 2025

Submission Form: bit.ly/Sunset_Talent_25

•Science Odyssey 2025~ Save the Date for LVJUSD’s 2025 Science Odyssey. Student presentations and judging will take place on April 9, 2025, with the exhibits open to the public on April 10, 2025. Please check out the district webpage for more info!

•Science Odyssey Logo Contest~ LVJUSD students in grades TK-12 are invited to submit their original artwork for the 2025 Science Odyssey Logo Contest. Winning designs will be chosen in three categories: Elementary School, Middle School, and High School, and featured in promotional materials for the event. All entries AND the registration form must be submitted by February 7, 2025. See attached flier.

•Kindness Week is Feb 11th-14th

•Sunset Bell Schedule and Calendar are both attached below.

This will be the third year of summer camps with Breakaway. We will be at Sunset Elementary and fully staffed with LVJUSD teachers. While we know there are a lot of great options out there for kids, we feel you would be hard pressed to find a better experience. Breakaway offers a full day of enrichment activities, including recreation, riveting activities and even reptiles! Check out the attached flier and our instagram @breakaway.summercamp

Here is a quick link for registration. https://bit.ly/Breakaway2025

AFTER-SCHOOL FLAG FOOTBALL! Sunset & Skyhawks Sports Academy present...

Coached by: Sergio “Coach Snacks” & Vishal “Coach V”

When: Thursdays | March 6th - 27th 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM (Afterschool)

Whether you're new or experienced, we’ll help you level up your skills!

See attached flyer to register!

2/11/25-2/14/25~ Kindness Week

2/13/25~ PTO BINGO (Doors open @6:00 PM)

3/3/25 - 3/14/25~ Golden Sneaker

3/8/25~ Talent Show

3/21/25~ Sunset Gala

4/28/25-5/2/25~ CAASPP Testing 3rd-5th Grade

•Fun Runners~ It is back on Wednesdays before school. Register at: https://sunsetpto.membershiptoolkit.com/form/m/305646

•Kona Ice:

Sunset PTO Website

In accordance with security guidance, IT has updated student passwords to 9-digits. That means students with 8-digit student IDs will need to add a leading zero and students with 7-digit student IDs will need to add two leading zeros to be able to log in. Students with 9-digit student IDs or who had previously changed their password to a personal password were not affected.

If students need help, they can get help from their teachers when school starts.

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Email: tfletcher@lvjusd.org
Website: https://www.livermoreschools.org/sunset
Location: 1671 Frankfurt Way, Livermore, CA, USA
Phone: 925.606.5230