BSC Weekly Newsletter

Meet Mr. Rodriguez: "With over 11 years of experience in teaching computer technology and STEAM subjects, I have cultivated a deep passion for educating and inspiring students in the realms of science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics. My career has been enriched by my work with LEGO, where I had the opportunity to engage with cutting-edge robotics and educational tools. Additionally, I run a non-profit organization dedicated to robotics competitions, where we focus on providing students with hands-on learning experiences and fostering their interest in STEM fields."

Learn more about Mr. Rodriguez' Enriched Minds classes HERE!

Our annual S.T.E.M. Night event will be on Friday, September 27 from 3-6:00 PM. Our scholars will get to experience a variety of unique, interesting, and fun STEM activities and challenges. Parents will need to attend with their scholar.

We are also looking for plenty of volunteers to help make the event run smoothly. Please signup for a shift or two here.

A secret reward level was unlocked when a second class reached 100% participation. Ms. Amthor's 4th grade class will get a pizza party, and so will the next 3 classes to reach 100%!

In addition, ALL classes that reach 80% will get a popsicle party, and ALL classes that reach 100% will get a restaurant coupon!

We are at 62% of our goal!

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As part of the second-grade social studies curriculum, students will be discovering how daily life has changed over time. A powerful way to learn about the past and our family history is through listening to stories from our elders. To commence the Heritage Unit, Room 4 Scholars invited grandparents for a Grandparents' Tea. The grandparents sat with the scholars and shared stories of their own youth and school days, then had a few treats in the style of a “tea.” This memorable event helped our young scholars practice speaking and listening skills, and more importantly learn about the importance of oral history that can be passed down through generations."

Fun Fact: Grandparents' Day or National Grandparents' Day is a secular holiday celebrated in various countries; it is celebrated to show the bond between grandparents and grandchildren. It occurs on the first Sunday after Labor Day.

Mrs. Bass' Room 31 class put on a wonderful Aesop's Fables musical last week. Well done scholars!

A few scholars from Mrs. Nelson's Room 7 class met at Northridge Park, had some snacks and played together off school campus! It was a successful Sunday morning. Check out some of the other playdates happening all around our neighborhood below!

Interested in having an off-campus casual playdate with your scholar's class? Reach out to your Room Parents to help coordinate!

BSC held their September Meeting last week and reviewed a few key initiatives. Here are the highlights in case you missed our zoom!

- Water Fountains: Work is well underway to install new bottle fillers and water fountains. Plumbing and electrical work appear to be completed. Installation of fountains and water testing should follow in the coming days.

- Fencing: We have received quotes for 2 vendors for a graphic mesh material and a grass/turf style covering and are seeking a quote for slats from an approved LAUSD vendor

- Murals: The district gave Balboa a fresh coat of paint a year ago and we are looking for new murals and art for the bare walls around campus. Please let us know if you know any artists/muralists that create works that are appropriate for our space and might be interested in the opportunity.

- Upcoming Events: Harvest Pumpkin Festival - Tuesday, October 22, 2:00 – 5:00PM

- Next BSC Meeting: Tentatively Tuesday, Oct 15, 2024, 8:30 AM in the PTR and Zoom.

Review our September meeting presentation and minutes by clicking the links.

Sign up to help volunteer for your own scholar's class and help out any other classes you might see need a volunteer or two. Click here to signup. Save this link to signup for new dates as they continue to be added.

Please note: You must be a district approved, on-campus volunteer to assist during Psychomotor. Please do not signup yet if you have not received confirmation that you have been approved to volunteer.

It takes a great deal of effort to put together our yearbook. Please help by joining the yearbook committee and distribute the work amongst a group of dedicated and creative volunteers. Click here to read the different opportunities and signup.

Register to be an on-campus volunteer to help out during the school day. Classroom support, Psychomotor, Field Trips, and more. There are plenty of ways to help out. To learn more and to apply, please visit the LAUSD Volunteer Portal. You need to re-apply for each school year.

For questions, please contact Lisa Henderson: lisa.henderson@lausd.net

Shop our BSC Store and purchase your Spirit Wear shirt, hat, and hoodies for your scholar! https://www.balboaparents.org/spirit-store.html