Village Explorer Weekly Update

Village Explorer Families,

It has been another successful week at Village! Our Veterans Day celebration on Friday was an amazing success. We were so grateful to all of the Veterans and active military members who showed up for breakfast took part in our military stations set up throughout our campus. A huge shout out to Leslie Harrison and all of our volunteers who helped make our celebration possible.

As a reminder, we have no school on Monday, November 11th in observance of Veterans Day. Please read the newsletter closely for important information and updates.

• November 11th: Veterans Day (No School)
• November 14th: Extended arts enrichment lesson (1st and 4th Grade)
• November 15th: Flag Assembly (8:15-8:30 AM) followed by the Principal's Coffee Chat (8:30-9:00 AM in Village Hall)
• November 20th - 22nd: Preschool Parent / Teacher Conferences
• November 21st: Extended arts enrichment lesson (2nd and 5th Grade)
• November 22nd: Mad Science presentation for 3rd Grade students
• November 22nd: Flag Assembly (8:15-8:30 on the Lower Playground)

We appreciate all of the volunteers working at our school on a daily basis! In order to make the sign in process more streamlined, please fill out this form for any days that you will be volunteering in the upcoming week, and we will have your pass pre-printed out for you.

The Village Staff does not begin their supervision until 8:00 AM when the gates open. Please make sure that you are supervising your child outside of the gates before arrival begins.

This year, one of our goals is to reduce Chronic Absenteeism from 11% to 5%. The effects of Chronic Absenteeism on a student are significant and more information is located here. Absenteeism whether excused or unexcused also has a financial impact on our school as we do not receive the daily revenue from students who are absent. The graph below shows our progress each month of being above 95% Average Daily Attendance. We will also include roughly how much revenue the school has lost due to absences. If we reach our monthly goal, each student will receive a popsicle at lunch.

Total Absences: 1184

Revenue lost due to absences: $65,120

We have reached our goal in the following months:

• September!
• October!

Start spreading the news! The CSF Online Auction, in conjunction with this year's Gala on November 16th, is open for bidding through Monday, November 18th. This year’s auction features a host of unique items, including fabulous local deals, hotel stays, experiences, private art classes for kids and so much more. Bid to support our kids at csfkids.org/onlineauction!

Hello Military Families -

This has been a historic week for the Unites States! If you could use some support in working through your feelings, here are a couple of resources:

MILITARY RESOURCES:

• Military and Family Life Counselor (MFLC): MFLCs are attached to numerous school sites. See listing in email below or call me to find out if your school site has an MFLC.
• Military OneSource: https://www.militaryonesource.mil/confidential-help/non-medical-counseling/military-onesource/free-confidential-face-to-face-non-medical-counseling/
  Military OneSource offers Military and Family Life Counselors for free, confidential face-to-face non-medical counseling. To schedule call 800-342-9647.
• Fleet & Family Support Center (FFSC): https://sandiego.navylifesw.com/programs/bd736ed6-780c-4c63-9a1b-cd0cd5db73fb
  FFSC offers a wide range of confidential and no-cost counseling and assistance. Appointments can be made through Centralized Scheduling at 1-866-923-6478.
• Family Forces – offers a variety of counseling services for the military community. They work with Tricare insurance. (brochure attached)

COMMUNITY RESOURCES: (please note: this is not an exhaustive list)

• Chula Vista Family Counseling Center: https://www.fhcsd.org/chula-vista-family-counseling-center/
• Safe Harbor Coronado: https://safeharborcoronado.com
• San Ysidro Health: https://www.syhealth.org/services/behavioral-health

San Diego County is collaborating with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in the launching of a survey called the Assessment of Chemical Exposures. It will help public health and emergency response leaders learn more about health concerns and impacts from sewage and pollution in the Tijuana River Valley. You can participate in the online survey, in English or Spanish, through November 22. Your participation is voluntary and confidential. Your input will help provide insight to understand how the sewage crisis is affecting your health and our community. Survey: https://redcap.link/tjrv2024

As always, please reach out to me if I can be of assistance with any school-related questions or Navy resource inquires.

