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At Santa Rita Elementary School, we foster curious, motivated learners who reach their highest potential in a supportive community that appreciates diversity.

May 16 - PTA General Meeting 7pm in Multi

May 17 - All school walk to Egan to watch SR students perform Aladdin 10am-12pm

May 18 - Pet Parade in downtown Los Altos - come march with Santa Rita - parade starts at 10am

May 18- Aladdin at Egan 7pm - Tickets

May 19- Aladdin at Egan 2pm- Tickets

May 21- STEM Challenge at lunch

May 22 - Spring Concert for 4th-6th grades

May 23 - Art Docent Art Show at Santa Rita (multi) 5:30-7pm

May 23 - Santa Rita Open House 6-7pm

May 24 - Minimum Day 12:15 dismissal

May 27 - Memorial Day - No School

May 29 - Science Olympiad- Volunteer Here

May 31 - Minimum Day 12:15 dismissal

June 5- Last Day to vPick up school medication by today. Medication can not be stored over summer break.

June 5 - Last Day of School - 6th grade graduation 9am; dismissal TK-5th 11:30am

• LASD 2023-2024 Calendar
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It is that time in May where all of our exciting events happen!

First, thank you to everyone who made this week so special for all the staff here at Santa Rita. I big shout out to Kelly Sanders-Lo for putting it all together.

Tonight is our final PTA meeting of the year at 7pm in the Multi. We would love to see many of you there.

Tomorrow, Santa Rita has 2 exciting assemblies! The first is Taiko Drummers who will be here during morning assembly. ALL are welcome to stay and watch. Second, the school will be walking over to Egan to watch our Santa Rita actors in Aladdin and a pre-show by Kinder through 2nd graders.

Aladdin will also be performed on Saturday at 7 pm and Sunday at 2 pm in the Egan Gym. Hope to see many of you there. You can buy Aladdin Tickets on line for $20 or at the door for $25.

Next Tuesday, is our final STEM Challenge at lunch. Students do not need to build or bring anything, just come to the multi after eating. Parents, we would love for you to come and help. Please email Mrs. Rafferty if you can attend, krafferty@lasdschools.org.

Next Thursday is Family Fun, Art Show and Open House!

4:30-6:00 Family Fun - bounce houses and food trucks

5:30-7:00 Art Show in the Multi

6:00-7:00 Classrooms are open for Open House

Next Friday is a Minimum Day - Dismissal 12:15 and no school Monday the 27th.

Though we have many more events in the next few week, I also want to be sure that you know the last day of school, dismissal is at 11:30 for TK-5th grades.

Stay Bobcat Strong,

Kelly Rafferty, Principal

A reminder that if your child has medications/health supplies at school that must be picked up by June 5 from the front office.

We cannot store medications over the summer. If you are leaving before school ends, please pick up medications early.

An adult must pick up medication.

Tickets are $20 each for sale ONLINE NOW: Aladdin Tickets
Online orders close on Friday, May 17th (3pm). Tickets can be purchased at the door for $25 each (credit card, cash or check accepted), while supplies last.

Calling all Bobcats and Alums! Mark your calendars! Santa Rita’s Annual Science Olympiad is on Wednesday, May 29!

This special event brings students together to use scientific concepts to tackle real-world problems. Participants learn the practical applications of science and the scientific method in a series of fun, collaborative challenges.

This year's events are Aerodynamics, Copy Cats, Cranium, Marshmallow Challenge, Super Straw Structures, Clay Boats, Memory Lane, and Code Breakers.

To make this a fun day for our 4-6th-grade Bobcats and teachers, we need your help! Grab a few friends, join the fun! This is a community event unique to Santa Rita, and an annual tradition!

Sign up here! 2024 Science Olympiad Volunteer Sheet

Event leads will provide volunteers with all materials and information in advance.

Please contact us if you have any questions.

2024 Science Olympiad Committee

sr-science-olympiad@googlegroups.com

Come march with Santa Rita in the Los Altos Pet Parade this Saturday the 18th! We will meet at 9:30am with a parade start time of 10am. Please meet at staging area G2 in downtown Los Altos (see following map). Bring your school spirit for this fun event!

