El Semanario

Monday, October 218

• District Music 3rd-5th
• Parent Singing Club, 8:30-9:30, rm 109
• 4th Grade Dance with SMC begins
• 5th Grade Parent Meeting, 6pm, Zoom (see flyer below)

Tuesday, October 29

• 5th Grade Dance with SMC begins

Wednesday, October 30

• No Parent Meeting in the library

Thursday, October 31

• Halloween Parade, 9-10 am
• Altar Construction begins, 11 am in the Cafeteria

Friday, Nov 1

• Altar Construction continues in the Cafeteria
• District Music 4th-5th
• Edison Spirit Day! Wear your Edison Spirit Wear
• Altar Reception, 6pm, Cafeteria (5th Grade Tour Guides report at 5:30 pm)

Saturday, Nov 2

• Fall Festival, 1-5pm

Dear Edison Families,

Get ready for a celebration like no other—our Annual Fall Festival, "Festival de Otoño," is just around the corner! Join us this Saturday from 1-5 PM for an unforgettable afternoon filled with joy, culture, and community spirit.

For over 30 years, this festival has been a cherished tradition at Edison, and this year promises to be just as special. We’ll celebrate the beauty of the Fall season with a vibrant Day of the Dead altar exhibit, showcasing stunning artwork and contributions from every classroom. Enjoy fun games and booths hosted by each classroom, savor delicious local food and drinks, and indulge in mouthwatering desserts—all proceeds supporting our amazing students!

But that’s not all! We’ll feature lively performances from local groups, each bringing their own Latin flair, and our creative parents will craft a breathtaking alfombra de acerrin. Most importantly, we’ll gather together—both past and present members of our community—for a day to remember.

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THIS INCREDIBLE EVENT RELIES ON THE SUPPORT OF OUR FAMILIES!

If you haven’t signed up to help yet, there’s still time! Here’s how you can get involved:

With your grade level: Each grade is in charge of one or two booths during the festival and parents can volunteer to take a shift at it. You can find the Signup Genius for the booths HERE

General: Hands are needed...

• before the festival: to set up the altars
• during the festival: to sell food, to sell headbands, etc
• after the festival: to clean up the day of the festival and to clean up the altars the following Monday, in the morning

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This festival is a fantastic opportunity to connect with our community, support our school, and create lasting memories together. We can’t wait to see all of you there!

Warmly,

Directora Ipiña

This Thursday, October 31st, we will have our annual Halloween Parade from 9-10 am. All students and staff are invited to parade around the field in costume to fun Halloween music while the school and parents watch. This is an optional event. Students who do not want to participate will have an alternate activity. If your child will not participate, let your child's teacher know.

For those that will participate see below for details:

• Students should arrive to school in costume and bring a change of clothes because they will change after the parade
• Costumes should allow students to walk freely and independently and include NO WEAPONS
• Parents who would like to attend can enter through the KANSAS AVENUE GATE starting at 8:45 am (NO PETS ALLOWED)
• Parents will stand on the outside of the grass on the cement track
• Students will gather in the middle of the grass with their class and will walk around the perimeter of the grass by grade levels for all to see.

We have an extra Wednesday this month so we will not be having a meeting.

Next week will be Coffee with the Principal and Experts. Our expert will be Aileen Salmaggi, veteran immersion teacher of 28 years, former instructional coach, and Spanish reading teacher will present on "How to Support your Child's Reading Development at Home".

Parent/Teacher Conferences will take place November 5th-8th. See below for details.

SCHEDULE

Be on the look out for a sign up sheet from your child's teacher - and make sure to sign up. Conferences usually last about 20 minutes. Please note that November 5th is a pupil free day so your child will not be attending school. Nov 6-8 will be minimum days to allow the teacher more time to meet with parents after school. MAKE SURE YOU HAVE PLANS FOR YOUR CHILD DURING THESE DAYS.

PREPARING FOR CONFERENCE

Keep in mind that the conferences are a wonderful opportunity to connect with the teacher and form a TEAM for the benefit of your child. Remember that you and the teacher have the same goal - your child's success in school! Before coming to the conference, talk to your child about how school is going, look at their work and their scores, and write down any questions you have.

DURING THE CONFERENCE

Arrive on time! The schedule is very tight and the teacher will most likely not be able to extend your time if you are late. Students do not usually attend the conference. The teacher will begin the conference sharing information about how your child is doing at school. They may answer your questions. Once they finish sharing, you can ask any questions that were not answered or share information about your child that would be helpful for the teacher to know.

ENDING THE CONFERENCE

You and the teacher will make a plan for how to ensure your child is successful going forward. This may include continuing with everything you are currently doing because it is working well, or it may include some changes.

TALKING TO YOUR CHILD AFTER

When you go home to talk to your child, it is important to stay positive because we want your child to a have a positive attitude towards school and learning. First, share anything positive you can and then share one area of growth. Share the plan going forward and how you will be supporting them.

We need your support to make this festival the best ever! See how you can help below.

With your classroom: You've received an email from your Room Reps asking for you to help with your room's altar. Please follow up with them.

With your grade level: Each grade is in charge of one or two booths during the festival and parents can volunteer to take a shift at it. You can find the Signup Genius for the booths HERE

General: Hands are needed...

• before the festival: to set up the altars
• during the festival: to sell food, to sell headbands, etc
• after the festival: to clean up the day of the festival and to clean up the altars the following Monday, in the morning

You can find the general Signup Genius HERE

• Halloween and Día de los Muertos SM Pier Ferris Wheel Lighting Oct. 25 -Nov. 2

• Dia de Los Muertos: Contribute to a community ofrenda (altar) celebrating life and death. Bring non-perishable items (paper flowers or photos) until Nov. 2

• “Tuesday Tales: A Traveling Storytime:” A fun and engaging weekly series of stories, songs and rhymes for ages 2-5 at SM Library Branches. 10:30-11 a.m.

• Chess Sundays: Players of all ages/levels invited.11 a.m.-3 p.m.

• Free US Citizenship Classes: Study the 100 Civics questions, review citizenship applications, practice dictations and prepare for the interview. Ongoing.

• Free ESL Conversation Classes: Group classes and 1-on-1 tutoring.

• Social Service Assistance: Family Nutrition & Health Care Access: Meet with community health workers to sign up for benefits. 9:30 a.m.- 7 p.m. Tuesdays.

• Nov 4, Fire Drill, 10:30 am

• Nov 5, Pupil Free Day

• Nov 5-8: Parent Teacher Conferences

• Nov 11: Veteran’s Day - No School

• Nov 13: Young Storytellers Big Show

• Nov 19: Shelter in Place, 11 am

• Nov 20: Assembly (Native American Heritage Month)

• Nov 27-29: Thanksgiving Break - No School