Village Explorer Weekly Newsletter

Village Explorer Student and Families,

It has been another successful week at Village! Please read the newsletter closely as it has important updates and information for the week ahead.

Peter Kuhns

Principal

• April 22nd-26th Military Spirit Week!
• April 24th: Open House (5:00-6:00 PM)
• April 25-26th: 3rd Grade Flinn Springs Field Trip
• April 30th: 4th Grade Julian Field Trip
• May 1st: 5th Grade Biz Town Interviews
• May 2nd: Lockdown drill (2:00 PM)
• May 2nd: TK / K Round Up Event

With 8:00 AM being the start time for our staff, please make sure you are present to supervise your children before the gates open.

The lost and found is now on H Avenue by Village Hall. The racks and bins will be brought out during arrival and dismissal. Please make sure to claim any lost items before the end of each month. Any remaining items will be donated monthly at the end of each month.

Thanks to a generous grant from the Jill Hardman Endowment with Coronado Schools Foundation, VES hired a professional painter to beautify our campus and update our four arch murals. 5th Graders worked hard to create Arch Designs last month, then every student and teacher got to vote on the designs they want in the arches at Village. Below are the images we all picked! They are due to be painted this summer – 5th graders please come back to visit and see them!

Step 1:Online Registration Link

Step 2: In Person Appointment at VES Front Office

New Students to CUSD

August 5th, BY APPOINTMENT ONLY

**30 min appts, office closed from 11:00-12:00pm

Returning Students

• August 12, 2024 (Last Name A-K)
• 8:00-11:00am & 12:00-2:30pm
• August 13, 2024 (Last Name L-Z)
• 8:00-11:00am & 12:00-2:30pm
• August 16th, 2024 Make Ups
• 8:00-11:00am & 12:00-2:30pm

Computers: Please make sure your child gets into a routine of charging his/her Chromebook the evening before school. They will need to come to school each day with a fully charged Chromebook.

Additional Devices: Students will be required to store cell phones, smartwatches, or other electronic devices in their backpacks when they are taking the CAASPP test. The only computers permitted are the school issued Chromebooks.

Headphones: Each student has been issued headphones or wired earbuds to use while at school. If your child prefers using their own headphones or earbuds, they may do so. Please note wireless/Bluetooth headphones or earbuds cannot be used during CAASPP.

At Home Preparation: The most important thing parents can do for their child during CAASPP testing is to ensure that their child is well-rested. It is important to have enough sleep so students can feel refreshed and ready to go in the morning. Please make sure your child also eats a nutritious breakfast at home or attends the school breakfast (7:40AM-8:00AM). Don’t forget to provide your child with a healthy snack and water bottle. Lastly, send your child to school with a positive affirmation.

Please reach out if you have any questions or concerns regarding state testing.

Sincerely,

Tanya White

Summative Tests (CAASPP) Overview Video

Student can access the training and practice tests from home by using the following link:

https://www.caaspp.org/practice-and-training/index.html

More information and resources:

https://ca.startingsmarter.org/

The Coronado Schools Foundation is excited to announce the return of Summer Academy for 2024. The summer enrichment program will feature interactive STEM and Arts classes for students from TK-8th Grade. With exciting new classes, this year’s Summer Academy will provide engaging, hands-on learning and lots of fun!

The program will offer two one-week sessions from June 17 to June 28, with morning and afternoon options. Students registered for both morning and afternoon sessions may stay for a supervised lunch and short play break. Students can explore a variety of subjects taught by local educators. With small class sizes capped at 20 students, the Summer Academy ensures a fun, personalized learning environment.

To view the full list of offerings, pricing details, and class descriptions, please visit csfkids.org/summeracademy.

Registration link:

https://coronadoschoolsfoundation.regfox.com/csf-summer-academy

For inquiries, contact csf@csfkids.org or call 619.437.8059, Ext 5. Do not miss this fantastic opportunity to kickstart your child’s summer with education and excitement. Register today and make this summer one to remember!

Get to know PTO! We are parents, teachers, grandparents, caregivers, staff, and community members who are invested in making VES an enriching and positive environment for our children. The PTO is a non-profit organization and relies on donations and volunteers to support our school. Your $40 membership goes a long way to provide school supplies, field trips & experiences, campus improvements, monthly staff hospitality, movie nights, Veterans Day events, fundraising activities, and much more. Every dollar you contribute goes directly to your student, teachers/staff, and our school. Join to support, Join the PTO Today!

www.villagepto.org

Hi Military Families:

It’s been so fun these past few weeks seeing our schools recognize and celebrate our military children. I hope your kids feel the love and support of our communities!

What: Military Community Listening Sessions

When: Thursday, May 2, 8:30 am and 6:30 pm

Where: Silver Strand Youth Center, 1302 Leyte Road, Teen Room (directly across the street from Silver Strand Elementary)

Why: Share CUSD information with and gather feedback from military families in the Coronado community.

Topics included are:

• Budget cuts and potential impacts
• Bus service
• Counseling
• 4x4 updates

Snacks provided for all attendees.

