We are very excited to have cooler temperatures this week.

We still have a significant amount of students that still need their data confirmed in Aeries for the school year. Directions and other information is listed below.

Last week we did experience some seismic activity. We complete an annual disaster drill in October and multiple drop and cover drills throughout the year to help prepare ourselves and our students for these types of events.

If you want additional information on how to prepare your family at home, please click on the link below:

https://www.earthquakeauthority.com/california-earthquake-risk/personal-preparedness/seven-steps-to-earthquake-safety

Please continue reading for additional updates.

Go Mustangs!

Stacy Walker, Principal

Santa Susana Elementary

stacy.walker@simivalleyusd.org

Al lado de esta página, uno tiene la opción de elegir la opción de "translate" para poder leer la información en español.

Haga clic en el boletín en su correo electrónico. Se abrirá el boletín en el sitio web. Puede hacer clic en traducir en la parte inferior.

Each school year, all students' information in Aeries needs to be reviewed and updated. If you need assistance doing this, please contact the office. I encourage you to use a computer and not a mobile device to complete this. It seems to work much better. It is very important to update Aeries annually so we have up to date contact information in case of an emergency. You will also be allowed to give your student permission to check out a library book. The orange button below will take you to the Aeries Parent Portal.

Here are some additional directions from our school librarian:

Dear Parent/Guardian,

Your student needs your permission before checking out library books. Please go to Aeries and follow this path (photographs attached for visual help):

1. https://simivalleyusd.aeries.net/student/LoginParent.aspx

2. Student Info (on the left-hand side)

3. Data Confirmation (on the left-hand side)

4. Complete all sections

5. Choose “Authorizations.” Choose “Consent to check out books;” it is the third from the bottom.

Estimada Padre/Guardián,

Su estudiante necesita su permiso antes de sacar un libro de la biblioteca. Por favor, va al sitio web y sigue estas instrucciones (fotografías adjuntas para ayuda visual):

1. https://simivalleyusd.aeries.net/student/LoginParent.aspx

2. Información del alumno (a la izquierda)

3. Confirmar Información (a la izquierda)

4. Completa todas las secciones

5. Selecciona “Autorizaciones.” Selecciona “Consentimiento de sacar materials de la biblioteca;” es el tercero del fin.

To register for the program through an ELOP scholarship, please go to 6crickets.com and follow the directions below.

1. Go to www.6crickets.com

2. Language can be changed to Spanish at the top

3. Click on the “Parents” button (blue)

4. Click on “Programs at Your School”

5. Enter school name

6. Click on the enrichment session

7. Enter email or phone number to receive an access code

8. Enter access code and complete checkout

Para registrarse en el programa de enriquecimiento a través de una beca ELOP, ingrese a 6crickets.com y siga las instrucciones a continuación.

1. Ir a www.6crickets.com

2. Puede cambiar el idioma a español en la parte superior. Hemos marcado con un círculo donde necesita hacer clic para cambiar el idioma a español.

3. Haga clic en el botón de padres (azul)

4. Haga clic en “Programas en tu escuela”

5. Escriba el nombre de su escuela y haga clic en Registro

6. Haga clic en el programa/clase de enriquecimiento

7. Ingresar su dirección de correo electrónico o número de teléfono para recibir un código de acceso

8. Ingresar el código de acceso y completar la inscripción

Dear Parents,

School portraits taken by Cornerstone Photography are now available for viewing and ordering! All orders must be placed online and will be mailed directly home. To view your portrait, click the link below and enter your online code which is and STSU your Student ID. If you do not know your child’s student ID, please contact our school office and we will provide it for you.

CLICK HERE TO VIEW YOUR PORTRAIT

Online Code: STSU+Student ID (For Example: STSU123456)

What if I missed picture day?

A makeup opportunity is scheduled for Monday, October 21st for those who missed picture day or for those who are not satisfied with their portrait and want to try again.

For additional questions, you may contact customercare@cornerstone.photo or (805) 529-1635.

Queridos Padres,

¡Tenemos buenas noticias! ¡Los retratos escolares tomados por Cornerstone Photography ya están disponibles para ver y ordenar! Todos los pedidos deben realizarse en línea, incurrirán en un cargo de envío de $5 y se enviarán por correo directamente a casa. Para ver su retrato, haga clic en el enlace a continuación e ingrese su código en línea que es STSU y su identificación de estudiante. Si no conoce la identificación de estudiante de su hijo, comuníquese con la oficina de nuestra escuela y se la proporcionaremos.

