Christa McAuliffe Email Template

*Please take a moment and check out our school marquee for important dates*

April 25th: Fire Drill, 9:15 AM

April 29th - May 2nd: CAASPP Testing, School Dismiss at 1:15 PM

May 7th: Minimum Day, School Dismiss At 1:15 PM

May 22nd: 8th Grade Awards Night, MPR, 6:00 PM

May 26th: Memorial Day, No School

May 29th: 7th Grade Last Day of School

May 30th: 8th Grade Promotion Day, Blacktop, 9:30 AM

Lodi Unified School District Families:

This important update is being shared regarding smartphone use during school in 2025-2026.

Beginning next school year, students will be required to keep their smartphones turned off and stored in their backpacks during the regular school day. This practice, already in place at many of our elementary and middle schools, aligns with Lodi Unified School District’s Board Policy 5131: Student Conduct.

This Board of Education approved change is designed to reduce distractions, support student mental health, minimize instances of cyberbullying and support student academic discourse throughout the school day. Research strongly supports limiting phone use during the school day, and similar policies are being adopted in schools across the state. In fact, California’s Assembly Bill 3216 will require school districts to adopt such policies by July 1, 2026. Please note that exceptions will be made for students with medical needs or accommodations outlined in their IEPs.

We understand that this may change how you communicate with your child during the day, even though they will be able to retrieve messages or return calls at the end of the regular school day. Our school offices are always available to relay important messages, and students can use office phones if needed. In the event of an emergency, it's essential that students stay focused on staff instructions. First responders recommend limiting phone use to ensure safety and clear communication.

We’ll share more information as the school year approaches, but we appreciate your support in preparing your student for this shift. Please take a moment to discuss these expectations with your child.

Thank you for partnering with us to create a safe and focused learning environment.

We are pleased to announce that the PE department will be hosting the 8th Grade Field Day Thursday May 22nd. The day will include four different inflatables, games, a pizza lunch, a movie, a color run, and treats. This event is always a great time for both the 8th grade students and staff, so we thank the PE department in advance for hosting this!

8th Grade students who are not able to follow the Eagle Code of being Respectful, Responsible, and Safe, prior to the 8th Grade Field will not be attending the event.

The School Accountability Report Card (SARC) provides parents and the community with important information about each public school. Lodi Unified School District’s SARCs are available on the District’s webpage at https://www.lodiusd.net/about/sarcs. If you have questions regarding Lodi Unified’s SARCs or would like to receive a printed copy of a particular school, please contact Accounting at (209) 331-7141. For further information on School Accountability Report Cards, please visit the California Department of Education's web site at https://www.cde.ca.gov/ta/ac/sa/.

Dear Lodi USD Parent/Guardians,

Every year, California students take several statewide tests. When combined with other measures such as grades, class work, and teacher observations, these tests give families and teachers a more complete picture of their child’s learning. You can use the results to identify where your child is doing well and where they might need more support. Your child may be taking one or more of the following:

• California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP)
• English Language Proficiency Assessments for California (ELPAC)
• Physical Fitness Test (PFT)

To see the full information on the above assessments, please visit our Assessment, Research, and Evaluation (ARE) Department website. Please select the Annual Notification of Testing, 2024-2025 link.

Lodi USD Community Input Needed

LCAP Thought Exchange (K-12)

(K-12 Principals, please include the information below in your next site weekly newsletter to obtain parent input. Deadline to submit input is April 18, 2025)

Lodi USD invites you to share your thoughts on the district’s Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP)! Your input is essential in shaping our priorities and ensuring our students receive the support they need.

Please take a moment to participate in our Thought Exchange by clicking the link below:

🔗 https://tejoin.com/scroll/308859188

Your feedback will help guide the development of our LCAP moving forward. Thank you for being a valued part of our community!

Use the link or QR code to access Thought Exchange survey.

Lodi USD has released a new Middle School Course Catalog! It includes information about core subjects such as English Language Arts, Math, Science, Social Science, Physical Education, and foreign languages (available at select sites). Please note that elective offerings vary by school, and site staff will provide additional details. The catalog also includes information about A-G requirements to help families understand college and career readiness. While the College/Career Indicator (CCI) and Career Technical Education (CTE) pathways are part of high school, middle school is a great time to start thinking about future opportunities.

Click on the link below for the MS Course Catalog (English):

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1B0dIGc21Zu6vfUKQbOAzVIZ0gBDmxLkK/view?usp=sharing

To purchase your child's school portrait. Please go to www.mylifetouch.com and with your student ID or picture day ID: EVTQRZBVQ.

April 4th - 5th at 6:30 PM, in the Bear Creek Library. Doors open at 5:00 PM

May 6th - 9th: Athletic Parent Orientation

May 19th: Physicals at Bear Creek

If you have not already done so, please fill out the Online Parent Portal Online Data. The following is a “how to” video that walks you through the process. https://youtu.be/v-LrRcpOtOQ Christa McAuliffe will receive $2,000 for every student whose parent fills one out so please make sure to get this completed.

The following is a links to the i-ready family center: https://readyclassroomcentral.com/familycenter/

This page has resources for families to help their students with i-ready. They have frequently asked questions about i-ready, tips and information about what an i-ready classroom looks like.

The following is a link to how students navigate the i-ready dashboard:

https://mcauliffe.lodiusd.net/resources/math-help

We are excited to inform you that your children have recently completed reading and math diagnostics through i-Ready, an adaptive assessment program by Curriculum Associates. These diagnostics are designed to identify your child's strengths and areas for growth in these crucial subjects. We believe that this valuable data will help us tailor our instructional approach to better support your child's academic journey.

To review your child's data and gain insights into their performance, we invite you to access the flyer provided at the following links:

English Letter for Families

• https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ZIsneR5PJ5IlR8S7tmxotVn76wJ4C_-w/view?usp=sharing
  

Spanish Letter for Families

• https://drive.google.com/file/d/1kXWGzWfdkODCslVUM_NDZzlDXRc3y-wR/view?usp=sharing

This flyer will provide you with detailed instructions on how to navigate and interpret the i-Ready diagnostic results. Your active involvement in this process is greatly appreciated and will contribute to your child's educational success.

Chromebook Care Plan Purchases: Please fill out the Chromebook Care Plan Purchases so that your students’ Chromebooks are insured. https://www.lodiusd.net/fs/form-manager/view/76fedbe8-c0a3-482e-ae5b-a38ed84ef4fb

Christa McAuliffe PTA is proud to invite you to join us in our mission; to act as a powerful voice for children; be a relevant resource for our school, families, and community; and to advocate for the well-being and education of all children. PTA annual membership is just $10 per family. If you have any questions, please contact PTA at christamcauliffepta@gmail.com

Morning Program, 7:30-8:30 AM, Daily: Staff provide supervision for students who need to be dropped off early in the MPR.

Bridge Program, 3:15 PM – 6:00 PM, Daily: This program provides a variety of activities throughout the afternoon. Please stop by the MPR for more details. Space is limited. Below is a link for the after school bridge enrollment.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScv-0fQtvzOYAPk058YDXhWk-yfaz9vJ4FlM8GAq0H5FOpvHA/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0

Art Club: Mondays, from 3:15 to 4:15 PM. Please meet in room 215.

Christian Club: Starting August 29th, from 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM. It is open to all. Come join us in room 123.

Garden Club: Tuesdays, from 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM. Students will meet in room 110. If you are interested in joining the club. Please let Ms. Tolbert or Dr. Hawkins know.