• Coronado Unified School District: www.coronadousd.net
• Read the latest CUSD Newsroom communications from Superintendent, Karl Mueller at www.coronadousd.net
• 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 Online Registration for New & Returning Students: https://coronadousd.net/Parents--Students-/Online-Registration-for-2023-24/index.html. Plus, download a copy of the District Calendar.
• 2024-2025 Inter-District Transfer Requests Now Being Accepted: https://coronadousd.net/Parents--Students-/Interdistrict-Transfers/index.html
• 2024-2025 Preschool Online Registration Now Open: https://coronadopreschool.com/Admissions/Admissions-and-Application/index.html
• Governing Board Meeting Recordings – click here, Next Meeting: May 16, 4 pm
• 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.
• Free Breakfast and Lunch Meals for ALL Enrolled Students for the 2023-2024 School Year – check with your school site for implementation details.
• HAPPENING NOW! Military Teen Club, Wednesdays, 1:45-2:45 pm @ CMS Granzer Hall – Open to all 6th-8th grade students (military or civilian).
• TK/Kindergarten Open House: Thursday, May 2, 3:30-4:30 pm @ Silver Strand & Village Elementary Schools – for students eligible to enroll in CUSD’s kindergarten and expanded day TK in the 2024-2025 school year. Kinder eligibility is children whose 5th birthday fall on or before Sep 1, 2024. TK eligibility is children whose 5th birthday falls between Sep 2, 2024 and Jun 2, 2025.

Let me know if I can be of assistance with any school-related questions or Navy resource inquires.

Have a nice weekend!

mindy.e.hayes.naf@us.navy.mil

• School Website
• Previous Newsletters
• Student Handbook
• Parent Directions for Using CANVAS Learning Management System
• MealViewer
• PTO Calendar 2023-2024

CUSD App: Please download our new CUSD app, which consolidates school communications for staff and families:

Google: https://bit.ly/3EDdhHt

Apple: https://apple.co/3hLW2Kb

September 4, 2023: NO SCHOOL/Labor Day Holiday

September 12, 2023: TK-2 Picture Day

September 13, 2923: Preschool Picture Day

September 14, 2023: 3-5 Picture Day

September 14, 2023: School Board Meeting

September 19th 2023: PTO Meeting at Village: Childcare and Snacks provided (5:00-6:30 PM)

September 29, 2023: NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS/Teacher Workday

October 2nd - 6th 2023: Fall Spirit Week

October 9, 2023: NO SCHOOL/District Fall Holiday

October 6, 2023: Coronado High School Homecoming Parade and Game *Updated

October 11, 2023: Before School Membership Event (7:30 AM)

October 12, 2023: PTO Bingo for Books (5:30 PM)

October 19, 2023: School Board Meeting

October 30-November 3, 2023: Family/Teacher Conferences (all students) /Early Release at 1:40pm

November 1, 2023: Turkey Dinner Lotto

November 9, 2023: Veterans Day Event

November 9, 2023: PTO Movie Night (5:00-8:00 PM)

November 10, 2023: NO SCHOOL/Veterans’ Day Holiday

November 14, 2023: PTO Meeting at Village: Childcare and Snacks provided

November 16, 2023: School Board Meeting

November 20-24, 2023: NO SCHOOL/Thanksgiving Recess

December 1, 2023: Coronado Holiday Parade

December 6, 2023: PTO Before School Membership Event

December 14, 2023: School Board Meeting

Friday December 22-January 5, 2024: NO SCHOOL Winter Recess

January 15, 2024: NO SCHOOL/Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday

January 16, 2024: PTO Meeting at Village: Childcare and Snacks provided (5:00-6:30)

January 22-26, 2024: Great Kindness Challenge

January 25, 2024: End of Semester 1

January 26, 2024: NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS/Teacher Workday

January 29, 2024: Start of Semester 2 -- Report Cards for Semester 1 sent home

February 7, 2024: PTO Before School Membership Event (7:30 AM)

February 16, 2024: NO SCHOOL/Lincoln Presidents Day Holiday

February 19, 2024: NO SCHOOL/Washington Presidents Day Holiday

March 4-8, 2024: Read Across America Week

March 12, 2024: PTO Meeting at Village: Childcare and Snacks provided (5:00-6:30)

March 21, 2024: School Wide "Fun Run Jog-A-Thon"

Friday March 29-April 5, 2024: NO SCHOOL Spring Recess

April 9, 2024: World Language Awards

April 17-19, 2024: Family/Teacher Conferences (by invitation/request)/Early Release 1:40pm

April 19, 2024: Biliteracy Awards and Cultural Fair

April 22-26, 2024: Spring Spirit Week

April 24, 2024: Village Open House (5:00 PM)

April 30, 2024: PTO Meeting at Village: Childcare and Snacks provided (5:00-6:30)

May 6-10, 2024: Certificated Staff Appreciation Week

May 6-31: State Testing in Grades 3, 4, 5

May 20-24, 2024: Classified Staff Appreciation Week

May 27, 2024: NO SCHOOL/Memorial Day Holiday

June 10-14, 20204: 5th Grade Promotion Week

June 13, 2024: Last Day of School/5th Grade Promotion/Early Release at NOON

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