HAGA CLIC AQUI PARA VER LA FOTO

Código en línea: STSU+Identificación del Estudiante (Por Ejemplo: STSU123456)

¿Qué pasa si me perdí el día de la foto?

Una oportunidad de fotos está programada para 10/21/24 para aquellos que se perdieron el día de la foto o para aquellos que no están satisfechos con su retrato y quieren volver a intentarlo.

Si tiene preguntas adicionales, puede comunicar customercare@cornerstone.photo o (805) 529-1635.

PTA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/santasusanaelementarypta/

PTA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SSEMustangsPTA/

Please join our PTA by clicking the link below. You can also join at school, using a membership envelope. We appreciate your support!

https://jointotem.com/ca/simi-valley/santa-susana-elementary-pta

Our annual membership drive runs through the end of the month. Classes with 100% participation will receive a special treat from the PTA.

Click on the document below for our latest membership drive information.

“Accepting Imperfection”

The 2024-25 Reflections program theme was selected from student entries nationwide. Paige Opaska, an 8th grader from Barbara Bush Middle School PTA in San Antonio, Texas, submitted the winning theme. Paige says, "'Accepting Imperfection' is a reminder to myself that mistakes are welcome because they are a part of being human. Our flaws are as much a part of us as our strengths, so being imperfect should be perfect enough for us."

The Reflections Art Program has brought the arts to life for more than 10 million students since 1969. California State PTA and its members and families are at the forefront of this amazing program, which increases community awareness of the importance of arts in education.

Reflections encourages students of all ages to:

• Unleash creative talents and be inspired

• Express themselves imaginatively in their artwork

• Experience the fun and joy of making art

• Tap into critical thinking skills to create art inspired by the annual theme

• Receive positive recognition for their original works of art.

Find out more here: https://capta.org/programs-events/reflections/

Simi Valley PTSA submission deadlines to be announced soon!

Join us at Yogurtland for more tasty treats on Friday and help earn funds for our PTA! You will need to present the flier at time of purchase. Fliers will be sent home this week.

Every year at Santa Susana we use the Core Value program. We discuss a value each month and use this as part of our Student of the Month program. This month our value will be COMPASSION.

School begins daily at 8:30 AM.

Dismissal is at 2:39 PM.

The school opens for students at 8:00 daily.

We provide breakfast service for any student that wishes to eat from 8:00 AM- 8:20 AM.

9/26- Art Teachers on Campus

9/27- ELAC in MPR- 9:00 AM

FIRE DRILL- 1:30 PM

9/30- School Site Council- 3:00 PM

The office is open daily from 8:00 AM- 4:00 PM. We are here to assist you!

(805) 520-6765

The contact information of our office staff members is listed below.

Ms. Hunter- Office Manager

wendy.hunter@simivalleyusd.org

Mrs. Blackburn- Student Attendance

kristina.blackburn@simivalleyusd.org

Mrs. Mancia- Community Liaison

ashly.mancia@simivalleyusd.org

Meals for September

The Dinner Site Calendar is linked here. Meals are available to all families in need. Samaritan Center also serves breakfast and lunch. Families can also use the showers but need to meet with a caseworker at Samaritan Center to set this up.

Food Pantries

Samaritan Center and Still Waters Cafe continue to serve as our local food pantries. There is also a food pantry in Moorpark, held at Moorpark College on Tuesdays from 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. and Saturdays from 12:30 - 2:30 p.m. More information can be found here.

Food Share App

This app allows families to locate the nearest food pantry or dinner site that is currently open. It is location-based and provides real-time information.

Digital Mental/Behavioral Health Resources

The state has released two new apps for families and children:

For children 0-12: BrightLife Kids - A CalHope Program by Brightline

For teens and young adults 13-25: Soluna | California's Mental Health App for 13 - 25 year olds

Additional resources for foster and homeless families can be found here.

School Vision

The Santa Susana community will help students become their best selves.

Email: stacy.walker@simivalleyusd.org
Website: https://santasusana.simivalleyusd.org/
Location: 4300 Apricot Road, Simi Valley, CA, USA
Phone: (805)520-6765
Facebook: facebook.com/Santasusanaelementary
Twitter: @ssemustangs