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Week of May 5th

Teacher Appreciation Week

SBAC Testing Continues

Wednesday, May 7th

School Nurse Appreciation Day

Thursday, May 8th @ 3:20 in Parent Center

Governing Council

Thursday, May 8th @ 4:00pm in Parent Center

School Site Council (SSC)

Thursday, May 8th @ 3:30 in M5

Virtual Reality Program

May 16th and May 17th

SFiAM Presents Sponge Bob the Musical

Week of May 19th

Classified Staff Appreciation Week

Thursday, May 22nd @ 5pm

Open House STEAM Night

Wednesday, June 4th @ 5:30pm

Parent Academy

June 10th

Last Day of School

June 10th @ 5:30pm in the Auditorium

8th Grade Culmination

This week is Teacher Appreciation Week, and I want to take a moment to recognize the incredible team of educators we have here at SFiAM.

Our teachers are caring, dedicated, and deeply committed to the success of every student. Teaching is no easy task—it means managing 25–30 different student personalities and needs in a single classroom, while also meeting the expectations of 25–30 different families. Some of our teachers do this six times a day with six different groups of students!

Many arrive early, stay late, spend their own money on classroom supplies, and go above and beyond to create meaningful learning experiences.

Please join me in thanking our amazing teachers for everything they do to support, guide, and inspire our students every day. A kind word, a note of appreciation, or even a simple “thank you” can go a long way.

First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt started the first national program to recognize American teachers in 1953, though the official moniker of US Teacher Appreciation Day or Week was not coined until the 1980s. When is Teacher Appreciation Day? Celebrated during the first full week of May, the celebratory week surrounds Teacher Appreciation Day, a single day, usually a Tuesday, in the week chosen to honor educators.

At SFiAM, our teachers are at the heart of all the learning that happens each day. They dedicate countless hours to finding creative and meaningful ways to bring learning to life for our students.

SFiAM is now enrolling for the 2025–2026 school year!
If you know a family who might be interested, please encourage them to fill out our interest form, stop by our office, or give us a call at (818) 837-5455.
No appointment is needed for a tour — we’re always happy to make time to show families around!
At SFiAM, we pride ourselves on offering a welcoming environment and programs designed to meet the needs of every student.

Keep an eye out for your child’s progress report—this is the final one before semester grades are issued. You can always call the office or stop by if you would like a copy printed for you.

We encourage you to sit down with your child and check their Schoology account together to make sure all assignments have been submitted.

If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Ms. Ortiz, our academic counselor, or your child’s teacher. We’re here to support you every step of the way!

This week, we’ll be practicing how to respond to an emergency that requires evacuation when students are not in class—an important part of ensuring everyone’s safety. We will be practicing evacuating to the field after lunch on Monday and Wednesday.

To make the drill a little more engaging, we’ll be recognizing the advisory class that is most prepared and organized each day with a small prize!

We kindly ask for your help reminding your child:
👉 If there is ever a fire alarm or real emergency while they are not in a class, they should go directly to the field and sit with their advisory class.

While we hope to never face a real emergency, practicing these procedures helps all of us stay ready. Thank you for your continued support in making safety a top priority at SFiAM!

State Testing Continues – Week 2!
This is a continued opportunity for students to show all they have learned throughout the school year.

To help them do their best, please make sure your child is well-rested, eats a good breakfast, and is at school every day.

We are here to support every student and make this a positive and low-stress experience.

Remember, every child is on their own unique academic journey, and we are proud of each and every one of them!

🎉 Student of the Week Shoutouts! 🎉
We’re so proud of our amazing Jaguars—check out this week’s stars! 🌟

• Damian Arias – Excellent Effort – Ake 💪

• Sebastian Caudillo – Outstanding Improvement – Garret 🚀

• Emely Castillo – Peak Performance – Yoli 🌟

• Sophia Delgado – Craft Master – Ms. Ashley 🎨

• Susana Diaz – Excellent Effort – Sanchez 👏

• Lydia Gallardo – Excellent Effort – Gonzalez 📝

• Victor Hernandez – Peak Performance – Hoosh 🏆

• Johanna Mendez – Outstanding Improvement – Edith 📈

• Vielka Reyes – Super Scientist – Erwin 🔬

• Leandro Valerio – Great Gardener – Ortega 🌱

• Fernanda Villegas – Kind Classmate – Wade 💖

Advisory class is a special time for students to learn how to make positive choices and navigate the many challenges of middle school life.

This week, our discussions will focus on friendships, family culture, and what it means to be part of a group. These conversations help students better understand themselves and the people around them as they grow and learn together.

Thank you for supporting these important moments of reflection and connection!

🎉 Family Challenge Night: Strengthening Family Bonds Through Play, Creativity, and Adventure!

Get ready for a night of laughter, teamwork, and family fun! Families will team up to take on exciting games, creative challenges, and adventure-inspired activities that strengthen communication and connection. Along the way, you’ll pick up simple ideas to bring more joy and play into everyday life.
Dinner will be provided, and prizes will be awarded to participating families. Come ready to play, create, and make lasting memories together!

👉 RSVP here to attend: https://forms.gle/CBYJAvpBm2FZCPPp8

The 8th Grade Panorama Photo is Now Available!
You can order your photo using the link below or stop by the SFiAM office to pick up an order form.
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out — we’re happy to help!

School2Home is proud to be one of SFiAM’s partners, supporting technology integration through staff training, parent workshops, and professional development.
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