Have a safe and happy holiday weekend!

• Coronado Unified School District: https://coronadousd.net
• Read the latest CUSD Newsroom communications from Superintendent, Karl Mueller at www.coronadousd.net.
• 2024-2025 Online Registration for New Students: https://coronadousd.net/Parents--Students-/Online-Registration-for-2023-24/index.html. Plus, download a copy of the District Calendar.
• Bus Transportation Request Form (SSES, NAB residents attending VES, & CMS): click here
• Free Preschool Program Enrollment: https://coronadopreschool.com/Admissions/Admissions-and-Application/index.html
• Free Breakfast and Lunch Meals for ALL Enrolled Students for the 2024-2025 School Year – check with your school site for implementation details.
• Governing Board Meeting Recordings – click here, Next Meeting: November 21, 4 pm
• HAPPENING NOW! CMS Military Club: Wednesdays, 1:45-2:45 pm in Granzer Hall. Open to ALL 6th, 7th & 8th grade students.
• CHS On-Campus College Visits: 2024 list continuously updated
• CHS College Application Workshops in Room 202 (Now-Nov): https://chs.coronadousd.net/Academics/CHS-Counseling/index.html
• Guaranteed Cal State San Marcos Admission: Applies to students who complete A-G requirements with C or higher, minimum 2.5 GPA, take CAASPP, submit FAFSA or CADA, complete CSU San Marcos application. See your counselor for full details.
• Safe Harbor Coronado Aloha Club Welcome Bags - To welcome new military families to Coronado, the NBC School Liaison Program partners with an amazing local organization called Safe Harbor Coronado. Through their Aloha Club, they connect new families with existing ones in the community to serve as a resource and help build connections throughout the year. They also offer a "Welcome Bag" delivered to your door. To sign up visit https://safeharborcoronado.org/new-to-coronado.
• Create for a Cause at CHS Lunch: November 13, CHS Library Conference Room – Create handmade bracelets, bags, and cards for youth in need.

As always, please reach out to me if I can be of assistance with any school-related questions or Navy resource inquires.

• School Website
• Student Handbook
• Parent Directions for Using CANVAS Learning Management System

We want you to be "in the know"! Read our weekly email, and please check our website to stay up to date on school news, programs, and upcoming events.

Check out and "like" our Facebook page to see photos of student events and programs!

August 19th: Staff Return Date

August 22nd: First Day of School

August 28th: Back to School Night (4:00 PM)

September 2nd: Labor Day (No School)

September 12th: PTO Bingo for Books

September 27th: Professional Learning Day

October 4th: CHS Homecoming Parage

October 14th: Fall Holiday (No School)

October 18th: PTO Harvest Ho-Down

October 28th: Family Teacher Conferences (all week)

November 8th: Veterans Day Celebration

November 11th: Veterans Day (No School)

November 25-29th: Thanksgiving Break

December 13th: PTO: Holiday Movie Night

December 23rd- January 3rd: Winter Break

January 20th: MLK Day (No School)

January 23rd: Semester 1 Ends

January 24th: Teacher Work Day

January 25th: Pancake Breakfast

February 10th: Lincoln Day (No School)

February 17th: President's Day (No School)

February 28th: PTO Winter Dance

March 21st: PTO Jog-A-Thon

March 31st-April 4th: Spring Break

April 15-27: Family Teacher Conferences

April 24th: PTO: Talent Show

May 5th-7th: Staff Appreciation Week

May 12th-23rd: CAASPP Testing

May 26th: Memorial Day (No School)

May 30th: PTO: Movie Night

June 5th: Volunteer Appreciation Assembly

June 12th: Last Day Of School

Email: peter.kuhns@coronadousd.net
Website: https://village.coronadousd.net/
Location: 600 6th Street, Coronado, CA, USA
Phone: 619-522-8915
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CoronadoVillageElementary