Calling all designers, builders, and creative thinkers (yes, that’s YOU)! Start forming a partnership, a group of 3, or a group of 4 and join us for tons of fun and excitement at our Trimester 3 district-wide STEM mystery challenge!

STEM Challenge

When: Tuesday, May 21

Time: Lunchtime

Where: Santa Rita Blacktop

You will have the opportunity to flex your creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving skills as well as brainstorm innovative solutions. This event will be a “build up, take down” challenge. You will have the opportunity to explore, experiment, and build and will be asked to take down your design at the end of the event. All of the materials and instructions for the challenge will be provided on the day of the event.

PARENTS! We could use your help during the event. Please email Mrs. Rafferty if you can attend, krafferty@lasdschools.org.

If you have any questions about the event, please email Dianne Kintana (dkintana@lasdschools.org). Come one, come all!

Grab a ticket to celebrate the end of the school year and kick off summer with classmates!

Tickets available HERE

June 1- Kinder End of Year Party

June 5 - 1st Grade Last Day of School Swim Party

June 3- 5th Grade End of Year Pizza & Pool Party

June 4 - 6th Grade End of Year Pizza & Pool Party

You spoke, and we listened! 459 LASD parents participated in our recent survey to determine how well LAEF-funded programs for STEM, Wellness, Literacy, and Arts are meeting the needs of our students this school year. Check your email for the LAEF Survey results or visit LAEFonline.org.

Take advantage of our Challenge Match before time runs out!

Donate to LAEF today. Thanks to the generosity of five families, every dollar you donate to LAEF will get DOUBLED, up to $32,000 through May 31, 2024. We still need to raise $150K to fully fund teachers for key programs this school year.

Can you help represent Santa Rita on the LAEF Board for the 2024-25 school year? Join a fantastic group of parents who work together to keep our nine LASD schools strong. If you are interested in learning more about this important opportunity, please reach out to your Santa Rita LAEF Board representatives at SantaRitaReps@LAEFonline.org.

Announcement: SELPA-1 CAC will be consolidated starting July 1 into the Northwest Santa Clara County CAC, covering 21 districts. The Santa Clara County Office of Education will have an updated website soon.

• PHP: Support for Caregivers Workshop ONLINE Wednesday May 22 7:30pm

• Workshop topic: Emotional Regulation. Skills to help us understand, manage, and respond to emotions when circumstances feel unbalanced.

• Wednesday, May 22 from 7:30 to 9:00pm

• Register for Zoom here

Resources

• The Special EDge newsletter: for parents, educators, and policy makers; research, policies, and other practical and academic topics of interest. Sample sections: Equitable Access Through Universal Design, Beyond Inclusion.

Please contact your SELPA-1 CAC (Special Education) liaison, Alison Biggs, at abiggs@gmail.com with any questions.

Los Altos Bike n Dine - May 17, 5-8 pm

Team up with friends, family and neighbors to experience a fun-filled evening of biking, dining, and community-building at the Downtown Los Altos Bike n' Dine! Once you arrive Downtown, visit our event hub at Veterans Community Plaza (junction of Main and State Streets)

We'll have music, activities for children, and can safely park your bike at our "bike valet" while you explore the vibrant downtown area on foot. We'll also share event swag including exclusive dining discounts and offers from downtown restaurants.

The first 100 cyclists to pre-register and check in at the event will receive a SWAG bag including exclusive dining discounts and offers from downtown restaurants. ONLY ONE SWAG BAG PER REGISTRATION.

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2024-downtown-los-altos-bike-n-dine-tickets-872721001007

Bike Month Scavenger Hunt in Los Altos and Los Altos Hills

Explore Los Altos and Los Altos Hills, on your bike, scooter, or by foot.

To participate:

1. Find a minimum of 4 items on the scavenger sheet,
2. Take a picture or a selfie of the item, ideally with your bike.
3. Send the pictures to andreannecadieux@altago.com or use this form to upload them.
4. By participating, you enter a raffle to win a prize.

Stay tuned for events and activities happening in Los Altos all month at bikelosaltos.com

Email: krafferty@lasdschools.org
Website: https://www.santaritaschool.org
Location: 700 Los Altos Avenue, Los Altos, CA, USA
Phone: (650)559-1600
Facebook: santaritaPTA
Twitter: @BobcatsSR

Join us to support our students this school year!

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